Online Young Adult therapists in Pennsylvania

Dr. Amanda Roberts has close to 40 years of experience in the mental health field and 27 years of deep immersion and expertise in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, EMDR. She is also trained in hypnosis and a variety of mind-body modalities. She has a growing interest in the neurobiological basis of effective psychotherapies and, in particular, neuroplasticity. She studied Psychology at Harvard University, earned a Bachelors in Political Science with an emphasis in International Relations from the University of California Berkeley, has a Master’s degree in Marriage Family Therapy from the University of San Francisco and earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco, CIIS. At CIIS the curriculum marries eastern philosophy and religion with traditional western empirical psychological training. Her dissertation was a quality of life study on the use of laughter and humor in the treatment of cancer survivors. Her specialty is working with the psychological ramifications of medical issues, a branch of psychology known as Behavioral Medicine or Health Psychology. She has successfully worked with treatment resistant medically unexplained symptoms as well as chronic migraines, pain, cardiac, auto-immune, eating disorders and cancer. An additional specialty is in the treatment of recent traumatic/adverse events with ongoing traumatic stress. Dr. Roberts also provides clinical consultation to other EMDR clinicians individually and in groups remotely via Zoom. Dr Roberts is an EMDR International Association Approved Consultant and has been a Trauma Recovery Humanitarian Assistance Programs approved consultant, an EMDR trainer in early intervention and former leader of the Western Massachusetts Trauma Recovery Network, a community disaster response program. She has conducted R-TEP G-TEP trainings around the US for trauma clinicians and has been instrumental in setting up the Trauma Response Network in Britain formed in 2017 in response to terrorism and mass casualty events. She advised them on logistical and clinical issues. Dr. Roberts has an enduring and lifelong passion for global and international humanitarian issues. She completed three pre-doctoral internships at Stanford’s Drug and Alcohol Clinic, Stanford’s Counseling and Psychological Services and San Mateo County Mental Health Services and two post-doctoral internships.One in a national employee assistance program and another at the University of Massachusetts Memorial Center Medical school, ranked among the top ten medical schools in the United States. She worked in the Behavioral Medicine Clinic at the University of Massachusetts with rotations throughout cardiac and oncology, pain and bariatric surgery services. She has served on a mobile psychiatric crisis unit, in a full-service hospital emergency room, community mental health clinics and outreach, inpatient, general outpatient and two pain clinics. She has provided trainings/workshops nationally and internationally on a variety of mental health topics and was on the United Nations working team of EMDR therapists acting to introduce EMDR Therapy as a modality to be used in humanitarian programs around the world. More recently, as an EMDR ambassador, she facilitated, an engagement with the World Bank in the Philippines and has been involved in various leadership capacities. She launched a global initiative in 2018 called PRISE, a curriculum designed for paraprofessionals to deliver resliency training in resource poor areas of the world. https://www.prisehealth.org/ She is a consummate researcher and launched the world’s first EMDR clinical trial looking at the efficacy of the EMDR Group Traumatic Episode Protocol, GTEP with an oncology population. This protocol also has applicability to other medical/psychological populations. She holds herself to the highest standards of excellence and expects the same from others.  

I am available to work with individuals including adults, young adults, older teens, women in transition such as those experiencing career change, menopause and/or empty nest.  

We use doxy.com for tele therapy sessions.  

Our online therapy group is fully trauma-informed and strive to be culturally aware, while acknowledging that each client is the expert on their own lives. We have a great group of therapists on staff who each have specialties that they are passionate about, such as ecotherapy, attachment styles, relationships, and generational trauma. For those residing in Pennsylvania, we also have a bilingual (Spanish & English) therapist on staff who is a licensed marriage and family therapist!  

I offer virtual sessions through a secure online platform that features chat options, as well as the ability to mute or turn off the camera. You can access the online platform through an app on your phone or through a website.  

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I have always been passionate about assisting people struggling with addiction and their family members but I have also served many experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, divorce, marital issues, stress, and life transitions. I can work with teens, couples, and families. Due to my life experiences, I am able to connect on many levels and use my intuition and skills to help you move forward and make lasting changes.  

Poor sleep and stressed moods are common. Finding effective treatment should not be an added challenge. I specialize in behavioral sleep medicine, psychological trauma, anxiety, and depression. I rely on evidence-based treatments that include CBT-I, CBT, EMDR, and A.R.T. (Accelerated Resolution Therapy). I am passionate about improving sleep and mood for my clients! Patients frequently describe me as warm, caring, professional, practical, and down-to-earth. Please visit my website to learn more about CBT-I, A.R.T., and the treatment of mood and sleep problems. I look forward to helping you find relief and get back on track to a better, happier life!  

Meeting you where you are... As a clinical psychologist, I understand that your life can be complex. There are demands and expectations at different life stages that can be impacted by situational and mental health struggles. It's important to be mindful of the interaction between those demands and your stage of life. I recognize and respect that people have individual needs throughout the lifespan and I want to work closely and collaboratively with you to ensure that you reach your goals to a richer, more satisfying life.  

Our sessions are conducted via a secure, online platform which allows you to decide when and where you prefer to conduct your therapy. For couples and group therapy, individuals can join conveniently from different locations when needed.  

I provide virtual therapy via Simple Practice, a HIPAA compliant platform.  

I conduct assessments for ADHD and autism virtually. and also offer online therapy. My practice is currently limited to only offering appointments on Fridays but may expand in the future.  

Welcome to my online therapy practice, a place where compassion meets technology to support your mental and emotional well-being. As a licensed therapist, I specialize in offering personalized and confidential online sessions, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. My practice focuses on empowering adults and adolescents through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Trauma-Informed Care. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, or relationship issues, I'm here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore, grow, and heal. Embracing the flexibility and convenience of virtual therapy, I am committed to helping you navigate life's challenges and discover a path toward lasting well-being, all from the comfort of your own space.  

Our online therapy sessions are conducted in as similar a manner as possible to an in-person session. I offer 50 minute sessions for individuals, and 90 minute sessions for couples. I can provide services to anyone in the state of Pennsylvania.  

I have had specific training in providing virtual therapy to ensure that my techniques and methods are just as powerful and effective this way.  

Sound Mind Sound Body LLC is entirely remote. Telehealth is provided through HIPAA compliant and secure video sessions. I am also a PSYPACT member, and am able to provide telehealth not only in Virginia, but also in states where PSYPACT is active and effective. Please see: https://psypact.site-ym.com/  

I used a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform to conduct psychotherapy sessions. The goal is to connect with you in a way that creates the feeling that I am in the room with you during treatment. This is a safe and convenient way to assist you with your concerns.  

If you are looking for a new therapy experience that accepts who you are without judgment, I would be honored to work with you. I understand it is impossible to force people into boxes and label their life with stereotypical behaviors. We are all unique with our own combination of thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I strive to be a good listener and let you be in charge of our time together–you are the expert on your life. I will be your guide to help you uncover the driving forces in your life and explore whatever has caused or is causing you trauma. As someone who has always felt everything very deeply and has spent a life being labeled as overly sensitive, I have learned to take advantage of these perceived weaknesses and turn them into my greatest strengths. I hope to help you do the same. Perhaps what people have always told you was a problem can evolve into a superpower. Together we will uncover the profound truths that lie within you by accepting you, finding your inner strength, and welcoming you as the unique individual you are.  

Understanding the human condition drew me to this field. I’ll continue learning alongside you as you work toward healing. Through mindfulness, self-awareness, and gratitude, we can grow and reach our greatest potential. My clients are navigating life transitions, learning to love their bodies, or questioning their gender identity and/or sexual orientation. Our time together might look like healing trauma, understanding family culture, or creating more bodily awareness. Authenticity is core to everything I do. As long as it works for you, I may cuss as a form of expression. I’ll lovingly call my client's on their BS and have an honest conversation about their barriers to success. Expect me to integrate the use of (my) self strategically. If I can't be comfortable bringing all of myself to the table, how can I expect you to be? I live in an area where my identity as a queer, plus-size woman is often disrespected, so I’m acutely aware of the barriers to growth that exist. My hope is to create a space where you can be yourself and focus on just yourself, regardless of identity. We all go through challenges and disruption. Let me walk with you through yours.  

We see patients both in-person and online. ​