Amanda Edwards
I work best with high-achieving adults who are used to being the strong, capable person others rely on but feel exhausted from constantly pushing through. Many of my clients once felt active, motivated, and confident, but stress, caregiving, work, parenting, or major life transitions have left them overwhelmed and disconnected from themselves. You may struggle with anxiety, burnout, low energy, perfectionism, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling guilty when you rest. Even when you are accomplishing a great deal, your inner critic may continue telling you that you are not doing enough. As someone who values movement, the outdoors, personal growth, and the connection between physical and emotional health, I understand the importance of reconnecting with the parts of yourself that stress has pushed aside. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, compassionate, and direct, with room for honesty and humor. Together, we will quiet self-criticism, establish healthier boundaries, and develop realistic strategies that fit your life. Therapy is not about pushing harder. It is about finding your ground, reconnecting with yourself, and moving toward your next summit with greater balance, confidence, and self-trust.
First session
Your first session is a chance to slow down, feel heard, and begin sharing your story in a safe, welcoming space. We’ll explore what brought you to therapy, what you’re hoping to change, and the strengths you already have. You don’t need to have it all figured out (therapy isn’t a pop quiz!). Together, we’ll create a path forward that feels supportive, practical, and meaningful.
Strengths
I bring authenticity, empathy, humor, and a down-to-earth approach to every session. I believe therapy should feel like a real conversation—not a stuffy lecture—where you can show up as yourself, feel understood, and still be gently challenged to grow. I balance compassion with accountability while helping you build practical tools, stronger boundaries, emotional resilience, and a better understanding of yourself. I also believe the mind and body are connected, so we’ll explore habits that support your overall well-being (because your brain and body are basically roommates—they need to work together!).
Ideal clients
My ideal clients are adults who are ready to move from simply surviving to feeling more balanced, confident, and connected. They may be navigating anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or the pressure of always “having it together” (even when their inner world feels like a messy junk drawer). I work with clients to open self-discovery, growth, and build practical tools to better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and create lasting change.
Origin story
IGrowing up in Philadelphia shaped my appreciation for resilience, authenticity, humor, and being direct while still caring deeply about others. I became a therapist because I have always been curious about people—the experiences that shape them, the strengths they may overlook, and the patterns influencing how they relate to themselves and others. I was drawn to a profession where listening is paired with meaningful action and practical tools for change. Throughout my work, I have seen how anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and the pressure to hold everything together can leave people disconnected from themselves. I provide a space where clients do not have to perform, minimize their experiences, or arrive with all the answers. Therapy is an opportunity to slow down, explore what is happening beneath the surface, and approach difficult emotions with curiosity instead of judgment. My style is collaborative, strengths-based, direct, and compassionate. I believe healing involves both the mind and body, so I often incorporate mindfulness, grounding, movement, and present-moment awareness. My role is to help clients recognize their existing resilience while offering the structure, perspective, and evidence-based skills needed to feel more grounded, connected, and confident moving forward.
Treatment methods
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness to help clients slow down, notice their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, and respond more intentionally instead of reacting automatically. Depending on the client’s needs, we may practice grounding, breathing exercises, body awareness, guided visualization, or mindful movement. These practical skills can help reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, increase self-awareness, and build a stronger connection between the mind and body.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- ColoradoLicense CSW.09933251