Amanda Braun, LCSW

Amanda Braun is an LCSW who helps people facing stress, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and major life changes. She speaks plainly and aims to make the first steps feel manageable for someone overwhelmed by where to begin.

She focuses on short-term, practical tools and clear goals. Sessions are shaped around what feels relevant to each person, whether that means coping strategies, communication skills, or ways to manage low mood. Amanda uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness to guide the work.

Her practice pays attention to family-related strain, caregiver stress, body image concerns, and feelings of guilt or shame. She supports people who want to rebuild confidence, repair strained communication, or develop more self-love. The tone in sessions is respectful and down-to-earth.

Amanda brings four years of clinical experience in Pennsylvania and holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which is shown as LCSW. She explains options and helps clients choose steps that fit their situation.

Expect straightforward conversation, practical exercises, and check-ins on what does and doesn’t help. Amanda tailors the plan to each person’s goals and adjusts approaches as progress is made.

CBT, ACT, and Mindfulness in Online Sessions

Amanda uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT sessions often include experiments and homework to test new ways of thinking and acting, which can help with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.

She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people accept difficult thoughts while committing to values-based actions. ACT focuses on noticing thoughts without getting stuck in them and taking steps that match what matters most to you.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Amanda will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then try methods that fit those needs. If something isn’t working, she adjusts the plan and tries different exercises or tools in collaboration with the client.

Online care offers flexibility for busy schedules and different technical needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and shared worksheets, phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text-based messaging supports brief check-ins or ongoing practice between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, caregiving routine, or other commitments.