Amanda Backenstoes (She/her)

LCSW
Accepting Clients

Hello. My name is Amanda and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience in the mental health field.

Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I provide therapy services to adolescents, adults, and couples experience various mental health symptoms such as depression and anxiety. I also work often with clients that have experienced some form of trauma.

My Background and Approach

I take a person-centered approach with all of my clients. I like to get to know you, assess your symptoms and desires goals for treatment, and walk alongside you on your journey of healing.

Techniques I Use

Other Techniques
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Issues
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Optum
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Capital Blue Cross
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Rate: $120/session

Reach out to Amanda