Amanda Schafer LMHC-D

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Are you constantly overthinking, putting pressure on yourself, or feeling like you should have everything figured out by now?

Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Penfield, NY

Free Initial Consultation

Book consultation

Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, confidence, relationships, boundaries, or simply trying to figure out who you are and what you want. Therapy can be a space where you don't have to have all the answers. I work with teen girls and women who are navigating the many pressures and transitions that come with growing up and finding your place in the world.

My Background and Approach

My goal is to create a comfortable, judgement-free space where you can be yourself, feel understood, and work through the things that feel overwhelming. I believe therapy should feel like a genuine relationship - not another place where you feel judged, pressured, or told what you "should" be doing. I take a warm, collaborative approach and work with each client to understand what is happening beneath the surface while developing practical tools to navigate everyday life. You are the expert on your own life. Therapy helps bridge the gap between what you want and what you’re doing to get there. It offers a space to better understand yourself, explore patterns, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change—so you can move toward a life that feels more aligned with who you are and what matters most to you.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Other Techniques

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Relational Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety Self-Esteem Teen Issues

Other Issues

  • Anxiety
  • Child Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Age
Children (under 12), Pre-teens (12–14), Teens (14–18), Adults
Participants
Individuals, Couples, Groups
Languages
English

Qualifications

License
LMHC-D, State of New York · #018165
Education
M.S. Mental Health Counseling
Additional credentials
EMDR trained
Years in practice
3 years

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

MondayClosed
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
SundayClosed
New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

2130 Five Mile Line Road
Penfield, NY 14526
585-601-2169

Access & Transport

  • Parking available
  • Gender-neutral bathrooms
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 43.1293868°, -77.4756074°

Nearby Areas

Cities and Zips
East Rochester
New York
14445
Fairport
New York
14450
Pittsford
New York
14534
Macedon
New York
14502
Greece
New York
14626
Honeoye Falls
New York
14472
Spencerport
New York
14559
Canandaigua
New York
14424

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 175/session
  • Sliding scale: Available on request

Info

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2130 Five Mile Line Road
Penfield, NY 14526

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