Amanda Perkins, LMHC
Florida LMHC specializing in trauma and relationships
- Trauma and grief support
- Evidence based therapies
- Relationship and family
About Amanda Perkins
Amanda Perkins is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 10 years of clinical experience. She offers compassionate, individualized care for people facing a wide range of emotional and relational challenges, helping them move toward clearer thinking, healthier connections, and greater personal resilience.
Amanda works with concerns such as stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, family conflict and relationship difficulties, self-esteem and identity issues, grief and compassion fatigue, parenting and intimacy-related problems, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life transitions. She also brings experience addressing adoption and foster care, attachment and attachment-related issues, blended family dynamics, chronic illness and caregiver stress, codependency, and communication problems.
Her therapeutic approach blends many evidence-informed methods to match each person’s needs. She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, trauma-focused and somatic therapies, psychodynamic and Jungian perspectives, narrative and solution-focused techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment-based work.
Amanda emphasizes a respectful, non-judgmental atmosphere where individuals can explore their experiences, build self-compassion, strengthen coping skills, and practice more effective communication. She aims to empower clients to identify their values, challenge limiting beliefs, and create sustainable strategies for personal growth and improved emotional well-being.
Amanda works with concerns such as stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, family conflict and relationship difficulties, self-esteem and identity issues, grief and compassion fatigue, parenting and intimacy-related problems, ADHD, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life transitions. She also brings experience addressing adoption and foster care, attachment and attachment-related issues, blended family dynamics, chronic illness and caregiver stress, codependency, and communication problems.
Her therapeutic approach blends many evidence-informed methods to match each person’s needs. She draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, trauma-focused and somatic therapies, psychodynamic and Jungian perspectives, narrative and solution-focused techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment-based work.
Amanda emphasizes a respectful, non-judgmental atmosphere where individuals can explore their experiences, build self-compassion, strengthen coping skills, and practice more effective communication. She aims to empower clients to identify their values, challenge limiting beliefs, and create sustainable strategies for personal growth and improved emotional well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amanda Perkins have?
Amanda Perkins has 10 years of experience.
Is Amanda Perkins a licensed therapist?
Yes. Amanda Perkins is an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH16909.
In which languages does Amanda Perkins provide therapy?
Amanda Perkins provides therapy in English.
Where is Amanda Perkins located?
Amanda Perkins is located in Florida.
How can I work with Amanda Perkins as my therapist?
You can work with Amanda Perkins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amanda Perkins work with international clients?
Amanda Perkins does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amanda Perkins cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could virtual sessions be a good match?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating major life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for many individuals.One of the most practical benefits is convenience. Clients can choose the format that fits their life - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to maintain consistency and attend sessions around work, family, or other commitments.
Licensed professionals offer these options, and clients are able to change therapists if they need a different fit. For many people, the flexibility and range of communication styles available through online therapy make it a viable and accessible path to support and growth.