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Amanda Sims-High, LCSW, CSW, MD, LCSW-C

Maryland LCSW and veteran therapist
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Relationship and family work
  • CBT and solution-focused

About Amanda Sims-High

Amanda Sims-High is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 27 years of experience in the social work field. She holds credentials including LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), CSW (Certified Social Worker), MD, and LCSW-C, reflecting longstanding professional training and licensure. Her clinical work focuses on helping people manage depression, stress and anxiety, relationship and family challenges, parenting concerns, and anger management, as well as addressing trauma and abuse and intimacy-related issues.

As a 23-year veteran, she brings particular familiarity with military and veteran family issues and the transitions those families often face. She also works with blended family concerns, communication problems, divorce and separation, domestic violence, family of origin difficulties, infidelity, and veteran and armed forces related matters. Her approach draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused therapy to create practical, individualized plans that reflect each person’s goals and circumstances.

Amanda emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in her work and tailors conversations and treatment plans to meet specific needs. She frames the decision to seek a more fulfilling life as a courageous step and positions herself as a supportive professional partner for people navigating change and healing.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsInfidelityVeteran and Armed Forces Issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amanda Sims-High have?

Amanda Sims-High has 27 years of professional experience in the social work field.

Is Amanda Sims-High a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds credentials including LCSW, CSW, MD, and LCSW-C. License details include CO LCSW CSW.00002018 and MD LCSW-C 32004.

In which languages does Amanda Sims-High provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Amanda Sims-High located?

She is located in Maryland.

How can I work with Amanda Sims-High as my therapist?

You can work with Amanda Sims-High through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Amanda Sims-High work with international clients?

Amanda Sims-High does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amanda Sims-High 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, 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 Remote Therapy Be the Right Option?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can really help. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions - research indicates that online therapy can offer outcomes comparable to traditional in-person sessions for many individuals.

One major advantage of working remotely is flexibility. Clients can connect with licensed professionals in the format that fits their life best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to keep appointments around work, family, and other commitments. This flexibility can remove logistical barriers and help maintain continuity of care.

Licensed professionals offer a variety of therapeutic approaches in remote formats, and people may switch therapists if they seek a different fit. For many, online therapy provides a practical, accessible path to support and tools for managing symptoms, improving relationships, and navigating change.

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