Amanda Mercer is a Therapist based in the USA. My areas of speciality include Addiction, Chronic Impulsivity, Chronic Relapse, Coping Skills, Emotional Disturbance, Learning Disabilities, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Sleep or Insomnia, and Video Game Addiction. This profile is currently unclaimed; please validate the details are current when communicating with the mental health professional.
Therapist Overview
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 10 years of experience working with children, families, groups, and adults. I earned a Master of Science degree in Counseling and Art Therapy from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Studio Art from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. I have experience working with military families and also the LGBQT community. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. My goal is to help clients develop adaptive coping skills, and improve their quality of life by helping them feel empowered, understood and accepted. I have extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, functional family therapy, aggression replacement training, and sandtray and have a passion for incorporating art therapy into my work. I utilize a client-centered and individualized approach, working together with clients and families. I am currently a Counselor at The