Amanda McLean
Text-based therapy with a warm clinical social worker
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About
Amanda McLean is a Washington-based individual therapist with 13 years of clinical experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns. She works with depression, anxiety, LGBTQIA-related issues, relationship concerns including non-traditional partnerships, stress-related challenges, motivation and self-esteem difficulties, trauma, addictions, parenting problems, and grief and loss.
She brings a warm, genuine, honest, and casual style to her work while maintaining an interactive approach that centers the client. Amanda believes people are the experts on their own lives and that they have the capacity to make change even when it does not feel possible. She emphasizes listening with compassion and respect as a foundation for therapeutic work.
Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques, dialectical behavioral strategies, and solution-focused counseling. Amanda collaborates with clients to set clear goals and create practical plans to reach them. She also holds credentials as a Child Mental Health Therapist and as a Perinatal Mental Health Specialist.
Amanda is licensed to practice clinical social work in both Oregon and Washington - she holds clinical social work licensure in Oregon and independent clinical social work licensure in Washington. All communication with Amanda is text-based only, including asynchronous email-style messaging and live sessions conducted in real time using instant-messenger style chat.
She is glad you reached out and looks forward to meeting you, getting to know you, and supporting you as you work toward your goals.
- Location:
- Washington, United States
- Years Experience:
- 13
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Coping with life changes, Depression, LGBT, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: ADHD, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, BDSM, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce, Family, Family of origin issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Grief, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Kink, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Non-monogamous relationships, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Personality disorders, Polyamory, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Relationship, Relationship, Self-love, Separation, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Trauma and abuse, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: OR LCSW L13915, WA LICSW LW60940913
- NPI Number: 1417423112
- License: LICSW (Washington) #LW60940913 exp 2026-09-02 • LCSW (Oregon) #L13915 exp 2026-10-30
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can deliver meaningful results. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that fits their life best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other responsibilities.
Therapy delivered remotely is provided by licensed professionals and therapists who use evidence-based methods to address everyday mental health challenges. If the initial match does not feel right, it is possible to switch to a different therapist to find a better fit.
How much experience does Amanda McLean have?
Amanda McLean has 13 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Amanda McLean a licensed therapist?
Yes, Amanda McLean is a licensed therapist with clinical social work licensure in Oregon and independent clinical social work licensure in Washington (OR LCSW L13915, WA LICSW LW60940913).
In which languages does Amanda McLean provide therapy?
Amanda McLean provides therapy in English.
Where is Amanda McLean located?
Amanda McLean is located in Washington.
How can I work with Amanda McLean as my therapist?
You can work with Amanda McLean through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Amanda McLean 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. Just 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.