Amanda Hicks, MS, LAC

About

Counselor in Phoenix, AZ. Works with Anger Management, Anxiety and Self Esteem. Sees clients online only. Takes Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and other plans. Accepting new clients.

Areas of expertise

• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Self Esteem
• Stress Management
• Trauma and PTSD

Types of therapy

• Attachment-basedLooks at early bonds with caregivers and how they shape relationships and emotions now, and works toward a greater sense of safety and connection.
• Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)A structured, practical therapy that looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions affect each other, and teaches skills for changing unhelpful thinking and habits.
• Dialectical Behavior (DBT)A skills-based therapy grown out of CBT. Teaches ways to manage intense emotions, get through crises, stay present and handle relationships.
• EMDREye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. A structured trauma therapy in which a person recalls distressing memories while following side-to-side eye movements or taps.
• Emotionally FocusedTreats emotions as a guide to change. Often used with couples, to understand patterns of conflict and rebuild a secure bond.
• Trauma FocusedTherapy for people affected by trauma. Puts safety and pacing first, and helps process painful memories so they have less hold on daily life.

More details

Sessions

Online only

Accepting new clients

Yes

Specialties

Anger Management, Anxiety, Self Esteem, Stress, Trauma and PTSD

Insurance

Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, Optum, United Medical Resources (UMR), UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Fees

Individual sessions $175; sliding scale available

Payment methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Ages

Preteen, Teen, Adults

Works with

Individuals, Group

Communities

Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Languages

English

Gender

Female

Education

Grand Canyon University

Years in practice

5

Education & qualifications