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Dr. Amanda Ferrari

LCSW

Dr. Amanda Ferrari , LCSW

Therapist in Connecticut

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About Amanda

Dr. Amanda Ferrari is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Connecticut with nine years of clinical experience. As an LCSW she brings professional training in mental health assessment and psychotherapy, helping people navigate challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and depression. Her practice also addresses a broad range of related concerns including bipolar disorder, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, compassion fatigue, and issues common to LGBT, family, and young adult populations.

She approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, grounded in the belief that each person is the expert in their own life and already possesses resources that can support change. Dr. Ferrari emphasizes collaboration, listening carefully to individual goals and tailoring practical strategies to day-to-day obstacles. Taking the first step toward greater well-being is acknowledged as an act of courage, and she aims to offer steady support and practical tools throughout that process.

Dr. Ferrari integrates approaches that promote self-awareness, emotion regulation, and improved communication, helping clients build skills for coping with life transitions, impulsivity, social anxiety, seasonal mood changes, and difficulties with self-love and guilt. Her work is focused on meeting people where they are and helping them move toward clearer goals and healthier relationships.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Amanda Ferrari draws on client-centered therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness therapy to support clients in an online setting. Client-centered therapy focuses on meeting people with empathy and respect, helping them explore their values and goals so they can make decisions that feel right. DBT offers practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships, which can be helpful for issues like anger, impulsivity, and mood instability. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness, useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Dr. Ferrari works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time to reflect progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access care around work, family, and geographic constraints. This range of options makes it easier to sustain consistent therapy, practice new skills between sessions, and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dr. Amanda Ferrari have?

Dr. Amanda Ferrari has nine years of experience providing mental health care.

Is Dr. Amanda Ferrari a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CT LCSW 9868.

In which languages does Dr. Amanda Ferrari provide therapy?

Dr. Amanda Ferrari provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Amanda Ferrari located?

She is located in Connecticut.

How can I work with Dr. Amanda Ferrari as my therapist?

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

Does Dr. Amanda Ferrari work with international clients?

Dr. Amanda Ferrari does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Amanda Ferrari 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Co-morbidityCommunication problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivitySeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English

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