You are the best investment you will ever make and therapy can be the missing piece when life catches us off guard. I recognize that it can be scary to consider seeking assistance for personal issues. I commend you for having the courage to move closer to what you want and hope to help you along the way. My practice focuses on helping my clients, become more genuine and honest with themselves and each other to remove roadblocks and fully experience and enjoy life.

Have you ever wondered why a relationship didn’t work out or why you conflict with a partner? Have you ever wanted to break the cycle of past behaviors and figure out why it happened to begin with? Being in a relationship can have its struggles. Growing and learning who you are and want to become as a parent, partner, spouse, friend and human is hard work. You don’t have to do that work alone. As a therapist, I can help you to understand where the difficulties are and offer effective tools to overcome them. I offer an integrated whole mind/body/spirit

**I AM UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME DUE TO A FULL SCHEDULE ** I'm offering affordable sessions during this time of crisis. Feeling overwhelmed with life, are you exhausted from feeling anxious and depressed, we can change that together. I value the uniqueness of each individual and am therefore humanistic in my approach, developing individualized treatment plans that best meet the specific needs of each of my patients. I focus on symptoms versus labels, as well as creative solutions rather than problems. Within a safe, supportive atmosphere, I help my clients to attain personal growth, accomplishments, and improvement.

It is my passion to help people in a unique and creative way to overcome challenges, find passion in life and live a life they have always dreamed of. As a state licensed therapist and certified yoga instructor, I utilize diverse therapeutic techniques to guide you in success. I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with trauma, low self-esteem, depression and anxiety. I use therapeutic awareness and mindfulness techniques that aid healing in the mind, body, and soul. Your journey is personalized to give clarity during life's turmoil and offer you tools to feel empowered.

**Please note I do not accept health insurance.** I believe in being your own craftsman in life and therapy can help you get to that point. It isn't always easy to take yourself on and shed the way you have coped. However, there comes a time in everyone's life when a decision needs to be made on what quality of life you want to live. If you do not possess the skills to get past your mental roadblocks, you become trapped and are unable to move forward in the direction you desire most for yourself.

Most of my clients have reached a point at which their lives have become uncomfortable & maybe even untenable. They may be nervous about embarking on the therapeutic journey with a stranger. Often, this is their first experience with therapy. Or, perhaps, they have been in therapy on & off throughout their lives. Because this is new & anxiety-provoking, we move slowly at first. My clients do not want to be pushed into talking about trauma or uncomfortable life events until they are ready. I respect & honor that. Most people want to move at their own pace & will tell me what that means. As trust grows, we are able to begin healing.

NEW CLIENTS WELCOME! While navigating life's roads, I was fortunate enough to find my calling: helping others transform their lives through mental health counseling. Having experienced the family court system at a young age, working with youth is a passion that is close to my heart. I'm skilled in working with children as young as age 5. In session, I use humor and authenticity to help you understand who you are in order to help you become the best version of yourself. I regularly participate in education classes within the field in order to stay up to date on the latest practices.

I truly believe that our emotional world needs to be witnessed. I meet my patients with compassion and non-judgment, sitting with them as we collaboratively explore their relationships, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I believe that even your most difficult, painful, challenging, embarrassing, or shameful experiences should be held in a safe environment and processed. I aim to meet my patients with unconditional positive regard.

I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced infant loss and birth mothers who have placed their child in an adoptive home. Working through this grief with a clinican who understands your emotions can serve as a beginning to the healing process. I will create a warm and inviting space to assist you in regaining control over your emotional response, improving communication within personal relationships, and develop inner strength. It is my goal to support you through this season of life.

Are you fearful about pregnancy, birth or motherhood? Is this season of motherhood not what you envisioned? Are you struggling to keep it together as a mom? *You are not alone* Maternal Minds Counseling can help. The truth is that 50-80% of women experience the baby blues and 1 out of 5 experience a mood or anxiety disturbance in the perinatal period (before or after pregnancy). Sometimes planning, expecting, new or experienced moms need extra support through this transition. The therapists at Maternal Minds treat women and families from preconception through parenting.

My clinical focus is on teens and adults who need education and/or support to understand how emotional neglect, narcissistic abuse, and psychological/emotional abuse have affected their self-image, relationships, choices in partners and friends, and behavioral patterns. I work with clients who have experienced C-PTSD which develops in response to long-term trauma, abuse, and/or emotional neglect. I can also help those trying to figure out if they’re in a relationship with a narcissist or wanting to learn healthier boundaries to better manage their relationship, in any capacity, with loved ones demonstrating narcissistic traits.

My name is Amanda Ware, I am a Licensed Clinicial Social Worker in private practice in the state of California and Nevada. I have been practicing as a social worker for 20 years. I began my clinical experience working in the outpatient setting with children and adolescents who were products of the child welfare system. Most recently I have been employed as a school-based therapist providing therapy to adolescents in the academic environment. I am very passionate about Women's issues and Adolescent mental health issues. I offer both evening, weekend and Telehealth appointments.

My passion is activating individuals and families by influencing development of knowledge, skills, and confidence. As a native of Las Vegas, I love giving back to the community by offering support and well being to those in need. I have experience working with people from a variety of different cultures and walks of life including four years of experience working with members of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, Tohono O”dham Tribe, and Hopi Tribe. I'm experienced in treating Trauma, PTSD, Adolescent Issues, Life Transitions, and Women's Issues.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR IN-OFFICE or TELEHEALTH. Are you going through major life changes? Have you been experiencing overwhelming feelings of sadness, grief, anger, anxiety, or fear? Do you battle with feelings of inadequacy, unworthiness  or self defeating thoughts? Do you have a history of trauma or unresolved conflict?  Is it hard for you to show vulnerability or ask for help? Do you feel alone? Do you need someone to talk to who will not judge your thoughts, feelings or experiences? Therapy is a space to find ones voice, tell ones story and to speak ones truth; a journey towards “I Matter, I am Worthy and I am Enough”. 

***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***The hardest thing in the world to do is to take the first step. I will applaud you for taking the first step in receiving counseling. Your life doesn't have to be a cocoon where only you know what is going on inside your life. Within every person, there is a desire to to be wanted, needed, or valued. No matter what challenges you face in life, you don't have to face them alone. I am here and willing to help you sort out challenges and assist you to transform into the life you deserve.

Welcome! You've made it this far on your mental health journey, and maybe you are wondering what the rest of the journey might look like. The truth is: therapy is different for everyone. Some of my previous clients have enjoyed our time together talking about the events of the past week or some changes they are contemplating. Other clients have used our time together to review and process deep emotional scars, with the intention of trying to create a meaningful way to move forward towards their goals. This journey is about you and where you would like to go.

Does your anxiety keep you from the life you want to live? Have fear, worry, and panic become a part of your daily living? Do you find yourself worrying all the time or even worry about worrying? Chances are you also experience physical symptoms like feeling light-headed, sweaty and nauseous, your heart pounding and feeling like you can’t breathe. You may feel alone in your struggle, believing that no one understands because sometimes, you don’t even realize it! It’s exhausting to live with anxiety on a daily if not, hourly basis, but you don’t have to suffer.

Currently not accepting new clients. Clients who are wanting to make positive changes in their lives and in the lives of their children. My promise to my clients is to reflect the preciousness within you and within children without judgment. I help Parents and Children come together to reach a deeper level of attachment. I am the right therapist for anyone who has experienced trauma and relationship struggles. I am an Adoption Competent therapist working with all members of the Adoption Constellation (adoptee, adoptive parent, birth parent), and their supporters.

You may view available appointment times and book online by clicking on my "website" button on the left side of this page. Now seeing in person as well as telehealth. Don't settle for just getting by. Invest in YOU! I am focused on providing warm and caring counseling and psychotherapy for a variety of concerns. I specialize in helping people recover from the effects of trauma, anxiety and depression. I also specialize in relationship issues. Adults and adolescents are welcome.

Life at times can be hard to navigate. Often, we don’t have the proper tools or positive support systems to steer us in a helpful direction. This can lead to feelings of confusion, frustration, and loneliness. My mission is to provide a safe, empowering, and supportive space for my clients to process what they are going through. I utilize existential theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as mindfulness in my sessions. I work closely with my supervisor, Dr. David Rogers to provide the best care possible. /us/therapists/dr-david-rogers-phd-las-vegas-nv/338990