Amanda Fox, LISW - Therapist in Ohio

Warm and direct
Goal focused
Family concerns

About Amanda

Amanda Fox is a licensed independent social worker in Ohio with three years of clinical experience. She helps people who feel overwhelmed by stress or anxiety and those coping with relationship strain and family conflict. Amanda aims to make the first step easier and acknowledges how hard it can be to begin therapy.

Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can name their thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use between meetings, along with time to talk through difficult moments. She listens for patterns that keep problems repeating and works with clients to try different ways of responding.

Amanda also supports people dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, mood concerns such as depression and bipolar symptoms, and challenges around self-esteem and anger. She pays attention to life transitions and common everyday pressures that make coping harder. Parents and caregivers can bring concerns about parenting stress, blended family dynamics, or adoption and foster care issues.

In session Amanda encourages straightforward conversation and goal setting. She partners with each person to set small, doable goals and to track progress over time. Her style is warm and practical, aimed at helping people make real changes that fit their daily lives.

To begin, Amanda asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to availability. The questionnaire helps match needs and preferences before the first session.

Evidence-informed approaches for online support

Amanda uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in clear, practical ways. One common approach focuses on reducing symptoms of anxiety and panic by teaching breathing and grounding practices, spotting unhelpful thinking patterns, and rehearsing calm responses to stressful moments. This helps people feel more in control during sudden spikes of anxiety.

Another approach emphasizes problem-solving and behavioral changes. It breaks larger issues into small steps, sets achievable goals, and tracks what works. This can help with stress, mood changes, relationship patterns, and everyday coping needs.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Amanda works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. She adjusts methods over time based on feedback and progress so the work fits the client rather than the other way around.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm available session formats before booking. The main practical benefits include fitting sessions into a busy schedule, shorter check-ins when time is tight, and meeting from locations that reduce travel time. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity and practice skills between appointments.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

GriefAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Communication problems Control issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purpose Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

Ohio

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Amanda help with?

She works with stress and anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem concerns, bipolar symptoms, ADHD and coping with life changes.

What is her general style in session?

Her style is open and nonjudgmental with a practical focus. She listens, helps set small goals, and offers steps clients can try between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional work experience as a licensed independent social worker in Ohio.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She holds the LISW credential and is licensed in Ohio.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.