Amanda Almendarez
(She/Her/Hers)
Counselor
Taking the first steps towards living a healthier life can be scary. You are not alone. I look forward to meeting you and walking with you through it all.
“Often it’s the deepest pain which empowers you to grow into your highest self.” Challenges and pain will come, but you can overcome and heal from them. During these times of pain, life can bring uncertainties, which can become overwhelming to face alone. What we tend to forget is life is a journey that we take in community and not individually. We can overcome these issues together as I walk alongside you without judgment to help you achieve the life that best fits you. I specialize in domestic violence, sexual abuse and trauma, loss/grief, depression, and anxiety. I primarily use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CPT), as well as other modalities based on the needs of the client. I have experience working with a variety of individuals from adolescences to adults from diverse cultures.
Practice hours (CST)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality
- Childhood Abuse
- Depression
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transitions
- Narcissistic Personality
- Personality Disorders
- Physical Assault
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship Violence/Stalking/Harassment
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Assault
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Special groups
- Active duty military
- Clients from the court/judicial system
- Veterans
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Group Therapy
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Behavior Therapy
- Mindfulness Training
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Location
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
$80 — $130per session
- Out-of-pocket
- I offer a free consultation
Payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Credentials
Licenses
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
85556, Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
68957, Texas
Education
Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
MS (Master of Science in Counseling), 2020
Clinical Mental Health