
Amanda Johnston, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Forest, VA
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
I specialize in working with women in the perinatal period, first responders, and children. I understand the challenges of adjusting to motherhood, infertility, experiencing vicarious trauma, and healing from adverse childhood experiences. Some clients want resources to help them keep going and meeting life's demands without revisiting their past; I can help with that. For others who want to dive deeper and find long term healing, my goal is to help them believe in their heart what they know in their brain. I'm worthy. I'm capable. I'm safe. I did the best I could. I'm the best parent for my child.
I help by providing a collaborative and solution-oriented approach, empowering individuals to find peace and balance in their lives. I’m certified in EMDR (including a specialization for children), Trauma Focused-CBT, and trauma-sensitive yoga. I'm using evidence-based techniques and checking in with you consistently saying, is this working for you?
In our first few sessions, you can expect a comfortable environment to get to know your goals for therapy. Clients describe me as warm, solution-oriented, and empowering. They often feel relief at the end of the session, gain insight about themselves, and learn new ways of approaching problems. I'm happy to chat with you and answer any questions you have.
Billing and insurance are made simple through Headway! Simply provide your insurance information and verification, and costs are available right away. Self-pay with easy online payment options is also available.
Modalities: Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Humanistic, Behavior Modification, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Play
License
License(s)
Professional certifications
Education
University of Lynchburg
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$80 - $120Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paypal
- Zelle
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Medicaid
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
Specialties and clinical interests
- Adoption & Fostering
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse/Violence
- Family Conflict
- Fertility, Pregnancy & Postpartum
- Gender Identity
- LGBTQIA+
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Mental Health Professionals
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Identity
- Stress/Stress Management
- Trauma & PTSD
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
- Yoga Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- Trauma Survivors
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Location
Lotus Counseling LLC
110 Vista Centre Drive
Suite 18
Forest, VA 24551 US
Office is ADA Accessible
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Types of clients
- Kids & Tweens (5-12)
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media