Dr. Amanda Antis , LMFT

Dr. Amanda Antis is a licensed therapist practicing in California with 15 years of professional experience and a PhD in Psychology. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and her doctoral training in psychology informs a deep understanding of human behavior and relationships.

She has supported people managing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, difficulties with motivation, and struggles with self-esteem and confidence, as well as depression. Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to address each person’s individual needs and goals. Seeking change requires courage, and Dr. Antis focuses on empowering clients as they take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life. She aims to create a collaborative environment where clients feel supported while working toward meaningful, achievable change.

Evidence-informed approaches and online care with Dr. Amanda Antis

Dr. Amanda Antis integrates approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered methods to address emotional and relational concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult feelings while committing to meaningful action - it can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical strategies to change them, which often supports mood, anxiety, and self-esteem work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist listens closely and tailors the pace and focus to the individual’s needs.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Antis works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the plan as needed to support progress.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and the ability to access care from home or other convenient locations. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support while making it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain momentum between sessions.