- Years in practice
- 20
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Virginia
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Family conflicts
- Focus
- Parenting issues
- Focus
- Anger management
About Amanda
Amanda Norah-Brooks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years in the mental health field. She practices in Virginia and focuses on practical support for people dealing with family and parenting stress. Her work is direct and down-to-earth, aimed at helping parents and caregivers find workable solutions.
She helps people manage anger and handle big life changes. She also supports those coping with grief, trauma, and relationship strain. Attention and concentration challenges, including ADHD-related struggles, are part of her regular caseload.
Background and approach
Amanda uses clear, evidence-based techniques to teach behavior management and parent education skills. Sessions often include concrete strategies families can try between meetings. She emphasizes strengths and small steps that lead to noticeable change over time.
Her approach treats each person as the expert in their own life. Amanda listens first, then works with clients to set realistic goals. She encourages skills practice and problem-solving that fit daily routines.
People who look for straightforward guidance about family conflict, parenting challenges, or coping after loss may find her style a good match. She offers a calm, steady presence and focuses on building practical tools clients can use right away.
What Amanda works with
Everything Amanda lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Amanda helps people with.
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Blended family issues
- Cancer
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Young adult issues
Practical Approaches for Parenting and Family Challenges Online
Amanda uses evidence-based techniques that focus on clear skills and real-life practice. One common approach teaches behavior management and parent education strategies that help caregivers set routines, reinforce positive behavior, and respond calmly to conflicts. This is useful for everyday parenting challenges and blended family issues.Another approach centers on coping skills for anger, grief, and adjustment. It includes short exercises to reduce reactivity, pacing during stressful moments, and step-by-step plans for navigating life changes. These methods help people regain a sense of control and handle difficult emotions without becoming overwhelmed.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Amanda listens to each person’s story, reviews goals and preferences, and then suggests methods to try. She checks in regularly and adjusts strategies based on what is helpful and what fits the client’s routine.
Online therapy offers flexibility for parents and busy adults. Video calls let people work face-to-face when a longer session is needed. Phone sessions or live chat work well for shorter check-ins or when bandwidth is limited. Text-based messaging is useful for quick questions, skill reminders, or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a schedule and keep momentum on practical changes.
Questions people ask about Amanda
What kinds of concerns does Amanda address?
She works with family and parenting challenges, anger, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship stress, coping with life changes, ADHD and self-esteem concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and straightforward. She listens first, then offers clear strategies clients can try between sessions.
What is her clinical background and experience?
Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field.
Where does she practice and hold licensure?
She practices in Virginia and holds a Virginia LCSW license.
Which languages are used in sessions and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Amanda?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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