Amanda Isenberg
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Rhode Island
Anxiety-Depression-Life transitions-Pregnancy & postpartum mental health-Loss and grief-Parenting-Adoption-College & graduate student mental health-
Amanda Isenberg
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Professional statement
Amanda Isenberg is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Providence, RI who specializes in supporting clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions and adjustments, relationship difficulties, communication and self esteem issues. She has extensive experience helping clients through a number of issues that may arise as they navigate major life transitions, such as beginning or graduating college, starting a family, career changes or guidance through the grief process.
Amanda utilizes a number of different treatment approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Family Systems, and Supportive Therapy. She spends time getting to know her clients before developing an individualized treatment plan that works for them. Her clients leave sessions feeling more empowered and able to better cope with day-to-day challenges. Amanda is always educating herself on the latest treatments to ensure her clients are receiving gold-standard care.
Amanda’s first job was working in the NICU where she frequently witnessed perinatal anxiety and depression. She also worked for five years at the Jacobi Center and Children’s Friends and Family Services where she worked with adults who were navigating adoption or reunification. Outside of her private practice, Amanda teaches at the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University and individually coaches medical students who are struggling. She looks forward to meeting you.
Work and Education
Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University, 1st and 2nd Year Doctoring Faculty and 1st year Doctoring Coach, 2014 - Present
Jewish Family Service, Consultant and Board Member, 2008 - 2023
Gateways Masters Program at Brown University, Faculty Advisor, 2017 - 2019
Licensure
Rhode Island: ISW01619 - Massachusetts: 125207Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
Pregnancy & postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety
Loss and grief - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Parenting - Helping parents develop and implement strategies to address challenges that arise throughout childrearing; managing stress and increasing support
Adoption - Works with adult adoptees on the experience of adoption through the life cycle, including issues of identity, loss, relationships, anger, self-esteem and trauma
College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for coping with common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, relationship challenges, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, anxiety, and/or depression
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$150 (50min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Cash
- Check
- Venmo
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Every other week
Client testimonials
"It was a nice conversation, and Amanda was great at listening."
- Zencare client • June 2020"She was on time, friendly and professional."
- Zencare client • September 2020"Amanda was straightforward and very nice!"
- Zencare client • May 2020"She seemed to listen & care. Also made herself relatable."
- Zencare client • October 2022