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Amanda Pelcher(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
New York
Anxiety -Communication issues- Couples counseling- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Relationship issues-
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Professional statement

Change is an inherent part of life, whether we're striving toward exciting new goals or navigating unexpected challenges. While change can be refreshing and motivating, it can also feel overwhelming and isolating at times. You don't have to face it alone.

Amanda works with high-functioning adult (18+ years) individuals and couples, who typically embrace the idea of change but may sometimes struggle to take action. They might be feeling stuck in their relationships, overwhelmed by fear of the unknown, caught in indecision, frozen with "analysis paralysis," battling imposter syndrome, or simply unsure how to get started on the path to Change.

As an integrative therapist, Amanda offers a personalized approach designed to help clients create the changes they desire. With her background as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Amanda believes that meaningful relationships are key to meaningful work, so her therapy and coaching are always collaborative and client-centered. As a New York-licensed therapist, Amanda is available to provide telehealth therapy visits to clients who either reside or are currently located in the state of New York. Telehealth coaching is available to eligible clients everywhere.


Message to clients

I started climbing mountains the same year I first started seeing clients as a professional therapist. Over 15 years and 30 mountains later, I have come to believe that there are striking similarities between climbing a mountain and changing through therapy:

Therapy and mountain climbing can both be life-affirming and life-changing.

Both take preparation, endurance, and resilience.

In mountain climbing, as in therapy, daunting uncertainty and remarkable self-discovery coexist.

While it's important to plan, it's also wise to prepare for the unexpected.

It helps to have a clear goal at the outset and a map to get there — and sometimes a guide.

​My goal is to help my clients brave life's changes & challenges; to climb their own personal mountains. My approach is tailored to each individual client, to ensure our work together is empowering, meaningful, and effective. With energy, humor, and warmth, I can help you navigate ​life's peaks and valleys.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 15 years

Carmichael Psychology, Head of Training and Development, 2014 - Present

University of Rochester, Masters of Science, 2010

Licensure

New York: 000938

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Communication issues - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships with partners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

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

Loss, grief, and bereavement - 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

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

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Insurance

Amanda Pelcher is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$200 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$150 - $200

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:

  • Courtesy billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • As needed
Therapist's note

I accept most insurances as an out-of-network provider. My billing department is here to help make navigating your out-of-network benefits simple and easy! Just call or email to learn more about your insurance coverage.