- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Compassion fatigue
About Amanda
Amanda Rowland is an AASW social worker with 28 years of practical experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief and changes that come with life transitions. Amanda speaks plainly and offers steady support to people who are feeling overwhelmed or worn out.
Amanda works with people who are struggling with eating concerns, compassion fatigue and the ripple effects of chronic illness. She also helps those facing attachment or abandonment worries, body image concerns, commitment issues and problems with communication and control. Codependency and co-morbidity are included among the topics she addresses.
Her approach is collaborative and tailored to each person. Amanda listens first, then helps set clear, realistic goals. She adapts conversations and plans to match the person in front of her rather than following a fixed script.
Sessions are delivered with respect, sensitivity and compassion. Amanda aims to help people build practical coping strategies they can use between sessions. She encourages small, steady steps toward more manageable days and clearer relationships.
If someone is feeling unsure about starting, Amanda offers a straightforward way to begin. The process includes a short questionnaire and scheduling that fits around the person's existing commitments. This makes it easier to take that first step toward change.
Evidence-based techniques and online therapy
Amanda uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide her work. She focuses on approaches that help people manage strong emotions and build practical coping skills. For example, guided problem-solving teaches step-by-step ways to break down worries and test small changes in daily routines. This can help with anxiety, decision-making and control issues.Another common approach is emotion-focused talking, which helps people name and make sense of difficult feelings like grief or shame. This method supports clearer communication and healthier responses to relationship stress and attachment concerns. Both approaches aim to create small, manageable shifts rather than quick fixes.
Finding the right approach is a shared process. Amanda works together with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs and preferences. She will check in about what feels useful and adjust the plan over time so it fits the person's life and progress.
The biography does not list specific online formats. Please confirm which session types are offered before booking. In general, online work can make appointments easier to fit into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits often help people keep momentum between sessions and maintain steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
28+ years
Credentials
Listed on profile
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Amanda commonly help with?
Amanda works with stress, anxiety, grief and coping with life changes. She also helps with eating concerns, compassion fatigue and codependency-related issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens first, then helps set achievable goals and builds coping strategies tailored to each person.
How much experience does she bring?
She has 28 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and life challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is credentialed with the AASW and is located in Australia.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Amanda?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.