Amanda Wnuk, LMHC-D
Navigating life can be a beautiful yet challenging experience. Along the way, we might struggle with self-doubt, negative self-talk, or feeling as if we are alone when dealing with trials and tribulations. Coping through difficult times is not always easy. We may experience intrusive thoughts as well as fear and worry around things we don’t quite understand. I am here to tell you that it is okay to feel uncertain, confused, hurt, or anxious.
Finding balance, fostering meaningful connections, and self-compassion are a few ways we can tackle challenges and allow for growth throughout our sessions together. I will offer you a safe space to feel heard, valued, and empowered as we walk alongside one another on this therapeutic journey. I assist my clients in identifying ways we can tolerate uncertainty and move through some of our most challenging and uncomfortable feelings together. I utilize somatic healing practices and interventions anchored in the mind-body connection to integrate safety and healing.
Professional Experience
I received a Bachelor’s degree from SUNY Fredonia in Psychology and Dance and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Medaille College. I have experience as an inpatient and outpatient clinician and have worked with individuals struggling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Substance Use, Anxiety, Depression, Mood disorders, PTSD, stressors related to life transitions, as well as grief and loss. I truly love what I do and value the opportunity to help clients better understand themselves, work through challenges, and create meaningful change. My therapeutic approach is a blend of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Through a comprehensive training program in OCD treatment, I earned the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Counseling Certificate (OCDCC). I am a strong believer in the mind-body connection and really enjoy integrating my passion for dance and movement into the healing process.
Making the commitment to discovering the best version of you and reaching your goals is an empowering experience. Thank you for showing up for yourself. I can’t wait to get started!
