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Amanda Whichard, LPC, LPC-MHSP

Strengths-based counselor for life transitions
  • Trauma-informed care
  • CBT and EMDR approaches
  • Licensed in MS and TN

About Amanda Whichard

Amanda Whichard, LPC and LPC-MHSP, is a licensed counselor practicing in Mississippi and Tennessee with 6 years of professional experience. Her credentials include LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and LPC-MHSP, a Licensed Professional Counselor designation that includes a mental health service provider qualification. She brings focused, evidence-informed approaches to her work while centering each person she meets as the expert of their own story.

Amanda has supported people working through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and major life transitions. She draws on a range of therapeutic methods to address emotional and practical challenges, helping individuals cope with relationship and family issues, career concerns, mood disorders, ADHD, and compassion fatigue among other areas.

She adopts a strengths-based philosophy, believing that people already possess resources that can assist in overcoming difficult circumstances. Amanda frames seeking therapy as a courageous first step toward a more fulfilling life and positions herself as a supportive, empowering partner in clients’ efforts to create meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amanda Whichard have?

Amanda Whichard has 6 years of professional experience.

Is Amanda Whichard a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LPC-MHSP. Her license details are MS LPC 3280 and TN LPC-MHSP 5462.

In which languages does Amanda Whichard provide therapy?

Amanda provides therapy in English.

Where is Amanda Whichard located?

Amanda is located in Mississippi.

How can I work with Amanda Whichard as my therapist?

You can work with Amanda through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Amanda Whichard work with international clients?

Amanda Whichard does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amanda Whichard cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions - online therapy can produce outcomes comparable to traditional in-person care.

One of the clearest advantages is convenience. People may choose the mode of connection that works best for their schedule and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to maintain continuity of care.

Therapists who provide remote services are licensed professionals, and individuals may change therapists if they seek a different fit. For many, online therapy offers a flexible, practical way to access skilled support while balancing other responsibilities.

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