Amanda Polinski is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. Her therapeutic approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Play Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. Amanda's hope is to empower individuals to be able to navigate life's challenges with resiliency and self-compassion.

With a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology from Robert Morris University and a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Duquesne University, Amanda brings a strong educational foundation to her practice. She supports clients dealing with Depressive Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Trauma-Related Disorders, Life Transitions, Stress Management, and provides specialized Child & Adolescent Counseling.

Outside the therapy room, Amanda enjoys going for runs, finding new parks and trails to walk with her dog, cooking and baking, reading a good book, and enjoying the outdoors any chance she can get!

Amanda has experience working within educational and clinical settings, with a wide range of demographics and populations.

It is important to her to create a safe space for all clients, which is why her approach to counseling is rooted in empathy, understanding, and a commitment to your well-being.

With specialized training in both play therapy and evidence-based approaches like ERP, Amanda offers developmentally appropriate interventions for clients of all ages.