Amanda McLean, LCSW, LICSW
Washington LCSW specializing in anxiety and relationships
- ACT and CBT informed
- LGBT and relationship support
- Flexible online sessions
About Amanda McLean
Amanda McLean, LCSW, LICSW, is a Washington-based licensed clinical social worker with 13 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and a wide range of life transitions. She works with clients across issues such as self-esteem, grief, parenting, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, ADHD, and LGBT topics, bringing a broad clinical background to each individual case.
Amanda's therapeutic stance is warm, genuine, and interactive; she approaches sessions with honesty and a casual, respectful manner that invites collaboration. She views clients as the experts on their own lives and partners with them to identify goals, build practical strategies, and strengthen motivation for change. Amanda draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor treatment in ways that feel relevant and achievable for each person.
Her practice emphasizes clear communication and flexible access to care. Amanda offers multiple ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, so clients can choose the format that best fits their needs and schedule. LCSW and LICSW are clinical social work credentials that indicate professional licensure to provide therapeutic services.
Amanda's therapeutic stance is warm, genuine, and interactive; she approaches sessions with honesty and a casual, respectful manner that invites collaboration. She views clients as the experts on their own lives and partners with them to identify goals, build practical strategies, and strengthen motivation for change. Amanda draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor treatment in ways that feel relevant and achievable for each person.
Her practice emphasizes clear communication and flexible access to care. Amanda offers multiple ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, so clients can choose the format that best fits their needs and schedule. LCSW and LICSW are clinical social work credentials that indicate professional licensure to provide therapeutic services.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amanda McLean have?
Amanda McLean has 13 years of experience.
Is Amanda McLean a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: LCSW, LICSW. License details: OR LCSW L13915, WA LICSW LW60940913.
In which languages does Amanda McLean provide therapy?
Amanda McLean provides therapy in English.
Where is Amanda McLean located?
Amanda McLean is located in Washington.
How can I work with Amanda McLean as my therapist?
You can work with Amanda McLean through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amanda McLean work with international clients?
Amanda McLean does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amanda McLean 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your 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.
Approaches that guide online therapy
Amanda uses therapeutic methods that focus on present-moment values, personal strengths, and practical skills. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take steps toward those values even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise - useful for anxiety, avoidance, and motivation challenges. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's experience, offering a nonjudgmental, empathetic space where clients lead the pace and focus of work and build self-understanding and resilience. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets patterns of thinking and behavior by teaching strategies to reframe unhelpful thoughts and practice new actions, which can help with depression, anxiety, and stress management.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Amanda works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She tailors techniques and adjusts the plan over time based on progress and feedback.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and Amanda also provides live chat and text-based messaging options. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, meet from different locations within the appropriate jurisdiction, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not feasible. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these tools to support meaningful progress while accommodating how each client prefers to connect.