Amanda Elston
Intern Therapist, MACP Candidate,
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Amanda was introduced to therapy from a young age after her own personal emotional and relational struggles. She decided to become a therapist after working front line in mental health for many years. She prioritizes the importance of the therapist client relationship while engaging in a non-directive, client-centred and strength-based stance.
Amanda adapts therapeutic approaches to meet the clients’ unique needs through a holistic and trauma informed framework. Working through a humanistic and emotionally focused lens, Amanda draws from attachment perspectives while maintaining a present-focused mindset. She firmly believes that each client has strengths within them to solve their own problems and her views of the role of the therapist is to assist the client to become aware of their strengths and resources. Additionally, she is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Get to Know Amanda (She/ Her)
Her areas of interest and speciality include relational and attachment issues, relationship difficulty, trauma, life transitions, and self-esteem. She enjoys working with individuals and couples and works through a Solution-Focused and Gottman-Informed approach. She is also interested in working with first responders and their families!
Amanda completed a Bachelors in Sociology and Psychology from Brandon University in Manitoba. She is now pursuing a Masters in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University, which she is expected to graduate from in April 2025. Amanda has experience supporting individuals through homelessness, addictions, and relational trauma. She is trained in crisis management and stabilization and enjoys providing support to vulnerable and marginalized populations. She finds meaning and fulfillment in facilitating client change. Through this experience, Amanda was able to engage in a multitude of Cree Indigenous practices and is fascinated in learning from the diverse life experiences of her clients.
When she is not working, you can find her on the hiking trails with her dogs, Winnie and Ginny, at the beach, reading a good book, or spending time with loved ones.
Amanda is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (#) 17779
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