Holistic Therapy For Women, Alexandria VA
Give Life To Your Most Authentic Self
Feeling caught in life’s undertow? Unsure how to break free from old patterns? I have been stuck there before myself, and know just how difficult this can be. Explore my site, and let’s chat over a free consultation to focus on your goals!
Meet Amanda E. Thompson, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Trauma Informed Therapist & Yoga Teacher
Hi! My name is Amanda Thompson. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in both Northern Virginia and DC. I am also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), and an Astrologer, through professional training and mentorship with Astrologer Natha Campanella.
After many years of working through my own trauma, perfectionism, and anxiety, through exploration of multiple types of modalities, I feel it is so incredibly important to have a multi-stop shop for your own wellness and healing goals!
It is HARD work to break the cycles from our previous generations, and stand in our own power today to achieve a sense of self empowerment and peace. I am here to guide, support, encourage, and challenge you to find the very best version of yourself that you can be.
What Makes Amanda Different?
A Provider Who Has Walked Their Own Healing Path
Integrated Approach & Layered Tools for Customized Wellness Plans
Chance to Work with a Relatable, Millennial Generation Therapist
Deep Understanding of the Mind-Body Connection and Central Nervous System
Proponent of Getting Out of your Head and Into your body, Not Further Into your Thoughts
Believer in the Connection Between Deeper Soul Mission and Life’s Work Through Astrology within Yoga and Therapy
Combination Of Services
So how does one do astrology, yoga, and therapy all combined together into a package? I’ve got some thoughts for you! Perhaps you are seeking to understand your deeper life purpose, mission, and central patterns, while in individual therapy and counseling. Understanding some of the most personal planet placements in your natal chart through astrology can give voice and clarity to your deepest questions within and outside of therapy. Channeling this energy of what you’re needing to focus on through yoga could cement this new discovery and journey within your body!
Therapy
Collaboratively working together to integrate therapeutic approaches that best support your healing from tenets of trauma informed care, rooted in empowerment and holistic wellness.
Yoga
Helping you find the ability to get into your body’s deeply stored container of emotions and stressors through a trauma informed lens to yoga movements and poses.
Astrology
Helping you uncover the ways in which you can best harness the energy of both your personal planet placements and the larger collective trends happening in the skies.
Testimonials
“Working with Amanda has been a deeply transformative experience. She provides a space of acceptance and understanding. Making the choice to seek help can be intimidating, especially given the stereotype of stoic therapists who lay back and listen with little guidance. What I really appreciate about Amanda is how easy-going and conversational she is. She provides a comfortable, encouraging, and regulated space to open up and work through wounds. I always feel like I’m able to show up completely as myself. And I appreciate that she seems to comfortably show up as herself — it’s like talking to an old friend! She’s open-minded to looking at a variety of therapeutic resources, including spiritual practice if desired. Since working with Amanda, I’ve gained the tools and confidence to unlearn unhelpful patterns, grow into my core self, and restructure my life to align with who I really want to be. I highly recommend her!”
“I put off therapy for anxiety and my mental health struggles for many years, intimidated by the thought of opening up to someone and scared of what I might learn about myself. In the midst of the pandemic and a serious health diagnosis, I found Amanda. From our first appointment, I was immediately comfortable talking to Amanda, sharing my struggles and listening to her feedback. To me, each session feels like having a conversation with a friend, but one who is an experienced and compassionate therapist and is solely focused on listening and providing input to improve my wellbeing. Amanda seems to always know what I need, whether that is an explanation of physiological reasons why I am feeling a certain way or encouragement to reassess my approach to a situation or affirmation that I deserve grace and self-compassion in dealing with the struggles of life. My overall mental health has greatly benefitted from having her as a therapist. I would encourage everyone to consider therapy and to reach out to Amanda to see if she is a good fit for them too. I’m forever grateful to have found her.”
“Amanda highlighted the power of the mind-body connection for me. She has given me so many tools that I can put in practice that truly help me manage stressful situations. She has introduced me to breathing techniques, books, hands-on activities, and more that I can use outside of therapy and that have enabled me to live a healthier life. She’s even invited me to yoga classes! I didn’t know there were so many practices/resources out there that I could take advantage of to help manage my anxiety until I met her.Amanda always has my back! We can talk about anything in a judge-free zone. She cares about me and feels like a friend while maintaining professionalism. She’s taught me about tools and concepts that have made me feel more confident and have made my anxiety more manageable.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is your office located?
It is in Old Town Alexandria on 510 North Washington Street. I work in a rowhome purposed just for therapists and healthcare professionals seeing clients. You can expect to have a calm and easy waiting room while you have a moment before I come out to greet you.
Do you offer both in-person and virtual therapy
Yes, I do! I offer holistic therapy for women both in-person and virtually interchangeably for clients.
How long do sessions typically last?
ALL sessions – yoga, astrology, and therapy, whether separate or combined together, are one hour.
Do you take insurance?
No, but I am happy to provide you with superbill statements to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
Which forms of payment do you accept?
I prefer to take credit card on a regular basis, though checks are also fine too.
How do I go about scheduling an appointment?
To set up an initial appointment with me, please contact me via my contact form, email or by phone (text message or phone call).
What is your appointment cancellation policy?
I ask for 24 hours notice if you need to cancel an appointment with me. If you provide less than 24 hours notice, I charge the full session fee. For no show appointments, I will also charge the full session fee.
Which age groups or populations do you work with?
I work with teenagers and adults of all ages.
Do you work with people from different or diverse religious, racial, cultural, sexuality, and gender backgrounds?
Yes, I do. I have experience working with clients from a range of different life stories and backgrounds. If you are curious about my experience or expertise with a specific community or background, please feel free to ask me when beginning to work together. If you have not felt supported by a previous provider based on your identity, I also welcome having these conversations together.
What do you treat?
I treat anxiety, depression, perfectionism, challenges with self-esteem, familial and multigenerational trauma, sexual trauma, relational and emotional trauma, and traumatic grief. I also have experience working with cancer survivors and individuals actively going through cancer treatment.
