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Amanda Cortez

 

Member profile details

First name
Amanda
Last name
Cortez
Organization
Yes To Therapy
Professional License
  • LMFT
  • LCSW
BBS License or Registration #
106508
Year Licensed
2018
Office Address
910 Campisi Way Suite 1-D
Office City
Campbell
Office State
CA
Office Zip
95008
Office Phone
408-462-0794
Office 2 Address
1406 Mission St
Office 2 City
Santa Cruz
Office 2 State
CA
Office 2 Zip
95064
Office 2 Phone
408-462-0794
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About My Therapy

Personal Statement
I am passionate about providing treatment for individuals who would like to explore parent-child attachment dynamics as adults, exploration of holding self-compassion in relationships with friends, intimate partners and/or family, and who may have a history or trauma.

I work with individuals, teen, couples and family therapy. My specialities include treating depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, parent/teen conflict, mother/father-daughter/son relational dynamics, mood disorders, sleep disorders, trauma, sexual identity, bi-racial dynamics and body positivity. In therapy, I integrate whole wellness and health, build upon your strengths, work towards inspiring creativity within yourself as I believe everyone is the author of their own lives.

I am certified in Brainspotting, trained in Nutritional Psychology and IFS (Internal Family Systems).
Other modalities that I use are self-harm prevention, ACT, CBT/DBT, attachment dynamics, and Gottman Couples therapy. In addition, another passion is working with families in crisis, infertility and organizational psychology.

Goals are specific to each individual, include building upon your strengths, personal growth, increase self-awareness, shame and self-esteem. My personal style is an integrative approach utilizing a variety of treatment modalities, uniquely tailored to each individual's needs.
Board Member Bio
I am truly grateful for the opportunity to assume the role of treasurer for the board. It is an honor to be entrusted with this position of financial responsibility. Amanda Cortez, LMFT is not only a therapist but also the proud owner and founder of Yes To Therapy, a mental health service collective, specializing in individual, marriage, and family therapy. As a graduate from John F. Kennedy University, she holds a MA in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her passion lies in helping clients who have endured childhood trauma, as she has acquired expertise in utilizing therapeutic modalities such as Internal Family Systems and Brainspotting. Additionally, she finds great fulfillment in collaborating with other therapists who are eager to advance their careers. Amanda hopes to facilitate personal growth and professional development within the therapy field. When she is not immersed in her work, she enjoys indulging in activities that bring her joy and relaxation. One of her favorite pastimes is spending time with her huskies, she finds solace in running, hiking and traveling.
Areas of Focus
  • Addictive Behaviors
  • Adolescents
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Children
  • Codependency
  • Coping with Change
  • Couples Therapy
  • Cross Cultural Issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce & Custody Mediation
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drugs & Alcohol
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Stress
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Groups
  • Guilt
  • LGBTQ
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness & Isolation
  • Low Self-Esteem
  • Moodiness
  • Prepare interns for MFT examinations
  • Provide Consultation & Supervision
  • Relationship Issues
  • Reproductive Issues
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Issues
  • Suicide
  • Telephone / Online Therapy
  • Trauma
Clinical Modalities
  • Communications
  • Eclectic (Many Theories)
  • Humanistic/Existential
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
Certifications
I am certified in IFS (Internal Family Systems) and Brainspotting
Cultural Emphasis
Bi-Racial Community
 

Profile Information

Gender
Female
Education
B.S. in Community Studies from University Of Santa Cruz
M.A. in Counseling Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from John F. Kennedy University
Language Fluency
English
Accept Insurance?
Yes, I accept insurance
Insurance Panels
Aetna, Cigna and MHN
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Licensing Information

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SCV-CAMFT               P.O. Box 60814, Palo Alto, CA 94306               mail@scv-camft.org             408-721-2010

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