- Depression and anxiety
- Trauma informed
- Strengths focused
About Amanda
Kayes keeps sessions straightforward and person-focused. She listens first, then works with each person to build clear goals. Conversations aim to uncover patterns that keep someone stuck and to practice new ways of coping that feel doable in daily life.
Her background spans more than two decades of clinical work with people facing addiction, grief, relationship strain, and attention challenges. Kayes uses approaches that emphasize relationships, personal strengths, and skills training to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.
In the room she blends Attachment-Based ideas with client-centered listening and cognitive-behavioral techniques. That mix lets her address how early connections shape current feelings, while also teaching practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
She describes her style as respectful, sensitive, and compassionate. Kayes partners with clients to tailor a plan that fits their situation and pace. To begin, she encourages prospective clients to reflect on what they most want to change and bring that into the first conversation.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.