- Stress and anxiety
- Life transitions
- Trauma and abuse
About Amanda
Amanda Salvara is a BACP counsellor with five years' experience working with people in the United Kingdom and internationally. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, relationship concerns and coping with life changes. Amanda also works with issues such as abandonment, attachment, body image, and questions about life purpose.
Amanda offers a conversational style that combines counselling and coaching elements. Sessions begin by clarifying where a person is now and what matters to them next. She then looks at patterns of thought and behaviour that keep people stuck, and practical steps that might shift those patterns.
Her work draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centred approaches and Mindfulness. That means sessions may include noticing thoughts and feelings, learning skills to manage difficult moments, and practicing new ways of responding in daily life.
Amanda describes the process as collaborative. She helps people name what is getting in the way, test small changes, and notice what helps. This approach can suit people dealing with mood difficulties, past trauma, feelings of shame or isolation, and those questioning direction in midlife or following a major change.
Practical concerns such as money worries, communication problems, multicultural issues and recovery from sexual assault are included in her work. Prospective clients can expect focused conversations, short-term coping strategies, and planning for longer-term adjustments.
Approaches Amanda uses and how they fit online
Amanda draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy involves noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values, which can help when someone feels stuck or uncertain about purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thought patterns and testing different behaviours to reduce anxiety or low mood.She also uses Client-Centred methods that prioritise the person’s perspectives in the room and Mindfulness practices to build moment-to-moment awareness. These methods suit people managing stress, mood difficulties, trauma responses and questions about direction after change. Finding the right approach is part of the work, and she will collaborate with the client to decide which methods feel most helpful given their goals and preferences.
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work and family commitments, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also allow practising new skills in the places where daily life happens, so learning can be more immediately useful.
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem and relationship concerns. Additional areas include life purpose, midlife questions, isolation, body image and money worries.
How does Amanda approach feeling stuck?
Her approach mixes counselling and coaching to clarify current patterns and next steps. Sessions often combine noticing thoughts, learning coping skills and testing small behavioural changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience working with people in the UK and internationally. That experience includes work with trauma, mood issues and life transitions.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices from the United Kingdom. The BACP designation is listed as provided.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify exact session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Pricing depends on the client’s region.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.