Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Amanda Cross, LCSW
California
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and grief
Continue with AmandaCredentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 27651
- NPI
- 1700298239
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
These details come from information Amanda supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Caregiver stress
About Amanda
Amanda Cross is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in California with 20 years of professional experience. She works with people managing stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem struggles, compassion fatigue, and major life changes. Her practice also addresses caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, divorce and separation, family of origin issues, isolation, life purpose, veteran and armed forces issues, post-traumatic stress, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, self-love, women’s issues, and young adult transitions.
Amanda takes a practical, person-focused approach. She treats each person as the expert on their own life and builds on existing strengths. Sessions emphasize clear goals, straightforward tools, and steady problem solving rather than abstract theory.
She uses a mix of methods to suit what each person needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps spot and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Client-Centered Therapy keeps the conversation focused on the client’s priorities and experience. Mindfulness practices are used for stress and grounding.
Amanda aims to make work with her concrete and manageable. Expect conversations that connect feelings to everyday routines, skills to try between sessions, and small, measurable steps forward. She listens for practical obstacles and helps plan around them.
People who choose Amanda often want help sorting practical problems alongside emotional ones. Her background as an LCSW in California brings experience with life, work, and caregiving pressures. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How Amanda’s approaches work for online care
Amanda commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s priorities and lived experience. It helps people clarify what matters and decide practical steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches specific tools to reduce anxiety and shift unhelpful patterns.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Amanda works collaboratively to match methods to a person’s goals and preferences. She checks in about what is or isn’t working and adjusts the plan as needed so the work stays relevant to daily life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or health challenges. They can allow shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, and help maintain continuity when life is busy. Licensed professionals can use these practical formats to keep therapy connected to everyday routines.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and adapting to life changes. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, divorce, and related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and person-focused. Sessions center on clients' goals, concrete strategies, and building on personal strengths.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with a range of stress and life-transition issues.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in California.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and services; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up flow.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers