Amanda Gollehon
Athens,GA
Summary
Pre-Licensed Marriage and Family therapist skilled in exploring relational dynamics and their impact on mental health. I employ a decolonial approach that recognizes how societal and cultural factors shape individual experiences. Utilizing psychoanalytic principles, I facilitate deeper self-awareness through somatic awareness and relational processes. I leverage transference and countertransference to navigate client relationships while acknowledging the importance of spirituality and connection to something greater.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychotherapist
Family Counseling Service of Athens
08.2023 - Current
- Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
- Utilized somatic and and psychoanalytic techniques during sessions to help clients develop self trust, greater self-awareness, and coping skills for managing stressors.
- Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals in coordinating care for clients with co-occurring mental health and physical health concerns, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, effectively addressing acute emotional distress and preventing harm to self or others.
Marriage and Family Therapy Intern
Athens Center for Counseling and Play Therapy
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Built trust with diverse populations by demonstrating cultural competency in the delivery of therapy services.
- Employed child-centered play therapy to create a safe environment for children and families to express their feelings, develop problem solving skills, and learn a variety of ways to relate to others.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients to address specific emotional, behavioral, or relationship issues.
Marriage and Family Therapy Clinical Intern
Mercer Family Therapy Center
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided therapy for clients experiencing mood disorders, personality disorders, and relational challenges.
- Developed treatment plans based on biopsychosocial-spiritual assessments.
- Participated in regular supervision sessions, receiving feedback to improve professional skills and knowledge continually.
- Presented case studies and treatment progress in supervision, contributing to a collaborative learning environment.
Marketing Communications Specialist
Ashley HomeStore
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing strategic marketing campaigns.
- Managed vendor relationships for outsourced creative services, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Conducted market research to identify target audiences and refine marketing strategies accordingly.
Social Media Manager
National Veterans Network
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
- Increased daily social media engagement and reach, effectively communicating the story of Japanese Americans who served in WWII to a diverse audience.
- Collaborated with historians and organization leaders to produce educational content across platforms.
Education
Master of Family Therapy - Marriage And Family Therapy
Mercer University School of Medicine
Macon, GA07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05.2016
Skills
Relational psychoanalysis, psychodynamic therapy, internal family systems, somatic attachment therapy
Schizophrenia, mood disorders, personality disorders, and psychosis
Decolonizing Therapy
Affirmative care for LGBTQIA, BIPOC, and neurodivergent populations
Certification
- American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy
- The Embody Lab
- Psychodynamic Processing Group
- Somatic Attachment Therapy Certificate, Embody Lab- Anticipated December 2024
Timeline
Psychotherapist
Family Counseling Service of Athens
08.2023 - Current
Marriage and Family Therapy Intern
Athens Center for Counseling and Play Therapy
08.2022 - 07.2023
Marriage and Family Therapy Clinical Intern
Mercer Family Therapy Center
08.2022 - 07.2023
Social Media Manager
National Veterans Network
05.2020 - 08.2021
Marketing Communications Specialist
Ashley HomeStore
08.2018 - 08.2022
- American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy
- The Embody Lab
- Psychodynamic Processing Group
- Somatic Attachment Therapy Certificate, Embody Lab- Anticipated December 2024
Master of Family Therapy - Marriage And Family Therapy
Mercer University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
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