Amanda Fadoul, MA
Therapist for Children, Teens, and Adults
Speaks Arabic
Pronouns: She/Her
Self Pay Rates:
- Intake Session: $185
- Individual Therapy: $160
- Family Therapy: $175
- Couples Therapy: $175
- Sliding Scale Offered
Insurances Accepted:
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Optum
- BCBS
- UHC/UMR
Who I Work With:
- Children (8-10)
- Pre-teens (11-14)
- Teens (15-18)
- Young Adults (19-25)
- Adults (26+)
Locations Served:
- In person in Macon
- Online/Virtual therapy for residents of Georgia
Specialties:
- Anxiety
- Stress and Burnout
- Relationship Issues
- Life Transitions
- Trauma & PTSD
- Divorce, Marital and Premarital
- Family Conflict
- School Issues
- Depression
- Self-esteem
- Racial Identity
- LGBTQIA+ Youth & Adults
- Women’s Issues
Integrative Modalities:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Play Therapy
- Christian Counseling
My Story
Hi, I’m Amanda! I grew up in an Arab culture where mental health wasn’t something people talked about or addressed. I watched family members and friends struggle with mental illness, but it was brushed under the rug or treated like it wasn’t a big deal. And I saw how not addressing it can trickle into the lives of everyone around you, whether that’s family or friends.
I believe mental health is one of the most important parts of a person’s life, and I want to help break that cycle. I became a therapist to make a difference in people’s lives. During my one-year clinical internship, I worked one on one with clients of many different backgrounds, ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, and religious beliefs. It taught me that everyone’s experiences and needs are different, and it’s one of my favorite parts of this work: getting to meet people with different backgrounds, beliefs, and values.
My Area of Expertise
I’m skilled at making my clients feel comfortable and welcomed. The therapy room can feel a little intimidating sometimes, especially when you’re talking to someone new about the deepest parts of yourself. Being a safe space where you can truly explore yourself without limitations or hesitation has always been my biggest go-to.
People often come to me for life transitions, whether that’s a divorce, changing jobs, creating boundaries, school stress, or any change that brings on stress and anxiety. I also love working with adults navigating romantic relationships, teens navigating identity, school stress, and family expectations, and children and adults healing from trauma. I take time to understand your full story, not just the symptoms you’re dealing with now, but where they come from, so we can get to the root of the problem.
Therapy can be a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported without judgement. I strive to create a comfortable and welcoming environment where you can be yourself, work through challenges, build confidence, and develop healthy tools to navigate life’s ups and downs.
How I Approach Therapy
What's My Vibe
My approach to therapy is person-centered, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship starts with a safe and welcoming space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being your authentic self. In sessions, I meet you where you are, listen without judgment, and work with you to identify your goals and develop strategies that feel meaningful for your needs.
I see therapy as a team effort. Depending on what you need, I draw from approaches like CBT, DBT, IFS, Emotionally Focused Therapy, TF-CBT, and play therapy to help you understand yourself better and build healthy skills you can use both in and outside of the therapy room. I’m also honest that therapy isn’t a cure-all. It takes work, energy, and dedication and we’ll do that work together.
My style is laid-back, warm, and playful. It also depends on what you need, whether that’s in the moment or throughout our work together. Most importantly, I want you to feel heard, understood, and comfortable being your authentic self.
What I Am Like Outside Of The Office
Favorite quote
“The pain that drowned and the tears that sank me will build a boat to an island I’ve never seen before.”
If you weren't a mental health professional, what would you be instead?
A nurse
If you could make a rule for a day and everyone had to follow it, what would it be?
No phones for 24 hours
If I could go anywhere it would be to...
Mallorca
Do you have any secret talents?
Cooking and baking
Favorite show and the movie I can watch over and over again
Friends, and The Notebook
My Education and Credentials
My Credentials:
- Associate Professional Counselor (APC) eligible
Clinical Specializations and Certifications
- Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Trained
- Trained in Navigating Sexuality Across the Lifespan with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
My Education:
- Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, South University
- Bachelors of Science in Psychology
Professional Service & Membership