Amanda Lugo

Amanda Lugo, LPC NCC CYT is motivated to help people move forward, supported and empowered, as they let go of traumatic events and experiences. She wants others to enjoy their present life and create a fulfilling future. She understands the fear of change and difficulty trusting people after painful moments. She works to help you through the challenges of breaking free from limiting thoughts and gaining control over emotional responses.

Amanda earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Northern Arizona University and continued her education to complete a Master of Counseling in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Arizona State University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor. She conducts quality confidential therapy in-person and via electronic services.

Her treatment approach is based in dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and positive psychology. Trained and certified in DBT, ACT, EMDR, brainspotting, hypnotherapy, and Gottman couples counseling, she specializes in helping others cope with the impact of trauma and stress on their mood and relationships.

Amanda is a Certified Yoga Teacher, Sound Practitioner, and Yoga Nidra Facilitator having completed 200 hours of yoga teacher training at Urban Yoga. The program was based in vinyasa and ashtanga yoga with a restorative and kundalini component. She enjoys facilitating yoga nidra with sound meditation to help soothe overactive minds and bodies. Amanda incorporates meditation, mindfulness, and breathing techniques as core aspects of her therapeutic method.

When she is having fun outside work, she likes to bellydance, draw and paint, or flow with fire toys like hula hoops and fans. She camps and attends music events on weekends. She also enjoys cooking and spending quality time with her chosen family.

Amanda is accepting new clients.

We are not in-network with insurance companies.

We accept cash, HSA/FSA, and all major credit cards.