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Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
About Amanda Chan
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Depression
Women's Issues Therapy
Anxiety
Life Transition
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Relationship Counseling
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Treatment approaches
Compassion Focused
Expressive Arts
Culturally Sensitive
Gottman Method
Existential
Humanistic
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Asian
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Amanda Chan
Hi, I'm Amanda, a registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT149556) employed by San Francisco Counseling Collective and supervised by a licensed clinician. I hold a Master's in Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies and a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley. I am dedicated to supporting adults, Asians, Asian Americans, couples, and teens, and I am currently accepting clients in the San Francisco Bay Area and throughout California for in-person sessions and telehealth.
My career as a psychotherapist began at a local, non-profit hospice, where I supported clients both individually and in support groups who were experiencing grief and loss. I now also work with clients navigating other life challenges and transitions, including relationship issues and difficulties related to anxiety, biculturalism, breast cancer, depression, infertility, parenthood, and school/work/life balance.
What should a new client know about working with you?
For some of us, the strategies and tactics that we developed and use to navigate life’s challenges no longer seem adequate to build a life and foster relationships that are authentic and meaningful. We may have strived and even achieved the goals that we set for ourselves, yet we continue to feel like something is missing, like some part of us is still longing for something more or different.
Together, we can create a safer and more compassionate space, where you can reflect on the circumstances and decisions that have shaped you and explore the different layers of your lived experience. By reconnecting with yourself and what truly matters to you, you will be able to better discern the aspects of your life that you are ready to leave behind and take the risks that are sometimes necessary to make positive, lasting changes in your life and relationships.
My interest in the field of psychotherapy was rekindled during a 20-year career in Technology, in which I held leadership positions in Technical Enablement and Product Management. Years after graduating from CAL Berkeley with an undergraduate degree in Psychology, I earned my master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS). While a student at CIIS, I also worked as a teacher’s assistant for courses in Multicultural Counseling and Trauma.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, relational, and strength-based. I integrate concepts and techniques from a variety of theoretical backgrounds, and I am guided by a genuine curiosity for the human experience and a deep respect for its resiliency.
In relationship counseling, I support you in navigating the complexities of your relationship and learning how to respond to each other in less defended ways, including communicating your emotions and needs more effectively. Through changing your dynamic, you can heal past relationship injuries, overcome long-standing conflicts, and foster a more authentic and intimate connection with each other.
For your adolescent or child, I use a variety of approaches that are appropriate for their stage of social and emotional development. For children under 12, I utilize play therapy (e.g., art, games, role-acting) to help them express their emotions, understand their thoughts, and work through emotional and behavioral challenges in a way that is comfortable and natural for them. For teens, I believe in co-creating a trusting environment where they feel safer to explore and make sense of their experiences during this formative stage of their development.
Regardless of what brings you to psychotherapy, my hope is that you will feel accepted, understood, and respected for your inherent uniqueness and wholeness.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $195 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $195 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Office location
Amanda Chan, AMFT also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California Institute of Integral Studies, Master's in Counseling Psychology
- University of California, Berkeley (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
NPI number
1992513865
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Wait time
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Bedside manner
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Amanda Chan works with San Francisco Counseling Collective.
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Amanda Chan frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Amanda Chan on their profile.
What languages does Amanda Chan speak?
Amanda Chan speaks English.
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1 patients have reviewed Amanda Chan. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.