Amanda Irwin-Rugg, LCSW

Amanda Irwin-Rugg, LCSW

Psychotherapist
OR
Starting therapy is a brave step, and I want you to know you don’t have to do it alone. My focus is on walking alongside people who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, offering support that feels collaborative and tailored to your goals. My trauma-informed approach blends practical tools with compassion, always centered on creating a safe and empowering space where you can feel understood and begin meaningful growth. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d love to connect and see how we might work together in this process of healing and change. My approach My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership, so I take time to understand what matters most to you and adapt our work to your needs. At times, this may look like exploring past experiences, and at other times, focusing on practical skills you can use right away. I often draw from EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CBT to support clients in reducing anxiety, managing emotions, and healing from difficult experiences. Together, we’ll set clear goals and move at a pace that feels comfortable. My role is to create a safe, supportive space and provide the tools and guidance that help you make meaningful progress toward the life you want. My focus Do you feel weighed down by anxiety, past trauma, or overwhelming emotions? I work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, as well as those wanting to build self-confidence and healthier relationships. Whether you’re seeking tools to manage daily stress, healing from painful experiences, or working toward personal goals, I’ll walk alongside you to create a growth plan that feels supportive, practical, and achievable. My communication style My communication style is warm, collaborative, and supportive. I listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and provide gentle feedback with practical tools you can use outside of sessions.

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About Amanda Irwin-Rugg

Focus areas

Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Stress
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Relationship Struggles
Stress Management
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Sexual Abuse Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Trauma Focused
EMDR
Motivational Interviewing
Dialectical (DBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Amanda Irwin-Rugg

Starting therapy is a brave step, and I want you to know you don’t have to do it alone. My focus is on walking alongside people who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, offering support that feels collaborative and tailored to your goals. My trauma-informed approach blends practical tools with compassion, always centered on creating a safe and empowering space where you can feel understood and begin meaningful growth. If you’re ready to take the next step, I’d love to connect and see how we might work together in this process of healing and change. My approach My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership, so I take time to understand what matters most to you and adapt our work to your needs. At times, this may look like exploring past experiences, and at other times, focusing on practical skills you can use right away. I often draw from EMDR, IFS, DBT, and CBT to support clients in reducing anxiety, managing emotions, and healing from difficult experiences. Together, we’ll set clear goals and move at a pace that feels comfortable. My role is to create a safe, supportive space and provide the tools and guidance that help you make meaningful progress toward the life you want. My focus Do you feel weighed down by anxiety, past trauma, or overwhelming emotions? I work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, as well as those wanting to build self-confidence and healthier relationships. Whether you’re seeking tools to manage daily stress, healing from painful experiences, or working toward personal goals, I’ll walk alongside you to create a growth plan that feels supportive, practical, and achievable. My communication style My communication style is warm, collaborative, and supportive. I listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and provide gentle feedback with practical tools you can use outside of sessions.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Mood Swings
Postpartum Depression
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Pittsburgh, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1124613476

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Amanda Irwin-Rugg speaks English.

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