Amanda Schafer, LMHC, Penfield, NY

About Amanda Schafer

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Existential Anxiety

Therapy

Anxiety

Mood Swings

Women's Mental Health Issues

Childhood Trauma

Self Esteem Issues

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

EMDR

Trauma Focused

Gottman Method

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Amanda Schafer

You look like you have it all together. Inside, your mind won’t slow down. You replay conversations, check with someone before every decision, and say yes when you wanted to say no. And somehow you still feel like you should be doing more What you want is simpler than a perfect plan. You want to make a choice and trust it. To say what you think without rehearsing it for an hour. To feel like enough, even on the days you didn’t get everything done. I work with teens and adults navigating perfectionism and burn out. My clients often overthink, have troubles making decisions, and feel like they can always be doing more. Therapy with me feels like a breath of fresh air. I’m warm and direct, and I get it. You can skip the polished version of your story. Things tend to feel lighter once someone understands what you’ve been carrying. I work with each client to understand what is happening beneath the surface while developing practical tools to navigate everyday life. You are the expert on your own life. Therapy helps bridge the gap between what you want and what you’re doing to get there. It offers a space to better understand yourself, explore patterns, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change—so you can move toward a life that feels more aligned with who you are and what matters most to you. You are not alone.

In-network insurances

More information on payments and coverage

Currently Private Pay only. Superbills available upon request.

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office location

Amanda Schafer, LMHC also offers online video visits for patients

Lighthouse Mental Health Counseling

2130 Five Mile Line Rd, Penfield, NY 14526

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Education and background

Practice names

Lighthouse Mental Health Counseling

Education and training

St. John Fisher University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1275438707

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Amanda Schafer?

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Is Amanda Schafer accepting new patients?

Amanda Schafer generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Amanda Schafer's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Amanda Schafer accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Amanda Schafer online?

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What practice does Amanda Schafer work with?

Amanda Schafer works with Lighthouse Mental Health Counseling.

Where is Amanda Schafer's office located?

Amanda Schafer has 2 office locations, including in Penfield and Smyrna, view full addresses on Amanda Schafer's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Amanda Schafer?

Amanda Schafer frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Amanda Schafer on their profile.