Amanda Halbert

My Background and Approach

I work with couples and individuals using a rich blend of evidence-based approaches tailored to each person's unique needs. With couples, I draw on Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method to help partners break painful cycles, deepen emotional connection, and build lasting intimacy. For individuals, I use Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to support personal growth, emotional regulation, and meaningful change. I also offer clinical hypnosis as a powerful complement to talk therapy for those who are curious about it. My approach is collaborative and compassionate — I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you, offering tools, insight, and a safe space to explore what's getting in the way of the life you want. Whether you're navigating relationship struggles, personal challenges, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every person, and that all individuals deserve equal rights, respect, and opportunities. My commitment to social justice shapes the way I show up in the therapy room—I strive to create a safe and inclusive space where diverse identities and experiences are honored. I also believe deeply in the power of relationships: they are where we find healing, belonging, and the courage to grow. When we invest in connection—with ourselves and with others—we create the foundation for resilience, intimacy, and positive change, both in our personal lives and in the world around us.