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Hi, I am Dr. Amanda Haight, a licensed clinical psychologist providing therapy via telehealth to individual adults (18 and over) in Nebraska and Wyoming. I see therapy as a tool to help you improve your quality of life. Life is a journey, and my job is to help you make forward progress when you get stuck.
My approach
Therapy is a collaborative journey and we will be traveling together, with you driving and me navigating. I use evidence-based treatments as the road map, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, written exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy.
My focus
I treat a variety of issues and conditions including depression, anxiety, stress, grief, adjustment difficulties, trauma, relationship problems, and sleep impairment.
My communication style
I am calm, approachable, and understanding. There are times when I will push you, because avoidance is a common problem that impedes our ability to live our best life. I will also assign you homework or “experiments” to engage you outside of the therapy session, since that helps you progress more quickly in treatment and reach your goals.
My journey to mental healthcare
I earned my bachelor’s in psychology years ago and went back to school for my doctorate in psychology after a break from the field. I missed working with individuals, listening to their stories, and helping them live their best life. I have been licensed for 8 years now, but I am also a dedicated life-long learner, and I continue to challenge myself by learning new treatment techniques. One of the questions that new clients often wonder is whether I use the techniques and skills myself, and the answer is yes! Each of us has our own journey, and we all get stuck from time to time.
My goals for you
Goals are a really important component of therapy. We will work on these together to make sure that your goals are really tied to you living your best life.
My first session with you
During our first session, I am going to ask you a lot of questions. I need to understand your reasons for seeking treatment now, and what your environment looks like. I also need to know a bit about your background, because of the influence that childhood factors can have. This information helps inform me on which treatment approach may work best. In our first or second session, we will also discuss treatment options, goals, and the ways in which we will make sure we are on track.
