Amanda Freeman, PhD
Psychologist in Encinitas & Online Across California
I provide thoughtful psychotherapy for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and women’s mental health. My work is relational, trauma-informed, and paced to help you understand the patterns beneath the symptoms, so change is meaningful and lasting. Sessions are available in Encinitas (North County San Diego) and via secure telehealth throughout California.
Consultations available
At a Glance
Provider: Amanda Freeman, PhD
Clients: Adults
Focus: Anxiety, trauma, relationships, women’s mental health
Location: Encinitas, CA
Telehealth: California statewide
Payment: Private pay
Amanda Freeman, PhD | Licensed Clinical Psychologist
How I Practice Psychotherapy
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own. My approach prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel safe enough to be honest and supported enough to explore what’s difficult.
I practice psychotherapy with attention to your emotional life, relationships, and nervous system. Rather than focusing only on symptom relief, we look at the underlying patterns shaped by past experiences, attachment, stress, and trauma. These patterns often made sense at one point, even if they’re now getting in the way.
Therapy with me is thoughtful and paced. We work to build insight, emotional regulation, and self-trust while respecting your capacity and avoiding overwhelm. The goal isn’t to “fix” you, but to help you feel more grounded, connected, and able to move through life with clarity and agency.
Who This Work Is For
I often work with adults who appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected internally. Many have tried to push through or manage on their own and are now looking for deeper, more meaningful change.
Therapy may be a fit if you’re experiencing:
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persistent anxiety, overthinking, or panic
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trauma or complex trauma (including subtle or relational trauma)
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burnout, life transitions, or identity shifts
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repeating relationship patterns
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fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, or other reproductive mental health concerns
Areas of Focus
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Anxiety and chronic stress
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Trauma and complex trauma
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Life transitions and burnout
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Relationships and boundaries
About Amanda Freeman, PhD
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY25778) providing psychotherapy for adults in Encinitas and across California via telehealth. Over the course of my career, I’ve worked internationally, on the East Coast, and in San Diego. I value the depth and individualization that private practice allows.
My work is relational and trauma-informed, with specialized experience in women’s mental health, perinatal and reproductive mental health, and EMDR-informed trauma treatment. I prioritize thoughtful pacing, emotional safety, and a therapeutic relationship that supports real growth.
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PMH-C (Perinatal Mental Health Certification), Postpartum Support International
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Former Training Chair, Postpartum Health Alliance
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Fertility Counseling Postgraduate Course (FCPC)
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Member, EMDR International Association
What Therapy With Me Is Like
Therapy is a professional relationship, and also a deeply human one. Sessions are collaborative, emotionally attuned, and focused on helping you understand yourself more fully.
We’ll clarify what brings you in, identify patterns, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels manageable. You can expect therapy that is supportive without being vague, insight-driven and practical, and focused on long-term growth rather than quick fixes.
Location and Telehealth
I offer in-person therapy in Encinitas (North County San Diego) and online therapy for adults located anywhere in California.
Session Rate: $275
You can find more details about fees and common questions on the Fees and FAQ pages.
When you’re ready, I’m here to help you navigate this season of life.