Amanda Cotton

Something deep in me believes we were made for connection — to feel truly seen, known, and loved by the people around us. When that doesn't happen, it can shape the way we attach to others and to ourselves, often leaving us carrying negative beliefs we don't even realize are quietly running our lives. I want you to know that your past doesn't define you, but it may explain a great deal of what you're experiencing right now. With an attachment-based framework and a trauma-informed approach, I hold genuine hope for every person who walks through this process looking to find real abundance on the other side. Treating trauma is something I've been specifically trained to do, and I use EMDR as a core part of that work. I also draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing — though I always let you take the lead. You guide your own treatment, you set your own goals, and I walk alongside you. That collaborative rhythm is something I care about deeply. My faith is not something I leave at the door. I'm a follower of Jesus, and honestly, that relationship shapes the way I see people, pain, and the possibility of healing. When someone is open to it, weaving faith into the counseling space can be truly transformative — not as something imposed, but as something explored together. Reaching out for support takes courage, and I mean that sincerely — it is strength, not weakness. This work is more than a profession to me; it's a calling, a ministry. If you feel stuck, heavy, or like you can't quite find your way forward, I want you to know that peace and healing are genuinely possible. Give me a call — I'd love to be part of your journey toward wholeness. Specialties: I love to integrate biblical truth with clinical skills in sessions, believing deeply that Jesus can bring the ultimate healing. At the same time, I recognize that broken relationships with sinful people can profoundly shape and distort our view of God. I specialize in helping you break the cycle of painful thought patterns so you can live free and confident in Christ. Experienced with the intersection of faith, trauma, and relational wounds, I focus on how attachment injuries and spiritual hurt are often deeply connected. I am also experienced with EMDR, which I integrate into sessions with a particular focus on trauma, faith, and attachment wounds, offering a pathway toward healing that honors both clinical best practices and the redemptive work of Christ. Credentials & Experience: Licensed in Alabama and providing telehealth services across the state, I bring certified EMDR training to my trauma-informed practice. My certification equips me to deliver evidence-based care for those who have experienced trauma, while my experience working with individuals across the lifespan means I am prepared to meet clients wherever they are in life's journey.

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