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meet the team

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Samantha Jones, LCSW

Therapist

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Diallo Smith, BS

LMFT Intern

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Yasmeen Ojwang

Therapist

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Kenya Burton, LCSW-A

Therapist

Amanda Mbata-Graham, LCSW

Practice Owner & Therapist

Amanda is a true visionary, a multitalented individual who wears many hats - she's an author, a creative force, a public speaker, an educator, and, above all, a therapist. Her passion for helping others led her to establish Living Waters Counseling and Wellness Center, a safe haven for psychological, emotional, and spiritual restoration.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Amanda is a wife, a loving dog mom, a food enthusiast, and cherishes the time she spends with her cherished family and friends.

What truly drives Amanda is her commitment to working with individuals who are navigating unhealthy attachments, facing relationship concerns, and battling overwhelming anxiety and fear. She genuinely believes that there is hope for everyone, and that they can conquer their challenges because she, too, has overcome her own obstacles.

Formally trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Amanda believes that the quality of our relationships is deeply intertwined with the quality of our individual lives. She empowers others to understand how their thoughts, values, and unresolved issues of rejection and abandonment affect every aspect of their lives.

Amanda's expertise shines in areas such as marital and couples counseling, anxiety disorders, family trauma, premarital guidance, attachment issues, Christian counseling, life transitions, and fostering self-worth. While her approach is rooted in attachment work, emotionally focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy, she remains flexible and will meet you exactly where you are.

In addition to counseling, Amanda also offers coaching, conducts workshops, delivers captivating speaking engagements, and provides field supervision to MSW students.

So, if you're seeking a compassionate and skilled guide to navigate life's challenges, Amanda is here for you. Whether you're in need of counseling, coaching, or seeking to enhance your skills in the field, she's ready to walk alongside you on your journey of growth and transformation. With Amanda's support, you'll discover the strength to overcome and find hope in the face of any adversity.

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Now accepting clients in person and virtually.

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