Amanda Woolston, LCSW, CCPT, CT

Growing up, I was an anxious, neurodivergent kid who didn’t quite fit in and lacked access to therapy or support at school. After high school, I dove into psychology courses, gaining profound self-understanding and compassion as I explored the science of thoughts, feelings, and behavior. These classes empowered me to make sense of my experiences and ignited my passion for continuous learning. I switched my major to social work, became actively involved in the adoption community, and reunited with my biological family. I embraced my identity as pansexual and non-binary, became a proud parent to two neurodivergent children, started a blog, and advocated for public policy. I published several books and began teaching psychology, sociology, and social work at various colleges. Ultimately, I opened two private practices. Through my journey, I want everyone to know: it’s absolutely possible to feel better, and you can even enjoy life during times when feeling better is a work in progress.