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NJ Psychologist 35SI00725300

Dr. Amanda Layman, NJ Psychologist 35SI00725300

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationNew Jersey
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Family
  • Therapy approachesAttachment-Based Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Amanda

Dr. Amanda Layman is a licensed psychologist in New Jersey who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, and life transitions.

Background and approach

She draws on six years of clinical experience to help clients strengthen self-understanding, improve communication, and manage emotions such as anger or low self-esteem. Her practice addresses a broad range of issues that also include career pressures, coping with separation or divorce, financial stress, and trauma-related symptoms.

Her style blends empathic listening with practical, evidence-based techniques. Dr.

Layman integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to tailor work to each person’s needs, focusing on building resilience, healthier patterns, and clearer perspectives. She aims to create an affirming space where clients can explore identity and interpersonal patterns while developing skills for everyday challenges.

Dr. Layman is credentialed as NJ Psychologist 35SI00725300 and offers care from her New Jersey practice with services conducted in English.

Approach-driven Online Therapy and Flexible Formats

Dr. Amanda Layman uses a combination of Attachment-Based Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating and how early connection experiences shape current relationships, which can be helpful for family, communication, and intimacy concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and manage mood and anger more effectively.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and presenting concerns. Sessions often blend supportive, client-centered listening with targeted techniques so plans evolve as progress is made.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and needs. These options allow people to access licensed professionals from their own location while maintaining continuity of care during busy or transitional periods. The range of formats supports varied communication styles and makes it easier to sustain therapeutic work over time.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, ADHD, sleep problems, family and parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes among other concerns.
What is her overall therapeutic approach and style?
Her style combines empathic, client-centered listening with evidence-informed techniques to help clients build insight, improve communication, and develop practical coping skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of experience working as a psychologist in clinical settings and independent practice environments.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is credentialed as NJ Psychologist 35SI00725300 and practices in New Jersey.
In which language does she provide therapy and can she see international clients?
Therapy is offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for online work?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference and availability.
How are costs and payment structured?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSleeping disordersADHD

Also works with

LGBTParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

New Jersey

Languages

English