Amanda Johnson MS, LMFT

Education, Credentials, & Training:
M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy | Auburn University
B.S. in Family & Child Sciences and Psychology | Florida State University

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT001909) GA

Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist (EFCT/EFT)

I have completed advanced training and continue to train in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), a highly effective, evidence-based approach to relationship issues. I have additional training in: Gottman Couples Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Sex Therapy; all of which are evidence-based models.

I have conducted and published research on the forgiveness process in marriage: Jensen, J. F., Rauer, A., & Johnson, A. L. (2021). Better to Forgive or to Forget? Marital Transgressions and Forgiveness in Older Couples. Journal of Social, Behavioral, & Health Sciences. 15 (1) 293-308.

Guest Lecturer at University of Georgia, Human Development and Family Science Dept. on EFT & Intimate Relationships.

A little more about me...

Areas of Expertise:
I work with adults of all ages but specialize in young adults and the sometimes unique stressors that accompany those in their 20s - 40s.

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Couples:
· Communication
· Connection/Intimacy
· Conflict Resolution
· Infidelity
· Relationship Transitions

· Parenthood

· Pre-Marital Counseling

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Approach:

I use a clear and collaborative approach to help navigate your struggles. My clients appreciate my straightforwardness balanced with humor and empathy. I want my clients to feel like there is continuity to our sessions, like you are actually making progress towards your goal inside and outside of session. I tailor my approach to each client to meet your needs and personality (it is a bonus if you love the Enneagram!). 

Outside of Therapy:
In addition to private practice, I am passionate about relationship and mental health education in the community. I have presented psychoeducation to middle school and high school students on topics such as anxiety, depression, social media, and healthy relationships. Additionally, I enjoy leading premarital therapy and education groups.

I enjoy hiking, camping, and traveling with my husband and son. I am a lover of the mountains, lattes, and baking.

Let’s see if we’re a fit! Email me at ajohnson@relatecounseling.com or call 404.618.0601 so we can schedule a free of charge consultation to chat about the process a little more.