Amanda Young
Saint John
Summary
Compassionate therapist with over five years of experience delivering effective counseling services both in-person and virtually to individuals, couples, and families. Expertise in treating clients facing challenges such as addiction, borderline personality disorder, and the aftermath of sexual abuse. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes healing and personal growth. Proven ability to tailor therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring a holistic and empathetic treatment experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Therapist
Amanda Young Counselling Services
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
- Completed assessments and planned customized treatments, applying wide range of resources.
- Planned and organized individual, family and group therapy for patients ranging in ages and issues.
- Assisted clients in improving self-esteem, communication and coping skills.
- Provided cognitive processing therapy (CPT) to help manage PTSD symptoms.
Clinical Therapist
Laura Gatien & Associates
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Caseload of 100+ clients and average 20+ client hours a week.
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive progress reports for review by various parties.
- Performed research on effectiveness of interventions and proposed changes to intervention structures based on evaluation outcomes.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
Counselling Intern
Gentle Path Services
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed 201 hours of direct client counselling sessions under the supervision of Chris Wanamaker.
- Researched patient cases to understand issues and provide current needs assessment.
- Complied with federal and corporate guidelines to safeguard continuous level of patient confidentiality.
- Updated client data and information from counselling sessions.
- Managed treatment processes and maintained progress notes and related documentation.
- Used techniques and counselling microskills to help clients identify personal feelings, emotions, and behaviours.
- Collected information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests.
- Implemented play therapy when working with children and pre-teens.
Education
Master of Counselling - Counselling Psychology
Athabasca University
Calgary, AB04.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Saint John New Brunswick
Saint John, NB05-2017
Skills
- Clinical documentation management
- Establish connections
- Assessment of client progress
- Patient-centered treatment design
- Trauma-informed approach
- Public advocacy
- Mental health assistance
- Risk assessment capabilities
- Conflict resolution strategies
Accomplishments
- Became fully Licensed Counselling Therapist as of November 11, 2025
- Completed online training course for cognitive processing therapy on October 3, 2024
Certification
- BMS Canada Risk Services Ltd. $3,000,000 Liability Insurance August 18, 2025 to June 1, 2026
- Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association Professional Member Since May 2021
Timeline
Clinical Therapist
Amanda Young Counselling Services
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Therapist
Laura Gatien & Associates
11.2021 - 08.2023
Counselling Intern
Gentle Path Services
09.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Counselling - Counselling Psychology
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Saint John New Brunswick