About Me

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Hi, I’m Amanda Kenney, LCSW (she/her) – therapist, trauma professional, and fellow human also navigating the complexities of life. My work is centered on liberation, empowerment, and authentic connection.

I’ve been working in mental health since 2019, beginning my career in community-based care and transitioning to private practice in 2023. Now, I’m excited to offer therapy and clinical supervision through Moonrise Pathways, my own practice rooted in warmth, integrity, authenticity, ethics, and a collaborative spirit.

My Education, Credentials, and Training

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina

  • Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from NC State University

  • Bachelor’s in Human Development from SUNY Oswego

  • NASW Certified Social Work Clinical Supervisor

  • EMDRIA Approved EMDR Trained Clinician

  • Integrative Training Focus: includes training in modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic approaches.

My foundation as a social worker means I bring a deeply relational, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive lens to therapy. I recognize how identity, culture, and systems of power shape our lived experiences. I’m committed to honoring your inherent worth and full, authentic self.

I’m dedicated to lifelong learning and growth, ensuring my practice is rooted in current research and active accountability. This allows me to provide you with the highest quality of care while recognizing the impacts of power and privilege both in and out of the therapeutic space.

My approach is collaborative, curious, and responsive. I believe in meeting you where you are – not imposing a fixed method or path. I weave together cognitive, behavioral, and somatic modalities, making space for what’s unique and meaningful to you. I value transparency and trust-building, aiming to create a space that supports your autonomy and growth at every step.

Outside of therapy, I enjoy reading, running, bowling, cheering on my sports teams, and spending time with my dog, Lucy Lu. I believe our personal lives inform how we show up, and it’s important to me to practice the balance, connection, and self-compassion I encourage my clients to explore.

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