Andi Yates

With an affirming and compassionate approach, Amanda Gibson specializes in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and families as they navigate identity, relationships, and life transitions. As a Licensed Independent Social Worker, Amanda provides trauma-informed care that honors each person’s unique story. Her clinical focus includes anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, life adjustments, and identity development. Amanda’s style is collaborative, flexible, and strengths-based, ensuring clients feel safe, seen, and empowered in therapy. She draws from a range of evidence-based modalities to meet clients where they are, fostering resilience, authenticity, and self-acceptance. Clients value her warm presence, practical support, and commitment to inclusivity. LGBTQ+ affirming and sex-positive, Amanda provides judgment-free therapy for individuals and non-traditional relationships, including polyamory- and kink-aware care. Amanda earned her Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University and has extensive experience working with diverse communities across the lifespan. She provides services via telehealth throughout the state of Ohio.