Amanda Ruiz MS LPC

My specialty is helping perfectionistic clients to lessen their anxiety, and working with those with high achievers such as entrepreneurs and business owners to maximize their accomplishments. I also work with military members and first responders. I encourage clients to take responsibility for their life choices and make positive changes.  I value integrity, confidentiality, positivity, trust, support, and respect in the therapeutic environment.  I have daytime availability most days of the week.  I see clients in person at our East Petersburg location, and also offer online therapy.

I earned my M.S. in Clinical Psychology from Millersville University, and am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania.  I have more than 15 years experience in outpatient mental health therapy, with extensive knowledge of supervisory and administrative aspects of private practice.  I am a successful entrepreneur, having founded The Counseling Collective more than 6 years ago, and I know what it means to take a business from an idea to reality and the stress that comes with that.  I am a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner, and use this type of therapy when appropriate. I also offer business consulting sessions at a self pay rate.

I am rooted in Lancaster County, PA, as I was born and raised here, and received my master’s level training here.  I am the mother of elementary aged children, and served an adjunct professor at HACC for over 7 years. I love this community and am happy to partner with you!