About Amanda Turecek, LMFT, LAC
Owner and Executive Director at RAFT Counseling:
Transforming Lives, Building Purposeful Futures
Welcome to RAFT Counseling, a woman and Hispanic-owned practice where compassionate support and empowering therapy services await to help you navigate life's challenges and create a meaningful, fulfilling future. Meet Amanda, the passionate owner and therapist behind RAFT Counseling, dedicated to transforming lives and fostering intentional growth.
With Amanda's expertise as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT) and Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), you can expect a warm and professional environment where you'll feel truly heard and understood. Amanda brings a unique perspective and understanding to her work, creating a safe and inclusive space for clients from all walks of life. She is committed to collaborating with you, leveraging evidence-based techniques, and blending your real-life expertise to create lasting change.
Amanda's journey with RAFT Counseling began from her deep-rooted desire to assist others in their healing and personal development. Embracing a strengths-based approach, she values authenticity and transparency, helping clients build a strong foundation for growth. By incorporating techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) into client sessions, Amanda combines practical strategies with transformative processing to maximize your progress towards your goals.
At RAFT Counseling, we believe in providing a safe and inclusive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Whether you prefer in-office sessions or the convenience of online therapy, our experienced counselors ensure that you receive the highest quality of care, tailored to your unique needs.
In addition to her role at RAFT Counseling, Amanda serves as a supervisor for the Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth (SAFY) mobile crisis team, offering extensive crisis support experience across multiple counties in the Denver area including Douglas, Adams, Arapahoe, and Aurora counties. In emergencies, the SAFY mobile crisis team can be reached through the Colorado Crisis Line. As a dedicated advocate for community well-being, Amanda also serves on the board of directors for Teaching Humane Existence (THE). This remarkable nonprofit organization provides community based sex offense specific treatment, offering a therapeutic and safe environment that promotes accountability, supports community safety, and offers clients a space to change and live in wellness.
With Amanda's diverse background in settings such as residential treatment centers, schools, community mental health agencies, and private practice, she has helped individuals, couples, and families navigate various challenges. Whether you seek support for anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, life transitions, relationship difficulties, or other concerns, Amanda's passion lies in empowering you to overcome obstacles and live a purposeful life.Discover the power of change and start building the life you envision with RAFT Counseling, a woman and Hispanic-owned practice. Amanda and her team are ready to collaborate with you, providing effective therapy grounded in research and tailored to your unique needs. Contact us today to schedule your first session and embark on a transformative journey.
At RAFT Counseling, we are also proud to provide an amazing space for therapists to grow and thrive. Through our internship program and comprehensive training opportunities, we create a supportive environment for pre-licensed therapists to develop professionally. We believe in fostering a collaborative and learning-oriented atmosphere, allowing therapists to gain hands-on experience and refine their skills under the guidance of experienced supervisors. By nurturing the next generation of therapists, we ensure that clients receive top-notch care while making a positive impact in the mental health field. If you are a pre-licensed therapist seeking an enriching and educational environment to enhance your clinical practice, we invite you to explore our internship program and training opportunities at RAFT Counseling. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of individuals, couples, and families.
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Amanda specializes exclusively in EMDR therapy for adults aged 21 and above. She is currently not accepting new clients. On RAFT's tiered private pay rate table, Amanda is categorized as a level 3 therapist.
Qualifcations and Credentials
- CO LMFT0001254
- CO LAC0001012
- CO licenses can be verified here
- Year Graduated: 2011
- Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy - PACT Level I Trained (2016)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - EMDR Trained (2018)