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Amanda Jonikaitis-King, licensed professional counselor

Amanda Jonikaitis-King

MEd, LPC, RYT-200

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Staff Psychotherapist

Specialty Areas
    • LGBTQIA+ issues
    • Self-esteem
    • Relationship issues
    • Anxiety
    • Autism
    • ADHD
    • Depression
    • Body image and acceptance
    • Trauma/PTSD

Amanda is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) experienced in working with clients of all ages, from children to adults. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), trauma-sensitive yoga, and Gottman Method Couples Counseling. Amanda specializes in helping people explore their identity, build confidence, and navigate relationships. She has a particular interest and expertise in couples counseling, LGBTQIA+ issues, and neurodiversity, including supporting clients who were diagnosed with Autism later in life. As someone who identifies as queer, she understands the importance of creating a safe and affirming environment where clients from all backgrounds feel seen, supported, and empowered in their healing.

When Amanda is not in therapy sessions, she enjoys long walks with her dog, Rossi, reading or listening to audiobooks, watching game shows or Bravo, baking, and trying new coffee shops.

Amanda is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) experienced in working with clients of all ages, from children to adults. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), trauma-sensitive yoga, and Gottman Method Couples Counseling. Amanda specializes in helping people explore their identity, build confidence, and navigate relationships. She has a particular interest and expertise in couples counseling, LGBTQIA+ issues, and neurodiversity, including supporting clients who were diagnosed with Autism later in life. As someone who identifies as queer, she understands the importance of creating a safe and affirming environment where clients from all backgrounds feel seen, supported, and empowered in their healing.

When Amanda is not in therapy sessions, she enjoys long walks with her dog, Rossi, reading or listening to audiobooks, watching game shows or Bravo, baking, and trying new coffee shops.

Credentials and Experience:

    • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
    • Master’s in Education from DePaul University
    • Gottman Levels 1 & 2 training
    • EMDR Basic Training
    • Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)
    • National Certified Counselor (NCC)
    • ASCA Diversity Specialist
    • Youth Mental Health First Aid

Therapeutic Modalities:

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
    • Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
    • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
    • EMDR
    • Somatic Therapy
    • Gottman Method
    • Feminist
    • Culturally-sensitive

Insurances Accepted:

    • Blue Cross & Blue Shield
    • Aetna
    • Out-of-Network
    • Self-Pay
    • Sliding Scale

Populations:

    • Adults
    • Older Adults
    • Couples
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For me, Embodied Wellness Center was never just about opening a therapy practice. It was about creating something that aligned with what I truly believe in: integrating the mind and body, helping people slow down, reconnect with themselves, and live more intentionally. Ironically, building this practice has been part of my own journey toward finding that same balance and alignment I help my clients work toward. The work we do here is deeply personal, and it’s something I feel incredibly grateful to share with others.
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It doesn’t feel real to say that Embodied Wellness Center turns FIVE years old this month. Where has time gone?! What started as an idea that once felt far off is now something I get to live every day. Five years ago, I was navigating a lot of self-doubt and wondering if I could actually bring my vision to life. I’m so grateful I didn’t listen to the voice that told me to play it safe. . For me, Embodied Wellness Center was never just about opening a therapy practice. It was about creating something that aligned with what I truly believe in: integrating the mind and body, helping people slow down, reconnect with themselves, and live more intentionally. Ironically, building this practice has been part of my own journey toward finding that same balance and alignment I help my clients work toward. The work we do here is deeply personal, and it’s something I feel incredibly grateful to share with others. . EWC has grown in ways I couldn't have possibly imagined five years ago. AND we're only just getting started. I have so many more hopes and dreams for EWC— some that will take time, and some that are currently in the works. Specifically, we will soon be expanding our somatic offerings to help the general public (not just our therapy clients) find more calm, balance, and mindfulness in their daily lives. . To our community: whether you’ve worked with us, followed along on social media, or are just getting to know us, thank you for being here. We truly wouldn’t be here without you. . Here’s to five years, and everything still to come! . . . #smallbusinessgrowth #womenownedbusiness #therapypractice #somatictherapy #mindbodyconnection #holistichealing #healingjourney #communitysupport #entrepreneurlife #purposefulwork #growthandhealing #embodiedwellnesscenter #chicagotherapist #chicago #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #chicagogram #therapist #anxiety #therapistsofinstagram #chicagowellness #holistictherapist #mentalhealththerapist #therapistsofig
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