Amanda Shrekenhamer

I often find that when one hits a crossroad in their life, it can sometimes bring stress, but also has the capacity to create growth and resilience. I take a warm, engaging, and persistent approach with clients as we explore how to make sense of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that may be undermining your happiness and productivity.

I have had the privilege of helping individuals make meaningful change in their lives for over a decade. My approach is highly collaborative, and individualized to the needs of my client. I enjoy working with individuals of all backgrounds, and have extensive experience working with international populations.

Being a student in higher education can come with its own unique set of challenges, and opportunities for growth. Counseling students at Johns Hopkins University for over the better part of a decade has given me a unique view into ways to help students negotiate difficulties and be successful at school. Here are some of the areas for which students often seek my assistance:

-Procrastination/time management
-Study skill strategies/building an optimal study schedule
-Imposter syndrome
-Bullying/harassment/discrimination
-Challenges with peers and/or faculty
-Adjusting to living away from home or in a new area
-Managing changes at school due to Covid-19
-Leaving or returning to school because of medical or mental health concerns