Amanda Ferguson, MSW, LCSW

About Me

Hi! I'm Amanda, a licensed clinical social worker and preteen and teen therapist in Indianapolis. I would describe myself as passionate, optimistic, and caring, and I love finding humor wherever I can. My friends and family would probably also tell you that I have a sarcastic sense of humor and am always ready to help when someone needs me!

Outside of work, I love reading, time with close friends and family, making jewelry, getting outside for a walk, weekend getaways, and catching up on my favorite shows. I'm a big fan of sour candy, pretty much anything made from a potato, and coffee drinks that are probably more sugar and cold foam than actual coffee! A fun fact about me is that I used to own a chameleon, and I would love to adopt a dog someday.

My Specialties

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Trauma & Stress

trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

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ADHD

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Anxiety

and related disorders including ERP for OCD

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Family Issues

including attachment, divorce and other life transitions

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Self Esteem & Confidence

A 'Lil Bit More Info

AGES SEEN

I see children ages 6 and up and especially enjoy helping preteens and teens who are overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with confidence, or having a hard time at home or school.

Your child may have trouble putting feelings into words, pull away when you try to help, or feel stuck despite their best efforts. I work at their pace to build a comfortable relationship where they can open up and practice skills that support everyday life.

I support young people experiencing depression, ADHD, and challenges related to attachment, divorce, and other life transitions. I am also trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to help children and teens work through the effects of trauma.

PHILOSOPHY

“Be curious, not critical” guides my work with children and families. When your child’s reactions are confusing or conversations keep ending in frustration, curiosity helps us understand what’s happening and find a way forward. I create space for your child to explore difficult feelings without worrying about getting everything right.

I draw from CBT, DBT, and Internal Family Systems, adapting sessions to your child’s needs, strengths, and interests. Art and visual tools can help ideas click, while gentle challenges paired with encouragement help clients practice new skills. My goal is to help your child feel more confident and better equipped to handle everyday challenges.

I also believe caregivers deserve support and practical guidance. Through individual and family sessions, we explore where communication gets stuck and how each person feels heard and understood. Together, we work on ways to navigate disagreements and strengthen your connection, helping your family use what’s learned in therapy at home.

Education & Experience

Amanda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Psychological Science and her Master of Social Work from Ball State University, along with minors in Psychology of Human Development, Interpersonal Relations, and Sociology.

She has completed additional trainings in Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), LGBTQ+ topics, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), which she especially enjoys using to encourage curiosity and compassion toward different parts of ourselves.

Masters of Social Work

from Ball State University

Bachelor of Science in Psychological Science