Hi! I’m Amanda Sapale, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and sex therapist in-training. Like many others I’ve spoken with, an inadequate sex education left a younger me feeling confused and ashamed. I know what it’s like to not know who you are or to be told that what you want is ‘wrong.’ I do this work to help others in similar situations safely explore their identity and desires, build healthy relationships with themselves and others, heal the wounds that have prevented them from living freely, and find greater sexual satisfaction in their lives.
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How I can help you
You are not broken or damaged because you are queer, or trans, or kinky, or maybe think monogamy isn’t the right fit for you. It’s also okay to explore the possibilities if you aren’t sure what is right for you. Our entire lives are a journey of growing, changing, and becoming. It can be downright terrifying to take that first exploratory step outside what we’ve been taught we “should” want. The most rewarding part of my job is walking side-by-side with you as you take those exploratory steps and navigating the speed bumps between where you are now and the life you dream of.
Typical first meeting
I don't believe that one therapeutic approach is going to be the right fit for every client. I like to combine aspects of different therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and somatic (body-focused) work. I also like to incorporate Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when appropriate. While EMDR was developed for the treatment of PTSD, it has been shown to be quite effective in treating anxiety, persistent negative beliefs about the self, and much more. As we get to know each other, I'll craft a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals, and we can change it as needed.
What I specialize in
I joined Respark Group to be part of a team of sexual wellness professionals, at the front of the field. Being surrounded by such an accomplished group of my peers ensures I’m continually being exposed to new ideas and when I don’t have the answers (I’m human too!) I have access to expert knowledge right at my fingertips.
Issues I have expertise in
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Licenses
License type: LCSW
States practicing: Colorado
