LICENSED THERAPIST

Hi, I’m Amanda Dieckgrafe, a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner based in Lincoln, Nebraska. I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Divine Mercy University (Washington, D.C. metro), and I’ve been practicing at Nebraska Mental Health Centers since 2021. 

Before becoming a therapist, I spent eight years teaching elementary and middle school art and music. That experience continues to shape how I connect with children, adolescents, families, and adults—whether through creativity, conversation, or quiet reflection, I aim to meet each client exactly where they are. 

My approach is integrative and rooted in a humanistic, client-centered philosophy. I believe every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and deeper connection—within themselves and in their relationships. I draw from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care, tailoring each treatment to fit the client’s unique needs. I’m trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and hold a Trauma Level 2 Certification, with clinical experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, and relational challenges. 

For those who seek a faith-integrated approach, I also offer the option to incorporate spiritual perspectives into the therapeutic process.

My journey into this work began with my own. The transformative experience of being seen, heard, and understood in therapy inspired me to create that same space for others. I’m especially passionate about working with individuals and couples who are seeking to grow in self-awareness, confidence, and emotional clarity—people who long for more meaningful, fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. 

Above all, I value authenticity, empathy, curiosity, and honesty. I show up as a real person in the room—and I invite you to do the same. My hope is that our work together leaves you not only with practical tools but with a deeper sense of who you are: more grounded, more connected, and more attuned to what is true, good, and beautiful in your life.