Which Therapist Is the Best Fit for You? Amanda or Michael?

Choosing a therapist is personal. You deserve a space where you feel safe, affirmed, and supported—and the person you choose matters. Both therapists at Living Story Therapy, PLLC provide LGBTQIA+ affirming care, and we each bring unique strengths to the work.

Here’s a clear guide to help you determine who may be the best fit for your needs.

Amanda: Warm, Bold Support for Identity, Relationships & Behaviors

Amanda Earle, LAC, LPC, LMHC

Specialties Include:

• Consensual non-monogamy and polyamory support – Helping individuals navigate open relationships, set healthy boundaries, and improve communication with partners.

  
  

• Kink-knowledgeable care – Support for those curious about kink or actively engaging in 24/7 dynamics or play, with a focus on safety, consent, and personal growth.

  
  

• LGBTQIA+ identity exploration and visibility – Providing a safe, affirming space to explore and express your authentic self.

• Gender-affirming support and letters – Guidance through pre- and post-therapy stages, including assistance with letters for surgeries or other affirming care.

  
  

• Addiction support – A collaborative, shame-free approach rooted in Harm Reduction principles to address substance use or behavioral addictions. 

Style: Warm, collaborative, and gently forthright for helping you name truths you’ve held quietly and explore identity, relationships, and personal growth safely.

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Michael: Calm, Grounded Guidance Through Life & Career Challenges

Michael Zwizanski, LMFT

Specialties Include:

• Life transitions and major changes – Guidance through career shifts, relocations, relationship changes, or other significant life events.

  
  

• Support for entrepreneurs and high-pressure careers – Assistance with balancing work and personal life, reducing stress, and maintaining wellbeing under pressure.

  
  

• Generalized anxiety and ADHD – Support for managing persistent stress, overwhelm, and distractability with practical strategies and emotional validation.

  
  

• LGBTQIA+ affirming support – Providing a safe, inclusive space to explore identity, express yourself, and feel fully validated.

  
  

• Emotional grounding and nervous system regulation – Helping clients manage stress, burnout, and tension while building resilience and calm.

Style: Calm, patient, and stabilizing in ways that are ideal for clients who want to feel more regulated, centered, and resilient in the face of life’s challenges.

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Not Sure Which Therapist is Right for You?

You get to choose

Need warm boldness, identity exploration, or relationship guidance? → Amanda

Need grounding, stability, or support managing stress, anxiety, or burnout? → Michael

Curious about kink or exploring CNM/polyamory? → Amanda

Navigating life transitions or high-pressure careers? → Michael

Trust your instincts. Your comfort and connection are part of the therapeutic process.

You Don’t Have to Decide Alone

We’re happy to talk with you in a consultation call to help clarify what type of support feels right. Our goal is to help you find the best fit for your growth, wellbeing, and journey. 

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just support.

Schedule Your Free Initial Phone Consultation Today