Amanda Steed, LCSW-S | EMDR, IFS & OCD Therapist in Dallas, TX
Hi, I’m Amanda Steed
I’m the founder of Unfolding Collective, and I’m so glad you’re here. I specialize in evidence-based therapies that support deep, transformational healing—helping you understand what’s happening inside you, make sense of patterns that feel stuck, and move toward more clarity, steadiness, and connection. My work integrates EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), I-CBT (Inference-Based CBT for OCD), and IFIO (Intimacy From the Inside Out) for couples, always tailored to your goals and paced with care.
We May Be a Good Fit If…
It’s common to face seasons that throw you off balance or skew how you see yourself and the world. I work best with adults (21+) and couples who are ready to move beyond just managing symptoms and are looking for deep, lasting change. You may be a fit for my approach if:
Your "internal loops" are exhausting: Whether it’s OCD doubt, ADHD overwhelm, or anxiety that won't quiet down, you feel like you're working twice as hard just to stay regulated.
You are navigating a Liminal Space: You’re in the midst of spiritual deconstruction, existential wandering, or a major life transition and need a safe, non-judgmental place to land.
The past is showing up in your present: You’ve realized that childhood experiences or relational trauma are still dictating how you set boundaries, how you parent, or how you view your worth.
Your relationship feels like "Survival Mode": You’re a couple navigating the intense pressure of the early years of marriage or parenting, and you want to move back into connection and intimacy.
You’re high-functioning (maybe over-functioning if you’re honest) but depleted: On the outside, you have it all together, but internally you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns you can’t quite change on your own.
You like direct and honest feedback: You want a therapist who won’t avoid saying the hard thing in order to keep you comfortable, and you’re ready to confront the long standing patterns that have kept you stuck.
Areas of Specialization
While I work with a variety of concerns, I have extensive experience and advanced training in:
OCD & Anxiety: Breaking doubt loops and navigating panic disorders using I-CBT and evidence-based tools.
Complex Trauma & C-PTSD: Healing relational trauma, adult survivors of chaotic upbringings, and childhood wounds.
Spiritual Deconstruction: Supporting those in "liminal spaces," existential wandering, or recovering from spiritual abuse.
Couples in the "Middle Years": Navigating the unique pressures of early parenting, marriage transitions, and intimacy.
Neurodivergence: Support for ADHD and navigating life as a high-functioning but overwhelmed adult.
Codependency & Boundaries: Reclaiming agency and building healthier patterns in relationships.
Investment
My work is structured around an extended session model — rather than traditional weekly 50-minute sessions, all of my appointments are offered in extended blocks:
100-minute sessions, held biweekly — $350
200-minute sessions, held monthly — $700
This structure isn't arbitrary. For the deep, transformational work of EMDR and IFS, the traditional 50-minute hour often cuts the process short just as it's gaining momentum. Longer, more spacious sessions give your nervous system the time it needs to fully process and integrate — and in my experience, clients reach their goals in fewer total months as a result.
Unfolding Collective is a private-pay practice. We do not accept insurance of any kind and do not provide superbills — a stance rooted in our commitment to non-pathologizing, private, client-directed care. We accept all major credit cards and HSA/FSA cards, and every client receives a Good Faith Estimate in accordance with the No Surprises Act.
My Approach
I believe all behavior makes sense within context. Whether you are navigating individual healing or relational hurdles, I hold a person-in-environment perspective—recognizing that we are shaped by our relationships, our early experiences, and the systemic forces around us.
My work is deeply rooted in Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB). This means we look at the powerful intersection of the mind, the brain, and our relationships to understand how you’ve been wired by your past and how we can intentionally rewire your brain for a more resilient future.
To facilitate this deep, transformational work, I integrate several evidence-based modalities:
Internal Family Systems (IFS): We’ll get to know the different "parts" of you—the protectors and the ones carrying old wounds—to help you lead from a place of "Self" clarity rather than reactivity.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): We leverage the brain’s natural healing ability to process painful memories so they no longer carry the same weight in your daily life.
I-CBT (Inference-Based CBT): For those navigating OCD, we break the "doubt loops" by shifting how you process information and helping you lean back into your actual senses.
IFIO (Intimacy From the Inside Out): For couples, I use this IFS-based lens to help you move from survival-mode conflict into deep, secure, and compassionate connection.
Rooted in liberatory-psychology principles, my approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. I love providing the resources and tools that empower you to show up differently in your own life. Healing isn't something I give you; it’s something we uncover together.
Education, Licensure, & Credentials
A commitment to clinical excellence and ongoing specialized study.
BA from TWU in Sociology
MSW from UTA, Specialization in Direct Practice with Children & Families
LCSW-S in TX and CO; LICSW in WA
Enneagram Certified
Advanced Training
Level Two IFS in IFIO (IFS for Couples)
Advanced Training in Treating Complex Trauma with Internal Family Systems Therapy
Advanced Training in EMDR + IFS Protocol with Dr. Kendhal Har t
Advanced Training in Integrating IFS and ERP for Treatment of OCD
Inference-Based CBT for OCD
Interpersonal Neurobiology Certification through Dan Siegel’s Mindsight Institute
SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) Training