About Me
I’m Amanda Kalmutz, a licensed psychologist seeing clients in Maine. I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, authentic, and grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship. My approach is warm, engaged, and thoughtful, while also offering insight, guidance, and practical support when helpful.
I draw from psychodynamic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic approaches, and other experiential modalities to help clients better understand themselves, process emotions more effectively, and create meaningful change. I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, supported, and able to explore their experiences without judgment.
Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time outdoors, experimenting in the kitchen, getting lost in a great book or series, and being with the people and pets I love.
Specialties
I have extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced complex or relational trauma or who struggle with some aspect of their identities. Many of the people I work with are navigating perfectionism, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling disconnected from themselves. I also specialize in supporting adoptees and members of the adoptive constellation as they navigate attachment, identity, and the unique emotional complexities of adoption.
Training
I earned my doctorate in clinical psychology from Adelphi University and a master’s degree in child development from University College London. My clinical experience spans outpatient, hospital, and intensive care settings, including positions at North Central Bronx Hospital, Montefiore Hospital, and the William Alanson White Institute. I completed my postdoctoral training at Psychology Specialists of Maine, where I deepened my work in trauma-informed care, psychodynamic therapy, and experiential therapies such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
