About AMANDA LEVY, OTD, OTR/L
I was born and raised in Los Angeles to an Israeli father and American mother who separated shortly after my birth. Growing up in a fractured environment and family has given me an appreciation for the importance of wholeness, belonging, mental health, and community. My life’s passion is holistic healthcare.
EXPERTISE
Trauma-Informed Care, Mindfulness, EMDR, Occupational-Life Balance
CREDENTIALS
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (USC Chan Division of Occupational Therapy), Bachelor of Arts in psychology (USC Dornsife School of Letters, Arts, & Sciences)
TRAINING INSTITUTIONS
Inpatient Mental Health Residency at Kedren Community Health Center EMDRIA (EMDR certification), My Vinyasa Practice (mindfulness and yoga training)
WHY DID I CHOOSE THE FIELD OF MENTAL HEALTH?
Mental health has been my life-long passion since I took my first psychology course in high school. I believe that mental health care is a basic human right, and I couldn’t imagine myself doing anything different!
SOMETHING INTERESTING ABOUT ME
I have two French bulldogs, Sonny and Cowboy, that are the loves of my life!
WHAT MADE ME WANT TO JOIN THE HOPE TEAM AND PRACTICE IN THIS MODEL?
The integrative approach at HOPE, the depth of knowledge and warmth of my fellow providers made the decision for me to come aboard extremely easy. HOPE is the type of practice I would refer my friends and family to.