Amanda Wheeler Flotlin, LMFT: Therapy & Coaching for Musicians and Creative Professionals

Supporting Creative Professionals in Therapy & Coaching

I’m a Los Angeles-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #153661), and I specialize in working with creatives and individuals in the entertainment industry navigating eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, burnout, imposter syndrome, career transitions, relational challenges, grief, and self-worth.

With over a decade of prior experience in the music and entertainment industry, I understand firsthand the pressures of balancing creativity, performance, and personal well-being. I bring that lived industry perspective into my clinical work, offering therapy that is both evidence-based and deeply attuned to the realities of creative careers.

My Approach to Therapy

With experience at a Partial Hospitalization/Intensive Outpatient (PHP/IOP) eating disorder treatment facility, I take a holistic and integrative approach to care. I collaborate with dietitians, psychiatrists, and medical doctors when appropriate to ensure comprehensive support.

My work is grounded in HAES (Health at Every Size) and Intuitive Eating principles, helping you develop a more compassionate relationship with food and your body while cultivating resilience and self-acceptance.

Evidence-Based & Integrative Modalities

My therapeutic approach blends relational exploration with practical, evidence-based tools. I am trained in:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

• CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

• DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)

• EFIT (Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy)

• Trauma Resiliency Model

I also integrate mindfulness, parts work, and nutrition-focused mental health strategies. Together, we’ll identify patterns, build sustainable coping tools, and create meaningful changes that support both healing and growth.

Therapy & Coaching for Creative Careers

In addition to psychotherapy, I offer coaching for clients navigating career transitions or seeking clarity in their creative and professional lives.

Creative careers are rarely linear. Whether you’re:

• Facing burnout

• Managing anxiety or ADHD

• Moving through an identity shift

• Rebuilding confidence after setbacks

• Navigating industry uncertainty

I provide a grounded, structured space to explore what’s next and build sustainable momentum.

Supporting the Creative Community Beyond the Therapy Room

My commitment to musicians and creative professionals extends beyond individual sessions. I collaborate with industry organizations to support broader conversations around mental health, performance pressure, and sustainable creative careers.

Conferences & Professional Engagements

• Speaking at NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) for two consecutive years on “Stress and Resilience on Tour” and “Psychological Safety on Tour”

• Supporting the Jump Global Summit

• Creating and delivering workshops for Women in Music, Backline and Songwriters of North American (SONA)

  Areas of Focus

  Through these partnerships, I focus on:

  • Managing anxiety and performance stress

  • Supporting ADHD in creative professionals

  • Preventing burnout in the music industry

  • Navigating career transitions and identity shifts

  • Building long-term emotional sustainability

  This work informs and strengthens the therapy I provide, keeping me closely connected to the evolving realities of the creative industries.

  Connect & Schedule a Consultation

  If you’re considering therapy or coaching, I offer a free 15-minute consultation to explore whether working together feels like a good fit.

  Beyond the Therapy Room

  I’m grateful to stay connected to the music and creative communities through conferences, panels, and workshops. These spaces allow me to support broader conversations around mental health, sustainability, and career longevity.

  I also share ongoing reflections, mental health resources, and tips for creatives on Instagram, where you can explore insights, behind-the-scenes content, and highlights from past workshops. See below for highlights of my recent workshops, panels, and creative collaborations.