Dr. Amanda Egan
Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Education
- Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, Walden University
- M.S. General Psychology, Walden University
- B.S. Criminology & Psychology, Southern Oregon University
About Dr. Egan
Dr. Amanda Egan has spent much of her career providing integrated behavioral healthcare in medical settings, where she’s passionate about collaborative patient care and reducing mental health stigma. She currently serves as the Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Santiam Hospital & Clinics. Her background also includes work at the Psychiatric Crisis Center and Options Family Counseling, as well as completing her internship at Adventist Medical Center’s inpatient psychiatric unit in Portland.
Amanda is married to her husband, Tyler, and together they have five children—Jacob, Sydney, Braeden, Takoda, and Kiera—along with two dogs, two cats, and a flock of chickens. Nearly empty nesters, they enjoy spending time outdoors. Amanda loves paddleboarding, hiking, strength training (but never running), and backpacking—her favorite tradition is a solo 4–5 day summer backpacking trip with one of her dogs.
Recently Taught Courses
Group Counseling
Gain firsthand experience in the dynamics of group therapy. Explore models, theories, leadership skills, and group process phases. Through an experiential group, you’ll build the practical tools needed to facilitate healing and growth within group counseling settings.
Foundations of the Counseling Profession
Step into the world of mental health counseling. Learn its history, core theories, ethical standards, and current practice environments. Explore multicultural issues, social advocacy, and the identity and calling of the Christian counselor.
Social and Cultural Foundations
Gain a deeper understanding of how culture, race, gender, and worldview affect the counseling process. This course equips you to foster empathy, navigate diversity, and build therapeutic relationships that honor both Scripture and cultural complexity.
Crisis, Disaster & Trauma Counseling
Prepare to walk with others through trauma and disaster. Learn how to assess and intervene in crisis situations, understand trauma’s psychological effects, and develop treatment plans rooted in current research and biblical compassion.
I’m so excited that I can share my love of Jesus with students and faculty without holding back. Our students are getting an amazing, well-rounded education, and I’m thankful to be a part of shaping future Christian counselors.
Dr. Amanda Egan
Fellow Faculty
