Amanda Edwards

Amanda Edwards, Ph.D., is a seasoned professional in the field of psychology, currently serving as the Team Sports Psychologist for the Buffalo Sabres since September 2022 and as a Licensed Counseling Psychologist for Counseling and Nutrition Services since January 2019. Amanda has extensive experience working with collegiate student-athletes and the general college population, previously holding the position of Staff Psychologist at the University at Buffalo from January 2016 to January 2020. Amanda's expertise encompasses individual, couples, and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and outreach programming. With previous roles including Postdoctoral Fellow at the Buffalo Centre for the Treatment of Eating Disorders and various positions focused on crisis intervention, Amanda has developed a strong foundation in mental health support for diverse populations. Amanda holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Texas Tech University and has a background in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Florida State University and the University of Minnesota.