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Amanda Garrick, LCSW

Licensed LCSW focused on trauma and relationships
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Trauma and grief support
  • 17 years experience

About Amanda Garrick

Amanda Garrick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 17 years of experience in mental health and social services. As an LCSW she brings advanced clinical training and a state license to provide therapeutic care and support to individuals and families.

Amanda has spent much of her career working in Los Angeles County, providing treatment to people experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, substance use disorders, and severe, persistent mental illnesses. She approaches each person with a focus on acceptance and support, aiming to create a collaborative environment where healing and practical change can begin.

Her clinical work covers a broad range of concerns, including stress, addictions, family and relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping challenges, parenting concerns, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. She also addresses related areas such as attachment and communication problems, codependency, and caregiver stress.

Amanda draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based techniques to help clients identify patterns, build coping strategies, and strengthen problem-solving skills. She is experienced in crisis intervention and risk assessment and emphasizes empowering clients to develop tools that support long-term wellbeing and resilience.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amanda Garrick have?

Amanda Garrick has 17 years of professional experience in mental health and social services.

Is Amanda Garrick a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 22688.

In which languages does Amanda Garrick provide therapy?

Amanda provides therapy in English.

Where is Amanda Garrick located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Amanda Garrick as my therapist?

You can work with Amanda Garrick through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Amanda Garrick work with international clients?

Amanda Garrick does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amanda Garrick cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Fit Your Needs?

Many people ask whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - research and clinical practice indicate that remote therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.

One major benefit of distance-based sessions is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that best fits their lives and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapy into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide care in these formats, and it is possible to change therapists if a different fit is desired. For many people, online therapy offers a practical and effective pathway to begin addressing emotional and interpersonal concerns while adapting to everyday commitments.

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