Amanda Garrick, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Amanda Garrick

Focus areas

Alcoholism

Drug Addiction

Women's Issues Therapy

Disordered Eating

Suicidal Tendencies

Women's Mental Health Issues

Domestic Violence

Weight Loss Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Forensic Psychology

EMDR

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Family Systems

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Amanda Garrick

I am very excited about this opportunity to connect with you through RULA. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience in mental health. I received my Bachelor of Science in Human Development, with an emphasis in Applied Developmental Psychology and a Minor in Psychology, from California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo. I later earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University Long Beach and obtained my LCSW. I have worked primarily in Los Angeles County, providing treatment to individuals experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, complex trauma, and substance use disorders. I am passionate about my work and believe it is essential that individuals feel accepted and supported during therapy. My approach I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and find this an effective way to help individuals identify and reshape distorted thought patterns. This is a hands-on approach that increases your awareness of the connection between thoughts and feelings, helping you feel more in control of your emotions and behaviors. Based on your unique needs, I may adapt my approach to include mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques to help manage anxiety or EMDR. I have completed training and coaching with EMDR Chicago and have been treating clients with EMDR, enjoying the opportunity to offer this therapeutic technique. Your goals and progress are my primary focus. Together, we will identify challenges and work on strategies to help you move forward with confidence. I believe my experience in crisis intervention and risk assessment has made me effective in empowering others to develop and enhance their coping skills. I know how difficult it can be for people to seek mental health treatment and believe this is the beginning of the healing process—the first step toward increased self-awareness and personal improvement.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

California State University Long Beach, Master's in Social Work
California Polytechnic State University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1023378288

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What practice does Amanda Garrick work with?

Amanda Garrick works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Amanda Garrick?

Amanda Garrick frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Amanda Garrick on their profile.