She's a great therapist. She's not super serious so I feel a lot more laid back talking with her about what's been going on.
Amanda Garrick, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Amanda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Amanda. View 11 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Amanda is very understanding of my situation and helps me find ways to process my thoughts and how to handle the things affecting my mental health.
More about Amanda
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello I'm Amanda and I am very excited about this opportunity to connect with you through Better Help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of work experience in the field of mental health and social services. 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 in San Luis Obispo, California. I later received my Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University Long Beach and obtained my LCSW in 2005. I have worked primarily in Los Angeles County provided treatment to individuals experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma related disorders, substance use disorders, and severe, persistent mental illnesses. I am very passionate about my work and feel it is essential that clients feel accepted and supported during the therapeutic process. I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Problem Solving Treatment and Mindfulness Therapy and have a great deal of experiencing doing crisis intervention, risk assessment, and empowering others to develop and enhance their coping strategies.
I know how difficult it can be for people to seek mental health treatment but believe this is the beginning of the healing process and the first step toward self improvement.
I am truly looking forward to working with you and supporting you through this journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
Licenses
Amanda Garrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023378288.
- LCSW · California · 22688 · Expires January 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Amanda Garrick
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She's a great therapist. She's not super serious so I feel a lot more laid back talking with her about what's been going on.
Amanda is very understanding of my situation and helps me find ways to process my thoughts and how to handle the things affecting my mental health.
Working with Amanda is great! She listens attentively and always provides thoughtful discussion and feedback. I like how she sends messages throughout the week to check in and also offer practical advice for things such as journaling.
She's very responsive, is very flexible with scheduling and doesn't mind if you forget to schedule ahead of time. She offers good advice and doesn't try to hyperanalize or tell me how to feel.
Amanda is incredibly supportive and understands what I may need to hear to help me through a situation. She offers advice that will help keep my mental health in check.
Amanda is a phenomenal therapist. She’s a great listener, helps challenge your thoughts and helps you recognize patterns in your thoughts, and she constantly shares resources that could be beneficial for you to look into (books, podcasts, courses, apps). I came to Amanda during a tough transition that was exacerbated by the pandemic, and with her support, I feel confident and prepared to live my life fully.
She's definitely one of the best counselors I've had. She responds fast, she understands where I'm coming from and where I'm at mentally. She offers me ways to cope with my mental health and gives me advice on what I can do and things I can try.
Amanda has been very helpful during a strange moment in my life. I have very little experience in therapy and I was nervous about the whole thing. I'm glad I wound up with Amanda. She is insightful, empathetic, and pleasant to process things with. Highly recommended.
Among her great qualities, I most appreciate that Amanda is a great listener and very relatable. This makes her easy to talk to which facilitates healing and progress.
I appreciate Amanda taking the time to educate herself on new techniques and therapies, as well as finding new techniques to send me based on what I express a current need for, week-by-week. I think a sign of a good counselor is someone who keeps learning and stays up-to-date with what their clients are interested in.
I love my therapy sessions with Amanda. I feel that I am listened too and she takes the time to give the best advice and reassurance she can.
Frequently asked questions
Does Amanda Garrick offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Amanda Garrick works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Amanda Garrick speak?
Amanda Garrick speaks English.
How many years of experience does Amanda Garrick have?
Amanda Garrick has 17 years of experience.
Where is Amanda Garrick licensed to practice?
Amanda Garrick is licensed to practice in California.
Does Amanda Garrick accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Amanda Garrick does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Amanda Garrick offer?
Amanda Garrick offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Therapy.
How can I communicate with Amanda Garrick?
Amanda Garrick can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Amanda Garrick?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.