Specialties: Adolescent/Teens, Tribal Citizens, Multicultural Persons, Gender Affirming Care, Trauma, Anxiety & Depression, C-PTSD/PTSD, Person-Centered

With over 6 years of experience in the behavioral health field in Ketchikan, Alaska, beginning her work as a Clinical Case Manager at KIC Behavioral Health and assisting Tribal Citizens in accessing substance abuse treatment needs within the community of Ketchikan. She facilitated a “Seeking Safety” group for women struggling with PTSD and Substance abuse for KIC. Coordination services were provided to Tribal Citizens who were incarcerated, as well, through Amanda providing substance abuse assessments and coordinating with community partners to help them access treatment.

Amanda completed her Master's in Social Work with the Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District RISE Program. Her work within the district has been aimed at working towards gearing her therapeutic style to be flexible and supportive for the students she supports during the school year and incorporates harm and risk reduction as well as working to ensure the client is in charge of their treatment and feels empowered. Working to provide a safe, therapeutic space for people from all walks of life to explore their identities, values, and experiences is an integral part of the services provided.

Educational Experience:

Sam Houston State University: Bachelors in Criminal Justice

University of Denver: Masters in Social Work

Professional License information:

Licensed Master Social Worker

Services Offered:

Individual Therapy: 17 and up (ACT, CBT, PCT, and Narrative)

Psychometric supervised by Dr. Britt Pope, LPC

Anxiety/Panic Attacks

Depression

Trauma-Informed Care

C-PTSD and PTSD