Amanda Lucas, LCSW, is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate their challenges. With years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, she brings extensive training in trauma, substance abuse, depression, and anxiety to her sessions. Amanda firmly believes that developing kindness and compassion toward oneself and others is essential to healing, a philosophy that guides her practice. Her thorough understanding of the legal system, school system, and local healthcare enhances her ability to provide comprehensive support. Passionate about working with couples, she supports them in strengthening their relationships. Furthermore, Amanda has a particular affinity for assisting adolescents, especially those facing emotional or behavioral issues, and those in creative fields such as music, art, and writing. Her innovative approach helps artists navigate their industry's demands and the pressures of sudden success. In her work with addiction, Amanda integrates recovery principles to assist both adolescents and adults. Her diverse experience uniquely qualifies her to treat clients from all backgrounds, seeing each individual as a whole person rather than a mere diagnosis. Amanda has a specific commitment to supporting returning service members with combat-related trauma, offering complimentary sessions to those who qualify.