Amanda Polk, LISW-CP
- South Carolina
- SC LISW-CP 12039
Accepting new clientsVerified 22 hours agoInternational clients
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Open every one of the last 30 days
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Open every one of the last 30 days
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Availability over the last 30 days: open to new clients on 30 days. Most recent check, Oct 27: accepting new clients.
Days available
30/30
every one of the last 30 days checked
Availability forecast
Amanda has been open to new clients on 30 of the last 30 days.
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About Amanda
Amanda D. Polk, MSW, LISW-CP, is a dedicated and compassionate licensed clinician with over eight years of experience in the mental health field. Holding a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Walden University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology from the University of South Carolina, Mrs. Polk combines her academic knowledge with a wealth of life experience to provide exceptional care to her clients. A proud veteran with 25 years of service in the Army and The South Carolina Army National Guard, including a deployment in Operation Enduring Freedom – Afghanistan, Mrs. Polk has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to serving others. Her passion for helping her community extends beyond her military service. She has worked as a Guardian Ad Litem, advocating for abused and neglected children, and as a licensed Therapeutic Foster Parent. Mrs. Polk specializes in treating a variety of mental health challenges, including borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, and parenting skills. Additionally, she has extensive experience working with couples, helping them improve communication, resolve conflicts, rebuild trust, and strengthen their emotional connection. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in building strong, trusting relationships with her clients. Mrs. Polk integrates evidence-based techniques such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and mindfulness to provide patient-centered care tailored to each individual's or couple's unique needs. Whether working with individuals, couples, or families, Mrs. Polk is committed to helping her clients find hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate life’s challenges and build fulfilling relationships. Read more Show less
What Amanda helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
Approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Also experienced with
Additional focus areas
Adoption and foster careDissociationFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomania