Education & Training

• Master of Science in Social Work, University of Texas at Arlington

• Bachelor of Arts, East Texas Baptist University

• Clinical Trauma Specialist

• HeartMath Certified Practitioner 

• Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1

• Veterinary Social Work Trainings

  • Compassion Fatigue & Conflict Resolution 

  • Pet Loss & Bereavement

  • The Link Between Human and Animal Violence

Currently Pursuing

• Postgraduate Veterinary Social Work Certificate, University of Tennessee Knoxville (2023 Completion)

  • Animal Assisted Interventions

• Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 2

• The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work Leader Training

Licensure

• South Carolina: Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (8938)

• North Carolina: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (C014694)

Eliot is our resident therapy dog in training.  Born on May 6, 2022 at Carolina Goldens, Eliot is an English Cream Golden Retriever who comes from a long line of therapy dogs.  As he's young yet and still growing and developing, Eliot is not necessarily in the office every day.  

Eliot has a deep and abiding love of treats!  He's also a big fan of cuddles and hearing how handsome and amazing he is (ideally at the same time).

Certification & Training 

• Training Boot Camp

• Beginner Obedience

• Intermediate Obedience

Currently Pursuing

• Eliot is training to pass the Canine Good Citizen exam and will then move on to the Alliance of Therapy Dogs when he's met their requirements (est. Summer 2023 completion)

• #RetrievalSpecialistEliot via Facebook and Instagram

Amanda’s unique and diverse background allows her to understand and recognize the complex physical and emotional difficulties that occur throughout a lifespan, especially after an untimely loss. As an avid animal lover, Amanda understands first hand that the loss of a pet can hurt just as much (and sometimes more) as the loss of a person. Her deep understanding of heartbreak that can follow the loss of a pet inspired Amanda to pursue her Veterinary Social Work certification through the University of Tennessee Knoxville. 

Amanda facilitates the Pet Grief & Loss Peer Support Group.  

Education & Training

• Master of Social Work, The State University of New York at Stony Brook

Currently Pursuing

• Postgraduate Veterinary Social Work Certificate, University of Tennessee Knoxville 

Licensure

• South Carolina: Licensed Master Social Worker (15160)

Jane is a Boxer mix rescued from the Greenville Humane Society and her very favorite thing is playing catch the toy.  Like many of us, Jane had some difficult experiences, struggles with anxiety, and sometimes has to practice her own calming techniques.  She is our poster dog for understanding what self compassion looks like in real life.  While Jane occasionally joins in at the office, she is not a regular participant in therapy due to her anxiety.  She is a beloved member of the family and stars in many anecdotes about why we are all worthy of love and belonging just as we are.

Currently Pursuing

• #CalamityJaneSC via Facebook and Instagram

Audrey manages billing and insurance processing.  She brings an array of knowledge to the position with over eighteen years experience in mental health services.  Audrey enjoys overseeing the "behind the scenes" operations of small businesses and helping to support private practice owners nationwide.