Therapist in Columbia, South Carolina Amanda Storm, Therapist

Amanda Storm, LMFT, helps individuals and families build practical skills for emotional balance, healthier relationships, and lasting change through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. At LifeStance Health, she serves patients across South Carolina, offering care that is grounded in clinical expertise and a warm, collaborative approach. Amanda works with adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, supporting people as they navigate life transitions, mood concerns, and relationship challenges in a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. Amanda is especially passionate about helping children, adolescents, and families strengthen connection and resilience. She has extensive experience addressing childhood behavior issues, ADHD, and anxiety through a family-systems lens, helping caregivers and youth understand patterns, improve communication, and create more supportive home environments. Her work often focuses on reducing school avoidance, improving emotional regulation, and fostering secure attachment so families can move forward with confidence and clarity. In her clinical practice, Amanda commonly treats anxiety disorders, ADHD, and trauma-related concerns, while also supporting individuals experiencing depression and significant life transitions. She provides Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, and Family Therapy, tailoring treatment to each person’s goals and stage of life. Her primary interventions include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy, and Couples/Marital Counseling, with additional therapeutic approaches integrated as clinically appropriate. Amanda also has experience working with diverse populations, including individuals and families involved in adoption or foster care, those affected by autism spectrum disorders, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. She values inclusive, affirming care and strives to create a space where clients feel understood and respected throughout their mental health journey in South Carolina. She has been practicing since 2001 and holds a Master’s degree from Appalachian State University. Outside of her clinical work, Amanda enjoys hiking, traveling, spending time with her family, and being outdoors—activities that help her stay grounded and energized.