Hi, I'm Amanda. I built Chews Your Health because health advice shouldn't feel out of reach.
I grew up right here in Columbia, Missouri, and I've spent my career trying to answer one question: if the resources for health are out there, why are so many of us still struggling? The truth is that most health advice is either too complicated, too generic, or just doesn't account for real life: work, kids, stress, budgets, all of it.
My approach blends physical therapy, alternative medicine, and social work, because your health isn't just one thing. I focus on wholeness, not just symptoms, creating space for real conversations, sustainable changes, and decisions that are actually yours to make.
Credentials & training
- MSW: Master's in Social Work
- HLC: Holistic Lifestyle Coach
- AAS: Physical Therapy
- CNC: Certified Nutritional Consultant
- B.S. in Alternative Medicine
- CAM: Complementary & Alternative Medicine
Amanda is currently pursuing clinical licensure with a focus on family and adolescents.
What I focus on with every client
Change Management
Making change feel manageable, one realistic step at a time.
Client Advocacy
Helping you understand your options and speak up for what you need.
Crisis Support
Steady, compassionate help when things feel like too much.
Holistic Planning
Plans that flex with your life instead of demanding you flex around them.
A quick note: Amanda Lucas and the Chews Your Health team are not physicians or psychologists. If you suspect a condition that needs medical attention, please consult a licensed physician without delay.