Nicholas Pollak

Nicholas Pollak is an Assistant Professor of Social Work at Spring Arbor University. He holds a bachelor's degree in Social Work and Psychology from Spring Arbor University and a master's degree in Macro and Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. His professional experience includes 8 years as a home-based therapist at Clinton, Eaton and Ingham Community Mental Health Authority, 14 years at Starr Commonwealth, and work with The Manor Foundation addressing mental health in children.

• Education:
• Bachelor's in Social Work & Psychology – Spring Arbor University
• Master's in Macro and Clinical Social Work – Michigan State University

His research and practice emphasize integrating Christian faith with social work, advocating for disadvantaged populations, and trauma-informed interventions. He specializes in family therapy, motivational interviewing, and animal-assisted therapy through his program Healing Hooves Helping Paws, which uses alpacas, goats, and miniature horses to support children with special needs.

He is a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and trained in DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-based interventions. Pollak prioritizes accessible communication, responding to students within one business day via email or text.