Therapist profile
Amanda Raether, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Family concerns
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- CBT methods
- Mindfulness techniques
- Motivational interviewing
About Amanda
Amanda Raether is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky with seven years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, addiction concerns, relationship and family issues, grief, trauma, and low self-esteem. She also helps people coping with life changes, caregiver strain, ADHD symptoms, and mood concerns such as bipolar disorder.
Amanda uses straightforward, person-focused work in sessions. She listens to what a person brings and then offers concrete tools to try. That might mean tracking thoughts and behaviors, practicing emotion regulation skills, or using motivational strategies to support change.
Her background includes individual and group work, mentorship, and advocacy across community settings in Kentucky. She has spent time supporting people with substance use, trauma, insomnia, and grief, and has worked with a wide range of problems over the past decade in social work roles.
In practice she draws from client-centered approaches alongside cognitive and behavioral methods. She may incorporate elements of dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, narrative techniques, and motivational interviewing depending on what a person needs. Sessions can focus on immediate coping skills or on longer-term patterns, depending on goals.
Amanda aims to collaborate on treatment choices and to help clients set practical goals. She encourages people to try small changes, track results, and adjust plans when needed. If someone wants to begin, she asks them to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first appointment to get started.
How sessions work
How Amanda’s approaches translate to online work
Amanda draws on client-centered work alongside cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills. Client-centered work focuses on listening and responding to what matters to the person, helping them set goals and choose next steps. CBT involves identifying thought patterns and testing small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety, improve mood, or change habits. DBT offers concrete skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and regulating behavior.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Amanda will work together with a client to decide which methods to try first based on needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative planning can include short-term skill building or longer-term work on patterns that contribute to stress and relationship strain.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy into a busy day, keeping appointments during times of travel, or choosing a quieter setup without a commute. Some formats can make check-ins shorter or reduce bandwidth needs when needed. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire and schedule the first session.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She supports adults with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, sleep problems, grief, trauma, relationship and family concerns, and related mood issues.
How would she approach therapy with me?
She uses a person-centered style combined with cognitive-behavioral and behavioral skills work. Sessions often include practical tools to manage emotions and daily routines.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical experience and a background in individual and group work, mentorship, and advocacy within social work settings.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Kentucky.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept international clients?
She does not accept international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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