Amanda Raether, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW guiding life changes
- Client-centered care
- Evidence-based strategies
- Flexible online sessions
About Amanda Raether
Amanda Raether works with people who find themselves facing emotions that are hard to name and behaviors that feel difficult to explain. She supports clients who struggle to answer questions like "What is wrong?" or "Why am I acting this way?" and seeks to offer listening, understanding, and practical guidance for navigating life’s unexpected challenges. Amanda aims to build a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for measurable change and goal achievement.
A licensed clinical social worker in Kentucky, Amanda holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She brings seven years of clinical experience and has provided individual and group therapy, mentorship, and advocacy for both adults and children. Her practice includes work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, insomnia, trauma, substance use concerns, grief, and struggles with self-esteem and self-worth.
Her therapeutic style is described as warm, empathic, empowering, and tailored to each person’s needs. Amanda integrates behavioral and psychodynamic elements and selects techniques based on whether short-term or longer-term work is most appropriate. Treatment is individualized, and she collaborates with clients to design an approach that fits their goals and life circumstances. She often shares a guiding quote with clients and colleagues: "If you are ready to change, you will find a way....if not, you will find an excuse," and she remains ready to support those who choose to begin a new path.
A licensed clinical social worker in Kentucky, Amanda holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She brings seven years of clinical experience and has provided individual and group therapy, mentorship, and advocacy for both adults and children. Her practice includes work with people experiencing depression, anxiety, insomnia, trauma, substance use concerns, grief, and struggles with self-esteem and self-worth.
Her therapeutic style is described as warm, empathic, empowering, and tailored to each person’s needs. Amanda integrates behavioral and psychodynamic elements and selects techniques based on whether short-term or longer-term work is most appropriate. Treatment is individualized, and she collaborates with clients to design an approach that fits their goals and life circumstances. She often shares a guiding quote with clients and colleagues: "If you are ready to change, you will find a way....if not, you will find an excuse," and she remains ready to support those who choose to begin a new path.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amanda Raether have?
Amanda Raether has 7 years of experience.
Is Amanda Raether a licensed therapist?
Yes. Amanda holds the LCSW credential. Her license is listed as KY LCSW 254594.
In which languages does Amanda Raether provide therapy?
Amanda provides therapy in English.
Where is Amanda Raether located?
Amanda is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Amanda Raether as my therapist?
Clients can work with Amanda through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amanda Raether work with international clients?
Amanda Raether does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amanda Raether cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, clients can click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Clients click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care
Amanda commonly uses client-centered therapy, which focuses on building a trusting, empathetic relationship and supporting clients to find their own solutions; this approach is helpful for issues related to self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches skills to manage anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. When needed, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques are introduced to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions, anger, or relationship difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Amanda collaborates with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions over time and adjusts the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility: sessions can take place by video call or phone, and alternative options such as live chat or text-based messaging make it easier for clients to access support around work, caregiving, or mobility constraints. These options allow ongoing work on skills, check-ins between sessions, and consistent contact when scheduling or travel would otherwise be a barrier.