Amanda Rhodes, LCSW

Hi there! Welcome, l am glad you are here.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about working with youth and families. I strive to work collaboratively with clients so they feel empowered in their story.

A Little About Me and My Career:

During my time at University of Houston-Graduate College of Social Work, I became trained in assisting clients from a holistic, client-centered approach. While in my professional career, I have been able to grow as a clinician within several settings including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, schools, partial hospitalization, private practice and community outpatient assisting a wide range of youth, caregivers, and adults.

I recognize the importance of understanding all areas of a client’s life including their upbringing, interpersonal relationships, current life stressors, and symptoms experienced.

What is my Therapeutic Approach and Style?

My approach is simple: getting to know the client- as an individual- building trust, and discovering what is next in their walk.

I operate from a playful, curious, and energetic stance, incorporating various tools to aid with the therapeutic process. I utilize aspects of multiple interventions including: solution-focused, motivational interviewing, behavioral, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and child-centered play therapy.

What are my specialties?

My specialties include: pre-teen and adolescents with concerns such as: performance and generalized anxiety, perfectionism, major depression, self-harming behaviors, suicidal thinking, grief, low self-esteem, aggression, trauma, mood swings, and risky behaviors.

I also have experience with children who struggle with hyperactivity, mood dysregulation, low frustration tolerance, behavioral issues, defiance, school conflict, and separation anxiety. I work closely with parents throughout treatment for parent skill building and enhancing client/parent relationship.

In addition, I also work with adults who are adjusting to life transitions/stressors and/or working through depression and/or anxiety symptoms.

Why I value therapy for people?

I value a strong therapeutic relationship because it can be one of the most enriching experiences in a person’s life. I am in awe of the amount of resiliency I have seen with the clients I have been able to work with and I am so grateful to be a part of their walk in life.

What can you expect from me as a therapist?

A safe, comfortable space to express and explore.
Ethical and appropriate therapeutic interventions, most suitable for treatment needs.
Collaborative approach regarding treatment expectations.
Respecting the right to one's self-determination in continuing care.

Fun Facts About Me

I love learning, especially random facts that I can share with others!

I have two Chihuahuas that are my heart!

One of my favorite games is Uno; I could play it every day!

I believe every person has a unique story and I am honored to not only get to hear it but be a part of it.