Licensed clinical social worker recordOregon
Amanda Ihle, LCSW
Oregon
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Trauma and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Oregon
- LCSW, licence L11965
- NPI
- 1417340761
- Experience
- 16 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Oregon
These details come from information Amanda supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction recovery
- Attachment work
About Amanda
Amanda Ihle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Oregon with 16 years of clinical experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting pressures, and related concerns. Her work also addresses sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD-related challenges.
Before working in Portland, she spent eight years licensed in Washington State providing addiction medicine services with Clark County Juvenile Court and offering on-campus treatment for several school districts in southwest Washington. For the last eight years she has provided clinical social work in a level one trauma emergency room in Portland. That mix of court, school, and emergency-room work shapes how she approaches difficult situations.
Sessions focus on clear, practical steps alongside space to talk things through. She draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-based work, client-centered methods, and mindfulness. Those tools are used to address behavior patterns, painful memories, communication problems, and motivation for change.
People can expect direct conversation about what is getting in the way of daily functioning. The therapist and client set focused goals and try techniques that can be practiced between sessions. Progress is tracked in concrete ways, for example sleep, substance use, or relationship interactions.
Amanda aims to make therapy straightforward and useful for people juggling work, family, and health demands. She offers help with emergencies and sudden life changes alongside longer-term concerns related to relationships and recovery.
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How Amanda’s approaches translate to online work
Amanda commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside attachment-informed and client-centered approaches. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on identifying values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts appear, which can help with anxiety, avoidance, and motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and offers concrete exercises to change unhelpful patterns, useful for anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and substance use.Finding the right approach is part of the process. She will work collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and day-to-day life. That means trying techniques, reviewing what helps, and shifting strategies based on practical results and client preference.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work, school, caregiving, and medical appointments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce the need to travel. Discuss format and scheduling during the initial matching and first session to choose the best way to integrate sessions into your routine.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Oregon
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD among other related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, conversation-based approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-informed work, client-centered methods, and mindfulness to address thoughts, behaviors, and patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional clinical work experience, including eight years in Washington State and eight years providing social work in a Portland level one trauma emergency room.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Oregon.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions 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 to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers