AMANDA CROWDER, MSW, LCSW

Amanda Crowder, MSW, LCSW, is co-author of the best-selling book CBT Toolbox for Children and Adolescents: Over 200 Worksheets & Exercises for Trauma, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression & Conduct Disorders.  Amanda is an expert at moving evidence-based interventions into practical methods for application and moving research into action.  She has created and adapted evidence-based interventions to work with the most challenging children, adolescents, and families in the most difficult situations.  By helping to establish the Trauma Informed Care initiative within Carolinas Medical Center, Amanda has proven her leadership in moving clinical concepts into practice.  Amanda runs a private practice in Charlotte, NC, and continues to work for Carolinas Medical Center within a crisis center and virtual mental health emergency room.  Her specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral issues, and family issues.  Amanda uses realness, humor, and passion to build rapport with clients and audiences.