My name is Caitlyn Rhorer (They/She). I am a social worker, activist, therapist, educator, and clinical supervisor.
I’m the co-founder of the Expansion Collective, a group therapy practice focused on providing accessible, inclusive, specialized therapy in Indiana.
I’m currently available for clinical supervision and consultation engagements.
Therapist | Educator | Clinical Supervisor | Social Worker dedicated to fostering liberation and healing in my practice. As co-owner of The Expansion Collective, I'm proud to lead a progressive, anti-oppressive group practice committed to dismantling barriers to care. My clinical work centers on complex trauma and sex therapy, informed by a deeply holistic and trauma-informed lens. I am passionate about mentorship and education, investing in the ethical and equitable growth of the next generation of social workers and clinicians. My commitment to the field is continuous, driven by ongoing learning and a dedication to advancing social work with integrity and compassion.
Training, Education, & Experience
I approach therapeutic work with a deep commitment to ongoing learning and holistic, individualized care. My foundational education includes a BA in Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) and a Master's degree in Social Work, complemented by a graduate certificate in e-Social Work, both from IUPUI.
My progressive clinical training is extensive, reflecting a dedication to cutting-edge and inclusive modalities:
Specialized Sex Therapy: AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. Completed training through the Sexual Health Alliance, alongside certification in Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM).
Somatic & Trauma-Informed Methods: Certified in Somatic EMDR through The Embody Lab and Brainspotting certified.
I continually expand my knowledge through diverse continuing education, including treating out-of-control sexual behaviors, body-sex, sex and psychedelics, anxiety, and comprehensive perinatal mental health support (including pregnancy, postpartum, and paternal mental health/fatherhood). My commitment is simple: to always learn more so I can best support my clients' unique journeys.
Beyond my direct clinical work, I am deeply dedicated to mentoring the next generation of clinicians and progressing the field of social work.
My commitment to this mission is demonstrated through my roles as:
Group Practice Owner: Building an environment that fosters progressive, accessible, ethical, specialized therapeutic care.
Clinical Supervisor: Providing guidance and mentorship to emerging clinicians.
Adjunct Professor: Educating future social workers on modern, holistic, and trauma-informed practices.
My Philosophy of Care
My practice is rooted in a progressive, client-centered social work framework, which prepares me to work effectively with diverse individuals facing a wide array of concerns.
The Approach: I thoughtfully integrate a variety of evidence-based and emerging therapies, specifically tailored to your needs. These modalities include:
Inference Based-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Somatic EMDR & Brainspotting
Trauma-Informed, Systems-centered, Humanistic Therapy
The Lens: I view issues through a holistic and integrative lens, recognizing the complex interplay of biology, psychology, spirituality, sexuality, somatics, and our social environments in shaping our experiences.
The Core Belief: My work is fundamentally strengths-based. I genuinely believe that you are the expert on your life and already possess the unique strengths necessary for healing. Together, we will foster and build upon these innate resources as we embark on a collaborative path towards self-discovery and lasting change.
Specific Issues I specialize in…
Anxiety / Depression / OCD / transition to parenthood / perinatal / prenatal / paternal
Trauma (Sexual / Emotional / Religious / Physical / Medical) / Complex PTSD / DID
Sexual concerns / Pleasure / Intimacy / LGBTQ+ issues / Sexuality / Gender, Sexuality, & Relationship Diversity / Non-monogamy / Polyamory / Body Image
Genital Cutting Grief (Circumcision & Intersex Trauma)
