Caitlyn Rhorer, MSW, LCSW

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.

Education

DSW: University of Kentucky

Administrative Leadership concentration
Currently Enrolled, Anticipated May 2029

MSW: Indiana University

Focus on treatment for complex and early trauma, advocacy for survivors of forced genital alterations from a social work lens.
May 2022
3.96 GPA

BA Psychology: Southern New Hampshire University

Focus on child and adolescent development, developmental and neonatal trauma.
March 2019
3.98 GPA

AAS Early Childhood Education: Ivy Tech

December 2016
3.88 GPA

Professional Licenses

Licensed Clinical Social Worker: Indiana

Issued: 05/09/2024
License: 3401152A

Licensed Clinical Social Worker: Illinois

Issued: 04/10/2024
License: 149.027028

Work Experience

Co-Founder, Clinical Supervisor, Therapist
The Expansion Collective LLC

June 2025- Current
Provide clinical supervision to associate licensed clinicians. Develop and implement marketing strategies to enhance online presence and increase client engagement. Manage billing, insurance panel participation, and accounts to streamline financial processes. Establish and implement practice policies and procedures to improve overall operations.

Founder, Therapist
Embrace Therapy & Support

January 2024 - Current
Conduct initial diagnostic evaluations and intake assessments, create individualized treatment plans, and provide specialized ongoing therapy services. Utilize a variety of therapy modalities including ACT, CBT, EMDR, and sex therapy in treatment of clients. Work with clients from a supportive, trauma-informed lens.

Therapist, Integrative Behavioral Healthcare Specialist
Riggs Community Healthcare Center

June 2022 - July 2024
Provide psychotherapy to a wide array clients using an integrative approach. Work with medical professionals in diagnosis and treatment of clients ranging in age from 3 to 80. Provide crisis support and ensure referral to appropriate community services.

Social Worker
Riverbend, In-patient Mental Healthcare Facility

June 2021 - June 2022
Work directly with individuals in crisis in an in-patient hospital setting. Complete biopsychosocial assessments, suicide assessments, and safety planning. Facilitate discharge planning and coping skills group of up to 10 patients.

MSW Intern
Meridian Health Services Out Patient / Addictions

August 2021 - May 2022
Conduct intake assessments and complete client treatment plans. Provide individual therapy utilizing CBT, solution focused, strengths-based, and motivational interviewing techniques. Co-facilitate addictions IOP groups and document client progress.

Assessment Family Case Manager
Indiana Department of Child Services

July 2019 - March 2021
Respond to critical emergency situations, assess reports of child abuse and neglect & connect families with community resources to facilitate safe and timely resolutions. Manage up to 24 assessments simultaneously while ensuring accurate documentation. Collaborate with team members and service providers to implement unique solutions for complex situations & coordinate and facilitate effective team meetings with up to 10 participants.

Presentations/Classes

Adjunct Instructor: Indiana University - MSW Program

Summer 2026
“Addictions”

Adjunct Instructor: Ivy Tech Community College

Spring 2025
“Helping Relationship Techniques”

Presenter: Sexual Health Alliance Annual Conference

September 2022
“Healing in a cutting culture: Understanding Circumcision Grief, Sexual Functioning & Treatment for Survivors of Forced Genital Cutting”

Event organizer / Presenter: Rise Together Retreat: Collective Healing in a Post Roe v Wade World.

August 2022
“Collective Grief, Burnout, and Self-Care”
“Sexual Health & Pleasure Post Roe”

Presenter: Meridian Health Services Staff Trainings

Spring 2021
“Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity Affirmative Practice”
“Human Sexuality 101 for Human Service Professionals”

Certifications

Certified Sex Therapist
AASECT, April 2026

Brainspotting Certification
Brainspotting Trainings LLC, October 2025

Somatic EMDR Certification
The Embody Lab, May 2024

Certification in Consensual Non-Monogamy
Sexual health Alliance, September 2023

Clinical Anxiety Professional Certification
PESI, December 2022

Certification in Sex Therapy
Sexual Health Alliance, August 2022

E-Social Work Practice Graduate Certificate
Indiana University, May 2022

Specialized Training

Trauma Informed Supervisory Training
PESI, November 2025

Clinical Supervision Training
PESI, October 2025

Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care & Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy
Postpartum Support International, October 2025

Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for OCD
Cognitive behavioral Institute, July 2025

Paternal Perinatal Mental Health
Postpartum Support International, March 2025

Study Abroad - Sexual Customs in South America
Sexual Health Alliance, January 2024

Complex PTSD Clinical Workshop
PESI, July 2023

Philosophy, Identity, Activism: Exploring Queer and Trans Sexualities
Sexual Health Alliance, 2022

Treatment of Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Premenstrual Syndrome & Emotional Deregulation
PESI, 2022

Rethinking Sexual Addiction: Out of Control Sexual Behavior Assessment and Treatment
Sexual Health Alliance, 2021

Volunteer Work

President & Founder: Belladonna Animal Sanctuary 501(c)3

March 2020 - Current
Navigate documentation required to obtain and maintain 501(c)3 status.
Maintain financial and organizational records necessary for continued operations.
Plan community outreach and fundraising events. Provide daily care to residents of the sanctuary.

Board Member: Montessori School of Greater Lafayette

May 2023 - May 2025
Attend regular board meetings and consult on business decisions including operational policies, fundraising events, and budgets. Engage in “Head Support Meetings” to assist school director with daily operations and problem solve presenting concerns.

Event Coordinator/ Indiana State Director: Your Whole Baby

June 2018-August 2022
Plan, organize, and implement local outreach events. Develop and implement a strategic plan to increase funding and outreach events across the United States. Mentor, train, and empower volunteers to conduct outreach and events in their local area