Advance Behavioral Health Services

Amanda Retzer, LSW, CADC

Therapist

Amanda Retzer is a Licensed Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor who provides therapy services for adolescents and adults struggling with mental health and substance use concerns. She has experience supporting clients through addiction recovery, emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related challenges.

Education & Training

· Master’s Degree in Social Work – Aurora University

Licensure & Certifications

· Licensed Social Worker (LSW) – Illinois
· Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)

Treatment Areas & Services

· Substance Use Disorders
· Addiction Recovery & Relapse Prevention
· Anxiety Disorders
· Depression
· Trauma & PTSD
· Emotional Dysregulation
· Coping Skills Development
· Individual Therapy
· Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Languages

· English

Philosophy of Care

Amanda Retzer takes a compassionate and collaborative approach to treatment, focusing on helping clients develop insight, emotional awareness, and practical coping skills to support long-term recovery and emotional wellness.