Katherine "Kathy" Roth, LCSW
Founder / Counselor / Infant Family Specialist
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who
has been providing therapeutic and support services
to women & families since 2009.
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My passion for equality, women-empowerment, reproductive justice, & healthy families motivated me
to create Empowered Life, LLC – A specialized
private practice with a mission to empower women and families through comprehensive, compassionate counseling & support services.
My approach is to empower clients to achieve personal wellness and create the life they desire. I enjoy assisting clients in self-exploration, self-love, strengthening relationships, and achieving their goals. I take great pride in providing comprehensive services in a safe, welcoming environment. Get in touch to learn more!
My Journey
I have over a decade of clinical experience in working with women, children, and families in the areas of violence against women, women's issues, child welfare, adoption, and mental health. I began her career by providing counseling, support, and legal advocacy services to women survivors of domestic violence and/or sexual violence. I transitioned to providing home-based counseling services to families and children at risk for child abuse/neglect or involved with child welfare, with a specialty in working with families impacted by domestic violence. I continued my career in the adoption field at a national, non-profit, open adoption agency working as a counselor and coordinator with birth mothers as well as adoptive parents at various stages of the process. In these positions, I facilitated educational workshops and seminars, support groups, options counseling services, and home study services.
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I have been providing therapeutic services in a private practice setting to women and families since 2014 and continue to do so today. I am eager to share my passion and expertise with others in the women's issues, child welfare, and adoption community.
Professional & Community Involvement
I enjoy attending and presenting at various speaking events, support groups, conferences, and trainings. Some opportunities include the American Adoption Congress Conference, Celebrating a Second Chance at Life Survivorship Symposium, and the Adoption Summit.
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Memberships: National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Florida Association for Infant Mental Health, National Foster Parent Association, Attachment and Trauma Network (ATN), Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence (FCADV), and Women Empowered Global.
My Licensure, Certifications, & Education
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Florida (Lic #: SW13287)
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Virginia (Lic #: 0904012130)
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Infant Mental Health Endorsement (IMH-E®) as Infant Family Specialist by the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health
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Adoption Competency for Licensed Professionals Certification by Rutgers University/FL Department of Children and Families.​
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Master’s Degree in Social Work with a focus on children, youth and families from the University of Michigan.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work with an Additional Major in Psychology from Michigan State University.
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Notary Public in Florida (Commission #GG189964).