I believe that each of my clients deserves to be protected, valued, and provided with all the necessary support to become the people they strive to be. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor. I earned a Master's in Social Work from the University of Denver. I specialize in working with high-risk youth, women, HIV/Addiction clients, older adults ages 55 and up, and families who are caregivers to older adults. I serve individuals in the Missouri, Colorado, and Illin...
I primarily help young adults who struggle with anxiety disorders, perfectionism, stress, OCD, body image issues, and skin picking/hair pulling. I approach therapy as a collaborative time together and want to help you get your life back and reach your goals! Visit my profile on my group practice's website below to learn more about my specialties and my therapy approach....
I enjoy working with students who are experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress related to life stressors and transitions. My approach to therapy is client-centered and uses a humanistic lens drawing upon person-in-environment theory. I offer a supportive space to talk through life's challenges and practice coping skills when life throws you curveballs. I believe that you are at the center of your experience, and you are the expert of your own life. I also believe that you are impacted by ...
Do you feel like something is missing in your life? Or are you struggling to resolve a problem on your own, even with the help of friends or family? Psychotherapy can offer more than the reduction of psychological symptoms, but change the trajectory of your life. Working together, I can help you challenge unhelpful beliefs, face and contain difficult feelings, better understand yourself and others, cope more effectively, work through ingrained patterns, and become a more whole and authentic vers...
I prioritize seeing a holistic view of a person. I find joy in helping assist individuals find their meaning and finding balance in every aspect of their life. Whether that's physically, mentally, emotionally, and/or spiritually. I find it to be a great privilege to listen to someone’s story, and for the past eight years I’ve worked with children, adolescents, and young adults for experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and overall life transitions, especially when it comes ...
Are you stressed and tired of doing the same thing and getting the same result? Life gets hard and we need to change our quest in life to meet the changes that occur. I am an Individual, marriage and family Psychotherapist. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, marriage concerns, parenting issues and multicultural issues. Asking for help is hard and can be really difficult for most. Change will not happen without action. I provide a safe space for confidential and stressf...
The skills I provide you are skills I have learned and perfected over the past decade of working with people just like you. My goal is to help you fill your toolbox with many tools and techniques to last you for a lifetime. I am a client-centered and strength-based therapist. Working with me is a collaborative journey to address depression, anxiety, and/or trauma. I am trained in evidence-based approaches that teach proven techniques. We will address brain science and how our experiences impact ...
With over 16 years of experience as a counselor, I work closely with individuals to help them find their own answers and unlock their potential. I take a solution-focused approach to assist clients in restoring balance, building coping skills, and educating them on techniques and strategies to enhance their own abilities. My expertise lies in working with adults as they navigate various life transitions. I am trained in trauma therapy for both children and adults to help them cope and process...
I value supporting young adults struggling with life's challenges: depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, and much more. We tend to isolate in these difficult moments believing we are alone in our struggles. My goal is to provide a comforting and safe environment to make changes to achieve your goals and create more positive interactions. It is vital to the therapy process to feel a genuine connection. I strive to create a therapeutic environment that meets your individual need...
Adjusting to college life can be difficult on so many levels. I can help with anxiety and depression issues that you've been struggling with for a long time or that are new to you. Issues I often see are related to adjusting to being independent for the first time, the rigor of school, or navigating new social circles. I have special expertise in helping folks with body-focused repetitive behaviors (skin picking, hair pulling) as well as being training in cognitive behavioral treatment of insomn...
There are times in life when you feel stuck, sad, angry, or indifferent. In these times, it is helpful to have a non-bias party be a mirror on your journey to becoming the best version of you that you can be. There are also times when clients have identified that familial traditions have held them captive or even hindered their growth. Processing those things will help you to identify the best path for you as you move forward to your big picture. I would love to assist you on that journey of bec...
We are a group of counselors, social workers, psychologists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners who specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) like skin picking and hair pulling, trauma, depression, ADHD, and life stressors. We rely on treatment that has been proven effective, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and EMDR....
My name is Lori Browning and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who provides counseling to individuals 15 years and older. I obtained my master’s in social work degree from St. Louis University in 1998 and I have over 24 years of experience working in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. I serve and treat a variety of different populations including adults, adolescents, parents, and families. I specialize in treating chronic mental illness, depression, anxiety, panic ...
Struggling with More Than Just Stress? College brings unique challenges, and it's not just about managing symptoms. You might be: - Feeling the pressure to succeed and meet high expectations - Dealing with constant transitions and uncertainty about the future - Experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, or a sense of disconnection - Struggling to find meaningful connections or a sense of belonging - Wondering if there's something deeper beneath the surface that's been missed If you've tri...
At Guiding Light Counseling LLC we believe in the power of the individual through the exploration and processing of the human experience. We focus on children (ages 3 to 12), teens (ages 13 to 17) and family counseling but also provide adult individual counseling and community education around the greater Saint Louis, MO area....
Our Collinsville, Illinois office location is a quick ten-minute drive from downtown St. Louis. We offer appointment availability seven days a week and can provide up to two or three appointments per week, if needed. Our other offices are located in Lake in the Hills, Schaumburg, and St. Charles, Illinois. Two current therapists at Owens Counseling can offer telehealth services across the Illinois/Missouri state line (Lori Kaniewski and Michael Peila). Our Collinsville office is part of a large ...
I believe in the strengths of the clients who come to me for therapy; I want them to experience successes along the way and find belonging in the spaces they inhabit, whether those are current spaces or new ones they create. Key to those successes are elements of confidence-building, personal structure, reflection, and a sense of belonging. Q. Why are you interested to be listed on Thriving Campus? A. In addition to being a licensed psychotherapist I'm also an adjunct professor at a local u...
My counseling practice, Almeta's Porch Counseling, specializes in providing support to individuals who are navigating life transitions that have significantly impacted their overall well-being, with a particular focus on addressing family conflict. Family conflict can influence your thoughts, behaviors, and actions, as well as how they may have shaped your approach to the world in both the past and present. The coping mechanisms and strategies that once served you may no longer be effective, and...
I believe you deserve a space that is welcoming and free of judgment. My goal as your therapist is to help you feel empowered. I enjoy meeting new people and consider it a privilege to share part of each client’s journey....
College can be exciting—but it can also be a lot. Between classes, deadlines, social pressures, and figuring out who you are and what you want, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or like you're falling behind while everyone else seems to have it together. If you're feeling burnt out, stuck, or unsure of your next steps, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out all by yourself. I work with college students navigating stress, anxiety, identity questions, academic pressure, rela...