I have worked in the mental health field for over 30 years, helping people overcome feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. I am a certified EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) therapist and specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma and other adverse life experiences. I believe in using a holistic, integrated approach to help people overcome barriers in their lives as part of whole person car...
Sometimes getting out of bed and facing the world is unbearable. You are expected to show up and give your best, but you have nothing left to give. You muster up enough strength to get by and do it all over again the next day. Perhaps you are stuck in a rut and fear of everything prevents you from moving forward. Your mind is tired and the thought of taking any type of action scares you and makes you retreat. You find yourself in a vicious cycle of making promises to yourself and others, failing...
The majority of my clientele are in undergraduate or graduate programs. I assist clients in working through the stress, anxiety and uncertainty of this pivotal point in life....
Therapy is a collaboration between therapist and client. My goal is to understand where you are at this moment in your life, help you to identify your goals and work with you, as a partner, to attain them. My approach to individual therapy is short term and goal oriented. I utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address a wide range of problems (see problems treated below). These skills based approach...
If you’re here, it’s probably because you’re ready to make some changes in your life. Maybe you’re struggling to form deep and meaningful relationships. Maybe you’re tired of constantly making to-do lists but never finishing them. Or maybe you’re tired of being plagued by indecision and self-doubt. As a licensed professional counselor, I’ll help you let go of perfectionism, people pleasing and other related anxieties. I’m a perfectionist therapist who loves working with high achievers, anxiou...
Are you feeling powerless as life continues whirling around? Perhaps you are stuck in an area of your life (work, family, relationships)? I understand the desire to feel in control of your emotions and your life. My clients are young adults who are looking to heal and grow into the best version of themselves. I am committed to creating a strong therapeutic connection with my clients. Allowing you to feel safe and secure while sharing about life's struggles and guiding you through the process of ...
Katherine is a warm and engaging therapist who values honesty and transparency in her interactions with clients. She is passionate about helping her clients achieve their goals and find joy in their lives. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process and works closely with clients to create a customized treatment plan that meets their unique needs. Having recovered from her own eating disorder, Katherine is able to bring a unique level of empathy and understanding to every session. Cl...
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I welcome the individual that is curious to understand the myriad of feelings, patterns and issues in one's life. I create space to be known and understand the self. Young adulthood is a time of discovery, to figure out how you want to be. Old defenses and coping skills may not be working as well. My professional interests are broad when it comes to the human condition including grief and loss, relationships and transitions. I work through a relational psychodynamic strength-based attachmen...
Hello there! I wish you the best of luck with navigating your newfound independence; handling and meeting expectations for all your different responsibilities and duties; learning to integrate into different communities and much more. Students in higher education, like yourselves, tend to come to recognize different aspects of establishing a connection to those around them, but more importantly, to themselves. My name is Johnny Kim. I am a licensed clinical social worker located in Saint Lou...
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...
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 ...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health in June 2021 from Northwestern University. In the four years I have been practicing as an intern and licensed counselor, I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, phase of life issues, trauma, communication issues, and relationship difficulties. I view therapy as a collaborative experience, with clients and their counselor working together in their therapeutic journey. I st...
I am a licensed professional counselor with 17 years of experience. Way back then, I believe I was born curious. At any given time, I find myself pondering the 'why' of something. This curiosity led me to want to understand why people do the things they do and why they think the things they think. It guided me to a career I love: being a therapist. In the profession I've chosen, my specialties are couples and trauma. I also employ a compassionate yet evidence-based approach to help you achie...
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...
Mental health is as important as physical health! For those struggling with their mental health, it takes a great deal of strength and courage to reach out and ask for help. I would love to work with you on your journey to wellness, balance, and emotional understanding. I am passionate about working with those experiencing anxiety, depression, stressful life transitions, difficulties in relationships (familial and otherwise), and those who have experienced trauma. I tailor my therapeutic approac...
Emily Lanspa is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of Missouri and a Registered Play Therapist (RPT). She completed her undergraduate and graduate degrees in social work at Saint Louis University with a specialization in children and youth and a background in psychology. Emily has worked in school and clinical settings, providing mental health therapy and social-emotional skill building to children and adolescents. Her clinical specialties include trauma, stress and anxiety, d...
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...
Hello, I’m Kara Hicks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Florida, Missouri, and Ohio. As a licensed clinical social worker, I know that you want to be your BEST self in all aspects of your life. Isn’t that the ultimate goal? What steps do we take to get there? Well…let me help you with that. We will work together to identify the barriers that are preventing you from achieving that ultimate goal and identify steps to get you there. I can see the small steps even when you c...
I am a trauma-informed therapist who works with adult clients in individual therapy. I have a special heart for working with individuals who struggle with boundary issues, codependency, self-esteem, and shame. I also work with survivors of narcissistic/emotional/spiritual abuse; clients with ADHD/ASD; and those with relational/attachment trauma through abuse and neglect in their family of origin. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities to fit the unique needs of each client. I have a knac...