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...
My clients are very diverse in age, ethnicity, social economic status, and gender/sexual identity. I would like to be culturally humble and honor your background and identity. I am interested in trauma and I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) for most of my clients. Thanks for considering me as your therapist. You are so strong to ask for help. I can be reached by phone or email....
Beginning therapy can feel like an intimidating experience. We have this idea of an unknown place where a stranger makes us open up about some of our deepest innermost thoughts… and then what happens? I get it. I’ve had those same thoughts about beginning therapy. But, what if I told you therapy doesn’t have to be hard or intimidating? I believe therapy should be rewarding and even fun (for real)! As your therapist, I will support you as we uncover what it means to have a life worth living and f...
Austin Wilmot, MSW, LCSW is a child and adult psychotherapist in private practice with advanced training and experience working with a range of individuals, including college students. He earned a Master of Social Work from the George Warren Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis, and completed the Advanced Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Program at the St. Louis Psychoanalytic Institute, as well as a two-year clinical program with their Schiele Clinic. His approach ...
Hi, I'm Gabby! I can help you with anxiety, stress about the future, feeling lost, struggles with major life transitions, and self-confidence. My approach is collaborative, meaning we're going to work as a team to tackle whatever challenges your facing. I highly value your input, and will incorporate what you share into our plan. I know you've heard generic advice a hundred times from friends, family, and the internet. You already know you can use a planner and go for a walk. I can offer you the...
If you are looking for a sign, here it is! Maybe you have thought about taking this step for a long time. Maybe you have asked a friend, or sibling if they have ever sought out a counselor. Possibly it's that one unresolved issue that has been nagging you for years; something you thought would go away, but only gets worse. Has there been a recent change in your life that is wreaking havoc on your relationships and work life? Whatever your reasons, the answer is right here, right now. My office ...
My passion has always been treating eating disorders and the underlying causes such as depression and anxiety. I have worked with college athletes and the demands and pressures associated with being a student athlete. I believe full recovery from an eating disorder is possible and I am passionate about working with clients to achieve that desired result. Another clinical passion and area of focus has been assisting with identity development and navigating life transitions such as going to a...
When you find yourself struggling to cope with all of life's demands, you may feel stuck, exhausted, and overwhelmed. Each time you try something new, you end up right back where you started. This cycle may leave you with a sense of frustration, hopelessness, and confusion. If you find yourself wondering "why is nothing changing?" it probably means you need to try something different. In our work, a renewed sense of understanding is given to your struggles. By providing you with a safe and n...