College, while rewarding and enjoyable, can also be a really stressful experience. You are expected to juggle a full course load, a social life, often a job, and sometimes family stressors, all at the same time. I bet you would agree it can be overwhelming. I get it (really, I do), and I want to support you. I’m a strong believer in self-care and creating a realistic and healthy life-school-work balance. I want to help you remember that your mental health and well-being are the most important fa...
My commitment to you is to always meet you where you are, to work closely to gain an understanding of your goals, and help you implement the necessary skills and interventions to achieve those goals. I pride myself on being "all in" for my clients: being fully present, understanding people's journeys, and seeing where they're coming from and where they're headed. Solving problems and celebrating progress—these are the steps we'll take together on your journey....
Hello my name is Velma Bell, Founder and President of BIW Counseling since 2017. I am a licensed clinical social worker in the State of Missouri and Illinois. I am a social worker, a therapist and trauma survivor. I am Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 trained, Acceptance, Commitment Therapy (ACT) Intermediate trained and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I am an alumni of the Brown School of Social Work and currently an Adjunct Instructor in the mental health concentration at t...
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...
We are a private practice located in Blue Springs MO. We offer online or in person sessions. We have experience with a lot of different concerns some of them being anxiety, depression, PTSD, Athlete Therapy, Play Therapy, and much more....
Hi, I am Carrie a counselor in St Louis, MO for over 20 years. I have experience working with college students and love counseling them. My clinical approach is compassionate, empathic & non judgmental. I would be honored to work with you during this stage of your life. I know that it is an exciting time & also can be a challenging time. I believe that my length work history with individuals from all backgrounds makes me a good fit for college students. Please reach out to me if I can be of s...
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I have been practicing psychotherapy since 1995.I currently have a private practice in Clayton,Missouri.I enjoy working with clients to better their relationship with themselves and others.I am comfortable working with a variety of issues including but not limited to,depression,anxiety,adjustment issues, relationship and family issues .I am a trauma informed therapist.I offer both in the office and virtual appointments...
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Hello! Making the decision to begin therapy is an important investment in your quality of life. I can help you understand and transform painful and confusing experiences. I specialize in treating relationship distress, emotional abuse, narcissistic abuse and gaslighting, depression and anxiety, and trauma recovery. It is my passion to support clients toward feeling freer, happier and more at peace. I am licensed in both MO and IL. I accept Anthem/BCBS, United Healthcare, Aetna and Cigna, as...
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Finding yourself feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burnt out? Does depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem hold you back? Are you struggling with relationship concerns, parenting challenges, or trauma? We know experiencing these challenges can impact every area of life. It is uncomfortable and can leave you feeling like life has become unmanageable. You don’t have to face these challenges alone. True healing is possible. Our goal at Goal Driven Counseling is to increase access to quality ment...
Do you or your child display high emotional intensity? Passion and drive for learning? Insatiable curiosity, extreme focus and perfectionist tendencies? Deep empathy and awareness of social injustices and hypocrisy? Fear of trying new things and anxiety about the unknown? Gifted individuals are characterized by their heightened perceptions of self and the world around them, but are often limited in their ability to process their intense reactions and emotions. I understand and can relate to the ...
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We are a counseling center with two locations that specializes in treating trauma, not just through talk, but by working with the entire body to heal life's everyday traumas as well as life altering ones. These can result in anxiety and depression following events such as car accidents, death or divorce. Some also experience chronic illness from assaults, abuse or childhood neglect. Some clients may not know the source of their stress but they know they need support in making life changes. Our r...
Welcome! I work with adults and young adults who want to find joy, purpose, and ease in their lives, but struggle to make this a reality. Instead, they find themselves feeling trapped by painful thoughts, emotions, habits, traumatic experiences, or current circumstances—including political and cultural factors that impact mental health. I combine genuine warmth, empathy, and humor with practical guidance to help clients work through their unique challenges. I have a collaborative, engaged app...
Dealing with pain is hard and scary. College can be a stressful and overwhelming time of life. We get that. At Avenues Counseling, we offer counseling in Richmond Heights and Ferguson, for those seeking healing from the pains of life, as well as those seeking personal growth. We exist to offer you a safe, trustworthy place to ask difficult questions, share your life story, and walk with you as you seek restoration. We help when you're struggling with stress, family conflict, anxiety, depre...
Are you struggling through life or feeling lost and directionless? Almost everyone needs help along life’s journey. Life transitions can be hard, and knowing ourselves deeply can help us improve our mood and change our lives. In my psychotherapy practice, I use a non-judgmental approach to help you open-mindedly evaluate your own life and to help you find alternative ways to view and solve your problems. My education includes a PhD in pharmacology and physiology and a master's degree in clini...
Jenna is an Army veteran and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Evangel University. She is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and is a Certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist. Jenna has 10 years of experience as a therapist and clinical supervisor providing individual and group therapy in both outpatient and inpatient settings, as well as substance use recovery. She specializes in anxiety, shame, grief and loss, tra...