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...
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...
Equip is the leading evidence-based virtual eating disorder treatment program on a mission to ensure that everyone with an eating disorder has access to treatment that works. Built by clinical experts in the eating disorder field and those who have experienced eating disorders firsthand, Equip fills the gaps in today’s insufficient eating disorder landscape. We provide fully virtual, evidence-based treatment through a multidisciplinary care team (which includes a medical provider, therapist, ...
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We, as counselors, are committed to offering compassionate, wise care to help with life’s challenging relational problems. We specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an evidence-based modality of treatment highly effective for work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. In our work, we strive to bring hope and restore security and peace within key attachment relationships. We believe in the possibility of real and lasting change because we see our clients grasp it every day....
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 ...
Many people are curious about psychodynamic therapy and exactly how it can help them. As a psychodynamic therapist, I prioritize our therapeutic relationship and create a space in which you feel safe to express anything that is on your mind. I emphasize close listening, especially to emotional pain, which tends to come out in the form of anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts. Together we will work to understand symptoms on a deeper level. As a psychodynamic therapist who works across t...
I support students who are dealing with painful experiences that are getting in the way of life. I specialize in working with sexual trauma, chronic illness, medical trauma, and religious trauma. I love working with queer, neurodivergent, and highly sensitive students. Therapy doesn't have to be super intense - it can be whatever you need it to be. I offer EMDR Therapy and weekend EMDR Intensives for when your mental health is seriously impacting your life or you want to feel better faster. ...
Karis House provides gospel-centered, affordable counseling in churches and communities in the St. Louis Metro Area. Karis House is committed to providing clients with care and counsel so they can experience healing in their relationships with God and with people. We recognize that people come to counseling for a variety of reasons, including personal problems, relationship problems, spiritual issues, and addictions. We want to hear your story and help you on the path towards healing and rest...
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I work with clients to overcome barriers by setting goals and work with clients to develop skills and overcome problems to bring out the best in themselves. I approach each client as an individual, work with you to create a plan of action that focuses on developing your strengths and provide positive support to you throughout the achievement of your goals so that you can get back to living your ideal life as quickly as possible....
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...
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...
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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 ...
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...
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...
Anxiety!, Stress!, pressure to conform and hide who you are can be so exhausting. Whether you are neurodivergent, autistic, queer, gender expansive, or experience multiple intersections of being marginalized, the last thing you need is to be told how to conform to systems of oppression that don’t value you. If you are longing to really be known and celebrated for who you are, let’s talk and work together so you have the nourishing environment in therapy where you can experience the healing and g...
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....
My ultimate goal as an LPC is to assist my clients in living their absolute best life. Depression, anxiety, lack of self-esteem, past trauma, and hurt are all factors that could be prohibiting an individual from being happy and living their best life. These concerns and more are addressed in our sessions. Thinking patterns, toxic behaviors, belief systems and relationships will be explored. You deserve the best out of life, so why not take a step in that direction. I will do the utmost so that y...