Balestra Family Counseling is a private practice located in downtown Clayton. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, OCD, and a variety of life stressors. I use an integrative/eclectic and person-centered approach while offering a supportive and judgment free space. I approach clients with empathy and authenticity and aim to give you an opportunity to feel heard and seen. I would be honored...
Lately you’ve been feeling down. Maybe you're having trouble sleeping, eating, or isolating and every day feels like a struggle. Perhaps you’ve been feeling nervous, maybe even for no clear reason, and it’s making it hard to focus or function well. Some people even feel like their mind has been playing tricks on them - like having extraordinary experiences where you’re seeing or hearing things others don’t seem to see or hear. Or perhaps those scary moments from your past seem to be getting bigg...
Compassionate Counseling St. Louis offers therapy for anxious college students. You’re juggling your classes, your clubs, your job, your internship applications, and you barely have time to just stop and think. When you do - if you do - you feel this pressure to do more. Because if you’re not doing as much as possible, maybe it means you’re failing, and maybe it means you’re not proving yourself and proving your worth to others. College anxiety, overwhelm, and perfectionism is super common...
Karen utilizes non-judgmental and empowering approaches that focus on helping individuals access internal strengths to cope with life's difficulties. She works based on the belief that each person is unique and possesses a distinct wisdom that, when accessed, allows for powerful healing. Karen offers unconditional support for improved wellbeing while actively challenging behaviors that may hinder progress. Interventions specific to clients' needs are regularly reviewed in order to provide tools ...
I work with persons of all genders and marginalized identities with my specialty area being helping survivors of sexual and relationship violence address posttraumatic stress symptoms. In addition to that work, I also help many clients address their depression, anxiety, life stressors, childhood trauma, sexual health, and relationship/family dynamics. Since my work primarily addresses trauma and sexual topics, I am very intentional about cultivating an LGBTQ+ affirming and inclusive space. Pleas...
Perfectionism, social anxiety, adjustment to a time of significant change, ruminative worries, obsessive thoughts, unwanted behaviors? We've got you! We are a small group of therapists that specialize in helping people who struggle with anxiety related problems and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder using evidence-based therapy....
Dr. Jen, anxiety expert, is a clinical psychologist authorized to see clients for teletherapy in over 30 states. She’s an international speaker and author with over 25 years of specializing in the treatment of anxiety. Worried? Anxious? She’s an expert at treating generalized anxiety disorder (GAD; the worry disorder). However, Dr Jen is very experienced in treating panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), insomnia, phobias, test anxiety, stress, performance anxiety, depression and s...
Anxiety has a way of creeping into every part of life—especially during college, when so much is changing so quickly. You might find that small stressors snowball until they feel completely overwhelming, and then suddenly you’re snapping, shutting down, or withdrawing—and even you aren't sure why. That constant state of being “on edge” is exhausting, and without a way to process or release it, it can take a real toll on your well-being, your relationships, and your ability to focus and grow. ...
I work with people feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change—people who want to feel confident, connected, and in control of their lives. Many of my clients are seeking support for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, body image concerns, relationship challenges, or low self-esteem. My goal is to help you move toward a healthier, fulfilling version of yourself. Many of my patients are readers. When desired, I suggest novels that offer insight, perspectives, or emotional connectio...
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College is a time in life where individuals face a lot of challenges as they transition from teens to adults. I work with individuals struggling with these life transitions, anxiety, OCD, stress and trauma....
I work with children, adolescents and adults who come with a range of concerns. Many are challenged with depression, anxiety and/or relationship concerns. For many, a history of trauma is at the root of their struggles. Working together to better understand the origin of one’s symptoms can foster healing and growth. Those with a history of trauma have much to gain from such an approach....
I am a licensed professional counselor who works from a client-centered approach. My goal is to provide a warm and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to share and process your experiences. I think of counseling as a place to gain greater insight and self-awareness around core beliefs. I will work with you to identify patterns of maladaptive coping and learn healthier ways to cope with life's challenges. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from Saint Louis University a...
When you’re in college, anxiety can sneak up on you fast. One minute you’re managing, and the next, you’re overwhelmed, burned out, and wondering why everything feels so much harder than you thought it would be. Maybe you're putting tons of pressure on yourself to be perfect. Maybe your motivation is gone, or you’re stuck in a loop of overthinking and self-doubt. I specialize in helping college students work through these exact challenges. I use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavi...
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...
I have been in practice for 45 years, helping individuals, couples and families. My approach is rooted in family systems, attachment theory and is trauma-informed. For 35 years I have studied, practiced and taught T'ai Chi and Qigong and integrate these ancient tools into modern psychotherapy. I also offer experiential ways to help 'rewire' your nervous system for more balance and peace using Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping, eye movements, and sounds) as well as Equine-Assisted Psychotherap...
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College can be a time of incredible growth—and sometimes, deep struggle. I’m here to walk alongside you through the complexities of life, relationships, and emotional well-being. Whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, navigating the pain of grief or loss, feeling stuck in patterns of anger or disconnection, or simply trying to make sense of your place in the world, you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in helping students work through emotional and relational challenges rooted in experien...
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...
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 ...