I specialize in helping women who feel uncomfortable in their skin, out of control with food or weight, worried about whether they "measure up," or who want to improve their sense of self-worth. I take a client-centered, compassionate, and autonomy-supportive approach to empower you in finding balance, self-compassion, and fulfillment, so that you can more fully live the life you've always dreamed of, without being held back by insecurities or self-doubts. I integrate evidence-based treatment...
Growth and Change Counseling is a relationships oriented counseling practice that is passionate about helping people develop the relational intelligence to step out of their anxiety, depression, and addiction and to experience wholeness in their relationships and satisfaction in their life. All of our problems root back to the breakdown in our relationships and the of relational intelligence due to or the lack of relational intelligence (ex. Autism Spectrum Disorder). At the core of our being we...
Are you tired of feeling "not like yourself?" Life is not always easy. We come across challenges in our daily lives that are hard to cope with, causing us to feel stuck, confused, overwhelmed, or on edge. Transitions, such as going to college, starting a new career, or becoming a parent, can be welcome changes but can also be hard to manage. My background in both Social Work and Child Development gives me a unique, holistic perspective that informs my practice. I particularly enjoy using my know...
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...
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Hi my name is Karolyn! It is hard being a teen and young adult. I believe that working collaboratively with young people and their families is rewarding and necessary for positive lasting change. I have witnessed how therapy can be a powerful way to learn more about yourself, resolve conflict, and develop and practice skills. With the client, I will explore needs, motivation for change, and set goals that are achievable and desirable. I will do this in an authentic, safe, affirming way that is m...
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....
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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 ...
I believe that each of my clients deserves to be protected, valued, and provided with all the necessary support to become the people they strive to be. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor. I earned a Master's in Social Work from the University of Denver. I specialize in working with high-risk youth, women, HIV/Addiction clients, older adults ages 55 and up, and families who are caregivers to older adults. I serve individuals in the Missouri, Colorado, and Illin...
Sarah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her Master’s degree from the Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis and dual Bachelor degrees in Social Work and Spanish from the University of Northern Iowa. Sarah works with adults and older teens struggling with depression, anxiety-related disorders, PTSD and other trauma-related disorders, grief, stress, adjustment issues, women’s issues, and relationship issues. Sarah helps those who aren’t feeling like ...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and appreciate working with clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationships, teen-parent conflicts, religious trauma/abuse and gender and sexual identity struggles. I have experience helping individuals, families, and couples work through life transitions and challenges including aging, relationships, financial hardships, social anxieties, spiritual identity, and divorce. We can't do it all on our own. I offer a safe space to help you mana...
Working with me, you can expect a therapist that provides empathy and understanding of your experience and perspective while using structured interventions to help you feel better. I follow a model of therapy called TEAM-CBT pioneered by David Burns, MD. My approach to therapy includes self-help assignments for you to practice between sessions to help you resolve the problems you face now and leave you with tools you can use to address future challenges. I also incorporate elements of mindfulnes...
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...
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...
The skills I provide you are skills I have learned and perfected over the past decade of working with people just like you. My goal is to help you fill your toolbox with many tools and techniques to last you for a lifetime. I am a client-centered and strength-based therapist. Working with me is a collaborative journey to address depression, anxiety, and/or trauma. I am trained in evidence-based approaches that teach proven techniques. We will address brain science and how our experiences impact ...
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I offer treatment for formally diagnosed eating disorders, such as anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, and binge eating disorder, as well as support for anyone with a challenging relationship to food or body image concerns. Additionally, I love supporting individuals with anxiety, helping them to live more and worry less. My approach is deeply relational, fostering a space where clients can feel seen, valued, and understood....
Sometimes our thoughts, emotions, and past experiences can get in the way of us experiencing internal peace and living the life we desire. I believe that everyone possesses positive, innate tools that can help them conquer life’s challenges and reach personal growth. I have a passion for encouraging individuals to identify and become the best version of themselves possible. As a trauma-informed clinician, I have helped clients navigate through life's challenges including but not limited to: s...
Seeking to provide clients with personal, meaningful connection where who you are and your story matter Office Hours Monday – Saturday By Appt. Admin Support Monday- Thursday 9:00am -5:00pm Friday 9:00am-3:00pm...