We have immediate low-cost options for Missouri students. We work with individuals, families, and children. We specialize in trauma including generational trauma, perinatal, immigrants, parent-child relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and family conflict. Our greatest intention is to help you understand yourself better and improve your quality of life and relationships. We tailor our approach to the needs of each person or family, responding to your unique problems, identi...
Loving someone who struggles with addiction can feel heavy, confusing, and isolating. You don’t have to carry that alone. New Dawn Family Healing is a therapy center in Creve Coeur, Missouri, offering mental health support for individuals who have been impacted by a loved one’s substance use. Whether your parent, sibling, roommate, or partner is struggling with addiction, we’re here to help you take care of your own healing. We specialize in: Individual therapy for those affected by a...
Our Stories Define Us As we venture into the unknown world from infancy, we encounter a range of emotions and experiences that shape us. Life’s ups and downs can be overwhelming, leaving us struggling to cope. Our individual stories, influenced by these experiences, define who we are today. At Healthy Mind, we believe that by embracing vulnerability and courage, you can share your authentic story in a safe space and begin your healing journey. Our vision is to create an environment where you...
Loving someone who struggles with addiction can feel like living in two worlds. On one hand, you care deeply and want to help. On the other hand, you’re drained, anxious, and constantly second-guessing yourself. Maybe it’s your parent, your sibling, your best friend, or even your partner or your child. No matter how much you care, it’s easy to lose yourself in the process. At New Dawn Family Healing, we specialize in helping those impacted by a loved one's substance use disorder. You might fe...
Are you looking to improve your quality of life? Are you hoping to feel more at ease? I am here to help. I am passionate about helping others enhance their quality of life. Finding the right therapist can be challenging. Determining the support you are hoping for is essential. I am Dede Kott, a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in treating trauma and related stressors with older teens and adults in managing life with/after trauma and loss, navigating anxiety and depression. I...
Welcome! Are you one of those students who struggles with keeping things organized or gets stuck and shuts down when you have a lot going on? Do you get overwhelmed easily? Are you just having some trouble adjusting to being at school? Imagine feeling at ease when you have big assignments coming up, or having the coping skills to work through anxiety and feelings of being overwhelmed! Life would be easier and you would be more more in control. If that’s you, you have come to the right p...
I'm passionate about helping you navigate life's transitions and find clarity during uncertain times. Whether you're adjusting to college, shifting careers, or facing another major life change, it's natural to feel overwhelmed or stuck. But transitions don't just affect the moment you're in-they often bring up deeper questions about who you are, what you want, and how to build a life that feels truly fulfilling. Therapy isn't just about getting through this chapter; it's about gaining the tools ...
Hi, I’m Khamara Harris, a Black cisgendered woman. I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor at PlayfulLeigh Psyched. I help students who are feeling overwhelmed, navigating family or cultural stress, or just trying to feel more connected to themselves. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in culture and safety. I use a mix of expressive therapy and somatic tools to help you slow down, feel grounded, and tune into what you need without judgment. Whether you're working throu...
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....
Hello, I’m Kara Hicks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Florida, Missouri, and Ohio. As a licensed clinical social worker, I know that you want to be your BEST self in all aspects of your life. Isn’t that the ultimate goal? What steps do we take to get there? Well…let me help you with that. We will work together to identify the barriers that are preventing you from achieving that ultimate goal and identify steps to get you there. I can see the small steps even when you c...
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...
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...
The majority of my clientele are in undergraduate or graduate programs. I assist clients in working through the stress, anxiety and uncertainty of this pivotal point in life....
Therapy is a collaboration between therapist and client. My goal is to understand where you are at this moment in your life, help you to identify your goals and work with you, as a partner, to attain them. My approach to individual therapy is short term and goal oriented. I utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address a wide range of problems (see problems treated below). These skills based approach...
Charlie Health is a virtual mental health program for adolescents and young adults with moderate or severe mental health concerns or co-occurring substance use disorders. Designed to meet the needs of those who require more than weekly therapy, our program combines curated group therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy into personalized treatment programs. We are helping to serve those who are in crisis, or have been historically underserved, by eliminating the most significant trea...
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...
I endeavor to create a context of genuine connection and understanding, where we can explore your unique experience and work towards a more fulfilled life. Together, we can examine your values, beliefs, and patterns, and find ways to align them with your deepest desires. My approach is collaborative, empathetic, and rooted in a belief in your innate resilience and potential. I hope to help you develop greater acceptance of yourself and find meaning in your position in life. My approach blends...
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 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...
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...