From the St. Lawrence Center at the University of Kansas to my clinical studies at Divine Mercy University in Washington DC, I have been fascinated by the balance between the spiritual and mental life within the human person. My time with the Apostles of the Interior Life in Rome, Italy and the year of formation in the seminary at the University of St. Mary of the Lake at Mundeleine, IL set the tone for my philosophical and theological mindset. I was then blessed to find my true calling to cli...
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...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who approaches work with adults through a Psychodynamic, Trauma- Informed lens. I view symptoms as expressions of unconscious conflicts and painful core beliefs that need to be compassionately understood and metabolized in order to achieve therapy goals. When we understand and learn to love ourselves, we gain access to choices about who we are and how we want to live that we never thought possible. It is an honor for me to accompany people on this journey. ...
You’ve been through things that haunt you and pull you back into your past. Perhaps you’re worried if you face them they will overwhelm you. This paralyzes you or creates anxiety. Or maybe you push down your feelings and try to live the life you want but keep ending up with people who hurt you. You want to break out of the cycle, but you’re not sure where to start. You need hope for recovery from shame and trauma. You need someone to help you to the next part of your story - a warm space to be y...
With over 40 years in the St. Louis, community, our practice has a variety of practitioners with varying fees, insurances taken, ages, and specialties. Call our main number and we will help find the best fit for you....
My office is a safe space for all, regardless of gender or sexual orientation; everyone is welcome here. I believe that everyone is human first, and no two people are alike. I use an individualized approach to best suit my clients' needs and I work diligently to facilitate a strong therapeutic bond and create a safe, nonjudgmental space with every interaction. It takes a village and I am here to be part of yours....
We specialize in evidence-based therapies for anxiety and OCD. If talk therapy hasn't worked for you in the past or if you're interested in focused therapy to help learn new skills, we might be a good fit....
Hello all! My name is Brandi and I am a masters level intern in the Clinical Mental Health program at the University of Missouri- St. Louis. I embarked on this journey because of my passion to see people heal and develop skills to live well. I believe that people should treat their mental health just as important as their physical health! So I am eager to learn and grow while serving the community and bringing awareness to mental health. My goal is to help people view their circumstance from a f...
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Hello! My name is Britni Gray and I recently graduated from the University of Missouri- St. Louis with an M.Ed in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am currently working as a CIT/PLPC. I embarked on this journey after experiencing difficult life circumstances and wishing that I had an outlet to process those challenges. When I discovered mental health counseling, I quickly gained a desire to work in the field and be an empathetic and compassionate listener and helper to those who were experien...
Do you ever feel misunderstood or like you don’t fit in? Is this causing you to feel anxious or disconnected from life? As a queer mental health professional, I have experience working with individuals with Autism, ADHD, trauma, depression and anxiety. I believe in identifying and building upon your strengths. Utilizing techniques from DBT, CBT, and mindfulness, I strive to help you process emotions and develop coping skills for when you feel overwhelmed or experience sensory overload. Working t...
My passion is to uncover the misunderstood topic of Mental Health. I am passionate and have a love for God’s people that has led me to my ministry in counseling. I reveal God’s love and compassion for the hurting and stuck through counseling. One of my devotions is building on the strengths of my clients. I like to create a haven for release, hope, change, and well-being. I want to meet my clients where they are and support their specific intellectual, spiritual and mental needs. One of my ...
As your therapist my goal is to help you work through whatever is in the way to the life you’ve always envisioned, and redefining what is possible. The “work through” part is not just talk therapy; it will include incorporating EMDR therapy, IFS (Internal Family Systems therapy, also known as parts work), attachment theory (EFT), ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy), somatic approach - all of which are wholistic methods that allow to attend and process on three levels: body, emotions, and min...
Hello! I am a mental health therapist specializing in life transitions, depression, anxiety, and identity formation. If you find yourself experiencing any of the above, as well as any struggles with motivation, productivity, or just *feeling less than great and unsure why or what to do about it,* we might be a perfect fit!...
Your incredible potential as a human being is the single most valuable thing on earth. Your ability to love, heal, and grow is unmatched. So often we find ourselves trapped by overwhelming emotions, traumatizing experiences, and impossible expectations. Whether you find yourself needing support during a difficult time of transition and change or have struggled with mental wellness for years, my job is to come along side you and help you find the freedom you were made for. In my practice, I cr...
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....
Hi there! My name is Lauren Robinson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am excited to ~virtually~ meet you! I am a solution-focused, trauma-informed and strengths based mental health practitioner, looking to support my clients in an approachable and supportive way. I know life can throw us curve-balls from time to time, and I want to be there to support and guide my clients and their families in whatever ways possible. A few of my approaches include- Solutions-focused, S...
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...
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