Courtney Kempker is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. She earned her Master of Education degree in Counseling Psychology from University of Missouri-Columbia. Courtney received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Central Methodist University. Courtney has over three years of experience providing tele-mental health services, including virtual Brainspotting. She is passionate about serving youth and families and has over four years of experience working with clients that have experienced developmental trauma. Courtney also enjoys working with adults experiencing transitions in life such as going off college, starting a new job, moving, and parenthood. Courtney has received training in Brainspotting Phase I and II, Polyvagal Theory, Attachment, and Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga. She is passionate about learning innovative interventions and evidence based practices for trauma integration. Courtney strives to provide culturally competent care and continues to expand her skillset.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Emptiness, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MO LPC 2018036463
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Courtney is caring and creates a space for me to express myself freely. She responds thoughtfully and provides supportive, constructive, and motivating feedback. I am grateful for her patience and support she has provided as I navigate through my process.
Written on May 16, 2023 after therapy with Courtney for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
So far Courtney has been great. She’s easy to talk to and gives me a better understanding of the things I’m dealing with. Back for the second time with her and looking forward to all her help.
Written on Nov 27, 2022 after therapy with Courtney for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Courney helped me tremendously with my issues that I had been suffering with for 3 years now. My life is so much better now thanks to Courtney!!
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Courtney for 6 months on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Courtney mixes her professionalism with a friendly conversation that is relaxing. She listens and responses with helpful advice.
Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Courtney for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and grief
I have had two sessions with Courtney so far and she’s great! I couldn’t ask for a better therapist. She listens to me and helps me understand myself and my past. Outside of sessions she responds fairly quickly. So glad I got her as my first therapist ever!
Written on Mar 11, 2022 after therapy with Courtney for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
I’m not someone who easily opens up but I am able to talk to her like I’ve known her for years. She’s helped me through some of my more private struggles I’m not likely to share with others. She validated my feelings and gives me advice on how to communicate better with my loved ones.
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Courtney for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue