Misty East, LCSW
About me
I am licensed in Texas and Illinois with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Systemic Therapy
License information
IL LCSW 149015189
TX LCSW 69723
Reviews
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Misty is extremely in tune and provides great perspective - even after such a short time getting to know me.
I always look forward to our sessions and learn so much more about myself.
Written on Feb 14, 2026 after therapy with Misty for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and adhd
I have had a couple sessions so far but Misty is professional and has good intentions and has helped me cope with my struggles highly recommend her
Written on Feb 13, 2026 after therapy with Misty for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes