I am licensed in Missouri with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I approach counseling with respect, sensitivity and the knowledge that individuals are open to change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have experience with a variety of individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, relational concerns, grief and many other distresses. As an advocate and change agent, I am passionate about assisting individuals in making good decisions for their future without the fear of being judged.
My therapy style is listening and empowering individuals to feel open to discuss in-depth problems which can make profound differences in their lives.
I have a Doctorate Degree of Philosophy in Christian Education from Anchor Theological Seminary and Bible Institute. I was the Dean of Students for the School of Ministry and Leadership at my church. As a woman of faith, I can provide guidance in spiritual matters.
When life seems overwhelming and your thoughts become unmanageable, it is time for you to get counseling to unravel your feelings. Please, let me be the one to help you.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Compassion fatigue, Hospice and End of Life Counseling
MO LCSW 003836
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Rochelle Bates. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She is very understanding and helpful. She can feel your pain and hurt just like she is going through herself.
Written on Jul 12, 2024 after therapy with Rochelle for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Lovely first session
Written on Jul 07, 2024 after therapy with Rochelle for 1 month on issues concerning trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Bates is a very wonderful and knowledgeable therapist with a kind heart! She’s very understanding and listens. She has a good knowledge of the Bible and that is a plus for me! She responds quickly and helps me through each situation. I would recommend her to anyone! She is just all out amazing!
Written on Jun 24, 2024 after therapy with Rochelle for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Thank you, for listening and analyzing my thought process.
Written on Jun 04, 2024 after therapy with Rochelle for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Bates is very professional. She and I have some essential life experiences in common. It makes it very easy for she and I to communicate. It is easy for her to relate to me.
Written on Jan 14, 2024 after therapy with Rochelle for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Bates has helped me so much and helped me get out of a bad relationship. 11/10 would recommend to anyone.
Written on Dec 11, 2023 after therapy with Rochelle for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
