Named after the Roman goddess of dawn, Aurora was founded in 1870 by Stephen G. Elliott. It became a mining town when ore was found in 1885 when one of the residents was digging a well. The town soon became popular with miners and then grew even more as the railroads came to their area. Aurora continued to prosper but remained a small town with its quaint charm and low crime rates.

There are also a lot of mental health experts in the Aurora area who are on hand to help anyone who needs a little extra support or information about their mental or emotional concerns. If you need to talk to someone about your mental health, reach out to one of the counselors in the Aurora area today.

Psychologist Hillary Haarmann providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Hillary Haarmann

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment

Hi! My name is Hillary. I am a licensed therapist with many years of experience in providing talk therapy to clients with a diverse set of backgrounds. I enjoy working with people, helping them to realize their full potential and by providing support and guidance in reaching their goals. I received my Bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, and my Master’s degree from Washington University in St. Louis. I have experience working with adults and teenagers living with stress, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and chemical dependency. I help and support people going through major life transitions such as; new job, parenting, relationship stressors, grief/loss, etc. I like to use cognitive behavioral therapy, challenging negative automatic thoughts, working towards a healthier self. I believe having a constructive view of the self is the first step to moving forward to achieve your goals. I like to concentrate on solution-focused therapy using client’s goals as their motivation to better themselves, being mindful, present in the moment, as a place to start. I want to assist my clients to find their own empowerment. I offer my clients new perspectives while focusing on their strengths and support them in their journey towards the life they want and deserve. I look forward to working with you. I believe the client-therapist team is an extremely powerful partnership that can bring about positive change. Thank you and I look forward to working with you, Hillary

Psychologist Brenda Lauer providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Brenda Lauer

Clinician
License Type(s): MA LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementDepression
15 years offering treatment

I am currently working part time Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. I am EST and usually work afternoons. I am a Licensed Professional counselor with over 15 years of experience as a therapist in a private practice and I am also a hypnosis coach. I have worked with a wide variety of clients, military, first responder, and other people from all walks of life. My clients were of various diagnosis: PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, to name a few. I have a gentle but warm counseling style. I believe in seeing the world from my clients eyes and then work on expanding the world view. I treat client with respect, compassion, and empathy. I have several therapeutic approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, rational emotive behavioral, mindfulness, and humanistic. I do not believe in the "cookie cutter" approach, I will get to know you and work with you on the approach the works best for you. I believe therapy can be life changing for the better and it will be the best decision you can make, not just with me but any therapist. You are not alone and there are options to help better your mental health. I would enjoy working with you!

Psychologist Tausha Taylor providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Tausha Taylor

Clinician
License Type(s): MS, LPC, NBCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issues
12 years offering treatment

I am a licensed professional counselor in Missouri with over 12 years of experience working as a therapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, autism, learning disabilities, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, dialectic behavior therapy, EMDR, and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Amy Studer providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Amy Studer

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficulties
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Missouri with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbt-related issues, relationship issues, 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist LaDawna Thomas providing different types of therapy in Aurora

LaDawna Thomas

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW,MM
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
25 years offering treatment

To Thine Own Self Be True! Your emotional well being is a vital part of being productive and living a well balanced life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a life long passion for helping others. I have provided services to youth and adults for over 20 years and I specialize in anger management, depression, family and intimate relationship issues, anxiety disorders, perinatal mental health, and behavior modification. I utilize the cognitive behavioral, client-centered, and solution-focused approaches to create mindfulness awareness for my clients to address their current thought processes. I also specialize in trauma informed therapy that is needed in every community. The goal is to assist each individual to develop positive thinking in order to reach productive and healthy thought patterns, actions and decisions. My therapy style is supportive and compassionate while being direct and challenging at times.

Psychologist Christina Woods providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Christina Woods

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
23 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Missouri with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Priscilla Williams providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Priscilla Williams

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed clinical social worker in Missouri and Oregon, with over 5 years of professional and clinical work experience. I am a Program Advisor for Women in Leadership with Lindenwood University. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe in focusing on strengths. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in this process.

Psychologist Morgan Light providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Morgan Light

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Missouri with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, & depression. I specialize in DBT therapy, but my approach to therapy is individualized to each client. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Jeffrey Rustige providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Jeffrey Rustige

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Missouri with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & 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. 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.

Psychologist Christa Rupar providing different types of therapy in Aurora

Christa Rupar

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issues
4 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Missouri with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will help you overcome the blocks in your life. My care and expertise come from a biblical perspective and a clinically informed approach. I look forward to walking alongside you and helping you create a healthy life.

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Types of therapists available to clients in Aurora

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Aurora that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Aurora available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Aurora therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Aurora therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Aurora region and in the state of Missouri.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Aurora can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Aurora may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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