I am a professional counselor licensed in the state of Missouri, with about seven years of experience, and over a decade and a half of experience working with addiction and mental health. I have worked with a range of clients, from children to elderly, who have come to me for a variety of issues, including anxiety and stress, depression, relationship issues, addiction, and lack of motivation. There are times in our lives when we need a new vision and someone to help us create strategies to overcome old challenges and take life to the next level. Seeking this change can be a daunting task, but I am here to help support you in your success. My counseling style is rather eclectic, based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with strong influences from Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused techniques, and existential psychotherapy. I look forward to working with you!

Hello! My name is Laurie and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing in the State of Missouri. I am able to work with members from Missouri. I have been working as a counselor for 12 years. I have worked for better help since 2019. I have worked with individuals facing major life events, job stress, anxiety, depression, workplace stress and grief. I believe in starting where the individual is at that moment and working from there. I believe treatment should be highly individualized. I am nonjudgmental and empathetic. I use cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices to assist individuals in bringing out their strengths and reducing their stress level. I believe in taking control of negative thinking. I believe we can work together to achieve a balanced, positive life. I believe that we all have the potential within to achieve satisfaction in life. I want to assist in identifying these strengths. I want to help find those obstacles and assist in resolving them. I am an active and empathetic listener. I offer practical tools to help keep you moving in a goal-oriented direction. I draw upon a range of therapeutic strategies including cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanistic approaches, strength-based approaches, solution focused techniques, and mindfulness. I treat everyone with empathy, respect and dignity. I look forward to working together.

Hello, name is Steve. I am a professional licensed counselor. I have worked with all ages. I have worked in crisis and with substance abuse. I have also worked with pastoral counseling. . My expertise includes dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, motivational counseling, and specific teen issues. I also help many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating you with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines many counseling approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality therapy, ACT therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique, specific needs and personality. I am also a certified diet and nutrition coach, I help with sleep problems, and work with clients interested in improving their physical condition through exercise of the mind and body. I believe you have the innate ability to rise above your problems. I am here as a coach to take you from where you are in life to where you want to be. I believe that in order to be truly healed and healthy we all need an approach that heals us emotionally, physically, and spiritually. My compassionate, positive, and personal approach will make you feel comfortable and in control. 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!

I am licensed in Missouri with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & executive and professional coaching. 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. 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 am licensed in Missouri with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, ADHD & depression. 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.

I am licensed in Missouri with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq-related issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue 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.

I am licensed in Missouri with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & bipolar disorder. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

As a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges. My approach is deeply compassionate and culturally responsive, drawing from extensive experience working with diverse populations. I focus on helping clients address stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, and career transitions. My therapeutic practice centers on creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and develop meaningful strategies for emotional well-being. I have expertise in addressing a wide range of concerns, including social anxiety, life purpose exploration, communication challenges, and multicultural experiences. I am committed to walking alongside my clients with empathy, respect, and genuine understanding. Whether you're struggling with workplace issues, relationship dynamics, or personal transformation, I offer a collaborative and affirming space to support your unique journey of healing and self-discovery. Additional info about me: I completed the training to become a 200 hour Certified Yoga Teacher in 2016 and feel privileged to offer yoga as another tool to my clients during their therapy appointments. I learned during my yoga journey this practice is truly for EVERYBODY. Your breath is what you need for every yoga practice & allows us to focus being present in the moment with ourselves. Other interesting fact about me - I am a dog mom to Teddy, a rescue Shihtzu from our local animal rescue organization since July 2020. Teddy influences our household reminding us to live an intentional life and appreciate the here and now. When making a decision to work with a therapist, it is also important to know if your availability aligns with the therapist’s availability in order to benefit the most from therapy. Please know I have a full time job outside of BetterHelp and here is an idea of what my availability may look like most weeks: I currently offer appointments after 7 pm CT zone Mondays and Tuesdays & after 6:30 pm CT zone Sundays. I offer select Saturday and Sunday morning appts, and please inquire if interested in this time option when sending an introduction message. 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 am licensed in Missouri with 12 years of professional work experience. I am also a Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRAADC) and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). I have worked in residential care facilities and outpatient treatment centers. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. My strengths are in working with clients who have addiction issues or family members who have a loved one in active addiction. 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!

I am licensed in Missouri with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. 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.

As a licensed therapist in Missouri, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My professional approach centers on helping clients develop resilience, self-understanding, and healthy relationship dynamics. I have extensive experience addressing challenges related to stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and personal growth. My therapeutic work focuses on creating compassionate, collaborative spaces where individuals can explore their experiences with trauma, self-esteem concerns, and interpersonal dynamics. I'm particularly passionate about supporting clients through adoption, foster care experiences, communication difficulties, and healing from relational wounds. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to empower clients to cultivate self-love, overcome commitment barriers, and develop stronger emotional skills. My practice is rooted in understanding each person's unique journey, offering personalized support that honors individual strengths and experiences. I approach therapy as a collaborative process, believing that every client has the innate capacity for healing and transformation. Together, we'll work to understand your challenges, build meaningful strategies, and support your path toward personal growth and emotional well-being.

Welcome! Taking the step to seek support is an act of strength, and I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to reach out. My name is Trina, and I’m a licensed therapist in Missouri. I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals navigating life’s challenges, including stress, anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. I believe that you are the expert of your own story. You already hold incredible resilience and strengths within you—I’m here to help you tap into those strengths, explore new perspectives, and develop the tools you need to overcome obstacles. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs because therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for personal growth, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to provide a supportive space where you can be heard, validated, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life. I’m here to support you on this journey, and I’m excited to work together to create positive change in your life.

As a licensed therapist in Missouri, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges. My professional approach centers on helping clients develop resilience, self-understanding, and healthy coping strategies across diverse areas including stress management, relationship dynamics, addiction recovery, and personal growth. I bring compassionate expertise to addressing intimacy concerns, communication barriers, and emotional healing. My practice focuses on creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore sensitive topics like sexuality, chronic health challenges, and personal transformation. My therapeutic framework integrates evidence-based practices with a holistic understanding of human experience. I'm particularly committed to supporting clients through addiction recovery, trauma healing, and personal empowerment. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, or seeking deeper self-awareness, I aim to provide thoughtful, non-judgmental guidance tailored to your unique journey.

Conflict in life is unavoidable. We can be aware of it slowly creeping up on us or a life changing event can happen suddenly without any hints. These challenges can cause trauma, anxiety, depression or lower our self-esteem. They can impact our relationships or daily activities. They can cause us to look for comfort in all the wrong places. We cannot move forward in life without facing conflicts. Let's work together to manage conflict in healthy ways. I am here to work with individuals or families move forward from conflicts in their life and to help them learn to build positive and peaceful solutions. My counseling techniques are focused in putting the clients unique set of strengths into action while creating solutions to reach their goals. I have over 13 years of experience working with adults, families and youth. Please check out my website to learn more about my experiences and counseling practices.