"I am someone who cares deeply about the human experience and human suffering, is committed to holistic well being, and has spent a great deal of time sharpening skills to help people gain insight into their lives."

"Richard Stiens, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with offices in St. Louis-Tower Grove and St. Charles-Cottleville neighborhoods. Dr. Stiens has over 25 years of experience working with patients from early childhood onward in individual psychotherapy, family therapy, evaluations, treatment planning and group therapy. Additional areas of specialization include formal psychological evaluations, academic achievement assessment, comprehensive performance-based testing for ADHD/Learning Disabilities and consultation regarding specialized school-based services to support individuals with unique needs."

"I work with individuals from 18 years of age and up at St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute as a member of the Center for OCD and Anxiety-Related Disorders. Ideally, patients are interested in action-oriented, collaborative therapy who are willing to put in time and effort between clinical sessions to improve their condition or situation. I also provide psychologically informed life, sales, and executive coaching for those individuals who are functioning well, but want to be better at work and life. "

"Gnôthi seautón. "Know thyself" (Aphorism inscribed over the entrance to the temple of Apollo at Delphi). The ancient philosophers already knew the importance of self-knowledge.. I can help you use mindfulness and compassion, to embark into the adventure of exploring the obvious and less obvious parts of you, that affect you personally and in your relationships. Heal pains and unload unnecessary burdens, present and past. Expand your motivation, and go forward toward realizing your full potential and increasing your happiness!"

"The St Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute offers the specialty program, Women's Reproductive Mental Health and Wellness, to help you or a woman you love. We offer psychological and psychiatric help to women of all ages about any issues related to the reproductive cycle. Our counselors will work with you on a personal plan to move past the difficulties you are facing. We know you are unique and we will treat you individually. Our Women's Reproductive Mental Health and Wellness Program is designed around you and the phases of your life. Anyone can have issues which need support-we are here to support you."

"I am a licensed clinical social worker who practices both individual and couples therapy. I have extensive experience working with client's from diverse backgrounds. My training as a social worker has given me the understanding of how both childhood and current life circumstances impact people. I work to assist client's in understanding how they deal with these problems. My goal is never to provide answers for people, but to help people to understand themselves so that they can function and operate independently of their conflicts and problems."

"Most people struggle giving themselves permission to be fully human -- the voices we hear or don't hear from a relatively early age often communicate that we're too much or too little. And even when our early voices are healthier, we can still lose our way somewhere along the journey. So, I'm best suited to help folks who are looking for a someone to just be human with, and to find that elusive sense of being okay in one's own skin. My hope is to be a source of insight, safety, and clarification."

"I use a person-centered, strengths-based approach to counseling. I believe clients are the experts on themselves, and through the safety of the counseling experience, are able to gain insight into their true emotions and discover their own solutions and way forward. I believe that our too-busy, over-connected societal norms urge people to stifle their feelings and reject vulnerability. With genuine, non-judgmental encouragement and support, I believe clients can not only self-discover but ultimately self-heal."

"Everyone has a story, and every story is complex. Maybe you feel exhausted, stuck, alone, or anxious. Maybe you've hit another difficult patch and you're uncertain of where to turn. Maybe your relationships feel harder than they used to, or perhaps you're tired of experiencing chronic shame. The good news is that life doesn't have to be this way forever; real change is possible. Your struggles and your pain are real, and I want you to know that my office is a safe place where we can explore healing together."

"Ellen Dorfman believes that the client is the ultimate expert. She prefers to accompany clients on the journey of their choosing, assuming the role of guide rather than tour director. Ellen is most interested in what can be learned from the clients as they bring issues of trauma, eating disorders, and dissociation. Others with grief, loss, depression, and personal growth and identity issues make up much of her practice. When appropriate, Ellen draws upon many years of experience and is equipped and comfortable with a variety of therapeutic tools and skills to help clients in their quests."

"Helping others find peace, healing and empowerment is the center of my work as a therapist. Drawing from several theoretical approaches, I have helped individuals work through trauma, family conflict, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I offer a safe place to help individuals heal past wounds, improve relationships and restore balance."

"All people have a desire to be comfortable with themselves, but that desire is often interrupted by life, which tends to dictate what we should be doing and how we should be doing it. In that light, I am interested in helping you uncover what may be getting in the way of you being you. My priority is to provide a safe environment in which to explore and try out new and authentic ways of relating to yourself and others, in the hopes of discovering the confidence, vitality, and compassion hidden within you."

"I am no longer accepting new clients at this time. "

"Everyone needs help dealing with life at times. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues, bipolar disorder, trauma, loss, or coping with daily life issues, I want to help. Life has a way of constantly changing, and whether the changes are desired or undesired, change can be stressful and too much to handle. I can help you plan for and deal with life changes related to career, divorce, death, relationships, gender & sexual identity, and other unique issues. My hope for everyone is that they find more peace, strength, and joy in life."

"(Not currently accepting new clients.) If you are like me, you have procrastinated this decision to seek counseling for some time, and you are steadily nearing desperation. Entering into therapy is difficult - it is important to find a therapist with whom you connect. I provide a free phone consultation and a half price first session, so we can decide if we are a good fit. I work best with clients who are motivated to begin the explorative process towards healing. I seek to honor the vulnerability required to make changes in one's life by listening without judgment and growing to understand the individual's experiences."

"People have experiences, beliefs, and relationships that profoundly impact their worlds. In light of that reality, I work collaboratively with clients to form trusting and judgement-free relationships that enable them to explore the way these things have shaped their lives, and ultimately, to empower healthy changes toward healing and wholeness."

"The Washington University Psychological Service Center (PSC) offers psychotherapy and neuropsychological/cognitive testing. Therapists are trained to treat a variety of concerns including: Anxiety, Panic, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Trauma/Post-Traumatic Stress, Eating Disorders, Relationship problems, Aging-related issues, Grief and loss, Insomnia, and Behavioral health (e.g., pain). Neuropsychological testing can assess concerns such as ADHD, learning disability, memory complaints, or cognitive problems after stroke, brain injury, or other condition."

"I specialize in treating young adults, adults and older adults with depression, trauma, and anxiety. I see clients with mood disorders and/or co-occurring disorders with substance use. I have provided therapeutic services for clients with persistent and severe mental illness for over a decade. I also work closely with sexual and gender minority populations."

"Imagine being able to see beauty in the challenges you are facing. Imagine being in a place where you can process life's lessons and learn from the experience. Whether you are a young person about to graduate from college and fraught with anxiety about your next transition, an adolescent struggling with the myriad social choices now available, the parent of a young person wondering how best to help them grow, or someone looking for change and not sure where to start, know that there is help available in a safe, compassionate, and understanding space."

"When we find ourselves in an atmosphere of radical positive regard and acceptance, it is not simply a transformation that occurs, but a homecoming. We reclaim our fears, our worries, and our pain, and we truly discover ourselves for the first time, or the first time in a long time. I believe that healing in this way is our human birthright and destiny, but it must be claimed. The greatest reward in my work is to facilitate and bear witness to this process, and to be with you each step of the way."