Therapists in 63366

I am focused on bringing a holistic view to the therapeutic setting. My goal is to create a space for individuals to express themselves in a safe and comfortable environment. I have an extensive background in working with children, adolescents, and adults in a wide variety of settings. My focus is working with individuals ages 16 and up, along with couples. Specifically, I provide counseling in the areas of trauma, grief/loss, addiction/substance use, anxiety, depression, coping skills, and relationships.

As a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with years of training in various settings and theoretical approaches, I help individuals overcome the stories they tell themselves that hold them back from reaching their goals. Whether it's the fear of being judged or the fear of change, these fallacies can limit our ability to take action in our lives. It's okay to feel scared or unsure about taking the first step towards self-exploration, but it's important to remember that change is possible. I offer actionable steps to create positive and proactive improvements in your life.

Everyday life isn’t supposed to feel quite this hard or overwhelming, right? Maybe you want to manage your emotions or stress better? Perhaps something terrible or painful happened that has you wondering if you'll ever feel "normal" or well again? Hi, my name is Deborah and I have the honor of empowering people on their courageous journeys to find ease and joy in living again. Join me in a safe and affirming space to gain insight on the origins of your struggles and find lasting healing. I offer in-person sessions in my new O'Fallon office, or as walk-and-talk therapy at Fort Zumwalt Park. I also offer online sessions.

Are you struggling with the pressures of school, work, marriage, or parenting? Do you wish you had someone to help you process your feelings of anxiety, grief, stress, or fear of the future? Do you need some resources, tools, and coping strategies to be healthy and present in your life?

I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist trained by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D. - the first to bring the term "Sex Addiction" to the mainstream. I help people troubled with sexual addiction / compulsion to understand and escape the cycle of unwanted sexual behavior.

It isn’t easy to ask for help when you feel overwhelmed, uncomfortable, and unheard. I commend you for taking this first step. No longer do you need to feel alone or remain silent. We all need additional support from time to time, engaging in counseling is a wonderful way to get that support.

We are a diverse group of licensed professionals. We are compassionate, knowledgable and honored to work with individuals, couples, and families. We support our clients to discover their own personal grace and agility, their ability to express themselves with integrity and conviction and most importantly to restore their faith in themselves and in their relationships.

The ideal client who desire to be equipped and enabled to handle their issues independently. The client has the ability to solve their life's puzzle. My role is to assist the client to anchor the KEY piece(s) and help to develop their own coping skills . I have been helping people all of my life as a teacher, school counselor, and licensed professional counselor and hypnotherapist . Working with individuals, couples and families are areas in which I excel. Many practicing counselors do not blend traditional counseling practices with hypnotherapy. Using both approaches allows the client's mind to be "totally engaged."

I consider it a great privilege to walk alongside my clients through the mountains & valleys of life. I can't promise to “fix” your problems, but I can promise you won't have to face them alone. My desire is that during our time together, you are able to share your pain & struggles without fear of judgment; and that you gain the courage to walk forward in life with the hope for a better tomorrow. I hope that you will feel safe to explore your story, emotions & fears.

Are you an adult (or young adult) struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Are you coping with stress with alcohol or drugs? Just out of rehab? Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Let me help.

I believe children have an innate ability to grow in a positive direction. The child-therapist relationship is the element that encourages healing, where the child feels safe, supported, and is able to make those changes that lead to growth through exploring self (experiences, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors). When we meet a child's need, rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom. I focus on possibilities, strengths, and value differences through direct and indirect practices.

Sports Psychology Consult: Athletes have specific needs and I am here to provide that support. From performance anxiety to balancing the pressures of daily life with the demands of your sport, to a desire to fine-tune your mental skills in order to optimize performance, I can help you reach your goals! Couples Consultation: Every couple is a unique team. Understanding these team dynamics is as key as reading the directions to put together IKEA furniture. It maximizes fulfillment and minimizes tensions in a relationship. We will learn the unique blueprint of your relationship to reach your couple goals!

A little about me, I am a licensed professional counselor. I received my Masters degree in Counseling and my Bachelors degree in Psychology. I know that reaching out for counseling is very difficult. It takes so much courage to talk with someone about the amount of help that is needed. I use a strength-based approach that will focuses more on positive characteristics and contributions while tackling any barriers to success. I will help identify boundaries and provide insight to issues that may be withholding clients happiness. I empower my clients so they are able to cope with stressors in a healthy way.

I have had the honor of conducting professional counseling services since 2007 as an Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. I consider myself to be a mental health clinician. Client empowerment, rapport building, and a unique ability to teach clients to unlearn unhealthy coping skills and to relearn healthy coping skills are my strengths. Strong focus is given to emotional regulation and assessing emotional dis-regulation symptoms in clients. The use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the treatment orientation I use the most with my clients.