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Dr. Emily Malecky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, MO 63090
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome to therapy! It's time to start your journey into yourself, invest in yourself, and to write your own story. I will be happy to guide you or just be someone to bounce ideas off of. I have a holistic approach matching treatment and strategy to what you want and need. Let's collaborate and take this journey together.
Hello and welcome to therapy! It's time to start your journey into yourself, invest in yourself, and to write your own story. I will be happy to guide you or just be someone to bounce ideas off of. I have a holistic approach matching treatment and strategy to what you want and need. Let's collaborate and take this journey together.
(573) 492-2109 View (573) 492-2109
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Monica Houttuin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, Sex, Therapi
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union, MO 63084
Are you disconnected from your partner and frustrated or worse pained at feeling like just roommates, either icy or too spicey (and not the good kind)? Are you struggling to hang on in crisis? You have so much on the line, help and healing are possible and treatment for your broken hearts is within reach and available to you. Heal your hurting relationship and keep your family and partner. Why suffer any longer when you can heal your hearts, build a bridge of connection to just feel happy again. Scientific methods that heal and transform couples in days, weeks not years of work.
Are you disconnected from your partner and frustrated or worse pained at feeling like just roommates, either icy or too spicey (and not the good kind)? Are you struggling to hang on in crisis? You have so much on the line, help and healing are possible and treatment for your broken hearts is within reach and available to you. Heal your hurting relationship and keep your family and partner. Why suffer any longer when you can heal your hearts, build a bridge of connection to just feel happy again. Scientific methods that heal and transform couples in days, weeks not years of work.
(636) 452-7677 View (636) 452-7677
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Deborah Zweifel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Union, MO 63084
Waitlist for new clients
My experience with grief and loss enables me to enter into that place of sorrow with you and guide you on your journey to healing. I can help you explore your unconscious mind and provide a neutral ground for those seeking a better understanding of self. I work with individuals striving to understand themselves better, adjust to the changes in life, or struggling with ongoing psychiatric diagnoses.
My experience with grief and loss enables me to enter into that place of sorrow with you and guide you on your journey to healing. I can help you explore your unconscious mind and provide a neutral ground for those seeking a better understanding of self. I work with individuals striving to understand themselves better, adjust to the changes in life, or struggling with ongoing psychiatric diagnoses.
(636) 231-5310 View (636) 231-5310
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Jill Baechle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, MO 63090
I am here to put you at ease and truly listen as you share your own experiences of grief, loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and/or learning a work-life balance. As each person has a unique story, I will listen and provide feedback and support. We will navigate your journey together. I use a variety of approaches including CBT, Narrative Therapy, Companioning model, and Interpersonal Therapy.
I am here to put you at ease and truly listen as you share your own experiences of grief, loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and/or learning a work-life balance. As each person has a unique story, I will listen and provide feedback and support. We will navigate your journey together. I use a variety of approaches including CBT, Narrative Therapy, Companioning model, and Interpersonal Therapy.
(636) 422-0306 View (636) 422-0306

Online Therapists

Photo of Julia Lee, Licensed Professional Counselor in Franklin County, MO
Julia Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MO 65201
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems.
I am licensed in Missouri with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, 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.
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems.
I am licensed in Missouri with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, 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.
(573) 763-4637 View (573) 763-4637
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Sandhill Counseling & Consultation
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
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.
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.
(636) 336-1364 View (636) 336-1364
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Open Arms Wellness - Columbia, MO
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, MO 65201
Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back? We pride ourselves in finding expert clinicians in each specialty in the greater St. Louis area and we have immediate openings. We can help match you to a clinician that has proven success helping clients with similar issues. Our approach assists clients in exploring the source of their problems. We listen. We find unique strategies that build on your passions to bring healing to your life. You won't believe how much better it can get when you work with our handpicked professionals. Locations: Ballwin, Central West End, Brentwood and Columbia, Missouri.
Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back? We pride ourselves in finding expert clinicians in each specialty in the greater St. Louis area and we have immediate openings. We can help match you to a clinician that has proven success helping clients with similar issues. Our approach assists clients in exploring the source of their problems. We listen. We find unique strategies that build on your passions to bring healing to your life. You won't believe how much better it can get when you work with our handpicked professionals. Locations: Ballwin, Central West End, Brentwood and Columbia, Missouri.
(573) 284-2893 View (573) 284-2893
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First Choice Counseling Professional Corporation
Licensed Professional Counselor, ThD Psy, PhD CES, LPCCS, MAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Our patients are individuals, couples or groups who have been struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorder and other behavioral challenges that have made ordinary day to day functioning impossible or extremely difficult. Through evidence-based clinical mental health therapy that includes EMDR, CBT, DBT, and SFBT, we assess, and diagnose individuals, couples and groups providing evidenced-based treatment plans.
Our patients are individuals, couples or groups who have been struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorder and other behavioral challenges that have made ordinary day to day functioning impossible or extremely difficult. Through evidence-based clinical mental health therapy that includes EMDR, CBT, DBT, and SFBT, we assess, and diagnose individuals, couples and groups providing evidenced-based treatment plans.
(314) 310-5648 View (314) 310-5648
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Open Arms Wellness - Ballwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63011
Struggling to connect with therapists and feeling unheard? Our commitment is to link you with skilled mental health therapists across various specialties in the greater St. Louis area, offering immediate openings. We empathize with your frustration and pride ourselves on matching you with a clinician who has a proven track record in addressing similar challenges. Our approach involves delving into the root of your concerns—we listen attentively, devising unique strategies that align with your passions to foster healing in your life. Witness a remarkable transformation when collaborating with our carefully chosen professionals.
Struggling to connect with therapists and feeling unheard? Our commitment is to link you with skilled mental health therapists across various specialties in the greater St. Louis area, offering immediate openings. We empathize with your frustration and pride ourselves on matching you with a clinician who has a proven track record in addressing similar challenges. Our approach involves delving into the root of your concerns—we listen attentively, devising unique strategies that align with your passions to foster healing in your life. Witness a remarkable transformation when collaborating with our carefully chosen professionals.
(636) 942-6611 View (636) 942-6611
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Alexandra Graves
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Charles, MO 63303
There are so many life experiences, transitions and "bumps" in the road that can oftentimes feel overwhelming, uncertain or impossible. Whether we have awareness of the problem, or notice that our behaviors are masking problems (fighting in relationships, unhealthy coping behaviors, etc.), we can explore these in session and determine how to overcome these challenges.
There are so many life experiences, transitions and "bumps" in the road that can oftentimes feel overwhelming, uncertain or impossible. Whether we have awareness of the problem, or notice that our behaviors are masking problems (fighting in relationships, unhealthy coping behaviors, etc.), we can explore these in session and determine how to overcome these challenges.
(314) 648-8723 View (314) 648-8723
Photo of Sarah Tyndall, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Franklin County, MO
Sarah Tyndall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
Do your relationships cause you to feel anxious or depressed? Do you want to quit or cut back your substance use but find it difficult? Is your anxiety getting in the way of your goals and living? I provide a warm, safe, trauma informed environment. Asking for help and starting the process of change and growth is hard, but you do not have to do it alone. It takes time, and we will go at your pace, making sure that your needs are being met. You are an expert in you!
Do your relationships cause you to feel anxious or depressed? Do you want to quit or cut back your substance use but find it difficult? Is your anxiety getting in the way of your goals and living? I provide a warm, safe, trauma informed environment. Asking for help and starting the process of change and growth is hard, but you do not have to do it alone. It takes time, and we will go at your pace, making sure that your needs are being met. You are an expert in you!
(314) 860-7526 View (314) 860-7526
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Megan Judy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LIMHP, CMSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Manchester, MO 63021
I believe in the importance of getting to know ourselves to our best ability, as this is key in overcoming life's obstacles and healing from past and present pain. One of the biggest joys in my life is having the privilege of getting to know my clients and helping them access their full potentials to get through difficult times. I'm dedicated to forming a strong and caring therapeutic alliance. Your goals will always be my priority in treatment, and I am genuine and straight-forward in my approach. I'm here to be your biggest ally!
I believe in the importance of getting to know ourselves to our best ability, as this is key in overcoming life's obstacles and healing from past and present pain. One of the biggest joys in my life is having the privilege of getting to know my clients and helping them access their full potentials to get through difficult times. I'm dedicated to forming a strong and caring therapeutic alliance. Your goals will always be my priority in treatment, and I am genuine and straight-forward in my approach. I'm here to be your biggest ally!
(314) 888-9163 View (314) 888-9163
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Connie Trunk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC, NBCCHH, Hypnosi
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Professional Counseling and Clinical Hypnotherapi Sessions,Regression Therapist: Go Back to past to Heal the present symptom. Energy Psychotherapy:Body,Mind Spirit & Aura.Depression,Anxiety,Relationships,Couples Therapy, Addictive Relationships:Are you Addicted to someone? Specializing in Women's Issues,etc. Counseling Sessions Internal Family Systems (IFS)Parts Therapy,Inner Child Work,Clinical Hypnosis,Regression Therapy: Go back to past,Spiritual Healing,Reiki Master,Intuitive. Couples Counseling in my Office or by Internet, Counseling sessions and Hypnosis sessions for Grief Loss,Spiritual Healing,Intuitive,Energy Psych.
Professional Counseling and Clinical Hypnotherapi Sessions,Regression Therapist: Go Back to past to Heal the present symptom. Energy Psychotherapy:Body,Mind Spirit & Aura.Depression,Anxiety,Relationships,Couples Therapy, Addictive Relationships:Are you Addicted to someone? Specializing in Women's Issues,etc. Counseling Sessions Internal Family Systems (IFS)Parts Therapy,Inner Child Work,Clinical Hypnosis,Regression Therapy: Go back to past,Spiritual Healing,Reiki Master,Intuitive. Couples Counseling in my Office or by Internet, Counseling sessions and Hypnosis sessions for Grief Loss,Spiritual Healing,Intuitive,Energy Psych.
(314) 731-7667 View (314) 731-7667
Photo of Nathan E Lundin, Licensed Professional Counselor in Franklin County, MO
Nathan E Lundin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CSAT-S, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63366
If you've tried stopping unwanted sexual behaviors but continue despite the costs, then you're not alone - you're among a growing number of people seeking help. This type of therapy utilizes tasks focused on quickly establishing a stable and robust recovery. In the end, you'll be free from the secrecy and shame of living with an addiction.
If you've tried stopping unwanted sexual behaviors but continue despite the costs, then you're not alone - you're among a growing number of people seeking help. This type of therapy utilizes tasks focused on quickly establishing a stable and robust recovery. In the end, you'll be free from the secrecy and shame of living with an addiction.
(636) 329-4293 View (636) 329-4293
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Erica Lynn Braun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63139
Erica is a seasoned, compassionate therapist - dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey towards mental and emotional well-being. With a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence, Erica has become a trusted guide for those seeking support and transformation in their lives. Erica has a diverse background, having worked with individuals facing a spectrum of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Her holistic approach to therapy integrates evidence-based practices with personalized strategies, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs and goals of her client.
Erica is a seasoned, compassionate therapist - dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey towards mental and emotional well-being. With a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence, Erica has become a trusted guide for those seeking support and transformation in their lives. Erica has a diverse background, having worked with individuals facing a spectrum of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Her holistic approach to therapy integrates evidence-based practices with personalized strategies, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs and goals of her client.
(314) 310-3654 View (314) 310-3654
Photo of Karen R Moist, Licensed Professional Counselor in Franklin County, MO
Karen R Moist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice I work with families and children who have experienced trauma and are having attachment difficulties. Many children I see have pre-verbal trauma from parental stress during pregnancy, adoption, neglect, or abuse. Some of the children I see are experiencing traumatic stress due to gender fluidity or gender dysphoria. Because trauma is the result of feeling helpless in a situation, many of the families I see have never thought of their child's behavior as a symptom of a life trauma. This shift in perspective is often the beginning of the healing process.
In my practice I work with families and children who have experienced trauma and are having attachment difficulties. Many children I see have pre-verbal trauma from parental stress during pregnancy, adoption, neglect, or abuse. Some of the children I see are experiencing traumatic stress due to gender fluidity or gender dysphoria. Because trauma is the result of feeling helpless in a situation, many of the families I see have never thought of their child's behavior as a symptom of a life trauma. This shift in perspective is often the beginning of the healing process.
(314) 310-0413 View (314) 310-0413
Photo of Andie Cutright - Ellie Mental Health, Pre-Licensed Professional in Franklin County, MO
Andie Cutright - Ellie Mental Health
Pre-Licensed Professional, MdE, PLPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63128
My goal as a counselor is for my clients to feel safe, seen, and heard during our time together. I have a passion for providing a space filled with acceptance and support as people process hardships and begin to heal.
My goal as a counselor is for my clients to feel safe, seen, and heard during our time together. I have a passion for providing a space filled with acceptance and support as people process hardships and begin to heal.
(314) 897-7141 View (314) 897-7141
Photo of Jennifer Candice, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Franklin County, MO
Jennifer Candice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
Serious and chronic illness, difficult life transitions, or the profound grief you experience with the loss of a loved one – it can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, angry, confused, isolated, and lost. A lot of the time, we acclimate and move right along, but other times, it throws us completely off course. When the unthinkable happens to you, how do you get to a place where you feel safe, content, and at peace? Whatever your therapeutic goals may be, you deserve to feel heard, understood, and validated.
Serious and chronic illness, difficult life transitions, or the profound grief you experience with the loss of a loved one – it can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, angry, confused, isolated, and lost. A lot of the time, we acclimate and move right along, but other times, it throws us completely off course. When the unthinkable happens to you, how do you get to a place where you feel safe, content, and at peace? Whatever your therapeutic goals may be, you deserve to feel heard, understood, and validated.
(314) 926-1789 View (314) 926-1789
Photo of Melissa Timmermann, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Franklin County, MO
Melissa Timmermann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63011
You are allowed to take care of yourself and be your first priority. You don't have to wait until you're struggling, exhausted or burnt out to tend to your wellbeing. Self care is a prevention strategy. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, anger or trauma that effects your health or relationships. Lets spark change in a safe space by healing wounds, uncovering patterns that no longer serve you, and explore how history impacts the present. You have the ability to adjust the lens through which you view the world and yourself. Your life challenges are opportunities for growth and learning.
You are allowed to take care of yourself and be your first priority. You don't have to wait until you're struggling, exhausted or burnt out to tend to your wellbeing. Self care is a prevention strategy. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, anger or trauma that effects your health or relationships. Lets spark change in a safe space by healing wounds, uncovering patterns that no longer serve you, and explore how history impacts the present. You have the ability to adjust the lens through which you view the world and yourself. Your life challenges are opportunities for growth and learning.
(636) 442-1814 View (636) 442-1814
Photo of Kris Wilson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Franklin County, MO
Kris Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Many of my clients have had previous experiences in therapy before reaching my office. They feel at the end of their rope as traditional talk therapy hasn't facilitated the changes they need. They often hear how resilient or insightful they are but struggle to feel closeness and safety in relationships or to access positive emotions. Or, they might have been told that the intensity of their emotions is too much for their therapist or loved ones to handle. Overall, they are looking for therapist with an in-depth approach for their specific concerns, and are ready connect with a clinician who is invested in doing just that.
Many of my clients have had previous experiences in therapy before reaching my office. They feel at the end of their rope as traditional talk therapy hasn't facilitated the changes they need. They often hear how resilient or insightful they are but struggle to feel closeness and safety in relationships or to access positive emotions. Or, they might have been told that the intensity of their emotions is too much for their therapist or loved ones to handle. Overall, they are looking for therapist with an in-depth approach for their specific concerns, and are ready connect with a clinician who is invested in doing just that.
(314) 350-6959 View (314) 350-6959

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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.