Cara A Peroutka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Let's Connect (636) 942-6301
Many people feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, or as though they've lost a part of themselves in the daily chaos. Some are navigating the complexities of pregnancy, betrayal trauma, anxiety, or the weight of profound loss. Couples may find themselves struggling to reconnect, communicate, or move through major transitions and betrayals. I understand how difficult it can be to face these experiences while trying to keep everything else afloat. My role is to walk alongside you, listen with compassion, and help create a sense of stability—until you feel grounded and ready to move forward on your own.
I’m a therapist with both clinical training and lived experience, here to support moms, adults, older teens, and couples through life’s most personal challenges. I specialize in issues like betrayal trauma, infidelity, pregnancy and postpartum, infertility, grief, anxiety, and parenting struggles.
I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space to reduce stress, rebuild trust, and strengthen relationships. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, deeper connection, and lasting change. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for a free consultation to see if we’d be a good fit.
Call or Email Cara A Peroutka now for a free 15 minute consultation - (636) 942-6301
Let's Connect (636) 942-6301
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $135
- Couple Sessions $160
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
Cara A Peroutka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (636) 942-6301
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Missouri / 2023025597 Cara A Peroutka
- Attended Saint Louis University, MA Counseling-Human Development, Graduated 2004
- Certificate from Certified Partner Trauma Therapist-Candidate (CPTT-C) 2026
- Certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) 102065 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Cara A Peroutka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (636) 942-6301
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Marital and Premarital
- Relationship Issues
- Infidelity
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Infertility
- Life Transitions
- Maternal Loss
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Cara A Peroutka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (636) 942-6301
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Cara A Peroutka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (636) 942-6301
Location
Nearby Areas
Cara A Peroutka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Call for a free consultation now - (636) 942-6301