Therapists in Manchester, MO

Change takes time and hard work, and frequently also requires compassion, perspectives, and ideas from outside our own minds. Therapy is one way to help make the changes you want in your life. Using compassion-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and solution-focused models, I help adolescents and adults practice ways to move away from self-defeating behaviors into more peace.

I work with individuals who are navigating grief and loss, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions and identity development. In therapy, I balance addressing symptoms and looking beyond the surface to address the underlying emotions driving behavioral and interpersonal patterns. By learning new adaptive coping strategies and gaining insight into the early development of current emotional wounds or maladaptive behaviors, clients can feel empowered to create positive change.

We all struggle sometimes, but ongoing issues can leave us exhausted, isolated, confused, discouraged... If your days or nights are hard to get through, if you can't seem to settle down or stop overthinking, if life feels scary or you don't know what to do, if you never feel good enough or can't seem to 'get over' or 'stop doing' x, I'd love to talk with you. My experience is broad, but my practice is largely focused on anxiety & stress disorders, relational trauma, chronic & terminal illnesses, and healthy coping/decision making during life transitions.

Hello! I am a good fit for those new to therapy or those who haven’t found a match with a therapist in the past. I have worked with men & women of all ages throughout the years. My counseling approach has been described by clients as: compassionate, intuitive and non-judgmental. The clients that tend to benefit from my work are highly sensitive people, creative individuals who are looking for support to process deep emotions & cope with daily stressors. By utilizing a client-centered approach to counseling I help others find their own internal strengths which can lead to growth and healing.

My Ideal client is you! I work well with varies populations to ensure understanding, empathy and process in all my sessions.

I have been a psychotherapist for the past decade, working from a psychodynamic and trauma-informed perspective. I strive to provide a safe, respectful space in which to explore thoughts, feelings, dreams, and desires. I view symptoms as expressions of conflicts in our lives, some conscious, some unconscious, and believe that gaining insight into symptoms in a compassionate environment can help to relieve them and stop them from arising in different ways throughout our lives. It is a great privilege to work with people as they embark on the journey of knowing and accepting themselves.

Katie has been known for her work in helping people receive healing, direction, and motivation to pursue their dreams. She has extensively worked in the nonprofit setting while breaking new ground on her transformative business, Let's Live Ready. Katie is bringing inspiring change through her empowering perspective on coaching, training, and personal therapy. Katie is passionate about helping people find their purpose and believes that it will inspire you to live a life that is engaged and wholehearted.

I look forward to meeting you! I was born and raised in St. Louis, & obtained my undergraduate degree with honors in Counseling and Education followed by a Master of Arts in Counseling for Licensure in Professional Counseling from MBU. I utilize empirically proven interventions (such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT) interwoven with compassionate wisdom for the therapeutic goal of coming alongside you in your unique journey and extending the opportunity and hope for healing & growth through the situation you find yourself in. My desire is to provide an authentic and compassionate environment that fosters continuous healing.

"When we are no longer able to change a situation- we are challenged to change ourselves"- Viktor E. Frankl. Life's challenges are opportunities for personal growth and transformation. Many of us come to counseling as a last resort after all other attempts at making changes or feeling some relief have not worked. Whether you are looking to manage a specific condition such as anxiety/depression or relationship issues; are feeling stuck or stressed; or are looking for a deeper connection and meaning in life, I am here to assist you.

It’s so common to find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, self-critical, anxious, or lonely. When we do, it’s all the more common to want to avoid looking at what’s transpiring for us out of fear for what we might find. However, not looking tends to mean that we’re bound to misunderstand our experiences, and over time, adding more layers of distress, disconnection, and dissatisfaction — we are suffering and by refusing to look at our suffering, we suffer more. I can help! Together, we’ll create an honest, non-judgmental space in which you can begin to look inward, to listen to the deep strength and internal wisdom you already posses.

You are feeling stress/anxiety at home, work, school or having difficulty with relationships and connecting with others. You have trauma histories to explore or are impacted by stressful relationships such as caregiving, family members with substance use, or conflict in romantic relationships. You are looking for a therapeutic relationship that will be comfortable for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so you can begin to find peace, increased self-worth, better boundaries, and improved ability to feel joy and be present in the spaces you occupy. If you relate to these concerns send me an email and lets talk.

Arie Baker utilizes a non-judgmental and empowering approach that helps clients build skills and recognize their internal strengths. She provides a warm and welcoming environment to process your experiences and life's difficulties.

Have you ever gone through a rough patch in life and felt like you didn't know how to get out of it? Some of us struggle for long periods of time and feel that it's our fault or that no one would be able to understand how we feel. Maybe you live with a vague feeling that something's not right. Personal experience with psychotherapy is what turned me into a believer in its power to transform life. I had always felt that I wanted to help people but after my life was changed by experiencing therapy, I really felt that I wanted to pass this gift on to others.

I find that often a person is suffering with one or more unresolved issues and continues to hope things will change. When things don't change or get better, they may be ready to seek counseling and become open to talking with a stranger. That's often a big step to take. The goal is to improve the situation, handle a crisis and/or just stop the pain. There are many issues that result in reaching out to a counselor including a relationship crisis, loss of some sort, surviving trauma, addictions, difficulty with family or significant others, and changes that may occur within the person such as depression or anxiety.

I offer counseling to couples, families, adults, and teens dealing with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, addiction, marital conflict, relationship difficulties, and more. My therapeutic style is characterized by genuine warmth and connection and evidence-based clinical treatment. My clients are supported in accessing their innate abilities and strengths while learning practical and realistic coping skills they can use in their daily lives. These coping skills help support real and lasting change.

My priority is to create a safe environment for you to explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Especially during this time of Covid, many people are feeling anxiety, depression or confusion about their next steps; or you may be experiencing grief or loss. We'll work to identify your strengths, discover insights, and find clarity to move toward a greater sense of wellbeing. I focus on empowering clients to make positive changes that lead to healthier lives. My goal is to help you rediscover meaning, joy, and purpose in life.