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David Chism

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103 West Lockwood Avenue Suite 204 Saint Louis, MO 63119
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Are you gripped by anxiety, struggling to keep it together and always worried the other shoe is about to drop? Or maybe you're feeling depressed, overwhelmed from masking, experiencing burnout and finding it hard to think clearly or emotionally connect with others? Having a dysregulated nervous system hasn't just made it difficult to face the day; it's impacted your important relationships, made things difficult at home or at work, and made life feel like a constant struggle. Whether feeling this way is more of a recent struggle or a lifelong battle, you're now ready to feel different and want a therapist to help get you there.
I specialize in working with neurodivergent adults with anxiety, depression, complex trauma and dissociation. I blend my trauma therapy skill set with my knowledge and experience helping neurodivergent clients, many of whom are uniquely impacted by how trauma intersects with their neurodivergent traits and exacerbates pre-existing struggles.
I will meet you wherever you are at in your healing journey. From there, I'll help you discover that calm, connected, and confident self, while also helping you enrich your relationships with others. You don't have to keep living a life that feels overwhelming or hopeless. Reach out through my website or call today. I look forward to hearing from you!
Call or David Chism now for a free 15 minute consultation - (314) 907-0729

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

103 West Lockwood Avenue

Suite 204

Saint Louis, MO 63119 map

 (314) 907-0729
My website
I offer sessions Sunday from 10 am until 6 pm, and Monday through Thursday, 10 am until 7 pm. Sessions are in person or virtual.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Autism 
$165 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Helping adults with trauma, anxiety, and depression feel safe, calm and connected with themselves and others. Reach out today!
David Chism
Let's Connect (314) 907-0729
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

103 West Lockwood Avenue

Suite 204

Saint Louis, MO 63119 map

 (314) 907-0729
My website
I offer sessions Sunday from 10 am until 6 pm, and Monday through Thursday, 10 am until 7 pm. Sessions are in person or virtual.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Autism 
$165 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Helping adults with trauma, anxiety, and depression feel safe, calm and connected with themselves and others. Reach out today!
David Chism

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $165
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Centene
  • Meritain Health
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For clients that our out of network or private pay, I will provide superbills upon to submit to your insurance towards your out of network benefits. For clients who have insurance I am in-network with, I will wait until receiving the explanation of benefits before charging for any co-pays.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-0729
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For clients that our out of network or private pay, I will provide superbills upon to submit to your insurance towards your out of network benefits. For clients who have insurance I am in-network with, I will wait until receiving the explanation of benefits before charging for any co-pays.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-0729

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Missouri / 2021001879 David Chism

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended University of Missouri-Saint Louis, Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2020

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDR International Assocation 100265213 / 2023
  • Certificate from Unyte Integrative Learning Systems Safe and Sound Protocol / 2023
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I am EMDR certified and certified in the Safe and Sound Protocol. I also use cutting edge modalities like Deep Brain Reorienting and Natural Processing to help trauma survivors become more regulated and shift how they feel about themselves and others.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-0729
"
I am EMDR certified and certified in the Safe and Sound Protocol. I also use cutting edge modalities like Deep Brain Reorienting and Natural Processing to help trauma survivors become more regulated and shift how they feel about themselves and others.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-0729

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Autism

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Neurodivergence
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Transgender
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My main focus is helping neurodivergent clients with whatever issues they are bringing to therapy, be it depression, anxiety, shame, trauma, identity issues, etc. As a neurodivergent therapist, I work in an affirming, non-judgmental way and also help neurodivergent clients get a handle on sensory and executive functioning issues in addition to their therapy goals.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-0729
"
My main focus is helping neurodivergent clients with whatever issues they are bringing to therapy, be it depression, anxiety, shame, trauma, identity issues, etc. As a neurodivergent therapist, I work in an affirming, non-judgmental way and also help neurodivergent clients get a handle on sensory and executive functioning issues in addition to their therapy goals.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-0729

3 Endorsements

Steven R Buchheit
Steven R Buchheit
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
As a supervisor and consultant I have had the opportunity to work with a large number of developing therapists. David is one of the best I have had the opportunity to consult with. I strongly recommend this thoughtful and compassionate therapist.
Patrick Dieter
Patrick Dieter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
David is a compassionate therapist with knowledge in a wide range of modalities. He is skilled in helping clients reach awareness while feeling supported.
Kate Lawton, RSW, Psychotherapist
Kate Lawton, RSW, Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW
David is an adept and gentle psychotherapist whose work with me has helped me gain a new perspective. Doing DBR with David has helped me gain more capacity to deal with whatever life brings next. I can't recommend David highly enough!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Deep Brain Reorienting
  • EMDR
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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The main modalities I use are EMDR and two somatic approaches called Deep Brain Reorienting and Natural Processing. I combine that with a warm, welcoming approach that is client-driven, meaning they pick the focus of a session and are given a lot of agency in the therapy room. The goal is to help clients do deeper emotional processing while also giving them a sense of autonomy and freedom.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-0729
"
The main modalities I use are EMDR and two somatic approaches called Deep Brain Reorienting and Natural Processing. I combine that with a warm, welcoming approach that is client-driven, meaning they pick the focus of a session and are given a lot of agency in the therapy room. The goal is to help clients do deeper emotional processing while also giving them a sense of autonomy and freedom.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-0729

Location

Primary Location

103 West Lockwood Avenue

Suite 204

Saint Louis, MO 63119

(314) 907-0729

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I offer sessions Sunday from 10 am until 6 pm, and Monday through Thursday, 10 am until 7 pm. Sessions are in person or virtual.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (314) 907-0729
"
I offer sessions Sunday from 10 am until 6 pm, and Monday through Thursday, 10 am until 7 pm. Sessions are in person or virtual.
Photo of David Chism, Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
David Chism
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (314) 907-0729