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Desley Wells

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW (she, her)

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Saint Louis, MO 63119
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I am extremely passionate about helping those in need and feel it is an honor to be a part of someone's journey through therapy. I truly enjoy supporting others in finding and becoming the very best version of themselves. I think it is important that my clients feel heard and understood and I strive to create a therapeutic environment where my clients can feel safe to be their authentic selves. I have spent the majority of my career working with children, youth, adults, and families in various capacities. I have a strong background in trauma, family dynamics, child development, foster care, adoption, and mental health of all ages.
I have been practicing social work and therapy for almost two decades. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Illinois and a Certified Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Practitioner. I am able to provide PCIT, individual therapy for teens and adults, and family therapy.
I would love to have an opportunity to chat with you to see if I might be the right fit for your therapy and/or PCIT journey. I primarily offer virtual therapy sessions but could do in-person sessions on a case-by-case basis. Please contact me via phone call or email me to schedule a free consultation.
Call or Desley Wells now for a free 15 minute consultation - (314) 907-3710

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Desley Wells, LLC

Saint Louis, MO 63119

(314) 907-3710

The Community Reach

Bridgeton, MO 63044

My website
I specialize in Parenting, Behavioral Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (314) 907-3710
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Desley Wells, LLC

Saint Louis, MO 63119

(314) 907-3710

The Community Reach

Bridgeton, MO 63044

My website
I specialize in Parenting, Behavioral Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Missouri Medicaid Plans
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Net
  • HealthLink
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum
  • Straight IL Medicaid
  • TRICARE
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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At this time: In my private practice, I only accept virtual therapy appointments with clients who can do private pay and I do offer sliding scale pricing on an individualized basis. In my role at The Community Reach, I only accept virtual therapy appointments with clients who have MO or IL Medicaid.
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-3710
"
At this time: In my private practice, I only accept virtual therapy appointments with clients who can do private pay and I do offer sliding scale pricing on an individualized basis. In my role at The Community Reach, I only accept virtual therapy appointments with clients who have MO or IL Medicaid.
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-3710

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Missouri / 2009008718 Desley Wells
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Attended Washington University-St. Louis, MSW, Graduated 2006
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: IL LCSW via State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation 149024287 / 2021
  • Certificate from PCIT Certified Practitioner via Parent Child Interaction Therapy Inc. PCIT Certified Practitioner / 2022
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I have been an LCSW in Missouri since 2009 and an LCSW in Illinois since 2021. I work with a variety of populations as a social worker and therapist in both states. I have been a PCIT Certified Practitioner since 2022 and love using this treatment modality to help families with young children.
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-3710
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I have been an LCSW in Missouri since 2009 and an LCSW in Illinois since 2021. I work with a variety of populations as a social worker and therapist in both states. I have been a PCIT Certified Practitioner since 2022 and love using this treatment modality to help families with young children.
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-3710

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Parenting
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (314) 907-3710
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Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (314) 907-3710

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Integrative
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Reality Therapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I prefer to work directly with my clients to create a therapy treatment plan that is customized to their needs and goals. During therapy sessions (with the exception of PCIT), I encourage my clients to take the lead in their therapy journey and use their session time as they see best fits them in that moment.
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-3710
"
I prefer to work directly with my clients to create a therapy treatment plan that is customized to their needs and goals. During therapy sessions (with the exception of PCIT), I encourage my clients to take the lead in their therapy journey and use their session time as they see best fits them in that moment.
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (314) 907-3710

Location

Primary Location

Desley Wells, LLC

Saint Louis, MO 63119

(314) 907-3710

Additional Location

The Community Reach

Bridgeton, MO 63044

(314) 907-3710
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (314) 907-3710
Photo of Desley Wells, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Desley Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (314) 907-3710