Therapists in Kirkwood, MO
Angela Lovett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hi there, I am here to help you. I work with individuals, couples, and families with struggles ranging from current life issues, relationship struggles, and issues that have been a lifelong battle. Clients often come to me because they have hit the lowest point and have never felt more alone, even after trying therapy countless times before. Many clients have left counseling finding resolution and a drive to live their life to the fullest. My clients have expressed finding healing, feeling equipped to manage life, and having healthier relationships and connections with others that they previously thought weren't possible.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hi there, I am here to help you. I work with individuals, couples, and families with struggles ranging from current life issues, relationship struggles, and issues that have been a lifelong battle. Clients often come to me because they have hit the lowest point and have never felt more alone, even after trying therapy countless times before. Many clients have left counseling finding resolution and a drive to live their life to the fullest. My clients have expressed finding healing, feeling equipped to manage life, and having healthier relationships and connections with others that they previously thought weren't possible.
Kristen Stoff
LPC, NCC, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I specialize in Christian Counseling, Family Systems, and Behavioral Therapy.
I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients where a collaborative and goal-oriented relationship can develop. I assist people in increasing awareness of themselves and facilitate their journey towards healing, growth, understanding and peace.
I specialize in Christian Counseling, Family Systems, and Behavioral Therapy.
I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients where a collaborative and goal-oriented relationship can develop. I assist people in increasing awareness of themselves and facilitate their journey towards healing, growth, understanding and peace.
Nancy Albus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , NCC, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
My general approach with working with clients for over 20 years is highly individualized, relational and strengthen based. I believe most clients simply need an environment to communicate, process feelings and gain insight in order to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I offer individual therapy for adolescents, adults and family therapy. My passion has always been treating eating disorders and the underlying causes such as depression and anxiety. Another clinical passion and area of focus has been assisting women and mothers with identity development and navigating life transitions.
My general approach with working with clients for over 20 years is highly individualized, relational and strengthen based. I believe most clients simply need an environment to communicate, process feelings and gain insight in order to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I offer individual therapy for adolescents, adults and family therapy. My passion has always been treating eating disorders and the underlying causes such as depression and anxiety. Another clinical passion and area of focus has been assisting women and mothers with identity development and navigating life transitions.
Chelsea Albus Rice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Schema Therapy and Internal Family Systems.
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.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Schema Therapy and Internal Family Systems.
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.
Pam Weber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Individual counseling * Couples counseling * Family counseling * Adolescent counseling * Counseling for older adults and their caregivers * Addiction recovery * Weight Loss * Pam provides compassion, respect, and a heartfelt understanding for people facing life issues. Pam is knowledgeable in the areas of relationship; family dynamics; grief and loss; ADD, bipolar, anxiety, and depression; people struggling with addiction and recovery, and those who love them. The guiding principle behind Pam's work is to assist people in building more meaningful relationships with the most important people in their lives; including themselves.
Individual counseling * Couples counseling * Family counseling * Adolescent counseling * Counseling for older adults and their caregivers * Addiction recovery * Weight Loss * Pam provides compassion, respect, and a heartfelt understanding for people facing life issues. Pam is knowledgeable in the areas of relationship; family dynamics; grief and loss; ADD, bipolar, anxiety, and depression; people struggling with addiction and recovery, and those who love them. The guiding principle behind Pam's work is to assist people in building more meaningful relationships with the most important people in their lives; including themselves.
Karen Ryan Faerber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
My focus includes anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship issues, family stressors, trauma, & grief and loss.
Compassion. Insight. Empowerment. I strive to make counseling an approachable experience through genuine support, compassionate guidance, warmth, and humor. I believe psychotherapy is a therapeutic partnership between client and therapist; that listening, understanding and respecting each patient's unique story is necessary for bringing about positive change. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My goal is to help clients recognize and change counterproductive patterns in their lives and learn skills that can lead to a more fulfilling, peaceful, and rewarding life.
My focus includes anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship issues, family stressors, trauma, & grief and loss.
Compassion. Insight. Empowerment. I strive to make counseling an approachable experience through genuine support, compassionate guidance, warmth, and humor. I believe psychotherapy is a therapeutic partnership between client and therapist; that listening, understanding and respecting each patient's unique story is necessary for bringing about positive change. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My goal is to help clients recognize and change counterproductive patterns in their lives and learn skills that can lead to a more fulfilling, peaceful, and rewarding life.
Christina Lynn Howrey
Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Accepting New Clients! I work with adults and adolescents to overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, and concerns with social skills. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals with mental health issues, Autism, ADHD, and learning and intellectual disabilities. I use a person centered, strengths based approach to help you achieve your goals and feel better!
Accepting New Clients! I work with adults and adolescents to overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, and concerns with social skills. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals with mental health issues, Autism, ADHD, and learning and intellectual disabilities. I use a person centered, strengths based approach to help you achieve your goals and feel better!
Heather Hewitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Welcome! My definition of therapy is simple: it is the decision to live consciously and with intention. By choosing therapy you are choosing to LEVEL-UP your life!
Welcome! My definition of therapy is simple: it is the decision to live consciously and with intention. By choosing therapy you are choosing to LEVEL-UP your life!
Amy Turk Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Our mental health is impacted by our physiology as well as a variety of environmental factors. My approach as a therapist is to get to know you and your unique story very well. In the process, we identify which parts play what role and how best to heal. I work collaboratively with you to optimize functioning, restore inner peace and find happiness. Allow me to help you along on your healing and growth journey.
Our mental health is impacted by our physiology as well as a variety of environmental factors. My approach as a therapist is to get to know you and your unique story very well. In the process, we identify which parts play what role and how best to heal. I work collaboratively with you to optimize functioning, restore inner peace and find happiness. Allow me to help you along on your healing and growth journey.
Tyler J Sparks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCSAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Men. Tired of losing the battle to porn and sexual acting out? I specialize in helping men break free from sexual enslavement through individual and group therapy. Because I am passionate about this area I always have groups forming. If you are ready to take the next step toward freedom, contact me.
Men. Tired of losing the battle to porn and sexual acting out? I specialize in helping men break free from sexual enslavement through individual and group therapy. Because I am passionate about this area I always have groups forming. If you are ready to take the next step toward freedom, contact me.
Michelle R Manuel-Terry
LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
If you struggle with, depression, anxiety, frustration, or anger issues. If you find yourself a victim of your circumstances, and you want to give up please don't! Do you believe nothing can change for you? Stop that thinking, because that's a lie! Life is a journey. If you have given up today is the day you restart your journey. Health in any form is not a destination because no one can be perfected in the natural. However, you can become comfortable and satisfied with the journey you are on and learn skills to propel yourself forward.
If you struggle with, depression, anxiety, frustration, or anger issues. If you find yourself a victim of your circumstances, and you want to give up please don't! Do you believe nothing can change for you? Stop that thinking, because that's a lie! Life is a journey. If you have given up today is the day you restart your journey. Health in any form is not a destination because no one can be perfected in the natural. However, you can become comfortable and satisfied with the journey you are on and learn skills to propel yourself forward.
Stacy Mansker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
The choice to seek counseling is the first step to a more fulfilling future for you and/or your child. I use a personalized, strength-based approach focusing on clients' positive virtues. I encourage the development of skills of each client to reach their full potential. I understand the importance of addressing the academic and social-emotional needs of adolescents and young adults in a safe environment. I assist clients in identifying potential roadblocks in daily function and happiness, including professional/ academic stress, anxiety, & depression.
The choice to seek counseling is the first step to a more fulfilling future for you and/or your child. I use a personalized, strength-based approach focusing on clients' positive virtues. I encourage the development of skills of each client to reach their full potential. I understand the importance of addressing the academic and social-emotional needs of adolescents and young adults in a safe environment. I assist clients in identifying potential roadblocks in daily function and happiness, including professional/ academic stress, anxiety, & depression.
Brian R Hampel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I have been working with children, adolescents, young adults (including those on the Autism Spectrum) and their families for thirteen years. My focus is on helping them with anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, school difficulties and a variety of issues. I take a personalized, strengths based, solutions focused approach using techniques designed to best suit the individual. I believe the adolescent today faces many challenges, some timeless and others unique to this generation. My goal for clients in therapy is to help foster growth from adversity, in a relaxed and nonjudgmental environment.
I have been working with children, adolescents, young adults (including those on the Autism Spectrum) and their families for thirteen years. My focus is on helping them with anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, school difficulties and a variety of issues. I take a personalized, strengths based, solutions focused approach using techniques designed to best suit the individual. I believe the adolescent today faces many challenges, some timeless and others unique to this generation. My goal for clients in therapy is to help foster growth from adversity, in a relaxed and nonjudgmental environment.
Rachael Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
I work within the perinatal population; particularly with clients who wish to process becoming a parent, are struggling with infertility, are looking to adopt and/or have a baby through surrogate, have suffered perinatal loss and/or grief, want to work through a traumatic experience before giving birth (including previous traumatic births and sexual assault,) are struggling with postpartum depression and/or anxiety, who need guidance and support as they transition back to work after parental leave, and/or who have children under the age of 3 are are looking to process the struggles of parenting.
I work within the perinatal population; particularly with clients who wish to process becoming a parent, are struggling with infertility, are looking to adopt and/or have a baby through surrogate, have suffered perinatal loss and/or grief, want to work through a traumatic experience before giving birth (including previous traumatic births and sexual assault,) are struggling with postpartum depression and/or anxiety, who need guidance and support as they transition back to work after parental leave, and/or who have children under the age of 3 are are looking to process the struggles of parenting.
Ken Mcmanus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I have been a practicing counselor for over 40 years. Over these years, I have worked with individuals, couples and families struggling with significant life challenges and mental illness. I pride myself on being accessible, attuned to my clients' needs and trained in current best practices, including EMDR interventions. To serve as your counselor, for me, is a privilege not taken lightly. My practice style, as appropriate, involves collaboration with other professionals. Getting outcomes that matter is my highest priority. I am a provider for a number of insurance carriers and offer a sliding scale for clients w/o insurance.
I have been a practicing counselor for over 40 years. Over these years, I have worked with individuals, couples and families struggling with significant life challenges and mental illness. I pride myself on being accessible, attuned to my clients' needs and trained in current best practices, including EMDR interventions. To serve as your counselor, for me, is a privilege not taken lightly. My practice style, as appropriate, involves collaboration with other professionals. Getting outcomes that matter is my highest priority. I am a provider for a number of insurance carriers and offer a sliding scale for clients w/o insurance.
Solutions for Wellbeing, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCDP-D, MARS
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122 (Online Only)
Our lives can get very busy--making it hard to find time for counseling. I provide counseling via Telehealth and offer convenient evening and weekend time slots. Life can sometimes “knock our socks off”—I focus on helping clients get back on track and thriving again. Together, we develop a step-by-step plan to identify the problem, explore possible solutions, and develop strategies to move forward. We will explore the things that are getting in the way of you feeling your best self.
Our lives can get very busy--making it hard to find time for counseling. I provide counseling via Telehealth and offer convenient evening and weekend time slots. Life can sometimes “knock our socks off”—I focus on helping clients get back on track and thriving again. Together, we develop a step-by-step plan to identify the problem, explore possible solutions, and develop strategies to move forward. We will explore the things that are getting in the way of you feeling your best self.
Stephanie Bono-Vice
Psychologist, JD, PhD
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! If you are reading this profile, you are likely in the process of making a very important decision – choosing a therapist. I believe the client-therapist relationship is an essential component of growth and change, and I am happy to share more with you about myself and my approach to therapy. First, while I strive to create a safe, supportive, and affirming space for everyone, I recognize that safety is something that must be felt and not simply declared. I will meet you where you are at and work to build the trust necessary for vulnerability, growth, and change.
Welcome! If you are reading this profile, you are likely in the process of making a very important decision – choosing a therapist. I believe the client-therapist relationship is an essential component of growth and change, and I am happy to share more with you about myself and my approach to therapy. First, while I strive to create a safe, supportive, and affirming space for everyone, I recognize that safety is something that must be felt and not simply declared. I will meet you where you are at and work to build the trust necessary for vulnerability, growth, and change.
Nathaniel T Brack
Counselor, MA, LPC, CRADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
I have specialized training in traumatic stress and addiction and use an attachment focused perspective taking special care to understand present difficulties in the context of early relational experiences. As a therapist I believe that symptoms resulting from stressful life experiences can be treated using validated scientific interventions. Addiction can often accompany traumatic stress. In an effort to cope, individuals frequently find themselves trapped by the comforting yet costly effects of addictive or compulsive behaviors.
I have specialized training in traumatic stress and addiction and use an attachment focused perspective taking special care to understand present difficulties in the context of early relational experiences. As a therapist I believe that symptoms resulting from stressful life experiences can be treated using validated scientific interventions. Addiction can often accompany traumatic stress. In an effort to cope, individuals frequently find themselves trapped by the comforting yet costly effects of addictive or compulsive behaviors.
Midwest Institute for Addiction (dba SLBWC)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
As a quality service focused St. Louis, Missouri addiction treatment center for alcohol and drug abuse and dependency, our focus is person-centered. At our St. Louis addiction treatment center we understand that service is part of care and maintain a culture of accessibility, responsiveness, compassion, and adaptability. The MIA difference involves going beyond best practices regarding medical, psychiatric, and behavioral care and providing a culture of quality service that our clients find invaluable. At MIA, your addiction treatment experience is one that promotes recovery and well-being without forgetting client satisfaction.
As a quality service focused St. Louis, Missouri addiction treatment center for alcohol and drug abuse and dependency, our focus is person-centered. At our St. Louis addiction treatment center we understand that service is part of care and maintain a culture of accessibility, responsiveness, compassion, and adaptability. The MIA difference involves going beyond best practices regarding medical, psychiatric, and behavioral care and providing a culture of quality service that our clients find invaluable. At MIA, your addiction treatment experience is one that promotes recovery and well-being without forgetting client satisfaction.
Kevin Lawrence Doyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Not accepting new clients
I use a synthesis of psychodynamic assessment, ego-supportive object-relations, psychospiritual, family systems, internal family systems, behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies.
I enjoy working with adults in individual and/or couples psychotherapy and/or spiritual direction. I assist clients in walking through struggles and seeing things from a new perspective. I believe the answers exist within my clients. My practice focus includes: Addictions, Co-Dependence, Eating Disorders, Chemical Dependence, Sexual Trauma Survivors, Men and Women Infected with HIV, Spiritual Direction, Grief, Individuals Managing others with Dementia and/or Alzheimer's Disease, Dissociative Disorders, Personality Disorders, Thought Disorders (Schizoaffective), Mood disorders (Bipolar) and Individuals Recovering from Past Traumas.
I use a synthesis of psychodynamic assessment, ego-supportive object-relations, psychospiritual, family systems, internal family systems, behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies.
I enjoy working with adults in individual and/or couples psychotherapy and/or spiritual direction. I assist clients in walking through struggles and seeing things from a new perspective. I believe the answers exist within my clients. My practice focus includes: Addictions, Co-Dependence, Eating Disorders, Chemical Dependence, Sexual Trauma Survivors, Men and Women Infected with HIV, Spiritual Direction, Grief, Individuals Managing others with Dementia and/or Alzheimer's Disease, Dissociative Disorders, Personality Disorders, Thought Disorders (Schizoaffective), Mood disorders (Bipolar) and Individuals Recovering from Past Traumas.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.