Therapists in Saint Louis, MI

Hey Mama... Tired of pretending you're fine? It's OK to not be OK! Adulting is HARD. Relationships are HARD. Parenting is HARD. You are worthy of support and validation, being heard and seen. No expectations. No judgement. No drama. I am dedicated to supporting new, experienced, and hopeful moms through life’s transitions and stresses. My person-centered, holistic approach allows me to develop individually-tailored treatment plans to support you in setting realistic expectations and healthy goals.

Life is difficult. Grief, loss, trauma and all of the existential concerns of relationships with others, the relationship with yourself and the meaning and purpose for your life and occupations, are all very real emotional problems. Effective therapy addresses these concerns in a way that nothing else can.

Making the decision to create change in your life takes courage and strength. Our therapists at Inspire Behavioral Health are here to provide compassionate support to assist you in gaining a fresh perspective, as well as identifying solutions for meeting your personal goals. Let us assist you in beginning your journey towards self-improvement.

Are you a stressed-out UM student or are you dealing with a major life overhaul? Maybe brand new at the job, uprooted by a move across country or bombarded by the pressures of campus life? An exhausted new parent, navigating tricky relationships with adult kids or reinventing yourself after retirement? Our lives are full of change and change is tough but a tremendous chance for reflection and growth. Learning to manage these changes intentionally and effectively will pave the way for what comes next.

You are here because you really feel the mental and physical exhaustion from all the things you manage day to day. You want to take on the world each day, yet constantly feel like you dropped the ball and let others down. From managing work-life balance to building healthier relationships, I help clients develop the necessary skills and tools to overcome obstacles and enhance their overall well-being. I believe in empowering individuals to discover their own strengths and inner resources, enabling them to make positive changes in their lives.

Hello! Within my first few years of college, I finally figured out what I wanted to do as a career. I realized I wanted to help people through their own life obstacles, trauma, life stages, and more! I want to help others with their mental health and make their world a better place. As I continue to learn and grow throughout my professional career, I want to work with a variety of populations and ages. To me, counseling is a journey of being honest with who you are and who you want to present to the world. I believe that it is an honor to be able to embark on this journey with you and to share unique experiences of ourselves.

I specialize in life transitions, and everything that comes with them, throughout childhood, adolescents, young adulthood, and adulthood. This includes depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, anger, and substance misuse. I also have a breadth of experience working with individuals with disabilities. I provide individual and family therapy. I see clients aged 5 and up.

I value the therapeutic alliance, striving for a collaborative, flexible, and safe journey as we work together on your unique path. I use a holistic approach, implementing both traditional psychology and spirituality/metaphysics to help achieve your goals, develop coping skills, gain insights, and build a sense of empowerment. Common areas explored in my practice revolve around themes such as anxiety/depression, grief, life purpose, relationships, existential meaning, healing, and much more.

Welcome! My clients tell me that I am warm, caring, insightful and supportive. I will work with you to define and achieve your goals in an open, non-judgmental manner. I will provide safe space for you to explore your needs in therapy. I consider mind-body-spiritual-environmental contributions to your presenting issues and what makes you, YOU. I specialize in resolving grief and loss of all types, in order to inspire transformative healing. My clients relay that they felt "truly seen" by me and that I was able to help them name, and thus heal, the distress they were experiencing. "You prevented me from spinning into depression!"

You're looking for support, to feel understood, and cared for. You need someone that will be on your side. You're ready to take the first step in your journey of recovery, self-discovery, and self-care. You're ready to replace shame with kindness for yourself. Keeping in mind that you are an expert in your own life, I am here to support you as you make the change you will see for yourself through counseling. I offer a brave, safe, and accepting space for individuals and couples to feel empowered.

“The only constant in life is change.” Are you adjusting to a: new job, relationship, loss of a loved one, or overall change in your way of life? Do you feel overwhelmed by the many changes causing you to feel stagnant? You notice others seemingly accepting change fluidly throughout their lives and are somewhat in awe of the process. You are tired of replaying the same scenario in your head, while your sadness and anxiety escalate.

I mainly work with adults and the aging population. I work with individuals, couples and families. I am able to help with substance abuse (including co-dependency issues, as often times, addiction is a family disease). I work with mental health issues including anxiety, depression and trauma. I assist those who have experienced grief/loss. When working with couples my goal is to help them build an understanding of themselves and their partner(s). I work with the LGBTQ population and have training in substance abuse in LGBTQ population. I have experience with many different cultural backgrounds and religious affiliations.

I specialize in individual and couples therapy working with adolescents and adults. Offering unique and healthy cognitive alternatives. I perform traditional talk therapy, but often supplement that with creative art modalities. I also do mindfulness meditation, imagery and yoga. I specialize in disordered eating, substance use, women's issues, self-esteem building, depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, parenting issues, grief and loss, and life transitions.

You want to find peace, but the critical noise of “it’s just not good enough” controls and weighs you down. There’s a part of you that’s a high achiever with perfectionistic tendencies that feels exhausted and overwhelmed, riddled with self-doubt. The days go by in a flash as you strive to please and meet others: expectations, wants, and needs, while you’ve lost sight of your own. The present moment feels out of reach as you constantly think into the future or ruminate over the past.

Meeting you where you are.... Moving to where you want to be! Working with trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, stress, loss, grief, ADD, premarital, identity, personal growth, relationships, transitions, illness, sexuality, end-of-life. Benefits include enhanced: sense of self, quality of life, communication & problem-solving - to deeper insight, healthier coping, deepening of spirituality, and joy. Living with authenticity and intention empowers you to make those difficult changes. Health means integrity in all aspects of your life influencing your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Max is known as a warm, caring, attentive and insightful practitioner that works with client’s strengths to develop a deep understanding of their thoughts and behavior. He specializes in working through issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, relationship problems, identity as well as aging and intergenerational issues. His training has emphasized work with people of all ages from childhood to older adults. With extensive experience using both cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy, he is flexible and skilled in helping clients achieve their goals.

I have had extensive experience working with adolescents who are experiencing questions and concerns about their identify, social anxiety, academic school performance problems, learning problems, family conflict, inter-personal relationship problems and gender concerns. I work with LGBT teenagers and adults.

I am a clinical psychologist and owner of Viewpoint Psychology and Wellness. I have had extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide services in individual, group, family, and couples therapy. I specialize in the areas of ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and other disruptive behavior problems, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety disorders, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, family issues, relationship issues, divorce, and trauma. I also specialize in parent training, in which I am able to work with parents to teach them effective skills in parenting.

I am a Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in mental health. I have a deep appreciation for supporting people as they face and work through life’s most difficult challenges. In therapy, I hope to help clients gain insight, develop coping strategies, and strengthen their emotional core. I enjoy working with adults of all ages and have particular interests in grief and loss, adjustment to illness, and issues associated with aging.