Grief Therapists in Trenton, MO

Is life not what you envisioned it to be? Tired of the same fight? Discover PERMANENT solutions to repetitive problems! Specializing in individuals and couples. 35+ YEARS EXPERIENCE HELPING PEOPLE REDEFINE THEIR LIFE COURSE. COUPLES: Discover permanent solutions to repetitive problems. I provide pre/post marital therapy. New relationships welcome! IT IS POSSIBLE TO RECAPTURE LOVE IN YOUR MARRIAGE! LIFE TRANSITION: (Divorce, Loss, Retirement, Empty nesting, Middle-age Slump. Learn to redirect and rejuvenate your life course and find meaning from change, struggle, and transition.

Welcome and thank you for taking the time to see if I could be a good fit for your journey. I am passionate about supporting clients who are seeking to process through their experiences and seek new insight into their lives. I work with young children through young adult and adult. My nonjudgmental approach comes from my belief that every person has worth even when you might struggle to see that in yourself. My role is to be here to help empower you along your path.

Life never seems to slow down and it can be difficult to take the time to prioritize meaningful, lasting change. I am thankful you are here. While it is uncomfortable to let someone see how you are struggling, I will join you where you are and we will walk through this together. I have extensive experience working with adolescents trying to find their way, people struggling with various addictions, individuals working through anxiety and/or depression, couples who need to resolve past hurts and develop tools for improved relational satisfaction, and many others.

Asking for help is difficult and sometimes we find ourselves battling that next step. It takes bravery and courage to walk through a door and share personal information with an individual you don't know. My goal is to offer a safe environment for any client that walks through my doors and to give them the comfort and respect that they deserve!

Do you have those days when you just feel like you are in your zone and all the pieces of your life are working well together? That is a wonderful feeling! This feeling can be disrupted when we are experiencing relationship stress, during career/life transitions or when we are struggling with feelings of depression or anxiety. Therapy can be a journey to rebalance your life! I will provide you with a safe and confidential place to start that journey, and we will work together to develop an individualized plan just for you.

I always say its important to go 'therapist shopping', because finding someone who you truly connect with will play a huge part in just how impactful therapy can be for you. Recognizing your need for support and starting therapy can be hard to do, which is why it is my goal to make you feel accepted and empowered as you take these important steps. Whether you are struggling with relationships, people pleasing, self-esteem, or just managing all of the crazy things life throws your way, I am committed to providing a safe space where you feel seen, heard, and understood.

As a mental health clinician for over 10 years, I strive to provide excellence in behavioral healthcare. Services include therapy for teens, adults, individuals, couples, and families. My goal is to assist you in improving your emotional health and wellbeing. We will work together to establish your goals, and focus treatment on your areas of concern. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, abuse, grief and loss, relationship/family distress, chronic health conditions, stress and life changes. I use evidence based treatment approaches that will be tailored to meet your needs.

Jennifer (Jenni) Liles is the owner of Responsive Mental Health Services LLC. I believe that all of us can live fulfilling lives that contains moments of joy in between and around the difficult times. Therapy should allow us to experience ourselves as valuable human beings with something to offer. I would like to help you achieve that. I have extensive experiencing helping people through trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety, and out the other side. I work from a queer-friendly and neurodivergent perspective with people aged 12 and up.

Whether its play therapy for younger children, helping a high school/college age older adolescent work through a problem, strategies for depression and anxiety, or therapists to work with older adults on grief and loss - we have you covered. Our practice specializes in providing services that cover the life span - "Every Season of Life." It is our goal to "give therapy away" and teach people how to become their own therapist. We actively work to teach the skills needed to move past problems and live a successful life. We utilize a variety of techniques, including homework, art activities, role-plays - all tailored to you and your needs.

Thank you for clicking on my page. I have been where you are. Searching for the right therapist can be challenging, and I want to make this step easier for you by letting you know: this is about you! Let’s be honest, you are facing challenges that brought you here. Maybe you are having challenges in relationships or marriage, perhaps you are overwhelmed by grief, or you might be haunted by the effects of a traumatic past. Regardless of the challenge, the pain is real and you need help! It’s not about me. It’s about you and your journey towards rising beyond the pain, to shine your light and have healthy relationships.

I am a clinician that works exclusively with folks experiencing Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders, pregnancy and birth trauma and bereavement with pregnancy or infant loss. Growing a family can be full of twists, turns, ups and downs, often creating heartache, grief, depression, trauma, anxiety and a whole host of other challenges before during and after a baby. I work to meet my clients where they are in their journey. I will walk beside you, empower and support you and your family in reaching your goals, whatever that looks like.

Life takes some twists and turns that we just aren't prepared for. From major life changes to struggling with that relentless fear that gets in the way of something you desire in your life. I am here to help you navigate through the confusion and overwhelm to find the answers you need. Together through enhancing awareness, curiosity, patience and self compassion, we will capitalize on your strengths and resources so you can heal and work towards the change you desire.

I am a licensed clinical social worker, with a master's degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas. I work with a wide range of mental health challenges including Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Grief, Eating Disorders and Trauma. I specialize in working with preteens, adolescents and adults. My career experience has been in child welfare, case management, outpatient group therapy and individual therapy. I am described as being compassionate, warm, caring and insightful. I am accepting new clients via in-office visits, Telehealth, and by phone.

Virtual Only: I specialize in providing clients with a unique approach to helping them reach specific life goals. I will help you recognize problems and take action to decrease or eliminate potential impacts to your emotional well-being. My customized approach, tailored to individual needs, allows me to help you create achievable goals that are based on your needs and lifestyle. I use state-of-the-art tools to identify your issues easily and effectively. I am committed to helping you make fluid movement in your life. I am licensed to provide services in 3 states:Texas, Missouri and Minnesota.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (MO) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (KS) with over 9 years of experience working with teens and adults coming from diverse backgrounds providing individual, family and couples therapy.

Education and Training: I graduated with my Bachelors of Social Work in 2008 from Missouri Western State University, Saint Joseph, MO. My work with families and individuals inspired me to earn my Masters in Social Work from the CSWE accredited University of Missouri-KC in 2012. I joined the National Association of Social Workers in 2006. Through 2011 I continued my educational efforts and earned several certificates of training including The National Institute for Trauma and Loss; Levels 1 and 2 Advanced Structured Sensory Interventions, EAGALA Certified Equine Specialists, and the University of Denver Animal Assisted Therapy Certification.

I am licensed in the states of Missouri, Kansas, and Utah as a LSCSW, LCSW, and LCAC. I am trained in Trauma Informed Care, CBT trained, and thoroughly trained in Motivational Interviewing/Person Centered approaches to ensure that my clients are able to make progress with issues that are important to and for them. I use modern approaches to help individuals achieve goals and make personal improvements in their lives. My passion is to help you through difficult, accomplish your goals, and have the life you want. I ALSO focus on the LGBTQIA+ community.

Hello! As of July 31, 2022, I will be semi-retiring and will no longer be taking insurance or EAP referrals. I will only be accepting new clients on a self-pay basis. If you've got troubles, large or small, maybe I can help by listening, offering some alternative perspectives and possible solutions, coaching & encouraging you in making changes along the way. I have over 30 years of experience counseling people of all ages, life styles, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. I see individuals ages 18 and up.