Humanistic Therapists in Troy, MO
Christine Baumhoff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Troy, MO 63379
As a Licensed Professional Counselor I respect and honor the opportunity to meet with you. Sometimes the most valuable vehicle for healing can be having someone to talk to. My approach is welcoming, warm and friendly and my goal is to provide you with an accepting and non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable to express your innermost thoughts and feelings. Together we will increase awareness and insight, build on strengths and resiliency, and explore coping skills for facing the stressors in your life.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor I respect and honor the opportunity to meet with you. Sometimes the most valuable vehicle for healing can be having someone to talk to. My approach is welcoming, warm and friendly and my goal is to provide you with an accepting and non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable to express your innermost thoughts and feelings. Together we will increase awareness and insight, build on strengths and resiliency, and explore coping skills for facing the stressors in your life.
Renee Gunterman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Troy, MO 63379 (Online Only)
Feelings are messengers, and they often don't follow the rules of logic. However, emotions still carry important information about what we need, what we want, and what is (and isn’t) working. I will help guide you to listen to your emotions and experiences in a way that finally makes sense. It is my aim to help you gain insight so you are able to move from the long-held belief of, “What is wrong with me?” to “What is my pain trying to tell me?” We will work together to decode the confusion of feelings and access the inner strengths you already possess. I will help guide you on your journey back to Yourself. You are worthy of that.
Feelings are messengers, and they often don't follow the rules of logic. However, emotions still carry important information about what we need, what we want, and what is (and isn’t) working. I will help guide you to listen to your emotions and experiences in a way that finally makes sense. It is my aim to help you gain insight so you are able to move from the long-held belief of, “What is wrong with me?” to “What is my pain trying to tell me?” We will work together to decode the confusion of feelings and access the inner strengths you already possess. I will help guide you on your journey back to Yourself. You are worthy of that.
Are you looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to share your story? Be understood? Gain insight into your relationships and coping patterns, so that you can begin to thrive and not just survive? You’ve come to the right place! I believe counseling is a partnership in which we work together to develop and implement a plan to reach your goals. Each person is unique and I tailor my approach according to each person's needs. I believe that authenticity and empathy are the two most important things for a counselor to possess in order for clients to feel connected and comfortable; I am passionate about providing that for my clients.
Are you looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to share your story? Be understood? Gain insight into your relationships and coping patterns, so that you can begin to thrive and not just survive? You’ve come to the right place! I believe counseling is a partnership in which we work together to develop and implement a plan to reach your goals. Each person is unique and I tailor my approach according to each person's needs. I believe that authenticity and empathy are the two most important things for a counselor to possess in order for clients to feel connected and comfortable; I am passionate about providing that for my clients.
My philosophy of counseling is to let others know they are not alone. Clients will always have someone to talk to about anything troublesome. I believe all people need someone to be there for them, to comfort them and give them tools to self-sooth and learn to succeed to the best of their ability. Through unconditional positive regard, creating a safe space which is nonjudgmental and confidential, and by using active listening and other techniques clients can continue to learn to improve themselves and their environment.
My philosophy of counseling is to let others know they are not alone. Clients will always have someone to talk to about anything troublesome. I believe all people need someone to be there for them, to comfort them and give them tools to self-sooth and learn to succeed to the best of their ability. Through unconditional positive regard, creating a safe space which is nonjudgmental and confidential, and by using active listening and other techniques clients can continue to learn to improve themselves and their environment.
Online Therapists
Misha Pelligreen
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Maplewood, MO 63143 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and a graduate of Webster University in Saint Louis with a MA in Counseling and a BA in Psychology. Member of the National Board of Certified Counselors. I have over twenty years experience in working in private practice, treatment/health centers, and at Saint Louis University Hospital with clients in the mental health field. I am also a Registered Nurse with experience in neurology and psychology. I believe in a mind/body approach while integrating cognitive therapy and humanistic person-centered therapy to help the client work through their issues and achieve their goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and a graduate of Webster University in Saint Louis with a MA in Counseling and a BA in Psychology. Member of the National Board of Certified Counselors. I have over twenty years experience in working in private practice, treatment/health centers, and at Saint Louis University Hospital with clients in the mental health field. I am also a Registered Nurse with experience in neurology and psychology. I believe in a mind/body approach while integrating cognitive therapy and humanistic person-centered therapy to help the client work through their issues and achieve their goals.
My approach is grounded in existential and humanistic theories, with a focus on integrating mindfulness and compassion into relationships with self and others.
Now accepting new clients! Whatever struggle is motivating you to start counseling, something inside is knocking. The knock may be feeling depressed, anxious, angry, or overwhelmed. It may be feeling disconnected in relationships and from what is meaningful in your life, a sense of emptiness or lack of purpose. To answer that knock means to turn inward, which can be challenging and uncomfortable at times, yet I whole-heartedly believe the life you seek is patiently waiting! The pain you are experiencing is actually an invitation for healing and growth. Answer the knock. When things break down, breakthroughs happen.
My approach is grounded in existential and humanistic theories, with a focus on integrating mindfulness and compassion into relationships with self and others.
Now accepting new clients! Whatever struggle is motivating you to start counseling, something inside is knocking. The knock may be feeling depressed, anxious, angry, or overwhelmed. It may be feeling disconnected in relationships and from what is meaningful in your life, a sense of emptiness or lack of purpose. To answer that knock means to turn inward, which can be challenging and uncomfortable at times, yet I whole-heartedly believe the life you seek is patiently waiting! The pain you are experiencing is actually an invitation for healing and growth. Answer the knock. When things break down, breakthroughs happen.
My approach is humanistic and person-centered and will honor your unique journey.
Life often presents us with challenges that can easily become overwhelming or even daunting. In a world filled with relentless to-do lists and constant demands, finding time for ourselves often takes a back seat. Our society doesn’t always encourage the practice of self-care, leaving many of us feeling stretched thin. Investing time and energy in yourself is a powerful choice you can make to begin shifting this dynamic. You deserve the life you want and have the power to make meaningful changes toward that life.
My approach is humanistic and person-centered and will honor your unique journey.
Life often presents us with challenges that can easily become overwhelming or even daunting. In a world filled with relentless to-do lists and constant demands, finding time for ourselves often takes a back seat. Our society doesn’t always encourage the practice of self-care, leaving many of us feeling stretched thin. Investing time and energy in yourself is a powerful choice you can make to begin shifting this dynamic. You deserve the life you want and have the power to make meaningful changes toward that life.
I offer a humanistic, empathetic approach tailored to each client's unique journey.
I am ready to offer therapeutic space to address the current challenges you may be experiencing in life right now. I help clients who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, Identity Confusion or Strained Relationships. They seek support in navigating these challenges, valuing self-exploration and growth. They need a safe, supportive space to cultivate self-acceptance and develop coping skills. I can help develop presence and awareness, access more choices, and find freedom from limiting narratives.
I offer a humanistic, empathetic approach tailored to each client's unique journey.
I am ready to offer therapeutic space to address the current challenges you may be experiencing in life right now. I help clients who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, Identity Confusion or Strained Relationships. They seek support in navigating these challenges, valuing self-exploration and growth. They need a safe, supportive space to cultivate self-acceptance and develop coping skills. I can help develop presence and awareness, access more choices, and find freedom from limiting narratives.
Nimisha Luthra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63141 (Online Only)
I specialize in Women's issues, particularly, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, as well as, Social, Life Adjustment Issues, Grief & Loss, and LGBTQ issues, using an Existential- Humanistic approach. I provide treatment to females only at this location.
I specialize in Women's issues, particularly, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, as well as, Social, Life Adjustment Issues, Grief & Loss, and LGBTQ issues, using an Existential- Humanistic approach. I provide treatment to females only at this location.
Shannon Newcomb
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW, CLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63143 (Online Only)
I use strength-based, gestalt, CBT, and humanistic modalities to lead my clients in the right direction and determine what strategies are best for applying to address their concerns.
Do you feel like no one understands what you're going through and like you have to constantly explain yourself? We all have bumps along the road and I am here to provide you with the support needed in order to get through them. I provide therapeutic services through a "person-centered" approach and allow for clients I am working with to take the driver's seat and determine where we go and what aspects of concern we will talk about in session. I am here to listen, help you create positive change in your life, and provide you with skills necessary to handle everyday hurdles you encounter.
I use strength-based, gestalt, CBT, and humanistic modalities to lead my clients in the right direction and determine what strategies are best for applying to address their concerns.
Do you feel like no one understands what you're going through and like you have to constantly explain yourself? We all have bumps along the road and I am here to provide you with the support needed in order to get through them. I provide therapeutic services through a "person-centered" approach and allow for clients I am working with to take the driver's seat and determine where we go and what aspects of concern we will talk about in session. I am here to listen, help you create positive change in your life, and provide you with skills necessary to handle everyday hurdles you encounter.
Andrew Philip Shapiro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63141
I hope to treat my client's issues by examining root causes of symptoms while identifying authentic needs from a humanistic perspective in order to catalyze lasting, meaningful healing.
I have openings on Sat, Mon PM, Tues AM, & Thurs AM! I'm here to acknowledge your internal experience and to help determine which external forces are the most detrimental to your peace of mind. Our personal challenges can feel unapproachable, and if left unmanaged, these struggles can breed negative outlooks which cultivates the loss of connection and purpose. Without connection, what happens to your authentic voice? Without purpose, how often does anxiety and/or depression hijack your thinking? My style is for you, your children, your marriage, or your family if you/they are in need of reconnection, restoration, and peace of mind.
I hope to treat my client's issues by examining root causes of symptoms while identifying authentic needs from a humanistic perspective in order to catalyze lasting, meaningful healing.
I have openings on Sat, Mon PM, Tues AM, & Thurs AM! I'm here to acknowledge your internal experience and to help determine which external forces are the most detrimental to your peace of mind. Our personal challenges can feel unapproachable, and if left unmanaged, these struggles can breed negative outlooks which cultivates the loss of connection and purpose. Without connection, what happens to your authentic voice? Without purpose, how often does anxiety and/or depression hijack your thinking? My style is for you, your children, your marriage, or your family if you/they are in need of reconnection, restoration, and peace of mind.
Ronald Laney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63139
If you’ve been longing to develop a deeper understanding of self and others in the context of a more longterm, intimate therapeutic relationship—one in which you are free and encouraged to be your authentic self, we may very well be a good fit. I’m certified in existential- humanistic therapy from the Existential- Humanistic Institute in California, and while I do incorporate other modalities of therapy, I take a predominantly philosophical approach, focusing on the human condition and how we might best navigate a variety of existential concerns that may hinder us from living fully—engaging in self-sabotage for example.
If you’ve been longing to develop a deeper understanding of self and others in the context of a more longterm, intimate therapeutic relationship—one in which you are free and encouraged to be your authentic self, we may very well be a good fit. I’m certified in existential- humanistic therapy from the Existential- Humanistic Institute in California, and while I do incorporate other modalities of therapy, I take a predominantly philosophical approach, focusing on the human condition and how we might best navigate a variety of existential concerns that may hinder us from living fully—engaging in self-sabotage for example.
Summer Morefield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63135 (Online Only)
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, SUD’s, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and empathic. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, SUD’s, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and empathic. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
Her therapeutic style is integrative and has a strong basis in person-centered/ humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and process-oriented approaches.
Life is hard. Whether you are struggling with transitions into adulthood, a new career, the process of parenthood, or other major life changes, you do not have to travel alone. Dr. Lindsey works with adults of all ages providing both therapy and psychological testing. She has specialized training in perinatal mental health and experience working with infertility, pregnancy/infant loss, as well as pregnancy and postpartum related mood and anxiety disorders. As someone who has experienced pregnancy loss herself, she has a passion for helping individuals mourn their significant loss, and in given time, help one find personal meaning.
Her therapeutic style is integrative and has a strong basis in person-centered/ humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and process-oriented approaches.
Life is hard. Whether you are struggling with transitions into adulthood, a new career, the process of parenthood, or other major life changes, you do not have to travel alone. Dr. Lindsey works with adults of all ages providing both therapy and psychological testing. She has specialized training in perinatal mental health and experience working with infertility, pregnancy/infant loss, as well as pregnancy and postpartum related mood and anxiety disorders. As someone who has experienced pregnancy loss herself, she has a passion for helping individuals mourn their significant loss, and in given time, help one find personal meaning.
My counseling philosophy is person centered, holistic and existential. I believe that - Life is a process of moving towards wholeness.... Our brokenness is the basic human dlemma and each person's story is unique... It is because of this uniqueness that we all encounter different paths.... Empowering clients and helping them to move forward involves many paths also - from cogntive, behavioral, solution focused, humanistic, psychodynamic to marriage & family therapy ... and all are essential in meeting the client "where they are" and helping them to move forward.
My counseling philosophy is person centered, holistic and existential. I believe that - Life is a process of moving towards wholeness.... Our brokenness is the basic human dlemma and each person's story is unique... It is because of this uniqueness that we all encounter different paths.... Empowering clients and helping them to move forward involves many paths also - from cogntive, behavioral, solution focused, humanistic, psychodynamic to marriage & family therapy ... and all are essential in meeting the client "where they are" and helping them to move forward.
Mallory Cohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63128
I'm passionate about helping adults and couples find healing, empowerment, growth, and meaning in their lives. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, identity development, relationship and attachment issues, life transitions, and grief. I'm especially dedicated to working with LGBTQIA+ and nonmonogamous clients. I practice from a humanistic standpoint, integrating psychodynamic, behavioral, and mindfulness-based strategies drawn from a variety of approaches in order to personalize therapy to the individual client’s values, goals, and strengths.
I'm passionate about helping adults and couples find healing, empowerment, growth, and meaning in their lives. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, identity development, relationship and attachment issues, life transitions, and grief. I'm especially dedicated to working with LGBTQIA+ and nonmonogamous clients. I practice from a humanistic standpoint, integrating psychodynamic, behavioral, and mindfulness-based strategies drawn from a variety of approaches in order to personalize therapy to the individual client’s values, goals, and strengths.
Dr. Sarah E. Bollinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63109 (Online Only)
My hope is that our work together can reignite those things that bring you the most joy and life. Often this process involves working through the impact of loss, pain, or trauma in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I work extensively with artists, musicians, womxn and queer folx, and much of my experience centers around religious trauma and spiritual wounding. My work is informed by humanistic and existential perspectives of psychotherapy, and I often incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques. I am also trained in a number of evidence-based clinical treatments including IFS, ACT, and EMDR.
My hope is that our work together can reignite those things that bring you the most joy and life. Often this process involves working through the impact of loss, pain, or trauma in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I work extensively with artists, musicians, womxn and queer folx, and much of my experience centers around religious trauma and spiritual wounding. My work is informed by humanistic and existential perspectives of psychotherapy, and I often incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques. I am also trained in a number of evidence-based clinical treatments including IFS, ACT, and EMDR.
Therapy with me is informal and collaborative, intersectional and humanistic.
Throughout our lives, many of us have been urged to mute ourselves, asked not to inconvenience or disrupt the people around us with our needs. We learn to suppress the things about us that challenge others, slowly eroding our connection to ourselves. There are countless reasons it happens: unsafe relationships, social expectations, systemic oppression, grief, life transitions, and so much more. I’ll help you tap into your inner creative resources as you learn to navigate your past, present, and future with authenticity and self-compassion.
Therapy with me is informal and collaborative, intersectional and humanistic.
Throughout our lives, many of us have been urged to mute ourselves, asked not to inconvenience or disrupt the people around us with our needs. We learn to suppress the things about us that challenge others, slowly eroding our connection to ourselves. There are countless reasons it happens: unsafe relationships, social expectations, systemic oppression, grief, life transitions, and so much more. I’ll help you tap into your inner creative resources as you learn to navigate your past, present, and future with authenticity and self-compassion.
Individual therapy services (in-person and virtual) are available to adults 18+ through a humanistic and client-centered lens.
Are you seeking inner growth and healing? Struggling with anxiety or past trauma(s)? Feeling depressed or stuck? Having difficulty in your relationships? Finding yourself easily triggered? Wanting to better understand yourself? If so, then the services I provide may be a great fit for you! I work to create a non-judgmental, safe space to allow for a trusting and connected therapeutic relationship to grow. Through this, clients are able to face emotional vulnerabilities, leading to increased understanding, compassion, and acceptance of self and others, and take committed actions towards self-growth and healing.
Individual therapy services (in-person and virtual) are available to adults 18+ through a humanistic and client-centered lens.
Are you seeking inner growth and healing? Struggling with anxiety or past trauma(s)? Feeling depressed or stuck? Having difficulty in your relationships? Finding yourself easily triggered? Wanting to better understand yourself? If so, then the services I provide may be a great fit for you! I work to create a non-judgmental, safe space to allow for a trusting and connected therapeutic relationship to grow. Through this, clients are able to face emotional vulnerabilities, leading to increased understanding, compassion, and acceptance of self and others, and take committed actions towards self-growth and healing.
Sexual Behavior Analysis (SBA) is an evidence-based and humanistic approach which uses empirically-sound practices from Sex Therapy and Sexuality Education.
I work with clients of all backgrounds, sexualities, genders and relationship dynamics. Utilizing effective methodology, I work with clients on sexual and/or sociosexual concerns, including low desire, vaginal pain, poor impulsivity control, coming out, inner shame and exploring new dynamics and/or kinks.
Sexual Behavior Analysis (SBA) is an evidence-based and humanistic approach which uses empirically-sound practices from Sex Therapy and Sexuality Education.
I work with clients of all backgrounds, sexualities, genders and relationship dynamics. Utilizing effective methodology, I work with clients on sexual and/or sociosexual concerns, including low desire, vaginal pain, poor impulsivity control, coming out, inner shame and exploring new dynamics and/or kinks.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.