Medicare Therapists in Edwardsville, IL

I (Kristi) have been in private practice since 2000 and incorporated it into CalmWaters Counseling. You will be treated with respect, dignity, and assigned the best fit for a counselor. You are not alone. Difficult things happen to everyone in life and sometimes a helping hand is just what is needed. We want you to know at CalmWaters Counseling, we will walk with you through the situation that brings you into counseling until it is resolved or improved.

After having worked as a school counselor at the grade school level for nine years, and at the high school level for fifteen, I transitioned to working with adults in a clinical setting, ten years ago. I have experience in meeting with people to work through relationship issues, process emotions, and learn new tools for dealing with anxiety, depression, and stress.

I enjoy working with couples, individuals and families. I also enjoy working with adolescents. Following graduation from St. Louis University in 1995 my focus became helping people attain higher levels of happiness and satisfaction in their relationships and lives. Issues I address include relationship issues, anxiety and depression, post traumatic stress disorder, work or career issues, performance enhancement, parenting issues, health challenges, abuse, etc. My ideal client is looking for someone who will be their partner in their healing journey. I broadcast a weekly radio show at www.blogtalkradio.com/thelovefrequency. Try it. Let me know if you like it.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or a self-defeating behavior? People seek therapy for different reasons. You may be reading this because you are struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, relationship problems, etc. Our lives are constantly evolving and changing; sometimes those changes can be challenging and even overwhelming. I offer a highly personalized approach to resolve some of the challenges you are facing. I work with individuals from a strength based perspective. During therapy sessions, we will work together to identify your strengths and explore areas for growth and change.

Everyday life is a challenge and situations occur that make it more difficult. Families can be problematic, growing-up is challenging for the adolescent and parents, relationships are difficult, grief is painful, jobs can be strenuous, financial worries weigh heavy, medical problems can wear us down and the list goes on. If life challenges have caused you to experience less pleasure, more sadness and anxiety, disturbed sleep, or behaviors that are not normal for you, it will help to seek an experienced counselor to talk to. You don't have to face problems alone. Make an appointment and let's get started on your healing journey.

If you ever said, “I’m so messed up no one can help me”, or “My life is a wreck.”, then come tell me your story. Lets go on a journey together to find peace, empowerment and a positive change. As a therapist, my mission is to support, validate and help individuals, couples and families to navigate life’s challenges and needs while finding better ways to cope.

Hello! My name is Monica. I am a counselor by profession and by nature; even the meaning of my name is "counselor". I have a Master's Degree in Social Work, with over 15 years of experience. I am also certified to administer Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, treating children and adults of all ages.

We work with a variety of clients, and because we are a group practice with diverse experience and niches, we have someone for everyone! Ideal clients for us are those looking for telehealth services or those who are needing services in their home because they are homebound (or seniors living in long-term care communities). We enjoy working with clients are who self-motivated and will work with issues whether they be acute or chronic.