Gestalt Therapists in O Fallon, IL

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in a private practice setting. I want to provide support and guidance in a safe place for clients to heal and grow while setting goals and working towards those goals. I work from a Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach to help you better understand the way your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are intertwined. I want to help clients gain insight and coping skills to create change and self acceptance.

Hi there! I'm a therapist with a certified specialty in perinatal mental health. I utilize holistic and innovative methods to treat life's common (and some not so common) speed-bumps - the ones that usually leave us feeling like we're trapped in frustrating cycles or tapped out energetically. My life's work and passion is all about holding space for clients who are ready to own their stories and transform their lives. I aim to work with individuals who are ready to become empowered to make a return to their most authentic self! If you are looking for a counselor who is creative, non-judgmental & laid back, we may be a great fit.

We are all human. I know trauma on a personal level and treating trauma has become my passion. I use a client centered approach where you are the master of your own life; I am merely here to walk beside you as a guide and companion. My hope is to empower you to work through your trauma and life’s challenges. I am bilingual (Spanish and English) and offer in person counseling as well as online and over the phone.

My counseling style is family-centered, and blends a variety of therapeutic elements. Goals in therapy include self-actualization - setting & achieving personal goals that will help you realize your full potential. As a Veteran, I also specialize in PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and in Men’s issues. I enjoy creating a safe space where men can explore and share emotions/feelings. I work with individuals experiencing a range of symptoms: addiction, anxiety, chronic stress, depression, grief, impulse control, obsessive-compulsive, sleep disturbances, and relationship issues.

I am currently welcoming new clients who are wishing to create and achieve goals while exploring his or her life's journey. Understanding and reprocessing traumatic experiences is a large part of the experience, and I believe that everyone has the potential to heal. Anger, sadness, joy, fear and so many other emotions add spice to our lives. I strive to help others master and accept the way emotions, thoughts, and behaviors impact our relationships. If you are looking to grow in a safe environment and find your niche, I would be honored to embark on that journey with you.

Today, the concept of marriage involves practical, economical, social, psychological, and emotional aspects. As the expectation of what a marriage is and should be has increased, the disappointment, disagreement, and struggle to meet all the expectations have also increased.

My mission is to provide the highest quality mental health care in a compassionate and culturally sensitive way to help individuals, groups, and families achieve their personal goals. I use client-centered and evidence-based approaches to address the unique needs of my clients and work collaboratively to help each client to achieve a healthy, balanced lifestyle. I specialize in treating a variety of areas such as anxiety, depression, PTSD/ trauma, and stress management. I tailor treatment to your specific needs and enjoy helping and empowering youth and young adults.

David Bova, LCPC, NCC, works with adolescents and adults on a wide variety of issues. He is passionate, enthusiastic, always supportive of patients working through difficult decisions, and gives guidance towards long-term change. He believes that the journey starts with where the patient is at and that there is no such thing as slow progress. David recognizes how developing new skills and philosophies about the self can have profound effects on the rest of one’s life. He believes that therapy should be flexible and emphasizes the therapeutic alliance above all else.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience. If you are motivated to advance in life and overcome the obstacles that may potentially hinder your personal, social and professional development, I will be the right person for you to work with.

Mental health is an essential and a basic part of overall health and wellbeing. All humans struggle at different times in our lives and experience hardships. During our lifespan on occasion we need assistance and a positive support system to work on goals and or help with presenting issues. Sometimes we need a set of new skills or tools, and or a soundboard to be heard and validated.

My ideal clients are individuals who have experienced trauma including domestic, sexual, physical, and verbal abuse, as well as traumatic loss, PTSD, early childhood trauma, abandonment, addiction, anxiety, and depression. I have previously worked with children, teens, and adults in trauma-based settings and implemented healthy coping skills within my therapy approach. I use a humanistic and person-centered approach because each person is so intricately unique that they deserve to be worked with in a way that best fits their needs. I incorporate mindfulness-based techniques to help individuals connect their mind, body, and spirit.

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.

I am Norma Venable a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 25 years of counseling experience and love helping others! My priority is to provide a therapeutic relationship in a safe, nonjudgmental, and confidential environment so you feel comfortable discussing your truth. My person-centered & integrative approach is customized to your specific needs. I utilize counseling from a positive, holistic, strength-based perspective of hope and growth through self-awareness and insights. I believe each of us is a unique individual with several differences that make us who we are so only we know the best solutions for ourselves.