Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Springfield, MO

My general approach with working with clients for over 17 years is highly individualized, relational and strengthen based. I believe most clients simply need an environment to communicate, process feelings and gain insight in order to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I offer individual therapy for adolescents, adults and family therapy. My passion has always been treating eating disorders and the underlying causes such as depression and anxiety. Another clinical passion and area of focus has been assisting women and mothers with identity development and navigating life transitions.

I work with individuals with a wide range of concerns. My clinical specialties and interests include disordered eating, body image, obesity and weight loss, LGBTQ, gender identity, phase of life transitions, grief/loss, relationships, assertive communication, issues related to trauma/adverse life experiences, holistic health and wellness, self-compassion, and promoting self-awareness and insight. My background includes significant experience in the delivery of behavioral health care including individual psychotherapy and inpatient, intensive-outpatient, and outpatient groups. In addition to my experience with psychotherapy services, I also complete psychological assessments, provide supervision to pre-doctoral psychology interns, and consultation services.

Clear View Therapies offer a variety of counseling methods and groups*. Medicaid families and sliding scale clients are served with pride. Specialties include brief and focused behavioral health and trauma therapy approaches. Civil and family mediation offered at reasonable prices, on site supervised visitation with trained specialist and spiritual, alternative/blended and family oriented counseling are offered. We realize that appropriate resolution to personal conflict can nurture healthy socialization and personal growth. I invite you to consult with me or my associates. Privacy is of the utmost importance. Thank you for taking the time to read about us.

I believe that there is currently a large population of highly successful professionals who are struggling with issues of addiction, abuse, or trauma in an unhealthy way, such as watching pornography or sex. My clients are successful professionals who have areas in their lives that have become chaotic. My goal is to accurately assess then offer personalized, safe, therapeutic interventions.

As many differences as we all have, we all have things in common - we all have pain, and we're all made both to be healed and to heal each other. I hope to teach others to prioritize their own wellbeing because I have found when I prioritize myself that is how I help heal others. So many of us have been taught that selflessness means prioritizing everyone else first. Selflessness really means losing track of self-consciousness and ego as we pursue joy, spirituality and depth. To be selfless is freedom from guilt, shame, and self judgement.

Healthy sexuality is our objective in sexual addiction. Sex is an integral and balanced part of life experience. Sexual behaviors become problematic when they violate vows and values, are dishonest, harmful to others, put you at risk, diminishes your joy in life, act as a barrier filled with shame, self-contempt, and isolation. Sexual health creates intimacy and closeness, characterized by trust, respect, joy and safety. Sexual health can be achieved by sex addicts in recovery. The trauma and addiction model identifies the trauma and internal system that underwrites addiction and does not view problematic behavior as moral failure.

I'm sorry, but I am not currently accepting new clients at this time.

Are you an individual finding it hard to cope with life; a family with natural waves of tides pulling at you, making it tough to keep up? Change is all we can count on, but how we navigate the shifting metaphorical tides of our life is another story. We each have our own unique experiences, underlying gifts and challenges. Without some time to yourself to process it all, everything can come crashing down. I would like to help you do that in a creative way. As a guide through expressive therapies, we will draw upon best practices with children to help hone and shape your family community, or help you to be the master of your ship.

In this grave hour in America's existence we need to help each other. When we work together we will find our own sources of strength and resolve to meet the challenges of our life. I have been doing EMDR since 1996 and have many techniques to resolve past traumas that cause anxiety. If you are looking for a psychologist with 33 years of professional experience, you may wish to make an appointment. If you have panic attacks, social anxiety, P.T.S.D., or depression then I'm sure I can be of significant help to you. Visit my website at www.murrellpsychologicalservice.com or visit www.healthgrades.com/rate/XPCS2 to see our reviews.

I believe counseling is a partnership in which we work together in developing and implementing a plan to reach the clients treatment goals. Each client is unique and different, and I adjust according to the clients needs. I work well with clients who are ready to do the work to heal and grow. The client and I are active throughout the counseling process. I have found that this process is a journey towards healing and thriving in all areas of life. Many of my clients have found themselves stuck in life. I help clients find what is keeping them stuck and develop the skills to overcome these barriers so they might heal and grow.

"Currently offering sessions via Telehealth/online as we navigate this new terrain together." Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and relationships like a constant struggle. We have a knowledge that it wasn’t meant to be this way and feel compelled to take the first steps toward wholeness but sometimes don’t know where to begin. Through compassion and empathy, I partner with clients to begin their healing journey. I seek first to understand their story, providing a safe and secure place to process the pain. It is my core belief that no problem is too messy and no challenging situation is without hope.

My clients are successful, highly-motivated professionals who find that certain areas of life are becoming unmanageable. I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT®) specializing in sex/porn addictions, partners of sex addicts, multiple addictions, trauma, abuse, and PTSD. I trained under Patrick Carnes at the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP). Under Dan Allender I earned an advanced counseling certificate in trauma-focused narrative therapy. Addiction, abuse and trauma are viewed as symptoms rather than defining characteristics. I seek an approach to recovery that embraces positive, proactive, sustainable change.

Are you feeling your anxiety rise with each day as our world navigates it's way through the Coronavirus? I provide counseling for anxiety and depression through telehealth. You do not need to leave your home to receive compassionate, empathic assistance. I am here to help you. I have experience working with women, men and teens with depression, anxiety and trauma including childhood issues that continue to influence their present life. If you are looking for relief and tools to help you have a better life, give me call. I am currently offering a $10.00 discount for telehealth clients.

I have observed the therapeutic effects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) on depression and have developed an extensive repertoire of behavioral tactics for its treatment. The worst thing about depression is that it makes us feel as if there is no hope for ever getting out of it. In fact, it's a very treatable disorder. CBT uses logic, reasoning, and goal setting to dig ourselves out of depression. I supplement CBT with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a state of the art non-talk therapy. EMDR intensifies and multiplies our positive nerves and decreases pessimistic obsessive thoughts.

“Just a small-town girl, living in a lonely world…” Hi there! I never thought I’d have a good excuse to use a Journey song as my introduction, but here we are! I am a small-town girl; I grew up in Willard, graduated from Willard, and have returned. While driving home for Christmas in 2015, I realized Willard needed a counseling center--and I have officially taken the leap! My hope is this can help Willard and the smaller surrounding towns not have to drive all the way to Springfield. "Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable..." - Mr. Fred Rogers

“Set your life on fire. Seek those who fan your flame.” - Rumi ________________________________________________ Do you feel overwhelmed, uncomfortable and are struggling to find meaning? Do you have difficulty with the relationships and interactions with others? Are you concerned for a loved one? I would like to help. I provide a safe and secure environment to express yourself freely while assisting you navigate your journey of healing by providing tools needed to increase your tolerance for change to allow you to flourish and bloom.

Life is a mix of joy and sorrow! Walking through the difficult times is tough emotionally, physically, and spiritually! There is no need to suffer through these hard times alone! God offers comfort and unconditional love in the midst of hardship! Thankfully, He equips His followers with guidance, wisdom, and love to help endure our hardships victoriously. God called me into the counseling field to walk with you through the painful areas of your life! I am well-trained in psychological techniques and approaches! In addition, I have a special love and compassion for people, and utilize a Biblical and Christ-centered approach.

My ideal client is a individual who is ready to make personal change to improve his or her life. I am a person-centered counselor; your therapy is focused on you. I listen, enter your world, your understanding of your issues to help you. I reflect your feelings, and ask the right questions at the right time to help you discover the hope you are seeking. You can expect unconditional positive regard; no judgment from me. I am here to help you help yourself. We will decide together what your goals in therapy are.

From Adversity to New Life. While often it is our daily reactions that make us what change, neurobiological research now proves that past traumatic experiences cause damage to the brain. EMDR Therapy helps clients to process and overcome a multitude of difficult life experiences and regain healthy thinking and functioning.

I specialize in individual counseling for ambitious men and women who want to love themselves and their relationships again. Whether you are going through a breakup or divorce, navigating a tough relationship or you are dealing with situations that are stretching you outside of your comfort zone, I'm here for you. On the outside, you look like you have it all. You have a thriving business or a great job, and a nice home. But on the inside, you feel lost and overwhelmed. You no longer have the drive you once had and are tired of pushing yourself to prove your worth.