Kara Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (573) 260-1453

Welcome! My name is Kara Bates. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) who has had experience in a variety of counseling settings. I offer individual and child counseling. I provide a holistic approach to counseling by addressing your physical, mental, emotional, and social needs. I approach therapy in an integrative, client-centered way in which my clients are seen as the expert in their lives to ensure the highest quality care is provided. I assist and guide you through interpersonal changes and healing. We will begin where you are and tailor your treatment from there.
Specialties: Self-esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes Also experienced in: Stress, Anxiety , Depression , Body Image , Communication Problems , Control Issues , Life Purpose , Self-Love , Women's Issues , Workplace Issues
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including solution-focused, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and more. It takes courage to reach out and to take the first steps toward change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Kara Bates now - (573) 260-1453
Let's Connect (573) 260-1453

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Kara Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (573) 260-1453
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Missouri / 2020024465 Kara Bates
- Certificate from Certified Rehabilitation Counselor 273696 / 2017
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Kara Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (573) 260-1453
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Image
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Grief
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Kara Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (573) 260-1453
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Kara Bates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (573) 260-1453