Therapists Beginning With D in Missouri

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Registered Supervisor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and EMDR Certified Therapist. My specialty is working with children, adolescents and adults that struggle with depression, anxiety, attachment issues, grief and complex trauma. Please note: only those who have RPT or RPT-S credentials have the qualifications and training required by the Association for Play Therapy to be certified as Play Therapists. EMDR “training” does not infer EMDR Certification or guarantee competency regarding ability to integrate EMDR therapy into clinical practice.

Let me come along side you and show you how your past experiences have given you the strength and resilience to grow. I will give you the tools you need to detach from what is not working in your life so you can live according to your true values and passions. Studies show that making small changes leads to permanent change. I will guide you in building small successes so that you can experience true and life altering change. I know that you are sick of feeling like you are stuck, that things can't or won't ever change. THINGS CAN CHANGE. YOU CAN FEEL BETTER!

Do you survive or thrive? Your relationship with yourself is reflected in relationships with family, friends, colleagues, professional life and the world around you. How do you seek, expect, and provide attunement to yourself and important others? Inter-generational relational templates play a part in the degree to which we survive or thrive. Attachment and relational patterns meant to gain closeness can mean one feels “seen”/accepted or disappointed/rejected, and etc… You can learn to listen to yourself with an open-minded curiosity, in order to identify your relational patterns and how they support or hinder you.

Jeanie, Shawn and I provide counseling, treatment and assessment services. Experience matters.

Life becomes too difficult; you need an objective someone to talk to, listen to your story, and provide encouragement that you can not only survive what you are going through, but work to find purpose and meaning in the midst of the storm. The most important aspect of therapy is the Client-Therapist relationship. Once it is determined that the Client is comfortable with me, then it is a collaborative effort to help facilitate the healing process through the life changes the Client faces. My job is to provide a safe place for change and growth to happen.

While assisting adult individuals and couples to address their specific emotional concerns for over 27 yrs. I discovered, from depression to anxiety, from guilt to grief, emotions are only an aspect of who you are but don’t define who you are.

I am a licensed psychologist who provides general therapy services to adult individuals. My approach to therapy is both humanistic and collaborative. I strive to create an atmosphere of acceptance, warmth, safety, and caring in my practice.

I have worked with children, teens, adults and families in many capacities in my career. I use evidence-based treatments to help my clients heal from their trauma. Those modalities include EMDR, DBT, and TF-CBT. I also utilize play therapy and mindfulness practices. I specialize in trauma therapy, emotion dysregulation and issues associated with difficult life transitions. I so enjoy helping others become their best selves. I truly look forward to helping you on your journey from hurt to hope!

I provide teletherapy services in both Missouri and Kansas. We all have encountered hurt or adversity at some point in our lives. It can leave us feeling overwhelmed or feeling like we lack the motivation to function day to day. I strive to focus on your strengths while working with you to resolve current issues that are interfering with personal relationships or goals. I am privileged to walk alongside your journey of hope and healing in therapeutic relationship. My background experience includes psychiatric facilities, university and student counseling, adults, adolescents, children, women's issues, and couples.

I have been in private practice for over 35 years. I meet the client where they are at and more importantly assist them in where they want to be. I strive to help in the most professional and respectful way and value each and every opportunity to be in the lives of those who want to live the life they want. I believe there is nothing wrong with the individual but they are often striving for balance and harmony in their lives. All my clients want the same thing-Love and acceptance.

Helping people of all ages, from children age 6 through adulthood is my passion. Using cognitive behavioral therapy, I focus on ways to help change thoughts and behaviors. I have many years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples teaching them methods to cope with difficult situations and how to take control of their lives. Some people need a few counseling sessions, while others may need more extensive help in learning behavioral change. My experience includes aiding people in managing anxiety, anger, depressive symptoms, and ways to cope with chronic mental illness such as Bipolar disorder and ADD/ADHD.

Maybe you find yourself between a rock and a hard place, dealing with the stress of a difficult or broken relationship, depression, anxiety, loss, or an addiction. Maybe you are going through a big life transition like a move, an empty nest, recent retirement or a job loss. Maybe you live with the effects of past trauma, feel alone and rejected, and does not have someone safe who will listen to you, and you feel exhausted, longing for change. As your counselor, I can walk alongside your while you take steps towards healing and living a more fulfilling and joyful life.

As a Christian Counselor, I come alongside you to help navigate difficult emotions and situations and discover solutions that your future self will be thankful for. I'm a Clinical Social Worker licensed to provide psychotherapy in the states of Texas/Kansas/Missouri/Oklahoma. I have experience working with clients struggling through: depression; anxiety; relationship issues; family conflicts; men's issues; grief and loss; trauma from physical and sexual abuse; marital and relationship problems; addiction; parenting issues; and many other life challenges.

Our difficulties need not be sources of shame, guilt or blame; rather, when understood, they can help us develop wisdom, understanding and compassion. Gaining insight and perspective through counseling allows fresh meaning and motivation into our lives and our relationships. Starting this work is an investment in yourself, allowing you to learn about yourself and what makes you unique, while expanding the possibilities of what can be.

"When we are no longer able to change a situation- we are challenged to change ourselves"- Viktor E. Frankl. Life's challenges are opportunities for personal growth and transformation. Many of us come to counseling as a last resort after all other attempts at making changes or feeling some relief have not worked. Whether you are looking to manage a specific condition such as anxiety/depression or relationship issues; are feeling stuck or stressed; or are looking for a deeper connection and meaning in life, I am here to assist you.

I am passionate about providing healing and supportive counseling services to my Clients. I provide individual, family, and couples counseling. My focus is on working with people who experience symptoms of PTSD, gender dysphoria, depression, anxiety, LGBT Issues, behavior disorders, and adjustment to life's ever changing stresses. Each person is unique w/ their own individual biology and environmental experiences. Therefore, therapy is individually tailored to each Clients unique circumstances. I offer face to face counseling and Telehealth where appropriate.

I have over 20 years of experience in the field of social services/mental health. I have worked greatly with children, adolescents and families with multiple needs. I am familiar with the struggles of single motherhood as I myself am a single mother. My greatest contribution to society is that I have raise seven strong, educated young women.

Do you constantly find yourself in toxic relationships? Have your relationships caused you anxiety or depression? It’s time for a change. As your therapist, my goal is to help you thrive in healthy relationships with your romantic partner, friend, or family member. Using an emotion focused approach I will empower you with tools to improve your relationships and your self esteem. As I completed the requirements to earn a PhD in Counseling and Psychological Studies at Regent University, I began to focus on empowering Black single mothers struggling with depression and anxiety. If you’re ready for change, let’s connect.