Teletherapy for Adair County, MO
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You’re doing your best, but life still feels overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, ADHD, depression, grief, trauma, or anger, you don’t have to go through it alone. I also have experience in working with clients that have bipolar disorder and LBGTQIA concerns. Therapy can be a space to breathe, process, and move forward with clarity. I work with adults of all ages facing a wide range of concerns—helping them untangle thoughts, build resilience, and create lasting change. If you're ready to feel more grounded and in control, let’s take the next step together.
Visit my website to learn more and schedule your first session— online booking is simple and secure.
You’re doing your best, but life still feels overwhelming. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, ADHD, depression, grief, trauma, or anger, you don’t have to go through it alone. I also have experience in working with clients that have bipolar disorder and LBGTQIA concerns. Therapy can be a space to breathe, process, and move forward with clarity. I work with adults of all ages facing a wide range of concerns—helping them untangle thoughts, build resilience, and create lasting change. If you're ready to feel more grounded and in control, let’s take the next step together.
I believe the relationship between client and counselor is what can make therapy the most effective. I value being genuine, compassionate, and transparent in order to build rapport with clients and for them to feel comfortable in being authentically themselves. With that, I take a person-centered approach in order to meet the client where they are and provide a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere to process thoughts, emotions, trauma, and learn to cope with life’s challenges.
I believe the relationship between client and counselor is what can make therapy the most effective. I value being genuine, compassionate, and transparent in order to build rapport with clients and for them to feel comfortable in being authentically themselves. With that, I take a person-centered approach in order to meet the client where they are and provide a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere to process thoughts, emotions, trauma, and learn to cope with life’s challenges.
Do you find yourself feeling stressed and overwhelmed, ruminating on thoughts or feeling as though you will never feel good again? These issues have a way of sneaking up on us when we least expect it, especially when we are going through life transitions, grief or loss, or have experienced trauma. It can be challenging to navigate life stressors without the proper tools and support. I can help guide your mental and emotional journey as we work together identifying tools and resources to become your best self.
Do you find yourself feeling stressed and overwhelmed, ruminating on thoughts or feeling as though you will never feel good again? These issues have a way of sneaking up on us when we least expect it, especially when we are going through life transitions, grief or loss, or have experienced trauma. It can be challenging to navigate life stressors without the proper tools and support. I can help guide your mental and emotional journey as we work together identifying tools and resources to become your best self.
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Are you grieving because of a recent diagnosis for yourself or a loved one? Wondering what might have been if you had known sooner and wondering what this means for the future? Do you want to parent your children differently than you were yourself but struggle to know what to do when all you’ve experienced is what NOT to do? Even if you’re figuring it out, do you still worry you will fail? Do you want to become better at setting boundaries with friends, family, your employer, or others in your life? Stand up for yourself AND feel good about it? Even create an exit plan?
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Are you grieving because of a recent diagnosis for yourself or a loved one? Wondering what might have been if you had known sooner and wondering what this means for the future? Do you want to parent your children differently than you were yourself but struggle to know what to do when all you’ve experienced is what NOT to do? Even if you’re figuring it out, do you still worry you will fail? Do you want to become better at setting boundaries with friends, family, your employer, or others in your life? Stand up for yourself AND feel good about it? Even create an exit plan?
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with 20 years experience in the counseling field. I provide individual therapy to children and adults. I have experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds with a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, stress managment, relationship issues and challenges of parenting.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with 20 years experience in the counseling field. I provide individual therapy to children and adults. I have experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds with a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, stress managment, relationship issues and challenges of parenting.
Alice Leckenby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
1 Endorsed
Kirksville, MO 63501
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I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a Registered Play Therapist (RPT-S) with over 10 years’ experience working with families. As a Registered Play Therapist, I use non-directive play therapy to allow children to experience control and increase their ability to make their own healthy decisions.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a Registered Play Therapist (RPT-S) with over 10 years’ experience working with families. As a Registered Play Therapist, I use non-directive play therapy to allow children to experience control and increase their ability to make their own healthy decisions.
Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.