Parenting Therapists in Adair County, MO
Alice Leckenby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
1 Endorsed
Kirksville, MO 63501
Waitlist for new clients
I especially enjoy counseling families through parenting challenges, as well as helping clients to understand and heal their inner child.
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 especially enjoy counseling families through parenting challenges, as well as helping clients to understand and heal their inner child.
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 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.
My goal is to create an envronment in which clients feel heard and validated, provide individuals with coping strategies to navigate challenging situations and uncomfortable emotions and empower clients to strive for a more fulfilling future.
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.
My goal is to create an envronment in which clients feel heard and validated, provide individuals with coping strategies to navigate challenging situations and uncomfortable emotions and empower clients to strive for a more fulfilling 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?
I work with individuals 16+ with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and other diagnoses. I have 15+ years’ experience working with people of all ages and their families, schools, and other service systems, primarily in substance abuse rehabilitation and case management for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
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?
I work with individuals 16+ with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and other diagnoses. I have 15+ years’ experience working with people of all ages and their families, schools, and other service systems, primarily in substance abuse rehabilitation and case management for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
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.
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.
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.
Licensed in MO & CO.
Non-judgmental Stance, Listening, Hope, Trust;
I bring these values to counseling.
My passion is to work with families, couples, and individuals struggling with life's pressures due to immediate circumstances or ongoing difficulties. Finding a therapist you can trust is vital in the process of moving forward and feeling empowered to make changes. I offer a free consultation to ensure a beneficial therapeutic relationship. Relationships help us heal and connect. My intention is to connect in a mutually honest and trusting relationship.
Licensed in MO & CO.
Non-judgmental Stance, Listening, Hope, Trust;
I bring these values to counseling.
My passion is to work with families, couples, and individuals struggling with life's pressures due to immediate circumstances or ongoing difficulties. Finding a therapist you can trust is vital in the process of moving forward and feeling empowered to make changes. I offer a free consultation to ensure a beneficial therapeutic relationship. Relationships help us heal and connect. My intention is to connect in a mutually honest and trusting relationship.
Challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, are made easier when we partner together to explore those experiences in a safe and supportive environment. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults in navigating life and accompanying changes.
Challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, are made easier when we partner together to explore those experiences in a safe and supportive environment. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults in navigating life and accompanying changes.
Online Therapists
I work with clients who may be struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, parenting issues, divorce, coparenting, depression, substance abuse, and much more.
I have been in the counseling field for 8 years now. I focus my private practice on the overall wellness model. Our overall health is very intertwined. I practice by the motto, Strong Body, Strong Mind and I have found a way to incorporate both physical health and mental health into my practice. If you are someone struggling with low self esteem, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, mood shifts, fatigue, weight gain, hormone issues, etc., then I would love to help you get your life back on track!
I work with clients who may be struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, parenting issues, divorce, coparenting, depression, substance abuse, and much more.
I have been in the counseling field for 8 years now. I focus my private practice on the overall wellness model. Our overall health is very intertwined. I practice by the motto, Strong Body, Strong Mind and I have found a way to incorporate both physical health and mental health into my practice. If you are someone struggling with low self esteem, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, mood shifts, fatigue, weight gain, hormone issues, etc., then I would love to help you get your life back on track!
I work with adults to help understand and navigate trauma, troubled relationships, life transitions big and small, career/school problems, parenting challenges and more.
It may sound cliche, but the world can feel like a combat zone. And our place in the world can may feel confusing and purposeless, with no direction. Having someone to talk to can really help. I offer evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with traditional talk therapy supported by a person-centered "you first" philosophy.
I work with adults to help understand and navigate trauma, troubled relationships, life transitions big and small, career/school problems, parenting challenges and more.
It may sound cliche, but the world can feel like a combat zone. And our place in the world can may feel confusing and purposeless, with no direction. Having someone to talk to can really help. I offer evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with traditional talk therapy supported by a person-centered "you first" philosophy.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are coping with stress, trauma, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, and life transitions.
My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and collaborative. I care about how your story, body, and relationships interact. We’ll work at a pace that feels right for you. I believe healing isn’t about fixing what’s “wrong” but about reconnecting with who you are beneath the stress, fear, or self-doubt. My role is not to lead you but to walk with you.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are coping with stress, trauma, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, and life transitions.
My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and collaborative. I care about how your story, body, and relationships interact. We’ll work at a pace that feels right for you. I believe healing isn’t about fixing what’s “wrong” but about reconnecting with who you are beneath the stress, fear, or self-doubt. My role is not to lead you but to walk with you.
We all go through difficult times at different parts of our life. It can help to have someone to talk to. I have particular experience with adults in midlife crisis, couples counseling, and adolescents experiencing, school problems, behavior problems, parent/child conflict, and trauma. I have experience with individual therapy, parent/child conflict, divorce, alternative relationships and LGBTQIA issues. I specialize in trauma treatment for all age groups. CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEMEDICINE SESSIONS VIA ZOOM OR SKYPE.
We all go through difficult times at different parts of our life. It can help to have someone to talk to. I have particular experience with adults in midlife crisis, couples counseling, and adolescents experiencing, school problems, behavior problems, parent/child conflict, and trauma. I have experience with individual therapy, parent/child conflict, divorce, alternative relationships and LGBTQIA issues. I specialize in trauma treatment for all age groups. CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEMEDICINE SESSIONS VIA ZOOM OR SKYPE.
I provide an assortment of parenting ideas to help families live together with a better understanding and appreciation of each other.
I am a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and I am also credentialed as a Registered Play Therapist & Play Therapist Supervisor. I provide Licensure Supervision for clinical social work and also provide supervision for Play Therapy certification.
I provide an assortment of parenting ideas to help families live together with a better understanding and appreciation of each other.
I am a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and I am also credentialed as a Registered Play Therapist & Play Therapist Supervisor. I provide Licensure Supervision for clinical social work and also provide supervision for Play Therapy certification.
I have experience providing to those struggling with a variety of issues, such as substance use, abandonment issues, trauma, PTSD, relationship, domestic abuse, intimacy and sex issues, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, behavior management, divorce, emotion regulation, grief and loss, low self-worth, and parenting issues.
I am excepting NEW client openings! I will help you make goals and achieve your goals. We work together to get your life back on track. Let me help you with life situations, trauma, relationships, substance use. I will listen to you without judgment in a safe and confidential environment. I am a certified addictions counselor with 15 years plus experience and have my EMDR certification since 2022. I work with adults and adolescence. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and in Criminal Justice. I provide counseling for individual's, couples, and families.
I have experience providing to those struggling with a variety of issues, such as substance use, abandonment issues, trauma, PTSD, relationship, domestic abuse, intimacy and sex issues, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, behavior management, divorce, emotion regulation, grief and loss, low self-worth, and parenting issues.
I am excepting NEW client openings! I will help you make goals and achieve your goals. We work together to get your life back on track. Let me help you with life situations, trauma, relationships, substance use. I will listen to you without judgment in a safe and confidential environment. I am a certified addictions counselor with 15 years plus experience and have my EMDR certification since 2022. I work with adults and adolescence. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and in Criminal Justice. I provide counseling for individual's, couples, and families.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I can help you find ways to move beyond old hurts, find freedom from anxiety and depression, develop relationship and parenting skills, work through sexual concerns, and cope with stress.
My specialty is working with relationships, anxiety, depression, sexual issues/addictions, and college students in transition. I work with individuals, married/co-habiting couples, those who are considering marriage, families, children, and with post-divorce individuals. I have engaged in multi-generational counseling, family- of-origin work and sex therapy.
I can help you find ways to move beyond old hurts, find freedom from anxiety and depression, develop relationship and parenting skills, work through sexual concerns, and cope with stress.
My specialty is working with relationships, anxiety, depression, sexual issues/addictions, and college students in transition. I work with individuals, married/co-habiting couples, those who are considering marriage, families, children, and with post-divorce individuals. I have engaged in multi-generational counseling, family- of-origin work and sex therapy.
I have experience with family conflict, parenting problems, relationship issues, school problems, trauma, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, self esteem, and anger management.
Hello! My name is Sara and I have over 15 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in St. Louis, Missouri. I have experience working with individuals, families, teenagers, and children. I have provided services in a variety of settings including residential treatment centers, homes, and schools. I am a rostered Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and a Nationally Certified Clinician.
I have experience with family conflict, parenting problems, relationship issues, school problems, trauma, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, self esteem, and anger management.
Hello! My name is Sara and I have over 15 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in St. Louis, Missouri. I have experience working with individuals, families, teenagers, and children. I have provided services in a variety of settings including residential treatment centers, homes, and schools. I am a rostered Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, and a Nationally Certified Clinician.
I am interested in working with neurodiverse children and adolescents, parenting, parents’ mental health, women’s mental health, and specific mental health challenges such as anxiety, autism, learning differences, and ADHD.
My counseling philosophy is person-centered, particularly child-centered play therapy (CCPT) when working with children and young adolescents. I believe therapeutic growth comes from the relationship, unconditional acceptance, freedom, and self-actualization.
I am interested in working with neurodiverse children and adolescents, parenting, parents’ mental health, women’s mental health, and specific mental health challenges such as anxiety, autism, learning differences, and ADHD.
My counseling philosophy is person-centered, particularly child-centered play therapy (CCPT) when working with children and young adolescents. I believe therapeutic growth comes from the relationship, unconditional acceptance, freedom, and self-actualization.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, self-esteem issues, anger management, OCD, ADHD, bipolar, impulse control struggles, parenting problems, grief, stress management, relationship struggles, etc.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (MO) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (KS) with over 11 years of experience working with teens and adults coming from diverse backgrounds providing individual, family and couples therapy.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, self-esteem issues, anger management, OCD, ADHD, bipolar, impulse control struggles, parenting problems, grief, stress management, relationship struggles, etc.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (MO) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (KS) with over 11 years of experience working with teens and adults coming from diverse backgrounds providing individual, family and couples therapy.
I provide psychotherapy to individuals who are finding themselves stuck, lacking meaning or purpose, struggling internally with depression, anxiety, trauma, or difficult and unhelpful thoughts, and who are seeking active, goal-oriented therapy to help them live a full, rich, meaningful life.
I provide psychotherapy to individuals who are finding themselves stuck, lacking meaning or purpose, struggling internally with depression, anxiety, trauma, or difficult and unhelpful thoughts, and who are seeking active, goal-oriented therapy to help them live a full, rich, meaningful life.
I will work with you as an individual/couple/family by assessing what is most important to you in achieving a positive outcome that you decide you would like to achieve. I have been in private practice since 1993 completing post graduate work at Menninger Foundation. I am a Certified Master Practitioner and Trainer of NLP and Ericksonian hypnosis, both which facilitate change as defined by the client with issues such as PTSD, stress, anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, sexual dysfunction, unwanted addictive behaviors as well as behaviors that just aren't working for you. I work with individuals and couples.
I will work with you as an individual/couple/family by assessing what is most important to you in achieving a positive outcome that you decide you would like to achieve. I have been in private practice since 1993 completing post graduate work at Menninger Foundation. I am a Certified Master Practitioner and Trainer of NLP and Ericksonian hypnosis, both which facilitate change as defined by the client with issues such as PTSD, stress, anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, sexual dysfunction, unwanted addictive behaviors as well as behaviors that just aren't working for you. I work with individuals and couples.
Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.