Female Therapists in Brentwood, MO
Life can be overwhelming, especially when navigating childhood trauma, family struggles, or personal growth. Whether you're a child, adolescent, young adult, or family, I'm here to help. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist, I specialize in trauma-informed care, focusing on parent-child relationships, emotion regulation, and communication. Using CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, DDP, and ARC, I offer personalized support to build resilience, foster growth, and create positive change. Let's work together on your journey to healing and transformation.
Life can be overwhelming, especially when navigating childhood trauma, family struggles, or personal growth. Whether you're a child, adolescent, young adult, or family, I'm here to help. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist, I specialize in trauma-informed care, focusing on parent-child relationships, emotion regulation, and communication. Using CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, DDP, and ARC, I offer personalized support to build resilience, foster growth, and create positive change. Let's work together on your journey to healing and transformation.
My ideal clients are women and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma. You may be struggling with stress, major life changes, or seeking healthy coping mechanisms. You want compassionate support, practical strategies, and a safe space for growth. Your goals include building resilience, improving mental health, and finding balance. You value creative, evidence-based approaches and a therapist who fosters authenticity, compassion, and acceptance throughout your journey. Ready to start your healing? Let's work together to create meaningful change.
My ideal clients are women and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma. You may be struggling with stress, major life changes, or seeking healthy coping mechanisms. You want compassionate support, practical strategies, and a safe space for growth. Your goals include building resilience, improving mental health, and finding balance. You value creative, evidence-based approaches and a therapist who fosters authenticity, compassion, and acceptance throughout your journey. Ready to start your healing? Let's work together to create meaningful change.
Hi there. I’m not sure what has taken place in your life to search for a counselor, but I imagine you as brave for doing just that. The idea of opening the door into change is a risky prospect – what will the journey be like on the other side? Sometimes the unknown in itself is enough to keep us stuck in our current predicament. And yet, there’s still a part of you (however large or small right now) that wonders about something different. I think of that part as Hope. Hope stirs curiosity inside of us and invites us to reimagine our circumstances. Hope has led you here.
Hi there. I’m not sure what has taken place in your life to search for a counselor, but I imagine you as brave for doing just that. The idea of opening the door into change is a risky prospect – what will the journey be like on the other side? Sometimes the unknown in itself is enough to keep us stuck in our current predicament. And yet, there’s still a part of you (however large or small right now) that wonders about something different. I think of that part as Hope. Hope stirs curiosity inside of us and invites us to reimagine our circumstances. Hope has led you here.
As an adult, do you struggle with interpersonal relationships? Feel hopeless in your job, a lack of direction and purpose in your career? Are you experiencing difficulty transitioning out of a relationship or entering a new phase of life with grief? I can help you with these anxiety and adjustment related concerns.
Do you have a child that struggles with social anxiety, school behavior problems and impulsive behaviors? Do you suspect your child might have a high functioning Autism? I am passionate about working with young children who struggle with these concerns.
As an adult, do you struggle with interpersonal relationships? Feel hopeless in your job, a lack of direction and purpose in your career? Are you experiencing difficulty transitioning out of a relationship or entering a new phase of life with grief? I can help you with these anxiety and adjustment related concerns.
Do you have a child that struggles with social anxiety, school behavior problems and impulsive behaviors? Do you suspect your child might have a high functioning Autism? I am passionate about working with young children who struggle with these concerns.
Therapy is a self-empowering process that guides you towards discovering and feeling like the truest version of yourself. With so many different therapeutic methods available, I try to combine the best techniques from various therapies and incorporate them in the most beneficial way for each individual. Together, we can explore the root causes of your struggles, heal emotional wounds, and work toward finding balance, self-empowerment, and a more authentic life. Some of my main specialties include depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, codependency, substance use, grief, personality disorders, and any LGBT+ issues.
Therapy is a self-empowering process that guides you towards discovering and feeling like the truest version of yourself. With so many different therapeutic methods available, I try to combine the best techniques from various therapies and incorporate them in the most beneficial way for each individual. Together, we can explore the root causes of your struggles, heal emotional wounds, and work toward finding balance, self-empowerment, and a more authentic life. Some of my main specialties include depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, codependency, substance use, grief, personality disorders, and any LGBT+ issues.
Hello! My name is Marissa Lamey and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I joined this field of mental health counseling because I knew I wanted to help, understand, and guide others in the search of discovering themselves. I often tell clients "life sometimes just sucks" and in those "sucky" times, we cope with what we know. Sometimes what we know is not the healthiest form of self-love. We will embark on that journey together in what taking care of you means and what living your life to the fullest can be, no matter what life brings.
Hello! My name is Marissa Lamey and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I joined this field of mental health counseling because I knew I wanted to help, understand, and guide others in the search of discovering themselves. I often tell clients "life sometimes just sucks" and in those "sucky" times, we cope with what we know. Sometimes what we know is not the healthiest form of self-love. We will embark on that journey together in what taking care of you means and what living your life to the fullest can be, no matter what life brings.
Each of us has a unique history that shapes how we make sense of our inner and outer world. I have over 15 years of experience working in mental health with diverse clients who have a variety of concerns they bring to our relationship. Some of the typical issues that I have helped clients address include depression, anxiety, mania, trauma histories, and substance use. In addition, I have a personal passion working with clients who are exploring their gender identity and/or sexuality. Often because of the concerns that my clients bring up, I help people with life changes, career questions, self-esteem, and relationship issues.
Each of us has a unique history that shapes how we make sense of our inner and outer world. I have over 15 years of experience working in mental health with diverse clients who have a variety of concerns they bring to our relationship. Some of the typical issues that I have helped clients address include depression, anxiety, mania, trauma histories, and substance use. In addition, I have a personal passion working with clients who are exploring their gender identity and/or sexuality. Often because of the concerns that my clients bring up, I help people with life changes, career questions, self-esteem, and relationship issues.
Searching for a therapist that fits your needs can be exhausting. It often feels like help is too far away and you can't find the right fit. If this resonates with you, just know that you are not alone and I am here to help.
Life can feeling overwhelming at times, whether you are dealing with past trauma, anxiety, depression, stress or relationship challenges. You might find yourself stuck in patterns you can't seem to break, struggling to calm your thoughts, or feeling disconnected from who you are. I want you to know this: You are not broken and healing is possible.
Searching for a therapist that fits your needs can be exhausting. It often feels like help is too far away and you can't find the right fit. If this resonates with you, just know that you are not alone and I am here to help.
Life can feeling overwhelming at times, whether you are dealing with past trauma, anxiety, depression, stress or relationship challenges. You might find yourself stuck in patterns you can't seem to break, struggling to calm your thoughts, or feeling disconnected from who you are. I want you to know this: You are not broken and healing is possible.
My focus is to help youth and teens uncover what they already possess--highlighting their strengths, resilience, and ability to cope with life. Together, your child, your family, and I will work to make sense of troubling experiences and identify and learn coping strategies that allow my clients to realize the power they have in themselves. Using play based interventions, children can communicate their inner world in a way that is natural and feels comfortable to them. Using sand tray, expressive arts, and games, play provides a concrete, action-oriented way for children to work through what they are going through.
My focus is to help youth and teens uncover what they already possess--highlighting their strengths, resilience, and ability to cope with life. Together, your child, your family, and I will work to make sense of troubling experiences and identify and learn coping strategies that allow my clients to realize the power they have in themselves. Using play based interventions, children can communicate their inner world in a way that is natural and feels comfortable to them. Using sand tray, expressive arts, and games, play provides a concrete, action-oriented way for children to work through what they are going through.
Welcome. Something brought you here — maybe your child’s behavior, a teen’s big feelings, your own stress or anxiety, or changes in your relationships or identity. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, offering a supportive space to slow down, be curious, and foster a deeper connection with oneself.
Welcome. Something brought you here — maybe your child’s behavior, a teen’s big feelings, your own stress or anxiety, or changes in your relationships or identity. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, offering a supportive space to slow down, be curious, and foster a deeper connection with oneself.
Reaching out when you feel disconnected from yourself and others, or when you feel broken or hurt can be scary. You're not alone in that experience. Reading these words might make your heart race because you're used to picking yourself up and doing it all on your own, or because you might have to process something you've been trying to avoid or forget for a long time. Sometimes we need to ask someone to help us. Help us get up, be next to us on the ground until we're ready to sit and stand, or walk beside us into the dark forest we've desperately been trying to go around. That's what I do.
Reaching out when you feel disconnected from yourself and others, or when you feel broken or hurt can be scary. You're not alone in that experience. Reading these words might make your heart race because you're used to picking yourself up and doing it all on your own, or because you might have to process something you've been trying to avoid or forget for a long time. Sometimes we need to ask someone to help us. Help us get up, be next to us on the ground until we're ready to sit and stand, or walk beside us into the dark forest we've desperately been trying to go around. That's what I do.
Many of my clients appear to have it together on the outside while internally struggling with stress, trauma, addiction, relationship conflict, or patterns that leave them feeling stuck and disconnected. I work with individuals and couples seeking meaningful change and healthier ways of coping, communicating, and connecting. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. Together, we build insight, improve emotional regulation, process difficult experiences, and develop practical tools that help clients feel more grounded, empowered, and confident moving forward.
Many of my clients appear to have it together on the outside while internally struggling with stress, trauma, addiction, relationship conflict, or patterns that leave them feeling stuck and disconnected. I work with individuals and couples seeking meaningful change and healthier ways of coping, communicating, and connecting. My approach is supportive, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. Together, we build insight, improve emotional regulation, process difficult experiences, and develop practical tools that help clients feel more grounded, empowered, and confident moving forward.
Are you struggling to handle stress and anxiety? Do you find yourself turning to food or other substances to comfort yourself? Do you have past trauma that effects your life today? Many people struggle with depression, anxiety, emotional eating and/or substance abuse when they are stressed, unhappy, or have an imbalance in their life. We can help you get control of your life again and come to a place of peace and contentment.
Are you struggling to handle stress and anxiety? Do you find yourself turning to food or other substances to comfort yourself? Do you have past trauma that effects your life today? Many people struggle with depression, anxiety, emotional eating and/or substance abuse when they are stressed, unhappy, or have an imbalance in their life. We can help you get control of your life again and come to a place of peace and contentment.
I specialize in helping critically-thinking women, sexual and gender minorities, and nontraditional couples who have already overcome so much, but find that something keeps holding them back. I help people decidedly outside the mainstream, who aren't looking for a professional to fit them back into conformity. I work best with individuals and couples who already have some practice with self-reflection but you now need a fresh perspective and stronger support. I enjoy helping diverse people, in terms of relationship style, abilities, brain type, or cultural identities. I also specialize in recovery from cults or narcissistic abuse.
I specialize in helping critically-thinking women, sexual and gender minorities, and nontraditional couples who have already overcome so much, but find that something keeps holding them back. I help people decidedly outside the mainstream, who aren't looking for a professional to fit them back into conformity. I work best with individuals and couples who already have some practice with self-reflection but you now need a fresh perspective and stronger support. I enjoy helping diverse people, in terms of relationship style, abilities, brain type, or cultural identities. I also specialize in recovery from cults or narcissistic abuse.
As a proud member of Upaya Counseling, LLC, I want to first say congratulations on taking the first step of your journey! I am passionate about meeting people from all walks of life where they are and working towards their goals.
You can expect a client-centered, highly validating approach balanced with a focus on the changes you want to make. I value enhancing your abilities to advocate for yourself and commit to establishing a strong alliance that fosters a desire for collaboration.
As a proud member of Upaya Counseling, LLC, I want to first say congratulations on taking the first step of your journey! I am passionate about meeting people from all walks of life where they are and working towards their goals.
You can expect a client-centered, highly validating approach balanced with a focus on the changes you want to make. I value enhancing your abilities to advocate for yourself and commit to establishing a strong alliance that fosters a desire for collaboration.
Are you going through a major change in your life? Divorce, remarriage, blending a family, new job, new baby? Have you hit a road block in your career? Is anxiety keeping you from living an enriching lifestyle? Do you have unresolved trauma? Do you have a difficult to manage child? I can help you with these sudden roadblocks. During these transitional phases of life, we need a support system to help us gain strength, resilience and maintain a healthy living. I use EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in working with adult clients and play therapy with my child clients. I act as an advocate, sounding board and gentle challenger.
Are you going through a major change in your life? Divorce, remarriage, blending a family, new job, new baby? Have you hit a road block in your career? Is anxiety keeping you from living an enriching lifestyle? Do you have unresolved trauma? Do you have a difficult to manage child? I can help you with these sudden roadblocks. During these transitional phases of life, we need a support system to help us gain strength, resilience and maintain a healthy living. I use EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in working with adult clients and play therapy with my child clients. I act as an advocate, sounding board and gentle challenger.
Kudos to you for considering counseling and researching your options. Whether you are returning to counseling or just getting started, it can be a daunting task, especially since counselors are not "one size fits all." Taking time to find a counselor that you "click with" can take your session from "okay" to meaningful and fulfilling. Many of my clients report feeling "stuck" in their situations and "tired of pretending to be okay". Some experience dark thoughts that they don't understand or know how to talk about, while others are ready for a change but don't know where to start. I often say, "being human is a messy experience."
Kudos to you for considering counseling and researching your options. Whether you are returning to counseling or just getting started, it can be a daunting task, especially since counselors are not "one size fits all." Taking time to find a counselor that you "click with" can take your session from "okay" to meaningful and fulfilling. Many of my clients report feeling "stuck" in their situations and "tired of pretending to be okay". Some experience dark thoughts that they don't understand or know how to talk about, while others are ready for a change but don't know where to start. I often say, "being human is a messy experience."
Hello! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families, and adults, creating a safe, supportive space for you to explore your needs and goals. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, or life transitions, I’m here to help you navigate challenges and prioritize your well-being. With 30 years of experience, I guide clients toward healing and positive change, transforming obstacles into opportunities for growth. It's never too early to start your journey—let's work together to create the fulfillment and confidence you deserve.
Hello! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families, and adults, creating a safe, supportive space for you to explore your needs and goals. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, or life transitions, I’m here to help you navigate challenges and prioritize your well-being. With 30 years of experience, I guide clients toward healing and positive change, transforming obstacles into opportunities for growth. It's never too early to start your journey—let's work together to create the fulfillment and confidence you deserve.
Lauren works with individuals across the lifespan who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or burned out. Many are navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or the effects of trauma or difficult family dynamics. Clients often feel misunderstood, emotionally reactive, or unsure how to move forward. They seek relief from emotional heaviness and a safe, nonjudgmental space to speak openly. Lauren helps them understand patterns, build practical coping skills, and reframe unhelpful beliefs. Together, they work toward greater emotional regulation, stronger relationships, and a renewed sense of confidence and direction.
Lauren works with individuals across the lifespan who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or burned out. Many are navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or the effects of trauma or difficult family dynamics. Clients often feel misunderstood, emotionally reactive, or unsure how to move forward. They seek relief from emotional heaviness and a safe, nonjudgmental space to speak openly. Lauren helps them understand patterns, build practical coping skills, and reframe unhelpful beliefs. Together, they work toward greater emotional regulation, stronger relationships, and a renewed sense of confidence and direction.
If you're an adolescent or young adult facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, substance use, or gender identity challenges, I’m here to help. You deserve a safe, judgment-free space to explore your emotions and build confidence in your future. Together, we’ll work on healing, personal growth, and gaining clarity on your identity. My goal is to empower you to cope with life’s stresses, build resilience, and improve emotional stability. Let’s take this journey together and create a meaningful path forward. Reach out today to get started!
If you're an adolescent or young adult facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, substance use, or gender identity challenges, I’m here to help. You deserve a safe, judgment-free space to explore your emotions and build confidence in your future. Together, we’ll work on healing, personal growth, and gaining clarity on your identity. My goal is to empower you to cope with life’s stresses, build resilience, and improve emotional stability. Let’s take this journey together and create a meaningful path forward. Reach out today to get started!
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.