Therapists in Clayton, MO
Debby Levens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
I am aware of the strength and courage it takes to begin the process of change. I am honored to be invited into a client's life to help them heal and grow. I provide individual and couples therapy to adults and individual therapy for adolescents. I work from a psychodynamic perspective and specialize in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief/loss and relationship issues.
Francesca M Ferrentelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BCC
Verified
My style is informed by EMDR therapy, psychodynamic therapy, Jungian and depth psychology, and positive psychology. I am a licensed professional counselor, a certified EMDR clinician, and a board certified coach. My training and experience has prepared me to help clients with trauma, anxiety, addictions, depression, disordered eating, body image dissatisfaction, life's additions, My approach helps people recognize and change counterproductive patterns in their lives. relationship issues, life transitions, anxiety, and depression. I want to assist people to develop newer, healthier patterns in their lives.
Suzanne (Landis) Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Verified
Are you looking for a strictly confidential & safe place to turn? Are you feeling confused or stuck with your teen? Since 1999, I’ve been working as a licensed clinical social worker, supporting adolescents, young adults & adults facing emotional health issues. I have been told I provide the kind of solid help, guidance & support my clients need. I believe the key to beginning the healing process is in finding someone you can build a strong, safe and connected therapeutic relationship with. Call for a free phone consultation and together we can determine if the services, supports and guidance I offer match what you’re looking for.
Jessica H Rosenberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified
You are going through life surviving but aren't really thriving. On the outside, people might not even notice anything is wrong. Inside, you're second guessing yourself & struggling to find balance. It's difficult to feel like you know who you are or how to be yourself around other people. These feelings may be affecting your relationships, school, parenting or career. Through our work together I will help you engage more fully in the present, & work towards the best version of yourself. It is hard work but can be done with gentle guidance. I'm trained in EMDR, CBT and EFT.
Amy Kurz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
My areas of specialization are in OCD and social anxiety, focusing primarily on school-aged children and adolescents. For the past seven years I have worked exclusively in an OCD and Anxiety treatment center, developing my skills to be an expert in this area. I provide evidence-based therapy, which includes mostly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention, the gold-standard treatment for OCD. I am also LGBTQ+ affirming. If your child is suffering from anxiety or OCD, and you think they would benefit from learning concrete strategies and skills to function better at school, home, or socially, I’m here to help.
Nikki Karalekas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Do you notice that you struggle with the same kinds of problems, emotions, and relationships over and over again? Have you tried different coping skills without success? Do you turn to things like substances, unhealthy relationships, or mindless internet scrolling to take the edge off sadness, anger, fear, or loneliness? Explorative, insight-oriented, in-depth psychotherapy can help you understand and finally transform these dynamics, increasing your well-being and sense of self. This lasting change offers an opportunity to expand your world.
James P Ahearn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, JD
Verified
The clients I serve are often at a crossroads in their life story and unsure of how to close one chapter and begin anew. Clients I enjoy working with recognize that counseling continues outside of the session in self reflection, exploring behavior change, and shifting how we think and relate to ourselves. I find that counseling helps meet goals and needs as diverse as the client, and sometimes goals arise throughout the course of the relationship. No one needs a "good reason" to come to counseling, for the desire to reach out and try will always be sufficient.
Caroline Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
I am convinced the client/therapist relationship is one of the most healing aspects of therapy, so I take great care in making sure I treat my clients with honesty, respect, and compassion. In working together, we can create a deep connection and find balance in your life. Through this process we can shine a light on issues that may be causing difficulty and trauma for you.
Dr. Sarah Kertz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
My area of expertise is helping women struggling with OCD and anxiety. At the start of therapy, my clients feel caught up in a loop of worry, rumination, and anxiety. They try to manage their anxiety with internet searches, replaying events, or trying to understand what their thoughts mean. They have trouble turning off their minds before bed. At times they feel hopeless and wonder how they'll ever get out the anxiety they're dealing with. If this sounds familiar, I can help. My goal is to help clients develop new skills to cope with uncertainty, get unstuck from thought spirals, and feel present and connected in their lives.
Carol Dyer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
I work with clients who are struggling to cope with issues related to life transitions, addictions, eating disorders, body image, trauma, caregiving and other life demands. Psychotherapy is a deeply personal experience that can be alternately challenging, rewarding and hopeful. As a therapist, my goal is to provide a nonjudgmental atmosphere for those who wish to find balance in their lives through and beyond times of crisis or transition.
Kate Bellows Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
I am a trauma-informed, depth oriented, psychodynamic practitioner that approaches therapy through an integrated mind/body framework, grounded in relational/attachment theories and interpersonal neurobiology. I seek to provide a welcoming and compassionate environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop tools that increase resilience, come to a better understanding of themselves, and increase awareness of how relational and socio-cultural systems affect the development and lived reality of the individual.
Michelle Rubin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NBCC
Verified
I work with people who find themselves not living the life they want or expected. Many have experienced career success but are struggling in their personal life. Maybe you are in your 30’s or 40’s & are just done with dating. You are so ready to find your person. explore these parts of themselves. Maybe you are dealing with anxiety, grief, or you are LGBTQ & want to embrace your identity more fully. I support people who feel like they haven’t been able to be their true self. In our work together you can discover how to be the best version of yourself; & not feel overwhelmed by the ordinary tasks of life.
Akoma Healing & Consultation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
My clinical experience in the St. Louis area ranges from working with adults in inpatient treatment centers for mental health and substance abuse to non-profit community case management and trauma therapy. I specialize in working with survivors impacted by sexual, domestic, and community violence. As well as those diagnosed with mental illnesses such as anxiety, PTSD, and those impacted by grief.
Jamie R Fickert
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, specializing in evidence-based psychotherapy as well as diagnostic assessment. I am committed to providing the utmost quality care and have a sincere interest in helping clients build the skills to help them live a full, rewarding, and values-driven life. I believe growth occurs when we are present, mindful, genuine, and willing to engage in meaningful, yet potentially difficult work. I have experience working with a variety of populations and have a sincere interest in providing culturally competent care to a diverse set of clients.
Karen Loethen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
You're looking for help with emotional dysregulation, depression, anxiety, relationships, adoption issues, recovery from narcissistic relationship, self esteem, religious doubting and deconversion, or you simply want an approach to finding a Life Worth Living. I am committed to accepting you exactly where you are while also helping you find the changes that you need in your life. Through mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation skills, CBT, EMDR, Trauma-focus, and more you will move towards the hope and change you have been looking for.
Ari Freeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Accepting New Patients --- Taking the step to begin therapy is a brave choice. I understand that it frequently comes at a time of vulnerability when emotional pain or life problems are intense. As a therapist, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to begin understanding life circumstances that are creating concerns for you. I approach therapy as a collaborative process and understand the importance of trust and empathy in the therapeutic relationship. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and I work with people of all ages.
Chelsea Crofford
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC
Verified
Are you looking for a safe place to disclose your struggles that no one else seems to understand? I can provide a safe place and help navigate difficulties blocking you from becoming your best version of yourself. I have experience working in an inpatient behavioral health setting. I have worked with adults suffering from addiction to adolescents suffering with suicidal ideations. I have worked with depression, anxiety, and building self-esteem. I believe that each individual is unique, and we will find unique approaches to help walk through different phases of life.
Emily Lombardo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
For young adults navigating the exciting, messy work of self discovery, it can be tempting to search for direction, acceptance, & approval from everyone EXCEPT ourselves. Maybe it's the pressure to be perfect, obsessing about food & body image, or simply trying to be who others want you to be... but shrinking yourself mentally or physically to fit arbitrary standards is not only exhausting, it sacrifices your independence & self worth. Imagine how powerful it could feel to embrace uncertainty, to explore what matters most to you, & amplify your inner compass to cultivate a life of resilience, creativity, authenticity, & joy.
Patricia Shaw
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
With over two decades of experience, Dr. Patricia Shaw practices with gentle expertise in helping individuals and couples heal from the wounds of the past, appreciate and savor the present and plan for a successful future.
With years of positive results in treating depression and all manner of fears and anxiety, clients have come to rely and trust Dr. Shaw's therapeutic approach. Those with eating disorders receive understanding and guidance toward health and self-acceptance.
Dan Weinstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
As a psychologist, Dr. Dan Weinstein helps adults and parents better understand the struggles that they face or that their children face by providing evaluations, psychotherapy, and educational services. He enjoys assisting clients in developing effective problem-solving skills, reducing emotional and behavioral problems, coping with stress, getting along better with others, and strengthening family and other close relationships. Dr. Dan provides professional consultation services and has given over 100 presentations to groups of parents, students, teachers, school counselors, and school social workers.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Clayton are psychologists, licensed counselors, therapists, psychotherapists, and licensed clinical social workers, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualized treatment.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Clayton then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Clayton then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in Clayton, or Child Psychologists in Clayton.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Clayton psychologists specializing in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Clayton psychologists specializing in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Clayton specialize in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Many therapists accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the therapist.