Therapists in Ferguson, MO

I am passionate about helping individuals become their best version of themselves in life. I believe that reaching our fullest potential is a process that we work at daily, and I enjoy being a supportive partner in my clients' journey. I have experience helping individuals and families struggling with anxiety, anger management, depression, grief and loss, low self-esteem, occupational stress, parenting, relationship problems, and addiction recovery. I use a holistic approach focusing on developing a healthy mind, body, and spirit, using primarily cognitive-behavioral therapeutic techniques.

Have you been feeling down lately? Are you having trouble managing everyday stress? Do you need assistance in your romantic relationship? Would you like your teen to receive help in college preparation? Do you want to lead a healthier mental and physical lifestyle? If so, contact me for an appointment. I am a dedicated therapist that loves to see my clients grow and develop deeper understandings of mental awareness. Your well-being is my priority. I will stand by your side to work through those tough emotions that we as humans sometimes face.

Are you frustrated, overwhelmed, depressed, irritable, & suffering from anxiety? Does everything and everyone get on your nerves? Does everyone say you're angry? Are you struggling to maintain? Are you overwhelmed by the demands of everyday stresses? Are you devastated by a recent loss and grief? Are you uncertain about how to re-gain control of your life? Are unresolved painful memories keeping you from moving forward in your life and or relationships? Counseling has proven beneficial for many & can help you address the issues above.

Dealing with pain is hard and scary. We get that. At Avenues Counseling, we offer avenues of care to our community for those seeking healing from the pains of life, as well as those seeking personal growth. We exist to offer you a safe, trustworthy place to ask difficult questions, share your life story, and walk with you as you seek restoration. We believe emotional wellness should be accessible to all. The mission of Avenues is to provide vital mental health counseling services to all who have a need, regardless of someone’s ability to pay. All of our counselors donate services by offering reduced fees based on need.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in full-time private practice. I have experience working with patients from adolescence onward in individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and group therapy. In addition, I have experience with clients that are perpetrators of domestic abuse, incarcerated males and the elderly.

I am a licensed clinical pastoral counselor, and, certified alcohol and drug counselor who has a passion for the family. Because the marriage relationship is one of the most important and satisfying relationships we will have, my goal is to help couples to: identify their strengths, and to build new ones; acquire communication and conflict resolution skills; help them to identify stumbling blocks, and then, help them to turn their stumbling blocks into stepping stones. My experience includes forty plus years of marriage and over twenty years of helping couples discover who they are as individuals, and who they are as a couple.

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.

During individual and/or family sessions I will work with you to problem solve and increase positive thinking and behavior. You will learn to reframe thoughts and behaviors and gain valuable tools to help cope with life's challenges.

Does it feel like your past has hijacked your present life? Are you struggling to find hope for peace and happiness? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? If you have answered yes to any of these questions...... I am so happy that you are here. Life can be so unpredictable and feel as if your feet have been knocked right from under you without warning. Sometimes to the point where you might think you will never stand steady again. There are many things that are out of our control, however, we can all learn tools that can help us manage and bring balance and healing to our lives restoring that sense of hope.

Have you ever felt all alone or like you don’t have anybody to talk to? Would you like to connect with someone or have a space where you can feel like that same someone understands you? Let me invite you to a safe environment that will allow you to be yourself and be received without judgment. Let me invite you to an area where you can express your feelings, talk openly and create healthy relationships which can then be applied to your daily challenges and struggles. This is what you will experience with me in a counseling relationship - safety, non-judgment and unconditional positive regard.