Teletherapy for Independence, MO
Melinda Bonham Couple And Family Therapist
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLMFT, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64050
I offer a safe space for your personal growth, with online or in person therapy.
Do you live in a constant sense of disconnection-no matter what you do, things never feel quite "okay?" Do you feel controlled by your emotions, overwhelmed by the pressure to accomplish? Does past trauma impact how you show up daily? Has this snowballed into a constant sense of anxiety, stress, and disappointment? Is your self-care and relationships struggling also? Do communication breakdowns and conflict feel like the norm? Do you feel frustrated by the disconnection that has emerged in your life, and it is hard to know how to break the cycle? There is a way to ask for what you need without sacrificing your own boundaries.
I offer a safe space for your personal growth, with online or in person therapy.
Do you live in a constant sense of disconnection-no matter what you do, things never feel quite "okay?" Do you feel controlled by your emotions, overwhelmed by the pressure to accomplish? Does past trauma impact how you show up daily? Has this snowballed into a constant sense of anxiety, stress, and disappointment? Is your self-care and relationships struggling also? Do communication breakdowns and conflict feel like the norm? Do you feel frustrated by the disconnection that has emerged in your life, and it is hard to know how to break the cycle? There is a way to ask for what you need without sacrificing your own boundaries.
Sharree Jensen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS-MFT, PLMFT, CCPS, ERCEM
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64050
You are here looking for a therapist because something in you knows it is time for change. Whether that change is just for you or within your relationships... whether it is old stuff you "should be over," new stuff that is just hitting, or another combination of life's challenges... I'm here, ready to walk through it with you. Just showing up here is the first courageous step. Let's take the next step together. Schedule a free consultation call today to see if we are a good fit. Please note: In order to provide you with personalized & flexible therapy, I do not accept insurance. I do accept HSA, Debit, & Credit Cards.
You are here looking for a therapist because something in you knows it is time for change. Whether that change is just for you or within your relationships... whether it is old stuff you "should be over," new stuff that is just hitting, or another combination of life's challenges... I'm here, ready to walk through it with you. Just showing up here is the first courageous step. Let's take the next step together. Schedule a free consultation call today to see if we are a good fit. Please note: In order to provide you with personalized & flexible therapy, I do not accept insurance. I do accept HSA, Debit, & Credit Cards.
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-mo
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-mo
I realize that today there is a tremendous amount of stress on individuals. Depression and anxiety abound because of the sheer amount of stress persons are facing. One possible answer to this dilemma is to engage a skilled and seasoned therapist to help. I have faced my own battles with stress, depression, anxiety and childhood trauma. Each of these are extremely painful experiences. I would be privileged to companion you on your healing and growth journey. Contact me for a free 15 minute phone consult.
I realize that today there is a tremendous amount of stress on individuals. Depression and anxiety abound because of the sheer amount of stress persons are facing. One possible answer to this dilemma is to engage a skilled and seasoned therapist to help. I have faced my own battles with stress, depression, anxiety and childhood trauma. Each of these are extremely painful experiences. I would be privileged to companion you on your healing and growth journey. Contact me for a free 15 minute phone consult.
I am here for those that are overwhelmed, fed up, tired, lost, misunderstood, & disconnected. Here is a place to release your burden and create a new path. You do not have to stay stuck in your confusion. You do not have to continue to shut down or shut out. You do not have to keep hiding. I can guide you into making sense of your experiences. This leads to new perspectives that allow space for making new meaning or finding solutions. Is your home a war zone? Has your spouse become a stranger? Your child out of control? Life unbearable? Let me help you find clarity in your circumstances and tools to move forward. Find your freedom.
I am here for those that are overwhelmed, fed up, tired, lost, misunderstood, & disconnected. Here is a place to release your burden and create a new path. You do not have to stay stuck in your confusion. You do not have to continue to shut down or shut out. You do not have to keep hiding. I can guide you into making sense of your experiences. This leads to new perspectives that allow space for making new meaning or finding solutions. Is your home a war zone? Has your spouse become a stranger? Your child out of control? Life unbearable? Let me help you find clarity in your circumstances and tools to move forward. Find your freedom.
The problem with childhood trauma is that it doesn’t stay in childhood. The impact of the abuse and/or neglect your suffered has followed you into adulthood and won’t stop showing up. It presents as feelings of low self-worth (though you hide it well), persistent low-grade depression even when things are fine, unexplained anxiety, chaotic relationships, emotional instability and—perhaps worst of all—a vicious inner critic that constantly puts you down. You want a mind that's kind and emotions you can control. You want to enjoy your life instead of just survive it, but you don't know how. That's why you're here.
The problem with childhood trauma is that it doesn’t stay in childhood. The impact of the abuse and/or neglect your suffered has followed you into adulthood and won’t stop showing up. It presents as feelings of low self-worth (though you hide it well), persistent low-grade depression even when things are fine, unexplained anxiety, chaotic relationships, emotional instability and—perhaps worst of all—a vicious inner critic that constantly puts you down. You want a mind that's kind and emotions you can control. You want to enjoy your life instead of just survive it, but you don't know how. That's why you're here.
My therapeutic goals begin with reducing psychological and emotional pain, and increasing self efficacy and happiness. Whether the source of pain is past trauma, worry about the future, or even current jobs or relationships, I am here to help! I often see clients whose trauma began with surviving domestic abuse in the forms of emotional, psychological, physical, sexual, and/or financial abuses. Abuse in close relationships or families can create pervasive and persistent psych-ache, and may be passed from generation to generation.
My therapeutic goals begin with reducing psychological and emotional pain, and increasing self efficacy and happiness. Whether the source of pain is past trauma, worry about the future, or even current jobs or relationships, I am here to help! I often see clients whose trauma began with surviving domestic abuse in the forms of emotional, psychological, physical, sexual, and/or financial abuses. Abuse in close relationships or families can create pervasive and persistent psych-ache, and may be passed from generation to generation.
Christina Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64055
Creating the types of relationships and life you want is, simultaneously, a gift and a challenge. If you are trying to reduce resentment after years of misunderstandings, heal after infidelity, renew your relationship as empty nesters, navigate differences in emotional and physical desires, start your marriage on the right track through premarital therapy, and more, I encourage you to talk to me. I work to help people be assertive, open-minded, compassionate, and curious so that they can not just remove pain but increase joy, pleasure, and the likelihood of building a fulfilling life and relationships.
Creating the types of relationships and life you want is, simultaneously, a gift and a challenge. If you are trying to reduce resentment after years of misunderstandings, heal after infidelity, renew your relationship as empty nesters, navigate differences in emotional and physical desires, start your marriage on the right track through premarital therapy, and more, I encourage you to talk to me. I work to help people be assertive, open-minded, compassionate, and curious so that they can not just remove pain but increase joy, pleasure, and the likelihood of building a fulfilling life and relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and a graduate of Webster University in Saint Louis with a MA in Counseling and a BA in Psychology. Member of the National Board of Certified Counselors. I have over twenty years experience in working in private practice, treatment/health centers, and at Saint Louis University Hospital with clients in the mental health field. I am also a Registered Nurse with experience in neurology and psychology. I believe in a mind/body approach while integrating cognitive therapy and humanistic person-centered therapy to help the client work through their issues and achieve their goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and a graduate of Webster University in Saint Louis with a MA in Counseling and a BA in Psychology. Member of the National Board of Certified Counselors. I have over twenty years experience in working in private practice, treatment/health centers, and at Saint Louis University Hospital with clients in the mental health field. I am also a Registered Nurse with experience in neurology and psychology. I believe in a mind/body approach while integrating cognitive therapy and humanistic person-centered therapy to help the client work through their issues and achieve their goals.
Rachel Haroldsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64055
I offer therapy sessions in person and online, wherever you are most comfortable.
Are you feeling like it's FINALLY time to start prioritizing yourself? Are you finding a push to start finding your voice and begin living for yourself, maybe for the first time ever?!
Hi there! I’m Rachel, armed with a fancy degree proclaiming me a mental health therapist, and the licensing boards of Idaho and Missouri gave me the thumbs up as a mental health counselor too! I'm passionate about working on women's issues- life transitions, divorce, trauma, going back to school, elevating your life, healing your nervous system, among many other pressing issues that women are forced to face.
I'm all about emPOWERing you.
I offer therapy sessions in person and online, wherever you are most comfortable.
Are you feeling like it's FINALLY time to start prioritizing yourself? Are you finding a push to start finding your voice and begin living for yourself, maybe for the first time ever?!
Hi there! I’m Rachel, armed with a fancy degree proclaiming me a mental health therapist, and the licensing boards of Idaho and Missouri gave me the thumbs up as a mental health counselor too! I'm passionate about working on women's issues- life transitions, divorce, trauma, going back to school, elevating your life, healing your nervous system, among many other pressing issues that women are forced to face.
I'm all about emPOWERing you.
Curtis James Kolle
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ma , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Currently I offer therapy on an online platform.
Everyone in the world has had negative experiences that have touched their lives. Perhaps your one of those people who feel stuck? Perhaps you have held a secret that has slowly eaten away at your life? Working through trauma and problems is part of life but sometimes we just get stuck. Setting goals and moving on leaving part of the trauma behind is often our goal. Therapy can help you work through your goals and ideals for a better quality of life. Thriving in life is a much better outcome then surviving day to day.
Currently I offer therapy on an online platform.
Everyone in the world has had negative experiences that have touched their lives. Perhaps your one of those people who feel stuck? Perhaps you have held a secret that has slowly eaten away at your life? Working through trauma and problems is part of life but sometimes we just get stuck. Setting goals and moving on leaving part of the trauma behind is often our goal. Therapy can help you work through your goals and ideals for a better quality of life. Thriving in life is a much better outcome then surviving day to day.
Jennifer (Jenni) Liles LCSW owns Responsive Mental Health Services LLC (RMHS-LLC). I believe that all of us can live fulfilling lives that contain moments of joy in-between and around the difficult times. Therapy allows us to experience ourselves as valuable human beings with something to offer. I have extensive experiencing helping people through trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety, and out the other side. I work from a queer-friendly, disability aware, and neurodivergent perspective with people aged 13 and up.
Jennifer (Jenni) Liles LCSW owns Responsive Mental Health Services LLC (RMHS-LLC). I believe that all of us can live fulfilling lives that contain moments of joy in-between and around the difficult times. Therapy allows us to experience ourselves as valuable human beings with something to offer. I have extensive experiencing helping people through trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety, and out the other side. I work from a queer-friendly, disability aware, and neurodivergent perspective with people aged 13 and up.
Greg E Neubauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64050
I have over 30 years of clinical experience providing counseling therapy to adult individuals, children, adolescents, families, and couples to address their emotional and behavioral struggles. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, goal directed, reality based treatment approach, integrating family dynamics as needed, to help clients effectively resolve or learn to cope with their struggles. I am available to coordinate with schools and other treatment providers. My office at Truman & Main St on the Independence Square offers a convenient, unassuming, confidential, and relaxing environment.
I have over 30 years of clinical experience providing counseling therapy to adult individuals, children, adolescents, families, and couples to address their emotional and behavioral struggles. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, goal directed, reality based treatment approach, integrating family dynamics as needed, to help clients effectively resolve or learn to cope with their struggles. I am available to coordinate with schools and other treatment providers. My office at Truman & Main St on the Independence Square offers a convenient, unassuming, confidential, and relaxing environment.
For the past 22 years, I have worked with many clients who have experienced trauma from childhood, sexual abuse, combat, and other personal loss. Most people come to find peace of mind and relief from the nightmares rooted in the past. Together, we work on the reality that they are survivors and their resilience is amazing! My clients learn that they have always been their own greatest strength and are their own best advocates throughout this maze of bewildering emotional turmoil. They discover that they are indeed strong survivors as they strive toward the goal of wholeness.
For the past 22 years, I have worked with many clients who have experienced trauma from childhood, sexual abuse, combat, and other personal loss. Most people come to find peace of mind and relief from the nightmares rooted in the past. Together, we work on the reality that they are survivors and their resilience is amazing! My clients learn that they have always been their own greatest strength and are their own best advocates throughout this maze of bewildering emotional turmoil. They discover that they are indeed strong survivors as they strive toward the goal of wholeness.
Laurie L Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, CCATP, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64050
I believe that all humans have a resilient spirit which allows them to overcome any obstacle before them. Sometimes we forget who we are or perhaps we never fully knew. Maybe we felt we were never able to be our authentic selves. It's possible we think there's something wrong with us or we're broken. Or is it that we struggle to manage mental health symptoms and we become emotionally deregulated and filled with shame? Maybe you think that you have gone to far and there is no hope for you. You are not alone. I have helped countless people with stories like these and many more. What ever it is that is holding you back, I can help.
I believe that all humans have a resilient spirit which allows them to overcome any obstacle before them. Sometimes we forget who we are or perhaps we never fully knew. Maybe we felt we were never able to be our authentic selves. It's possible we think there's something wrong with us or we're broken. Or is it that we struggle to manage mental health symptoms and we become emotionally deregulated and filled with shame? Maybe you think that you have gone to far and there is no hope for you. You are not alone. I have helped countless people with stories like these and many more. What ever it is that is holding you back, I can help.
John Matthew Scallion
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64050
Seeking help can be tough. Some individuals in our society see treatment as a sign of weakness. I learned very early in my career that nothing could be further from the truth. Since earning my MSW in 2015, I have had the privilege of serving both minors and adults dealing with emotional regulation, depression, anxiety, PTSD, suicidal thoughts, substance use and issues related to grief and loss. I also enjoy helping couples navigate the challenges of their relationship.
Seeking help can be tough. Some individuals in our society see treatment as a sign of weakness. I learned very early in my career that nothing could be further from the truth. Since earning my MSW in 2015, I have had the privilege of serving both minors and adults dealing with emotional regulation, depression, anxiety, PTSD, suicidal thoughts, substance use and issues related to grief and loss. I also enjoy helping couples navigate the challenges of their relationship.
My approach is rooted in empathy and understanding, ensuring that I truly grasp your perspective while asking the right questions to help you gain clarity. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with six years of experience working with individuals and within various systems, including community mental health facilities, communities, education, and healthcare settings. As a first-gen Haitian American, I chose this profession to help instill hope in others, believing that even a small amount of hope can make all the difference in someone’s life.
My approach is rooted in empathy and understanding, ensuring that I truly grasp your perspective while asking the right questions to help you gain clarity. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with six years of experience working with individuals and within various systems, including community mental health facilities, communities, education, and healthcare settings. As a first-gen Haitian American, I chose this profession to help instill hope in others, believing that even a small amount of hope can make all the difference in someone’s life.
I offer therapy online via video or phone.
If you are looking for a down-to-earth counselor to help you reach your goals, then that's me! I am passionate about helping people with their mental health and life stressors. There is much we struggle with, and you deserve to find relief. I want to help you succeed and find happiness, offering support and compassion as you find your way. If you are ready for a positive change, I am ready to help!
I offer therapy online via video or phone.
If you are looking for a down-to-earth counselor to help you reach your goals, then that's me! I am passionate about helping people with their mental health and life stressors. There is much we struggle with, and you deserve to find relief. I want to help you succeed and find happiness, offering support and compassion as you find your way. If you are ready for a positive change, I am ready to help!
I offer Telehealth services for youth and adults throughout the state of Missouri. I am trained in several modalities, with specific competency training in working with queer and transgender individuals, neurodivergence and autism, disability, trauma and acute crisis, as well as caregivers wanting to better support their children. I am passionate about working with young adults going through transitions as well as supporting families in times of need.
I offer Telehealth services for youth and adults throughout the state of Missouri. I am trained in several modalities, with specific competency training in working with queer and transgender individuals, neurodivergence and autism, disability, trauma and acute crisis, as well as caregivers wanting to better support their children. I am passionate about working with young adults going through transitions as well as supporting families in times of need.
Sandra S Fairbanks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am here to support and encourage you by using my gifts, along with effective tools and resources, to inspire change and break cycles. I firmly believe that our past does not define us—we have the power to choose our future while working through our challenges and striving toward our life’s goals. I also firmly believe that connection and understanding have the greatest impact, especially when we have walked similar paths. Through shared experiences, we can foster healing, growth, and meaningful change.
I am here to support and encourage you by using my gifts, along with effective tools and resources, to inspire change and break cycles. I firmly believe that our past does not define us—we have the power to choose our future while working through our challenges and striving toward our life’s goals. I also firmly believe that connection and understanding have the greatest impact, especially when we have walked similar paths. Through shared experiences, we can foster healing, growth, and meaningful change.
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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.