Therapists in Jefferson City, MO

Lifesong for Growth and Wellness offers uplifting and fresh approaches to help you improve thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships. Therapists walk alongside couples, individuals and families to empower those experiencing life transitions, symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, performance and relationship issues. Lifesong is an award winning practice with multiple seasoned therapists.

In my practice I understand that clients bring painful experiences and emotions into therapy, and that those experiences create challenges that look different for each person. My goal is to act as a guide and support as clients become empowered through the therapeutic journey. I work with clients in a collaborative, compassionate, strengths-based manner. Through my education and life experience, I use various skills that allow me to flexibly work with clients. One of my greatest tools that I bring to therapy is that I have experienced treatment and recovery, personally. I know that recovery is possible and would like to help 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.

Telling a stranger your secrets will not be easy in the beginning. Connecting with your counselor can create a relationship that can benefit you for a lifetime. Right Road Counselors have the unique humanistic approach that can benefit individuals from different backgrounds.

Talking to a therapist is hard; all of those emotions are difficult, being strong all the time for those around you is exhausting. I get it, and I want to make it easier for you. I use interactive techniques that do not leave you sitting on the couch, staring and not knowing what to say. You came looking at this site for a reason; I believe the reason is that you have suffered long enough and are ready to make a change. Change is scary; you are not alone, I'll be there with you as you take steps to make the change, give me a call.

In a nut shell, I care about people and have a desire to help others on their quest for healing, wholeness, and reaching their full potential. Life can be hard and sometimes we need a helping hand to navigate the murky waters, and that's okay. Respect for others and empathy in their circumstances is paramount in this profession and I keep that in mind in all situations.

Do you ever feel like you've lost yourself in your relationship? That you don't even know your partner anymore? Or that you're lonely, but you shouldn't be because your life looks 'right' on the outside? You are in the right place. I work best with people who want help in re-finding themselves, loving themselves, and want to work through any experiences that have caused or continue to cause stress, harm, anxiety, or depression for themselves or within their relationship. I love working with clients that want to become better communicators through building, growing, and repairing relationships (with oneself or with your partner).

I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults find healing and personal growth. As someone who entered my first counseling session in 2012, I understand the anxiety and fear of putting yourself out there to begin working with a therapist on issues that are personal and unique to you. I strive to help all of my clients feel safe, comfortable, and always offer a judgement free zone. That being said, I may not always say what you want to hear. I may offer a gentle push or assist you in recognizing some behavioral patterns that are holding you back. We all have them! I'm excited to walk next to you on your journey for growth!

No matter the hurdles that life throws your way you can create a full, vibrant, and gratifying future. As a past oncology nurse, HIV/AIDS researcher, and hospice social worker, I am in a unique position to assist you in overcoming challenging health concerns, chronic pain, grief, or loss issues. As a past nurse and behaviorist at a medically-supervised weight loss program, I can help you combat emotional eating, binge eating disorder, and behaviors that sabotage your health and weight loss goals. I work with families under stress, and couples struggling with intimacy, infidelity, infertility, and communication issues.

Does the stress of everyday life feel like "too much?" Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, excessive worrying, panic attacks, or shame? Do these issues pour over into other areas in your life such as your marriage or work? If any of these things sound like something you experience, then you've likely found the right therapist! Its time you found the strength to surrender these feelings and begin to feel empowered to make brave changes.

On the outside, you look calm and put together but inside you’re struggling. You’re constantly thinking: “I can’t do this anymore”. What started as occasional unhappiness and overwhelm, now lingers day after day. Your emotional and mental reserves have dried up. And nothing feels satisfying or has any real meaning. Something has to change. But where do you even begin? Let's chat from the luxury of your own home, office, or other location of your choice via teletherapy. You'll walk away from therapy with clarity, feeling calmer and more connected to yourself, and better able to manage life.

Hoping to be one step closer on a positive path to growth and well-being? As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you reach your true potential and lead the life YOU choose. I work to understand behavior patterns which may be holding you or your child back from a fulfilling life. When therapy is needed it is this week not weeks after you call. ONE appointment is available DAILY for emergency situations. If YOU need extra support working through challenges, or wish to move in a new life direction, I look forward to working with you and your family. Call or e-mail for an individual, couple, or family appointment today.

Whether you’re battling with endless cycles of anxiety and/or depression, struggling with setting firm boundaries within the interpersonal relationships of your life, thinking your past is spoiling your now, or simply seeking meaning in the overall progression of your existence, I am confident that you and I can work toward a deeper understanding of what is not working and change it. Considering that you are the expert of your own life, my goal will be to collaborate with you to identify obstacles keeping you from living a life that you desire and help you create healthy solutions to these barriers.

If you are a Christian but you struggle with anxiety, or depression, or family problems...you are not alone. Only grace can help us, but many of us find it hard to get in touch with that grace. St. Barn is a non-profit organization offering Christian and Catholic counseling and life coaching. We are warm, accepting, and non-judgmental; we think that the best way to teach happiness is to model the principles we cherish. Even if you don't believe in God, the happiest life is a Catholic/Christian life. We help anyone who longs for true happiness to find the way.

What if you could wake up tomorrow and finally feel better? What if you were living the life you truly desired? Therapy allows us to find real solutions to our greatest challenges. Perhaps your relationship or marriage is in a rut, your anxiety has left you paralyzed and fearful, or your depression has kept you in bed for weeks. Whatever your struggle is, I am here to offer a warm, helping hand so that we can help you get back to living your life. I seek to provide a safe space to work through your complex and unique challenges to foster lasting transformation. You weren't meant to merely survive, but to thrive.

If you are feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, avoidant, unmotivated, distracted, or generally discontent with yourself, your social life, your job, your purpose, or a particular relationship or situation you have found yourself in, you might be suffering from anxiety, depression, or acute stress disorder. I can help. If you want to get better, do better, and feel better, a little effort will go a long way in reaching your specific goals, which together we can not only identify, but drill down to specifics, and find the path of least resistance.

Are you feeling stuck and confused about how to manage stress in your life? Do you have a problem(s)/decision(s) that you are not sure how to resolve? Sometimes the thought of seeking a therapist can be scary and intimidating. You may discover, it can ease the struggles that often appear in one's life. I have been a clinician for over 20 yrs with experience from a variety of settings, such as, private practice, in-patient and outpatient behavioral health. I am dedicated to making your journey easier. Whether you are faced with a daily stressor or have major concerns, I am here to support you to find comfort and solutions regarding your challenges.

Saying “I Do” feels like a life sentence? Relationships struggling to maintain connection, communication, trust, and unidirectional flow quickly begin to feel like a prison sentence. Escalated arguments, time management, career conflicts, financial strain, intimacy, and sexual issues slam the cell door closed isolating partners from their dreams, goals, and desires. Feeling stuck, stressed, and sad while caught in a never-ending cycle of negativity and blame causes a downward spiral of depression, anger, and frustration.

Struggling with mental or behavioral issues, history of trauma, domestic violence, relationship issues, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts? Please know that I am a person who cares. I want to see you live your best life. I will work with you to seek healing and relief from the pain you are experiencing.