Dual Diagnosis Therapists in Kirkwood, MO

Sometimes we all feel a little bit broken, we can get so caught up in what's going wrong or what's not working. Sometimes life get's hard, too much stress at home or work, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction, depression, anxiety or feeling like we have just lost our way. No matter what is going on, you have taken that first step and you have come to the right place.

I enjoy working with adults in individual and/or couples psychotherapy and/or spiritual direction. I assist clients in walking through struggles and seeing things from a new perspective. I believe the answers exist within my clients. My practice focus includes: Addictions, Co-Dependence, Eating Disorders, Chemical Dependence, Sexual Trauma Survivors, Men and Women Infected with HIV, Spiritual Direction, Grief, Individuals Managing others with Dementia and/or Alzheimer's Disease, Dissociative Disorders, Personality Disorders, Thought Disorders (Schizoaffective), Mood disorders (Bipolar) and Individuals Recovering from Past Traumas.

I recently transitioned to private practice after 13 years treating substance use disorders and PTSD at the VA. I am honored to be a co-owner of Psychological Services of St. Louis and to establish our Kirkwood office. I value providing affirmative care to members of diverse communities, including the LGBTQ community and people of color. My hope as a therapist is to help clients connect with their love and respect for themselves, as well as find new strategies for coping.

Not currently accepting new clients. The choice to seek counseling is the first step to a more fulfilling future for you and/or your child. I use a personalized, strength-based approach focusing on clients' positive virtues. I encourage the development of skills of each client to reach their full potential. I understand the importance of addressing the academic and social-emotional needs of adolescents and young adults in a safe environment. I assist clients in identifying potential roadblocks in daily function and happiness, including professional/ academic stress, anxiety, & depression.

**Office sessions on Monday evenings and Saturday mornings/early afternoons** Hello there! Often taking the first step to decide to go to therapy is a big decision and I am here to help you and walk beside you in your path towards working to address your concerns. I work with adolescents and adults with concerns ranging from current life issues, relationship issues, or ongoing lifelong issues. I offer openness and collaboration to those I work with and see therapy as a collaborative effort between the client and therapist.

Are you experiencing a big life change? Are you feeling tired, overwhelmed, or stressed? If you're looking for somewhere to be heard without judgement, I have experience helping people from diverse backgrounds going through a variety of issues relating to health, relationships, work, crisis, and life transitions. If you choose to work with me, we'll move at your pace, learning skills along the way for making changes in your life. I strive to create a safe, open environment where people can reconnect with themselves and those relationships that matter most to them.

Have you noticed yourself feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed, as if some days it’s just too hard to face it all? If you feel stuck in place, it can often be difficult to reach out for help, but you’re here so you’ve made that all important first step. Maybe something new is going on, or something that’s been in the background for a while is making itself known. Whatever it might be, together we will work towards a resolution.