Couples Counseling Therapists in Saint Charles, MO

There are so many reasons people choose to see a counselor; trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, relationship problems or situational stress for example. Sometimes, you feel that you can work through it alone. However, another perspective and a place to talk in a comfortable and safe environment is the most beneficial for change to occur. You can get your life on track and I can help! I will help you in developing realistic goals and the support and tools to reach those goals. I have also added a certification to assist First Responders to cope with the challenges of these roles with someone who understands them and their jobs.

Life Connect Counseling Services provides a safe, comfortable and confidential place to work through some of life's biggest challenges. With over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families, I understand how hard it is to ask for help and the risk of sharing your deepest struggles and hurts with another person. If you are ready to start your journey toward a new you, give me a call today.

Hi. Thank you for taking a look at my counseling profile. I love counseling and have been practicing for 30 years. One of the things I've noticed new clients are concerned about is being able to express themselves without being judged, as well as if the experience will be awkward. In all my years of practicing, I've heard almost everything imaginable and judgment is not a part of how I work. Everything in my office is 100% confidential and safe. I know how to ask the right question and keep the conversation flowing.

I enjoy working with people who are experiencing difficult life issues, often related to relationships and/or cultural expectation of who they "should" be. I support individuals and couples who are stuck in a moment of confusion, grief, hopelessness, or despair, helping them figure out how to manage difficult challenges. I particularly appreciate opportunities to work with those in the process of exploring gender identity and sexual orientation, racial identity, and acute life/work crises such as grief, loss, and other traumas, including critical events.

I know from many years of professional experience that you have what it takes to change your life for the better if you are willing to work on yourself, for yourself. Sometimes, we just need help doing so. I am committed to providing the right environment, relationship , guidance, & interventions to help you accomplish the wellness and life-satisfaction you deserve and came here to find. Though I work through a depth-psychology & trauma-informed lens, I bring a flexible approach to your care to find what works for you so you can become your best self. I work best with those actively committed to finding the success you came here for.

Are you struggling in your relationship ? What do your communication and conflict management skills look like? Would you be willing to learn new ways of interacting to increase relationship satisfaction? If so, I may be good fit for you. I am passionate about helping motivated individuals and couples , married and unmarried, to explore and identify problematic patterns that impact emotional and relationship health. I will work with you to explore the root issues driving your complaints and support you in making positive changes in your life.

You're feeling like something is wrong. You're afraid this is what life is like now, your new normal. You don't recognize yourself. Maybe you don't know where or when things went left, maybe you do. Either way, you're angry and sad and confused. You're thinking it might be your fault.

You might be navigating life transitions, struggling with a specific issue or seeking support in general right now. Together, we can work to achieve your goals. My approach is collaborative, LGBTQIA+ informed and affirming, client centered, and tailored to each person’s unique needs. I am a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) and have conducted numerous trainings related to LGBTQIA+ issues and suicide prevention. As a National Certified Counselor (NCC), I draw from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

I enjoy working with clients of all backgrounds including but not limited to anxiety, depression, and trauma.

I have a passion for helping, and strongly feel that building a connection - a supportive, therapeutic relationship - is critical and essential for counseling to be most effective. You will find in me a genuine person, and genuinely caring. I want to help you either overcome and conquer your struggle, or find a way to make life worth living - learning, practicing, and using "tools" that can elevate you to truly living from merely surviving. I've helped hundreds of people to find joy and new purpose, and I want to help you, too.

Everyone deserves to have a place where they can just let it all out and not care one bit what the person across from them thinks. Clients often come to me with insecurities, low self-esteem, battling with depression, simply feeling beat up by life. I work to provide individuals, families and couples with a safe, confidential and empathetic environment where they can feel comfortable telling their truth. I am passionate about helping individuals identify the barriers preventing them from finding their life’s purpose and achieving goals they set for themselves. The therapeutic process is very difficult, as it presents many unknowns.

Individual/ Couples / Family/ Adolescent Therapeutic Sessions Available! Are you Angry and don't know why? Are you dealing with Depression and Anxiety? Are you Dealing with Addiction? Do you have marriage or relationship problems and just don't know what to do? Are you stressed out and don't know how to sort things out? Call today and let's figure things out. Don't wait for things to get better on there own. Call now so we can start you in a new direction. Make Your Mental Health a PRIORITY **Offering Evening and Weekend Appointments**

“Running away from a problem only increases the distance from the solution.” Therapy is personal and unique and I believe your therapeutic journey should lead you to self-empowerment and positive changes in your life. My intent is to support you in discovering what stops you from living the life you have always hoped for. My approach is depth-orientated and includes a blend of traditional therapy and creative ways of optimizing a healthier new sense of Self. I value the importance of creating a safe space that allows for a sense of peace, trust and comfort.

My primary focus as a counselor is helping clients reach their highest potential. Sometimes clients come to me when they are lost and feeling unsure what their next steps need to be. Other times clients are aware what they want their path to be, they just need encouragement and accountability to get themselves there. No matter the reason a client is coming to counseling, I work towards being one of their biggest cheerleaders.

Life has been rough lately, and your emotions are becoming more and more overwhelming and are affecting you more often and more intensely. You're having a difficult time managing your emotions for yourself, and you feel your relationships have been impacted. Or, maybe you are a parent of a child with special needs and you are having issues dealing with the many emotions that come with this challenge. Or maybe still, someone close in your life has found a way to make anything wrong in the relationship your fault and well, you believe them! You may be suffering from Narcissistic Abuse.

I have created a genuine, engaging therapeutic relationship with clients and apply my skills to provide a healing course of treatment. My experience includes individual sessions involving substance abuse, schizophrenia, developmental disability, career building, depression, and suicidal ideation. The group sessions include Soft Skills for Customer Service, Training and Retraining Employees, and Respecting Personal Space. My goal for the clients is to enhance their basic emotional, behavioral, and spiritual skills to attain peace in the midst of their storm. Thus, enabling them to apply wisdom in current and future situations.

Many successful women struggle with a pattern of toxic and abusive relationships. You feel invisible, unloveable, unseen, frustrated, and angry. You aren't valuing yourself as a result of having been devalued by people close to you, and you continue to find yourself in these types of unhealthy alliances - it's a toxic pattern that leaves you depleted, anxious and depressed. I want to help women BREAK OUT OF THAT CYCLE, and shift into a vibrant life that includes rewarding work, peace, joy, and happy healthy relationships.

Life can feel overwhelming. Maybe you think you have nowhere to turn. But sometimes there's relief in just being understood. I provide a comfortable and accepting safe space where you can freely share whatever you're thinking without being judged. I structure my practice around each client's individual needs because no single model can work for all people. I work with diverse populations, ranging in age from young adults to the elderly, and including clients struggling with dementia, MS, neurological disorders, and caregiving. I specialize in topics such as ADD, anxiety, chronic illness, and depression.