Therapists in Central West End, Saint Louis, MO
Betty J Hopkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO 63108
Are you stuck? Life's challenges keep getting you down? Feel like you can't move beyond past disappointments and hurts? You are not alone. Therapy can help "renew you, renew life".
Are you stuck? Life's challenges keep getting you down? Feel like you can't move beyond past disappointments and hurts? You are not alone. Therapy can help "renew you, renew life".

Are you seeking a therapist who is committed to providing a safe and affirming environment where your experiences, feelings, and identity are respected and valued? Perhaps you have experienced hardship or traumas and feel stuck in a loop of past memories. Or maybe you are finding it challenging to be effective in your day to day life. If something about this resonates with you, I think we might be a good fit! I hope to provide a comfortable and nonjudgemental environment where you can safely show up as your authentic self to work on treatment goals that fit your current struggles.
Are you seeking a therapist who is committed to providing a safe and affirming environment where your experiences, feelings, and identity are respected and valued? Perhaps you have experienced hardship or traumas and feel stuck in a loop of past memories. Or maybe you are finding it challenging to be effective in your day to day life. If something about this resonates with you, I think we might be a good fit! I hope to provide a comfortable and nonjudgemental environment where you can safely show up as your authentic self to work on treatment goals that fit your current struggles.

I provide a nonjudgmental and warm therapeutic environment, which enables my patients to feel comfortable and trust the process. Only the patient's culture and values exist during session and I have experience successfully utilizing a patient's faith in therapy (previously unknown to me). I like to have fun with everything I do. So we will definitely share some laughs and maybe some tears. We will work together as equals to reach your mental health goals. I understand you are the expert on yourself and I am here to help you solve your own problems.
I provide a nonjudgmental and warm therapeutic environment, which enables my patients to feel comfortable and trust the process. Only the patient's culture and values exist during session and I have experience successfully utilizing a patient's faith in therapy (previously unknown to me). I like to have fun with everything I do. So we will definitely share some laughs and maybe some tears. We will work together as equals to reach your mental health goals. I understand you are the expert on yourself and I am here to help you solve your own problems.

Alexandra Solaro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Waitlist for new clients
We seek help when our way of relating to ourselves and others is no longer working for us. It can be daunting to look outside of ourselves to gain an understanding of something so personal, but taking this step offers the opportunity to cultivate powerful tools for adaptation, self-regulation and productive relationships. The tools that I use come from Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems Therapy. These therapeutic modalities speak to the mind, body and heart, respectively, offering a holistic path to transformational change.
We seek help when our way of relating to ourselves and others is no longer working for us. It can be daunting to look outside of ourselves to gain an understanding of something so personal, but taking this step offers the opportunity to cultivate powerful tools for adaptation, self-regulation and productive relationships. The tools that I use come from Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems Therapy. These therapeutic modalities speak to the mind, body and heart, respectively, offering a holistic path to transformational change.

David K McGraw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO 63108
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress? Going through a major life transition like a career change or academic challenges? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by life’s complexities and seeking clarity, personal growth, or emotional balance, you’re not alone. Many people face challenges around their identity, career, relationships, or life purpose. Your goal might be to better understand yourself, manage stress, and develop practical tools to navigate life’s ups and downs. You deserve to feel grounded, confident, and connected, working toward a greater sense of well-being and fulfillment.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress? Going through a major life transition like a career change or academic challenges? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by life’s complexities and seeking clarity, personal growth, or emotional balance, you’re not alone. Many people face challenges around their identity, career, relationships, or life purpose. Your goal might be to better understand yourself, manage stress, and develop practical tools to navigate life’s ups and downs. You deserve to feel grounded, confident, and connected, working toward a greater sense of well-being and fulfillment.

I'm a secular therapist, currently seeing individuals only- I prefer to take things slow, so rapport and genuine connection can be built. I don't have all the answers or a magic wand, and you're not a toaster that needs to be fixed. But life is hard as hell, and having someone you can count on every week to provide clinical guidance, empathy, and a safe space to process definitely makes it a little easier to keep going.
I'm a secular therapist, currently seeing individuals only- I prefer to take things slow, so rapport and genuine connection can be built. I don't have all the answers or a magic wand, and you're not a toaster that needs to be fixed. But life is hard as hell, and having someone you can count on every week to provide clinical guidance, empathy, and a safe space to process definitely makes it a little easier to keep going.

I accept most major insurance plans, with an average $15 copay. Seasoned Clinician; Case Manager; and Group Facilitator with over 30 years of experience. Qualifications include being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor; and a Certified Partner Abuse Intervention Professional. Extensive experience in all aspects of learning using innovative therapeutic methodologies. My therapy style is warm and interactive an I tailor dialogs and treatment plans to meet the client's unique and specific needs.
I accept most major insurance plans, with an average $15 copay. Seasoned Clinician; Case Manager; and Group Facilitator with over 30 years of experience. Qualifications include being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor; and a Certified Partner Abuse Intervention Professional. Extensive experience in all aspects of learning using innovative therapeutic methodologies. My therapy style is warm and interactive an I tailor dialogs and treatment plans to meet the client's unique and specific needs.

Change can create stress, depression and anxiety or it can be a transformative experience. I help people cope with changes in career, relationships, and life goals. Whether you are unhappy in your relationships, your work, or some other aspect of your life, counseling can help. If you are recognizing the need to create change in your life, I would love to help you create the life you desire. My primary focus is on helping others transform and create joy in their lives.
Change can create stress, depression and anxiety or it can be a transformative experience. I help people cope with changes in career, relationships, and life goals. Whether you are unhappy in your relationships, your work, or some other aspect of your life, counseling can help. If you are recognizing the need to create change in your life, I would love to help you create the life you desire. My primary focus is on helping others transform and create joy in their lives.

Tanadja Barber
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PLPC
2 Endorsed
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO 63108
Welcome! I’m TJ Barber, an experienced Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor based in Southern Illinois and St. Louis, MO. I specialize in helping individuals navigating complex life transitions, relationship challenges, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. If you're facing family tensions, caregiver stress, or mood disorders, I offer a safe, creative space to explore your emotions and inner critic. Together, we'll work towards emotional well-being, self-esteem, and healthier relationships through personalized, empathetic therapy that fosters growth and healing.
Welcome! I’m TJ Barber, an experienced Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor based in Southern Illinois and St. Louis, MO. I specialize in helping individuals navigating complex life transitions, relationship challenges, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. If you're facing family tensions, caregiver stress, or mood disorders, I offer a safe, creative space to explore your emotions and inner critic. Together, we'll work towards emotional well-being, self-esteem, and healthier relationships through personalized, empathetic therapy that fosters growth and healing.

Garrett LCSW & Consulting, L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO 63108
Garrett LCSW & Consulting, L.L.C. offers culturally affirmative, linguistically accessible, and clinically competent social work services with and on behalf of diverse populations in Missouri, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia.
Garrett LCSW & Consulting, L.L.C. offers culturally affirmative, linguistically accessible, and clinically competent social work services with and on behalf of diverse populations in Missouri, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia.

There are a lot of hard things going on in the world, so life may be feeling extra difficult. Do you ever feel like there is something holding you back from the life you want to live? Perhaps, a part of yourself that you wish would go away? A part that is too hard on you? Do you notice internal conflicts that make it difficult to make decisions? I help people to understand what is happening internally, to find compassion for yourself, to heal, and to find ways to utilize the parts within yourself to live the life you want to live. I also specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ clients.
There are a lot of hard things going on in the world, so life may be feeling extra difficult. Do you ever feel like there is something holding you back from the life you want to live? Perhaps, a part of yourself that you wish would go away? A part that is too hard on you? Do you notice internal conflicts that make it difficult to make decisions? I help people to understand what is happening internally, to find compassion for yourself, to heal, and to find ways to utilize the parts within yourself to live the life you want to live. I also specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ clients.

Do you ever feel misunderstood or like you don’t fit in? Is this causing you to feel anxious or disconnected from life? As a queer mental health professional, I have experience working with autistic adults, ADHD, trauma, depression and anxiety.
Do you ever feel misunderstood or like you don’t fit in? Is this causing you to feel anxious or disconnected from life? As a queer mental health professional, I have experience working with autistic adults, ADHD, trauma, depression and anxiety.

I offer Telehealth services. I provide a practical approach to therapy that focuses on integrating the physical, emotional, and spiritual parts of a person. I believe the best way to heal is to embrace our uniqueness and live from a place of creativity! I work with my clients on how to self-regulate, trust their intuition, and regulate their nervous system.
I offer Telehealth services. I provide a practical approach to therapy that focuses on integrating the physical, emotional, and spiritual parts of a person. I believe the best way to heal is to embrace our uniqueness and live from a place of creativity! I work with my clients on how to self-regulate, trust their intuition, and regulate their nervous system.

Yasmira Emofor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCDP-D
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO 63108
Not accepting new clients
Have you felt like you are missing out on life? Have you felt like you are in a slump that you can’t dig yourself out off? Like you have been struggling for so long without a break from the stress of it all? Whether your struggle is depression, anxiety, phobias, substance abuse or trauma, I am here to offer a safe space for you. What you want to feel is empowered, capable and resilient to handle the challenge; or ready to face down any fear. I've helped countless individuals! Let me help you reclaim resiliency today!
Have you felt like you are missing out on life? Have you felt like you are in a slump that you can’t dig yourself out off? Like you have been struggling for so long without a break from the stress of it all? Whether your struggle is depression, anxiety, phobias, substance abuse or trauma, I am here to offer a safe space for you. What you want to feel is empowered, capable and resilient to handle the challenge; or ready to face down any fear. I've helped countless individuals! Let me help you reclaim resiliency today!

Life does not come with a road map and sometimes we find ourselves straying off course. Call me today to see if we can help you get back on the path.
Life does not come with a road map and sometimes we find ourselves straying off course. Call me today to see if we can help you get back on the path.

For over 20 years, I have assisted clients of all ages and backgrounds in achieving wellness and healing. I am dedicated to helping you find the best approach for your mental health journey, whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, parenting, communicating or any other issue. My extensive healthcare background and training enables me to care for clients with the utmost professionalism and knowledge. Finding the right therapist is an important first step, and I would love the opportunity to collaborate with you to determine the best path forward for your wellbeing and healing.
For over 20 years, I have assisted clients of all ages and backgrounds in achieving wellness and healing. I am dedicated to helping you find the best approach for your mental health journey, whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, parenting, communicating or any other issue. My extensive healthcare background and training enables me to care for clients with the utmost professionalism and knowledge. Finding the right therapist is an important first step, and I would love the opportunity to collaborate with you to determine the best path forward for your wellbeing and healing.

Tosha T Pearson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
1 Endorsed
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO 63108
Hello, everyone! My name is Tosha Pearson, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Saint Louis. I'm here to support individuals of all ages with their social-emotional needs, and well-being. Whether you're a child, a teenager, or an adult, I firmly believe that taking care of our emotional health is crucial for our overall development and success. In a safe and welcoming environment we can explore your feelings, address challenges, and develop effective strategies to navigate life's ups and downs.
Hello, everyone! My name is Tosha Pearson, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Saint Louis. I'm here to support individuals of all ages with their social-emotional needs, and well-being. Whether you're a child, a teenager, or an adult, I firmly believe that taking care of our emotional health is crucial for our overall development and success. In a safe and welcoming environment we can explore your feelings, address challenges, and develop effective strategies to navigate life's ups and downs.

Megan MacKenzie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Central West End, Saint Louis, MO 63108
As a couples, relationship, and sexuality therapist, I'm here to help you to create more intimacy and connection in your relationships, explore your identities, and recalibrate toward a more authentic and compassionate life. I am particularly passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ folks in exploring and healing from internalized homophobia and transphobia as they often manifest in anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.
As a couples, relationship, and sexuality therapist, I'm here to help you to create more intimacy and connection in your relationships, explore your identities, and recalibrate toward a more authentic and compassionate life. I am particularly passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ folks in exploring and healing from internalized homophobia and transphobia as they often manifest in anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.

Do you ever feel stuck repeating the same old behaviors you swore you wouldn't ever do again? Or feel stuck playing a role you which not to identify with? If feeling stuck knowing what you want but not being able to achieve resonates with you, I may be a good fit for your needs. Life experiences teach us coping skills, both healthy and unhealthy. My passion is assisting clients rediscover their inner strength and process the unhealthy events in their past. This process is for those who want more out of life than they are currently receiving.
Do you ever feel stuck repeating the same old behaviors you swore you wouldn't ever do again? Or feel stuck playing a role you which not to identify with? If feeling stuck knowing what you want but not being able to achieve resonates with you, I may be a good fit for your needs. Life experiences teach us coping skills, both healthy and unhealthy. My passion is assisting clients rediscover their inner strength and process the unhealthy events in their past. This process is for those who want more out of life than they are currently receiving.

Are you looking for deeper and lasting psychological development? As a certified Jungian Analyst, my work involves soul-building, connecting to your most authentic and alive self, centering on the search for meaning and purpose. Analysis can provide lasting change for those dealing with loss, transitions, anxiety, depression, as well as survivors of trauma. I have more than twenty years experience in dream work, mindfulness, and the creative process. I am a senior training analyst in the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts and the IAAP.
Are you looking for deeper and lasting psychological development? As a certified Jungian Analyst, my work involves soul-building, connecting to your most authentic and alive self, centering on the search for meaning and purpose. Analysis can provide lasting change for those dealing with loss, transitions, anxiety, depression, as well as survivors of trauma. I have more than twenty years experience in dream work, mindfulness, and the creative process. I am a senior training analyst in the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts and the IAAP.
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Number of Therapists in Central West End, Saint Louis, MO
200+
Average cost per session
$130
Therapists in Central West End, Saint Louis, MO who prioritize treating:
89% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Stress |
64% | Life Transitions |
63% | Relationship Issues |
58% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
90% | Cigna and Evernorth |
88% | Aetna |
83% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Central West End, Saint Louis, MO see their clients
54% | Online Only | |
46% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
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The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.