Marriage Counseling Therapists in Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO

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Raber Hamad
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104
I work with individuals and couples that are seeking healing. In a session with me, we would use a scientific and holistic approach tailored to your needs. Our goal would be a long-lasting and impactful transformation, which we accomplish by going to the root cause.
I work with individuals and couples that are seeking healing. In a session with me, we would use a scientific and holistic approach tailored to your needs. Our goal would be a long-lasting and impactful transformation, which we accomplish by going to the root cause.
(314) 370-2956 View (314) 370-2956
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Andrea Kostadinovic
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104
Have you ever felt like your life is an emotional rollercoaster? I certainly have. Those rides can be thrilling at times, but can also leave you tense and terrified afterwards. Maybe you feel hopeless, mentally exhausted, stuck in a relationship, or overwhelmed with ongoing intrusive thoughts. Perhaps you are not satisfied with your overall quality of life, or you are unsure of how to move forward. Whatever brought you here is valid, and I believe that you are ready to work on it.
Have you ever felt like your life is an emotional rollercoaster? I certainly have. Those rides can be thrilling at times, but can also leave you tense and terrified afterwards. Maybe you feel hopeless, mentally exhausted, stuck in a relationship, or overwhelmed with ongoing intrusive thoughts. Perhaps you are not satisfied with your overall quality of life, or you are unsure of how to move forward. Whatever brought you here is valid, and I believe that you are ready to work on it.
(314) 907-2361 View (314) 907-2361
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Joan A Di Pretore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104  (Online Only)
Dedicated to my clients' happiness and success, I feel honored to be trusted with their innermost thoughts. They often report feeling completely overwhelmed and stressed by life situations: e.g. relationship conflict, conflict at work, loss of a loved one. Feeling that life is controlling them, they report feeling depressed, anxious, and doubting their own ability. Through our work together in therapy, my clients have felt empowered to regain the control necessary to make positive changes in their lives and relationships, and thereby resolve their conflicts, reduce their level of stress, and relieve their accompanying anxiety and depression.
Dedicated to my clients' happiness and success, I feel honored to be trusted with their innermost thoughts. They often report feeling completely overwhelmed and stressed by life situations: e.g. relationship conflict, conflict at work, loss of a loved one. Feeling that life is controlling them, they report feeling depressed, anxious, and doubting their own ability. Through our work together in therapy, my clients have felt empowered to regain the control necessary to make positive changes in their lives and relationships, and thereby resolve their conflicts, reduce their level of stress, and relieve their accompanying anxiety and depression.
(314) 714-4248 View (314) 714-4248
Lauren Jeevanjee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104
Living in a world of conformity and structure can make navigating our authentic selves challenging. Our language can impact how we see ourselves and the world around us. I have a unique understanding of how less visible parts of our identity can impact our experience. Understanding and exploring our sexual identity and experience in a sex-negative society can be isolating. Exploring what these experiences look like with a partner(s) can also be challenging. If you are looking for an affirming space to navigate your experiences, process your feelings, and add to your relationships we would be a great fit!
Living in a world of conformity and structure can make navigating our authentic selves challenging. Our language can impact how we see ourselves and the world around us. I have a unique understanding of how less visible parts of our identity can impact our experience. Understanding and exploring our sexual identity and experience in a sex-negative society can be isolating. Exploring what these experiences look like with a partner(s) can also be challenging. If you are looking for an affirming space to navigate your experiences, process your feelings, and add to your relationships we would be a great fit!
(314) 907-0470 View (314) 907-0470
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Elaine Krull
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104
My work is focused on creating a safe, warm, and inviting space for individuals and couples to receive therapy. Many of the couples I work with experience poor communication, lack of trust, and resistance to change. I believe those who are open to change and self-awareness are those who will benefit the most. I also enjoy working with individuals. You may be struggling with interpersonal issues. You may feel unsure of your identity and of the things you want in life. For both couples and individuals, my job is to walk with you on the path toward happiness and contentedness.
My work is focused on creating a safe, warm, and inviting space for individuals and couples to receive therapy. Many of the couples I work with experience poor communication, lack of trust, and resistance to change. I believe those who are open to change and self-awareness are those who will benefit the most. I also enjoy working with individuals. You may be struggling with interpersonal issues. You may feel unsure of your identity and of the things you want in life. For both couples and individuals, my job is to walk with you on the path toward happiness and contentedness.
(314) 501-9972 View (314) 501-9972
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Christina Thaier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104
I founded Terrace House because I believe that each of us deserves the opportunity to design a life that we love; one in which we feel at home in our bodies, in our minds, in our relationships, and in our world. I enjoy working with couples, adults, and adolescents to define and change their relationship with the problems in their lives including: anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, identity exploration (including LGBTQ+), existential questions, spiritual concerns, career concerns, and relational wounds (including betrayal, divorce, and attachment.)
I founded Terrace House because I believe that each of us deserves the opportunity to design a life that we love; one in which we feel at home in our bodies, in our minds, in our relationships, and in our world. I enjoy working with couples, adults, and adolescents to define and change their relationship with the problems in their lives including: anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, identity exploration (including LGBTQ+), existential questions, spiritual concerns, career concerns, and relational wounds (including betrayal, divorce, and attachment.)
(314) 309-3502 View (314) 309-3502
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Mitch Cartwright
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104
Sometimes it may feel like your inner worldview and dreams don’t match the outer world’s experiences and expectations. Sometimes we need help to gather all of our feelings, thoughts, beliefs, histories, and dreams in order to speak them out loud and make sense of them in a safe space. My goal is to help you share your story and your light with the world. When we share our story we heal; when we heal, we give to the greater world and the ripple of change is exponential. My ideal client's goals are to live authentically and freely, unapologetically, powerfully, and to find fulfillment in the day to day.
Sometimes it may feel like your inner worldview and dreams don’t match the outer world’s experiences and expectations. Sometimes we need help to gather all of our feelings, thoughts, beliefs, histories, and dreams in order to speak them out loud and make sense of them in a safe space. My goal is to help you share your story and your light with the world. When we share our story we heal; when we heal, we give to the greater world and the ripple of change is exponential. My ideal client's goals are to live authentically and freely, unapologetically, powerfully, and to find fulfillment in the day to day.
(314) 207-5401 View (314) 207-5401
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Levi Levin
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104
Hey! I’m Levi. I invite you to take a moment in your search to exhale with me. I appreciate you finding your way to me today. What’s more, I appreciate the world you exist in right now. No matter your stage of life, or which part(s) of your internal and external worlds you want to discuss – I will arrive in gentle kindness to strategize with you toward digestible approaches to life problems. You need not have “one big issue” that brings you to our space. In the words of my favorite band, Yo La Tengo: “Let’s be undecided, let’s take our time; and sooner or later, we will know our mind.”
Hey! I’m Levi. I invite you to take a moment in your search to exhale with me. I appreciate you finding your way to me today. What’s more, I appreciate the world you exist in right now. No matter your stage of life, or which part(s) of your internal and external worlds you want to discuss – I will arrive in gentle kindness to strategize with you toward digestible approaches to life problems. You need not have “one big issue” that brings you to our space. In the words of my favorite band, Yo La Tengo: “Let’s be undecided, let’s take our time; and sooner or later, we will know our mind.”
(314) 866-9960 View (314) 866-9960
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Todd J Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63103  (Online Only)
I imagine you are searching for help or answers to some pretty serious questions about yourself, your relationship(s), and/or your symptoms. As a therapist I work to help people, not only with their symptoms, but with seeking to better understand themselves, their relationships, and how they came to be who they are and who they hope to become.
I imagine you are searching for help or answers to some pretty serious questions about yourself, your relationship(s), and/or your symptoms. As a therapist I work to help people, not only with their symptoms, but with seeking to better understand themselves, their relationships, and how they came to be who they are and who they hope to become.
(314) 907-1002 View (314) 907-1002
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Jessica Rodriguez
LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
It can be difficult to find time to care for ourselves in a world filled with constant demands, injustices, and daily stressors. We can all use support during the challenging circumstances we are currently dealing with. I specialize in treating trauma, gender-based violence, generational trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I believe that effective therapy involves not only addressing mental health concerns but also acknowledging and honoring cultural nuances and sensitivities.
It can be difficult to find time to care for ourselves in a world filled with constant demands, injustices, and daily stressors. We can all use support during the challenging circumstances we are currently dealing with. I specialize in treating trauma, gender-based violence, generational trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I believe that effective therapy involves not only addressing mental health concerns but also acknowledging and honoring cultural nuances and sensitivities.
(314) 947-3240 View (314) 947-3240

Online Therapists

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Yvette Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PLMFT
Verified Verified
Lafayette Square, Saint Louis, MO 63104
We all need help at some point, and it has been especially difficult for many individuals to navigate life these past few years. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, generational trauma, or family conflict, I can walk along this path with you. You are not alone. If you are struggling with life transitions such as adjusting to college, the death of a loved one, new marriage, or a relationship, and need someone to validate your experiences in an empathetic and non-judgmental environment, I am here to help. Seeking support can be frightening at first, but it's one of the bravest and most important steps you can take.
We all need help at some point, and it has been especially difficult for many individuals to navigate life these past few years. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, generational trauma, or family conflict, I can walk along this path with you. You are not alone. If you are struggling with life transitions such as adjusting to college, the death of a loved one, new marriage, or a relationship, and need someone to validate your experiences in an empathetic and non-judgmental environment, I am here to help. Seeking support can be frightening at first, but it's one of the bravest and most important steps you can take.
(314) 742-7741 View (314) 742-7741
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William Arrington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63101
Waking up in the morning having a sense of purpose and fulfillment, walking in healthy marriage principles to the abundant life that you deserve.
Perhaps you're in a relationship, family, or job where everything is always your fault. You're made to feel not good enough, that you have to try harder despite the other never taking accountability. You have difficulty expressing yourself in fear of the other person throwing it back in your face. Perhaps this mounting pressure from those relationships have made you give up, anxious, or just feel stuck. You don't know who you are anymore—you’ve been told how to think and feel. You may feel like you’re in a fog or just don’t know how to get back on track to the way things used to be.
Waking up in the morning having a sense of purpose and fulfillment, walking in healthy marriage principles to the abundant life that you deserve.
Perhaps you're in a relationship, family, or job where everything is always your fault. You're made to feel not good enough, that you have to try harder despite the other never taking accountability. You have difficulty expressing yourself in fear of the other person throwing it back in your face. Perhaps this mounting pressure from those relationships have made you give up, anxious, or just feel stuck. You don't know who you are anymore—you’ve been told how to think and feel. You may feel like you’re in a fog or just don’t know how to get back on track to the way things used to be.
(314) 907-0747 View (314) 907-0747
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Rachel Glik
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63105
After 28 years of counseling individuals, couples and families, and growing the love in a 30+ year marriage myself, I feel privileged to say I specialize in "Relationships." I love inspiring people to look more within themselves for happiness, security, and value; and to understand that friction in relationships can help us grow, and grow closer. Those open to change benefit most; a healthy couple takes healthy people. I also see adults individually, many with relationship challenges, but also seeking help with concerns like low self worth, anxiety, sadness, depression, negative thoughts, addictions, feeling stuck/unfulfilled.
After 28 years of counseling individuals, couples and families, and growing the love in a 30+ year marriage myself, I feel privileged to say I specialize in "Relationships." I love inspiring people to look more within themselves for happiness, security, and value; and to understand that friction in relationships can help us grow, and grow closer. Those open to change benefit most; a healthy couple takes healthy people. I also see adults individually, many with relationship challenges, but also seeking help with concerns like low self worth, anxiety, sadness, depression, negative thoughts, addictions, feeling stuck/unfulfilled.
(314) 925-9098 View (314) 925-9098
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Diane Kohm
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Premarital and marital therapy is provided with a balanced perspective seeking ways to build or rebuild intimate friendship and devoted connection.
Do you want to live more fully in the present moment making choices based on your life values and goals, rather than a life of negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior leading to anxiety, depression or conflict in your intimate, work, and family relationships?
Premarital and marital therapy is provided with a balanced perspective seeking ways to build or rebuild intimate friendship and devoted connection.
Do you want to live more fully in the present moment making choices based on your life values and goals, rather than a life of negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior leading to anxiety, depression or conflict in your intimate, work, and family relationships?
(314) 582-2549 View (314) 582-2549
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Lanny W Mcfarland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63123
If you are reading this, then chances are you or someone you love is in need of professional counseling. I understand this can be a difficult process and cause significant anxiety. But you are just a simple phone call away. So whether you are struggling with depression or anxiety disorder, marital problems, spiritual abuse or issues of faith, trauma from childhood abuse, or some form of addiction, you have turned to the right place. Together, as a relationship of trust begins, we will identify what you hope counseling will provide and a plan to address that hope.
If you are reading this, then chances are you or someone you love is in need of professional counseling. I understand this can be a difficult process and cause significant anxiety. But you are just a simple phone call away. So whether you are struggling with depression or anxiety disorder, marital problems, spiritual abuse or issues of faith, trauma from childhood abuse, or some form of addiction, you have turned to the right place. Together, as a relationship of trust begins, we will identify what you hope counseling will provide and a plan to address that hope.
(314) 736-3593 View (314) 736-3593
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Mary Beth Harper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63141
The therapeutic relationship is viewed as a collaborative effort where client and therapist join together to seek understanding, healing, and peace. Mary Beth has over 30 years' experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Premarital and marital therapy is provided with a balanced perspective seeking ways to build or rebuild intimate friendship and devoted connection. Individual therapy also provided, focused on issues such as relationship conflict, loss, anxiety and depression.
The therapeutic relationship is viewed as a collaborative effort where client and therapist join together to seek understanding, healing, and peace. Mary Beth has over 30 years' experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Premarital and marital therapy is provided with a balanced perspective seeking ways to build or rebuild intimate friendship and devoted connection. Individual therapy also provided, focused on issues such as relationship conflict, loss, anxiety and depression.
(314) 527-2122 View (314) 527-2122
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A Breath Of Fresh Air Counseling Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63137  (Online Only)
I assist clients struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, past trauma, low self-esteem, marital problems and more through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, and Spiritual / Christian Counseling.
NOW Licensed in Missouri & Georgia - My ultimate goal as an LPC is to assist my clients in living their absolute best life. Depression, anxiety, lack of self-esteem, past trauma, and hurt are all factors that could be prohibiting an individual from being happy and living their best life. These concerns and more are addressed in our sessions. Thinking patterns, toxic behaviors, belief systems and relationships will be explored. You deserve the best out of life, so why not take a step in that direction. I will do the utmost so that you may achieve your goals. Now Licensed in MO and accepting Missouri clients.
I assist clients struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, past trauma, low self-esteem, marital problems and more through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, and Spiritual / Christian Counseling.
NOW Licensed in Missouri & Georgia - My ultimate goal as an LPC is to assist my clients in living their absolute best life. Depression, anxiety, lack of self-esteem, past trauma, and hurt are all factors that could be prohibiting an individual from being happy and living their best life. These concerns and more are addressed in our sessions. Thinking patterns, toxic behaviors, belief systems and relationships will be explored. You deserve the best out of life, so why not take a step in that direction. I will do the utmost so that you may achieve your goals. Now Licensed in MO and accepting Missouri clients.
(404) 382-5829 View (404) 382-5829
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Integrative Mind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63117
I have a doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy and am certified in EMDR and schema therapy, Internal Family Systems and neurofeedback.
What I have found in my 20 years of experience in practicing, teaching and publishing in the field of therapy is that I learn something new from every client that I treat. The goal of therapy, in my opinion, is to provide enough emotional safety for clients to examine their lives and create a narrative that allows for growth and connection.
I have a doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy and am certified in EMDR and schema therapy, Internal Family Systems and neurofeedback.
What I have found in my 20 years of experience in practicing, teaching and publishing in the field of therapy is that I learn something new from every client that I treat. The goal of therapy, in my opinion, is to provide enough emotional safety for clients to examine their lives and create a narrative that allows for growth and connection.
(833) 735-0612 View (833) 735-0612
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Ellen Marting Jayaprabhu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63141
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide individual, couple, and family therapy for a variety of clinical issues from psychodynamic and family systems perspectives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, abuse recovery (sexual, physical and emotional), relationship problems, adults and adolescents. I have a passion to work with hurting people and find it an honor to be part of the healing process that can occur through psychotherapy. I value and prioritize developing a strong and authentic relationship with my clients.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide individual, couple, and family therapy for a variety of clinical issues from psychodynamic and family systems perspectives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, eating disorders, abuse recovery (sexual, physical and emotional), relationship problems, adults and adolescents. I have a passion to work with hurting people and find it an honor to be part of the healing process that can occur through psychotherapy. I value and prioritize developing a strong and authentic relationship with my clients.
(314) 635-6505 View (314) 635-6505
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Dr. A. P. Carmichael
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MEd, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Waitlist for new clients
Additionally, I have a second master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy from St.
Relationships are part of what makes us human. We thrive when connected with others. I am passionate about helping people create and maintain healthy and loving relationships. I work with couples, families, and individuals and have strong experience working with LGBTQ clients. I make it a priority to create a safe space for all of my clients. It is through this atmosphere of acceptance that we can work together to create true change and growth. I work with individuals, families and couples who are going through a crisis, or those who are simply looking to strengthen their relationships.
Additionally, I have a second master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy from St.
Relationships are part of what makes us human. We thrive when connected with others. I am passionate about helping people create and maintain healthy and loving relationships. I work with couples, families, and individuals and have strong experience working with LGBTQ clients. I make it a priority to create a safe space for all of my clients. It is through this atmosphere of acceptance that we can work together to create true change and growth. I work with individuals, families and couples who are going through a crisis, or those who are simply looking to strengthen their relationships.
(314) 682-4859 View (314) 682-4859

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.