Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Saint Louis, MO

We seem to struggle to create room for self-compassion and acceptance in our lives, usually because they’ve been crowded out by our self-criticism or perfectionism. We have come by most of this honestly through the ways we were affected by early experiences in childhood or adolescence. When together we find a way to be with your experiences, including the difficult emotions that may arise when exploring them, we find our way to meaning and purpose. We find our way to the recognition of our shared humanity. We find our way to a more authentic and wholehearted life.

You're here because you're ready for something to be different - your relationships to be better, your work to be more enjoyable, your life to feel more meaningful. You're in the right place! I work well with people who feel stuck or that things aren't as they "should" be. My clients want clarity about their experiences, their relationships, and the direction of their lives. Sometimes this means diving into what happened in the past, but it can also mean focusing on what's happening now (for better or worse) so that you can move towards a future you want.

Hi, I am glad you're here. I know it can be overwhelming to reach out to a potential counselor, but by being here, you've already taken the first step and that is important. I have experience working with individuals from many different backgrounds dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relational conflicts, and other issues. I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community and also have a passion for working with those affected by issues that this community faces.

It takes guts to ask for help. Going to therapy is not admitting defeat or a sign that you are weak. It is an act of self-kindness & sign that you are ready to make meaningful changes happen for yourself. Change can be scary but if you are ready, you don’t have to do it alone. My mission as a therapist is to support you throughout the process of self-discovery and help you to build enough confidence to chase after and reach your goals. Together we can examine how fear, societal expectations and a need for others' approval may be limiting your ability to lead a life that allows you to flourish and reach your full potential.

I have extensive experience and training in providing anxiety disorder treatment and specialize in treating OCD. My treatment approach combines elements of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I use Exposure and Response Prevention, the gold standard treatment for OCD. OCD can present in many different ways, and unfortunately many people suffer for years without receiving appropriate diagnosis and treatment. If you are ready to take action on gaining back control of your life from anxiety, I can help.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and appreciate working with clients with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationships, teen-parent conflicts, religious trauma/abuse and gender and sexual identity struggles. I have experience helping individuals, families, and couples work through life transitions and challenges including aging, relationships, financial hardships, social anxieties, spiritual identity, and divorce. We can't do it all on our own. I offer a safe space to help you manage and cope with your daily struggles.

Our world often stigmatizes needing support, but let's face it: no one gets anywhere without help! Change and growth come with challenges, and having the support of a genuine and compassionate therapist can make a positive difference. Whether you are experiencing a significant personal development, struggling to relate to others, or feeling stuck and looking for a change for the better, reaching out to someone trained to help is an critical step towards finding a way to live more authentically. As a therapist, I work with clients to create an uplifting space to process your experiences and find a path forward to greater well-being.

Throughout my life, I have dealt with my fair share of mental health struggles. Beginning in middle school and into my 20s, I was often depressed and anxious. Because of this, I sought therapy several times, sometimes with success and sometimes not. So, I know how incredibly hard it can be to start the process of seeking therapy. I am SO incredibly proud of you for beginning this journey! Due to my less-than-ideal experience in adolescence, after high school I pursued a degree in education and taught middle school for several years in hopes of making a difference in my students’ lives.

Hellooo! Thanks for making time to be here today. If you're here, I'm wondering if you've asked yourself important questions such as: When was the last time you were asked what you needed? What does acceptance look like in your life? How can you live your most authentic self? What does it look like creating an environment for yourself to be successful? If you find yourself resonating with these questions, then you're more than likely seeking a provider who can help you achieve your goals, and maybe that's me! I encourage you to make an appointment today to find out.

I am here for you as you are right now... I can imagine that right now things may not be the way you want them. Do you find yourself feeling unsettled? Feeling stuck and just can't seem to make important changes? Find that powerful emotions keep taking you off track from what you truly want? Have you had painful events occur and have noticed you're not quite the same anymore? ... For 10+ years I've been helping people build a life full of meaning. Which often means figuring out how to make important changes while also finding acceptance . This can mean resolving past painful events, boosting skills and/or resolving current problems.

Are you going through a major change in your life? Divorce, remarriage, blending a family, new job, new baby? Have you hit a road block in your career? Is anxiety keeping you from living an enriching lifestyle? Do you have unresolved trauma? Do you have a difficult to manage child? I can help you with these sudden roadblocks. During these transitional phases of life, we need a support system to help us gain strength, resilience and maintain a healthy living. I use EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in working with adult clients and play therapy with my child clients. I act as an advocate, sounding board and gentle challenger.