Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
I'm trained in DBT, CBT, and ACT.
I was drawn to being a therapist due to natural skills I have of listening and nonjudgment of others. I am driven to help others improve their lives and find helping others to be truly rewarding. I work with my clients to set goals and identify areas of change.
I'm trained in DBT, CBT, and ACT.
I was drawn to being a therapist due to natural skills I have of listening and nonjudgment of others. I am driven to help others improve their lives and find helping others to be truly rewarding. I work with my clients to set goals and identify areas of change.
You will feel cared for, and you will feel challenged to think, to feel, and to act in new ways that will relieve your symptoms.
I help people with complex lives, who are struggling with anxiety or grief, to achieve peace. I am known for being professional, empathetic, and pragmatic.
I help people make changes in what they can control: their perceptions, their patterns, and their responses. I also help people let go of what they cannot control, in order to focus on what will help them the most: managing their own body, mind, heart, and spirit.
I help people create a stronger sense of self, empowered in a deeply meaningful way.
You will feel cared for, and you will feel challenged to think, to feel, and to act in new ways that will relieve your symptoms.
I help people with complex lives, who are struggling with anxiety or grief, to achieve peace. I am known for being professional, empathetic, and pragmatic.
I help people make changes in what they can control: their perceptions, their patterns, and their responses. I also help people let go of what they cannot control, in order to focus on what will help them the most: managing their own body, mind, heart, and spirit.
I help people create a stronger sense of self, empowered in a deeply meaningful way.
My overarching goal as a therapist is to help each client find peace, acceptance, and contentment within themselves, their body and their life.
I have experience working with adolescents, adults, parents, and families, concerning depression, anxiety, relationships, LGBTQ+ related issues, involvement in the child welfare system, body-image and relationship with food, challenges related to school, anger, impulse control, and processing trauma.
My overarching goal as a therapist is to help each client find peace, acceptance, and contentment within themselves, their body and their life.
I have experience working with adolescents, adults, parents, and families, concerning depression, anxiety, relationships, LGBTQ+ related issues, involvement in the child welfare system, body-image and relationship with food, challenges related to school, anger, impulse control, and processing trauma.
I'm trained in DBT, CBT, and ACT.
I was drawn to being a therapist due to natural skills I have of listening and nonjudgment of others. I am driven to help others improve their lives and find helping others to be truly rewarding. I work with my clients to set goals and identify areas of change.
I'm trained in DBT, CBT, and ACT.
I was drawn to being a therapist due to natural skills I have of listening and nonjudgment of others. I am driven to help others improve their lives and find helping others to be truly rewarding. I work with my clients to set goals and identify areas of change.
Shameless Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I love watching people grow and learn how to do life with empowerment and self- acceptance.
Shame expert, Brené Brown, puts it like this: “Shame loves secrecy. The most dangerous thing to do after a shaming experience is hide or bury our story. When we bury our story, the shame metastasizes.” You’ve been holding onto shame stories, weighing you down and consuming you; it’s torture. Shame paves the way for depression and anxiety, terrorizing your relationships, work, and personal life. I know you’d like to feel lighter, freer, and more connected and accepting of yourself. Let’s get you there.
I love watching people grow and learn how to do life with empowerment and self- acceptance.
Shame expert, Brené Brown, puts it like this: “Shame loves secrecy. The most dangerous thing to do after a shaming experience is hide or bury our story. When we bury our story, the shame metastasizes.” You’ve been holding onto shame stories, weighing you down and consuming you; it’s torture. Shame paves the way for depression and anxiety, terrorizing your relationships, work, and personal life. I know you’d like to feel lighter, freer, and more connected and accepting of yourself. Let’s get you there.
Jayree Stone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63139
I work primarily with teens and adults to offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) as a primary approach.
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.
I work primarily with teens and adults to offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) as a primary approach.
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.
I will use a mixture of systems theory, IFS, narrative therapy and ACT; but most importantly the work we do is collaborative with you leading the way.
My ideal client is someone ready to make a change that propels them to their next chapter in life. I believe that my clients most value my ability to remain optimistic while keeping a firm grasp on reality. We all want to reach the highest levels of self actualization, but if your anxiety, depression, or ADHD are making it hard to complete daily living tasks that may feel out of reach. My diverse experience helps me accurately empathize with a variety of life issues. I have previously worked as a primary grade teacher, residential eating disorder treatment, and assisting a psychiatrist specializing in ADHD treatment for adults.
I will use a mixture of systems theory, IFS, narrative therapy and ACT; but most importantly the work we do is collaborative with you leading the way.
My ideal client is someone ready to make a change that propels them to their next chapter in life. I believe that my clients most value my ability to remain optimistic while keeping a firm grasp on reality. We all want to reach the highest levels of self actualization, but if your anxiety, depression, or ADHD are making it hard to complete daily living tasks that may feel out of reach. My diverse experience helps me accurately empathize with a variety of life issues. I have previously worked as a primary grade teacher, residential eating disorder treatment, and assisting a psychiatrist specializing in ADHD treatment for adults.
Laura Adamgbo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63117
I act as an advocate, sounding board and gentle challenger.
My specialties include: Couples counseling, Divorce/co-parenting, school issues, acculturation, adjustment, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and birth trauma. I'm a child and adolescent therapist and use play therapy in session with younger clients.
I act as an advocate, sounding board and gentle challenger.
My specialties include: Couples counseling, Divorce/co-parenting, school issues, acculturation, adjustment, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and birth trauma. I'm a child and adolescent therapist and use play therapy in session with younger clients.
I assist people in discovering peace and comfort within their lives through acceptance skills, mindfulness practices, and self compassion, as well as exploring and healing from past experiences and traumas.
I specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety, depression, grief or life transitions, and trauma. I incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Brainspotting, and mindfulness practices into our sessions, which helps relieve distress and tension and support of the connection between the body and the mind.
I assist people in discovering peace and comfort within their lives through acceptance skills, mindfulness practices, and self compassion, as well as exploring and healing from past experiences and traumas.
I specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety, depression, grief or life transitions, and trauma. I incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Brainspotting, and mindfulness practices into our sessions, which helps relieve distress and tension and support of the connection between the body and the mind.
Michelle Vollmar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63132
With mindfulness as the cornerstone of my practice, I draw from a variety of third-wave cognitive behavioral therapies including ACT, DBT, RO-DBT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
I'm an individual therapist with 20 years of experience working with survivors of childhood abuse, trauma, and intimate partner violence. More recently, my practice has evolved to include treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD, perfectionism, and burnout. I particularly enjoy working with other helping professionals to navigate concerns around work-life balance and vicarious trauma/compassion fatigue. Many of the individuals I work with also identify as having some form of neurodivergence.
With mindfulness as the cornerstone of my practice, I draw from a variety of third-wave cognitive behavioral therapies including ACT, DBT, RO-DBT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
I'm an individual therapist with 20 years of experience working with survivors of childhood abuse, trauma, and intimate partner violence. More recently, my practice has evolved to include treatment of anxiety disorders and OCD, perfectionism, and burnout. I particularly enjoy working with other helping professionals to navigate concerns around work-life balance and vicarious trauma/compassion fatigue. Many of the individuals I work with also identify as having some form of neurodivergence.
I use evidence-based therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, while building a unique relationship with every client.
I also work well with adults facing struggles in their relationships, families or careers, challenges with regulating emotions like anger, stress and dissatisfaction, difficulty navigating grief, loss, or trauma, and struggles with communication.
I use evidence-based therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, while building a unique relationship with every client.
I also work well with adults facing struggles in their relationships, families or careers, challenges with regulating emotions like anger, stress and dissatisfaction, difficulty navigating grief, loss, or trauma, and struggles with communication.
Meet Our Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
I utilize CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I am a former pastor and pastored for 20 years. While enjoying being a pastor with all the responsibilities of a church I came to the resolve that I enjoyed building relationships with individuals much more than "preaching" or teaching. Resigned from my church and worked on becoming a therapist.
I utilize CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I am a former pastor and pastored for 20 years. While enjoying being a pastor with all the responsibilities of a church I came to the resolve that I enjoyed building relationships with individuals much more than "preaching" or teaching. Resigned from my church and worked on becoming a therapist.
I utilize CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I am a former pastor and pastored for 20 years. While enjoying being a pastor with all the responsibilities of a church I came to the resolve that I enjoyed building relationships with individuals much more than "preaching" or teaching. Resigned from my church and worked on becoming a therapist.
I utilize CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I am a former pastor and pastored for 20 years. While enjoying being a pastor with all the responsibilities of a church I came to the resolve that I enjoyed building relationships with individuals much more than "preaching" or teaching. Resigned from my church and worked on becoming a therapist.
Creative Counseling 4 Kids and Teens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63144
Working in the Counseling/ Social Work profession for 21 years, I have gained great insight in what helps children develop self- acceptance, self-awareness, self-regulation and many more essential qualities.
My primary focus is working with children 4-18 years old, through the use of art and play therapy techniques as well as Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I have 21 years of experience working with children with a variety of needs from Autism, Intellectual Disability, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorder, etc.
Working in the Counseling/ Social Work profession for 21 years, I have gained great insight in what helps children develop self- acceptance, self-awareness, self-regulation and many more essential qualities.
My primary focus is working with children 4-18 years old, through the use of art and play therapy techniques as well as Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I have 21 years of experience working with children with a variety of needs from Autism, Intellectual Disability, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorder, etc.
Courtney Cannes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63131
I use a variety of modalities to help identify patterns, develop compassion and increase tolerance/ acceptance of emotions and thoughts so that you can move forward into a life that you value.
Welcome! Starting counseling can be overwhelming and I would love the opportunity to start this process with you. Maybe you are struggling with your own internal emotions or thoughts. Maybe you are acting in a way that doesn't feel right and you want to break some patterns. Maybe your relationships with friends, family, kids is not what you want. Counseling is a great place to find hope and work towards creating the life that you want. I provide a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere for you to share your struggles/concerns and for us to work together towards freedom and healing.
I use a variety of modalities to help identify patterns, develop compassion and increase tolerance/ acceptance of emotions and thoughts so that you can move forward into a life that you value.
Welcome! Starting counseling can be overwhelming and I would love the opportunity to start this process with you. Maybe you are struggling with your own internal emotions or thoughts. Maybe you are acting in a way that doesn't feel right and you want to break some patterns. Maybe your relationships with friends, family, kids is not what you want. Counseling is a great place to find hope and work towards creating the life that you want. I provide a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere for you to share your struggles/concerns and for us to work together towards freedom and healing.
Which often means figuring out how to make important changes while also finding acceptance.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) which is used to treat both adults and adolescents who feel out of control of their emotions. I provide EMDR for traumatic and painful events. I also use Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness based therapy. I provide Neurofeedback, which is a type of "brain training".
Which often means figuring out how to make important changes while also finding acceptance.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) which is used to treat both adults and adolescents who feel out of control of their emotions. I provide EMDR for traumatic and painful events. I also use Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness based therapy. I provide Neurofeedback, which is a type of "brain training".
Shawn G FitzWilliam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63103
I am experienced in a wide variety of evidenced-based interventions including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Behavioral Activation.
I am proud to work with fellow healthcare professionals, individuals from different cultural backgrounds, individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, and anyone who is new to therapy or has tried therapy before but without success. My ideal client is any adult who currently struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD or other trauma, OCD, burnout, or relationship concerns who is ready to commit to treatment. I believe in meeting clients where they are. I view my job as being your guide to better manage symptoms that represent barriers to you moving forward in your life, following a path determined by your personal values.
I am experienced in a wide variety of evidenced-based interventions including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Behavioral Activation.
I am proud to work with fellow healthcare professionals, individuals from different cultural backgrounds, individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, and anyone who is new to therapy or has tried therapy before but without success. My ideal client is any adult who currently struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD or other trauma, OCD, burnout, or relationship concerns who is ready to commit to treatment. I believe in meeting clients where they are. I view my job as being your guide to better manage symptoms that represent barriers to you moving forward in your life, following a path determined by your personal values.
I am SO committed to nourishing warm, grounding connections with my clients while also offering an ever-expanding toolkit of modalities such as EMDR, ACT, DBT and Somatic practices.
You just walked out of another Doctor’s appointment feeling completely overwhelmed. Your PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) or Type 2 Diabetes is raging and while your Care Team had a ton to say about your insulin levels, there was only crickets when you asked about the depression, anxiety and mood changes you’re dealing with, too. Your head is immediately drowning in next steps and you know the next time you open Instagram you'll be bombarded with expensive "solutions" to your problem. By the time you go to bed, you’re so tired and so wired that you stay up most of the night feeling lost and scared.
I am SO committed to nourishing warm, grounding connections with my clients while also offering an ever-expanding toolkit of modalities such as EMDR, ACT, DBT and Somatic practices.
You just walked out of another Doctor’s appointment feeling completely overwhelmed. Your PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) or Type 2 Diabetes is raging and while your Care Team had a ton to say about your insulin levels, there was only crickets when you asked about the depression, anxiety and mood changes you’re dealing with, too. Your head is immediately drowning in next steps and you know the next time you open Instagram you'll be bombarded with expensive "solutions" to your problem. By the time you go to bed, you’re so tired and so wired that you stay up most of the night feeling lost and scared.
Julie Maples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63131
I use evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs: EMDR to process trauma, CBT to challenge negative thoughts, ERP to reduce anxiety through exposure, I-CBT to address intrusive thoughts, and ACT to build mindfulness and value-driven action.
Hi! I’m Julie. Let's first take a moment to celebrate the fact that you are on this website right now. Seriously, you're amazing! Searching for a therapist is no easy feat, my friend. It’s great that you are here taking the first step to work through some of life’s challenges. Life is hard enough; you don’t have to do it alone. So, let’s see if we’d be a good fit for each other! Some of my greatest joys in life include puppies, coffee, &, most importantly, seeing my clients have the breakthroughs they are looking for & freedom from the things that hold them back or hurt them.
I use evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs: EMDR to process trauma, CBT to challenge negative thoughts, ERP to reduce anxiety through exposure, I-CBT to address intrusive thoughts, and ACT to build mindfulness and value-driven action.
Hi! I’m Julie. Let's first take a moment to celebrate the fact that you are on this website right now. Seriously, you're amazing! Searching for a therapist is no easy feat, my friend. It’s great that you are here taking the first step to work through some of life’s challenges. Life is hard enough; you don’t have to do it alone. So, let’s see if we’d be a good fit for each other! Some of my greatest joys in life include puppies, coffee, &, most importantly, seeing my clients have the breakthroughs they are looking for & freedom from the things that hold them back or hurt them.
My approach is personalized & integrative, drawing from evidence-based practices such as CBT, ACT, & the Gottman Method.
Have you ever felt like your life is an emotional roller coaster? 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 your relationship, or overwhelmed with unwanted intrusive thoughts. Perhaps you’re unsatisfied with where you’re at in life and are unsure of how to move forward. It may be that you & your partner are emotionally drained from not knowing how to overcome challenges in your relationship. Whatever brought you here is valid & together we can develop a roadmap, find clarity, & deepen connection.
My approach is personalized & integrative, drawing from evidence-based practices such as CBT, ACT, & the Gottman Method.
Have you ever felt like your life is an emotional roller coaster? 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 your relationship, or overwhelmed with unwanted intrusive thoughts. Perhaps you’re unsatisfied with where you’re at in life and are unsure of how to move forward. It may be that you & your partner are emotionally drained from not knowing how to overcome challenges in your relationship. Whatever brought you here is valid & together we can develop a roadmap, find clarity, & deepen connection.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.