Ketamine-Assisted Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
I specialize in treatment-resistant conditions: anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma that hasn't responded the way it should. Most people who contact me have already tried therapy, sometimes multiple therapists, medications, or both. They've put in real effort and still don't feel better. That's not failure. It's a sign that a different approach is needed. If antidepressants or previous therapies haven't worked, my goal isn't to help you cope better. It's to actually help you get better.
I specialize in treatment-resistant conditions: anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma that hasn't responded the way it should. Most people who contact me have already tried therapy, sometimes multiple therapists, medications, or both. They've put in real effort and still don't feel better. That's not failure. It's a sign that a different approach is needed. If antidepressants or previous therapies haven't worked, my goal isn't to help you cope better. It's to actually help you get better.
CPTSD, Narcisstic Abuse Recovery, Neuroinclusive
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Online Only
Your childhood didn’t provide the instruction manual you needed for life. You coped as best you could & yet you question your decisions when it comes to partnering, parenting, or leading. Your mind is constantly active, your heart is braced or bruised, & your spirit & body are MIA. You rumble with angst, doubt, & anxiety. Your capacity isn’t keeping up with your desire or demands. You go deep, are “highly sensitive”, creative, or gifted, yet your strengths are overlooked & your differences are not seen or supported. You need TLC for your wounds, ways to address your unmet needs, & skills to grow your capacity.
Your childhood didn’t provide the instruction manual you needed for life. You coped as best you could & yet you question your decisions when it comes to partnering, parenting, or leading. Your mind is constantly active, your heart is braced or bruised, & your spirit & body are MIA. You rumble with angst, doubt, & anxiety. Your capacity isn’t keeping up with your desire or demands. You go deep, are “highly sensitive”, creative, or gifted, yet your strengths are overlooked & your differences are not seen or supported. You need TLC for your wounds, ways to address your unmet needs, & skills to grow your capacity.
Jason Eccker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63139
Waitlist for new clients
As a social worker, my goal is to partner with my clients so that they may achieve their goals. I have a diverse background in treating trauma, addiction and mental health from a strengths-based perspective, and I have been successful in helping clients to integrate long-term solutions in their daily lives. I feel that my ability to create a strong therapeutic alliance with clients as one of my biggest strengths. For those suffering from PTSD/other past trauma, I offer EMDR therapy which continues to be researched as highly effective for individuals suffering from these conditions.
As a social worker, my goal is to partner with my clients so that they may achieve their goals. I have a diverse background in treating trauma, addiction and mental health from a strengths-based perspective, and I have been successful in helping clients to integrate long-term solutions in their daily lives. I feel that my ability to create a strong therapeutic alliance with clients as one of my biggest strengths. For those suffering from PTSD/other past trauma, I offer EMDR therapy which continues to be researched as highly effective for individuals suffering from these conditions.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, including neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQIA+ folks, and women, non-binary, and gender fluid people. Clients often come to me navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, executive functioning challenges, sexuality, personality disorders, and life or relationship transitions. I also offer support for integrating psychedelic experiences—including ketamine and cannabis—through a lens of harm reduction and nonjudgment.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, including neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQIA+ folks, and women, non-binary, and gender fluid people. Clients often come to me navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, executive functioning challenges, sexuality, personality disorders, and life or relationship transitions. I also offer support for integrating psychedelic experiences—including ketamine and cannabis—through a lens of harm reduction and nonjudgment.
Emma Donovan - Holistic & Integrative
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
4 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63104
Hi! My name is Emma. I offer spiritual counseling, holistic healing, and functional nutrition for women in MO and IL. I help you heal your problems from the root so you can feel more conscious, integrated, and whole. I use Depth Hypnosis, Shamanic Counseling, Buddhist Psychology, Holistic Nutrition, Psychedelic Integration, and TRE, all of which I am trained and/or certified in. I am also level 3 trained in IFS. One fun fact about me is that I have studied, lived, and worked in many countries, and I've been to 33 countries in total!
Hi! My name is Emma. I offer spiritual counseling, holistic healing, and functional nutrition for women in MO and IL. I help you heal your problems from the root so you can feel more conscious, integrated, and whole. I use Depth Hypnosis, Shamanic Counseling, Buddhist Psychology, Holistic Nutrition, Psychedelic Integration, and TRE, all of which I am trained and/or certified in. I am also level 3 trained in IFS. One fun fact about me is that I have studied, lived, and worked in many countries, and I've been to 33 countries in total!
Iam Jophiel @Balanced Life Counseling &
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, CPAT, CCTP-II
16 Endorsed
Online Only
I’m here to support you! I specialize in partnering with adults experiencing Anxiety, PTSD, Impaired Self-Esteem, Spiritual or Religious Stressors, Burnout and Compassion Fatigue. I provide Helping Professionals with a safe space to be vulnerable, explore a greater sense of Self (authenticity), address life concerns and improve self-care. My intuitive and inclusive style may also help you to feel seen, safe, and invited toward possibilities. I also specialize in supporting persons who identify as Empaths, Highly Sensitive and/or Neurodivergent.
I’m here to support you! I specialize in partnering with adults experiencing Anxiety, PTSD, Impaired Self-Esteem, Spiritual or Religious Stressors, Burnout and Compassion Fatigue. I provide Helping Professionals with a safe space to be vulnerable, explore a greater sense of Self (authenticity), address life concerns and improve self-care. My intuitive and inclusive style may also help you to feel seen, safe, and invited toward possibilities. I also specialize in supporting persons who identify as Empaths, Highly Sensitive and/or Neurodivergent.
Cristina Marie Smugala
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63127
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is to empathetically guide and support transformation of traumatic experience. I will empower you to face your fears, unburden toxic shame, heal traumatic wounds and help you reclaim the courage that you know is inside of you. The ability to have love, compassion and acceptance for yourself are powerful healing forces that I strive to ignite, recover and unlock in my clients. Through EMDR and Somatic Experiencing I focus on restoring a sense of calm, centered connectedness within the brain and body. I work to inspire courage, promote healing so you can embody radical acceptance, release fear and embrace authenticity.
My passion is to empathetically guide and support transformation of traumatic experience. I will empower you to face your fears, unburden toxic shame, heal traumatic wounds and help you reclaim the courage that you know is inside of you. The ability to have love, compassion and acceptance for yourself are powerful healing forces that I strive to ignite, recover and unlock in my clients. Through EMDR and Somatic Experiencing I focus on restoring a sense of calm, centered connectedness within the brain and body. I work to inspire courage, promote healing so you can embody radical acceptance, release fear and embrace authenticity.
People start to heal the moment they feel heard, and everyone has a story to tell. As your therapist, I'll support you as you heal from your past and present, gain personal insight, release what no longer serves you, grow in your relationships, forgive yourself or others, embrace your authenticity, explore your purpose, claim your power, find your harmony and thrive. I will meet you where you are, provide a safe space for your unique story, and walk the journey with you. I'm passionate about helping individuals become more authentic, grounded versions of themselves.
People start to heal the moment they feel heard, and everyone has a story to tell. As your therapist, I'll support you as you heal from your past and present, gain personal insight, release what no longer serves you, grow in your relationships, forgive yourself or others, embrace your authenticity, explore your purpose, claim your power, find your harmony and thrive. I will meet you where you are, provide a safe space for your unique story, and walk the journey with you. I'm passionate about helping individuals become more authentic, grounded versions of themselves.
Iam Jophiel @ Embracing Rebirth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, CPAT, CCTP-II
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer an integrative approach that honors your pace and the wisdom of your body. Our work together centers on building safety, deepening somatic awareness, and cultivating compassionate self-care. I accompany you in listening to what your system is ready to share, supporting your process of regulation, resilience, and post-traumatic growth. I am here to walk beside you as you shed what no longer serves. Whether you are healing relational wounds, seeking a more authentic way of being, or integrating expanded states of consciousness, together we make space for what wants to move, soften, and be witnessed.
I offer an integrative approach that honors your pace and the wisdom of your body. Our work together centers on building safety, deepening somatic awareness, and cultivating compassionate self-care. I accompany you in listening to what your system is ready to share, supporting your process of regulation, resilience, and post-traumatic growth. I am here to walk beside you as you shed what no longer serves. Whether you are healing relational wounds, seeking a more authentic way of being, or integrating expanded states of consciousness, together we make space for what wants to move, soften, and be witnessed.
I specialize in treatment-resistant conditions: anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma that hasn't responded the way it should. Most people who contact me have already tried therapy, sometimes multiple therapists, medications, or both. They've put in real effort and still don't feel better. That's not failure. It's a sign that a different approach is needed. If antidepressants or previous therapies haven't worked, my goal isn't to help you cope better. It's to actually help you get better.
I specialize in treatment-resistant conditions: anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma that hasn't responded the way it should. Most people who contact me have already tried therapy, sometimes multiple therapists, medications, or both. They've put in real effort and still don't feel better. That's not failure. It's a sign that a different approach is needed. If antidepressants or previous therapies haven't worked, my goal isn't to help you cope better. It's to actually help you get better.
Kientzle Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA NCC , LPC RYT, CCTP, EMDR-I
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Ms. Kientzle (she/they), MA NCC, LPC, CCTP, RYT, EDMR-I, has been practicing as a licensed professional counselor for over 15 years in the St. Louis Metro area. Her areas of focus are trauma, pediatrics, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community. Ms. Kientzle is especially passionate about assisting transgender clients navigate gender-affirming therapies and helping people achieve their full potential. Modalities: Ketamine Assisted Therapy (KAT), Art Therapy, yoga therapy, EMDR, and trauma-focused approaches are utilized both in-person and via telehealth.
Ms. Kientzle (she/they), MA NCC, LPC, CCTP, RYT, EDMR-I, has been practicing as a licensed professional counselor for over 15 years in the St. Louis Metro area. Her areas of focus are trauma, pediatrics, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community. Ms. Kientzle is especially passionate about assisting transgender clients navigate gender-affirming therapies and helping people achieve their full potential. Modalities: Ketamine Assisted Therapy (KAT), Art Therapy, yoga therapy, EMDR, and trauma-focused approaches are utilized both in-person and via telehealth.
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I provide individualize care to clients who are struggling to manage symptoms of anxiety, trauma, depression and disordered eating. I focus much of my work on helping clients find clarity and stabilization, then move into personal growth and acceptance. I want to help you find the best version of yourself, learn to move gracefully through difficult life transitions, and truly enjoy what life has to offer.
I am now a Ketamine Assisted Therapist, as therapy and medication are not always enough to help people heal from trauma, anxiety and depression. KAP is an effective solution to help you move towards inner healing and connection.
I provide individualize care to clients who are struggling to manage symptoms of anxiety, trauma, depression and disordered eating. I focus much of my work on helping clients find clarity and stabilization, then move into personal growth and acceptance. I want to help you find the best version of yourself, learn to move gracefully through difficult life transitions, and truly enjoy what life has to offer.
I am now a Ketamine Assisted Therapist, as therapy and medication are not always enough to help people heal from trauma, anxiety and depression. KAP is an effective solution to help you move towards inner healing and connection.
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Pearson Psychological and Evaluation Services
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, LPHA, QMHP
Online Only
Are you a Veteran seeking a Nexus letter/Independent Medical Opinion? My primary focus is on providing Mental Health Evaluations and Nexus letters for Veterans seeking mental health benefits from the VA. I have helped many veterans through the process, including preparing them for their C&P exam, obtaining other medical documentation, and providing support and guidance throughout. The process typically takes 7-10 days, and I work at your pace, as most Veterans have not asked for help.
Are you a Veteran seeking a Nexus letter/Independent Medical Opinion? My primary focus is on providing Mental Health Evaluations and Nexus letters for Veterans seeking mental health benefits from the VA. I have helped many veterans through the process, including preparing them for their C&P exam, obtaining other medical documentation, and providing support and guidance throughout. The process typically takes 7-10 days, and I work at your pace, as most Veterans have not asked for help.
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Ketamine-Assisted Therapists
What is Ketamine-Assisted Therapy?
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is a treatment method that involves using ketamine’s trance-inducing and pain-relieving properties to help individuals work through various mental and emotional challenges.
Why is Ketamine used for depression?
Ketamine is employed to treat depression, particularly when other treatments have failed, due to its unique, rapid-acting relief of depressive symptoms and its ability to enhance neural plasticity. Unlike conventional antidepressants, which may take weeks to be effective, ketamine can alleviate symptoms within hours, making it especially valuable for severe or suicidal depression. It acts by blocking NMDA receptors, subsequently promoting the release of neurotrophic factors like BDNF, which aid in the formation of new synaptic connections, fostering neural resilience and reducing depressive symptoms. The psychotropic and dissociative effects of ketamine also provide a therapeutic window for patients to explore and reframe distressing thoughts and emotions under guided supervision, potentially resolving underlying psychological contributors to depression. While its use can be transformative, it necessitates cautious administration in controlled settings due to potential side effects and abuse risks.
How is Ketamine used in Psychotherapy
Ketamine can be utilized in therapy to facilitate psychological healing and transformation, particularly in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. When administered in controlled, subanesthetic doses, it induces altered states of consciousness, allowing individuals to access and explore suppressed or unconscious thoughts, emotions, and memories. This dissociative state creates a therapeutic window where patients, guided by a trained psychotherapist, can work through traumatic experiences, reframe negative thought patterns, and address the emotional roots of their mental health challenges. The synergistic combination of ketamine’s psychotropic effects and psychotherapeutic intervention aims to promote lasting change, enhance self-awareness, and improve overall mental well-being, providing a valuable option for those with treatment-resistant mental health conditions.
What happens in Ketamine therapy?
In ketamine psychotherapy, patients undergo a series of sessions where they receive controlled doses of ketamine, typically via injection or infusion, under the supervision of a trained healthcare provider. Ketamine induces a trance-like or altered state of consciousness, which enables patients to access and explore deep-seated thoughts, emotions, and memories that are typically unconscious or inaccessible. Throughout this altered state, a trained psychotherapist guides the patient to help them process their experiences, offering support and intervention to help the individual address and reframe traumatic memories or negative thought patterns. This combination of pharmacological and psychotherapeutic approaches aims to create lasting positive changes in mental health and well-being by resolving underlying psychological issues and enhancing the individual's coping mechanisms and resilience. The process can be particularly beneficial for individuals dealing with treatment-resistant mental health conditions like severe depression, anxiety, and PTSD.