Marriage Counseling Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
Dr. Vivian Sierra - Family Estrangement
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63132
I bring 25 + years of experience as a marriage and family therapist to my clients Family estrangement affects nearly 30% of families, myself included.
Because of my personal experience with family estrangement, I understand the issues and emotional toll it takes. Beyond my experience as a family therapist, this problem requires specialized knowledge and training. My services focus exclusively on families experiencing estrangement.
I bring 25 + years of experience as a marriage and family therapist to my clients Family estrangement affects nearly 30% of families, myself included.
Because of my personal experience with family estrangement, I understand the issues and emotional toll it takes. Beyond my experience as a family therapist, this problem requires specialized knowledge and training. My services focus exclusively on families experiencing estrangement.
Brian Sheble
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCSP, LCPC, CFMHE, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I perform evals for Special Education, Child Custody, Disability Claims Evals, Marriage/Couples, Substance Abuse/Use, and Forensic purposes.
I am an expert in the assessment, evaluation, and treatment of learning and behavioral issues in children, teens, and adults. Moreover, I have significant experience with working with adults/teens/children in behavioral and clinical settings. I also help my clients using dynamic/active methods of therapy to help them achieve personal goals.
I perform evals for Special Education, Child Custody, Disability Claims Evals, Marriage/Couples, Substance Abuse/Use, and Forensic purposes.
I am an expert in the assessment, evaluation, and treatment of learning and behavioral issues in children, teens, and adults. Moreover, I have significant experience with working with adults/teens/children in behavioral and clinical settings. I also help my clients using dynamic/active methods of therapy to help them achieve personal goals.
Sara Isbell - Sandhill Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, S-MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63128
in Marriage and Family Therapy at Saint Louis University; and undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Together we will cultivate understanding from complicated situations. Mapping out and making connections between all the pieces in your life to see the bigger picture more clearly. Through a systemic approach, we will work together within the intersection of your mind, brain, and behaviors towards lasting, meaningful change.
in Marriage and Family Therapy at Saint Louis University; and undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Together we will cultivate understanding from complicated situations. Mapping out and making connections between all the pieces in your life to see the bigger picture more clearly. Through a systemic approach, we will work together within the intersection of your mind, brain, and behaviors towards lasting, meaningful change.
Jeanne Oberdan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63141
As a licensed marital, & family therapist I meet with clients of all ages to work on a variety of issues.
As a marriage and family therapist, I address a variety of issues approaching them from a systems perspective. Sometimes our work will be to identify underlying issues that lead to panic attacks and other physical expressions of stress and emotional strain. Please check Jeanne Oberdan's profile to see all the conditions she treats.
As a licensed marital, & family therapist I meet with clients of all ages to work on a variety of issues.
As a marriage and family therapist, I address a variety of issues approaching them from a systems perspective. Sometimes our work will be to identify underlying issues that lead to panic attacks and other physical expressions of stress and emotional strain. Please check Jeanne Oberdan's profile to see all the conditions she treats.
Sam Buettner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SRT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63132
Waitlist for new clients
I also offer pre- marital counseling.
Today our lives are full of challenges and obstacles that can feel difficult to overcome. Are you feeling stuck and unsure which direction to turn? Entering counseling can feel scary but it is also a courageous step in the right direction. As your counselor, I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space to process what is preventing you from moving forward in life. My goal is to help you make the most of your life and find a sense of purpose and peace.
I also offer pre- marital counseling.
Today our lives are full of challenges and obstacles that can feel difficult to overcome. Are you feeling stuck and unsure which direction to turn? Entering counseling can feel scary but it is also a courageous step in the right direction. As your counselor, I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space to process what is preventing you from moving forward in life. My goal is to help you make the most of your life and find a sense of purpose and peace.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in MO, IL & WA, certified Trauma Care specialist, EMDR certified, former President of the St.
Using evidence-based techniques, I will help you look for patterns in your thinking or actions that may be causing problems, often rooted in trauma. I will help you establish healthier relationships, develop better coping skills, set boundaries and aid your ability to connect to your body & emotions while learning to regulate them effectively. Using a warm, genuine and goal-focused approach, you can be assured that whatever issue you have come to therapy to address, I will work to gently, but firmly encourage you to help resolve it. I emphasize praise and rewards for achievements, relying on your strengths as motivators for change.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in MO, IL & WA, certified Trauma Care specialist, EMDR certified, former President of the St.
Using evidence-based techniques, I will help you look for patterns in your thinking or actions that may be causing problems, often rooted in trauma. I will help you establish healthier relationships, develop better coping skills, set boundaries and aid your ability to connect to your body & emotions while learning to regulate them effectively. Using a warm, genuine and goal-focused approach, you can be assured that whatever issue you have come to therapy to address, I will work to gently, but firmly encourage you to help resolve it. I emphasize praise and rewards for achievements, relying on your strengths as motivators for change.
Healing Exchange LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63108
We have specialized training in treating trauma through EMDR, IFS, Expressive Arts, and Somatic Experiencing, marriage and relationship therapy through Gottman, Prepare/Enrich, and EFT, and sex therapy/sex education.
Are you ready to set healthy boundaries in your relationships? Have you been wanting to explore your sexuality but didn't know where to start? Is your non-monogamous relationship experiencing friction? Maybe you are the survivor, strong friend, and problem solver who appears to have it all together. Yet on the inside you feel overwhelmed while also wondering, "Is this worth going to therapy for?" If your boundaries leave you questioning yourself, if you want to explore your sexuality, or if you and your partner(s) want support, it's worth going to therapy for. Our relationship, sexuality, and trauma experts are here for you.
We have specialized training in treating trauma through EMDR, IFS, Expressive Arts, and Somatic Experiencing, marriage and relationship therapy through Gottman, Prepare/Enrich, and EFT, and sex therapy/sex education.
Are you ready to set healthy boundaries in your relationships? Have you been wanting to explore your sexuality but didn't know where to start? Is your non-monogamous relationship experiencing friction? Maybe you are the survivor, strong friend, and problem solver who appears to have it all together. Yet on the inside you feel overwhelmed while also wondering, "Is this worth going to therapy for?" If your boundaries leave you questioning yourself, if you want to explore your sexuality, or if you and your partner(s) want support, it's worth going to therapy for. Our relationship, sexuality, and trauma experts are here for you.
I see my role as one who can help clarify and encourage strategies to strengthen one's ability to navigate through stresses and pain. Together, we can develop plans to deal with challenging issues and life transitions in marriage, family, and professional or work situations. My career and life experiences have provided me with unique real world insights into the issues facing men and women today. I understand people who are coping with the difficult balancing of inter-personal relationships, family relationships, and work-related issues including, with increasing frequency, the stress, anxiety and uncertainty created by job loss or career transition.
I see my role as one who can help clarify and encourage strategies to strengthen one's ability to navigate through stresses and pain. Together, we can develop plans to deal with challenging issues and life transitions in marriage, family, and professional or work situations. My career and life experiences have provided me with unique real world insights into the issues facing men and women today. I understand people who are coping with the difficult balancing of inter-personal relationships, family relationships, and work-related issues including, with increasing frequency, the stress, anxiety and uncertainty created by job loss or career transition.
Hello, I'm Cindy, and I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges.
I have a special place in my heart for military families, understanding the unique sacrifices and dedication required to make a military family work. My extensive life experience, including a previous career, allows me to bring warmth and wisdom to my practice. I understand the struggles you may be experiencing and am here to support you through them.
Hello, I'm Cindy, and I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges.
I have a special place in my heart for military families, understanding the unique sacrifices and dedication required to make a military family work. My extensive life experience, including a previous career, allows me to bring warmth and wisdom to my practice. I understand the struggles you may be experiencing and am here to support you through them.
I primarily work with young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, career issues, relationship and marriage problems, and other life challenges.
My approach is to develop a relaxed, non-threatening, and non-clinical professional relationship with my clients. I recognize that the first step to a better life is often the most difficult. I enjoy helping my clients with that first step and the path that follows.
I primarily work with young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, career issues, relationship and marriage problems, and other life challenges.
My approach is to develop a relaxed, non-threatening, and non-clinical professional relationship with my clients. I recognize that the first step to a better life is often the most difficult. I enjoy helping my clients with that first step and the path that follows.
My areas of specialty are: Trauma, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Health Coaching, Nutrition Counseling, Geriatric Counseling, Marriage & Family Counseling.
I mainly have a person-centered approach to therapy, and I also lean towards using narrative therapy as well as existential theoretical approaches. I am dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental health and wellness. I use a holistic approach to guide my clients to more balanced living.
My areas of specialty are: Trauma, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Health Coaching, Nutrition Counseling, Geriatric Counseling, Marriage & Family Counseling.
I mainly have a person-centered approach to therapy, and I also lean towards using narrative therapy as well as existential theoretical approaches. I am dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental health and wellness. I use a holistic approach to guide my clients to more balanced living.
Meet Our Marriage Counseling Therapists
With experience in helping people with anxiety, depression, marital/couples issues, parenting skills, trauma, and more.
Chris is able to draw upon a large skill-set to help his clients overcome whatever issues they may be experiencing.
With experience in helping people with anxiety, depression, marital/couples issues, parenting skills, trauma, and more.
Chris is able to draw upon a large skill-set to help his clients overcome whatever issues they may be experiencing.
Marriage is hard.
Intimacy requires the capacity to bring two separate beings into oneness… a challenging dance of both individuation and connection. To do that, we must both learn to take responsibility for ourselves and develop healthy boundaries that allow us to see, know, and enjoy our partners rather than attempting to save, fix, or control them.
Marriage is hard.
Intimacy requires the capacity to bring two separate beings into oneness… a challenging dance of both individuation and connection. To do that, we must both learn to take responsibility for ourselves and develop healthy boundaries that allow us to see, know, and enjoy our partners rather than attempting to save, fix, or control them.
I have a lot of experience with relationships, marital, pre- marital and couples counseling.
I'm Andy. I'm a Professional Counselor licensed in Missouri and I've been in the Mental Health field for nearly 30 years. I've had a wide variety of experiences helping people of all ages, problems, genders and religions. To me, each person is an individual with concerns that are unique to them. My focus is always on you and what is of concern to you. My approach is very open, warm, caring and supportive.
I have a lot of experience with relationships, marital, pre- marital and couples counseling.
I'm Andy. I'm a Professional Counselor licensed in Missouri and I've been in the Mental Health field for nearly 30 years. I've had a wide variety of experiences helping people of all ages, problems, genders and religions. To me, each person is an individual with concerns that are unique to them. My focus is always on you and what is of concern to you. My approach is very open, warm, caring and supportive.
I primarily work with young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, career issues, relationship and marriage problems, and other life challenges.
My approach is to develop a relaxed, non-threatening, and non-clinical professional relationship with my clients. I recognize that the first step to a better life is often the most difficult. I enjoy helping my clients with that first step and the path that follows.
I primarily work with young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, career issues, relationship and marriage problems, and other life challenges.
My approach is to develop a relaxed, non-threatening, and non-clinical professional relationship with my clients. I recognize that the first step to a better life is often the most difficult. I enjoy helping my clients with that first step and the path that follows.
Ellen Marting Jayaprabhu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63141
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
I take a collaborative approach with my clients to help with relief of the emotional pain that brought them to therapy, as well as, to gain a deeper understanding into the roots of their problems.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
I take a collaborative approach with my clients to help with relief of the emotional pain that brought them to therapy, as well as, to gain a deeper understanding into the roots of their problems.
Holly Strelow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63105
Some of these include: mental health, faith journey, marital issues, special needs children, caring for parents, terminal illness, grief, career transitions, sexuality, identity crisis.
About a decade ago I attended a conference at the Omega Institute and was reawakened to the immense suffering in the world and I realized there was no more time to waste. I needed to change careers in order to be of service. All of my life I wanted to be a healer and pursued a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health. My approach is mindful, practical, respectful and always hopeful. I believe each of us holds the key to our own healing within our highest sense of Self. My role is to help support that discovery process through thoughtful exploration, creativity and a little humor.
Some of these include: mental health, faith journey, marital issues, special needs children, caring for parents, terminal illness, grief, career transitions, sexuality, identity crisis.
About a decade ago I attended a conference at the Omega Institute and was reawakened to the immense suffering in the world and I realized there was no more time to waste. I needed to change careers in order to be of service. All of my life I wanted to be a healer and pursued a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health. My approach is mindful, practical, respectful and always hopeful. I believe each of us holds the key to our own healing within our highest sense of Self. My role is to help support that discovery process through thoughtful exploration, creativity and a little humor.
Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy St Louis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63143
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/ marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/ marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Tracy M Schamburg
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63141
I have a book series on Amazon: The Common Sense Guide to Repairing Your Marriage; The Common Sense Guide to Landing on Your Feet; The Common Sense Guide to the 12 Days of Christmas.
I offer my perspective with an outsider point of view. I am, figuratively speaking, the person on the other side of the room as you hang a picture. My point of view is much different than the one that can only see arms distance away from the wall.
I have a book series on Amazon: The Common Sense Guide to Repairing Your Marriage; The Common Sense Guide to Landing on Your Feet; The Common Sense Guide to the 12 Days of Christmas.
I offer my perspective with an outsider point of view. I am, figuratively speaking, the person on the other side of the room as you hang a picture. My point of view is much different than the one that can only see arms distance away from the wall.
Mary Beth Harper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Mary Beth has over 30 years' experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist.
Confidential in-person or virtual appointments offered. Mary Beth has a genuine personable approach focused on assessing individual and family history as influences on current functioning. Goals of therapy focus on fostering client strengths, growth and raising awareness of how to heal and become healthy.
Mary Beth has over 30 years' experience as a Marriage and Family Therapist.
Confidential in-person or virtual appointments offered. Mary Beth has a genuine personable approach focused on assessing individual and family history as influences on current functioning. Goals of therapy focus on fostering client strengths, growth and raising awareness of how to heal and become healthy.
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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.