Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
I work with all individuals and families ages 16 and older, with particular focus in three areas:
• Parenting: Supporting parents from the newborn years through young adulthood, helping families navigate parenting plans, complex family dynamics, and create greater peace in the home.
• Very Young Adults: Working directly with ages 16–30 as they transition from high school into college and early adulthood.
• Relationship Disturbances: Supporting individuals and couples navigating infidelity, sexless marriages, divorce, and the transition to parenthood, with extensive experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence.
I work with all individuals and families ages 16 and older, with particular focus in three areas:
• Parenting: Supporting parents from the newborn years through young adulthood, helping families navigate parenting plans, complex family dynamics, and create greater peace in the home.
• Very Young Adults: Working directly with ages 16–30 as they transition from high school into college and early adulthood.
• Relationship Disturbances: Supporting individuals and couples navigating infidelity, sexless marriages, divorce, and the transition to parenthood, with extensive experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence.
I am trained in EMDR and am currently receiving specialized training and supervision to become a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT) to help in my work with betrayed partners.
Life is a complex experience of pain and beauty and sometimes we need focused care to understand our experiences and heal from past wounds. I find it a privilege to walk alongside my clients through that process of discovery and healing. I counsel women struggling with depression and anxiety, wrestling with their personal and spiritual identities, longing to make sense of their past and heal from grief and trauma (physical, sexual, emotional, spiritual), and experiencing betrayal trauma by their significant other through infidelity or other sexual behaviors and addictions (including pornography).
I am trained in EMDR and am currently receiving specialized training and supervision to become a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT) to help in my work with betrayed partners.
Life is a complex experience of pain and beauty and sometimes we need focused care to understand our experiences and heal from past wounds. I find it a privilege to walk alongside my clients through that process of discovery and healing. I counsel women struggling with depression and anxiety, wrestling with their personal and spiritual identities, longing to make sense of their past and heal from grief and trauma (physical, sexual, emotional, spiritual), and experiencing betrayal trauma by their significant other through infidelity or other sexual behaviors and addictions (including pornography).
Cristina Marie Smugala
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
3 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.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship stress, or major life changes. Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You want practical tools, clarity, and real relief—not just someone to listen, but someone who can help you move forward. You're looking for therapy that is effective, supportive, and covered by insurance so care feels accessible and sustainable.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship stress, or major life changes. Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You want practical tools, clarity, and real relief—not just someone to listen, but someone who can help you move forward. You're looking for therapy that is effective, supportive, and covered by insurance so care feels accessible and sustainable.
I also provide licensure supervision to LMSW clinicians.
My goal is to make therapy less intimidating and create a space where you feel comfortable to use the time the way you need to. I am here to guide session and make sure we don't get too far off track, but there is room to explore whatever you need. That may look different every time you come in, and that's okay!
I also provide licensure supervision to LMSW clinicians.
My goal is to make therapy less intimidating and create a space where you feel comfortable to use the time the way you need to. I am here to guide session and make sure we don't get too far off track, but there is room to explore whatever you need. That may look different every time you come in, and that's okay!
The journey to wellness starts with the choice to hope that there is the possibility for tomorrow to be a better day. Our mission is to assist others in finding hope on their journey to wellness by providing practical solution focused options, including therapy, psychological assessment, life coaching, education, information, professional development trainings and more.
The journey to wellness starts with the choice to hope that there is the possibility for tomorrow to be a better day. Our mission is to assist others in finding hope on their journey to wellness by providing practical solution focused options, including therapy, psychological assessment, life coaching, education, information, professional development trainings and more.
Over half of my work is with couples, as well as men struggling with anger. Along with our staff of counselors, through training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), I see and hear needs and feelings long hidden for fear of being hurt again. I can help see when marital conflict itself offers evidence that partners still desire and need each other and when they do not. I know how difficult a process forgiveness and then trust building really are. Slowly, when even one is ready to love again, I equip both to express their hearts with a gentle strength, and to hear each other with compassion.
Over half of my work is with couples, as well as men struggling with anger. Along with our staff of counselors, through training in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), I see and hear needs and feelings long hidden for fear of being hurt again. I can help see when marital conflict itself offers evidence that partners still desire and need each other and when they do not. I know how difficult a process forgiveness and then trust building really are. Slowly, when even one is ready to love again, I equip both to express their hearts with a gentle strength, and to hear each other with compassion.
I offer supervision for PLPCs.
I believe my clients deserve to be understood, valued, and given the opportunity to gain the tools for a more fulfilling life. When working as a team, we use our strengths to achieve the best outcome. I believe clients are the professionals on themselves and I offer the professional knowledge and therapeutic tools. Together we can identify the misaligned areas and find solutions for success and relief. My goal is to help my clients not feel alone with their struggles and to feel competent to deal with whatever life throws their way.
I offer supervision for PLPCs.
I believe my clients deserve to be understood, valued, and given the opportunity to gain the tools for a more fulfilling life. When working as a team, we use our strengths to achieve the best outcome. I believe clients are the professionals on themselves and I offer the professional knowledge and therapeutic tools. Together we can identify the misaligned areas and find solutions for success and relief. My goal is to help my clients not feel alone with their struggles and to feel competent to deal with whatever life throws their way.
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.
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.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and an Art Therapist. I have more than 25 years of experience assisting adults, adolescents and children to improve their mental health. Its important to me to provide effective individualized care specific to each client. I can offer traditional talk therapy with as well as art therapy. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, relationships and many other challenges, I will work with you to identify your goals, build on your strengths and promote positive change where desired.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and an Art Therapist. I have more than 25 years of experience assisting adults, adolescents and children to improve their mental health. Its important to me to provide effective individualized care specific to each client. I can offer traditional talk therapy with as well as art therapy. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, relationships and many other challenges, I will work with you to identify your goals, build on your strengths and promote positive change where desired.
My goal is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore and address concerns related to problematic sexual behavior, relationships skills, and sexual well-being. Whether you're facing challenges with desire, communication, or sexual functioning, I’m here to help you navigate these sensitive areas with compassion and evidence-based strategies. Together, we’ll work towards enhancing your understanding of your sexual wellness and building a more fulfilling, confident connection with yourself and your relationships.
My goal is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can explore and address concerns related to problematic sexual behavior, relationships skills, and sexual well-being. Whether you're facing challenges with desire, communication, or sexual functioning, I’m here to help you navigate these sensitive areas with compassion and evidence-based strategies. Together, we’ll work towards enhancing your understanding of your sexual wellness and building a more fulfilling, confident connection with yourself and your relationships.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by life’s transitions, struggles to find balance between work and personal life, or deals with anxiety. They are ready to explore their inner world, overcome obstacles, and discover strength within themselves. Whether navigating a major life change or feeling stuck, they seek clarity, peace, and fulfillment.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by life’s transitions, struggles to find balance between work and personal life, or deals with anxiety. They are ready to explore their inner world, overcome obstacles, and discover strength within themselves. Whether navigating a major life change or feeling stuck, they seek clarity, peace, and fulfillment.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist and Certified School Counselor. I work with children and families using a child-centered, collaborative approach that honors each child’s unique strengths, voice, and pace. My role is to create a safe, supportive space where children feel understood and empowered, and where parents and caregivers feel included and respected as part of the process. My focus is on insights and strategies that support emotional growth, resilience, and confidence both in and out of the counseling setting.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist and Certified School Counselor. I work with children and families using a child-centered, collaborative approach that honors each child’s unique strengths, voice, and pace. My role is to create a safe, supportive space where children feel understood and empowered, and where parents and caregivers feel included and respected as part of the process. My focus is on insights and strategies that support emotional growth, resilience, and confidence both in and out of the counseling setting.
At Ember Mental Wellness, we are dedicated to nurturing healing, connection, and resilience for our clients—helping them reclaim their valuable voice in this world. We offer compassionate, inclusive, and evidence-based mental health care that honors the unique journeys of every individual and family we serve. Through accessible therapy, collaborative support, and a steadfast commitment to emotional well-being, we strive to create a safe and welcoming space where all people can grow, thrive, and feel they truly belong. We take most major insurance, MO Medicaid, and self-pay clients.
At Ember Mental Wellness, we are dedicated to nurturing healing, connection, and resilience for our clients—helping them reclaim their valuable voice in this world. We offer compassionate, inclusive, and evidence-based mental health care that honors the unique journeys of every individual and family we serve. Through accessible therapy, collaborative support, and a steadfast commitment to emotional well-being, we strive to create a safe and welcoming space where all people can grow, thrive, and feel they truly belong. We take most major insurance, MO Medicaid, and self-pay clients.
I believe in holistic healing, using a dynamic and creative approach to psychotherapy, to help patients live presently and authentically. How you see is what you see. I believe every human is capable of change and the most effective way to start the process is to work together through curiosity, openness, and acceptance; collaborating to identify therapeutic treatment goals and to walk together in the treatment journey.
I believe in holistic healing, using a dynamic and creative approach to psychotherapy, to help patients live presently and authentically. How you see is what you see. I believe every human is capable of change and the most effective way to start the process is to work together through curiosity, openness, and acceptance; collaborating to identify therapeutic treatment goals and to walk together in the treatment journey.
I offer licensure supervision in MO and CA as well.
If you’re ready for more than just coping—you want to feel whole, connected, and at peace in your body- I'm here for you. You may feel stuck in old patterns and be carrying the weight of trauma, depression, anxiety, or an eating disorder. If you’re looking for a deeper, more integrative path that honors both your story and your nervous system you may benefit from body-based approaches in therapy to help you reach your goals. I will work alongside you to support you in to feel safe, empowered, and alive—not just surviving but living fully and truly nurturing yourself.
I offer licensure supervision in MO and CA as well.
If you’re ready for more than just coping—you want to feel whole, connected, and at peace in your body- I'm here for you. You may feel stuck in old patterns and be carrying the weight of trauma, depression, anxiety, or an eating disorder. If you’re looking for a deeper, more integrative path that honors both your story and your nervous system you may benefit from body-based approaches in therapy to help you reach your goals. I will work alongside you to support you in to feel safe, empowered, and alive—not just surviving but living fully and truly nurturing yourself.
Deciding to pursue therapy is a very personal decision. It is essential to find a therapist you trust and resonate with. I believe feeling comfortable with a therapist is equally as important as any specific issue they treat. As such, I work with a wide range of people on concerns including family stressors, identity issues, and abuse and trauma when it feels like my approach and our working relationship would be beneficial. Depending on client preferences and needs, therapy may be more open and exploratory using psychodynamic and interpersonal frameworks, or more solution-focused utilizing CBT and DBT skills.
Deciding to pursue therapy is a very personal decision. It is essential to find a therapist you trust and resonate with. I believe feeling comfortable with a therapist is equally as important as any specific issue they treat. As such, I work with a wide range of people on concerns including family stressors, identity issues, and abuse and trauma when it feels like my approach and our working relationship would be beneficial. Depending on client preferences and needs, therapy may be more open and exploratory using psychodynamic and interpersonal frameworks, or more solution-focused utilizing CBT and DBT skills.
St. Louis Play Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Saint Louis, MO 63123
Waitlist for new clients
Do you have a child or teen who is struggling with things such as anxiety, depression, anger? Do you have a young child who has tantrums and difficulty listening at home and school? Are you a parent who needs help managing your child's behaviors?
Do you have a child or teen who is struggling with things such as anxiety, depression, anger? Do you have a young child who has tantrums and difficulty listening at home and school? Are you a parent who needs help managing your child's behaviors?
Hello there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience ready to offer therapeutic space to address the current challenges you may be experiencing in this season of your life. I empower clients who experience symptoms of ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Life transitions, Grief/Loss or a desire for clarity related to Career Advancement. I utilize multiple therapy modalities such as CBT, SFBT, and psychodynamic theory to assist clients in gaining self-awareness, empowerment and strategic skills. I have specific experience in behavior modification, professional development coaching, and grief processing.
Hello there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience ready to offer therapeutic space to address the current challenges you may be experiencing in this season of your life. I empower clients who experience symptoms of ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Life transitions, Grief/Loss or a desire for clarity related to Career Advancement. I utilize multiple therapy modalities such as CBT, SFBT, and psychodynamic theory to assist clients in gaining self-awareness, empowerment and strategic skills. I have specific experience in behavior modification, professional development coaching, and grief processing.
MO & IL - May Intakes open now! - You know how to juggle a million things. You’re constantly on the go and doing everything for everyone. There’s no time to stop and not a minute to spare. Sometimes you get in a flow and think, “I’ve got this!” But when you hit a bump in the road - your strong exterior comes crashing down. Suddenly everything is a disaster and nothing is working. You hate this. You don’t know why you feel this way - nothing is seriously “wrong” or “bad” in your life. You are wondering, “Why does it seem like everyone else has it figured out?” The harder that you work to get things together - the worse you feel.
MO & IL - May Intakes open now! - You know how to juggle a million things. You’re constantly on the go and doing everything for everyone. There’s no time to stop and not a minute to spare. Sometimes you get in a flow and think, “I’ve got this!” But when you hit a bump in the road - your strong exterior comes crashing down. Suddenly everything is a disaster and nothing is working. You hate this. You don’t know why you feel this way - nothing is seriously “wrong” or “bad” in your life. You are wondering, “Why does it seem like everyone else has it figured out?” The harder that you work to get things together - the worse you feel.
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Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors Therapists
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