Anxiety Therapists in Saint Peters, MO

Finding a therapist that makes you feel seen and connected can be an overwhelming task, especially when you've carried your pain alone for so long. When trauma occurs it and overwhelms our ability to cope, it can often intrude in the present moment long after the threat has passed. I am a trauma therapist and understand how the impacts of trauma can bring a human into significant internal and relational conflict. Whether your lived experiences have led you to struggling with depression, anxiety , intense emotion dysregulation, or substance use; I am here to carry it with you.

I know why you’re here. You constantly feel on edge and overthink everything. You have anxiety about having anxiety (yes, that’s a thing). Your schedule is booked. You’re a student, young professional, or mom just trying to keep it all together (along with your sanity). Self-care who? You ended your relationship, ate an entire pint of ice cream, and ugly cried. It sucked. Now you're trying to recover what's left of your self-esteem. You’re going through a quarter life crisis. You’re questioning your life plans and trying to figure out how to be a "real adult" whatever that means.

Currently accepting new clients! I work with individual adults, couples, and families. Over the last 15 years, I have had the opportunity to work with people dealing with a variety of struggles including: anxiety , trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, stress management, women's issues, parenting education, spiritual matters, relationship/communication struggles, etc. I work hard to walk through these issues alongside my clients and provide the support they need. While I can’t fix their struggles, I can listen to them and help point them in the right direction with a challenge of a new perspective and hope for their future.

Welcome! You may be here because you feel "off", like you're just not yourself anymore. Maybe something has changed, and it doesn't feel good. Or, maybe you've been mandated to get counseling by your employer or felt pressure from family and friends to seek help. Whatever your reason, if you're looking to meet personal goals to enhance your life and cope in a healthy way with the stuff that is less than pleasant, I can help. I have several years of experience in treating anxiety , depression, grief/bereavement, trauma, vicarious/secondary trauma, personality and autism disorders, among others, both face-to-face and via telehealth.

Insecurities, traumas, relationship drama, emotional distress--sometimes we get stuck in life's junk and struggle to move beyond it, causing undue pain and suffering. If this has happened to you, you have the power to take back your peace of mind. Let me help you with that. I have a passion to help others work through life's difficulties to cultivate something better for each one. I specialize in working with teenagers and young adults, but I love working with people of all ages.

Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Everyday we face challenges in our lives like feeling lost, alone, anxious or depressed. It can be difficult to know if emotions and feelings are valid, but I want you to know your feelings are valid. You are important! It's helpful to have someone to talk to who listens to you about your feelings and emotions. I'm listening.

Life can be hard. Often times, mental health or life circumstances can get in the way of us living the life we thought we would. My goal is to provide an atmosphere where there is no judgement and to walk alongside you as you navigate through life stressors. People come to therapy for all different reasons and I have helped clients address concerns such as anxiety , depression, self-injury, grief, loss, and temporary transition. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Whether you are coming to therapy to work on a specific goal or you’re not quite sure why you’re here, I want to help.

Finding the right therapist can seem incredibly overwhelming in your journey to begin counseling. I am a non-judgmental professional willing to not only assist you in your journey to better mental health and creating positive change in your life, but also make it a fun and enjoyable experience.

Depression and anxiety are growing with our changing world. Plans have changed. Life goals have shifted. Uncertainty can suffocate us and lead us spiraling down a path of panic and sorrow. It doesn't have to be that way. Even when the road ahead is not clear, we can shift our thinking and find ways to calm our minds. Options are more plentiful than you may think. Together, we can explore your options and look for new pathways and new ideas for a more pleasing future and fresh start.

Depression, anxiety , anger, relationship struggles, and trauma effects everyone sometime in his/her life. It is important to have coping skills to battle these issues. I am passionate about seeing people not only enjoy life, but thrive to their fullest potential.

Anyone who walks through my door is showing strength and courage in stepping outside of their comfort zone. If you are one of them, I will encourage you to build up your "tool box" of helpful information and reflections to keep for life.

I specialize in couples, working with those experiencing conflict, conflict-avoidance, infidelity/trust issues, communication problems, parenting/co-parenting struggles, and or when one or both partners experience depression, anxiety , or trauma. Relationships are the most important things in our lives, and when we get disconnected, everything in life can feel so much harder. I also see individuals who are struggling with self-worth issues, excessive worry, and past history of trauma. Therapy can do a world of good, especially when life has been painful. I am dedicated to the therapy process, and help clients find hope and relief.

If Covid -19 is affecting you, please call to discuss options. I believe that every client should receive a non-biased and non-judgmental place when looking for treatment. Life throws us situations in which we must adapt, change our ways, or avoid. A change can be challenging. More importantly, being stuck is sometimes harmful. I am here to help you face these difficult situations. I work through an integrative healing process, providing unconditional acceptance and compassion for every individual. Your healthiness is my happiness. I love what I do!

Does something have you down? Perhaps you feel like you’ve been knocked sideways, or maybe things just don’t feel right. Life and its many changes can leave us uncertain about what to do next, that’s where counseling can step in. Let me help provide you with tools to overcome the challenges and obstacles in your life. You deserve to be loved and supported, and together, we will uncover new pathways to a life of happiness.

Joan Rabushka LMSW earned her Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Lindenwood University and her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California in 2017. Joan specializes in eating disorders. Joan's practice focuses on treating clinical issues including: eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety , depression. Joan works with individuals and groups. She leads the Eating Disorder Outpatient group. Joan draws from many different treatment approaches. Joan believes in meeting clients where they are at, and by using a strengths-based approach, this allows the client to gain empowerment and self-determination.

There are times when all of us need to talk. We really need another person to just truly listen and hear what we have to share. I am so glad that you are taking that first step in researching therapists, and I’d like to assist you in your journey of life. My name is Holly Jacobs and, I am a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri operating under the Supervision of Dr. Brenda Bryant. My areas of emphasis include, individual, couples, adolescent and teens counseling, and I believe in an integrated, person-centered approach to counseling, delivered in a safe and judgment-free environment.

Are you experiencing symptoms of irritability, anxiety and/or depression? Feeling like you are not yourself and hoping to find your way back to feeling better? Its my passion to help people work towards finding and addressing what has caused them to experience these uncomfortable symptoms and work towards feeling like themselves again! I use many cutting edge evidenced based approaches to address these symptoms including CPT, EMDR, and CBT. Each course of treatment is individualized to the special needs for your treatment.

I view counseling as a personal journey for each client and I understand that each client has a unique need to be heard and understood. I realize that some individuals can be avoidant of counseling because of a perceived misunderstanding about how counseling works. I work to remove those fears and doubts so each client can experience healing and growth in a compassionate atmosphere without judgement or criticism. I invite anyone who is interested or in need of counseling to visit me at my new office location in West Port and start their journey to wellness today.

Does life just suck right now? If just one of your problems went away what would that feel like? Would it feel like you could breathe again, maybe all of your anxiety or sadness is gone, or perhaps you are FINALLY getting the help you need from your loved ones. Trying to figure all of this out by yourself can be overwhelming, throw a life event in there such as relationship issues, divorce, or a change in employment, and you can lose your sense of self. I won't let that happen.