Child Therapists in Wentzville, MO

****Currently accepting new clients***** Welcome! Everyone wants to be seen, heard and truly understood and my speciality is Child Centered Play Therapy where I will see, hear and strive to understand your child . Through play, children better understand their thoughts, actions and feelings. Play therapy supports not only the child but the parents as well. I will be able to provide insights into themes discovered through the child 's play and provide encouragement with difficult issues involving parenting.

I provide counseling services for families and individuals of all ages, from very young children to teens and adults. I have experience helping children , adolescents, adults and families cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, grief, and social challenges.

Life..... It’s hard!! I work with adults, children , and couples. I offer a non-threatening environment in which we will build a relationship grounded in trust. I provide CBT, solution focused therapy, and a person centered approach that allows you to feel comfortable and discover the things you may not know you need, through compassionate conversation and goal centered HARD work we will collaboratively FIGURE IT OUT! I also offer EMDR. Call Family Life Counseling and schedule your appointment with me today! I cant wait to meet you! 636-300-9333. MO LIC #2016035164 https://www.family-life-counseling.com/hom

Being a mom is agonizing when your child ’s struggling. You’ve done your best and don’t know what else to do. Love mixes with pain and it feels like your heart is breaking. Sometimes kids get clinging, tearful and whiny. Sometimes they get rude and disrespectful. Sometimes they meltdown because they can’t hold it together. Sometimes they’re anxious and sometimes they’re depressed. Whatever you’re facing, it’s hard. I remember. I’m a mom. I got the looks, the unkind remarks in the grocery store. It hurt. There were times when I lost my temper and felt the mom guilt. And I discovered a way to alter the course of our story for good.

I specialize in working with young children and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and other challenges. My focus also includes counseling with prenatal/postpartum clients working through the challenges of becoming a new mother, including anxiety and depression. I am passionate about working with mothers who may be experiencing burnout or other challenges that come with the demands of motherhood. This includes helping to empower women to reach their fullest potential.

Hello! I am currently a provisonally licensed counselor (PLPC), under the direct supervision of Julia Dooly, MA, RPT LPC. I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a minor in Child and Family Studies, from Northwest Missouri State University, and have obtained my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Missouri Baptist University. I currently work as a Foster Care Supervisor at Great Circle, as well, working with youth in the foster care system who have experienced trauma. I have several years experience working with youth who have elevated mental and behavioral health needs (ages 5-20).

Wouldn't it be nice if children and teens came with an instruction manual? Raising children can bring a roller coaster of emotions and challenges but you're not alone! As a therapist and mother myself, I recognize the impact that children and teens behavioral and mental health concerns can have on them and their families. Behavior communicates their feelings, thoughts and needs. When it becomes challenging and maladaptive it's important to connect with them and uncover what they are trying to express. I believe that you are the expert on your family and your participation and support is an integral part in the treatment process.

I believe children have an innate ability to grow in a positive direction. The child -therapist relationship is the element that encourages healing, where the child feels safe, supported, and is able to make those changes that lead to growth through exploring self (experiences, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors). When we meet a child 's need, rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom. I focus on possibilities, strengths, and value differences through direct and indirect practices.

"I believe that change often involves new ways of thinking, understanding and constructively dealing with emotions, taking new actions, learning new patterns of relating and developing a hopeful attitude. I also believe in using a collaborative process directed toward working through a problem in effort to enhance one's ability to achieve enjoyment and satisfaction in life".

It's a brave and admirable step you are taking to seek support through counseling. Hopefully your search for the ideal provider today can put you on the path to healing! I have over 20 years of experience assisting children , adolescents and adults overcome barriers to their happiness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor who also received a Certification in School Counseling, I excel in understanding ways that mental health and temporary life struggles can impact a person. I assist in navigating and eliminating the ripple effect they cause in the home, school and community.

If you are tired of feeling stuck, frustrated, overwhelmed, anxious or just unsure of where your emotions are, therapy can help! Ruminating, negative and intrusive thoughts can control our lives and make us feel helpless. Therapy can help with recognizing these thoughts and emotions and what they mean to you. "Knowing yourself" is the goal in treatment, so you can understand the feelings and reactions to improve your self-esteem, coping skills, and feelings of self-worth. I enjoy working with people of all ages, including children 8 and up to do all of this. Everyone can benefit from a therapeutic relationship. Let's do this.

We all go through difficult times and need some help navigating our way through. I am here to create an empathetic environment for you and your family to overcome challenges. I have experience working with children , teens, adults, couples, and families from many different backgrounds and cultures. I pull from a variety of techniques and theories to provide tools and consultation to help you and your family to make meaningful changes. I draw from a Cognitive Behavioral therapeutic technique, and use Enneagram personality assessments to guide in self-discovery.

My name is Linda Duree with Crossroads Counseling & Mediation LLC. I am passionate about assisting individuals and families in achieving a state of wellness. It is my goal to provide the comprehensive tools and techniques necessary for you to navigate your journey. I provide counseling services to individuals, couples and families. I have specialized training in conflict resolution to help you find a middle ground through mediation and parent coordination. I am registered as a Domestic Relations Dispute Resolution Neutral & Parent Coordinator with the Missouri Bar.

Over the last nine years, it has been my privilege to walk with people through difficult seasons of life. I have experience working with both women and youth struggling with a variety of life challenges including the battle with depression, low self-image, anxiety, addiction, the devastating consequences of abuse, the function of self-harm, the impact of family of origin issues, the emotional and relational consequences of divorce, and the strain of life transitions. I am incredibly grateful for the gift of walking with women and teens down the difficult path that leads to healing.