Chronic Illness Therapists in Wentzville, MO

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Casey Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385
I specialize in therapy for people with chronic illness, cancer, depression, life transitions, and anxiety.
Welcome! I have a positive psychology approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy and Art Therapy to support making progress in one's life and meeting personal goals. I treat the whole person and I am a Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider (CMHIMP) specializing in nutrition, circadian rhythm, detoxification, and relaxation techniques. I am also trained in Divorce Mediation. Divorce mediation is a process in which divorcing spouses negotiate an acceptable divorce agreement with the help of a neutral third party: the mediator.
I specialize in therapy for people with chronic illness, cancer, depression, life transitions, and anxiety.
Welcome! I have a positive psychology approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy and Art Therapy to support making progress in one's life and meeting personal goals. I treat the whole person and I am a Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider (CMHIMP) specializing in nutrition, circadian rhythm, detoxification, and relaxation techniques. I am also trained in Divorce Mediation. Divorce mediation is a process in which divorcing spouses negotiate an acceptable divorce agreement with the help of a neutral third party: the mediator.
(636) 275-0648 View (636) 275-0648
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Kimberly Elder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385  (Online Only)
Congratulations on making the decision to bring positive change into your life! I have experience working with a wide range of clinical issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, self-esteem, PTSD, first responder trauma, post-partum depression, family conflicts, pre-marital counseling, polyamorous relationships, domestic violence, multiple personality disorder (DID), Asperger’s Disorder, relationship issues, identity crisis, LGBT specific problems and concerns, grief and loss, as well as people struggling with bipolar disorder. I also have experience in paranormal psychology. All sessions are telehealth/online!
Congratulations on making the decision to bring positive change into your life! I have experience working with a wide range of clinical issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, self-esteem, PTSD, first responder trauma, post-partum depression, family conflicts, pre-marital counseling, polyamorous relationships, domestic violence, multiple personality disorder (DID), Asperger’s Disorder, relationship issues, identity crisis, LGBT specific problems and concerns, grief and loss, as well as people struggling with bipolar disorder. I also have experience in paranormal psychology. All sessions are telehealth/online!
(314) 925-2634 x720 View (314) 925-2634 x720
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Erin Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing in the mental health field for over 10 years. I offer a strengths-based approach to help my clients embrace the positive and overcome the negative. No matter how dark things can seem, there is always hope. I am here to help anyone struggling to overcome life's obstacles. I am trained in multiculturalism; and all of my interventions are provided in a culturally competent manner. While much of my experience involves helping marginalized groups, I gladly accept clients from all walks of life. Take a step towards a better life and schedule your free phone consultation today!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing in the mental health field for over 10 years. I offer a strengths-based approach to help my clients embrace the positive and overcome the negative. No matter how dark things can seem, there is always hope. I am here to help anyone struggling to overcome life's obstacles. I am trained in multiculturalism; and all of my interventions are provided in a culturally competent manner. While much of my experience involves helping marginalized groups, I gladly accept clients from all walks of life. Take a step towards a better life and schedule your free phone consultation today!
(636) 275-0683 View (636) 275-0683
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Jessica A. Morris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, STH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wentzville, MO 63385
Waitlist for new clients
If you are reading this, then I imagine you are going through a difficult time - past issues are not improving or current issues have become overwhelming. Or perhaps you're looking for some help to change direction in your life, or you would like to understand yourself better.
If you are reading this, then I imagine you are going through a difficult time - past issues are not improving or current issues have become overwhelming. Or perhaps you're looking for some help to change direction in your life, or you would like to understand yourself better.
(636) 337-3237 View (636) 337-3237
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Ashley Menke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Wentzville, MO 63385
Do you ever feel like you are reliving the same script but with a different cast? Often, we play out the same dynamics across relationships without noticing how the same conflicts and chaos show up time and time again. I enjoy working with clients to recognize these patterns and collaborate towards striking a balance between empathy and boundaries. As a counselor, I aim to be with you in that discomfort and offer guidance in the process of letting go.
Do you ever feel like you are reliving the same script but with a different cast? Often, we play out the same dynamics across relationships without noticing how the same conflicts and chaos show up time and time again. I enjoy working with clients to recognize these patterns and collaborate towards striking a balance between empathy and boundaries. As a counselor, I aim to be with you in that discomfort and offer guidance in the process of letting go.
(314) 626-8997 View (314) 626-8997
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Tyler Z. Tooley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, C-APT
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a waitlist for new clients. I specialize in working with individuals (of all ages) who are neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, OCD, gifted, etc.) and I often work with children and teens who are in foster care or are adopted. I offer individual and family/couple sessions, play therapy, and I often integrate technology, including video and computer games, iPads, and virtual reality (VR), into sessions. To learn more about Gaming Therapy, visit my website!
I currently have a waitlist for new clients. I specialize in working with individuals (of all ages) who are neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, OCD, gifted, etc.) and I often work with children and teens who are in foster care or are adopted. I offer individual and family/couple sessions, play therapy, and I often integrate technology, including video and computer games, iPads, and virtual reality (VR), into sessions. To learn more about Gaming Therapy, visit my website!
(636) 500-1966 View (636) 500-1966
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Julia C Rothermich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385
Are you tired of answering the question "What's wrong?" One of the hardest things in life is having words in your heart that you can't speak. Together, we can find your voice and explore whatever brings you to counseling in a collaborative, safe and supportive setting. Mental health is just as critical as your physical health and you don't need to suffer in silence. You deserve an emotional check-up.
Are you tired of answering the question "What's wrong?" One of the hardest things in life is having words in your heart that you can't speak. Together, we can find your voice and explore whatever brings you to counseling in a collaborative, safe and supportive setting. Mental health is just as critical as your physical health and you don't need to suffer in silence. You deserve an emotional check-up.
(636) 779-4040 View (636) 779-4040
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Sandhill Counseling & Consultation
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385
We are a diverse group of licensed professionals. We are compassionate, knowledgable and honored to work with individuals, couples, and families. We support our clients to discover their own personal grace and agility, their ability to express themselves with integrity and conviction and most importantly to restore their faith in themselves and in their relationships.
We are a diverse group of licensed professionals. We are compassionate, knowledgable and honored to work with individuals, couples, and families. We support our clients to discover their own personal grace and agility, their ability to express themselves with integrity and conviction and most importantly to restore their faith in themselves and in their relationships.
(636) 336-1364 View (636) 336-1364
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Amanda Reed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385
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.
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.
(636) 294-2694 View (636) 294-2694
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Melissa Stahl
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wentzville, MO 63385  (Online Only)
Are you Considering Counseling? Counseling is an emotionally safe environment where you can explore and examine areas of your life that keep you from finding peace and happiness. If you are experiencing anxiety or adjustment, recovering from past trauma, blending or dissolving families, dealing with problems related to relationships, adoption, or low self-esteem issues, we can explore these topics together. I provide a counseling environment that can help you find your voice, have greater fulfillment, and improve individual and family relationships.
Are you Considering Counseling? Counseling is an emotionally safe environment where you can explore and examine areas of your life that keep you from finding peace and happiness. If you are experiencing anxiety or adjustment, recovering from past trauma, blending or dissolving families, dealing with problems related to relationships, adoption, or low self-esteem issues, we can explore these topics together. I provide a counseling environment that can help you find your voice, have greater fulfillment, and improve individual and family relationships.
(636) 293-2361 View (636) 293-2361
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Midwest Institute for Addiction (dba SLBWC)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385
As a quality service focused St. Louis, Missouri addiction treatment center for alcohol and drug abuse and dependency, our focus is person-centered. At our St. Louis addiction treatment center we understand that service is part of care and maintain a culture of accessibility, responsiveness, compassion, and adaptability. The MIA difference involves going beyond best practices regarding medical, psychiatric, and behavioral care and providing a culture of quality service that our clients find invaluable. At MIA, your addiction treatment experience is one that promotes recovery and well-being without forgetting client satisfaction.
As a quality service focused St. Louis, Missouri addiction treatment center for alcohol and drug abuse and dependency, our focus is person-centered. At our St. Louis addiction treatment center we understand that service is part of care and maintain a culture of accessibility, responsiveness, compassion, and adaptability. The MIA difference involves going beyond best practices regarding medical, psychiatric, and behavioral care and providing a culture of quality service that our clients find invaluable. At MIA, your addiction treatment experience is one that promotes recovery and well-being without forgetting client satisfaction.
(314) 887-3841 View (314) 887-3841
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Paige Smart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wentzville, MO 63385  (Online Only)
(636) 202-0829 View (636) 202-0829
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Samantha Ranck
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Wentzville, MO 63385
(636) 782-3840 View (636) 782-3840

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Latonia Coates-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367
Other experiences include helping individuals address work related issues and overcoming barriers involving chronic illness, civilian adjustment from the military, and caregiver fatigue.
Embracing healing and wellness is key to maximizing your potential. Serving as a therapist and educator, I help clients understand the underlying factor(s) contributing to unresolved issues within their personal & professional lives. My goal is to provide a holistic approach to treatment by assessing the individual's environment as well as their mental, physical, and spiritual well being. The whelm of my practice has been demonstrated in both psychiatric and medical settings offering crisis intervention, intensive case management, and counseling to a diverse population.
Other experiences include helping individuals address work related issues and overcoming barriers involving chronic illness, civilian adjustment from the military, and caregiver fatigue.
Embracing healing and wellness is key to maximizing your potential. Serving as a therapist and educator, I help clients understand the underlying factor(s) contributing to unresolved issues within their personal & professional lives. My goal is to provide a holistic approach to treatment by assessing the individual's environment as well as their mental, physical, and spiritual well being. The whelm of my practice has been demonstrated in both psychiatric and medical settings offering crisis intervention, intensive case management, and counseling to a diverse population.
(636) 238-5944 View (636) 238-5944
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Kelly M. Wever
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
Waitlist for new clients
Is it hard to make it through the day? Feeling stuck? Anxiety, depression, illness, grief, and loss can impact every aspect of our lives - relationships, finances, goals, employment, our independence, and the list goes on and on. It can feel like everything is out of our control and our quality of life is not where we desire it to be. The undesired changes and losses we endure require new coping skills and new mindsets.
Is it hard to make it through the day? Feeling stuck? Anxiety, depression, illness, grief, and loss can impact every aspect of our lives - relationships, finances, goals, employment, our independence, and the list goes on and on. It can feel like everything is out of our control and our quality of life is not where we desire it to be. The undesired changes and losses we endure require new coping skills and new mindsets.
(636) 948-6618 View (636) 948-6618
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River A. Dowdy
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC, DvT2, PLPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
Are you seeking meaningful healing and ready to embark on a transformative journey? Whether you are navigating life with a dissociative system, feeling the weight of burnout as a nurse or healthcare worker, or grappling with conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Mast Cell activation syndrome, severe allergies, anaphylaxis, Dysautonomia, or "medical" PTSD, I am here to walk alongside you. My mission is to provide unwavering support as you reclaim control, find solace, and rediscover your resilience. Together, we will navigate the complexities, unveiling new paths toward healing, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Are you seeking meaningful healing and ready to embark on a transformative journey? Whether you are navigating life with a dissociative system, feeling the weight of burnout as a nurse or healthcare worker, or grappling with conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Mast Cell activation syndrome, severe allergies, anaphylaxis, Dysautonomia, or "medical" PTSD, I am here to walk alongside you. My mission is to provide unwavering support as you reclaim control, find solace, and rediscover your resilience. Together, we will navigate the complexities, unveiling new paths toward healing, growth, and a renewed sense of purpose.
(314) 470-9897 View (314) 470-9897
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Connie Knox Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
Congratulations! You've already begun the therapeutic process. My approach to counseling is to create an active partnership between client and therapist. Here's how it works. The Initial Session allows us to: 1. Talk about your concerns and what you hope to achieve in therapy 2. Give you insight into how the therapy process works 3. Help you decide whether you feel comfortable working with me 4. Determine whether my services are appropriate for your concerns 5. Review my office policies, privacy and confidentiality and other issues.
Congratulations! You've already begun the therapeutic process. My approach to counseling is to create an active partnership between client and therapist. Here's how it works. The Initial Session allows us to: 1. Talk about your concerns and what you hope to achieve in therapy 2. Give you insight into how the therapy process works 3. Help you decide whether you feel comfortable working with me 4. Determine whether my services are appropriate for your concerns 5. Review my office policies, privacy and confidentiality and other issues.
(636) 548-0941 View (636) 548-0941
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Anat H Reschke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
Dr. Reschke is a licensed psychologist who works with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and adjustment. Dr. Reschke uses a flexible individualized approach depending on the client and on the presenting issue. Frequently, she employs a cognitive-behavioral and problem-solving approach to assist her clients in developing coping strategies. Dr. Reschke sees clients for both short term therapy to address specific current difficulties, as well as longer term therapy for those clients who are struggling with life-long difficulties and/or prefer a more insight-oriented approach that explores their family of origin.
Dr. Reschke is a licensed psychologist who works with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and adjustment. Dr. Reschke uses a flexible individualized approach depending on the client and on the presenting issue. Frequently, she employs a cognitive-behavioral and problem-solving approach to assist her clients in developing coping strategies. Dr. Reschke sees clients for both short term therapy to address specific current difficulties, as well as longer term therapy for those clients who are struggling with life-long difficulties and/or prefer a more insight-oriented approach that explores their family of origin.
(314) 881-8587 View (314) 881-8587
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Susan James
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
Have you experienced constant putdowns, frequent criticism, controlling behavior, or physical violence by a family member or significant other? Are you suffering from unrelenting self-doubt or have difficulty maintaining boundaries? Do you tend to hide or deny your pain? These are just a few of the common dynamics experienced by those entangled in a toxic relationship. Learn how to take back your power, take responsibility for your life, and grow in strength and compassion towards yourself and others.
Have you experienced constant putdowns, frequent criticism, controlling behavior, or physical violence by a family member or significant other? Are you suffering from unrelenting self-doubt or have difficulty maintaining boundaries? Do you tend to hide or deny your pain? These are just a few of the common dynamics experienced by those entangled in a toxic relationship. Learn how to take back your power, take responsibility for your life, and grow in strength and compassion towards yourself and others.
(844) 967-2376 View (844) 967-2376
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Jacqueline Weydert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
O Fallon, MO 63366
Life is short. My goal is to help people find purpose and to overcome some of life's bumps. I work with people of all ages in individual, group, family and with couples who are experiencing feelings/emotions that are getting in the way of living a happy, fulfilled life. Lets face it, sometimes we just need someone to listen and help us learn skills that will get us back on track and feeling better. I work with people that are struggling with anxiety, depression, life events/traumas, bipolar disorder, teen/child issues, couples counseling, finding purpose and many others.
Life is short. My goal is to help people find purpose and to overcome some of life's bumps. I work with people of all ages in individual, group, family and with couples who are experiencing feelings/emotions that are getting in the way of living a happy, fulfilled life. Lets face it, sometimes we just need someone to listen and help us learn skills that will get us back on track and feeling better. I work with people that are struggling with anxiety, depression, life events/traumas, bipolar disorder, teen/child issues, couples counseling, finding purpose and many others.
(636) 238-1764 View (636) 238-1764

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Chronic Illness Therapists

How does therapy for chronic illness work?

Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.

Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?

Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?

No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.

How long does therapy for chronic illness take?

There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.