Therapists in West Plains, MO
Christine Dowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Providing a safe space, being entrusted with vulnerability, and bearing witness to healing is an awe inspiring and mutually rewarding experience. Therefore, a good relationship is the first priority in therapy. Christine realizes that successful treatment begins with a strong therapeutic rapport. This focus allows clients to feel safe and understood, which is a strong catalyst for progress towards healing and achieving goals. Positive results can only occur once a therapeutic alliance is developed.
Dana Fleming
Professional Counselor , MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As the sixth generation of my family to live in Howell County, I understand how foreign the concept of counseling may be to some people. Yet, as an Ozarker, I also understand the wit, humor, passion and intelligence of the people of this area, and I combine these traits with formal training and natural curiosity about people to create space for my clients to go through the healing process. Native Ozarker or not, it is my belief that everyone, at some point in their lives, will experience trauma, loss, or mental illness that is treatable through therapy.
Teresa White
Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified
Verified
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life. I can help by providing a caring environment in which together we can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding life. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors. I truly care about your well-being.
Dr. Jenny Long
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Deadlines, demands, sickness. It feels like you can’t keep up. Everyone wants a piece of you and there is not enough to go around. You are exhausted and your mind won't shut off. The What if's overwhelm you... "What if I am not good enough? What if I let everyone down?" Your family, your job, your friends are counting on you. You may wonder, "When is it about what I need?" only to feel selfish and guilty about that too.
Jessica L Campbell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Life can be messy, and it is okay to not be okay; but you do not have to face life’s challenges alone. As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I believe counseling should be a supportive and compassionate collaboration in which clients are accepted where they are in the present and are valued as the experts of their experiences. Life doesn’t happen in a vacuum, and I will work closely with individuals to consider their relationship with their environments in order to explore areas of strength as well as areas for potential growth.
Kim Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life is hard sometimes. Healing from past trauma or just dealing with everyday life stressors, I am here to help and support you. In a safe setting with years of experience in dealing with mental health, we can find a way for you to move forward!
Erin Rigdon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe that all individuals will encounter a time in their lives when they will be facing some form of hardship, conflict, or distress. The ability for someone to recognize that they cannot go it alone and need a partner to assist them in navigating life situations is where I come into play. I believe that individuals can make the changes necessary in their lives with the proper supports and skills provided through counseling. Individuals who are ready to put in the work needed to navigate this life are the ones who will succeed.
Amy Glenn Baxter
Counselor, LMFTA, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I am glad you reached out, that you are here. I want you to know that you do not have to be alone as you walk on the path that leads you to what you hope, wish for and want for your future. If you are looking for short-term therapy to support you through a difficult challenge or looking for something more long-term as you work towards stability, wellness and resiliency to achieve your goals, I am here for you.
Online Therapists
Dr. Jonnie Mae Middletonlotte
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD,, MS,, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Personal conflict can cause chaos in your life, but the appropriate resolution can nurture healthy relationships and personal growth. If you are ready to dig in and do the hard work, together we can work towards the more peaceful and happy life you desire. I am Christian centered and use a variety of research-based therapeutic methods of counseling to find what works best for you. I believe therapy should be started with the end in mind, so our goal is to bring about peace and balance in a timely manner.
Danielle K. Carver, L.L.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life becomes too difficult; you need an objective someone to talk to, listen to your story, and provide encouragement that you can not only survive what you are going through, but work to find purpose and meaning in the midst of the storm. The most important aspect of therapy is the Client-Therapist relationship. Once it is determined that the Client is comfortable with me, then it is a collaborative effort to help facilitate the healing process through the life changes the Client faces. My job is to provide a safe place for change and growth to happen.
Compass Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
At Compass Counseling, we are dedicated to providing responsive service to our clients, contacts and community. We have a diverse staff of professional counselors who are capable of meeting the most difficult counseling needs. We seek to develop cooperative relationships with everyone involved in the client's care to maximize the therapeutic benefit to the client and optimize the treatment process. Our growing list of therapists allows us to match up client needs with specific areas of interest/expertise within our counselor community.
Resilience Center - Psych Testing & Evaluation
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Change takes courage. I understand the courage it takes to reach out and ask for support when we feel our most stuck. As your therapist, I will remain fully dedicated to strengthening the resiliency needed within to reclaim yourself through connection, self-compassion, and self-love. I specialize in helping adults, couples, and children especially as it relates to trauma. Come see me and begin to live a more meaningful, balanced life. I am licensed in Missouri, Kansas, and Virginia.
Jacquelynne Kell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
My goal is to support you by providing a safe space in which you feel heard. I offer services centered around you. This means that your therapeutic goals will be kept at the forefront. I believe in treating the whole person, both mind and body to support bringing you back to a sense of the whole. If you find that it is challenging for you to meet in person, I also provide online therapy services. We can meet over video chat from the comfort of your own safe place. We can work together to meet your therapeutic needs.
Kristen Shuler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi, I'm Kristen Shuler. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I specialize in working with teens and adults who experience emotions very intensely, to the point that it interrupts daily life and takes a toll on relationships. My goal is to help you stop the misery by teaching you how to calm the emotional storms, regulate your mood, improve your relationships, and become more mindful. I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and I am state certified in this treatment. I am licensed to provide psychotherapy to Missouri residents. Many of my clients identify as neurodivergent.
Sarah Jarvis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Sometimes what we KNOW is true does not FEEL true. Your days may involve fighting intrusive thoughts, wrestling with anxiety, or trying to act okay when you feel anything but “fine.” Your mind may feel like the problem right now, but it is a beautifully unique and complex part of you that is capable of wellness. While stress can be minimized, it will never be completely eliminated from our lives. However, our brains can learn to adapt and find safety even in the midst of life's storms. Whether you have trauma symptoms, anxiety, or OCD you can move beyond just surviving. You are capable of thriving.
Katherine Morrow Tynes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, RPT
Verified
Verified
I feel every individual has the right to choose his own path. I am here to help clarify issues when a client feels overwhelmed by stress, depression,family issues or work related issues. Our world is so fast paced and we are expected to keep up, so when not if we fall short it effects other aspects of our basic functionality . At times we just need a objective person to provide supportive feedback.
Ren Elliott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
When you discover something new about yourself, it's sometimes a quiet realization that gradually shifts your sense of self, and other times, it's a major upheaval that shakes up every aspect of your life. Sometimes, this new realization is a realization of sexuality or gender, or maybe it's neurodivergence. Regardless of if it's a subtle shift or an earth-shattering revelation, it can be helpful to talk with someone to help find your new sense of normal and integrate this new information so that you can live your life as unapologetically and as authentically as you can.
Lisa C. York
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My ideal client is someone looking for a significant change in their life. They may struggle with past hurts, shame, isolation, trauma, low self image, resentment, self-hatred, depression, or anxiety. They need someone to listen and to provide a safe place free of judgement where they will be heard. Their goals might include finding freedom, seeing their situation in a new light, gaining hope, finding their voice, or integrating their life experience and their spirituality.
Mariah Kochell
PLPC, MS
Verified
Verified
It is important to me that all individuals feel welcome and supported during the counseling process and I am passionate about creating a safe and secure atmosphere to assist clients in overcoming whatever challenges they might be facing. I have worked with a diverse population of clientele, including teen and adult members of the LGBTQ+ community, and have experience working in a residential setting to help children and their families overcome trauma, behavioral, and mental health issues. I also have experience working with adult individuals and couples to improve their relationships and overall well-being.
Cindy Herrmann Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Finding "Calm in Chaos" is an overarching theme in my counseling practice, my court appointed high conflict co-parenting sessions, expert witness testimony in family, civil, and federal court cases, as well as in my executive and life coaching practice. Conflict is prevalent today in our personal and professional lives. With so much uncertainty I found it imperative to develop a 'Mental Health Urgent Care' counseling model. In a quest to immediately address unexpected trauma, I offer sessions three days per week rooted in a medical triage model. This permits those with critical needs to not have to wait months for a session.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.