Female Therapists in West Plains, MO
Rebecca K Beville
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, , LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Plains, MO 65775
Counseling is a safe space to be your authentic self without fear of judgement. Here you can work towards having balance in all areas of your life.
Counseling is a safe space to be your authentic self without fear of judgement. Here you can work towards having balance in all areas of your life.
My background in social work has equipped me with strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to build trust. I am committed to building a safe environment for clients to feel safe and comfortable sharing their experiences.
Over the last twelve years I have worked collaboratively with various systems and enjoy working with a diverse population.
I believe in the collaborative approach that empowers clients to take ownership of their healing journey.
My background in social work has equipped me with strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to build trust. I am committed to building a safe environment for clients to feel safe and comfortable sharing their experiences.
Over the last twelve years I have worked collaboratively with various systems and enjoy working with a diverse population.
I believe in the collaborative approach that empowers clients to take ownership of their healing journey.
Catherine Newton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Plains, MO 65775
I have a great deal of experience working with anxiety disorders, domestic violence, women's issues, and grief and loss.
For the past 35 years, I have truly enjoyed helping individuals who really want to get well and are willing to work hard to achieve full recovery. I Have a Heart for helping Trauma Victims get to the root of the pain that keeps them stuck in their lives and relationships. Victims of Trauma often spend a lifetime reenacting their trauma in one relationship after another, until they finally give up on trying to "get it right".
I have a great deal of experience working with anxiety disorders, domestic violence, women's issues, and grief and loss.
For the past 35 years, I have truly enjoyed helping individuals who really want to get well and are willing to work hard to achieve full recovery. I Have a Heart for helping Trauma Victims get to the root of the pain that keeps them stuck in their lives and relationships. Victims of Trauma often spend a lifetime reenacting their trauma in one relationship after another, until they finally give up on trying to "get it right".
I believe that therapy is a journey and my job as a therapist is to join each client on their personal exploration. My role, as a therapist, is to provide guided support for each person to find the growth path that best meets their needs and goals in a safe and encouraging environment. I see clients of all ages and diagnosis but during my training have focused on youth and I have trained as a Certified Youth Trauma Professional and believe in using play therapy for children to process the traumas they have experienced.
I believe that therapy is a journey and my job as a therapist is to join each client on their personal exploration. My role, as a therapist, is to provide guided support for each person to find the growth path that best meets their needs and goals in a safe and encouraging environment. I see clients of all ages and diagnosis but during my training have focused on youth and I have trained as a Certified Youth Trauma Professional and believe in using play therapy for children to process the traumas they have experienced.
Jessica L Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Elissa Smith
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
West Plains, MO 65775
I like to describe my style of a person-centered approach as coming along side you as we wander into what might feel like unknowns, painful wounds, or old familiarities. One thing is for certain, you won't be alone in whatever might surface. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in deep exploration of trauma, identity shifts, and the felt-sense of their experiences. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic space for you to explore parts of you that you naturally have curiosity to explore. Part of this process means coming together to uncover the road map that has shaped you into the human you are today.
I like to describe my style of a person-centered approach as coming along side you as we wander into what might feel like unknowns, painful wounds, or old familiarities. One thing is for certain, you won't be alone in whatever might surface. I enjoy working with clients who are interested in deep exploration of trauma, identity shifts, and the felt-sense of their experiences. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic space for you to explore parts of you that you naturally have curiosity to explore. Part of this process means coming together to uncover the road map that has shaped you into the human you are today.
Christine Dowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Plains, MO 65775
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.
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.
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.
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.
My journey into becoming a therapist began with a passion for understanding the human mind and a desire to support those on their journey to mental wellness. I believe that all of us, no matter what age, both deserve and can greatly benefit from therapy at any point in our lives. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients through compassionate care, evidence-based practice, and a holistic approach that is tailored to meet each client's specific needs. My goal is to empower you to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve a greater sense of well-being.
My journey into becoming a therapist began with a passion for understanding the human mind and a desire to support those on their journey to mental wellness. I believe that all of us, no matter what age, both deserve and can greatly benefit from therapy at any point in our lives. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients through compassionate care, evidence-based practice, and a holistic approach that is tailored to meet each client's specific needs. My goal is to empower you to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve a greater sense of well-being.
Christy Lynn Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Plains, MO 65775
Hello, my name is Christy Jackson and I am a licensed professional counselor in Missouri, ready to walk alongside you through life's twists and turns. With over 12 years of experience, I bring a blend of compassion and expertise to every session. Whether it's depression, anxiety, trauma, or family dynamics, I'm here for you.
Hello, my name is Christy Jackson and I am a licensed professional counselor in Missouri, ready to walk alongside you through life's twists and turns. With over 12 years of experience, I bring a blend of compassion and expertise to every session. Whether it's depression, anxiety, trauma, or family dynamics, I'm here for you.
I value authenticity and integrity. l am invested in helping others find success, hope, and healing. I work with you to establish goals suitable for your issues and problems according to your beliefs and values. I commonly treat depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, PTSD & trauma, and grief. I always welcome those who would like to do individual, couples or family counseling. Offering Virtual Appointments only at this time.
I value authenticity and integrity. l am invested in helping others find success, hope, and healing. I work with you to establish goals suitable for your issues and problems according to your beliefs and values. I commonly treat depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, PTSD & trauma, and grief. I always welcome those who would like to do individual, couples or family counseling. Offering Virtual Appointments only at this time.
Are you ready to overcome challenges and unlock a more fulfilling life? I'm here to guide you on this journey. Together, we'll create a supportive space to identify and conquer any obstacles holding you back. My mission is to provide you with valuable insights and practical tools to break free from limitations. I hold graduate degrees in both counseling and special education, with specialized training in behavioral disorders. Your well-being matters, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Mountain Home Counseling was voted Best Mental Health of the Twin Lakes 2024 by the Baxter Bulletin
Are you ready to overcome challenges and unlock a more fulfilling life? I'm here to guide you on this journey. Together, we'll create a supportive space to identify and conquer any obstacles holding you back. My mission is to provide you with valuable insights and practical tools to break free from limitations. I hold graduate degrees in both counseling and special education, with specialized training in behavioral disorders. Your well-being matters, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Mountain Home Counseling was voted Best Mental Health of the Twin Lakes 2024 by the Baxter Bulletin
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Mishelle Segur
Marriage & Family Therapist, MC, LMFT, LCADC, CHT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Willow Springs, MO 65793
I believe that my most important asset as a therapist is my calm and balanced presence; I am an effective sounding board for self-discovery and exploration. Entering therapy is a risk. Knowing this, I focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental environment with a collaborative approach. Our relationships with ourselves, our families, support systems, partners, and others are the primary way that we ground ourselves and make sense of our environments. Therapy is an opportunity to use the power of relationship to heal. I look forward to walking with you on your journey.
I believe that my most important asset as a therapist is my calm and balanced presence; I am an effective sounding board for self-discovery and exploration. Entering therapy is a risk. Knowing this, I focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental environment with a collaborative approach. Our relationships with ourselves, our families, support systems, partners, and others are the primary way that we ground ourselves and make sense of our environments. Therapy is an opportunity to use the power of relationship to heal. I look forward to walking with you on your journey.
Transforming Lives Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Thayer, MO 65791
At Transforming Lives Counseling, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and heal from past pain and gain skills to move toward a healthy future. We believe that each of us have challenges we need to overcome in order to transform our lives into who we truly would love to be. Our Practitioners would be honored to work with you in moving forward toward healing and becoming a new, healthy, and better version of you. When ready, call our office to schedule an appointment.
At Transforming Lives Counseling, our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and heal from past pain and gain skills to move toward a healthy future. We believe that each of us have challenges we need to overcome in order to transform our lives into who we truly would love to be. Our Practitioners would be honored to work with you in moving forward toward healing and becoming a new, healthy, and better version of you. When ready, call our office to schedule an appointment.
Online Therapists
Are you feeling lost, or like you are battling your mind? Are you struggling to achieve what you want to in your life? I am here to provide a safe space to face these challenges and more. I believe you are your own expert and I am here to meet you where you are at and help you go a step further. We are here together to face the difficulties and discomfort along the way. It is not an easy step to take and I am here to show up with no judgment and work with you to explore and find the best approach and steps that will fit your needs.
Are you feeling lost, or like you are battling your mind? Are you struggling to achieve what you want to in your life? I am here to provide a safe space to face these challenges and more. I believe you are your own expert and I am here to meet you where you are at and help you go a step further. We are here together to face the difficulties and discomfort along the way. It is not an easy step to take and I am here to show up with no judgment and work with you to explore and find the best approach and steps that will fit your needs.
Kristin Gearhart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Springfield, MO 65804
The focus of what I offer is to invite and empower you to practice trusting the wisdom of your body. By doing this, a more secure and trusting relationship with yourself can begin to develop. With practice, this can help you to navigate stressors and aid you in trauma recovery. A person generally finds relief, compassion, and an empowered sense of self from this process.
The focus of what I offer is to invite and empower you to practice trusting the wisdom of your body. By doing this, a more secure and trusting relationship with yourself can begin to develop. With practice, this can help you to navigate stressors and aid you in trauma recovery. A person generally finds relief, compassion, and an empowered sense of self from this process.
Kathryn Boone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65807
I work with adults and adolescents in both individual and family counseling. My approach is eclectic and holistic. I believe the most effective change occurs when a person is balanced in the physical, mental, relational, emotional, and spiritual areas of life, therefore I assist clients in evaluating their life to see where there may be imbalance. Therapy and recommendations are focused on areas of imbalance.
I work with adults and adolescents in both individual and family counseling. My approach is eclectic and holistic. I believe the most effective change occurs when a person is balanced in the physical, mental, relational, emotional, and spiritual areas of life, therefore I assist clients in evaluating their life to see where there may be imbalance. Therapy and recommendations are focused on areas of imbalance.
Rhonda Sue Dlouhy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, GC-C
Verified Verified
Springfield, MO 65804
Throughout my sessions, I seek to provide compassion, empathy, perspective, and hope to those I work with. I have attended a wealth of trainings, workshops, and conferences to better support children, families, and adults through any life circumstance that may arise. I have a passion for people and would love to help you process whatever you may be going through. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Grief Counselor. I earned my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Missouri State University and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Missouri, Columbia.
Throughout my sessions, I seek to provide compassion, empathy, perspective, and hope to those I work with. I have attended a wealth of trainings, workshops, and conferences to better support children, families, and adults through any life circumstance that may arise. I have a passion for people and would love to help you process whatever you may be going through. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Grief Counselor. I earned my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Missouri State University and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Missouri, Columbia.
I want to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self ! We all need someone to talk to, even if it's just to feel heard in the moment. I've been serving the children and adults of my community for over 30 years. I have advanced training in working with the Special Needs population and am a Certified Positive Behavior Supports Coach and Trainer! I believe that your mental health is just as important as your physical health. I try to help clients look at "obstacles" as "opportunities" for something new. You are in charge of your life and the possibilities are endless! Let's explore them together!
I want to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self ! We all need someone to talk to, even if it's just to feel heard in the moment. I've been serving the children and adults of my community for over 30 years. I have advanced training in working with the Special Needs population and am a Certified Positive Behavior Supports Coach and Trainer! I believe that your mental health is just as important as your physical health. I try to help clients look at "obstacles" as "opportunities" for something new. You are in charge of your life and the possibilities are endless! Let's explore them together!
Stephanie Marie Wacaser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65804
Waitlist for new clients
Whether its difficulty navigating a toxic work environment, dealing with a difficult boss, experiencing marriage or relationship problems, or feeling lost and alone you may need to evaluate what your needs or wants are. Your mind and body is telling you something if you are feeling stressed, feeling sad, have problems sleeping, feeling lonely even in a crowd, or getting angry over the littlest thing, its letting you know change needs to happen. We all struggle at times with trying to navigate life and I believe that we all could benefit from support. Reaching out for help is the key to working towards a healthier way of living.
Whether its difficulty navigating a toxic work environment, dealing with a difficult boss, experiencing marriage or relationship problems, or feeling lost and alone you may need to evaluate what your needs or wants are. Your mind and body is telling you something if you are feeling stressed, feeling sad, have problems sleeping, feeling lonely even in a crowd, or getting angry over the littlest thing, its letting you know change needs to happen. We all struggle at times with trying to navigate life and I believe that we all could benefit from support. Reaching out for help is the key to working towards a healthier way of living.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.