Narrative Therapists in Saint Louis City County, MO

The world we live in today can be chaotic and scary. The constant stress and worry about your relationships, physical and mental health, career, and more can feel overwhelming to the point of completely shutting down. Some days you may even feel like falling asleep and never waking up again. This is not the life you thought you would live. Instead, you were hoping for comfort, security, confidence in yourself, and joy that radiates from deep within your soul. You want relationships that support you and meet your needs and desires, a career that feels satisfying and the ability to look in the mirror and smile back at what you see.

Change can be difficult, especially if you think you have to endure the journey alone. Making a choice to ask someone to assist you in making changes is a brave and honorable request. My aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to engage and approach change. I look forward to assisting you in your journey of healing.

Accepting New Clients in 2024! Katie Hurley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), and has additional certifications in EMDR and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). As a clinician, she is trained to treat PTSD/complex trauma, depression, low self worth, anxiety, shame, and family conflict. She utilizes many treatment modalities including: EMDR, TF-CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PET), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Sand Tray Therapy.

I am here to put you at ease and truly listen as you share your own experiences of grief, loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and/or learning a work-life balance. As each person has a unique story, I will listen and provide feedback and support. We will navigate your journey together. I use a variety of approaches including CBT, Narrative Therapy, Companioning model, and Interpersonal Therapy.

Everyone needs help sometimes. We use the resources, strategies, and supports that we have to work through the difficult times in life, but can reach the point where we need something more to face the challenges that we're up against. If you have reached a point where the burden has become too great, know that you're not alone. My goal is to walk with you, offering hope, healing and strategies to face the challenges that you’re up against. You are worthy of more, and there is no better time to seek help.

Whether you are struggling with a specific issue, feel stuck within the cycles of depression or anxiety, or are seeking greater fulfilment and authenticity in your life, therapy can empower you with tools, support and a confiding, trusting relationship. I truly believe that a therapeutic relationship created with the purpose of self-healing is a necessary and powerful framework from which a person can transform their lives. I believe in therapy, and I love what I do! I specialize in working with women and mothers, not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Postpartum Depression/Anxiety, the motherhood identity, parenting, relationships, sexuality, and life changes. I also specialize in working with teens that struggle with Depression, Anxiety and identity, including LGBTQIA and questioning/curious youth.

Most will experience times in life when it seems everything is upside down and they're just hanging on. Sometimes it's just hard identifying the source of your pain. In either case, reaching out to a skilled therapist makes all the sense in the world. I work closely with clients affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, relational issues, grief, loss and racial injustice indignities. My focus is working with women through transitions in life, individuals desiring self-esteem development, and couples who want to heal and transform their relationship into a richer and more connected union.

Hi, my name is Annette Arms, and I am a licensed professional counselor, and a nationally certified counselor who is EMDR trained living and working in southwest Missouri serving clients throughout the state via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. My specialties include working with neurodivergent children and adults, and the approaches I use are person-centered using a variety of integrative approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Narrative Therapy tailored to each client's individual need(s).

Immediate morning and afternoon availability. Limited evening availability. Sliding scale and 85 dollar self pay. Cigna, Aetna, and MO HealthNet accepted. I want my clients to gain the knowledge and ability to address their needs outside of the therapy setting. I enjoy working with all age ranges and backgrounds and utilize a variety of techniques to make sure my clients are receiving care that is tailored for them. I have a person-centered approach and believe my clients are the experts on themselves and their needs. I enjoy empowering clients and using Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Play Therapy techniques.

Hello! I’m so grateful you’ve chosen to be here. I see the human experience as being similar to a cup of coffee; both complex and nuanced. Much like coffee, some experiences can leave us feeling bitter while others leave us feeling fulfilled. As your therapist, I will meet you wherever you are in your process and we’ll work collaboratively to navigate these lived experiences. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship that fosters self-exploration, curiosity, self-acceptance, and empowerment.

Thank you for considering me as your counselor. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Additionally, I am a burden, humorous, annoying, musical, incorrect, artistic, wise, slow, and energetic. I welcome you to come in and allow us to accept our true nature, together. I take what I do seriously, but I don’t take myself seriously. I specialize in serving individuals suffering from obsessions and compulsions, anxiety-related issues, body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB), depression and emotional dysregulation, and existential dilemmas.

You feel lost, like everything you’ve tried thus far hasn’t made you feel better. Your mind is clouded with anxiety, and you lack motivation to engage with those around you. You feel scattered, overwhelmed, and stuck. You long for a calm that feels…elusive. Cottage Door Counseling can help. I provide a warm, supportive environment where you’re able to gain deeper insight into yourself, conquer fears and obstacles with confidence, and create the balance you’ve been searching for.

Dr. Marks is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Missouri. She primarily provides evaluation and therapy for adhd, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and interpersonal issues. Dr. Marks is able to see clients in person in St. Louis, MO but is also licensed through psypact to provide telehealth therapy in several states across the U.S. Please visit https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/psypactmap for an up-to-date list of Dr. Marks's telehealth availability.

As we navigate life, we often face "barriers" that prevent us from moving forward and taking charge of our lives. The "barriers" that we face in life can be debilitating, but there are ways to break those "barriers" and create new paths towards your future. The new path created can lead one to a better quality of life.

Many of us have unknowingly rejected or silenced parts of ourselves that don’t fit with our idea of who we are supposed to be. As a result, life can feel out of balance or even inauthentic. My hope is to create a safe and accepting space for you to feel empowered to implement positive changes in your life. I work with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety and worry, substance use, stress, trauma, abuse, anger, fear, grief and loss, guilt and shame, and other challenges. I also work with couples who are having difficulty connecting and experiencing issues related to trust, intimacy, and affection.

I love to work with clients to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, who they are, and how they connect with the world. Society is a complicated thing, and it didn't come with a manual, but we can work together to to learn, or decide, what it will be for you. Clients who find themselves in my office may have concerns about their relationships, about whether or not they're worthy as people, about how their mind works, or might just have questions about what it means to be a person. I see adults, teenagers, individuals, and couples. Occasionally I run groups.

Are you or your teen struggling with stress, anxiety or social connections? I have vast experience working with children, teens and young adults struggling with different issues like anxiety, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, non suicidal self injury, life transitions and more. I truly believe that you are the expert of your own life, whether you are 9 or 92, and I use that as a foundation to our collaborative therapeutic relationship. You bring your own life experiences to the session and I bring an empathetic presence and client-centered, strengths-based approach to help you through whatever is on your mind.

Hi there! My name is Kayla! I have over 11 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked and interned in several settings, including adolescent and women's drug treatment centers, drug prevention programs, community outreach, and schools. I've worked with clients to address a variety of concerns, such as drug use, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, stress, self-harm, and gender identity. I especially enjoy working with adolescents and young adults. I am passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health, while maintaining a humorous and lighthearted nature. I am a cat mom, bookworm, and cardigan thrifter.

Are you struggling with the pressures of school, work, marriage, or parenting? Do you wish you had someone to help you process your feelings of anxiety, grief, stress, or fear of the future? Do you need some resources, tools, and coping strategies to be healthy and present in your life?