Therapists in Missouri

Depression, anxiety and addiction are often compatriots. They feed off each other and create a sense of hopelessness. Your struggle may be with substances (drugs/food), compulsive acts or obsessive thinking. However, they are often slightly different-shaped pieces to the same puzzle. Additionally, if you experienced trauma in your lifetime, you are even more susceptible to these disorders. Gratefully, there is hope and recovery for them! It is often not easy or quick, but it is doable. "God grant me the courage not to give up what I think is right even though I think it is hopeless." -- Chester Nimitz, WWII Fleet Admiral.

From 2002 until 2014 I was an Adolescent Therapist and Clinical Administrator at Logos School. Throughout my professional experience I have guided many adolescents, young adults and their families toward attaining their emotional, social and academic goals. I have established effective therapeutic relationships with individuals suffering from a variety of disorders and issues including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Bipolar, OCD, ODD, Conduct Disorder, grief and loss, self-injurious behavior, school phobia, substance abuse and others. I believe that everyone has a voice that deserves to be heard and I am here to listen.

I have over 25 years of clinical experience providing counseling therapy to adult individuals, children, adolescents, families, and couples to address their emotional and behavioral struggles. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, goal directed, reality based treatment approach, integrating family dynamics as needed, to help clients effectively resolve or learn to cope with their struggles. I am available to coordinate with schools and other treatment providers. My office at Truman & Main St on the Independence Square offers a convenient, unassuming, confidential, and relaxing environment.

I offer neurofeedback therapy and qEEG brain mapping to clients seeking symptom reduction in anxiety, OCD, depression ADHD, trauma and addictions. I bring a developmental and trauma-informed perspective to neurotherapy and believe that contextualizing symptoms presenting on the level of the brain is key to creating insight and lasting change.

Gabi Goldstein is board-certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas and holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. With a career spanning since 2017, Gabi has demonstrated her expertise by providing mental health treatment across diverse settings, including acute-care facilities, residential placement, outpatient services, and private practice. Gabi is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and has prior experience serving as Clinical Director of a Mental Health Agency.

I went into the field of psychology because I love helping people transform to the best version of themselves. We all need a safe place to understand ourselves and how we relate to others/self. I often say "We need to be Mindful of our Total-Well Being and that our minds and our bodies are an inter-connected systems. Where the mind goes, so does the man or woman in their actions and body states. We go to the physician for our physical health, so how much healthier would we be if we went to our psychologist for our mental health?" At heart, I am a holistic practitioner and love seeing my clients Thrive.

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!

If things in your life could use assistance in getting back on track, I can help you sort through your current challenges to better manage your life and get you moving in a positive and more effective direction. Life can throw us all challenges such as job loss, relationship break-ups, and many other stressors. I can help you work through these events in a way that helps you grow and learn better coping skills. My treatment approach is very specific to each of my clients. I feel everyone is unique and each person should be approached in a specific manner.

My clients describe me as someone they feel safe and comfortable with, someone they feel they can trust, and someone that genuinely cares for them. Some of my clients describe themselves as perfectionists or high achievers; others identify as "people pleasers" struggling with setting healthy boundaries. Many of my clients have unhealed childhood wounds, and struggle with anxiety, depression or interpersonal relationship issues. It is my passion to help my clients figure out why they feel or react the way they do so that they can feel "good enough" about themselves on the inside and build healthier relationship with others.

Hope Connections offers evidence-based treatment to help you reclaim your life. We specialize in depression, anxiety to include trauma induced PTSD, and anger. Additionally, we provide substance abuse counseling. We offer a warm, supportive atmosphere conducive towards healing. Most people who seek consultation want to know the following: How severe is the problem? What caused the problem or symptoms? And, can they change or improve? At Hope Connections, we will assist you in identifying the severity of the problem, help find the source of the problem and guide you towards reclaiming your life. We are your Hope Connection.

I can provide counseling from a Christian perspective and also offer therapy from a non Christian focus. My practice centers on dealing with Life's issues in general while also having a focus on trauma. Not only is there a concentration on individuals, the scope of my practice also includes marriage and relationship counseling, family counseling, and even group therapy. Overall, I promote building self esteem and treating all clients with value and dignity no matter your background, lifestyle, culture or ethnicity. There is also a focus on helping clients overcome mistakes and poor choices. Finally, "Rapha" means "to heal."

Do you feel helpless and at times don’t know how to "fix" your child? Does your child come from a traumatic past? Do they struggle with school, emotional regulation, peer or adult relationships, anxiety, fear, or worry? If so, let's talk! I would love to discuss how I can best support you and your child.

At AHA Mental Health, we work to understand you and using our skills to help people with a wide range of needs. We work with kids, teens, adults, couples and families and know the stress of daily life. We offer evening and weekend sessions, both in office and online to make therapy more accessible. Our therapists work to make sure you have the help and support to reach your goal.

Struggling with relationship issues, domestic violence, history of trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts? Please know that I am a person who cares. I want to see you live your best life. I will work with you to seek healing and relief from the pain you are experiencing.

I'm glad you found your way here! I am a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals live a life worth living. I hold a PLPC license and am supervised by an LPC. I have been endorsed by the National Board for Certified Counselors. My therapeutic approach is centered around creating a strong therapeutic alliance, practicing unconditional positive regard, empathy, and creating a space where clients can feel vulnerable and validated as they work through their challenges. I have developed a niche for working with self-harm, mood disorders, personality disorders, and trauma.

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!

I work with individuals, couples and families on such issues as relationship issues, problem solving, conflict resolution, communication enhancement, anger management, drug/alcohol abuse and addiction. Many clients present with depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, childhood disorders such as conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, etc. I work with adults and couples on relationship/marital issues, domestic violence, etc. I work with clients who have experienced abuse, both sexual and physical. I assist parents with parent-child relational issues and behavior modification skill development. I also assist clients with anxiety disorders, grief/loss issues and struggles with adjusting to life circumstances.

Hello! I'm Vanessa, co-owner of Secure Counseling Clinics. I've lived in KC for 20 years with my husband, 4 children, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 1 bearded dragon, and a flock of backyard chickens! I'm a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in both MO and KS, Nationally Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and KS board-approved clinical supervisor. My heart work is helping humans with complex trauma. Couples, as well as parents and their children, work with me to form secure attachments with each other. I help clients experiencing relationship difficulties and those who experience pain from circumstances or losses.

Have you been feeling down lately? Are you having trouble managing everyday stress? Do you need assistance in your romantic relationship? Would you like your teen to receive help in college preparation? Do you want to lead a healthier mental and physical lifestyle? If so, contact me for an appointment. I am a dedicated therapist that loves to see my clients grow and develop deeper understandings of mental awareness. Your well-being is my priority. I will stand by your side to work through those tough emotions that we as humans sometimes face.