Therapists in Missouri
Cathy Robertson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olivette, MO 63132
A basic theme in behavior can be viewed as a directional thought process. If we think it, believe it, we can become it. This thought process can apply to how one handles a problem. There are times that problems interfere with daily life in such a way that it grows into an overwhelming place of emotional discord in our personal and/or professional lives. Stress, anxiety, depression, and premarital/marital issues can be metaphorically high on the Richter scale for mental health therapy. These factors can also be connected to deeper issues related to human behavior. Welcome services are provided for individuals, couples, and families.
A basic theme in behavior can be viewed as a directional thought process. If we think it, believe it, we can become it. This thought process can apply to how one handles a problem. There are times that problems interfere with daily life in such a way that it grows into an overwhelming place of emotional discord in our personal and/or professional lives. Stress, anxiety, depression, and premarital/marital issues can be metaphorically high on the Richter scale for mental health therapy. These factors can also be connected to deeper issues related to human behavior. Welcome services are provided for individuals, couples, and families.
Melanie Maria Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MHA, LPC, CBHC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63127
Welcome and congratulations on making your self-care a priority! In addition to specializing in treating ADD/ADHD and Supervising Provisionally Licensed Counselors, hae a Women with ADHD support group and I also offer ADD Digital Therapy. If you’re tired and embarrassed of arriving 30 minutes late or more to the party, you can’t find things when you need them, you forget important dates and your life feels like it's totally disorganized I can help.
Welcome and congratulations on making your self-care a priority! In addition to specializing in treating ADD/ADHD and Supervising Provisionally Licensed Counselors, hae a Women with ADHD support group and I also offer ADD Digital Therapy. If you’re tired and embarrassed of arriving 30 minutes late or more to the party, you can’t find things when you need them, you forget important dates and your life feels like it's totally disorganized I can help.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.