Nikki Karalekas

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

8 Endorsed

200 S Bemiston Ave, Suite 310, Clayton, MO 63105

Do you notice that you struggle with the same kinds of problems, emotions, and relationships over and over again? Have you tried different coping skills without success? Do you turn to things like substances, unhealthy relationships, or mindless internet scrolling to take the edge off sadness, anger, fear, or loneliness? Explorative, insight-oriented, in-depth psychotherapy can help you understand and finally transform these dynamics, increasing your well-being and sense of self. This lasting change offers an opportunity to expand your world.

Through a consistent and compassionate process of trust-building, I offer clients a safe environment to explore, understand, and transform the root cause of their difficulties. This can help you learn how to calmly understand your emotions and problems instead of reacting. I work best with smart and creative people who are tired of getting in their own way.

I have worked with clients experiencing addiction, complex medical problems, trauma, guilt, low self-esteem, grief, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have 6 years of experience working with patients at Barnes-Jewish hospital. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ people, health care professionals, academics, and students.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Nikki Karalekas now - (314) 370-1031

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

200 S Bemiston Ave

Suite 310

Clayton, MO 63105

(314) 370-1031

I offer both in-office and telehealth sessions.

I specialize in Depression, Self Esteem and Anxiety

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (314) 370-1031

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

200 S Bemiston Ave

Suite 310

Clayton, MO 63105

(314) 370-1031

I offer both in-office and telehealth sessions.

I specialize in Depression, Self Esteem and Anxiety

Individual one-on-one therapy

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Missouri / 2021016739 Nikki Karalekas
In Practice for 6 Years
Certificate from St Louis Psychoanalytic Institute App Program 2019
Degree/Diploma from Emory University PhD / 2016
Attended Washington University in St Louis , MSW, Graduated 2018

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (314) 370-1031

Nikki Karalekas

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (314) 370-1031

Nikki Karalekas

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Depression
Self Esteem
Anxiety

Expertise

Addiction
Anger Management
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Family Conflict
Grief
Infertility
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Self-Harming
Sexual Abuse
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (314) 370-1031

Nikki Karalekas

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (314) 370-1031

Nikki Karalekas

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW

8 Endorsements

Bianca Mehegan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Nikki is a wonderful source of support and anchor while navigating the stressors of life through psychodynamics. She is easy to engage with and creates a safe place to become vulnerable and bring about change in ones life.