Licensed to practice in Missouri and accepts 46 insurances. Specializes in Couples Counseling, Life Transitions, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
Tanya D. Perry
(she/her)
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About me
Hello, I'm Tanya, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri-St. Louis School of Social Work, class of 2010. Born and raised on the west side of St. Louis city, I bring a deep understanding and connection to the community I serve. My focus is on supporting women through all stages of life and interpersonal growth, individuals with mental health diagnoses, those grappling with past experiences, and those facing relationship and work-related challenges.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first session is focused on building comfort and trust. I’ll ask about what brought you in, what you’re hoping to work on, and what has (or hasn’t) worked in past support systems. We move at your pace—you don’t have to share everything right away. I want to understand who you are, not just what you’re struggling with. Together, we’ll start identifying patterns, priorities, and possible goals. You’ll leave feeling heard, supported, and with a better sense of what healing could look like for you.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My greatest strengths are my ability to integrate evidence-based clinical approaches with a trauma- and attachment-informed lens, and to build authentic, collaborative relationships with clients and colleagues. I draw on advanced training in CBT, CPT, EMDR, IFS, and Sensory Psychomotor Psychotherapy, which allows me to tailor care to diverse needs—from trauma and grief to family systems and adjustment issues. I also bring the perspective of an LCSW with an MBA, which strengthens my skills in professional development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical leadership. Across military, medical, and community settings, I’ve consistently demonstrated the ability to deliver compassionate, outcome-driven care while also mentoring staff and supporting organizational goals.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
The best therapeutic partnership is one where the client is goal-oriented, introspective, and ready to embrace support for change. Together, we will explore your current situation, identify where you want to be, and create a plan to help you grow and achieve your goals. My approach is collaborative and supportive, ensuring that you feel empowered throughout your journey.
Specialties
Top specialties
Couples Counseling
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Coping Skills
Domestic Violence
Foster Care/Adoption
Grief
Military/Veterans
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Racism
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Identifies as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
Missouri
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Arlo
AvMed
Cash - $125 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Medica
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) into my practice as a trauma- and attachment-informed framework that helps clients understand and work with the different “parts” of themselves. Drawing on my experience in military, medical, and community mental health settings, I use IFS to guide clients in identifying protective parts, accessing exiled or wounded parts, and strengthening the Self as a compassionate leader. This approach has been particularly effective in treating trauma, grief, relational conflict, and codependency, as it fosters self-awareness, reduces shame, and builds internal harmony. I often pair IFS with EMDR, CBT, or sensory-based interventions to create a holistic, evidence-based treatment plan that supports both emotional regulation and long-term healing.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a structured, evidence-based framework to help clients identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns that drive emotional distress and maladaptive behaviors. In both military and community settings, CBT has been especially effective for treating depression, anxiety, and trauma-related concerns. I regularly incorporate cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and skills practice between sessions to promote measurable progress. I also use standardized assessments like the PHQ-9, GAD-7, and PCL-5 to track outcomes and adjust interventions. My CBT approach emphasizes collaboration, psychoeducation, and goal-oriented treatment planning, ensuring that clients develop practical coping strategies they can apply in daily life.
3 ratings with written reviews
February 2, 2026
Tanya made me feel so warm and free to share my thoughts. She made me feel that I made the best choice with her and the follow up care is perfect for what I need. I’m so thankful for her time and support with knowledge and understanding.
Verified client, age 45-54
November 19, 2025
Tanya is very purposeful in her interactions with others. I am so grateful to have connected with her to help me on my healing journey. Solutions oriented and warm are not descriptive enough of her. I found her to have a very empowering, open-minded, authentic energy about her. I found her to also be very attentive to what I said and the goals I have for therapy. I found all of this about her in our first session! Thank you Tanya, from the bottom of my heart!
Verified client, age 45-54
November 18, 2025
Lucked out with this one! Tanya was sharp, empathetic, keen on the details, and knew all the right questions to ask to achieve an accurate scope of our issues and goals. Her personality is a refreshing balance of serious and playful; she really knows how to read the room.