Blue Cross Blue Shield Therapists in Springfield, MO

I specialize in helping clients who are struggling with chronic illness, grief and loss related to losing someone or major life changes, caregiver fatigue, end-of-life issues and related burnout. Having personally experienced all of these things, gives me a true understanding and unique perspective while working with clients. Through past work with clients and my own personal journey with caregiving, deep grief, end-of-life issues, chronic illness and related burnout, I realized that my special talents lie in helping people who are seeking help with these things themselves. I love teaching and speaking for groups who want to learn more about all of these things. I believe in a holistic approach to living and a balanced lifestyle and look forward to helping my clients achieve their dreams. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family, being out in nature, photography, reading, learning, walking, yoga, and spending time with my cat, Carl. I am currently missing my giant Lab, Dugan. Fly high, Buddy.

I help people who feel overwhelmed by anger, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, shame, grief, or difficult seasons of life. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they do not like: saying things they regret, replaying conversations, avoiding people, feeling like they are failing, or carrying pain that they have tried hard to keep hidden. Before opening my private practice, I founded Coyote Hill and spent more than 33 years working with foster children, families, and people in crisis. That experience shaped the way I work now: calm, practical, honest, and compassionate. I do not believe therapy should feel mysterious or judgmental. My goal is to help you understand what is happening, why it keeps happening, and what you can begin doing differently. One line that has stayed with me is, “We are all just walking each other home.” To me, that is part of what therapy can be: a steady place where you do not have to carry everything alone, and where we move toward clarity, healing, and the next right step. We cannot change the past, but we can work on how you respond in the present and how you move forward with more steadiness, self-respect, and hope.

Welcome! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving the Springfield community, my goal is to provide a deeply compassionate and collaborative space for your outpatient therapy. Whether we are working together to build practical emotional tools, healing past relationship patterns, or exploring your authentic self in a safe, affirming environment, I am here to walk alongside you. My hope is to help you feel truly understood and to empower you with the resilience and confidence to thrive in your everyday life.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of experience, working with adults, adolescents, and school age children. I bring a collaborative approach to therapy sessions to try and work toward goals to best benefit clients. While creating a safe space for client’s to discuss their needs, I also challenge thought processes and problematic behaviors to work toward progress.

Hello, my name is Beverly Little, and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with eight years of experience working with adults. I specialize in supporting individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and other mental health challenges. My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, and practical. I use evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Supportive Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help you better understand your thoughts, manage emotions, and build skills that support lasting change. I strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to share openly. Together we will work at your pace to explore what's been weighing on you and identify steps that help you feel more balnced, confident, and in control of your life.

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Missouri. I earned my Master's Degree from Simmon's University in Boston, MA and have been practicing for over 6 years. I work with teenagers and adults who are coping with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and self-esteem issues. I have also spent a number of years working as a Medical Social Worker and are able to help clients and caregivers through complex medical journeys.

Hello, and thank you for taking the first step in your journey to a better you! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor. My career spans twenty years of working with Adults, Kiddos and Families through the multiple stressors life can present. I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, ADHD, Childrens Behavioral Issues, Illness Management and Trauma. I have an extensive history of working with Helping Professionals. I will bring to you my experience in current therapeutic models, and evidence-based modalities to help you find ways to cope at this time in your life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I graduated with my Master's Degree from Saint Louis University. My style is straightforward, respectful, and focused on clarity. I will not just sit back and nod. I help clients identify patterns, blind spots, and behaviors that may be keeping them stuck, while creating a space that still feels grounded and supportive. Clients who work well with me are often looking for more than a place to vent. They want insight that leads to action, and therapy that helps things finally click.

Hi, I'm Julie. Are you ready to be seen and feel supported through encouragement, validation, and understanding? You should start to feel lighter and more in control pretty quickly—you are no longer alone with what makes you sad, frustrated, insecure, or scared. You won't have to remind me of your past sessions. I have an eclectic, humanistic approach, which means you are an incredible human who matters. I personalize the style of therapy to you and your situation, pulling from different perspectives and modalities designed to meet your needs best. I welcome your feedback as we build a partnership for growth and healing.

I am a seasoned mental health professional with more than two decades of experience, including approximately four years as a therapist (first year of independent clinical practice). I work from a systemic perspective, recognizing that while each person has their own internal struggles, the world around them profoundly shapes their experiences and relationships. Drawing from training in multiple therapeutic modalities, I tailor my approach to each individual, creating personalized treatment plans that honor their unique needs and goals. My clinical work spans children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also have a unique and meaningful connection to first responders and their families, because I grew up in the fire community, and I am the spouse a first responder.

I am so happy you are here! It is my privilege to hold a healing space solely for you. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have practiced for 9 years, helping adults, teens and children heal and grow! In all I have over 16 years in the mental health field & hold additional certification in Drug and Alcohol counseling (CRADC). I am trained in several therapy modalities including: CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Somatic integration and Ego State.

Doctor Vehec is a counseling psychologist. As a therapist in the Veterans Administration’s Vet Center program for fifteen years, he was one of the first qualified second-level screeners for the James A. Haley VA Hospital Poly-trauma Unit, (one of four in the country) where he gained invaluable experience working with our most severely neurologically traumatized veterans. Dr. Vehec studied neuroscience under the preeminent neuro-psychologist Dr. Eugene Tootle at Barry University. Dr. Vehec was the chairman of the Board for a Charter School specializing in Specific Learning Disabled children in grades K-8. During this time he championed numerous Brain Based learning programs, i.e. Brain Boost exercises®, Audio Visual Entrainment, and the Interactive Metronome® program. Dr. Vehec is a member of the American Counseling Association, the Florida Mental Health Counseling Association, and the Milton Erickson Foundation. Dr. Vehec has an established Sports and Entertainment psychology practice. He was the Team psychologist for the Orlando Predators and the Kansas City Phantoms, both were professional Arena Football teams. He provided the coaching staff and players training on brain-based learning exercises designed to improve balance and enhance physical and mental performance. He designed treatment plans to assist players with their post-concussion recovery. Dr. Vehec works with PGA Professionals. One of whom was a contestant on “The Big Break” and continues on the professional tour. He is a consultant for the NFLPA of Central Florida. He co-organized the first neurological symposium for the NFL & NFLPA players before the Pro Bowl in Orlando. Dr. Vehec believes that from concussion to Alzheimer’s and Dementia there is hope that a therapy or exercise program exists which can help to improve one’s quality of life. Dr. Vehec’s favorite expression is “Never let anyone tell you what your limitations are.”

Sometimes, you spend so much time caring for everyone else that you lose sight of what you need, too. Illness, aging, caregiving, loss, and life changes can leave you feeling overwhelmed. My years in healthcare and social work have given me an appreciation for the emotional and practical challenges individuals and families face. Whether you are navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, or a difficult life transition, I offer a space where you can feel heard, work through what’s weighing on you, and find a path toward feeling more grounded and supported.

I’m a therapist who helps queer and straight individuals and couples strengthen their relationships and deepen their emotional connection. My work is rooted in trauma-informed, emotion-focused, and strength-based approaches that honor your unique experiences and goals. I create a safe, collaborative space where healing and growth feel possible—so you can build the kind of relationships and life that truly support your well-being.

Hi, thanks for reaching out for help. I have over 30 years of experience in many areas of mental health, including counseling, psychiatric and substance use assessments in hospital emergency departments ; I have worked with adults, adolescents an$ couples. I have also been consultant to managers and supervisors seeking guidance for employees with mental health/ substance issues. I have an open, compassionate approach and will work together with you to help you break free of the issues that are holding you back or keeping you stuck. You are not alone: so many of us- including myself- face these challenges. I’m available for an initial, brief phone conversation to answer any questions you might have, and to determine if I would be a good fit.

Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I have worked with the mental health and IDD populations with over 10 years experience. I have a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling. I have a passion in helping others find creative ways to manage their feelings and emotions and stay well with learned coping skills.

I'm a retired, decorated Air Force combat veteran. I graduated from Washington University St Louis, earning a Master of Science in Social Work with an emphasis in Social Entrepreneurship. ​I have years of experience as a therapist working with the military, veterans, and various populations. I've worked as a subject matter expert in wellness programs such as suicide prevention, substance abuse, alcohol and drug abuse, and smoking cessation. I was a certified resiliency trainer and instructor for over 15 years. 

Hi ~ I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and Tennessee; I have been licensed for 15+ years. My focus is to help people learn how to manage anxiety and depression so as to live a more fulfilling life. I will provide resources, teach skills, and provide encouragement to help make changes. We will collaborate to make a plan for long term success.

Hello, my name is Bruce Miller and I'm a licensed clinical social worker and was registered play therapist. I've been providing mental health services to clients of all ages for over several decades. I'm open to helping all clients of all problems, issues, and temperaments. I tend to prioritize by engaging and building rapport. I utilized a great deal of listening, reflecting and understanding a person's issues and problems. From there we collaborate in exploring and identifying the problem(s) that are creating the stress, anxiety, sadness depression and other emotions.

Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Minnesota and Missouri. I am licensed to diagnose and treat individuals struggling with mental health issues. My philosophy is that we all have the capacity to heal from within however sometimes our feelings and emotions can overwhelm us and make it difficult to find our own healing. I am here to assist clients in reaching their highest good in life.

Hello, I am Cindy! Being a therapist, is more than just a career for me it is a passion. I have been working in the substance use and mental health field for 10 + years. I feel that therapy can be beneficial for all even therapist themselves. I’m looking forward to meeting with you and supporting you on your journey toward recovery. You have taken the first step which can be the biggest struggle looking into finding help. I am proud of anyone who does that.

I believe therapy works best when you can show up exactly as you are — messy thoughts, quirky interests, big feelings, awkward humor, and all. As a neurodiverse therapist myself, I understand what it can feel like to navigate a world that often expects people to think, feel, and function in very specific ways. My goal is to create a space where clients feel genuinely accepted, understood, and safe enough to unmask and be themselves without fear of judgment. I grew up in Hawaii, and that upbringing shaped the way I connect with people — with warmth, openness, humor, and a strong belief in the importance of relationships and community. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in special education, which deepened my passion for supporting neurodiverse children, teens, adults, and families in ways that honor their strengths rather than trying to “fix” who they are. I’m also a mom to two energetic boys, so I understand firsthand the chaos, beauty, exhaustion, and constant learning that comes with parenting and family life. Outside of therapy, you can usually find me practicing yoga, spending time with my bulldogs, or trying to balance self-care with the realities of everyday life. In therapy, I strive to be real, collaborative, and compassionate. I love working with clients who feel different, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, misunderstood, or stuck trying to fit into expectations that don’t truly work for them. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, ADHD, autism, trauma, parenting stress, emotional regulation, or life transitions, I want therapy to feel like a place where you can breathe a little easier and feel more connected to who you really are.

I am a dedicated mental health therapist with a passion for supporting growth and healing in my clients. Rooted in a person-centered approach, I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of rejection. I help clients examine both their internal and external worlds to better understand who they are, develop healthy coping strategies, and build more fulfilling relationships—with themselves and with others.

Hi! My name is Diane Bales MS, LMHC, LPC. I am passionate about what I do. I love walking with clients through their journey of healing. I am known for really caring about my patients and I think that shows. I use an eclectic approach to treatment. I feel that everyone is different and not one approach works for everyone. I want my clients to feel that they have accomplished or overcome something during their time in therapy. Note I do charge for No show and Late Cancellations $70.00

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who has worked with individuals that are experiencing a variation of difficulties. I specialize in helping patients with anxiety, depression, and stress. I also have experience helping individuals with ADHD, brain injury, relationships, self-esteem, school/career and other life difficulties. We all want to be heard when something is bothering us. Having someone hear us when we are upset can mean a lot. It can also feel good to have someone to vent to when a day has been long. I am interested in helping you through life's struggles and setting goals for the future. I'm also here to guide and support you through difficult experiences. I am here to listen because sometimes you may need to share when life changes or need help processing what has happened. I want to be there for you even when the day is neither good or bad. I am here.

I am passionate about providing services to those who want to take that step forward to begin their journey to healing. I’m a therapist based in Missouri who works with teens and adults navigating anxiety, self esteem, depression, and the effects of trauma. Outside of therapy, I’m a proud dog mom who loves rollerskating, music, and movement whether through dance or fitness.

I'm the baby of 4. I believe in the power of compassion and empathy to foster healing and growth. My therapeutic philosophy centers around active listening, compassion, and trust. I strive to create a space where you feel validated, supported, and understood. My approach ensures that you are met with empathy and respect, no matter what challenges you are facing.

As a licensed therapist in Missouri, Kentucky, and New Jersey, I bring 25 years of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My approach centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their inner experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. I specialize in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, LGBTQ+,and life transitions. My therapeutic work focuses on helping individuals navigate complex emotional landscapes, from workplace stress to relationship dynamics, with particular expertise in supporting young adults, caregivers, and those experiencing significant personal transformations. My practice is deeply committed to understanding each client's unique journey. I offer a progressive, affirming approach that honors individual experiences and empowers clients to develop stronger self-understanding, communication skills, and emotional resilience. Whether you're struggling with social anxiety, processing major life changes, or seeking deeper self-connection, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance. Good Karma to all....

Welcome to Serenity Counseling and Wellness. Thank you for considering my practice as part of your healing journey. I believe that every person deserves a safe, supportive space to be heard, understood, and empowered. As a dedicated therapist, I am committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions. I provide personalized counseling services designed to meet your unique needs and goals. My approach is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on building a strong therapeutic relationship where growth and healing can occur. Seeking support takes courage, and I am honored to walk alongside you as you work toward greater emotional well-being, resilience, and personal fulfillment. Together, we can identify strengths, develop healthy coping strategies, and create meaningful change that supports the life you want to live. I look forward to supporting you on your path to healing and growth.

I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology/Counseling from California Southern University, and am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who resides and practices in Missouri. I believe therapy should be useful in your everyday life, not just something we talk about in session, so I focus on helping you understand what’s going on and how to apply it in a real, practical way. I work with men from all backgrounds, including first responders, around topics like stress, emotional expression, substance use, and behaviors that can be difficult to talk about. I understand that there’s often pressure to keep things to yourself.

Hello, I go by Jah, I’m passionate about helping people find hope, healing, and strength through life’s most challenging moments. In my work, I support clients experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, trauma, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and deeply compassionate grounded in evidence-based therapies that help you reconnect with your confidence and inner calm. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you feel understood and supported as you heal, grow, and rediscover the parts of yourself that may have been lost along the way. My greatest reward is witnessing my clients find peace, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose in their lives.

I enjoy working with people of all ages and supporting their journey of acceptance, increasing resilience, and improving the quality of their life. I love getting to know the people that I work with, and with a collaborative and nonjudgmental mindset, together we will identify goals and values, and the barriers that prevent them from getting there. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been providing therapeutic services to children and adults since 2015. If you are ready to make a change, let’s get started today. I look forward to meeting you and working with you on your journey.

Because sleep quality is critical to physical and mental health I am passionate about helping people get good sleep. I received my PhD from Duke University and have been a practicing psychologist for several decades. I work primarily with behavioral sleep medicine because sleep problems are so widespread, and there are not enough specialists to meet the need. I have published several articles and a book on sleep and am the director of the insomnia course for the World Sleep Academy, as well as a member of the Outreach and Public Education Committee, Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine. I continue working with people with anxiety, depression, and couples issues on a limited basis. The methods I use are evidence-based and trauma-informed. I am also an ordained member of the clergy (rabbi) and consider one's spirituality an important part of treatment for many, though not all, people. I’ve practiced telehealth exclusively since early 2020. Most people appreciate working this way because of convenience. Therapy is not adversely affected, and I am even able to do hypnotherapy via telehealth.

Dr. Malachi Oledibe is experienced clinical therapist, excellent listener with relaxing therapeutic mood. He integrates both insight-oriented and skills-based in his therapeutic approaches. He gently challenges clients to explore the root cause of their symptoms, gaining new awareness into their emotional, mental and relationship patterns. At the same time, he focuses on practical strategies, with an emphasis on relaxation and meditation practices, to help clients feel better in the here and now. Having served as a consultant and clinician for over 34 years at local Community mental Health, hospitals and in school settings, Dr. Oledibe is uniquely skilled in working with those experiencing chronic pain, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and other serious mental illnesses. He brings a special awareness to the healing power of the mind-body connection, and his office serves as a safe harbor to freely process pain and find relief. Dr. Oledibe is committed to maintaining an inclusive practice. With a background in general clinical practice. He is particularly sensitive to the creative process, lifestyles, and welcomes a wide range of creative professionals, freelancers, executives, parents, children, adults and young adults to his practice.

Welcome — this is a space where you can be honest, seen, and understood. I’m Shakea “Kea” Roper, LCSW, and I bring 17 years of clinical and social work experience to our therapeutic partnership. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or burdened by cycles that just won’t shift — I see you. My style is active, grounded, and rooted in both compassion and challenge. Many clients say: “Kea listens like no one else — and she’s not afraid to stretch me when I need it.” I integrate evidence-based approaches (CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused, Strengths-Based, Brief Therapy) along with more specialized models: Making Sense of Your Worth (MSoYW): an 8-week group curriculum developed by HALO Project where we explore and heal the internal “lies” we believe about ourselves, rebuild toward positive self-worth and secure attachment. Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT): a structured, cognitive-behavioral system where we work through step-by-step exercises to enhance reasoning, decision-making, and a healthier identity (beyond self-destructive or impulsive patterns). I also actively engage in community work, and I’m currently pursuing my doctorate (which continues to deepen my perspective and rigor). Outside of sessions, you’ll often find me at board game night, crafting, or spending time with family. It’s an honor to walk alongside you. Nelson Mandela said, “Everything seems impossible until it’s done.” Let’s work together toward the possible. I’m currently accepting clients in Pennsylvania, Missouri, Kansas, Utah, North Dakota, and Nevada.

Hello hello hello! Congratulations on doing one of the first steps of your journey: searching and initiating care for yourself! I'm glad you're here. My name is Jenny Simpson and I work with high achievers navigating depression and anxiety or even just conquering an adjustment period in their life - opening a business, taking a big exam, deciding on relationship dynamics. I have extensive history in hospital administration, working alongside varying diagnoses including mental health and substance use disorder. I hold a national certification and am licensed in three states (MO, KS, and CO) and am ready to party (have therapy) when you are!

Hi, I'm Jonni Allen, from Houston, Texas, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and an Advanced Mediator. I received my masters degree from East Carolina University in Greenville, NC and my law degree from Washburn University in Topeka, KS. I started Pink Rose Therapy to help women reach their full potential. Through empowerment, support, and emotional development I have seen women achieve greater success in their career, higher reports of satisfaction and enjoyment from their interpersonal relationships and a genuine calm and peacefulness when enjoying their down time, allowing more time to spend on hobbies, side hustles, or causes with greater vigor and passion. I approach individual therapy as a partnership, where you and I both work on your treatment plan goals and checking in with how effective our work together is going. Each person is unique and has specific needs. Typically, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to challenge your current assumptions about your situation. I specialize in people experiencing anxiety, adjustment concerns around life transitions, and personality disorders. I am trauma informed and can help you realize how past traumas are impacting your mental health today, and strategies to cope better and calm the mind and body. I am a single mom to three children one adult, and two elementary age.

Many of the women I work with are extremely capable and successful in their careers, yet they feel frustrated that food seems to be the one area of life they cannot fully control. Emotional eating often develops as a response to stress, exhaustion, or emotional overload. In our work together we explore the deeper patterns driving these behaviors so you can develop a healthier relationship with food and feel confident in your body again. I also provide specialized coaching programs for clients who want to go deeper into transforming their relationship with food and building sustainable health habits. Using my signature Release It Now!TM 5-Step Process, I help clients heal from the inside out — restoring peace, self-worth, confidence, and emotional resilience. When you heal the emotional roots beneath your behaviors, lasting freedom follows. How I Help: The Release and Heal It Now!TM 5-Step Process This isn’t a quick fix. It’s a proven, structured, and compassionate method to help you identify, heal, and release the underlying causes of your emotional and behavioral struggles — creating room for a healthier, happier you. 1️⃣ REVEAL: Uncover What’s Really Going On Emotional Eating, anxiety, depression, stress, and burnout are symptoms of deeper emotional wounds and unhelpful thought patterns. 2️⃣ RELEASE: Let Go of Limiting Beliefs and Emotional Blocks This creates space for healthier beliefs and habits to take root. 3️⃣ REPROGRAM: Reshape Your Thoughts, Rewire Your Reactions Your brain can be retrained. In this phase, we’ll install new, empowering thought patterns and coping strategies. 4️⃣ RESTORE: Build Sustainable, Healthy Habits Healing isn’t just mental — it’s physical and emotional too. Together, we’ll create simple, sustainable habits. 5️⃣ REJOICE: Celebrate Progress, Foster Gratitude, Live Joyfully Recovery isn’t linear — it’s about progress, not perfection.

Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with individuals of all ages. I am licensed in Illinois, Missouri, Florida, Georgia and Arizona. I have over fourteen years of experience in helping individuals with depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, self-esteem, and relationship issues. I often practice as a Christian counselor, however, I work with individuals from all faith backgrounds with a non-judgmental approach. I know that taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage. I am proud of you for taking this step and look forward to walking along side of you on your journey.

I’m a therapist who believes in meeting you with warmth, respect, and genuine care right where you are. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to be yourself, talk openly, and feel truly understood. I hope to support you in finding steadiness during difficult times, strengthening your confidence, and helping you reconnect with your own resilience so you can move through life with greater clarity and self-trust.

I believe in working collaboratively with you to help you define the tools needed to overcome obstacles, deescalate situations, make better choices and negotiate positive outcomes to be the best you can be. My goal is to help you grow, regain peace, joy and healing in your life by providing nonjudgmental counseling, partnership, empathy, encouragement and support to achieve wellness.

My name is Sarah Landers. In my personal life I have may hats, but in my role as your potential therapist I am here to help you reach your mental health goals. I value creating a space where you feel you can share openly and without judgement. My goal for you in therapy with me is to see you grow. I will help teach you coping skills and ways to change behaviors or thoughts as needed. I will listen to any stressors or problems that you need to share. I can also assist you through any hardships or traumas in our past that might have hung around longer than you'd like. I have years of experience working in various levels of our mental health system to help you with your needs on multiple levels.

am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Missouri. I received my B.A. in Psychology from the University of Missouri - Kansas City in 2009. In 2013, I received my M.A. in Counseling from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. I have worked in the mental health field for over 14 years and have been a licensed professional counselor for 11 of those years. I am a wife and mother who is passionate about enriching the lives of people who struggle with showing up for themselves daily especially as it pertains to self-care and mental health.

Hi, I'm Lindsay. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. Conflict is an unavoidable part of life. Sometimes we see it slowly building over time, and other times it arrives unexpectedly through a significant life event. These challenges can lead to anxiety, depression, trauma, or a decline in self-esteem. They may affect our relationships, daily functioning, and overall sense of well-being. At times, they can even cause us to seek comfort in unhealthy ways. While conflict is a natural part of life, growth and healing often begin when we are willing to face it. My goal is to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges, move forward from difficult experiences, and develop healthier, more effective ways of coping. I believe every person possesses unique strengths, and my approach focuses on identifying and building upon those strengths while working collaboratively to create meaningful solutions and achieve personal goals. Whether you are facing a current struggle, working through a past experience, or simply seeking greater balance in your life, I strive to provide a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where growth and positive change can occur.

Hello, I’m Victoria, a dedicated mental health therapist with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. I’m passionate about helping people navigate emotional struggles, build resilience, and develop effective coping strategies for long-term well-being. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with a wide range of populations—from children and adolescents to adults and geriatric clients. This diverse experience has deepened my understanding of the unique needs at every stage of life, allowing me to offer compassionate, personalized care tailored to your specific goals. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, I’m here to support you with empathy, expertise, and evidence-based approaches. I look forward to working together on your journey toward healing and greater emotional wellness.

I provide the validation, support, and space to help individuals and families explore their strengths and improve the cycles that make them unhappy. I am action oriented and direct, while leaving space for self-exploration and growth in a warm and nurturing environment. I counsel individuals, couples, and families and specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, family conflict, divorce, and self esteem issues.

Hi! My name is Leahanna McDonald and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)! I received my Masters from the University of Southern Indiana and have been serving children and families since 2014. I support children, teens, and caregivers during high stressors of life transitions such as divorce, separation, parenting conflicts, high conflict divorce, custody changes, and changes in family dynamics.

I believe that every person possesses the inner strength and resources needed to find happiness and healing. As a transgender woman, I understand both the internal and external forces that can stir self-doubt, amplify fear, and lead to deep feelings of loneliness and uncertainty. I also know—through both personal and professional experience—that self-acceptance and joy are not only possible, but also within reach. Science consistently shows that those who seek support often find meaningful relief and lasting change. I bring to my practice a mindfulness-based approach grounded in compassion, presence, and affirmation. My work is especially focused on serving the LGBTQAI+ community, though I warmly welcome anyone seeking an empathic, nonjudgmental partner in their journey toward a more fulfilling life. In addition to my clinical work, I have served as an adjunct and visiting professor at Washington University in St. Louis, and as professor and dean of the Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies. My academic and clinical experiences have always been deeply interconnected, and both continue to inform my commitment to human dignity, resilience, and transformation.

Having 20 + years of experience in the counseling field, I enjoy helping people improve marriage and family relationships, and I am passionate about working alongside individuals to overcome anxiety, depression, ADHD, and sexual addiction. Often, this can happen in a short-term time frame. I work with individuals to overcome everyday and complex challenges. From a therapeutic perspective, I bring in both Christian principles and psychology into my practice and help identify personal strengths and solutions for creating treatment goals.

Hi! I’m a licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in state of Missouri and Licensed clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in state of Illinois. I received my masters from Chicago School of Professional Psychology and have been practicing for 15 years. I have worked in psychiatric hospital, Court house/jail, and outpatient treatment with all ages 13-90’s. My clients describe me as a compassionate, good communication skills, encouraging and cultural competence.