Therapists in Missouri

Find the best therapist in Missouri for your needs on Grow Therapy. With 29 verified therapists in Missouri, you can connect with licensed professionals who are currently accepting new patients. Grow Therapy verifies and credentials each Missouri therapist to ensure they are active, available, and aligned with your needs. Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, Missouri’s therapists offer compassionate, personalized care tailored to your unique circumstances.

Availability updated: 11/22/2025

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Bruce C Miller

LCSW, 15 years of experience

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Open-minded

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Parenting
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
+4
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.
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Caleb Meyers

LMFT, 5 years of experience

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
+8
As a marriage and family therapist, I specialize in helping people improve family and other intimate relationships. We deserve to feel loved and connected in our family and especially in our marriage. I also have extensive experience helping people overcome their fears and anxiety. I enjoy helping empower people to live a fuller life where anxiety is an after-thought instead of the first thought. I've been seeing clients since 2020.
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Carrie Allen

LPC, 9 years of experience

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Specialties

Parenting
Eating Disorders
LGBTQ
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Hi, I’m Carrie Allen, MS, LPC, NCC — a trauma therapist, creative soul, and lifelong student of what it means to be human. I’m licensed in Alabama, Missouri, Texas, and Florida, and I specialize in helping clients untangle the effects of trauma, stress, and relational pain so they can reconnect with their sense of self, safety, and purpose. My work is grounded in trauma-informed care, combining science, compassion, and a healthy dose of humor. I draw from Trauma-Focused CBT, Attachment-Based Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Child-Parent Psychotherapy (I’m trained, not certified, in CPP). These approaches allow me to meet clients where they are—whether that’s building emotional safety, rewriting old narratives, or learning how to regulate the nervous system and reengage with life on your own terms. Therapy with me is collaborative, relational, and real. You won’t get a blank stare or a “how does that make you feel?” on repeat. I show up as a human first and a therapist second—curious, grounded, and genuinely invested in helping you move toward healing that actually lasts. Together, we’ll explore how your past experiences shape your present patterns, and how to build a future that feels aligned with who you’re becoming. Outside of sessions, I recharge through writing, gaming, crocheting, and wandering in nature. I’m a proud stepmom to two amazing girls, a lover of deep conversations, and a firm believer that healing often shows up in the small, ordinary moments—cooking dinner, laughing with friends, or finally exhaling after a long day. If we work together, you can expect honesty, empathy, and the occasional well-timed laugh. I’ll challenge you when it’s needed, hold space when it’s heavy, and remind you that you are not broken—you’re growing.
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Stef ONeill

LPC, 15 years of experience

Authentic

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
+10
I am a therapist who integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to support clients in navigating challenges with anxiety, OCD, and related concerns. My experience as a teacher, school-based mental health counselor, and parent has shaped a well-rounded and practical approach to therapy, allowing me to connect with clients and families from multiple perspectives. In addition, I am trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), a parent-based treatment program designed to help children and adolescents struggling with anxiety and OCD. While children do not attend SPACE sessions, they are always at the heart of the work, with parents empowered as the agents of change.
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Jessica Beaston

LPC, 18 years of experience

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Intelligent
Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Parenting
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
+7
I am a compassionate and trauma-informed therapist specializing in supporting women who face challenges with self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, and the pressures of daily life. My approach is collaborative and strength-based, creating a safe space where clients can reconnect with their authentic selves. Together, we work to quiet the inner critic, foster self-compassion, and build practical coping skills that empower emotional resilience. I’m dedicated to guiding clients through life’s transitions with clarity and courage, blending evidence-based techniques with empathy to help create lasting, meaningful change. I also have over 15 years of experience helping high school students as a school counselor. I have certifications in School Counseling Leadership, Anxiety & Stress Management, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. I'm fully licensed mental health therapist in the States of Illinois and Missouri.
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Jacinda Rea

LCSW, 11 years of experience

Warm
Empowering

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Depression
+8
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist in Missouri and Oklahoma with over 10 years of experience. I work with individuals, navigating a variety of struggles, including anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that healing happens in connection. My approach is warm, client centered, and grounded in respect for each person’s unique journey. I’m passionate about helping clients explore their challenges, discover their inner strengths, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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Mitra Pedram

LCSW, 10 years of experience

New to Grow

Solution oriented
Authentic

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Depression
+10
My approach to therapy is collaborative and compassionate, recognizing that healing looks different for everyone. I draw primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and culturally sensitive approaches to create a space that honors each person’s unique story and identity. I have worked in the mental health field for more than ten years, supporting adolescents, adults, and families through challenges related to mental health, challenging family dynamics, life changes, and substance use.
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Brooke Malensek

LPC, 13 years of experience

Holistic
Intelligent

Specialties

Parenting
ADHD
Anxiety
+9
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maine, Missouri, Oregon, and Washington with over 12 years of experience. I work with individuals navigating ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel safe to share your thoughts and experiences openly. I believe seeking therapy is a brave step toward growth and healing, and I am committed to empowering you with the tools and strategies you need to build a more balanced, fulfilling life.
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Sasha Quarles

LCSW, 5 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Depression
+7
I am a therapist dedicated to helping individuals heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. I integrate EMDR, motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, and psychodynamic approaches to support clients in understanding their experiences and creating lasting change. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in compassion—I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them at their own pace. Whether you’re working through trauma, life transitions, or simply seeking deeper self-understanding, I provide a safe space to explore, heal, and thrive.
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Cathy McMullen

LCSW, 8 years of experience

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Depression
+7
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.
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Dalton Brown

LPC, 2 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+10
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I’ve had the opportunity to work with people from many different walks of life. I often work with clients facing challenges like addiction, PTSD, anxiety, life transitions, and so on. I truly believe that change is possible for anyone who wants it. Growth starts with that first step. My role is to help you take it with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
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Kiara Ohle

LCSW, 12 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Grief
+10
I am a clinical social worker with over 12 years of therapeutic experience working with children, adults and families in the non-profit sector. Prior, I worked as an assistant teacher in an early childhood center, social worker in hospital advocacy and foster care agency. I have spent the last few years of my career supporting individuals and families on their journey of “who am I?” and “who are WE?” My therapy services provide a space for individuals and/or families to explore these facets of themselves and integrate their lived experiences while fostering hope and connection in the present and future. Within the last 5 years, some of my client focus has been working with individuals who identify their parenting reactivity as a struggle. At times parenting can be lead with ones own childhood, leaving the relationship with your child of any ability, neurotypical, neurodivergent and/or medically complex, in disconnection. Finding spaces that can hold the complexity of this experience is vital in our growth as parents. When we experience too much, too soon, too fast and/or not enough for too long it impacts our ability to feel heard, be seen and feel valued through connection. Therapy offers a space in which these parts can express themselves allowing for internal shifts that have an impact on how the world is navigated. Embracing who we are takes tremendous bravery and compassion
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Michelle Park

LPC, 4 years of experience

Specialties

Parenting
ADHD
Anxiety
+10
Hello and welcome to your mental health therapy journey. You’re about to embark on a meaningful path of self-discovery, growth, and healing. I would be honored to walk alongside you. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a deep passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges and uncover their inner strengths. Long before I earned my credentials, I have always felt I was a counselor. Formal training only deepened my understanding and sharpened my skills. Outside the therapy room, I’m a storyteller at heart and a collector of hobbies many of which involve craft projects I’ve enthusiastically started (and occasionally forgotten). I bring creativity, curiosity, and compassion into my practice, and I look forward to supporting you as you explore what it means to thrive.
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Jamie Skyta

LPC, 9 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+7
As a Christian counselor, my commitment is to help you in a way that prioritizes your faith into your healing. Together we will identify the patterns that are holding you back and work toward practical steps for lasting change. Whether you’re navigating the impact of trauma, struggling with anxiety, or adjusting to life’s unexpected turns, I will come alongside you with compassion and guidance rooted in both professional expertise and faith.
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Joanna Bissell

LCSW, 10 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
+5
I'd describe myself as being a genuine, compassionate and warm therapist who can still be direct and challenge you when necessary. I like to take a creative approach to your treatment goals, incorporating bits and pieces of things I think may be helpful, BUT I like to let my clients guide sessions as much as possible, so I frequently check in to see where you need to go on any given day, while also steering us toward productive areas.
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Danielle Williams

LPC, 8 years of experience

Warm
Empowering
Authentic

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Depression
+10
Welcome! I'm Danielle. Take a moment to acknowledge you've taken the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest - starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time. Try as we might, sometimes happiness and contentment always seem just out of reach. Depression, anxiety and stress can make getting out of bed in the morning a daunting task. Troubles in your relationship or conflict in the family can make you feel helpless or overwhelmed. Creating a daily routine using strategies that ground you and support moving forward in areas where you feel stuck. Improving your outlook on life to see past the stressful events that feel overwhelming. Talking through challenges and learning different ways to look at something in order to make progress, even when feeling depressed and anxious. As a therapist, it is my goal for clients to feel empowered and supported as we navigate through your journey to healing and wellness. I’m passionate about approaching therapy in a client centered way, and want each session to take you exactly where you need in that moment. My therapy approach is warm and accepting, focusing on establishing overall wellness. Therapy can seem daunting, we will go at a pace that is comfortable for you and discuss the topics you want. What are the tension points? Let's talk about those and develop a daily routine that grounds you and allows you to feel more in control of your life. I am here to listen and encourage you as you talk to support your healing and recovery.
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Elizabeth Jensema

LCSW, 20 years of experience

New to Grow

Specialties

Parenting
Addiction
Anxiety
+10
Hello there, I’m Elizabeth Jensema. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing social work for 20 years. I enjoy helping adults struggling with their mental health and also those struggling with addiction. My goal is to meet you where you are at and to help you achieve goals that are meaningful to you. I like to have fun with humor, stay positive, and focus on moving forward one day at a time. I feel it's important to provide support and the reassurance that you are not alone, we are all struggling. I hope I can help you to feel comfortable and supported.
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Latona Burns

LPC, 13 years of experience

Warm
Direct

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Depression
+7
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.
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dolly Lewis

LPC, 18 years of experience

Empowering
Open-minded

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
+9
For over 15 years, I’ve had the honor of walking alongside people through some of the most challenging and meaningful moments of their lives. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri, my role is not to “fix” anyone — it’s to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, reconnect with your inner strength, and create the changes that matter most to you. I believe that healing doesn’t always come from having the right answers — sometimes, it begins with the right questions, honest reflection, and the courage to show up just as you are.
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Sarah Mossa

LPC, 20 years of experience

Intelligent
Authentic
Empowering

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+4
Anxiety & Sleeplessness Fear, insomnia, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we work towards increasing sleep time, decreasing panic or anxiety attacks or symptoms, fully understanding where overwhelming emotions stem from, and how to move towards being your best self. Relationships Relationship counseling can be beneficial to couples who are looking to strengthen their emotional connection, in all stages of their relationship. Therapy sessions are held with both partners and is a supportive place to discuss issues and solutions to better strengthen your relationship. Trauma and Healing Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger after post-traumatic events. We work together through these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing.
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Susan Ennis

LCSW, 20 years of experience

Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic

Specialties

Parenting
ADHD
Anxiety
+10
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.
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Andrea Onukwue

LCSW, 25 years of experience

Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+10
Freedom of mind. Don’t let worrying, about your past or current life stressors take up any more free real estate in your mind. Worrying offers NO RETURN on your investment. I’m Andrea Onukwue! It’s a pleasure and privilege to welcome you to Freed Mind Consulting, LLC. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Psychotherapy Privileges licensed to practice independently in the states of MO and NY. For the past five years, I've had my full-time private practice. Over the past 20 years, I’ve practiced in a variety of settings and contexts as a practitioner, C-suite executive employee assistance consultant, and senior executive leader. I’m dually credentialed as a psychotherapist and educational leader. I know people and have extensive experience journeying with individuals from all walks of life, as they seek greater clarity, wellness, fulfillment, and peace. My clients describe me as: Honest, easy to talk to, and highly competent in providing goal-directed care that achieves results. Levity and life application are always an integrated aspect of normalizing the treatment experience. My approach emphasizes cultivating a freed mindset as essential to a healthy, productive, and enjoyable life. It also emphasizes improving communication, managing expectations, and establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries in interpersonal connections. Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is: Your telehealth session can occur in your own indoor or outdoor private space as long as you have a stable connection, are comfortable, and not operating a vehicle in your state of residence.
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Tracie Berry-McGhee

LPC, 25 years of experience

Empowering
Warm

Specialties

Parenting
Depression
Self Esteem
+9
I am a licensed professional counselor, from MO. My private practice is ImaniTherapy. I work specifically with women and teen girls with over 25 years of experience! I utilize the cognitive behavioral therapy and client centered approach to focus on interpersonal issues, self-esteem, depression and overall life transitions. I’m honored to hold space to allow you to grow through life to be the best version of yourself. I am a coffee, sunflower lover, wife and mother of three! I am a speaker and wellness advocate. I offer virtual and in person individual therapy, and support groups in my private practice. I am also an educational consultant and I host women- centered retreats. I travel often . This is my life work. I am an “EmpowerNista” empowering women and girls all over the world! However, my best work is being intentional in the providing my clients the attention needed to be transparent, to be heard, validated and empowered to live a purposeful, defining, fulfilling life. Sis, you got this!
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Vanessa Albergo

LCSW, 20 years of experience

Authentic
Warm
Direct

Specialties

Parenting
ADHD
Anxiety
+10
Hello, my name is Vanessa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in Florida, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Carolina. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and I provide counseling in both languages to best support my clients’ needs. My professional background in mental health began during my undergraduate and graduate studies, where I gained experience working with children through the Department of Children & Families, with older adults in skilled nursing facilities, and with adolescents in group homes. Over the years, I have expanded my work to include diverse populations and settings. I served as a Nurse Navigator at one of the largest cancer hospitals in South Florida, providing counseling and advocacy for oncology patients and their families. I have also worked with adults in inpatient rehabilitation for substance use treatment, facilitated care for court-ordered clients, and supported outpatient clients within the LGBTQ+ community. I draw from multiple evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and individualized treatment planning. My focus is to meet clients where they are, help them return to a baseline where they feel comfortable and capable, and empower them to navigate life’s challenges. I consider myself open-minded, compassionate, and deeply empathetic. My mantra is simple: I am here for you. My role is to walk alongside you, provide tools and support, and help you manage both daily stressors and long-standing challenges. Life can feel like a roller coaster—full of unexpected changes, emotions, and pressures—but with the right support, it’s possible to find balance, peace, and overall well-being.
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Aida M Girod

LPC, 15 years of experience

Warm
Intelligent
Direct

Specialties

Parenting
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+10
I was born and raised in Puerto Rico and 25 years ago I moved to Florida where I currently reside. I graduated in 2005 from Florida International University with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. At the present time, I hold 9 state licenses that allows me to to provide Tele-health counseling in other states besides Florida; Texas, South Carolina, Georgia, Arizona, Missouri, Utah and Michigan, Massachusetts. I am also bilingual (English and Spanish) and I have more than 15 years of experience in the mental health and social services arena.
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Peggy Bissing

LPC, 8 years of experience

Empowering
Direct
Authentic

Specialties

Parenting
ADHD
Anxiety
+11
Hello, my name is Peggy Bissing and I am licensed professional counselor in Texas, Missouri and Alaska. I am a licensed chemical dependency counselor in the state of Texas and Mental Behavioral Telehealth Counselor in Idaho. I have often told my client's that my soul's purpose on earth is to prevent suffering and to help people live happier lives. I am excited to assist you on your healing journey.
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Dianna Neal

LCSW, 30 years of experience

Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct

Specialties

Parenting
Addiction
Couples Counseling
+10
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in TN MS, and MO. My office is based in MS. I received my Master's in Social Work from the University of Missouri, at Columbia in 2013. I have been practicing in the field for 12 years and I have over 25 years of combined and progressive work experience in medical and behavioral healthcare settings. I am a Certified Mindfulness Trainer, and I am also a Training and Education Specialist.
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Derrick Wright

LCSW, 8 years of experience

Solution oriented
Direct
Challenging

Specialties

Parenting
Addiction
Sexual Abuse
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Hello, I am licensed in California, Illinois, and Missouri. I have experience in helping teens, adults, couples, families, veterans, and military personnel with stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of shame, blame, or judgment. You are encouraged to take the first step to seek a more fulfilling and happier life, it takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Professional experience and additional areas of focus: Adoption and Foster Care, Cancer, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Impulsivity, Men's Issues, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Post-traumatic Stress, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Young Adult Issues Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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Tiffany Shaw

LCSW, 29 years of experience

Specialties

Parenting
Couples Counseling
Family Conflict
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I have been a Social Worker for 29 years. I have a bachelor's and master's in Social Work. My primary employment has been with the Department of Children and Family Services for 24 years. I have worked in the capacity of a child protection investigator, a foster care worker, an adoption worker, a child welfare supervisor of all field programs, a child welfare manager, and as a statewide child welfare trainer. As a social worker, my PRN employment includes hospitals (6yrs) mental health and substance abuse (6yrs), hospice (1yr), schools, nursing homes, and assisted living. I am a TBRI practitioner and adoption competent. As a therapist, I am well-rounded with experience and knowledge in many domains. You are the expert of your own life and no one can fix you, but you. The client-therapist relationship is a partnership in healing. My mother was a social worker and I give her homage to the social worker in me.
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Why filter by Missouri rather than a city like Kansas City?

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in the state. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Missouri from Saint Louis to Springfield! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Missouri.

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Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.