Therapists in 63045
Kandy M Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bridgeton, MO 63045 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My style is open, honest, warm, and down to earth! I derive from a few theoretical approaches-mostly cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused theories. I exhibit sensitivity and compassion towards your life challenges and strongly believe that there are workable solutions to all circumstances. I am available to assist you with your present lifestyle, set goals, and formulate a workable treatment plan. Along with your motivation and cooperation, we will work together to discover your strengths and abilities and apply those gifts to your everyday life so that you may reach your full potential.
My style is open, honest, warm, and down to earth! I derive from a few theoretical approaches-mostly cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused theories. I exhibit sensitivity and compassion towards your life challenges and strongly believe that there are workable solutions to all circumstances. I am available to assist you with your present lifestyle, set goals, and formulate a workable treatment plan. Along with your motivation and cooperation, we will work together to discover your strengths and abilities and apply those gifts to your everyday life so that you may reach your full potential.
Ebony Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgeton, MO 63045 (Online Only)
At Ebony Therapy we are dedicated to partnering with individuals in order to assist with navigating through life's challenges. We believe that you deserve a supportive and nonjudgmental space to explore issues that prevent you from being at your best. We are committed to ending stigma surrounding mental health treatment and increase awareness within marginalized communities. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you towards achieving your goals. Jasma Morris LPC is accepting new clients. Ebony Hutchinson LCSW is not accepting new clients.
At Ebony Therapy we are dedicated to partnering with individuals in order to assist with navigating through life's challenges. We believe that you deserve a supportive and nonjudgmental space to explore issues that prevent you from being at your best. We are committed to ending stigma surrounding mental health treatment and increase awareness within marginalized communities. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you towards achieving your goals. Jasma Morris LPC is accepting new clients. Ebony Hutchinson LCSW is not accepting new clients.
Virginia Eldridge is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2017. Virginia's therapeutic approach is focused on stress management, working through grief, depression, and anxiety with the use of interventions and techniques that help you to gain a new perspective on life. Outside of work, Virginia enjoys listening to music, dancing, and spending time with family and friends.
Virginia Eldridge is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2017. Virginia's therapeutic approach is focused on stress management, working through grief, depression, and anxiety with the use of interventions and techniques that help you to gain a new perspective on life. Outside of work, Virginia enjoys listening to music, dancing, and spending time with family and friends.
Gerald Bentley is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2013. He received his Master's degree in School and Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. Gerald works to build a safe and caring therapeutic relationship through a client centered approach. He strives to facilitate growth, self-awareness, and healing. He is a culturally competent therapist and a LGBTQIA ally that understands the importance of bringing cultural differences into the therapeutic process. Gerald is committed to learning and uses he knowledge to work with clients of a variety of backgrounds.
Gerald Bentley is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2013. He received his Master's degree in School and Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. Gerald works to build a safe and caring therapeutic relationship through a client centered approach. He strives to facilitate growth, self-awareness, and healing. He is a culturally competent therapist and a LGBTQIA ally that understands the importance of bringing cultural differences into the therapeutic process. Gerald is committed to learning and uses he knowledge to work with clients of a variety of backgrounds.
Darcel Tyson, LPC, is dedicated to encouraging, motivating, and challenging clients towards meaningful and lasting change. Serving the state of Missouri through LifeStance Health, Darcel offers a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgmental environment to support the therapeutic process. Believing that therapy is a collaborative effort, she works with clients to identify internal conflicts and barriers that may hinder personal growth. Together, they set goals and apply the necessary skills to improve the quality of life. Darcel is particularly passionate about treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma.
Darcel Tyson, LPC, is dedicated to encouraging, motivating, and challenging clients towards meaningful and lasting change. Serving the state of Missouri through LifeStance Health, Darcel offers a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgmental environment to support the therapeutic process. Believing that therapy is a collaborative effort, she works with clients to identify internal conflicts and barriers that may hinder personal growth. Together, they set goals and apply the necessary skills to improve the quality of life. Darcel is particularly passionate about treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma.
Lori Carr is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2011. She graduated from Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis with a Master's Degree in Counselor Education. Lori believes in meeting people where they are and utilizing evidence based practices to facilitate personal growth in her clients. She believes that individuals possess great inner strength that simply needs a channel for access. Her main areas of focus include treatment of trauma, concerns related to interpersonal relationships, and anger management. In her spare time, Lori enjoys cooking and spending time outdoors enjoying nature.
Lori Carr is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2011. She graduated from Missouri Baptist University in St. Louis with a Master's Degree in Counselor Education. Lori believes in meeting people where they are and utilizing evidence based practices to facilitate personal growth in her clients. She believes that individuals possess great inner strength that simply needs a channel for access. Her main areas of focus include treatment of trauma, concerns related to interpersonal relationships, and anger management. In her spare time, Lori enjoys cooking and spending time outdoors enjoying nature.
Kendra Palumbo is a Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2024. As a health care professional, Kendra understands how difficult accessing quality health care can be. Her aim as a provider is to provide an open and welcoming environment to all clients. Kendra is here to provide clients with a thorough psychiatric assessment while working alongside the client and/or their families to formulate a treatment plan that best fits their needs. When treating different psychiatric disorders, she utilizes different medications to target each clients specific needs.
Kendra Palumbo is a Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 2024. As a health care professional, Kendra understands how difficult accessing quality health care can be. Her aim as a provider is to provide an open and welcoming environment to all clients. Kendra is here to provide clients with a thorough psychiatric assessment while working alongside the client and/or their families to formulate a treatment plan that best fits their needs. When treating different psychiatric disorders, she utilizes different medications to target each clients specific needs.
Insecurities, traumas, relationship drama, emotional distress--sometimes we get stuck in life's junk and struggle to move beyond it, causing undue pain and suffering. If this has happened to you, you have the power to take back your peace of mind. Let me help you with that. I have a passion to help others work through life's difficulties to cultivate something better. I love working with people of all ages, and I specialize in working with teenagers, those transitioning to adulthood, and adults under 60.
Insecurities, traumas, relationship drama, emotional distress--sometimes we get stuck in life's junk and struggle to move beyond it, causing undue pain and suffering. If this has happened to you, you have the power to take back your peace of mind. Let me help you with that. I have a passion to help others work through life's difficulties to cultivate something better. I love working with people of all ages, and I specialize in working with teenagers, those transitioning to adulthood, and adults under 60.
Beth Volkman is a Licensed Clinical Counselor in the states of Missouri and Illinois. She graduated from Missouri State University in 1993 with a Bachelors of Science in Child and Family Development and from Central Missouri State University in 1997 with a Masters of Counseling. Beth has been in practice for over 20 years. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, walking her dog and gardening.
Beth Volkman is a Licensed Clinical Counselor in the states of Missouri and Illinois. She graduated from Missouri State University in 1993 with a Bachelors of Science in Child and Family Development and from Central Missouri State University in 1997 with a Masters of Counseling. Beth has been in practice for over 20 years. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, walking her dog and gardening.
M. Brett Woosley, LCSW M. Brett Woosley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri who has been practicing since 1992. He has an M.S. in Counseling from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and Certification from the Menninger Marriage and Family institute.
M. Brett Woosley, LCSW M. Brett Woosley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri who has been practicing since 1992. He has an M.S. in Counseling from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and Certification from the Menninger Marriage and Family institute.
Ada Williams, LPC, is dedicated to helping individuals navigate through life’s challenges with compassion and expertise. At LifeStance Health in Missouri, Ada offers therapy services to clients of all ages, from children to seniors, across diverse populations. Ada specializes in trauma-informed care, drawing from over 8 years of experience in community-based and school-based settings. Her extensive training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy equips her to address a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues.
Ada Williams, LPC, is dedicated to helping individuals navigate through life’s challenges with compassion and expertise. At LifeStance Health in Missouri, Ada offers therapy services to clients of all ages, from children to seniors, across diverse populations. Ada specializes in trauma-informed care, drawing from over 8 years of experience in community-based and school-based settings. Her extensive training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy equips her to address a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 63045
10+
Average cost per session
$87
Therapists in 63045 who prioritize treating:
100% | Depression |
91% | Anxiety |
91% | Trauma and PTSD |
73% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Grief |
64% | ADHD |
55% | Child |
Average years in practice
17 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
100% | ComPsych |
How Therapists in 63045 see their clients
82% | In Person and Online | |
18% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
73% | Female | |
27% | Male |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.