Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Missouri
![Photo of Carol Love, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b9346513-beb1-475e-a95e-796348625951/2/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in working with families who have had, or are going through a divorce or parental separation. Chronic conflict will have a lasting negative effect on you and your children BUT if you are able to manage your emotions and parent successfully, you and your children can thrive in the future. It is important to develop a good coparenting relationship and make sure your children have the support they need to deal with divorce/separation issues. In order to facilitate a positive outcome for families, I provide Coparent Counseling, Family Therapy, Reunification Therapy Group and Individual Therapy (adult and child).
I specialize in working with families who have had, or are going through a divorce or parental separation. Chronic conflict will have a lasting negative effect on you and your children BUT if you are able to manage your emotions and parent successfully, you and your children can thrive in the future. It is important to develop a good coparenting relationship and make sure your children have the support they need to deal with divorce/separation issues. In order to facilitate a positive outcome for families, I provide Coparent Counseling, Family Therapy, Reunification Therapy Group and Individual Therapy (adult and child).
![Photo of Laura Dixon, MA, LPC, LCPC, RBT, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b5aaff9e-5ed3-4fb5-8985-49d6868ba074/1/320x400.jpeg)
Laura Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, RBT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64114
Waitlist for new clients
Do you wish there was someone out there that understood you? Do you feel separate from others, different somehow and struggle to find someone to relate to? Possibly you feel inauthentic in your relationships with others or in the roles that you find yourself in. Human connection is something that we all need and strive for and yet is difficult to obtain at times especially with our fast-paced, individual-centric lives. The therapeutic relationship can provide a safe space to explore identities, challenge obstacles to connection and learn to overcome our difficulties in new and exciting ways.
Do you wish there was someone out there that understood you? Do you feel separate from others, different somehow and struggle to find someone to relate to? Possibly you feel inauthentic in your relationships with others or in the roles that you find yourself in. Human connection is something that we all need and strive for and yet is difficult to obtain at times especially with our fast-paced, individual-centric lives. The therapeutic relationship can provide a safe space to explore identities, challenge obstacles to connection and learn to overcome our difficulties in new and exciting ways.
![Photo of Kevin Jones, LPC, NCC, EFT-A, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/176ea4c7-02ad-46a2-ad6c-47af102312c9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kevin Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, EFT-A
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
O Fallon, MO 63366
In the diverse landscape of therapeutic support, my practice stands out for its commitment to fostering growth and healing across life's spectrum. I am dedicated to helping both individuals and couples as they face a range of challenges, ensuring that each aspect of my work—from navigating relationship dynamics to addressing personal issues like OCD, anxiety, and boundary-setting—is approached with equal focus and expertise. (Currently accepting United Healthcare and Aetna insurance)
In the diverse landscape of therapeutic support, my practice stands out for its commitment to fostering growth and healing across life's spectrum. I am dedicated to helping both individuals and couples as they face a range of challenges, ensuring that each aspect of my work—from navigating relationship dynamics to addressing personal issues like OCD, anxiety, and boundary-setting—is approached with equal focus and expertise. (Currently accepting United Healthcare and Aetna insurance)
![Photo of Kristen Ernst, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/85c27280-2bc1-4473-a0a1-26ca6ce98f54/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kristen Ernst
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, MO 63301
Taking the steps to find a therapist is a courageous leap in your journey. I take pride in helping clients process difficult emotions and create a secure sense of self. Your issue, need, or goal will be unique, but I strive to provide a safe space to assist you in this difficult process.
Taking the steps to find a therapist is a courageous leap in your journey. I take pride in helping clients process difficult emotions and create a secure sense of self. Your issue, need, or goal will be unique, but I strive to provide a safe space to assist you in this difficult process.
![Photo of Nichelle M Hardy - Alongside Counseling, Incorporated, MA, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/469d6a60-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Alongside Counseling, Incorporated
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63146
I am president of Alongside Counseling, Inc., a Licensed Professional Counselor engaged in private practice. I have been licensed since 2008 and approved to supervise counselors since 2014 by the state of Missouri; certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors; trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy [EMDR], Emotional Freedom Technique and/or Energy Therapy [EFT] and Dialectical Behavior Therapy [DBT]. I earned Masters of Arts degrees from both Lindenwood University and Covenant Theological Seminary.
I am president of Alongside Counseling, Inc., a Licensed Professional Counselor engaged in private practice. I have been licensed since 2008 and approved to supervise counselors since 2014 by the state of Missouri; certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors; trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy [EMDR], Emotional Freedom Technique and/or Energy Therapy [EFT] and Dialectical Behavior Therapy [DBT]. I earned Masters of Arts degrees from both Lindenwood University and Covenant Theological Seminary.
![Photo of Lisa Doyle, MA, CRADC, DVI, SQP, DOT, Drug & Alcohol Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ce8c760-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Lisa Doyle
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, CRADC, DVI, SQP, DOT
Verified Verified
Saint Joseph, MO 64506
Offering assessments days, evenings and weekends virtually telephonically or in person
Offering assessments days, evenings and weekends virtually telephonically or in person
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Barbara Longan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Joplin, MO 64804
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy provides a safe place to increase understanding, to learn how to make positive changes, to resolve problems, to heal from painful situations, or to simply feel better. I believe these things occur best when an individual is in a non-judgmental environment where they are treated with dignity and respect. I strive to provide just that to my clients. I want people to feel relaxed and supported when working with me. Life, with all its challenges, is difficult enough. The therapeutic process should be as easy as possible.
Therapy provides a safe place to increase understanding, to learn how to make positive changes, to resolve problems, to heal from painful situations, or to simply feel better. I believe these things occur best when an individual is in a non-judgmental environment where they are treated with dignity and respect. I strive to provide just that to my clients. I want people to feel relaxed and supported when working with me. Life, with all its challenges, is difficult enough. The therapeutic process should be as easy as possible.
![Photo of Chuck Franks, MA, LCSW, CST, CST-S, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f489aaa-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Chuck Franks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, CST, CST-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64116
My clients find it empowering to not just talk about a problem but also to create ways of coping through learning new skills and allowing new perspectives. I help clients who want to be truly authentic. Sexuality and the pursuit of our sexual health is important as we strive to integrate our expression into our relationships. I help individuals incorporate their true selves into their relationships. My specialties are sexual problems, issues of sexual identity/orientation, consensual non-monogamy, out of control sexual behavior more commonly known as sex or porn addiction.
My clients find it empowering to not just talk about a problem but also to create ways of coping through learning new skills and allowing new perspectives. I help clients who want to be truly authentic. Sexuality and the pursuit of our sexual health is important as we strive to integrate our expression into our relationships. I help individuals incorporate their true selves into their relationships. My specialties are sexual problems, issues of sexual identity/orientation, consensual non-monogamy, out of control sexual behavior more commonly known as sex or porn addiction.
![Photo of Sandra DeAtley, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9d3f4c32-d9a9-4767-b5ec-47c6c603de45/2/320x400.png)
Sandra DeAtley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63127 (Online Only)
Welcome to my practice! My name is Sandy DeAtley, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have 10 years of experience working directly with clients seeking positive change. My approach is always person-centered, and trauma informed. I work towards building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each client so that we can find the best method of treatment tailored to the individual. I have worked with diverse client populations in many walks of life but have the most experience with addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Welcome to my practice! My name is Sandy DeAtley, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have 10 years of experience working directly with clients seeking positive change. My approach is always person-centered, and trauma informed. I work towards building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each client so that we can find the best method of treatment tailored to the individual. I have worked with diverse client populations in many walks of life but have the most experience with addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
![Photo of Eric Barnhart, LPC, MC, MEd, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7611f85e-49af-4879-95ef-b1098cac3bac/1/320x400.jpeg)
Every individual has experienced internal conflict regarding their mental health. Some of those we navigate just fine on our own and that is awesome! Other times we need some guidance, new ideas on how to effectively communicate, affirmations that we "do hard things", or to have our views on a situation challenged so we can come back with greater understanding and additional empathy.
Every individual has experienced internal conflict regarding their mental health. Some of those we navigate just fine on our own and that is awesome! Other times we need some guidance, new ideas on how to effectively communicate, affirmations that we "do hard things", or to have our views on a situation challenged so we can come back with greater understanding and additional empathy.
![Photo of Alyssa Edwards, MA, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/16005426-52be-459a-9fbe-02cbb9dce921/3/320x400.jpeg)
As a counselor, my goal is to provide my clients the space and support which help them feel safe and comfortable to feel, think, change, grow and explore. I utilize a warm, empathetic, motivational and encouraging style of communication with my clients in order to help them seek changes and growth they desire for they lives. I utilize many theories and techniques from multiple types of therapy in order to find the best fit for each individual client. I also utilize humor (when appropriate) when you need someone to share joy with. Please see below for my specializations.
As a counselor, my goal is to provide my clients the space and support which help them feel safe and comfortable to feel, think, change, grow and explore. I utilize a warm, empathetic, motivational and encouraging style of communication with my clients in order to help them seek changes and growth they desire for they lives. I utilize many theories and techniques from multiple types of therapy in order to find the best fit for each individual client. I also utilize humor (when appropriate) when you need someone to share joy with. Please see below for my specializations.
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The Community Reach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, LPC, PLPC, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgeton, MO 63044
We are a group of clinicians with mental health practitioners with a wealth of experience and knowledge in field. Our professionals are dedicated to supporting clients on their journey to wellness. Our areas of treatment include: trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, life transitions, and more. Our services are client centered. We also provide therapy for individuals with limited financial resources through the sliding scale program. We offer free parenting, grief, postpartum, and social skills (Pre K-5th grade) groups
We are a group of clinicians with mental health practitioners with a wealth of experience and knowledge in field. Our professionals are dedicated to supporting clients on their journey to wellness. Our areas of treatment include: trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, life transitions, and more. Our services are client centered. We also provide therapy for individuals with limited financial resources through the sliding scale program. We offer free parenting, grief, postpartum, and social skills (Pre K-5th grade) groups
![Photo of Edward Donald Flynn, ABS, MA, LPC, NBCCH, DBTC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40bb6963-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Edward Donald Flynn
Licensed Professional Counselor, ABS, MA, LPC, NBCCH, DBTC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63129
I am a nationally certified DBT therapist. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is my orientation and specialty. My orientation and personal experiences have inspired me to work toward the treatment of clients struggling with childhood trauma, PTSD, anxiousness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, relationship issues, LGBTQ concerns, NSSI(Self-Injury) and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I am a nationally certified DBT therapist. Dialectical Behavior Therapy is my orientation and specialty. My orientation and personal experiences have inspired me to work toward the treatment of clients struggling with childhood trauma, PTSD, anxiousness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, relationship issues, LGBTQ concerns, NSSI(Self-Injury) and Borderline Personality Disorder.
![Photo of Paige Elizabeth Schmittling, MA, PLPC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8a0631b4-bf2f-43c1-be9a-72751068767c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Paige Elizabeth Schmittling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chesterfield, MO 63017
NO Waitlist! I am currently licensed as a PLPC and received my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri. I am dedicated to creating a space for ALL people to feel safe and supported where we can work through the challenges of life together. Helping people work through life transitions and finding their strengths is what I love about being a therapist. I have a history of working in college student mental health and substance use.
NO Waitlist! I am currently licensed as a PLPC and received my Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri. I am dedicated to creating a space for ALL people to feel safe and supported where we can work through the challenges of life together. Helping people work through life transitions and finding their strengths is what I love about being a therapist. I have a history of working in college student mental health and substance use.
![Photo of Roian Marie Baalman, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/088d1484-8c40-492b-8a9c-500368ef0300/1/320x400.jpeg)
Roian Marie Baalman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63135 (Online Only)
I am here because I have been there. I want to pay what I have learned forward to you. I believe that educational experience, when coupled with life experience, breeds empathy without judgment. I needed more than anything to ensure all my pain was not in vain. So, I have over nine years of education in psychology and counseling, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stress, ADHD, and Alcohol and Drug Counseling. I will make sure we build a rapport with one another. I will listen actively to what you have to say.
I am here because I have been there. I want to pay what I have learned forward to you. I believe that educational experience, when coupled with life experience, breeds empathy without judgment. I needed more than anything to ensure all my pain was not in vain. So, I have over nine years of education in psychology and counseling, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stress, ADHD, and Alcohol and Drug Counseling. I will make sure we build a rapport with one another. I will listen actively to what you have to say.
![Photo of Leonor Stockwood, LSCSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ce9ed186-026c-4a40-96e6-ca7d6838ade1/8/320x400.jpeg)
Leonor Stockwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64110
My passion is to provide kids and adults with the help they need to navigate through difficult times whether it be related to family, school, mental health or substance use. As a licensed specialist clinical social worker, I have experience in a wide variety of support and counseling services, including assessment, crisis intervention, and individual, family and group therapy in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I have conducted anger management and substance abuse evaluations, and I have facilitated group treatment programs.
My passion is to provide kids and adults with the help they need to navigate through difficult times whether it be related to family, school, mental health or substance use. As a licensed specialist clinical social worker, I have experience in a wide variety of support and counseling services, including assessment, crisis intervention, and individual, family and group therapy in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I have conducted anger management and substance abuse evaluations, and I have facilitated group treatment programs.
![Photo of Emily Hansen, LPC , Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2166ed6f-2440-4d96-bf8b-6c0956f615e9/1/320x400.png)
Along with being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have been a Professional School Counselor for 14 years. I have experience working with school aged children all the way to late adulthood. My approach seems to work very well with a variety of life challenges, especially anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress, and life transitions.
Along with being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have been a Professional School Counselor for 14 years. I have experience working with school aged children all the way to late adulthood. My approach seems to work very well with a variety of life challenges, especially anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress, and life transitions.
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Dr. Reschke is a licensed psychologist who works with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and adjustment. Dr. Reschke uses a flexible individualized approach depending on the client and on the presenting issue. Frequently, she employs a cognitive-behavioral and problem-solving approach to assist her clients in developing coping strategies. Dr. Reschke sees clients for both short term therapy to address specific current difficulties, as well as longer term therapy for those clients who are struggling with life-long difficulties and/or prefer a more insight-oriented approach that explores their family of origin.
Dr. Reschke is a licensed psychologist who works with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and adjustment. Dr. Reschke uses a flexible individualized approach depending on the client and on the presenting issue. Frequently, she employs a cognitive-behavioral and problem-solving approach to assist her clients in developing coping strategies. Dr. Reschke sees clients for both short term therapy to address specific current difficulties, as well as longer term therapy for those clients who are struggling with life-long difficulties and/or prefer a more insight-oriented approach that explores their family of origin.
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Kathryn J Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64114
While there are many challenges to this life, there are also many ways to navigate better, therapy provides the space to learn to cope better, problem solve, heal, get motivated, improve our outlook, find strength and to just be heard. I love the saying "if we don't develop new coping skills then we default to the ineffective ones learned in childhood."
While there are many challenges to this life, there are also many ways to navigate better, therapy provides the space to learn to cope better, problem solve, heal, get motivated, improve our outlook, find strength and to just be heard. I love the saying "if we don't develop new coping skills then we default to the ineffective ones learned in childhood."
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Heartland Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
SPECIALIZING IN COUPLES/MARRIAGE COUNSELING... WE ARE THE RELATIONSHIP EXPERTS! Is your marriage or relationship failing? Maybe issues like cheating and infidelity have put a major strain on your relationship? Or maybe you're seeking individual help for Anxiety or Depression symptoms that are now controlling your life? Our trained experts offer Evidence-Based individual counseling for anxiety, depression, and many of life's emotional challenges.
SPECIALIZING IN COUPLES/MARRIAGE COUNSELING... WE ARE THE RELATIONSHIP EXPERTS! Is your marriage or relationship failing? Maybe issues like cheating and infidelity have put a major strain on your relationship? Or maybe you're seeking individual help for Anxiety or Depression symptoms that are now controlling your life? Our trained experts offer Evidence-Based individual counseling for anxiety, depression, and many of life's emotional challenges.