Family Therapy in Bolivar, MO
Andy Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, KPMT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bolivar, MO 65613 (Online Only)
If you or someone you know is struggling with parenting and child conduct issues, seeking counseling can be a brave step towards promoting positive change and well-being for your family.
My ideal client would be parents or caregivers seeking treatment for their children with behavioral, emotional, and social problems, such as ODD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other typical childhood issues. These clients would be interested in a parent training format for the treatments, indicating a willingness to actively participate in the therapy process and work collaboratively with the therapist. Additionally, the ideal client would be open to utilizing technology for teletherapy sessions, as my services are presented in an online therapy platform.
If you or someone you know is struggling with parenting and child conduct issues, seeking counseling can be a brave step towards promoting positive change and well-being for your family.
My ideal client would be parents or caregivers seeking treatment for their children with behavioral, emotional, and social problems, such as ODD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other typical childhood issues. These clients would be interested in a parent training format for the treatments, indicating a willingness to actively participate in the therapy process and work collaboratively with the therapist. Additionally, the ideal client would be open to utilizing technology for teletherapy sessions, as my services are presented in an online therapy platform.
Mandy Browning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bolivar, MO 65613
Waitlist for new clients
Life can present us with many unwanted and unexpected situations. Sometimes, it can be a traumatic situation, or maybe you are dealing with a child who has become withdrawn, not speaking, and is not socializing with the family. Perhaps you have some past trauma that has not been fully explored or resolved, or anxiety about the future. Whatever the circumstances, counseling may be able to help. I have worked with clients of all ages and with many different issues, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD as well as with patients experiencing past and current trauma.
Life can present us with many unwanted and unexpected situations. Sometimes, it can be a traumatic situation, or maybe you are dealing with a child who has become withdrawn, not speaking, and is not socializing with the family. Perhaps you have some past trauma that has not been fully explored or resolved, or anxiety about the future. Whatever the circumstances, counseling may be able to help. I have worked with clients of all ages and with many different issues, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD as well as with patients experiencing past and current trauma.
I have been providing individual, marriage and family mental health and substance abuse counseling in Springfield, MO since 1996.
Life is full of transitions. Changes in employment, relationship status, becoming a parent, the illness or death of a loved one, relocating or developing a health condition are some of the most challenging life transitions. Without adequate emotional support and healthy coping skills, the extra stress can lead to more serious physical or mental health problems. Depression, anxiety, insomnia, and relationship conflicts can appear or worsen as a result of not having knowledge of how to effectively cope with life changes. I educate and support my clients as we work to eliminate negative symptoms and develop a brighter future.
I have been providing individual, marriage and family mental health and substance abuse counseling in Springfield, MO since 1996.
Life is full of transitions. Changes in employment, relationship status, becoming a parent, the illness or death of a loved one, relocating or developing a health condition are some of the most challenging life transitions. Without adequate emotional support and healthy coping skills, the extra stress can lead to more serious physical or mental health problems. Depression, anxiety, insomnia, and relationship conflicts can appear or worsen as a result of not having knowledge of how to effectively cope with life changes. I educate and support my clients as we work to eliminate negative symptoms and develop a brighter future.
Melissa Rohrbach
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, CRADC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bolivar, MO 65613
I offer several services that include assessment, treatment planning, recovery support and case management in addition to counseling. My goal is to do whatever it takes to give you or your loved one the best chance for lasting recovery and improve well being of the whole person. The treatment methodologies utilized are time-tested and have consistently proven successful. I understand that the causes of addiction and mental health are complex and often multifaceted; I am here to guide those we serve and their families every step of the way.
I offer several services that include assessment, treatment planning, recovery support and case management in addition to counseling. My goal is to do whatever it takes to give you or your loved one the best chance for lasting recovery and improve well being of the whole person. The treatment methodologies utilized are time-tested and have consistently proven successful. I understand that the causes of addiction and mental health are complex and often multifaceted; I am here to guide those we serve and their families every step of the way.
At Compass Counseling, we are dedicated to providing responsive service to our clients, contacts and community. We have a diverse staff of professional counselors who are capable of meeting the most difficult counseling needs. We seek to develop cooperative relationships with everyone involved in the client's care to maximize the therapeutic benefit to the client and optimize the treatment process. Our growing list of therapists allows us to match up client needs with specific areas of interest/expertise within our counselor community.
At Compass Counseling, we are dedicated to providing responsive service to our clients, contacts and community. We have a diverse staff of professional counselors who are capable of meeting the most difficult counseling needs. We seek to develop cooperative relationships with everyone involved in the client's care to maximize the therapeutic benefit to the client and optimize the treatment process. Our growing list of therapists allows us to match up client needs with specific areas of interest/expertise within our counselor community.
Lisa C. York
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bolivar, MO 65727 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone looking for a significant change in their life. They may struggle with past hurts, shame, isolation, trauma, low self image, resentment, self-hatred, depression, or anxiety. They need someone to listen and to provide a safe place free of judgement where they will be heard. Their goals might include finding freedom, seeing their situation in a new light, gaining hope, finding their voice, or integrating their life experience and their spirituality.
My ideal client is someone looking for a significant change in their life. They may struggle with past hurts, shame, isolation, trauma, low self image, resentment, self-hatred, depression, or anxiety. They need someone to listen and to provide a safe place free of judgement where they will be heard. Their goals might include finding freedom, seeing their situation in a new light, gaining hope, finding their voice, or integrating their life experience and their spirituality.
Online Therapists
Dr. Jonnie Mae Middletonlotte
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65804
We offer a variety of counseling services, individual, couples and family therapy using EMDR, DBT, CBT therapy.
Personal conflict can cause chaos in your life, but the appropriate resolution can nurture healthy relationships and personal growth. If you are ready to dig in and do the hard work, together we can work towards the more peaceful and happy life you desire. We offer Substance use groups for adults and adolescents. We are Christian centered and use a variety of research-based therapeutic methods of counseling to find what works best for our clients. I believe therapy should be started with the end in mind, so our goal is to bring about peace and balance in a timely manner.
We offer a variety of counseling services, individual, couples and family therapy using EMDR, DBT, CBT therapy.
Personal conflict can cause chaos in your life, but the appropriate resolution can nurture healthy relationships and personal growth. If you are ready to dig in and do the hard work, together we can work towards the more peaceful and happy life you desire. We offer Substance use groups for adults and adolescents. We are Christian centered and use a variety of research-based therapeutic methods of counseling to find what works best for our clients. I believe therapy should be started with the end in mind, so our goal is to bring about peace and balance in a timely manner.
Emma Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65810
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with teens and adults in individual, couples, and family therapy settings.
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.
I have experience working with teens and adults in individual, couples, and family therapy settings.
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.
I enjoy helping people overcome the sexual and emotional hurdles that hold them back -- sex addiction, porn/fantasy addiction, infidelity/betrayal, body image issues, sexual abuse, spiritual guilt, low self-esteem, lack of sexual confidence, family of origin issues, trust issues, etc. I believe EVERYONE deserves to be a sexually connected, sexually satisfied partner. Healthy sexual relationships can heal a multitude of wounds and bond a couple together in an incredibly synergistic way if they are both willing to do the work to overcome their own fears, anxieties, hurts, and hang-ups.
I enjoy helping people overcome the sexual and emotional hurdles that hold them back -- sex addiction, porn/fantasy addiction, infidelity/betrayal, body image issues, sexual abuse, spiritual guilt, low self-esteem, lack of sexual confidence, family of origin issues, trust issues, etc. I believe EVERYONE deserves to be a sexually connected, sexually satisfied partner. Healthy sexual relationships can heal a multitude of wounds and bond a couple together in an incredibly synergistic way if they are both willing to do the work to overcome their own fears, anxieties, hurts, and hang-ups.
MBHCA-Crescent Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
Lebanon, MO 65536
Services provided range from psychological testing and evaluations, individual, family, and group counseling.
Missouri Behavioral Health Counseling Associates' mission is to serve Missouri citizens AND to provide services that improves quality of life for Missouri children, adolescents, and families.
Services provided range from psychological testing and evaluations, individual, family, and group counseling.
Missouri Behavioral Health Counseling Associates' mission is to serve Missouri citizens AND to provide services that improves quality of life for Missouri children, adolescents, and families.
I also enjoy reading, binging great shows when I can, and time with friends and family.
I have over 25 years of counseling experience, primarily as a generalist, working with a wide range of populations and a variety of common, and not some common concerns. I received my undergraduate from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, TX where I majored in Speech Communications and Human Relations and minored in Music, After living in New York for a few years, I went back to get my graduate degree in Counseling and Human Relations from Villanova University in Philadelphia PA. I am a National Certified Counselor as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania and Missouri.
I also enjoy reading, binging great shows when I can, and time with friends and family.
I have over 25 years of counseling experience, primarily as a generalist, working with a wide range of populations and a variety of common, and not some common concerns. I received my undergraduate from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, TX where I majored in Speech Communications and Human Relations and minored in Music, After living in New York for a few years, I went back to get my graduate degree in Counseling and Human Relations from Villanova University in Philadelphia PA. I am a National Certified Counselor as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania and Missouri.
Beverly Vanover
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Branson, MO 65616 (Online Only)
Outside of behavioral health care and in my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and traveling.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). After completing training in 2013 at John Brown University, Siloam Springs, Arkansas, I began practicing counseling. In addition to caring for patients through MDLIVE, I have experience practicing in Inpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, School, Hospital, and private practice as a Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH). My strengths are in cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and psychoeducation about the polyvagal theory and attachment theory.
Outside of behavioral health care and in my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and traveling.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). After completing training in 2013 at John Brown University, Siloam Springs, Arkansas, I began practicing counseling. In addition to caring for patients through MDLIVE, I have experience practicing in Inpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, School, Hospital, and private practice as a Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH). My strengths are in cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and psychoeducation about the polyvagal theory and attachment theory.
certified Culturally sensitive Gestalt Internal Family Systems Motivational Interviewing Person-centered Positive psychology Solution Focused Brief Strength-based Trauma Informed.
Peggy has helped clients through traumas and addictions. These struggles can also affect people in ways that present as anxiety, anger, depression, dysregulated emotions, grief, demotivation, lack of direction, isolation, and fear of going out of the home. Peggy has extensive training in therapy modalities that have shown to be effective in helping with all of these struggles. Peggy’s unique insight provides a bridge for clients to step out of the past wounds, see new solutions and adopt new behaviors that allow for living their best lives. Peggy provides a confidential client-specific approach that is respectful and goal-oriented.
certified Culturally sensitive Gestalt Internal Family Systems Motivational Interviewing Person-centered Positive psychology Solution Focused Brief Strength-based Trauma Informed.
Peggy has helped clients through traumas and addictions. These struggles can also affect people in ways that present as anxiety, anger, depression, dysregulated emotions, grief, demotivation, lack of direction, isolation, and fear of going out of the home. Peggy has extensive training in therapy modalities that have shown to be effective in helping with all of these struggles. Peggy’s unique insight provides a bridge for clients to step out of the past wounds, see new solutions and adopt new behaviors that allow for living their best lives. Peggy provides a confidential client-specific approach that is respectful and goal-oriented.
I focus on clinically proven trauma recovery tools, including: Somatic Therapy, Nervous System Regulation, Neurofeedback, EMDR (Neural Rewiring), Internal Family Systems, Community Support, Spiritual (Faith Based).
I have been licensed as an LMFT in California since 2005. I am also licensed in Missouri and Utah. I founded a non-profit community mental health agency and am a co-founder of Mending Trauma, a holistic mental health company that specializes in trauma recovery using a whole-health approach via a telehealth platform. My specialty is trauma and I have worked with mass trauma, individual trauma, PTSD, cPTSD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, chronic pain and other diagnosis that have trauma as a common underlying condition.
I focus on clinically proven trauma recovery tools, including: Somatic Therapy, Nervous System Regulation, Neurofeedback, EMDR (Neural Rewiring), Internal Family Systems, Community Support, Spiritual (Faith Based).
I have been licensed as an LMFT in California since 2005. I am also licensed in Missouri and Utah. I founded a non-profit community mental health agency and am a co-founder of Mending Trauma, a holistic mental health company that specializes in trauma recovery using a whole-health approach via a telehealth platform. My specialty is trauma and I have worked with mass trauma, individual trauma, PTSD, cPTSD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, chronic pain and other diagnosis that have trauma as a common underlying condition.
Tunyaluk Batchan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, SMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Springfield, MO 65804 (Online Only)
I am a registered Supervised Marriage and Family Therapist under the supervision of Spero's owner, Dr.
I am a bilingual therapist who is passionate and experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults, including LGBTQIA+ teens and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, transitional issues, relationship/separation, and other mental health concerns. I am also trained in EMDR to treat clients who have experienced trauma. I help clients become desensitized and unstuck in unhealthy patterns, painful relationships, or overwhelming circumstances and create hope.
I am a registered Supervised Marriage and Family Therapist under the supervision of Spero's owner, Dr.
I am a bilingual therapist who is passionate and experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults, including LGBTQIA+ teens and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, transitional issues, relationship/separation, and other mental health concerns. I am also trained in EMDR to treat clients who have experienced trauma. I help clients become desensitized and unstuck in unhealthy patterns, painful relationships, or overwhelming circumstances and create hope.
in Missouri and Virginia, who is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Family Counselor (CFT), and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
As we live, we write the stories of our lives. Sometimes the pen gets too heavy. Sometimes we don’t know where to start… or how to continue. And then there’s writer’s block, the faltering of the creative process somewhere in our hearts, our minds, our bodies producing dis-orders and dis-eases. Maybe you have lost a Loved one. Maybe you’re starting a new relationship. Maybe you want a new job. Maybe you just want change. I believe the remedy is in the beliefs/feelings, thoughts, and behaviors fueling the writer’s block or dis-ease, and I am a dis-ease specialist. I am a sex therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) i
in Missouri and Virginia, who is a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Family Counselor (CFT), and a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS).
As we live, we write the stories of our lives. Sometimes the pen gets too heavy. Sometimes we don’t know where to start… or how to continue. And then there’s writer’s block, the faltering of the creative process somewhere in our hearts, our minds, our bodies producing dis-orders and dis-eases. Maybe you have lost a Loved one. Maybe you’re starting a new relationship. Maybe you want a new job. Maybe you just want change. I believe the remedy is in the beliefs/feelings, thoughts, and behaviors fueling the writer’s block or dis-ease, and I am a dis-ease specialist. I am a sex therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) i
After receiving her M.A. degree in 2011, Dawn continued her education to add on Psychological Examiner certification. Dawn has worked with children, families, and adults for over 20 years as a teacher, summer camp counselor, and therapist. Dawn is Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) informed. She brings her individual, group, and family therapy experience to SonderMind.
After receiving her M.A. degree in 2011, Dawn continued her education to add on Psychological Examiner certification. Dawn has worked with children, families, and adults for over 20 years as a teacher, summer camp counselor, and therapist. Dawn is Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) informed. She brings her individual, group, and family therapy experience to SonderMind.
Your concerns are unique to you. I am here for you however life looks right now. I would be honored to work with you to resolve problems that burden you or your family. Counseling should provide a safe and non-judgmental space to tell your story and work through your challenges. I genuinely like to listen. As I hear you, we will walk your journey to wellness together.
Your concerns are unique to you. I am here for you however life looks right now. I would be honored to work with you to resolve problems that burden you or your family. Counseling should provide a safe and non-judgmental space to tell your story and work through your challenges. I genuinely like to listen. As I hear you, we will walk your journey to wellness together.
Julie enjoys reading, spending time at the lake, traveling with her husband and family.
Julie has 20 plus years of clinical experience, with her main focus being the effective treatment of PTSD. Julie has provided therapy to combat Veterans as well as Veterans struggling with trauma due to military sexual trauma for over 13 years. Julie values the process of building trust, rapport and safety with her clients, as this is the bedrock of the therapeutic relationship. Julie is certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for PTSD.
Julie enjoys reading, spending time at the lake, traveling with her husband and family.
Julie has 20 plus years of clinical experience, with her main focus being the effective treatment of PTSD. Julie has provided therapy to combat Veterans as well as Veterans struggling with trauma due to military sexual trauma for over 13 years. Julie values the process of building trust, rapport and safety with her clients, as this is the bedrock of the therapeutic relationship. Julie is certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for PTSD.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Missouri. I hold a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. I have provided clinical care in a wide variety of settings, including my work in agency-based, in-home, residential, and outpatient environments. In particular, I have experience working with persons struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse/dependence, co-occurring disorders, trauma, eating disorders, life transitions, family violence and parent/child relationships, and LGBTQ+-struggles.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Missouri. I hold a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. I have provided clinical care in a wide variety of settings, including my work in agency-based, in-home, residential, and outpatient environments. In particular, I have experience working with persons struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse/dependence, co-occurring disorders, trauma, eating disorders, life transitions, family violence and parent/child relationships, and LGBTQ+-struggles.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.