Chronic Illness Therapists in Brentwood, MO
Midwest Trauma Recovery Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAC, PLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144
I work with adults who have experienced complex, emotional, spiritual, or sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and and those who are seeking healing and wholeness.
Have you experienced life as chaotic and painful? Do you struggle with day to day coping in the midst of memories, strong feelings, or dissociation? Is it difficult to feel like you can live fully after what you have experienced? Does growth, healing, and freedom feel next to impossible? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be suffering from unresolved trauma. I know firsthand how intense and challenging a process of finding freedom from trauma can be.
I work with adults who have experienced complex, emotional, spiritual, or sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and and those who are seeking healing and wholeness.
Have you experienced life as chaotic and painful? Do you struggle with day to day coping in the midst of memories, strong feelings, or dissociation? Is it difficult to feel like you can live fully after what you have experienced? Does growth, healing, and freedom feel next to impossible? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be suffering from unresolved trauma. I know firsthand how intense and challenging a process of finding freedom from trauma can be.
Latonia Coates-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144
Other experiences include helping individuals address work related issues and overcoming barriers involving chronic illness, civilian adjustment from the military, and caregiver fatigue.
Embracing healing and wellness is key to maximizing your potential. Serving as a therapist and educator, I help clients understand the underlying factor(s) contributing to unresolved issues within their personal & professional lives. My goal is to provide a holistic approach to treatment by assessing the individual's environment as well as their mental, physical, and spiritual well being. The whelm of my practice has been demonstrated in both psychiatric and medical settings offering crisis intervention, intensive case management, and counseling to a diverse population.
Other experiences include helping individuals address work related issues and overcoming barriers involving chronic illness, civilian adjustment from the military, and caregiver fatigue.
Embracing healing and wellness is key to maximizing your potential. Serving as a therapist and educator, I help clients understand the underlying factor(s) contributing to unresolved issues within their personal & professional lives. My goal is to provide a holistic approach to treatment by assessing the individual's environment as well as their mental, physical, and spiritual well being. The whelm of my practice has been demonstrated in both psychiatric and medical settings offering crisis intervention, intensive case management, and counseling to a diverse population.
Life is hard enough without having to go through it alone. No matter who you are or where you are from, my greatest wish for you at the outset is for you to recognize that we all have complications — we could all benefit from growth and healing. As we embrace these realities, we also learn to embrace all of the parts of ourselves, including those that most need our attention and affection. Make no mistake, the path to growth can be difficult. It involves equal parts frustration and exploration, and even a good dose of humor! But when we face ourselves, we may also find that the outcome is beautiful, rewarding, and even enchanting.
Life is hard enough without having to go through it alone. No matter who you are or where you are from, my greatest wish for you at the outset is for you to recognize that we all have complications — we could all benefit from growth and healing. As we embrace these realities, we also learn to embrace all of the parts of ourselves, including those that most need our attention and affection. Make no mistake, the path to growth can be difficult. It involves equal parts frustration and exploration, and even a good dose of humor! But when we face ourselves, we may also find that the outcome is beautiful, rewarding, and even enchanting.
David van Buskirk - Somatic Trauma Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
Brentwood, MO 63144
I am a somatic therapist and an SEP, working with adults addressing issues related to trauma and PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, concussions and traumatic brain injuries, and attachment. When calling please understand that there is a long delay before the voicemail picks up. Thanks for your patience and please do leave a message.
I am a somatic therapist and an SEP, working with adults addressing issues related to trauma and PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, concussions and traumatic brain injuries, and attachment. When calling please understand that there is a long delay before the voicemail picks up. Thanks for your patience and please do leave a message.
John Weber
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRAADC, CRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144
I graduated from Maryville University with a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling. Since that time I have become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRAADC). I have experience working in Residential Treatment, Outpatient Mental Health Treatment & Individual Therapy. I am confident that we can work together to improve your specific situation.
I graduated from Maryville University with a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling. Since that time I have become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRAADC). I have experience working in Residential Treatment, Outpatient Mental Health Treatment & Individual Therapy. I am confident that we can work together to improve your specific situation.
Lori Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, MO 63144 (Online Only)
Hi there, My name is Lori Collins and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'm a therapist with several years of experience working at an inner city hospital in both out-patient and in-patient capacities. After several years of inner-city work, I began practicing in rural areas, where life can be less hectic. My approach to therapy uses a Person In Environment (PIE) perspective where I explore how your environment might be impacting who you are and what you do.
Hi there, My name is Lori Collins and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'm a therapist with several years of experience working at an inner city hospital in both out-patient and in-patient capacities. After several years of inner-city work, I began practicing in rural areas, where life can be less hectic. My approach to therapy uses a Person In Environment (PIE) perspective where I explore how your environment might be impacting who you are and what you do.
Laura Benchie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Brentwood, MO 63144 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Laura Benchie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Art Therapist (ATR-BC), and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) based in St Louis, MO. I have over 25 years of experience working with children, teens and adults helping to improve their mental health and providing effective, individualized care to help my clients to make progress and start feeling better.
Hello, my name is Laura Benchie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Art Therapist (ATR-BC), and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) based in St Louis, MO. I have over 25 years of experience working with children, teens and adults helping to improve their mental health and providing effective, individualized care to help my clients to make progress and start feeling better.
Kathryn Anne Sharp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, MO 63144 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years experience and a focus on helping individuals with life changes that often create anxiety, depression or just feeling stuck. I have a special interest in work with people living with serious illness and with those who are in a caregiver role or otherwise helping their loved ones navigate through health concerns or end of life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years experience and a focus on helping individuals with life changes that often create anxiety, depression or just feeling stuck. I have a special interest in work with people living with serious illness and with those who are in a caregiver role or otherwise helping their loved ones navigate through health concerns or end of life.
Liza Albidress
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, MO 63144 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Liza, and I provide trauma sensitive therapy for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and chronic health/pain issues. I am certified in MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction) from UMASS Medical School and also have received a post-graduate trauma therapy certification from Bessel van der Kolk at the Trauma Center in Boston. I am a 500 hour RYT (registered yoga teacher) with a practice focus on combining cognitive-based therapies with body-based, meditative practices in order to guide clients on how to better cope with life's challenges and feel safe, secure.... "at home" in their bodies.
Hello! My name is Liza, and I provide trauma sensitive therapy for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, and chronic health/pain issues. I am certified in MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction) from UMASS Medical School and also have received a post-graduate trauma therapy certification from Bessel van der Kolk at the Trauma Center in Boston. I am a 500 hour RYT (registered yoga teacher) with a practice focus on combining cognitive-based therapies with body-based, meditative practices in order to guide clients on how to better cope with life's challenges and feel safe, secure.... "at home" in their bodies.
Shannon Newcomb
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW, CLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144 (Online Only)
Do you feel like no one understands what you're going through and like you have to constantly explain yourself? We all have bumps along the road and I am here to provide you with the support needed in order to get through them. I provide therapeutic services through a "person-centered" approach and allow for clients I am working with to take the driver's seat and determine where we go and what aspects of concern we will talk about in session. I am here to listen, help you create positive change in your life, and provide you with skills necessary to handle everyday hurdles you encounter.
Do you feel like no one understands what you're going through and like you have to constantly explain yourself? We all have bumps along the road and I am here to provide you with the support needed in order to get through them. I provide therapeutic services through a "person-centered" approach and allow for clients I am working with to take the driver's seat and determine where we go and what aspects of concern we will talk about in session. I am here to listen, help you create positive change in your life, and provide you with skills necessary to handle everyday hurdles you encounter.
Candace Fruge
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Brentwood, MO 63144 (Online Only)
Hello I'm Candace Faith Frugé and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25+ years experience in Mind/Body Counseling. I can help you to calm your mind, relax your body, nourish and honor your spirit... Release mental and emotional patterns and blockages that are inhibiting your growth and well-being. Through true acceptance, listening and understanding, along with individually tailored therapeutic protocols, I can help you find peace, love and joy. Join me now in creating a healthy and thriving relationship with yourself and with others. Enjoy being alone, enjoy being with others, enjoy being yourself. Be content and fulfilled
Hello I'm Candace Faith Frugé and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25+ years experience in Mind/Body Counseling. I can help you to calm your mind, relax your body, nourish and honor your spirit... Release mental and emotional patterns and blockages that are inhibiting your growth and well-being. Through true acceptance, listening and understanding, along with individually tailored therapeutic protocols, I can help you find peace, love and joy. Join me now in creating a healthy and thriving relationship with yourself and with others. Enjoy being alone, enjoy being with others, enjoy being yourself. Be content and fulfilled
Do you feel or does your child or teen feel overwhelmed, anxious, less confident, not understood or sad and just need someone to talk to. We want gravitate to others who get it and have a desire to feel relief when we have all the feelings. We have goals in life to be more capable, courageous, feel connection and feel like we matter. What if you could have those goals, what would that mean to you or your child? What if we could work together to work through your feelings and goals and in turn produce positive behavior change?
Do you feel or does your child or teen feel overwhelmed, anxious, less confident, not understood or sad and just need someone to talk to. We want gravitate to others who get it and have a desire to feel relief when we have all the feelings. We have goals in life to be more capable, courageous, feel connection and feel like we matter. What if you could have those goals, what would that mean to you or your child? What if we could work together to work through your feelings and goals and in turn produce positive behavior change?
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Improving relationships and facing emotions helps you better manage stress and chronic illness.
Do you suffer from pain or illness and can't get a clear answer why? Does family, work, or relationships make it hard to manage stress? Are you tired of getting by and want to cultivate more joy in life? It's time to do the deeper work.
Improving relationships and facing emotions helps you better manage stress and chronic illness.
Do you suffer from pain or illness and can't get a clear answer why? Does family, work, or relationships make it hard to manage stress? Are you tired of getting by and want to cultivate more joy in life? It's time to do the deeper work.
My areas of work in couples and family therapy include infidelity, finances in couples, sex disorders, domestic violence, parenting strategies for adolescents and teens, family communication, adjustments to divorce, and caregiving for chronic illness and disease.
Our lives can be filled with so many obstacles and challenges on a daily basis. Whether these challenges are personal, family, work or peers, we sometimes need to get additional perspectives and clarity on some of life's most pressing issues. I view therapy as a way for clients to seek personal growth and find helpful solutions moving forward. I use humor, compassion and unconditional support to help individuals, couples and families work through a variety of presenting issues. My goal is to help clients resolve the main problem in therapy and help them gain additional strengths and insights in their lives.
My areas of work in couples and family therapy include infidelity, finances in couples, sex disorders, domestic violence, parenting strategies for adolescents and teens, family communication, adjustments to divorce, and caregiving for chronic illness and disease.
Our lives can be filled with so many obstacles and challenges on a daily basis. Whether these challenges are personal, family, work or peers, we sometimes need to get additional perspectives and clarity on some of life's most pressing issues. I view therapy as a way for clients to seek personal growth and find helpful solutions moving forward. I use humor, compassion and unconditional support to help individuals, couples and families work through a variety of presenting issues. My goal is to help clients resolve the main problem in therapy and help them gain additional strengths and insights in their lives.
Valentina Penalba
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63117 (Online Only)
My focus is also on helping patients and their families who are impacted by a chronic illness such as cancer, cardiac conditions, diabetes, and dementia.
Sometimes, even when we know that something is wrong, we still need guidance in order to disentangle the problems that cause us suffering. Every problem has a solution and every difficult period can have a peaceful resolution. My therapeutic approach primarily stems from Family Systems Theory. I focus on emotional independence through individuation and help individuals, couples and families gain additional growth, strengths, and insights into their lives. I work on reducing negative communication patterns and installing love as an attachment bond.
My focus is also on helping patients and their families who are impacted by a chronic illness such as cancer, cardiac conditions, diabetes, and dementia.
Sometimes, even when we know that something is wrong, we still need guidance in order to disentangle the problems that cause us suffering. Every problem has a solution and every difficult period can have a peaceful resolution. My therapeutic approach primarily stems from Family Systems Theory. I focus on emotional independence through individuation and help individuals, couples and families gain additional growth, strengths, and insights into their lives. I work on reducing negative communication patterns and installing love as an attachment bond.
Footsteps Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ladue, MO 63124
As a survivor of multiple head injuries and a person living with chronic illness, I can be REAL about recovery while offering hope and meaning for the future.
Are you just f-ing exhausted? A car accident left you emotionally paralyzed. An assault shook up your life. A recent medical diagnosis or crisis has you questioning what's next. All the "why" questions are flying through your head and the constant noise drives you nuts. You want things to make sense. You want to feel like yourself again. Most of all, you want to go back in time to the thing that changed your body or your life and do everything in your power to prevent it from happening. The problem is that no one prepared you for this or understands how to help.
As a survivor of multiple head injuries and a person living with chronic illness, I can be REAL about recovery while offering hope and meaning for the future.
Are you just f-ing exhausted? A car accident left you emotionally paralyzed. An assault shook up your life. A recent medical diagnosis or crisis has you questioning what's next. All the "why" questions are flying through your head and the constant noise drives you nuts. You want things to make sense. You want to feel like yourself again. Most of all, you want to go back in time to the thing that changed your body or your life and do everything in your power to prevent it from happening. The problem is that no one prepared you for this or understands how to help.
Stephanie Malzahn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clayton, MO 63124
I specialize in medical issues and trauma such as chronic illness/pain, TBI, reproductive health, and athletic injuries.
Welcome! Do you feel overwhelmed, dismissed, or undervalued? Are you looking for more meaningful connection? Persistent exposure to stress can show up in our bodies, our work ethic, our social interactions, sleep habits and so much more. What happens to us early in life influences our ability to cope with the stress and setbacks that life can throw at us. Whether it's a chronic health issue, recent or past trauma, grief, or relationship conflict, you don't have to experience it alone. I have an integrative and person-centered approach that uses the therapeutic relationship to rebuild connection to yourself, others and the world.
I specialize in medical issues and trauma such as chronic illness/pain, TBI, reproductive health, and athletic injuries.
Welcome! Do you feel overwhelmed, dismissed, or undervalued? Are you looking for more meaningful connection? Persistent exposure to stress can show up in our bodies, our work ethic, our social interactions, sleep habits and so much more. What happens to us early in life influences our ability to cope with the stress and setbacks that life can throw at us. Whether it's a chronic health issue, recent or past trauma, grief, or relationship conflict, you don't have to experience it alone. I have an integrative and person-centered approach that uses the therapeutic relationship to rebuild connection to yourself, others and the world.
Zoey Dlott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Webster Groves, MO 63119 (Online Only)
You don't have to face the challenges of young adulthood or chronic illness alone.
Feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of college life, early adulthood, or managing a chronic illness? I'm here to help you navigate these complex experiences with confidence and resilience. As a specialist in young adult development and health challenges, I offer tailored, evidence-based therapy designed to enhance your personal growth, relationships, and overall well-being. Whether you're dealing with academic pressure, career uncertainty, identity exploration, or the daily struggles of a chronic condition, we'll work together to develop effective coping strategies and find fulfillment despite life's complexities.
You don't have to face the challenges of young adulthood or chronic illness alone.
Feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of college life, early adulthood, or managing a chronic illness? I'm here to help you navigate these complex experiences with confidence and resilience. As a specialist in young adult development and health challenges, I offer tailored, evidence-based therapy designed to enhance your personal growth, relationships, and overall well-being. Whether you're dealing with academic pressure, career uncertainty, identity exploration, or the daily struggles of a chronic condition, we'll work together to develop effective coping strategies and find fulfillment despite life's complexities.
Welcome! I specialize in working with individuals 14+ who are dealing with chronic illness or relational trauma. I can help you transform this overwhelming stressor into just a part of your life, instead of your whole life, allowing you to experience more calm and connection with yourself and others. Additionally, I work with people navigating difficult family relationships, people pleasing patterns, life transitions, grief, and low self-confidence. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences to support you in better knowing yourself and your needs, allowing change to come from a foundation of self-compassion.
Welcome! I specialize in working with individuals 14+ who are dealing with chronic illness or relational trauma. I can help you transform this overwhelming stressor into just a part of your life, instead of your whole life, allowing you to experience more calm and connection with yourself and others. Additionally, I work with people navigating difficult family relationships, people pleasing patterns, life transitions, grief, and low self-confidence. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences to support you in better knowing yourself and your needs, allowing change to come from a foundation of self-compassion.
Navigating the complexities of chronic illness can be daunting, not just for the individual but for the entire family.
We all need support! As a dedicated mental health clinician and medical family therapist, I focus on the intricate interplay between physical health and mental well-being, especially for those grappling with chronic illnesses. My work is deeply rooted in underserved and vulnerable communities, where I provide holistic, empathetic care by understanding and addressing the socio-economic, cultural, and personal contexts of my clients. Utilizing a biopsychosocial model and evidence-based therapies, I strive to empower clients and foster resilience by meeting them where they are and involving them actively in their treatment plans.
Navigating the complexities of chronic illness can be daunting, not just for the individual but for the entire family.
We all need support! As a dedicated mental health clinician and medical family therapist, I focus on the intricate interplay between physical health and mental well-being, especially for those grappling with chronic illnesses. My work is deeply rooted in underserved and vulnerable communities, where I provide holistic, empathetic care by understanding and addressing the socio-economic, cultural, and personal contexts of my clients. Utilizing a biopsychosocial model and evidence-based therapies, I strive to empower clients and foster resilience by meeting them where they are and involving them actively in their treatment plans.
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.