Parenting Therapists in Brentwood, MO
Tonia Levison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, R-DMT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, MO 63144
Becoming and being a parent is full of unexpected challenges.
I would like to take a moment and commend you on taking the first step toward mental health. It takes a lot of courage to get this far and you are doing great. I am glad you have chosen to share some of your time with me and I look forward to getting to know you. My mission is to support moms in their daily struggles. When we meet, I will invite you to sit and get comfortable. Until then I hope you take this moment to take a breath and recognize you are not alone. I am here for you. I am a professional counselor and registered dance/ movement therapist, but more importantly, I am a mother. I have been where you are.
Becoming and being a parent is full of unexpected challenges.
I would like to take a moment and commend you on taking the first step toward mental health. It takes a lot of courage to get this far and you are doing great. I am glad you have chosen to share some of your time with me and I look forward to getting to know you. My mission is to support moms in their daily struggles. When we meet, I will invite you to sit and get comfortable. Until then I hope you take this moment to take a breath and recognize you are not alone. I am here for you. I am a professional counselor and registered dance/ movement therapist, but more importantly, I am a mother. I have been where you are.
Through compassionate therapy & diverse modalities like CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, DDP, & ARC, I offer parent support, attachment development, life transition guidance, & emotion regulation skills, fostering resilience & positive transformation.
My ideal client needs a compassionate, client-centered approach to build trust and foster healing. Their goals include enhancing emotion regulation, fortifying parent-child connections, and developing effective communication skills. They seek my expertise in CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, DDP, and ARC to achieve resilience, personal growth, and positive transformation. Driven by a desire for stability and well-being, they find a safe, supportive space to overcome challenges and embrace change under my guidance.
Through compassionate therapy & diverse modalities like CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, DDP, & ARC, I offer parent support, attachment development, life transition guidance, & emotion regulation skills, fostering resilience & positive transformation.
My ideal client needs a compassionate, client-centered approach to build trust and foster healing. Their goals include enhancing emotion regulation, fortifying parent-child connections, and developing effective communication skills. They seek my expertise in CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, DDP, and ARC to achieve resilience, personal growth, and positive transformation. Driven by a desire for stability and well-being, they find a safe, supportive space to overcome challenges and embrace change under my guidance.
I offer short-term & long-term therapy focusing on depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, LGBT and gender identity exploration, adoption and parenting issues, PTSD, complex stress and trauma, & substance use. As a clinician, I approach my work from a holistic, trauma-informed lens. An individual's mental health and overall happiness are based on a number of different factors that are unique to that individual. Therapy is a collaborative effort that takes compassion, reflection, & creativity. Therapy is a financial commitment, but it's also an investment in your emotional well-being, relationships, and quality of life.
I offer short-term & long-term therapy focusing on depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, LGBT and gender identity exploration, adoption and parenting issues, PTSD, complex stress and trauma, & substance use. As a clinician, I approach my work from a holistic, trauma-informed lens. An individual's mental health and overall happiness are based on a number of different factors that are unique to that individual. Therapy is a collaborative effort that takes compassion, reflection, & creativity. Therapy is a financial commitment, but it's also an investment in your emotional well-being, relationships, and quality of life.
My ideal client is anyone who is ready to enter into their stages of change. This can be anyone reasy to make shifts and changes as well as adopt new habits that can be reinforced or improved by initiating healing and working on their mental health.
My ideal client is anyone who is ready to enter into their stages of change. This can be anyone reasy to make shifts and changes as well as adopt new habits that can be reinforced or improved by initiating healing and working on their mental health.
Dori Scallet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144 (Online Only)
Striving for mental health and wellness in a society with as many issues as ours is hard. Finding a therapist to support you in that, can sometimes feel even harder. What criteria do you base your decision on? Degrees, years in practice, areas of expertise, whether they still meet people in person... But what a profile and your research cannot tell you, happens to be the most important criteria: if the two of you will "fit.” The best and quickest way to know for certain is to schedule the appointment.
Striving for mental health and wellness in a society with as many issues as ours is hard. Finding a therapist to support you in that, can sometimes feel even harder. What criteria do you base your decision on? Degrees, years in practice, areas of expertise, whether they still meet people in person... But what a profile and your research cannot tell you, happens to be the most important criteria: if the two of you will "fit.” The best and quickest way to know for certain is to schedule the appointment.
Melissa Timmermann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144
You are allowed to take care of yourself and be your first priority. You don't have to wait until you're struggling, exhausted or burnt out to tend to your wellbeing. Self care is a prevention strategy. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, anger or trauma that effects your health or relationships. Lets spark change in a safe space by healing wounds, uncovering patterns that no longer serve you, and explore how history impacts the present. You have the ability to adjust the lens through which you view the world and yourself. Your life challenges are opportunities for growth and learning.
You are allowed to take care of yourself and be your first priority. You don't have to wait until you're struggling, exhausted or burnt out to tend to your wellbeing. Self care is a prevention strategy. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, anger or trauma that effects your health or relationships. Lets spark change in a safe space by healing wounds, uncovering patterns that no longer serve you, and explore how history impacts the present. You have the ability to adjust the lens through which you view the world and yourself. Your life challenges are opportunities for growth and learning.
Jama Anthony-Petter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144
Hello! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I work hard to create a safe space for you to explore your needs and goals. My goal is to always assist you with your life journeys and help you find the fulfillment you are seeking to find & grow more confident in making positive changes within your life. I specialize in anxiety disorders, trauma, and grief and loss and the life transitions that occur in the seasons of our lives.
Hello! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I work hard to create a safe space for you to explore your needs and goals. My goal is to always assist you with your life journeys and help you find the fulfillment you are seeking to find & grow more confident in making positive changes within your life. I specialize in anxiety disorders, trauma, and grief and loss and the life transitions that occur in the seasons of our lives.
Welcome, I'm here to help. I am experienced in assisting children and families who have been affected by trauma and are dealing with its effects, including anxiety, anger issues, post-traumatic stress, depression, and other symptoms. Additionally, I am experienced in working with children who display severe behavioral issues in response to their trauma. I have provided individual and family therapy for children in a Residential Treatment Facility and I'm well-versed in the Foster and Adoptive systems. I also help families struggling with communication issues and children experiencing attachment difficulties with their parents.
Welcome, I'm here to help. I am experienced in assisting children and families who have been affected by trauma and are dealing with its effects, including anxiety, anger issues, post-traumatic stress, depression, and other symptoms. Additionally, I am experienced in working with children who display severe behavioral issues in response to their trauma. I have provided individual and family therapy for children in a Residential Treatment Facility and I'm well-versed in the Foster and Adoptive systems. I also help families struggling with communication issues and children experiencing attachment difficulties with their parents.
Life’s challenges often feel overwhelming. Whether these challenges are encountered in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle, in trying to connect with your dearest loved ones, or in coping with a variety of big and small setbacks, there exists a pathway to success and happiness within you that is yet untapped. With all of the outside pressures coming from our school/job, family, romantic and friend relationships it can be difficult to establish our own needs. Let me help you build a healthy relationship with yourself by unraveling those things that tie you down and re-creating a life of intention and connection.
Life’s challenges often feel overwhelming. Whether these challenges are encountered in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle, in trying to connect with your dearest loved ones, or in coping with a variety of big and small setbacks, there exists a pathway to success and happiness within you that is yet untapped. With all of the outside pressures coming from our school/job, family, romantic and friend relationships it can be difficult to establish our own needs. Let me help you build a healthy relationship with yourself by unraveling those things that tie you down and re-creating a life of intention and connection.
True Wellness Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144
Are you looking for a play therapist therapist in the Webster Groves or Brentwood area? Sarah Sanburn, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT) has experience and a passion for working with children, teens and young adults that are experiencing anxiety, big behaviors or trauma. Sarah utilizes play therapy to help children (2+) build emotional strength, resilience and a sense of calm.
Are you looking for a play therapist therapist in the Webster Groves or Brentwood area? Sarah Sanburn, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT) has experience and a passion for working with children, teens and young adults that are experiencing anxiety, big behaviors or trauma. Sarah utilizes play therapy to help children (2+) build emotional strength, resilience and a sense of calm.
Does the thought of therapy feel intimidating? Allowing someone in your thoughts and personal life? Afraid of opening up and being vulnerable for fear of judgment? I understand. No matter what the dilemma is, the pressures of life can be challenging. Let’s work through them together. My job is to help guide you, not criticize you. I believe everyone can be a better version of themselves and change is possible given the right motivation and tools.
Does the thought of therapy feel intimidating? Allowing someone in your thoughts and personal life? Afraid of opening up and being vulnerable for fear of judgment? I understand. No matter what the dilemma is, the pressures of life can be challenging. Let’s work through them together. My job is to help guide you, not criticize you. I believe everyone can be a better version of themselves and change is possible given the right motivation and tools.
Amy Lyons Burke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, PLPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144
We all experience hardships in our personal lives, professional lives and relationships that can leave us feeling stressed, confused, isolated, anxious or depressed. Many people experience shame about seeing a therapist or feel they should handle emotional or mental issues on their own. I want to reassure you that we can all use a little help sometimes and we aren't meant to go through it alone. My goal in therapy is to create a safe space where my clients can work through the difficulties in life without judgment.
We all experience hardships in our personal lives, professional lives and relationships that can leave us feeling stressed, confused, isolated, anxious or depressed. Many people experience shame about seeing a therapist or feel they should handle emotional or mental issues on their own. I want to reassure you that we can all use a little help sometimes and we aren't meant to go through it alone. My goal in therapy is to create a safe space where my clients can work through the difficulties in life without judgment.
Shelley M Stretch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Brentwood, MO 63144
Have you been feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-doubt, feeling stuck in the past or waiting for the ‘other shoe to drop?’ Are you wanting to gain insight, learn coping strategies, and resiliency? Change is possible, and we all possess the capability to heal and thrive. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore emotions, thoughts, beliefs, and past experiences. Therapy is a highly individualized process and I am dedicated to creating a non-judgmental space where you can explore, heal, and grow. It would be an honor to be present and assist you on your journey.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-doubt, feeling stuck in the past or waiting for the ‘other shoe to drop?’ Are you wanting to gain insight, learn coping strategies, and resiliency? Change is possible, and we all possess the capability to heal and thrive. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore emotions, thoughts, beliefs, and past experiences. Therapy is a highly individualized process and I am dedicated to creating a non-judgmental space where you can explore, heal, and grow. It would be an honor to be present and assist you on your journey.
You're overwhelmed with uncertainty and you're stuck in indecision. Maybe your relationship with your partner is filled with tension and conflict and you just don’t know what to do anymore. Perhaps you’re tired of constantly feeling like you have to please others to receive validation and to avoid the pain of letting people down. You've been struggling for a long time and you just need some relief. You’re ready to stop overthinking and ruminating about your problems. You’re ready to feel more connected in your relationships. Most of all, you’re ready to take action towards lasting transformation.
You're overwhelmed with uncertainty and you're stuck in indecision. Maybe your relationship with your partner is filled with tension and conflict and you just don’t know what to do anymore. Perhaps you’re tired of constantly feeling like you have to please others to receive validation and to avoid the pain of letting people down. You've been struggling for a long time and you just need some relief. You’re ready to stop overthinking and ruminating about your problems. You’re ready to feel more connected in your relationships. Most of all, you’re ready to take action towards lasting transformation.
Linda Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brentwood, MO 63144
Not accepting new clients
Specializing in family therapy and adolescent behavior, I continued my career in private practice in 1993 focusing on family relatonships, including marital and parent-child counseling.
I enjoy working with a diverse population to resolve the many challenges and difficulties that inevitably disrupt our lives. I am trained academically and professionally in family systems and cognitive behavioral therapy and have advanced professional training in marital and grief counseling, substance abuse and addictions, ADHD and Sexual abuse.
Specializing in family therapy and adolescent behavior, I continued my career in private practice in 1993 focusing on family relatonships, including marital and parent-child counseling.
I enjoy working with a diverse population to resolve the many challenges and difficulties that inevitably disrupt our lives. I am trained academically and professionally in family systems and cognitive behavioral therapy and have advanced professional training in marital and grief counseling, substance abuse and addictions, ADHD and Sexual abuse.
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I have experience working with adults and adolescents in areas related to life transitions, relationships, parent-child relationships, neurodiversity, depression, trauma, career and academic/school problems.
Being human is difficult! Committing to counseling provides viable options to the struggles you face. As you grow in your understanding of yourself and your world, you will begin to find that you have more choices than you thought possible — real alternatives to being defeated, becoming numb, or simply being trapped in knee-jerk patterns and reactions. Growth in this way does require trust and vulnerability, but not just from you — from both of us! My deepest hope is to be a compassionate collaborator and a source of safety and insight as you make small steps towards big change.
I have experience working with adults and adolescents in areas related to life transitions, relationships, parent-child relationships, neurodiversity, depression, trauma, career and academic/school problems.
Being human is difficult! Committing to counseling provides viable options to the struggles you face. As you grow in your understanding of yourself and your world, you will begin to find that you have more choices than you thought possible — real alternatives to being defeated, becoming numb, or simply being trapped in knee-jerk patterns and reactions. Growth in this way does require trust and vulnerability, but not just from you — from both of us! My deepest hope is to be a compassionate collaborator and a source of safety and insight as you make small steps towards big change.
Consistent collaborative caregiver/ parent-work is critical in treating childhood issues.
Your relationship with yourself is reflected in interactions with family, friends, colleagues, professional life and your worldview. How do you seek, expect and provide attunement to yourself and important others? Often unrecognized inter-generational relational themes play a part in the manner by which one seeks connection. Attachment and relational patterns meant to gain closeness can mean one feels known & accepted or invisible & rejected. You can learn to listen to yourself with open-minded curiosity in order to identify your relational style, understanding how it supports or hinders you in life.
Consistent collaborative caregiver/ parent-work is critical in treating childhood issues.
Your relationship with yourself is reflected in interactions with family, friends, colleagues, professional life and your worldview. How do you seek, expect and provide attunement to yourself and important others? Often unrecognized inter-generational relational themes play a part in the manner by which one seeks connection. Attachment and relational patterns meant to gain closeness can mean one feels known & accepted or invisible & rejected. You can learn to listen to yourself with open-minded curiosity in order to identify your relational style, understanding how it supports or hinders you in life.
I specialize in holistic, mind-body therapy for women who are struggling with relationship difficulties, anxiety, health and parenting challenges.
The way you are living isn't working anymore. It's getting harder to keep up the appearance of being fine like you always have. When you think about how you've been acting and feeling recently, you're not quite sure you like the person you've become. All the struggles & conflicts you face with your partner, kids, family, co-workers keep you on overload, but you have no idea how you could handle them differently. You feel like your life is out of control, and you are ready to try anything that might help you to not completely fall apart and live in dread and overwhelm every day.
I specialize in holistic, mind-body therapy for women who are struggling with relationship difficulties, anxiety, health and parenting challenges.
The way you are living isn't working anymore. It's getting harder to keep up the appearance of being fine like you always have. When you think about how you've been acting and feeling recently, you're not quite sure you like the person you've become. All the struggles & conflicts you face with your partner, kids, family, co-workers keep you on overload, but you have no idea how you could handle them differently. You feel like your life is out of control, and you are ready to try anything that might help you to not completely fall apart and live in dread and overwhelm every day.
Lee Bascom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Webster Groves, MO 63119
As a clinical social worker/registered play therapist, I work with children ages 3-9 and their families. I primarily use Child Centered Play Therapy and I am also trained in Theraplay, SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) and Trauma-Focused CBT. Click on "website" below my picture to see more about me.
As a clinical social worker/registered play therapist, I work with children ages 3-9 and their families. I primarily use Child Centered Play Therapy and I am also trained in Theraplay, SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) and Trauma-Focused CBT. Click on "website" below my picture to see more about me.
West County Behavioral Health & Psychiatry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CM
Verified Verified
Ladue, MO 63124
We also offer certified divorce mediation services and certified co- parenting counseling.
West County Behavioral Health offers comprehensive mental health services in a centrally located, welcoming Setting. Located off Olive Blvd (near 270 and 141), we are easily accessible from both St. Louis and St. Charles counties. Our therapists are well known as top-tier clinicians within the St. Louis metro area, and have exceptional reputations in the therapy community.
We also offer certified divorce mediation services and certified co- parenting counseling.
West County Behavioral Health offers comprehensive mental health services in a centrally located, welcoming Setting. Located off Olive Blvd (near 270 and 141), we are easily accessible from both St. Louis and St. Charles counties. Our therapists are well known as top-tier clinicians within the St. Louis metro area, and have exceptional reputations in the therapy community.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.