Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Brentwood, MO

Change takes time and hard work, and frequently also requires compassion, perspectives, and ideas from outside our own minds. Therapy is one way to help make the changes you want in your life. Using compassion-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and solution-focused models, I help adolescents and adults practice ways to move away from self-defeating behaviors into more peace.

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 am licensed in Missouri with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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.

I am a therapist first and certified life coach second. Therapy acts as a catalyst for growth and speeds up the process of maturing into the best version of ourselves. I believe that everyone can benefit from this, not just people who have concerns regarding their mental health. I see depression, anxiety, and other challenges as opportunities for deep growth. Adversity helps forge character! For some this can be overwhelming and if this is the case, my first objective is to help relieve these symptoms. From there we can continue discovering you, master the challenges at hand, and keep peeling back the layers of your best self.

My focus is to help youth and teens uncover what they already possess--highlighting their strengths, resilience, and ability to cope with life. Together, your child, your family, and I will work to make sense of troubling experiences and identify and learn coping strategies that allow my clients to realize the power they have in themselves. Using play based interventions, children can communicate their inner world in a way that is natural and feels comfortable to them. Using sand tray, expressive arts, and games, play provides a concrete, action-oriented way for children to work through what they are going through.

I am passionate about helping others to realize their full potential by mentoring them to improve emotionally, physically, socially and spiritually. I'm a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a concentration working with individuals and families. I've maintained credentials and specialized in the treatment of alcohol and substance abuse since 2008. I understand the insidious nature of the disease of addiction and have successfully assisted individuals and families to identify their strengths, gain awareness of their needs and foster their journey of healthy self-care and recovery.

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.

I believe we all deserve to feel safe and fulfilled in life, and I strive to help you achieve this through your therapeutic journey. Together we will explore your unique history, challenges and goals so that you can ultimately be the best version of yourself. I help clients who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues or Trauma. I want to create a space for you that is compassionate, free of judgment and inspires change. I consider you the expert on your life and want to use the therapeutic process to help you overcome life's challenges, both big and small.

Are you struggling with Anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma or disordered eating? Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed with constant worry? Are you experiencing difficulty with various relationships in your life? As a therapist, I have a deep passion for supporting others through their journey towards general wellbeing. I place strong emphasis on total holistic wellness as well as creating a safe, inclusive and non-judgemental space as we work together to help you overcome roadblocks and achieve your goals.

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.

We all experience difficulties at some point in our lives. At times, these difficulties can become overwhelming, and we struggle to cope. This can be from one incident or many over several years. Sometimes these events make us feel stuck and can even impact us many years later. Wherever you are in your journey, I am here to assist you through the healing process and ultimately help you get unstuck.

It is the "silly season". Are you feeling joyful, grateful and organized? Or are you stressed, irritable or depressed? This time of year brings up so many conflicting emotions and feelings even in the same hour! Sometimes memories come up and out of the blue we feel overwhelmed and sad. Expectations can create disappointment and even resentment. You just want to be able to enjoy or even just "survive" the season but have too many things coming at you. It feels impossible to clear your head and find a way to do that. Imagine clearing all the clutter in you mind and releasing the unwanted tension or sadness. Now you can breath.

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.

Making the step to better your mental health can be daunting and overwhelming. If you find yourself feeling stuck in life, grappling with feelings of hopelessness, loneliness, irritability, low self-esteem, anxiety, or overwhelmed by relationship challenges, know that you are not alone. You don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself. I can assist you in making that first step forward. Imagine waking up each day feeling liberated from stress and worry, equipped with the tools and skills necessary to conquer everyday challenges. No longer held back by intrusive thoughts, overwhelming emotions, or past traumas.

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.

Kelli Eckert is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who’s provided services to clients for 20+ years. She understands that everyone has their own unique reasons for seeking therapy and brings empathy and authenticity to her person-centered, strengths-based approach. She builds trusted and effective partnerships with her clients to help them create lives of peace and stability. Throughout her career, she’s worked with clients of all ages dealing with issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and relationship difficulties. She specializes in emotional regulation, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and behavior modification.

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.

It's my belief to "Keep life simple." Life is stressful enough. Balancing work, family, social life, friends, and relationships can be overwhelming at times. I practice from a harm reduction holistic theoretical orientation. It combines person-centered (respect for autonomy) with CBT/systemic therapy (a critical look at culture and attachments). By identifying wants and needs, I can assist clients with locating triggers and establishing healthy coping skills to alleviate any mental, emotional, or physical stress. I work particularly with parents and clients dealing with ADHD,career choices, pregnancy, self-esteem and accountability.