Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Creve Coeur, MO
Marla Wallace
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength-Based Therapy, Somatic Healing Techniques, and incorporates Play Therapy activities.
Welcome! I believe that showing up for yourself is the 1st step in the healing process. You are not alone. It is my goal is to provide a safe, nurturing space to establish a therapeutic relationship that is built on trust, compassion, acceptance, & understanding. I aim to walk alongside you & provide a strong support system as you face adversity & need guidance navigating through your personal struggles. My treatment philosophy is geared towards attaining balance as an integral aspect of the therapeutic process where you are armed with tools to make healthy, lasting changes for your overall well-being.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength-Based Therapy, Somatic Healing Techniques, and incorporates Play Therapy activities.
Welcome! I believe that showing up for yourself is the 1st step in the healing process. You are not alone. It is my goal is to provide a safe, nurturing space to establish a therapeutic relationship that is built on trust, compassion, acceptance, & understanding. I aim to walk alongside you & provide a strong support system as you face adversity & need guidance navigating through your personal struggles. My treatment philosophy is geared towards attaining balance as an integral aspect of the therapeutic process where you are armed with tools to make healthy, lasting changes for your overall well-being.
Bernard Godfrey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
I use a research-proven approach that helps clients practice self acceptance and becoming fully present in the moment, so individuals realize their ability to maintain the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Are you struggling with finding a purpose? Is it difficult for you to sustain motivation? Are you finding yourself in a losing battle with substance abuse? Do you struggle with a traumatic experience that is overwhelming you to the point that it's difficult to function daily? It's the unspoken fear that holds you back from your full potential.
I use a research-proven approach that helps clients practice self acceptance and becoming fully present in the moment, so individuals realize their ability to maintain the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Are you struggling with finding a purpose? Is it difficult for you to sustain motivation? Are you finding yourself in a losing battle with substance abuse? Do you struggle with a traumatic experience that is overwhelming you to the point that it's difficult to function daily? It's the unspoken fear that holds you back from your full potential.
Madeline Senay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Creve Coeur, MO 63132
I am also informed on evidence based treatments for anxiety, depression, and low self esteem such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
When I was serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine, the comfort of someone speaking my language was immeasurable. Speaking your language is important to me. Whether it’s through humor, warmth, empathy, or directness, I strive to make therapy relieving rather than another foreign experience. When therapists discuss what type of therapy they do, is it just another set of abbreviations with absolutely no meaning? Let me be your translator. I deeply value education, so if you are unfamiliar with any of the therapies I list below, I will explain extensively as to how they work within session. If you like learning, I'm your person!
I am also informed on evidence based treatments for anxiety, depression, and low self esteem such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
When I was serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine, the comfort of someone speaking my language was immeasurable. Speaking your language is important to me. Whether it’s through humor, warmth, empathy, or directness, I strive to make therapy relieving rather than another foreign experience. When therapists discuss what type of therapy they do, is it just another set of abbreviations with absolutely no meaning? Let me be your translator. I deeply value education, so if you are unfamiliar with any of the therapies I list below, I will explain extensively as to how they work within session. If you like learning, I'm your person!
Nigel B Darvell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAC, ACSW
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
I have been in private practice for over 35 years. I meet the client where they are at and more importantly assist them in where they want to be. I strive to help in the most professional and respectful way and value each and every opportunity to be in the lives of those who want to live the life they want. I believe there is nothing wrong with the individual but they are often striving for balance and harmony in their lives. All my clients want the same thing-Love and acceptance.
I have been in private practice for over 35 years. I meet the client where they are at and more importantly assist them in where they want to be. I strive to help in the most professional and respectful way and value each and every opportunity to be in the lives of those who want to live the life they want. I believe there is nothing wrong with the individual but they are often striving for balance and harmony in their lives. All my clients want the same thing-Love and acceptance.
Whitney L Larkin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Please reach out to me if you would like to begin working towards meaningful change and acceptance of who you are.
I provide individualize care to clients who are struggling to manage symptoms of anxiety, trauma, depression, and life transitions. I enjoy work with pregnant and postpartum women who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression and adjusting to their new life as a parent. I focus much of my work on helping you to find clarity and stabilization, then move into personal growth and acceptance. I want to help you find the best version of yourself and truly enjoy life.
Please reach out to me if you would like to begin working towards meaningful change and acceptance of who you are.
I provide individualize care to clients who are struggling to manage symptoms of anxiety, trauma, depression, and life transitions. I enjoy work with pregnant and postpartum women who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression and adjusting to their new life as a parent. I focus much of my work on helping you to find clarity and stabilization, then move into personal growth and acceptance. I want to help you find the best version of yourself and truly enjoy life.
I offer Acceptance and Commitment therapy ( ACT) combined with other research validated therapeutic modalities to help you resolve issues such as relationship conflict, loss, anxiety and depression.
Do you want to live more fully in the present moment making choices based on your life values and goals, rather than a life of negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior leading to anxiety, depression or conflict in your intimate, work, and family relationships?
I offer Acceptance and Commitment therapy ( ACT) combined with other research validated therapeutic modalities to help you resolve issues such as relationship conflict, loss, anxiety and depression.
Do you want to live more fully in the present moment making choices based on your life values and goals, rather than a life of negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior leading to anxiety, depression or conflict in your intimate, work, and family relationships?
C Katke Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Waitlist for new clients
Dealing with depression or anxiety? Struggling to understand the challenges in your life? Feeling stuck, confused, or overwhelmed? Ready to move forward? Begin your journey in a safe, comforting environment where you will find respect, acceptance, and understanding to begin to heal from your pain and find solutions to move forward. Therapy that does not tell you how to live your life, but offers you guidance, suggestions, perspective, and support to help you choose the direction you want to go.
Dealing with depression or anxiety? Struggling to understand the challenges in your life? Feeling stuck, confused, or overwhelmed? Ready to move forward? Begin your journey in a safe, comforting environment where you will find respect, acceptance, and understanding to begin to heal from your pain and find solutions to move forward. Therapy that does not tell you how to live your life, but offers you guidance, suggestions, perspective, and support to help you choose the direction you want to go.
Melissa A Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Waitlist for new clients
She also has advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Mindfulness.
**CURRENTLY HAVE WAITLIST FOR NEW CLIENTS** Melissa has been practicing clinical social work/psychotherapy with adolescents and adults for over 15 years, specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-injury and grief/loss. She has an eclectic approach, drawing from psychodynamic, interpersonal and skills-based therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems (IFS) dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and mindfulness-based stress reduction. Her approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative and integrative. She has a profound respect for the complexity of people's lives and experiences.
She also has advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Mindfulness.
**CURRENTLY HAVE WAITLIST FOR NEW CLIENTS** Melissa has been practicing clinical social work/psychotherapy with adolescents and adults for over 15 years, specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-injury and grief/loss. She has an eclectic approach, drawing from psychodynamic, interpersonal and skills-based therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems (IFS) dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and mindfulness-based stress reduction. Her approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative and integrative. She has a profound respect for the complexity of people's lives and experiences.
Lindy Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63141 (Online Only)
My goal is to help you raise your conscious awareness by living more radically open and learning to have a healthier relationship with your own thoughts. I will teach you how to be more curious about your thoughts instead of struggling against them, at the same time allowing yourself to learn something from them. I like to utilize, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Radical Openness DBT, and Cognitive Behavorial therapy. Finding your edge will be an important part of therapy.
My goal is to help you raise your conscious awareness by living more radically open and learning to have a healthier relationship with your own thoughts. I will teach you how to be more curious about your thoughts instead of struggling against them, at the same time allowing yourself to learn something from them. I like to utilize, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Radical Openness DBT, and Cognitive Behavorial therapy. Finding your edge will be an important part of therapy.
I once had a counselor say to me ‘you don’t get into this profession unless you’ve been through hard times,’ and in a moment when I felt isolated and alone, those words were incredibly meaningful and ultimately life-changing for me. I’m here because I have had hard moments in my life (like all humans!) and I want to use what I’ve learned through those experiences and how I’ve grown, to help others find their way through the dark experiences of life. You’re not alone, I will help you! My overarching goal as a therapist is to help each client find peace, acceptance, and contentment within themselves, their body and their life.
I once had a counselor say to me ‘you don’t get into this profession unless you’ve been through hard times,’ and in a moment when I felt isolated and alone, those words were incredibly meaningful and ultimately life-changing for me. I’m here because I have had hard moments in my life (like all humans!) and I want to use what I’ve learned through those experiences and how I’ve grown, to help others find their way through the dark experiences of life. You’re not alone, I will help you! My overarching goal as a therapist is to help each client find peace, acceptance, and contentment within themselves, their body and their life.
Elton Priddy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63132 (Online Only)
Michael Priddy Missouri License 2002008095 My approach to counseling is CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) I work with adults who struggle with most issues including depression, anxiety, self-confidence, and relational issues. My approach to therapy is relational interventions to help people understand their worth and values as individuals and in relationships. I utilize CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I work with adults who struggle with most issues including depression, anxiety, self-confidence, and relational issues.
Michael Priddy Missouri License 2002008095 My approach to counseling is CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) I work with adults who struggle with most issues including depression, anxiety, self-confidence, and relational issues. My approach to therapy is relational interventions to help people understand their worth and values as individuals and in relationships. I utilize CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I work with adults who struggle with most issues including depression, anxiety, self-confidence, and relational issues.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
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Creve Coeur, MO 63141
I utilize CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) in my approach.
Hello there. Helping clients, and teaching them skills to empower themselves is my priority. I work with adolescents, adults, immigrants, and the BIPOC community. I specialize in school issues, emotional disturbances, life transitions, generational trauma, and more. I offer a sliding scale to accommodate clients' needs. I am committed to creating a just and compassionate society where everyone has easy access to the care they need to thrive.
I utilize CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) in my approach.
Hello there. Helping clients, and teaching them skills to empower themselves is my priority. I work with adolescents, adults, immigrants, and the BIPOC community. I specialize in school issues, emotional disturbances, life transitions, generational trauma, and more. I offer a sliding scale to accommodate clients' needs. I am committed to creating a just and compassionate society where everyone has easy access to the care they need to thrive.
Lisa works from a person centered approach believing that we are the experts of our own lives with unique lived experiences. Her goal in the counseling relationship is to walk alongside clients as they process their thoughts and emotions in a manner that positively impacts their overall health. Lisa is dedicated to creating an inviting, non judgmental, confidential environment where she can create a partnership with her clients to ensure their future success. Lisa has advanced training in the following Therapeutic Modalities I-CBT, CBT, ERP, and ACT.
Lisa works from a person centered approach believing that we are the experts of our own lives with unique lived experiences. Her goal in the counseling relationship is to walk alongside clients as they process their thoughts and emotions in a manner that positively impacts their overall health. Lisa is dedicated to creating an inviting, non judgmental, confidential environment where she can create a partnership with her clients to ensure their future success. Lisa has advanced training in the following Therapeutic Modalities I-CBT, CBT, ERP, and ACT.
Emily Tarby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63141 (Online Only)
I take an eclectic approach using person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, acceptance & commitment, and existential techniques to help clients process their life experiences and make sense of their thoughts and feelings.
ONLINE-only visits. Hi! If you’re ready to process your experiences, explore your mind, and learn ways to cope with life, then I’m your gal! I aim to provide a comfortable, supportive space for you to work through difficult thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, work to understand your emotions, change negative thinking, address problem behaviors, and help you find relief using various interventions and techniques. I like to provide exploration, challenge, support, and encouragement.
I take an eclectic approach using person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, acceptance & commitment, and existential techniques to help clients process their life experiences and make sense of their thoughts and feelings.
ONLINE-only visits. Hi! If you’re ready to process your experiences, explore your mind, and learn ways to cope with life, then I’m your gal! I aim to provide a comfortable, supportive space for you to work through difficult thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, work to understand your emotions, change negative thinking, address problem behaviors, and help you find relief using various interventions and techniques. I like to provide exploration, challenge, support, and encouragement.
Julie Bertel
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Creve Coeur, MO 63132 (Online Only)
I use a variety of client-centered therapeutic approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
My goal as a therapist is to help you create positive and sustainable change in your life. I strive to develop an authentic relationship by creating a safe space for individuals to be heard, understood, and validated. I specialize in working with neurodiverse clients with ADHD, Anxiety, Autism and OCD and provide perinatal and postpartum mental health services for women. I am also passionate about working with parents to help them learn how to support their children across all stages of development.
I use a variety of client-centered therapeutic approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
My goal as a therapist is to help you create positive and sustainable change in your life. I strive to develop an authentic relationship by creating a safe space for individuals to be heard, understood, and validated. I specialize in working with neurodiverse clients with ADHD, Anxiety, Autism and OCD and provide perinatal and postpartum mental health services for women. I am also passionate about working with parents to help them learn how to support their children across all stages of development.
I also use Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness based therapy.
I am here for you as you are right now. I can imagine that right now things may not be the way you want them. Do you find yourself feeling unsettled? Feeling stuck and just can't seem to make important changes? Find that powerful emotions keep taking you off track from what you truly want? Have you had painful events occur and have noticed you're not quite the same anymore? ... For 10+ years I've been helping people build a life full of meaning. Which often means figuring out how to make important changes while also finding acceptance. This can mean resolving past painful events, boosting skills and/or resolving current problems.
I also use Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness based therapy.
I am here for you as you are right now. I can imagine that right now things may not be the way you want them. Do you find yourself feeling unsettled? Feeling stuck and just can't seem to make important changes? Find that powerful emotions keep taking you off track from what you truly want? Have you had painful events occur and have noticed you're not quite the same anymore? ... For 10+ years I've been helping people build a life full of meaning. Which often means figuring out how to make important changes while also finding acceptance. This can mean resolving past painful events, boosting skills and/or resolving current problems.
Cheri Pierce
Licensed Professional Counselor, RN, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Are you troubled by negative or distressing thoughts & memories from the past or present? Have you experienced a trauma? Perhaps you find yourself "overreacting" to minor or non-incidents. Do others say you're "too sensitive"? Maybe you have lost someone or something and you're finding it difficult to move forward. You are in a battle to reclaim you're stability, freedom, joy, self-confidence, self-worth, self-control, or even a part of yourself. Somehow you have lost your way & you would give just about anything to get back to how life used to be. Or maybe you desire something even better than before. . . .
Are you troubled by negative or distressing thoughts & memories from the past or present? Have you experienced a trauma? Perhaps you find yourself "overreacting" to minor or non-incidents. Do others say you're "too sensitive"? Maybe you have lost someone or something and you're finding it difficult to move forward. You are in a battle to reclaim you're stability, freedom, joy, self-confidence, self-worth, self-control, or even a part of yourself. Somehow you have lost your way & you would give just about anything to get back to how life used to be. Or maybe you desire something even better than before. . . .
Jenna Poppe
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, PLPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Creve Coeur, MO 63132
Have you tried all the tools & tricks you have up your sleeve & they're just not working anymore? How can you heal and move past the old stuff so you can truly feel better? How do you figure out who you are and what you actually want so you can break the cycles in your life, create a life that makes you happy? I work with individuals and couples who are ready to roll up their sleeves, ask the hard questions without judgement and create change. I'm told I'm authentic, empowering, direct, effective, analytical, funny, compassionate and relatable. I'm here to help you actually feel better, move forward and create the future you want!
Have you tried all the tools & tricks you have up your sleeve & they're just not working anymore? How can you heal and move past the old stuff so you can truly feel better? How do you figure out who you are and what you actually want so you can break the cycles in your life, create a life that makes you happy? I work with individuals and couples who are ready to roll up their sleeves, ask the hard questions without judgement and create change. I'm told I'm authentic, empowering, direct, effective, analytical, funny, compassionate and relatable. I'm here to help you actually feel better, move forward and create the future you want!
Sarah Steward
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Creve Coeur, MO 63132
Welcome! My name is Sarah and I am the owner of Renew Clinical Counseling. I recognize that there are times in our lives when we realize that something's missing. We need a little guidance, a little assistance and a lot of compassion and understanding. When you have arrived at this point and are not sure what to do or who to turn to, that's where I come in. Whether you are experiencing; stress, loss, relationship issues, a life transition, anxiety, depression or trauma related issues, I am here to help. We all want and need peace in our lives. With wellness comes the peace and tranquility that is missing from your life right now.
Welcome! My name is Sarah and I am the owner of Renew Clinical Counseling. I recognize that there are times in our lives when we realize that something's missing. We need a little guidance, a little assistance and a lot of compassion and understanding. When you have arrived at this point and are not sure what to do or who to turn to, that's where I come in. Whether you are experiencing; stress, loss, relationship issues, a life transition, anxiety, depression or trauma related issues, I am here to help. We all want and need peace in our lives. With wellness comes the peace and tranquility that is missing from your life right now.
Hayley Steinmetz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
I work together with my clients to address their specific goals and needs; enhance and improve their overall well-being; and assist them towards a better tomorrow. I provide family, individual and couples counseling in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere that fosters support, empathy and understanding between client and therapist.
I work together with my clients to address their specific goals and needs; enhance and improve their overall well-being; and assist them towards a better tomorrow. I provide family, individual and couples counseling in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere that fosters support, empathy and understanding between client and therapist.
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How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.