Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Des Peres, MO

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.

Angel Kramer, MA, LPC works with individuals 15 years of age and older and specializes in working with anxiety, depression, self-worth, guilt and shame, sexuality, LGBTQIA, alternative lifestyles, addiction, and non-traditional spiritual therapy. She works from the perspective that not everyone fits neatly into a box or category and provides a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to explore and connect to their internal and external self. She aims to meet clients where they are in their personal journey and assist them in finding or developing the skills inside themselves to achieve their goals.

I tailor my approach based on your needs, strengths, and personality. My approaches are very effective for helping find more balanced emotions, taming anxiety and stress, and building healthier relationships. I'm certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

Do you have intense or overwhelming emotions, feeling stressed or just “stuck” in life? While we all try to do the best we can to problem solve and manage life stressors, sometimes what we’ve been doing is no longer working for us. I can help you untangle strong emotions and thoughts by balancing the “see-saw” of acceptance of what won't change in life while also empowering you to use new skills to change. In doing so, we identify unhelpful behaviors that are no longer serving a purpose and work toward more healthy behaviors that are relevant to your goals to figure out the problems in your life.

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 believe that every child has the right to feel loved, safe and heard. Working in the Counseling/ Social Work profession for 21 years, I have gained great insight in what helps children develop self-acceptance, self-awareness, self-regulation and many more essential qualities. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I engage children in play and art therapy to assist them with having their voices heard.

Available remotely in: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CN, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY. I was introduced to psychology while going through a difficult time as a young college student and seeking the help of a therapist. The experience taught me so much about myself and how to manage my emotions during difficult times that I decided to learn more about the field. One intro to psychology class turned into two more, and then just 12 short years later (with a few twists and turns along the way) I completed my PhD in counseling psychology!

Have open availability for in-person and virtual sessions. Sliding scale and some insurance; can be weekly or every other week sessions. My goals are to give clients and their families tools, and offer genuine support in daily and/or lifelong struggles. My belief is that change is possible for anyone, but the client and their loved ones need to have an open mind, and believe in love and support. Getting out of your comfort zone is a guarantee, and therapy is the first step. Therapy helps us make changes that lead to lifelong healthy habits of self care and thriving personal relationships.

Welcome! Starting counseling can be overwhelming and I would love the opportunity to start this process with you. Maybe you are struggling with your own internal emotions or thoughts. Maybe you are acting in a way that doesn't feel right and you want to break some patterns. Maybe your relationships with friends, family, kids is not what you want. Counseling is a great place to find hope and work towards creating the life that you want. I provide a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere for you to share your struggles/concerns and for us to work together towards freedom and healing.

Are you feeling stuck? Do you know what is wrong, but not how to fix it? Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Missouri, with a second License in Illinois. I received my Masters from the University of St Louis and have been practicing for 31 years. I help people of all ages struggling with emotional regulation, the management of symptoms of depression or anxiety, stress, life transitions, , anger management, parenting, and burnout to become the best versions of themselves.

Dr. Audrey Oliva is a Psychologist in Missouri who has been practicing since 2019. She completed her Masters of Arts and Doctor of Psychology degrees in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Child and Adolescent Psychology at Adler University in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Oliva conducts therapy from a collaborative and values-based approach, tailoring interventions to each individual's needs.