Depression Therapists in Eureka, MO
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, worried, or depressed? Life can be very challenging at times! With the right help and guidance however, we can find our way back towards emotional well-being and resolve the issues that burden us. As valedictorian of both my undergraduate and graduate degree program, professional excellence and effective treatment is a priority for me in my work with children, adolescents, and adults.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, worried, or depressed? Life can be very challenging at times! With the right help and guidance however, we can find our way back towards emotional well-being and resolve the issues that burden us. As valedictorian of both my undergraduate and graduate degree program, professional excellence and effective treatment is a priority for me in my work with children, adolescents, and adults.
My interests are working with individuals who are experiencing, trauma, grief, depression and anxiety.
I have a great interest in helping others with their daily life, their mental health and their relationships. I believe a therapist can be the objective support person that all people could use. I believe that no one can do it alone.
My interests are working with individuals who are experiencing, trauma, grief, depression and anxiety.
I have a great interest in helping others with their daily life, their mental health and their relationships. I believe a therapist can be the objective support person that all people could use. I believe that no one can do it alone.
Gabriele Hoog
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Eureka, MO 63025 (Online Only)
Life can be overwhelming and challenges may seem insurmountable. It may be difficult to find a way through the barriers that are standing in the way of your personal happiness. Intense emotions like anxiety, depression, and anger can make managing stressful situations even more difficult. Maladaptive coping strategies like emotionally shutting down, perfectionism, critical thinking, alcohol and drug use, self-sabotage and communication breakdowns can increase feelings of isolation and loneliness. Reaching out for help takes strength and courage. Therapy can help you find a way through the barriers that are holding you back.
Life can be overwhelming and challenges may seem insurmountable. It may be difficult to find a way through the barriers that are standing in the way of your personal happiness. Intense emotions like anxiety, depression, and anger can make managing stressful situations even more difficult. Maladaptive coping strategies like emotionally shutting down, perfectionism, critical thinking, alcohol and drug use, self-sabotage and communication breakdowns can increase feelings of isolation and loneliness. Reaching out for help takes strength and courage. Therapy can help you find a way through the barriers that are holding you back.
Christine E Ottinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Eureka, MO 63025
My specialties include working with adults, children & adolescents with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD and Anxiety Disorders.
Is your teen or tween struggling at home, school or in peer relationships? Is his/her mood or behavior creating a chaotic environment for your family? I believe that with education and encouragement, your adolescent can learn the skills necessary to cope with stress, adjust to life's transitions and mature into a healthy resilient adult.
My specialties include working with adults, children & adolescents with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD and Anxiety Disorders.
Is your teen or tween struggling at home, school or in peer relationships? Is his/her mood or behavior creating a chaotic environment for your family? I believe that with education and encouragement, your adolescent can learn the skills necessary to cope with stress, adjust to life's transitions and mature into a healthy resilient adult.
Leeann Pennington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Eureka, MO 63025
Not accepting new clients
When appropriate, I use Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy to help adolescents and adults work through many issues, including anxiety, PTSD, OCD, & depression.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I commit my work to helping my clients overcome anxiety, stress, PTSD, trauma related issues, OCD, and general life transitions. I utilize many different treatment modules based upon each individual client's need and work with each person to determine the best treatment plan for them. My primary focus is to offer empathy, support, and acceptance to every person who walks into my office.
When appropriate, I use Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy to help adolescents and adults work through many issues, including anxiety, PTSD, OCD, & depression.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I commit my work to helping my clients overcome anxiety, stress, PTSD, trauma related issues, OCD, and general life transitions. I utilize many different treatment modules based upon each individual client's need and work with each person to determine the best treatment plan for them. My primary focus is to offer empathy, support, and acceptance to every person who walks into my office.
Through my experiences working in a variety of settings, I have a range of knowledge in grief support, anxiety disorders, depression, and behavior issues as well as helping siblings of children with special needs.
Mental wellness is just as important as our physical wellness. Whether you are trying to pinpoint your child's or teen's presenting issue, are feeling they are in a "funk" or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or school difficulties, I would be honored to help be a guide to help find balance in your life. We all have the potential to grow and find happiness even in the midst of chaos or times of uncertainty. If you are ready to make changes in your life, I'd be happy to help guide your family.
Through my experiences working in a variety of settings, I have a range of knowledge in grief support, anxiety disorders, depression, and behavior issues as well as helping siblings of children with special needs.
Mental wellness is just as important as our physical wellness. Whether you are trying to pinpoint your child's or teen's presenting issue, are feeling they are in a "funk" or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or school difficulties, I would be honored to help be a guide to help find balance in your life. We all have the potential to grow and find happiness even in the midst of chaos or times of uncertainty. If you are ready to make changes in your life, I'd be happy to help guide your family.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, or behavioral issues? Do you long for a compassionate, supportive counselor who understands your unique challenges and can guide you towards positive change? Look no further. As a specialized counselor, I offer empathetic support tailored to individuals facing ADHD, depression, anxiety, and behavioral hurdles. My approach is rooted in kindness, understanding, and a genuine desire to see my clients thrive. I believe in fostering a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your concerns.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, or behavioral issues? Do you long for a compassionate, supportive counselor who understands your unique challenges and can guide you towards positive change? Look no further. As a specialized counselor, I offer empathetic support tailored to individuals facing ADHD, depression, anxiety, and behavioral hurdles. My approach is rooted in kindness, understanding, and a genuine desire to see my clients thrive. I believe in fostering a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your concerns.
Michelle Fienup
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, ASDCS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eureka, MO 63025
Michelle Fienup is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, National Board-Certified Counselor, an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist and a Certified Employee Assistance Provider. Michelle works with a wide variety of adults and has experience working with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, sexual assault or abuse, gender or sexual identity issues, relationship issues, and communication issues.
Michelle Fienup is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, National Board-Certified Counselor, an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, an Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist and a Certified Employee Assistance Provider. Michelle works with a wide variety of adults and has experience working with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, sexual assault or abuse, gender or sexual identity issues, relationship issues, and communication issues.
I specialize in supporting barriers including; trauma, addiction, depression, and anxiety.
Are you achieving your goals and truly living your best life? If you answered yes, then you have discovered a secret that many often spend a lifetime trying to find. If you answered no to that question or just aren’t sure, then you are not alone! The truth is we all struggle with something whether it be mental, physical or combination of both. The issue is when those struggles become a focal point in our life which prevents us from focusing on our purpose and achieving joy and happiness. I'll help you identify ways to resolve those struggles/find solutions so you can live a life you are truly happy with!
I specialize in supporting barriers including; trauma, addiction, depression, and anxiety.
Are you achieving your goals and truly living your best life? If you answered yes, then you have discovered a secret that many often spend a lifetime trying to find. If you answered no to that question or just aren’t sure, then you are not alone! The truth is we all struggle with something whether it be mental, physical or combination of both. The issue is when those struggles become a focal point in our life which prevents us from focusing on our purpose and achieving joy and happiness. I'll help you identify ways to resolve those struggles/find solutions so you can live a life you are truly happy with!
I help survivors overcome past traumas in order to help them begin to heal. I started my career working in the world of non-profit mental health. It was during this time that I realized that we in the mental health community were often treating the wrong thing, our clients tended to be struggling with Trauma more than anything, but we’d be focused on substance use, depression, and anxiety. This would lead to stagnation, due to the real issues not being addressed. Due to this I focus on the treatment of core issues. I focus on what is holding someone back, and not just the symptoms that are caused by these bigger problems.
I help survivors overcome past traumas in order to help them begin to heal. I started my career working in the world of non-profit mental health. It was during this time that I realized that we in the mental health community were often treating the wrong thing, our clients tended to be struggling with Trauma more than anything, but we’d be focused on substance use, depression, and anxiety. This would lead to stagnation, due to the real issues not being addressed. Due to this I focus on the treatment of core issues. I focus on what is holding someone back, and not just the symptoms that are caused by these bigger problems.
I work with those dealing with loss, depression, anxiety, trauma and other life-controlling issues.
My hope is to be a first step in overcoming feelings of isolation and loneliness. If your world has been turned upside-down, either from the loss of a loved one or life's hardships, let's connect. Learning how to trust and practice new life skills are foundational in moving forward in relationships.
I work with those dealing with loss, depression, anxiety, trauma and other life-controlling issues.
My hope is to be a first step in overcoming feelings of isolation and loneliness. If your world has been turned upside-down, either from the loss of a loved one or life's hardships, let's connect. Learning how to trust and practice new life skills are foundational in moving forward in relationships.
Dana Patton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Eureka, MO 63025 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed or defeated with life's unexpected turns? Feeling pushed beyond your ability to cope? I believe that no matter who you are, as a human being we all need support throughout our lives. It takes courage and strength to reach out for support. I'm a compassionate and empathetic therapist who understands how difficult it can be and you do not have to carry the weight forever.
Do you feel overwhelmed or defeated with life's unexpected turns? Feeling pushed beyond your ability to cope? I believe that no matter who you are, as a human being we all need support throughout our lives. It takes courage and strength to reach out for support. I'm a compassionate and empathetic therapist who understands how difficult it can be and you do not have to carry the weight forever.
Are you overwhelmed with worry, sadness, or intrusive thoughts? Are you feeling stuck in life? Do you find yourself pushing away your emotions because they are uncomfortable? It can be challenging to deal with everything life throws at you. Sometimes we can carry the weight of past experiences for years, not knowing how to overcome the build-up of negative experiences and thoughts. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to feel in control of your thoughts and emotions rather than being held at their mercy? It can be a challenging road, but it is well worth the effort.
Are you overwhelmed with worry, sadness, or intrusive thoughts? Are you feeling stuck in life? Do you find yourself pushing away your emotions because they are uncomfortable? It can be challenging to deal with everything life throws at you. Sometimes we can carry the weight of past experiences for years, not knowing how to overcome the build-up of negative experiences and thoughts. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to feel in control of your thoughts and emotions rather than being held at their mercy? It can be a challenging road, but it is well worth the effort.
Mary Downey-Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eureka, MO 63025
Welcome to your new beginning! I am here to walk beside you through the healing process and to guide you towards a healthier version of yourself. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I genuinely value the importance of building rapport with clients and to support clients finding a therapist they feel is a good fit for them based on their individual treatment needs and goals. I believe in the inherent resilience of the human spirit and embrace a strength-based lens when working with individuals who have experienced trauma as well as other challenges and stressors.
Welcome to your new beginning! I am here to walk beside you through the healing process and to guide you towards a healthier version of yourself. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I genuinely value the importance of building rapport with clients and to support clients finding a therapist they feel is a good fit for them based on their individual treatment needs and goals. I believe in the inherent resilience of the human spirit and embrace a strength-based lens when working with individuals who have experienced trauma as well as other challenges and stressors.
As a licensed professional counselor, I am deeply committed to fostering positive change in the lives of school aged kids, teens and adults facing challenges. I love to help families learn to connect/reconnect with one another. I also support families in navigating the IEP/504 process by demystifying the process and advocating on your child's behalf so they can receive the services they need. I excel at building trusting relationships aimed at breaking down barriers and growing beyond limitations to create lasting change. I offer an environment of care, safety and respect for you and your child to heal and grow.
As a licensed professional counselor, I am deeply committed to fostering positive change in the lives of school aged kids, teens and adults facing challenges. I love to help families learn to connect/reconnect with one another. I also support families in navigating the IEP/504 process by demystifying the process and advocating on your child's behalf so they can receive the services they need. I excel at building trusting relationships aimed at breaking down barriers and growing beyond limitations to create lasting change. I offer an environment of care, safety and respect for you and your child to heal and grow.
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Medelyn Minor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
Ellisville, MO 63011 (Online Only)
Feeling depressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Relationship problems? Stress at home or work? Struggling with codependency? Counseling can help! I treat adults, teens, and couples suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, bipolar, and addictions. I also work with families, couples, and individuals who struggle with relationship problems, including codependency. If someone you love is addicted or suffering from serious mental illness, you may need help managing your relationship. Don't give up hope! Counseling can be educational, encouraging, and empowering for you.
Feeling depressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Relationship problems? Stress at home or work? Struggling with codependency? Counseling can help! I treat adults, teens, and couples suffering from stress, depression, anxiety, bipolar, and addictions. I also work with families, couples, and individuals who struggle with relationship problems, including codependency. If someone you love is addicted or suffering from serious mental illness, you may need help managing your relationship. Don't give up hope! Counseling can be educational, encouraging, and empowering for you.
Jessica Street
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63011
Whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, I provide a compassionate space for self-discovery, growth, and healing. I work with adults and teens to help them overcome obstacles to find freedom from symptoms that keep them from meeting their full potential. I often work with individuals who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, and abuse. In addition, I work with those experiencing anxiety, depression, parenting problems, and issues with self-worth. Together, we will work to build your unique path to wellness.
Whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, I provide a compassionate space for self-discovery, growth, and healing. I work with adults and teens to help them overcome obstacles to find freedom from symptoms that keep them from meeting their full potential. I often work with individuals who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, and abuse. In addition, I work with those experiencing anxiety, depression, parenting problems, and issues with self-worth. Together, we will work to build your unique path to wellness.
My clients have seen positive, long-lasting results with such issues as anxiety, stress, depression, codependency, relationships, abuse, traumatic events, childhood issues, grief and loss, self-worth, women's issues, and marriage and family dynamics.
It is my passion to help clients experience restoration and refreshment for empowerment of spirit, soul, and body. Let your journey to healing and wholeness be guided by a counselor with wisdom and compassion. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups in a variety of counseling specialties.
My clients have seen positive, long-lasting results with such issues as anxiety, stress, depression, codependency, relationships, abuse, traumatic events, childhood issues, grief and loss, self-worth, women's issues, and marriage and family dynamics.
It is my passion to help clients experience restoration and refreshment for empowerment of spirit, soul, and body. Let your journey to healing and wholeness be guided by a counselor with wisdom and compassion. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups in a variety of counseling specialties.
I consider myself to be warm, accepting and compassionate and skilled in working with persons with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism , trauma and life transitions.
I have worked in the mental health field for the past 11 years in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Louis University and my Master's degree in professional counseling is from Lindenwood University. My experience encompasses working with many varied populations from age 8 and up. I have worked in a domestic violence shelter, domestic violence hot line, IOP , LGBTQ + community , facilitated support groups in parenting issues and substance abuse issues.
I consider myself to be warm, accepting and compassionate and skilled in working with persons with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism , trauma and life transitions.
I have worked in the mental health field for the past 11 years in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Louis University and my Master's degree in professional counseling is from Lindenwood University. My experience encompasses working with many varied populations from age 8 and up. I have worked in a domestic violence shelter, domestic violence hot line, IOP , LGBTQ + community , facilitated support groups in parenting issues and substance abuse issues.
Brandon Thoma, LPC 2015035432. My focus is on your overall wellbeing and feelings of life fulfillment. I believe that you come first in the therapy process and are most successful when met with unwavering support. My therapeutic approach focuses on Person Centered and Existential Therapy with other effective techniques from Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, and CBT. I primarily work with adults and teenagers who struggle with depression, anxiety, and relationships. However, I also have experience with other severe mental illnesses, substance abuse, and trauma.
Brandon Thoma, LPC 2015035432. My focus is on your overall wellbeing and feelings of life fulfillment. I believe that you come first in the therapy process and are most successful when met with unwavering support. My therapeutic approach focuses on Person Centered and Existential Therapy with other effective techniques from Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, and CBT. I primarily work with adults and teenagers who struggle with depression, anxiety, and relationships. However, I also have experience with other severe mental illnesses, substance abuse, and trauma.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.