In Person Therapists in Jefferson City, MO
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Are you feeling stuck and confused about how to manage stress in your life? Do you have a problem(s)/decision(s) that you are not sure how to resolve? Sometimes the thought of seeking a therapist can be scary and intimidating. You may discover, it can ease the struggles that often appear in one's life. I have been a clinician for over 20 yrs with experience from a variety of settings, such as, private practice, in-patient and outpatient behavioral health. I am dedicated to making your journey easier. Whether you are faced with a daily stressor or have major concerns, I am here to support you to find comfort and solutions regarding your challenges.
Are you feeling stuck and confused about how to manage stress in your life? Do you have a problem(s)/decision(s) that you are not sure how to resolve? Sometimes the thought of seeking a therapist can be scary and intimidating. You may discover, it can ease the struggles that often appear in one's life. I have been a clinician for over 20 yrs with experience from a variety of settings, such as, private practice, in-patient and outpatient behavioral health. I am dedicated to making your journey easier. Whether you are faced with a daily stressor or have major concerns, I am here to support you to find comfort and solutions regarding your challenges.
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Jenna Amato
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC, CIT, PLPC
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Are you so anxious the tears come and in that moment you're not even sure what you're anxious about, you just wish the clench of your stomach and the tightness in your chest would subside? Do you think sometimes you're a monster under your skin and no one knows the real you? Do you sometimes feel like crawling in a hole and and sleeping it all away, until it maybe feels ok, until your body isn't tense anymore and your skin isn't prickled because you feel like vomiting but can't. I work with clients experiencing intense anxiety, shame, self-harm, and self-sabotage.
Are you so anxious the tears come and in that moment you're not even sure what you're anxious about, you just wish the clench of your stomach and the tightness in your chest would subside? Do you think sometimes you're a monster under your skin and no one knows the real you? Do you sometimes feel like crawling in a hole and and sleeping it all away, until it maybe feels ok, until your body isn't tense anymore and your skin isn't prickled because you feel like vomiting but can't. I work with clients experiencing intense anxiety, shame, self-harm, and self-sabotage.
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My ideal client is a teen navigating the complexities of adolesence, who may find themselves struggling with anxiety and depression. Often, these teens seek support because they are tired of feeling overwhelmed by their emotions and want to find effective coping strategies. Goals include learning how to manage stress, build self-esteem, improve communication skills, and cultivate healthy relationships. They aspire to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, ultimately striving for greater emotional resilience and well-being. We achieve these goals by fostering a supportive environment where they can explore, learn, and grow.
My ideal client is a teen navigating the complexities of adolesence, who may find themselves struggling with anxiety and depression. Often, these teens seek support because they are tired of feeling overwhelmed by their emotions and want to find effective coping strategies. Goals include learning how to manage stress, build self-esteem, improve communication skills, and cultivate healthy relationships. They aspire to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, ultimately striving for greater emotional resilience and well-being. We achieve these goals by fostering a supportive environment where they can explore, learn, and grow.
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Frederick D Boley
Licensed Professional Counselor, OP, LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65101
My ideal client is someone who may have tried other ways, and is discouraged. People who are in pain...but not sure if therapy is their thing. I am very accepting and understanding, and I am a faithful Catholic Christian, so many Catholics and Christians of every denomination enjoy working with me, though I also see atheists, Buddhists and all other sorts.
My ideal client is someone who may have tried other ways, and is discouraged. People who are in pain...but not sure if therapy is their thing. I am very accepting and understanding, and I am a faithful Catholic Christian, so many Catholics and Christians of every denomination enjoy working with me, though I also see atheists, Buddhists and all other sorts.
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Lighthouse of Hope & Healing, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, or ODD? Have you experienced trauma in the past or currently experiencing trauma? Wherever you find yourself in life, I am here to listen and help you best learn and discover ways to heal from the past and discover a joy for today & the future.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, or ODD? Have you experienced trauma in the past or currently experiencing trauma? Wherever you find yourself in life, I am here to listen and help you best learn and discover ways to heal from the past and discover a joy for today & the future.
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Embarking on a holistic and empathetic path to mental wellness can be transformative. Whether you're grappling with trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, or family and relationship conflicts, a supportive space for exploration and growth awaits you. Diverse therapeutic methods like ACT, EMDR, CBT, and Play Therapy are at your disposal, fostering self-exploration and a commitment to overcoming challenges for a balanced, fulfilling life. The goal is to develop healthier coping skills, improve relationships, strengthen family bonds, gain self-understanding, and navigate life with resilience and clarity.
Embarking on a holistic and empathetic path to mental wellness can be transformative. Whether you're grappling with trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, or family and relationship conflicts, a supportive space for exploration and growth awaits you. Diverse therapeutic methods like ACT, EMDR, CBT, and Play Therapy are at your disposal, fostering self-exploration and a commitment to overcoming challenges for a balanced, fulfilling life. The goal is to develop healthier coping skills, improve relationships, strengthen family bonds, gain self-understanding, and navigate life with resilience and clarity.
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Miranda L Backes
Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65101
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Does the stress of everyday life feel like "too much?" Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, excessive worrying, panic attacks, or shame? Do these issues pour over into other areas in your life such as your marriage or work? If any of these things sound like something you experience, then you've likely found the right therapist! Its time you found the strength to surrender these feelings and begin to feel empowered to make brave changes.
Does the stress of everyday life feel like "too much?" Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, excessive worrying, panic attacks, or shame? Do these issues pour over into other areas in your life such as your marriage or work? If any of these things sound like something you experience, then you've likely found the right therapist! Its time you found the strength to surrender these feelings and begin to feel empowered to make brave changes.
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Kate Kolb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65109
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults find healing and personal growth. As someone who entered my first counseling session in 2012, I understand the anxiety and fear of putting yourself out there to begin working with a therapist on issues that are personal and unique to you. I strive to help all of my clients feel safe, comfortable, and always offer a judgement free zone. That being said, I may not always say what you want to hear. I may offer a gentle push or assist you in recognizing some behavioral patterns that are holding you back. We all have them! I'm excited to walk next to you on your journey for growth!
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults find healing and personal growth. As someone who entered my first counseling session in 2012, I understand the anxiety and fear of putting yourself out there to begin working with a therapist on issues that are personal and unique to you. I strive to help all of my clients feel safe, comfortable, and always offer a judgement free zone. That being said, I may not always say what you want to hear. I may offer a gentle push or assist you in recognizing some behavioral patterns that are holding you back. We all have them! I'm excited to walk next to you on your journey for growth!
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Robert William Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65101
If you are feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, avoidant, unmotivated, distracted, or generally discontent with yourself, your social life, your job, your purpose, or a particular relationship or situation you have found yourself in, you might be suffering from anxiety, depression, or acute stress disorder. I can help. If you want to get better, do better, and feel better, a little effort will go a long way in reaching your specific goals, which together we can not only identify, but drill down to specifics, and find the path of least resistance.
If you are feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, avoidant, unmotivated, distracted, or generally discontent with yourself, your social life, your job, your purpose, or a particular relationship or situation you have found yourself in, you might be suffering from anxiety, depression, or acute stress disorder. I can help. If you want to get better, do better, and feel better, a little effort will go a long way in reaching your specific goals, which together we can not only identify, but drill down to specifics, and find the path of least resistance.
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Toni Rahman, Traveling Healer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Trauma's not always what we think it is. It’s not always something big like an accident or loss of a loved one. More often it’s something that happens too soon or too different from what the person has experienced before, causing overload and shutdown in the system. Moving through life without being able to find resolution or make sense of it leaves the body feeling as though that overwhelming event is still happening. Without adequate support, the survivor feels trapped and like something is wrong with them. It's not you. Whatever happened, you can overcome it. A trusting relationship is often the first step toward healing.
Trauma's not always what we think it is. It’s not always something big like an accident or loss of a loved one. More often it’s something that happens too soon or too different from what the person has experienced before, causing overload and shutdown in the system. Moving through life without being able to find resolution or make sense of it leaves the body feeling as though that overwhelming event is still happening. Without adequate support, the survivor feels trapped and like something is wrong with them. It's not you. Whatever happened, you can overcome it. A trusting relationship is often the first step toward healing.
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Do you want a better relationship, but aren't sure how to get past the hurdles? I can help. If you feel like you aren't connecting, not communicating well, have grown apart, or that misunderstandings and arguments are causing hurt, I offer tools to help you hit pause, leverage your emotions, and engage more effectively with one another. If you want to take a comprehensive and structured approach to looking at your marriage and want to try something a little different than traditional therapy, I offer a unique way of working with couples.
Do you want a better relationship, but aren't sure how to get past the hurdles? I can help. If you feel like you aren't connecting, not communicating well, have grown apart, or that misunderstandings and arguments are causing hurt, I offer tools to help you hit pause, leverage your emotions, and engage more effectively with one another. If you want to take a comprehensive and structured approach to looking at your marriage and want to try something a little different than traditional therapy, I offer a unique way of working with couples.
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Sharon Baysinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Where there is a lack of love and belonging, there is suffering (Brene Brown). Whether from trauma, distorted self-beliefs, or fear, do you want to show up in your relationships and your life as your most whole self? I have found a consistent pattern of looking for external solutions to internal problems; wholeness is the best gift we can give to others and ourselves. However, it is hard for most of us to see ourselves clearly and exactly how we are preventing ourselves from feeling better. In all of these ways, I can help you be the best version of yourself.
Where there is a lack of love and belonging, there is suffering (Brene Brown). Whether from trauma, distorted self-beliefs, or fear, do you want to show up in your relationships and your life as your most whole self? I have found a consistent pattern of looking for external solutions to internal problems; wholeness is the best gift we can give to others and ourselves. However, it is hard for most of us to see ourselves clearly and exactly how we are preventing ourselves from feeling better. In all of these ways, I can help you be the best version of yourself.
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I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of counseling in fostering resilience and personal growth. My approach is grounded in empathy and cultural sensitivity, creating a safe space where clients can explore their emotions, challenges, and aspirations freely. Whether you're navigating the complexities of adolescence, grappling with the pressures of young adulthood, or seeking clarity amidst life's transitions, I am here to support and guide you.
I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of counseling in fostering resilience and personal growth. My approach is grounded in empathy and cultural sensitivity, creating a safe space where clients can explore their emotions, challenges, and aspirations freely. Whether you're navigating the complexities of adolescence, grappling with the pressures of young adulthood, or seeking clarity amidst life's transitions, I am here to support and guide you.
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In a nut shell, I care about people and have a desire to help others on their quest for healing, wholeness, and reaching their full potential. Life can be hard and sometimes we need a helping hand to navigate the murky waters, and that's okay. Respect for others and empathy in their circumstances is paramount in this profession and I keep that in mind in all situations.
In a nut shell, I care about people and have a desire to help others on their quest for healing, wholeness, and reaching their full potential. Life can be hard and sometimes we need a helping hand to navigate the murky waters, and that's okay. Respect for others and empathy in their circumstances is paramount in this profession and I keep that in mind in all situations.
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Do you ever feel like you've lost yourself in your relationship? That you don't even know your partner anymore? Or that you're lonely, but you shouldn't be because your life looks 'right' on the outside? You are in the right place. I work best with people who want help in re-finding themselves, loving themselves, and want to work through any experiences that have caused or continue to cause stress, harm, anxiety, or depression for themselves or within their relationship. I love working with clients that want to become better communicators through building, growing, and repairing relationships (with oneself or with your partner).
Do you ever feel like you've lost yourself in your relationship? That you don't even know your partner anymore? Or that you're lonely, but you shouldn't be because your life looks 'right' on the outside? You are in the right place. I work best with people who want help in re-finding themselves, loving themselves, and want to work through any experiences that have caused or continue to cause stress, harm, anxiety, or depression for themselves or within their relationship. I love working with clients that want to become better communicators through building, growing, and repairing relationships (with oneself or with your partner).
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Stacy L Conley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SHRM-CP, PHR, CFRC
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Talking to a therapist is hard; all those emotions are difficult, and being strong all the time for those around you is exhausting. I get it, and I want to make it easier for you. I use interactive techniques that do not leave you sitting on the couch, staring, and not knowing what to say. You came looking at this site for a reason; I believe the reason is that you have suffered long enough and are ready to make a change. Change is scary; you are not alone. I'll be there with you as you make the change. Give me a call.
Talking to a therapist is hard; all those emotions are difficult, and being strong all the time for those around you is exhausting. I get it, and I want to make it easier for you. I use interactive techniques that do not leave you sitting on the couch, staring, and not knowing what to say. You came looking at this site for a reason; I believe the reason is that you have suffered long enough and are ready to make a change. Change is scary; you are not alone. I'll be there with you as you make the change. Give me a call.
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Right Road Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, MAC, MCBQS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Connecting with your counselor can create a relationship that can benefit you for a lifetime. We see individual, couples, and families in areas of addiction, sex therapy, kink conscious, fetish, trauma, life transitions, anger management, relationship issues, monogamy & ethical non-monogamy, grief, work issues, sex positivity, mood changes, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+, identity base trauma, feeling stuck, negative habits, grief, and co-parenting.
Connecting with your counselor can create a relationship that can benefit you for a lifetime. We see individual, couples, and families in areas of addiction, sex therapy, kink conscious, fetish, trauma, life transitions, anger management, relationship issues, monogamy & ethical non-monogamy, grief, work issues, sex positivity, mood changes, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+, identity base trauma, feeling stuck, negative habits, grief, and co-parenting.
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Time is short and lives are busy but if you need counsel due to anxiety, depression anger issues or substance abuse, don’t put it off. Like any maintenance, mental anguish may not improve on its own. Identifiable symptoms include memory loss, overthinking, avoidance, stomach issues, panic attacks, and more. So, let’s take a step! I would ask you to fill out an assessment to help identify the problem that brought you to counseling. Once the problem is identified, I would like to help you develop measurable and productive mental health goals. Once your goals are set, we can look at pathways to foster healing and hope.
Time is short and lives are busy but if you need counsel due to anxiety, depression anger issues or substance abuse, don’t put it off. Like any maintenance, mental anguish may not improve on its own. Identifiable symptoms include memory loss, overthinking, avoidance, stomach issues, panic attacks, and more. So, let’s take a step! I would ask you to fill out an assessment to help identify the problem that brought you to counseling. Once the problem is identified, I would like to help you develop measurable and productive mental health goals. Once your goals are set, we can look at pathways to foster healing and hope.
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Jerry W Kiesling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65101
A lot of resentment can come with aging, whether you yourself are caregiving or you are experiencing changes as you age. It can leave caregivers and seniors feeling stuck without a solution for a way forward to enjoy your life in the midst of hardship or challenges that you are facing with getting older.
A lot of resentment can come with aging, whether you yourself are caregiving or you are experiencing changes as you age. It can leave caregivers and seniors feeling stuck without a solution for a way forward to enjoy your life in the midst of hardship or challenges that you are facing with getting older.
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Eileen Odette Long
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65101
As a licensed clinical social worker I provide therapy and partner with individuals and families helping them achieve their determined goals. I specialize in assisting clients who have experienced trauma, grief, addictions, anxiety, depression, crisis pregnancy, infertility, and adoption. From a 'strengths-based perspective', I support clients through a variety of treatment modalities to gain insight into how their thoughts and emotions impact behavior and how the past can affect the present and determine the future.
As a licensed clinical social worker I provide therapy and partner with individuals and families helping them achieve their determined goals. I specialize in assisting clients who have experienced trauma, grief, addictions, anxiety, depression, crisis pregnancy, infertility, and adoption. From a 'strengths-based perspective', I support clients through a variety of treatment modalities to gain insight into how their thoughts and emotions impact behavior and how the past can affect the present and determine the future.