Marriage Counseling Therapists in Kirksville, MO

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Morgan A Gaeke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kirksville, MO 63501
Waitlist for new clients
How connected do you feel to your significant other? How often do you spend time with your family around the dinner table? I can help you build more caring and satisfying relationships while encouraging each family member to be unique and independent. I work with individual adults, couples, kids and their caregivers, and every combination of family members at home. I assess the interactions between family members as a system. I often focus on communication patterns and behaviors that are hurting your relationships.
How connected do you feel to your significant other? How often do you spend time with your family around the dinner table? I can help you build more caring and satisfying relationships while encouraging each family member to be unique and independent. I work with individual adults, couples, kids and their caregivers, and every combination of family members at home. I assess the interactions between family members as a system. I often focus on communication patterns and behaviors that are hurting your relationships.
(660) 665-7575 View (660) 665-7575
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Becky King
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Kirksville, MO 63501  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults in navigating life and accompanying changes. Challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, are made easier when we partner together to explore those experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults in navigating life and accompanying changes. Challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, are made easier when we partner together to explore those experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
(573) 260-5471 View (573) 260-5471

Online Therapists

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Sheri L. Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65203
I specialize in brief therapy in the areas of adjustment and stress disorders, marital and family issues, depression and anxiety disorders, combat stress, PTSD,grief and loss issues, and chronic terminal illness.
I will work with you as an individual/couple/family by assessing what is most important to you in achieving a positive outcome that you decide you would like to achieve. I have been in private practice since 1993 completing post graduate work at Menninger Foundation. I am a Certified Master Practitioner and Trainer of NLP and Ericksonian hypnosis, both which facilitate change as defined by the client with issues such as PTSD, stress, anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, sexual dysfunction, unwanted addictive behaviors as well as behaviors that just aren't working for you. I work with individuals and couples.
I specialize in brief therapy in the areas of adjustment and stress disorders, marital and family issues, depression and anxiety disorders, combat stress, PTSD,grief and loss issues, and chronic terminal illness.
I will work with you as an individual/couple/family by assessing what is most important to you in achieving a positive outcome that you decide you would like to achieve. I have been in private practice since 1993 completing post graduate work at Menninger Foundation. I am a Certified Master Practitioner and Trainer of NLP and Ericksonian hypnosis, both which facilitate change as defined by the client with issues such as PTSD, stress, anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, sexual dysfunction, unwanted addictive behaviors as well as behaviors that just aren't working for you. I work with individuals and couples.
(785) 260-6084 View (785) 260-6084
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Bethany Wybert
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Moberly, MO 65270
I come alongside individuals, couples, and families, offering a significant amount of experience working with clients in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, marital and relationship issues, and addiction and recovery.
You’re feeling broken. I can help you pick up the pieces. You want more out of life. Maybe you want a more healthy, vibrant marriage. Maybe you want to let go of anger and resentments from past traumas that are stealing your peace and joy today. Maybe you want to say “no” more-without feeling guilty. You are not your problems. You are full of possibilities that are just waiting to be discovered.
I come alongside individuals, couples, and families, offering a significant amount of experience working with clients in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, marital and relationship issues, and addiction and recovery.
You’re feeling broken. I can help you pick up the pieces. You want more out of life. Maybe you want a more healthy, vibrant marriage. Maybe you want to let go of anger and resentments from past traumas that are stealing your peace and joy today. Maybe you want to say “no” more-without feeling guilty. You are not your problems. You are full of possibilities that are just waiting to be discovered.
(573) 488-5811 View (573) 488-5811
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Marriage & Family Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65203
Do you find your relationship is in a rut? Are you unable to resolve conflict? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? The Marriage & Family Counseling Center can help! While all couples and relationships experience negative patterns at times, there are ways to end those cycles and find healing, reduce conflict and create a more fulfilling relationship.
Do you find your relationship is in a rut? Are you unable to resolve conflict? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? The Marriage & Family Counseling Center can help! While all couples and relationships experience negative patterns at times, there are ways to end those cycles and find healing, reduce conflict and create a more fulfilling relationship.
(573) 494-6780 View (573) 494-6780
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James B. Hertel, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65201
I specialize in adult, college student and couples/ marital therapy.
I can help you achieve healthier relationships, more confidence, self understanding, and peace of mind. I have helped adults, college students and couples with support, understanding and answers for over 20 years. I am best suited to help people struggling with relationship problems, depression, anxiety, and chronic unhappiness. I have a depth of "real-world" experiences. I offer a FREE PHONE CONSULTATION. This is a one-time call in which I will provide suggestions how to help you! Accepting all insurance plans, credit and debit cards. Call 573-424-2605 or visit http://www.jimhertelphd.com.
I specialize in adult, college student and couples/ marital therapy.
I can help you achieve healthier relationships, more confidence, self understanding, and peace of mind. I have helped adults, college students and couples with support, understanding and answers for over 20 years. I am best suited to help people struggling with relationship problems, depression, anxiety, and chronic unhappiness. I have a depth of "real-world" experiences. I offer a FREE PHONE CONSULTATION. This is a one-time call in which I will provide suggestions how to help you! Accepting all insurance plans, credit and debit cards. Call 573-424-2605 or visit http://www.jimhertelphd.com.
(573) 535-5452 View (573) 535-5452
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Anchor Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hannibal, MO 63401
I work with individuals, married/co-habiting couples, those who are considering marriage, families, children, and with post-divorce individuals.
Asking for help can be frightening but please do not let fear keep you from taking a step toward growth and healing. I view the first session as a chance for you to assess me as well as me to assess your situation: I beieve there has to be a good fit for effective therapy. With this beginning, I then work with you to address your presenting problem. I can help you find ways to move beyond old hurts, find freedom from anxiety and depression, develop relationship and parenting skills, work through sexual concerns, and cope with stress.
I work with individuals, married/co-habiting couples, those who are considering marriage, families, children, and with post-divorce individuals.
Asking for help can be frightening but please do not let fear keep you from taking a step toward growth and healing. I view the first session as a chance for you to assess me as well as me to assess your situation: I beieve there has to be a good fit for effective therapy. With this beginning, I then work with you to address your presenting problem. I can help you find ways to move beyond old hurts, find freedom from anxiety and depression, develop relationship and parenting skills, work through sexual concerns, and cope with stress.
(660) 851-1965 View (660) 851-1965
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Jennifer Anderson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65203
I offer individual and marriage counseling.
I believe there is healing in being seen and feeling heard. You deserve space and time to know yourself and explore who you want to be. The small parts of you that are begging to have a voice yet are hard to voice are welcome in our sessions. I will sit with you in your heavy spaces and you will not be alone.
I offer individual and marriage counseling.
I believe there is healing in being seen and feeling heard. You deserve space and time to know yourself and explore who you want to be. The small parts of you that are begging to have a voice yet are hard to voice are welcome in our sessions. I will sit with you in your heavy spaces and you will not be alone.
(573) 672-4054 View (573) 672-4054
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Grace Christian Counseling
BS, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Taylor, MO 63471
At that point, often one spouse is not willing to put in the effort to save the marriage.
Are you unhappy in your marriage? Does it feel as if you and your spouse are drifting apart? Do little issues quickly blow up into big problems? As a faith-based counselor with Gottman Method training, I have 10 years of experience working with couples. I also help individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and pornography addiction. I would be honored to walk with you on your jouney toward relational healing and better mental health (Psalm 147:3).
At that point, often one spouse is not willing to put in the effort to save the marriage.
Are you unhappy in your marriage? Does it feel as if you and your spouse are drifting apart? Do little issues quickly blow up into big problems? As a faith-based counselor with Gottman Method training, I have 10 years of experience working with couples. I also help individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and pornography addiction. I would be honored to walk with you on your jouney toward relational healing and better mental health (Psalm 147:3).
(573) 229-0846 View (573) 229-0846
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Kim Oliver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65203
Whether the concerns are related to adjustment, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, chemical dependency, marriage or relationship issues, I can provide tools that reveal many paths to wellness.
I have learned that no one is immune to mental health stress, trauma, OR substance abuse. Most really can find recovery and wellness. In 2000, I began my career providing counseling services in a treatment center and have continued to specialize in coping methods vs. "using." Relationships are sacred. I work with all arrangements of families (CNM & polyamory). Expert family/couples counseling requires expert training. The Gottman Method is taught in three levels and I completed all three in 2017. My intensive couples approach is successful in improving communication and provides many tools and results in a reasonable time frame.
Whether the concerns are related to adjustment, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, chemical dependency, marriage or relationship issues, I can provide tools that reveal many paths to wellness.
I have learned that no one is immune to mental health stress, trauma, OR substance abuse. Most really can find recovery and wellness. In 2000, I began my career providing counseling services in a treatment center and have continued to specialize in coping methods vs. "using." Relationships are sacred. I work with all arrangements of families (CNM & polyamory). Expert family/couples counseling requires expert training. The Gottman Method is taught in three levels and I completed all three in 2017. My intensive couples approach is successful in improving communication and provides many tools and results in a reasonable time frame.
(573) 340-4179 View (573) 340-4179
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Maddie Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65203
Clients that have never experienced counseling and don’t know what to expect would feel right at home with me. I like to ensure no added pressure and enjoy building that trust with a client. I like to work with adolescents, teens, and college-aged kids who are looking for support and guidance during these pivotal times in their lives. I recognize that social media and television now can create body positivity struggles and self-esteem struggles. I would love to help build confidence and self-esteem and promote overall healthy thinking. Boundary setting and family dynamics interest me as well.
Clients that have never experienced counseling and don’t know what to expect would feel right at home with me. I like to ensure no added pressure and enjoy building that trust with a client. I like to work with adolescents, teens, and college-aged kids who are looking for support and guidance during these pivotal times in their lives. I recognize that social media and television now can create body positivity struggles and self-esteem struggles. I would love to help build confidence and self-esteem and promote overall healthy thinking. Boundary setting and family dynamics interest me as well.
(573) 995-2881 View (573) 995-2881
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Jared Torbet
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbia, MO 65203
Do you struggle with anxiety or sadness that affects your day-to-day life, your relationships, or your ability to function? Are you feeling overwhelmed by distractions, disorganization, or procrastination? Or perhaps your relationships are struggling - communication is breaking down, trust is shaken, and intimacy feels distant. I'm here to help! I'm most passionate about couples/family therapy and ADHD coaching. Whether you're a high schooler, college student, or adult professional, I'm dedicated to guiding you through the challenges of ADHD - and to helping you to recognize the incredible strengths of your unique brain.
Do you struggle with anxiety or sadness that affects your day-to-day life, your relationships, or your ability to function? Are you feeling overwhelmed by distractions, disorganization, or procrastination? Or perhaps your relationships are struggling - communication is breaking down, trust is shaken, and intimacy feels distant. I'm here to help! I'm most passionate about couples/family therapy and ADHD coaching. Whether you're a high schooler, college student, or adult professional, I'm dedicated to guiding you through the challenges of ADHD - and to helping you to recognize the incredible strengths of your unique brain.
(573) 229-0512 View (573) 229-0512
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Jordan Cera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AAMFT
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65201  (Online Only)
Do you feel misunderstood, unseen, stuck in life, and/or lonely? I have been practicing therapy for nearly a decade and offer support in processing emotional pain and unpleasant feelings/thoughts. If you are experiencing anxiety/depression/nightmares/phobias, you’re in the right place. Together, we will develop tools & coping skills that help to lessen your daily struggles/worries. Talk therapy offers space to process emotions, increase self-esteem, and improve communication skills. Start healing today.
Do you feel misunderstood, unseen, stuck in life, and/or lonely? I have been practicing therapy for nearly a decade and offer support in processing emotional pain and unpleasant feelings/thoughts. If you are experiencing anxiety/depression/nightmares/phobias, you’re in the right place. Together, we will develop tools & coping skills that help to lessen your daily struggles/worries. Talk therapy offers space to process emotions, increase self-esteem, and improve communication skills. Start healing today.
(573) 837-1663 View (573) 837-1663
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Mia K Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65203
I believe relationships are central to our core being. Therapy is an opportunity for empowerment within ourselves and in our relationships. Whether it is the lack of support from our parents or our partners, unresolved trauma or PTSD, persistent anxiety or depression, or the desire to live more authentically with those closest to us, embarking on a path toward healing is a courageous first step. As you begin on this path, you will learn to communicate more authentically, feel more centered, and develop multiple ways of dealing with life’s challenges.
I believe relationships are central to our core being. Therapy is an opportunity for empowerment within ourselves and in our relationships. Whether it is the lack of support from our parents or our partners, unresolved trauma or PTSD, persistent anxiety or depression, or the desire to live more authentically with those closest to us, embarking on a path toward healing is a courageous first step. As you begin on this path, you will learn to communicate more authentically, feel more centered, and develop multiple ways of dealing with life’s challenges.
(573) 745-4037 View (573) 745-4037
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Shamon Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65201
Life can be challenging, but does it have to be so hard? Lets discuss and discover tools to make life better, ultimately affecting your mental peace and happiness. If you have been struggling with feeling down or hopeless, battling with fear and worry, counseling can be a good option for you. Utilizing counseling to work on your self-esteem, work/relationship stress, trauma, grief as well as life transitions can help you to begin living a life of hope and happiness. Weekend openings and Couples counseling.
Life can be challenging, but does it have to be so hard? Lets discuss and discover tools to make life better, ultimately affecting your mental peace and happiness. If you have been struggling with feeling down or hopeless, battling with fear and worry, counseling can be a good option for you. Utilizing counseling to work on your self-esteem, work/relationship stress, trauma, grief as well as life transitions can help you to begin living a life of hope and happiness. Weekend openings and Couples counseling.
(573) 262-8436 View (573) 262-8436
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Ben Wall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Ashland, MO 65010
Parents develop strategies in my office to minimize family conflicts, cope with difficult situations, and manage disruptive or risky behavior in their kids and teens. Every family is different, and I assist them in creating and implementing a workable approach to meet their specific circumstances. Family counseling will give you a greater understanding of why things feel so hard, why your kid is doing what they are doing, and why things are not changing. You will walk away with specific strategies, plans, and skills that you can use in order to break the patterns of negative behavior and feel more in control and prepared.
Parents develop strategies in my office to minimize family conflicts, cope with difficult situations, and manage disruptive or risky behavior in their kids and teens. Every family is different, and I assist them in creating and implementing a workable approach to meet their specific circumstances. Family counseling will give you a greater understanding of why things feel so hard, why your kid is doing what they are doing, and why things are not changing. You will walk away with specific strategies, plans, and skills that you can use in order to break the patterns of negative behavior and feel more in control and prepared.
(573) 250-2210 View (573) 250-2210
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Joseph D Cusumano
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65201  (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples in a collaborative manner. I am very engaging during the sessions, and seek those who are genuinely interested in learning new ways to think and see the world.
I work with individuals and couples in a collaborative manner. I am very engaging during the sessions, and seek those who are genuinely interested in learning new ways to think and see the world.
(636) 251-4558 View (636) 251-4558
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Danielle Hamilton
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hannibal, MO 63401  (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed and not sure what steps you should take next? Life can be overwhelming and difficult at times with lots of emotions that can be very isolating. These feelings can also make your relationships complicated. I can help you with these difficult feelings and begin feeling like yourself again one therapy session at a time. Sometimes it feels good just to talk to someone that doesn't judge your current situation.
Are you overwhelmed and not sure what steps you should take next? Life can be overwhelming and difficult at times with lots of emotions that can be very isolating. These feelings can also make your relationships complicated. I can help you with these difficult feelings and begin feeling like yourself again one therapy session at a time. Sometimes it feels good just to talk to someone that doesn't judge your current situation.
(573) 779-4178 View (573) 779-4178
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Jennifer Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Columbia, MO 65203  (Online Only)
I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with developmental disabilities, addictions, LGBT-related concerns, personality disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. In the past I worked with youths and adults in both individual therapy and group therapy. Professionally I have worked and volunteered for youth shelter programs, youth LGBT organizations, substance abuse centers, drug court programs, community support agencies, psychiatric hospitals, as well as health insurance agencies.
I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with developmental disabilities, addictions, LGBT-related concerns, personality disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression. In the past I worked with youths and adults in both individual therapy and group therapy. Professionally I have worked and volunteered for youth shelter programs, youth LGBT organizations, substance abuse centers, drug court programs, community support agencies, psychiatric hospitals, as well as health insurance agencies.
(573) 496-1162 View (573) 496-1162
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Open Arms Wellness - Columbia, MO
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MO 65201
Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back? We pride ourselves in finding expert clinicians in each specialty in the greater Columbia area and we have immediate openings. We can help match you to a clinician that has proven success helping clients with similar issues. Our approach assists clients in exploring the source of their problems. We listen. We find unique strategies that build on your passions to bring healing to your life. You won't believe how much better it can get when you work with our handpicked professionals. Locations: Ballwin, Central West End, Brentwood and Columbia, Missouri.
Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back? We pride ourselves in finding expert clinicians in each specialty in the greater Columbia area and we have immediate openings. We can help match you to a clinician that has proven success helping clients with similar issues. Our approach assists clients in exploring the source of their problems. We listen. We find unique strategies that build on your passions to bring healing to your life. You won't believe how much better it can get when you work with our handpicked professionals. Locations: Ballwin, Central West End, Brentwood and Columbia, Missouri.
(573) 284-2893 View (573) 284-2893

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.