Family Systems Therapists in Kirkwood, MO
I believe the therapeutic process is a collaborative relationship and work with my clients to utilize a combination of evidence based, therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Reprocessing Therapy, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems and CBT, DBT principles.
My general approach with working with clients for over 20 years is highly individualized, relational and strengthen based. I believe most clients simply need an environment to communicate, process feelings and gain insight in order to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I offer individual therapy for adolescents, adults and family therapy. My passion has always been treating eating disorders and the underlying causes such as depression and anxiety. Another clinical passion and area of focus has been assisting women and mothers with identity development and navigating life transitions.
I believe the therapeutic process is a collaborative relationship and work with my clients to utilize a combination of evidence based, therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Reprocessing Therapy, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems and CBT, DBT principles.
My general approach with working with clients for over 20 years is highly individualized, relational and strengthen based. I believe most clients simply need an environment to communicate, process feelings and gain insight in order to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I offer individual therapy for adolescents, adults and family therapy. My passion has always been treating eating disorders and the underlying causes such as depression and anxiety. Another clinical passion and area of focus has been assisting women and mothers with identity development and navigating life transitions.
Lily has over a decade of experience serving individuals, couples, adolescents, families & relationship systems. She specializes in eating disorders, sexual disorders and relationship issues. Further, she is skilled in addressing mood disorders (anxiety, depression, OCD), trauma-related disorders (sexual, physical, emotional abuse, PTSD), and personality disorders (borderline personality disorder, dissociative identity disorder). Her integrative approach includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Systems Theory, the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and other modalities in order to meet each client's individual needs.
Lily has over a decade of experience serving individuals, couples, adolescents, families & relationship systems. She specializes in eating disorders, sexual disorders and relationship issues. Further, she is skilled in addressing mood disorders (anxiety, depression, OCD), trauma-related disorders (sexual, physical, emotional abuse, PTSD), and personality disorders (borderline personality disorder, dissociative identity disorder). Her integrative approach includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Systems Theory, the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and other modalities in order to meet each client's individual needs.
Angela Lovett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hi there, I am here to help you. I work with individuals, couples, and families with struggles ranging from current life issues, relationship struggles, and issues that have been a lifelong battle. Clients often come to me because they have hit the lowest point and have never felt more alone, even after trying therapy countless times before. Many clients have left counseling finding resolution and a drive to live their life to the fullest. My clients have expressed finding healing, feeling equipped to manage life, and having healthier relationships and connections with others that they previously thought weren't possible.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hi there, I am here to help you. I work with individuals, couples, and families with struggles ranging from current life issues, relationship struggles, and issues that have been a lifelong battle. Clients often come to me because they have hit the lowest point and have never felt more alone, even after trying therapy countless times before. Many clients have left counseling finding resolution and a drive to live their life to the fullest. My clients have expressed finding healing, feeling equipped to manage life, and having healthier relationships and connections with others that they previously thought weren't possible.
I specialize in Christian Counseling, Family Systems, and Behavioral Therapy.
I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients where a collaborative and goal-oriented relationship can develop. I assist people in increasing awareness of themselves and facilitate their journey towards healing, growth, understanding and peace.
I specialize in Christian Counseling, Family Systems, and Behavioral Therapy.
I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients where a collaborative and goal-oriented relationship can develop. I assist people in increasing awareness of themselves and facilitate their journey towards healing, growth, understanding and peace.
Jennifer Kathleen Gauvain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
As a certified Internal Family Systems therapist (IFS), I specialize in working with couples and individuals who want to create healthy, satisfying relationships.
With compassionate guidance, I believe in a therapeutic partnership with my clients to draw on your personal strengths, build new skills, increase awareness, and assist you in creating positive change. For more than 30 years I have worked with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My focus includes relationship issues, pre-marital counseling, family stressors, trauma related experiences, anxiety, depression, self-injurious behaviors, parenting issues, & grief and loss. By starting where you are, I can help you identify your needs, and together we will begin the journey towards a deeper level of change and satisfaction.
As a certified Internal Family Systems therapist (IFS), I specialize in working with couples and individuals who want to create healthy, satisfying relationships.
With compassionate guidance, I believe in a therapeutic partnership with my clients to draw on your personal strengths, build new skills, increase awareness, and assist you in creating positive change. For more than 30 years I have worked with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My focus includes relationship issues, pre-marital counseling, family stressors, trauma related experiences, anxiety, depression, self-injurious behaviors, parenting issues, & grief and loss. By starting where you are, I can help you identify your needs, and together we will begin the journey towards a deeper level of change and satisfaction.
Mark Patrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental counseling to individuals and families. I am particularly passionate about working with adolescents and their family systems. Learn more and contact me for a free consultation at www.markpatrickcounseling.com.
I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental counseling to individuals and families. I am particularly passionate about working with adolescents and their family systems. Learn more and contact me for a free consultation at www.markpatrickcounseling.com.
If you need a warm, supportive space where you can feel safe to explore, learn, and make changes, you've come to the right place! I work with people from diverse backgrounds in a compassionate manner focusing on improving communication, recovering from past trauma, and developing effective strategies for stress/coping. I am directive at times and will challenge you to take on new perspectives and try out new behaviors, but at a pace that is comfortable to you. I use cognitive-behavioral techniques, role-playing, goal setting, exposure/response prevention, assertiveness training, internal family systems, and others.
If you need a warm, supportive space where you can feel safe to explore, learn, and make changes, you've come to the right place! I work with people from diverse backgrounds in a compassionate manner focusing on improving communication, recovering from past trauma, and developing effective strategies for stress/coping. I am directive at times and will challenge you to take on new perspectives and try out new behaviors, but at a pace that is comfortable to you. I use cognitive-behavioral techniques, role-playing, goal setting, exposure/response prevention, assertiveness training, internal family systems, and others.
Carrie Hequembourg
Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I use many different modalities including Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method, and Narrative Therapy.
Many of us have unknowingly rejected or silenced parts of ourselves that don’t fit with our idea of who we are supposed to be. As a result, life can feel out of balance or even inauthentic. My hope is to create a safe and accepting space for you to feel empowered to implement positive changes in your life. I work with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety and worry, substance use, stress, trauma, abuse, anger, fear, grief and loss, guilt and shame, and other challenges. I also work with couples who are having difficulty connecting and experiencing issues related to trust, intimacy, and affection.
I use many different modalities including Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method, and Narrative Therapy.
Many of us have unknowingly rejected or silenced parts of ourselves that don’t fit with our idea of who we are supposed to be. As a result, life can feel out of balance or even inauthentic. My hope is to create a safe and accepting space for you to feel empowered to implement positive changes in your life. I work with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety and worry, substance use, stress, trauma, abuse, anger, fear, grief and loss, guilt and shame, and other challenges. I also work with couples who are having difficulty connecting and experiencing issues related to trust, intimacy, and affection.
Devin Feeney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
My approach is grounded in attachment theory, yet I also integrate family systems work, interpersonal processing, trauma-based practices, and emotional regulation skills.
In a world marked by hardship, counseling provides space for us to confront our experiences with safety and support. Many things in life can throw us off balance. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges, fostering new ways of relating and flourishing. As a counselor, I aim to create an environment where you can find your footing, feel secure, and be embraced for who you truly are. I believe that genuine change occurs when we reconnect with ourselves and build safe, meaningful relationships with others. Whether you're experiencing joy or grappling with difficulties, my commitment is to meet you exactly where you are.
My approach is grounded in attachment theory, yet I also integrate family systems work, interpersonal processing, trauma-based practices, and emotional regulation skills.
In a world marked by hardship, counseling provides space for us to confront our experiences with safety and support. Many things in life can throw us off balance. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges, fostering new ways of relating and flourishing. As a counselor, I aim to create an environment where you can find your footing, feel secure, and be embraced for who you truly are. I believe that genuine change occurs when we reconnect with ourselves and build safe, meaningful relationships with others. Whether you're experiencing joy or grappling with difficulties, my commitment is to meet you exactly where you are.
Integrate family systems, attachment theory, parts work, mindfulness.
Are you having difficulty with relationships and connecting with others? Are you impacted by trauma, stressful relationships such as caregiving, family members with substance use, your own substance use, or conflict in relationships? Is you history influencing your present day life? Are you looking for a therapeutic relationship that will be comfortable for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so you can begin to find peace, increased self-worth, better boundaries, and improved ability to feel joy and be present? If you relate to these concerns send me an email and lets talk.
Integrate family systems, attachment theory, parts work, mindfulness.
Are you having difficulty with relationships and connecting with others? Are you impacted by trauma, stressful relationships such as caregiving, family members with substance use, your own substance use, or conflict in relationships? Is you history influencing your present day life? Are you looking for a therapeutic relationship that will be comfortable for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so you can begin to find peace, increased self-worth, better boundaries, and improved ability to feel joy and be present? If you relate to these concerns send me an email and lets talk.
Daniel J Frank
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I understand how challenging being an adolescent can be. I have worked with adolescents for over 25 years. I can offer a private, confidential and safe environment to be able to work through those challenges. I can help with: anxiety, depression, school issues, being bullied, resolving conflicts, Asperger's Syndrome, social skills, identity struggles, drugs and alcohol issues, and a stressful home life. I am ready to take on those challenges with you and show you that you can overcome them.
I understand how challenging being an adolescent can be. I have worked with adolescents for over 25 years. I can offer a private, confidential and safe environment to be able to work through those challenges. I can help with: anxiety, depression, school issues, being bullied, resolving conflicts, Asperger's Syndrome, social skills, identity struggles, drugs and alcohol issues, and a stressful home life. I am ready to take on those challenges with you and show you that you can overcome them.
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Seeking therapy for an eating disorder or food-related concern is a brave first step toward healing and I am glad you are here. I am a dedicated provisionally licensed therapist specializing in eating disorders with a strong foundation in scientific research and a passion for fostering healing. I am a Nationally Board-Certified Counselor, who holds both a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and in Psychology. I also have a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies and worked in the Eating Disorders Program at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
Seeking therapy for an eating disorder or food-related concern is a brave first step toward healing and I am glad you are here. I am a dedicated provisionally licensed therapist specializing in eating disorders with a strong foundation in scientific research and a passion for fostering healing. I am a Nationally Board-Certified Counselor, who holds both a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and in Psychology. I also have a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies and worked in the Eating Disorders Program at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
I believe each of us is our own best teacher, from childhood to adulthood. No one can ever know you better than you know yourself. And yet, with all the noise surrounding us in our day-to-day lives, sometimes we have difficulty finding that voice. The noise surrounding us can make it difficult to tackle the stress, anxiety, and depression we may be facing. And that noise can complicate the difficulties we have in our relationships and make it hard to heal from past experiences. As your therapist, I will create a safe and non-judgmental space where we can quiet the outside noise and you can listen to yourself.
I believe each of us is our own best teacher, from childhood to adulthood. No one can ever know you better than you know yourself. And yet, with all the noise surrounding us in our day-to-day lives, sometimes we have difficulty finding that voice. The noise surrounding us can make it difficult to tackle the stress, anxiety, and depression we may be facing. And that noise can complicate the difficulties we have in our relationships and make it hard to heal from past experiences. As your therapist, I will create a safe and non-judgmental space where we can quiet the outside noise and you can listen to yourself.
The way you are living isn't working anymore. It's getting harder to keep up the appearance of being fine like you always have. When you think about how you've been acting and feeling recently, you're not quite sure you like the person you've become. All the struggles & conflicts you face with your partner, kids, family, co-workers keep you on overload, but you have no idea how you could handle them differently. You feel like your life is out of control, and you are ready to try anything that might help you to not completely fall apart and live in dread and overwhelm every day.
The way you are living isn't working anymore. It's getting harder to keep up the appearance of being fine like you always have. When you think about how you've been acting and feeling recently, you're not quite sure you like the person you've become. All the struggles & conflicts you face with your partner, kids, family, co-workers keep you on overload, but you have no idea how you could handle them differently. You feel like your life is out of control, and you are ready to try anything that might help you to not completely fall apart and live in dread and overwhelm every day.
Katie Francis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
I often say, counseling can be a bit like cleaning out a closet. You have to take things out, go through and organize them, and then put them back where they need to go. In a similar fashion, counseling can be messy, but with time and hard work, can lead to healthier, more enjoyable living. Throughout this life, we all have our individual struggles and hardships, but we weren't meant to carry them alone. No matter who you are or what you've been through, there is hope. In our sessions together, I strive to come alongside you in the pursuit of that hope and restorative healing.
I often say, counseling can be a bit like cleaning out a closet. You have to take things out, go through and organize them, and then put them back where they need to go. In a similar fashion, counseling can be messy, but with time and hard work, can lead to healthier, more enjoyable living. Throughout this life, we all have our individual struggles and hardships, but we weren't meant to carry them alone. No matter who you are or what you've been through, there is hope. In our sessions together, I strive to come alongside you in the pursuit of that hope and restorative healing.
Amy J Stark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MDiv, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
When we are suffering in this world, there are usually patterns of suffering that have hold of us. If we confront the patterns, they can teach us. I know it takes courage to walk through the door of a therapist's office. Let me give space to face the hard stuff.
When we are suffering in this world, there are usually patterns of suffering that have hold of us. If we confront the patterns, they can teach us. I know it takes courage to walk through the door of a therapist's office. Let me give space to face the hard stuff.
Angie Narsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
Using gentleness mixed with honesty, I will call you forward to better.Not to shame, but to healing. Freedom, passion, vibrance, thriving and not simply surviving. It's possible. There's hope. I believe we hold power over our own healing. I merely come alongside those who have decided to make that brave journey. From the very beginning, the most consistent feedback is of feeling safe and truly understood. I believe in "working myself out of a job", achieved by doing good work and encouraging clients to test and stretch their growth. They do this out on their own, knowing they can return for new layers of work.
Using gentleness mixed with honesty, I will call you forward to better.Not to shame, but to healing. Freedom, passion, vibrance, thriving and not simply surviving. It's possible. There's hope. I believe we hold power over our own healing. I merely come alongside those who have decided to make that brave journey. From the very beginning, the most consistent feedback is of feeling safe and truly understood. I believe in "working myself out of a job", achieved by doing good work and encouraging clients to test and stretch their growth. They do this out on their own, knowing they can return for new layers of work.
Pain. Fear. Anxiety. Sadness. The majority of challenges we experience in our life probably have something to do with relationships; either relationships with ourselves, our family, our jobs, our thoughts, etc. CHANGE can be scary and painful. Through building a therapeutic relationship with me, you can process your life, decisions, consequences, and hopes with support, empathy, and truth.
Pain. Fear. Anxiety. Sadness. The majority of challenges we experience in our life probably have something to do with relationships; either relationships with ourselves, our family, our jobs, our thoughts, etc. CHANGE can be scary and painful. Through building a therapeutic relationship with me, you can process your life, decisions, consequences, and hopes with support, empathy, and truth.
A little about me... I couldn’t survive without my assortment of To Do lists. Somehow I manage to surprise myself again and again by not completing the lengthy tasks I hoped to cross off my lists. I wish I prioritized time in nature, self-care, and getting together with friends. The frenetic pace of our modern “grind culture” is a force I find challenging to resist. Despite having book knowledge on anxiety, I still have panicky moments. Through my own therapy, I am unlearning the message of hustling for my worth and aiming to embrace my limitations. I have come to learn that my triggers often end up being my best teachers.
A little about me... I couldn’t survive without my assortment of To Do lists. Somehow I manage to surprise myself again and again by not completing the lengthy tasks I hoped to cross off my lists. I wish I prioritized time in nature, self-care, and getting together with friends. The frenetic pace of our modern “grind culture” is a force I find challenging to resist. Despite having book knowledge on anxiety, I still have panicky moments. Through my own therapy, I am unlearning the message of hustling for my worth and aiming to embrace my limitations. I have come to learn that my triggers often end up being my best teachers.
Heiser Counseling and Healing Arts
Licensed Professional Counselor, ATR, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
I enjoy helping people increase self-awareness, heal and improve their life and relationships. I use a variety of approaches, including client centered, strength based, focused on goals set by each client. I work with Individuals, Couples using EMDR, Intimacy from the Inside-Out, dealing with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, attachments issues, relationships, addictions, and mortality. I enjoy working with individuals, partners, couples and families. I believe in the power of focused healing, increased awareness, compassion, hope and love.
I enjoy helping people increase self-awareness, heal and improve their life and relationships. I use a variety of approaches, including client centered, strength based, focused on goals set by each client. I work with Individuals, Couples using EMDR, Intimacy from the Inside-Out, dealing with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, attachments issues, relationships, addictions, and mortality. I enjoy working with individuals, partners, couples and families. I believe in the power of focused healing, increased awareness, compassion, hope and love.
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Family Systems Therapists
Family Systems therapists view problems within the family as the result not of particular members' behaviors, but of the family's group dynamic. The family is seen as a complex system having its own language, roles, rules, beliefs, needs and patterns. The therapist helps each individual member understand how their childhood family operated, their role in that system, and how that experience has shaped their role in the current family.