Female Therapists in Kirkwood, MO
Specializations: Holistic therapy for women and moms, anxiety, life transitions, postpartum depression and anxiety, birth trauma, pregnancy and infant loss, helping professionals, women's issues, somatic therapy, Reiki.
Are you a woman running on empty? Are you overwhelmed and unable to stop your racing, anxious thoughts? Are your usual coping strategies just are not cutting it anymore? You are not alone in this struggle, and you deserve to feel good. I strive to hold a safe and compassionate space for you to connect to yourself and make meaningful change in your life. You have a deep well of power, wisdom, and resilience within you. Let's dive in.
Specializations: Holistic therapy for women and moms, anxiety, life transitions, postpartum depression and anxiety, birth trauma, pregnancy and infant loss, helping professionals, women's issues, somatic therapy, Reiki.
Are you a woman running on empty? Are you overwhelmed and unable to stop your racing, anxious thoughts? Are your usual coping strategies just are not cutting it anymore? You are not alone in this struggle, and you deserve to feel good. I strive to hold a safe and compassionate space for you to connect to yourself and make meaningful change in your life. You have a deep well of power, wisdom, and resilience within you. Let's dive in.
Stacy Mansker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
The choice to seek counseling is the first step to a more fulfilling future for you and/or your child. I use a personalized, strength-based approach focusing on clients' positive virtues. I encourage the development of skills of each client to reach their full potential. I understand the importance of addressing the academic and social-emotional needs of adolescents and young adults in a safe environment. I assist clients in identifying potential roadblocks in daily function and happiness, including professional/ academic stress, anxiety, & depression.
The choice to seek counseling is the first step to a more fulfilling future for you and/or your child. I use a personalized, strength-based approach focusing on clients' positive virtues. I encourage the development of skills of each client to reach their full potential. I understand the importance of addressing the academic and social-emotional needs of adolescents and young adults in a safe environment. I assist clients in identifying potential roadblocks in daily function and happiness, including professional/ academic stress, anxiety, & depression.
Are you seeking inner growth and healing? Struggling with anxiety or past trauma(s)? Feeling depressed or stuck? Having difficulty in your relationships? Finding yourself easily triggered? Wanting to better understand yourself? If so, then the services I provide may be a great fit for you! I work to create a non-judgmental, safe space to allow for a trusting and connected therapeutic relationship to grow. Through this, clients are able to face emotional vulnerabilities, leading to increased understanding, compassion, and acceptance of self and others, and take committed actions towards self-growth and healing.
Are you seeking inner growth and healing? Struggling with anxiety or past trauma(s)? Feeling depressed or stuck? Having difficulty in your relationships? Finding yourself easily triggered? Wanting to better understand yourself? If so, then the services I provide may be a great fit for you! I work to create a non-judgmental, safe space to allow for a trusting and connected therapeutic relationship to grow. Through this, clients are able to face emotional vulnerabilities, leading to increased understanding, compassion, and acceptance of self and others, and take committed actions towards self-growth and healing.
Joann Elliott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Most everyone has thought "What should I do with my life?" Students and adults today are overwhelmed by the options available and yet don't have enough information to make informed decisions. I work with individuals daily regarding all aspects of the college and career process helping them discover their best path. My philosophy is "It's all about FIT". Find what is right for YOU and the rest will fall in place. Should I take a gap year after high school? Enroll in college? Leave one job or career for another? I work with teens and adults making decisions. Decisions like these require thought and conversation. Let's talk!
Most everyone has thought "What should I do with my life?" Students and adults today are overwhelmed by the options available and yet don't have enough information to make informed decisions. I work with individuals daily regarding all aspects of the college and career process helping them discover their best path. My philosophy is "It's all about FIT". Find what is right for YOU and the rest will fall in place. Should I take a gap year after high school? Enroll in college? Leave one job or career for another? I work with teens and adults making decisions. Decisions like these require thought and conversation. Let's talk!
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.
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.
Peyton K Manwarring
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
Peyton Manwarring believes in providing therapy that is a collaborative effort between the counselor and client. Peyton's main goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and accepting environment that facilitates whatever change the client is ready to make. She is passionate about empowering clients to be happier and healthier people, and feel a greater sense of control over their lives.
Peyton Manwarring believes in providing therapy that is a collaborative effort between the counselor and client. Peyton's main goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and accepting environment that facilitates whatever change the client is ready to make. She is passionate about empowering clients to be happier and healthier people, and feel a greater sense of control over their lives.
Natalie Lanning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Our strength-based philosophy and passion lies within empowering women to achieve their best self.
Many women experience life changes, whether expected or unexpected, that result in feelings of restlessness, confusion and anxiety. Perhaps you feel stuck, consumed by negative thoughts or concerns, unable to complete goals and/or are looking for a change within yourself. Often we find ourselves at crossroads struggling for clarity or ways to find joy. Let me help you find a path of hope and confidence again.
Our strength-based philosophy and passion lies within empowering women to achieve their best self.
Many women experience life changes, whether expected or unexpected, that result in feelings of restlessness, confusion and anxiety. Perhaps you feel stuck, consumed by negative thoughts or concerns, unable to complete goals and/or are looking for a change within yourself. Often we find ourselves at crossroads struggling for clarity or ways to find joy. Let me help you find a path of hope and confidence again.
Accepting New Clients! I work with adults and adolescents to overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, and concerns with social skills. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals with mental health issues, Autism, ADHD, and learning and intellectual disabilities. I use a person centered, strengths based approach to help you achieve your goals and feel better!
Accepting New Clients! I work with adults and adolescents to overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, and concerns with social skills. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals with mental health issues, Autism, ADHD, and learning and intellectual disabilities. I use a person centered, strengths based approach to help you achieve your goals and feel better!
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.
Uplift and Connect Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
It's getting harder and harder not to argue in front of the kids. Or, not to argue at all. You are feeling resentful and annoyed with your partner and your negative reactions happen faster than ever before. Plus, you don't want to rock the boat and almost any conversation you have right now turns into an argument. It feels like the person lying next to you in bed is only a roommate and you are lonely. You thought things were getting better but then one more fight sent you back to square-one of feeling alone and distant from each other. You are no longer playing the waiting/hoping game and are looking for change.
It's getting harder and harder not to argue in front of the kids. Or, not to argue at all. You are feeling resentful and annoyed with your partner and your negative reactions happen faster than ever before. Plus, you don't want to rock the boat and almost any conversation you have right now turns into an argument. It feels like the person lying next to you in bed is only a roommate and you are lonely. You thought things were getting better but then one more fight sent you back to square-one of feeling alone and distant from each other. You are no longer playing the waiting/hoping game and are looking for change.
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Life is often challenging and confusing. We get stuck and don’t know how things can change or if it is possible. We are tired, discouraged, and feel alone. Maybe you have been trying so hard for so long, or don’t even know where to start. But you cannot keep doing what you’ve always done…I believe a relationship that is safe, compassionate, and collaborative is the foundation of change. I work hard to understand you—your story, your goals, and your barriers so that you feel seen and known. I will commit to walking alongside you wherever you are while I provide clarity, insight, and support as you grow closer to who you want to be.
Life is often challenging and confusing. We get stuck and don’t know how things can change or if it is possible. We are tired, discouraged, and feel alone. Maybe you have been trying so hard for so long, or don’t even know where to start. But you cannot keep doing what you’ve always done…I believe a relationship that is safe, compassionate, and collaborative is the foundation of change. I work hard to understand you—your story, your goals, and your barriers so that you feel seen and known. I will commit to walking alongside you wherever you are while I provide clarity, insight, and support as you grow closer to who you want to be.
Rachael Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Waitlist for new clients
I work within the perinatal population; particularly with clients who wish to process becoming a parent, are struggling with infertility, are looking to adopt and/or have a baby through surrogate, have suffered perinatal loss and/or grief, want to work through a traumatic experience before giving birth (including previous traumatic births and sexual assault,) are struggling with postpartum depression and/or anxiety, who need guidance and support as they transition back to work after parental leave, and/or who have children under the age of 3 are are looking to process the struggles of parenting.
I work within the perinatal population; particularly with clients who wish to process becoming a parent, are struggling with infertility, are looking to adopt and/or have a baby through surrogate, have suffered perinatal loss and/or grief, want to work through a traumatic experience before giving birth (including previous traumatic births and sexual assault,) are struggling with postpartum depression and/or anxiety, who need guidance and support as they transition back to work after parental leave, and/or who have children under the age of 3 are are looking to process the struggles of parenting.
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.
Tess Hardison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Hello! It's an honor to cross paths as you take this courageous leap into transformative change. I believe that all humans from all walks of life are inherently deserving of healing and have a great capacity to do so. Nevertheless, this is much easier said than done. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process built upon compassion, vulnerability, authenticity and mutual respect. One of my favorite parts about being a therapist is not only supporting others in better understanding themselves, but being able to witness the transformation that happens when we are able to expand our capacity to tolerate challenges and heal.
Hello! It's an honor to cross paths as you take this courageous leap into transformative change. I believe that all humans from all walks of life are inherently deserving of healing and have a great capacity to do so. Nevertheless, this is much easier said than done. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process built upon compassion, vulnerability, authenticity and mutual respect. One of my favorite parts about being a therapist is not only supporting others in better understanding themselves, but being able to witness the transformation that happens when we are able to expand our capacity to tolerate challenges and heal.
Becky Heck
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kirkwood, MO 63122 (Online Only)
Sometimes we all feel a little bit broken, we can get so caught up in what's going wrong or what's not working. Sometimes life get's hard, too much stress at home or work, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction, depression, anxiety or feeling like we have just lost our way. No matter what is going on, you have taken that first step and you have come to the right place.
Sometimes we all feel a little bit broken, we can get so caught up in what's going wrong or what's not working. Sometimes life get's hard, too much stress at home or work, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction, depression, anxiety or feeling like we have just lost our way. No matter what is going on, you have taken that first step and you have come to the right place.
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.
As a counselor, my goal is to provide my clients the space and support which help them feel safe and comfortable to feel, think, change, grow and explore. I utilize a warm, empathetic, motivational and encouraging style of communication with my clients in order to help them seek changes and growth they desire for they lives. I utilize many theories and techniques from multiple types of therapy in order to find the best fit for each individual client. I also utilize humor (when appropriate) when you need someone to share joy with. Please see below for my specializations.
As a counselor, my goal is to provide my clients the space and support which help them feel safe and comfortable to feel, think, change, grow and explore. I utilize a warm, empathetic, motivational and encouraging style of communication with my clients in order to help them seek changes and growth they desire for they lives. I utilize many theories and techniques from multiple types of therapy in order to find the best fit for each individual client. I also utilize humor (when appropriate) when you need someone to share joy with. Please see below for my specializations.
Dena DiStefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Kirkwood, MO 63122
You feel empty and ambivalent in your relationship with your partner. You’ve been together for so long that you have forgotten why you got together in the first place. Over the years, you’ve poured most of your time and energy into raising your kids, and now you find that you and your partner communicate about little else. Intimacy is non-existent, and you really wonder if you’re still compatible or if you even want the same things out of life. Despite all of this, though, you aren’t ready to give up on this life you’ve built together. You want to find your way back to your partner – you just don’t know how to get there.
You feel empty and ambivalent in your relationship with your partner. You’ve been together for so long that you have forgotten why you got together in the first place. Over the years, you’ve poured most of your time and energy into raising your kids, and now you find that you and your partner communicate about little else. Intimacy is non-existent, and you really wonder if you’re still compatible or if you even want the same things out of life. Despite all of this, though, you aren’t ready to give up on this life you’ve built together. You want to find your way back to your partner – you just don’t know how to get there.
I work with individuals who are navigating grief and loss, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions and identity development. In therapy, I balance addressing symptoms and looking beyond the surface to address the underlying emotions driving behavioral and interpersonal patterns. By learning new adaptive coping strategies and gaining insight into the early development of current emotional wounds or maladaptive behaviors, clients can feel empowered to create positive change.
I work with individuals who are navigating grief and loss, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions and identity development. In therapy, I balance addressing symptoms and looking beyond the surface to address the underlying emotions driving behavioral and interpersonal patterns. By learning new adaptive coping strategies and gaining insight into the early development of current emotional wounds or maladaptive behaviors, clients can feel empowered to create positive change.
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