ADHD Therapists in Manchester, MO
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Courtney Cannes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, MO 63021
I have over 15 years of experience working with people with anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, OCD, ADHD, depression, parenting and interpersonal stress.
Welcome! Starting counseling can be overwhelming and I would love the opportunity to start this process with you. Maybe you are struggling with your own internal emotions or thoughts. Maybe you are acting in a way that doesn't feel right and you want to break some patterns. Maybe your relationships with friends, family, kids is not what you want. Counseling is a great place to find hope and work towards creating the life that you want. I provide a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere for you to share your struggles/concerns and for us to work together towards freedom and healing.
I have over 15 years of experience working with people with anxiety, substance abuse/addiction, OCD, ADHD, depression, parenting and interpersonal stress.
Welcome! Starting counseling can be overwhelming and I would love the opportunity to start this process with you. Maybe you are struggling with your own internal emotions or thoughts. Maybe you are acting in a way that doesn't feel right and you want to break some patterns. Maybe your relationships with friends, family, kids is not what you want. Counseling is a great place to find hope and work towards creating the life that you want. I provide a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere for you to share your struggles/concerns and for us to work together towards freedom and healing.
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Empower Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT™
Verified Verified
Manchester, MO 63021
Struggling to find happiness in what you once did? Feeling out of control or alone? Worried about your child or teen? Life isn't easy, and sometimes we need a little help along the way. As an experienced mental health professional, I've gotten the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life, seeking support for a broad spectrum of concerns. Despite all of these differences, we as humans share the ability to grow, thrive, and improve our quality of life. Given the appropriate amount of care, change is possible.
Struggling to find happiness in what you once did? Feeling out of control or alone? Worried about your child or teen? Life isn't easy, and sometimes we need a little help along the way. As an experienced mental health professional, I've gotten the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life, seeking support for a broad spectrum of concerns. Despite all of these differences, we as humans share the ability to grow, thrive, and improve our quality of life. Given the appropriate amount of care, change is possible.
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St. Louis Marriage Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, AASECT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manchester, MO 63021
I love working with best friends who are trying to get their sexual spark back. Many of my clients have been together for years and actually get along pretty well. They have good communication, they are partnered well and they treat each other with respect. However, they struggle to want to have sex with one another. They love each other and enjoy each other's time, but they struggle to take sexual chances, try new things and have fun in the bedroom. They essentially have "friend zoned" each other. My work is to help give these couples that special nudge to make sex a priority and enjoy sex again as a team.
I love working with best friends who are trying to get their sexual spark back. Many of my clients have been together for years and actually get along pretty well. They have good communication, they are partnered well and they treat each other with respect. However, they struggle to want to have sex with one another. They love each other and enjoy each other's time, but they struggle to take sexual chances, try new things and have fun in the bedroom. They essentially have "friend zoned" each other. My work is to help give these couples that special nudge to make sex a priority and enjoy sex again as a team.
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The Center for Cognitive Therapy, St. Louis, provides treatment for those suffering from a variety of emotional issues, including depression, anxiety, family, marital, aging, and childhood problems. CBT has been found by research to be one of the most effective treatment modalities. The Center's director, Donald F. Sloane, LCSW, has over 44 years of clinical experience, and has taught at Washington University in the graduate school for 17 years from 1990 through 2006. Don has given many seminars and keynote addresses at major conferences. He has also provided trainings at a number of Fortune 500 companies.
The Center for Cognitive Therapy, St. Louis, provides treatment for those suffering from a variety of emotional issues, including depression, anxiety, family, marital, aging, and childhood problems. CBT has been found by research to be one of the most effective treatment modalities. The Center's director, Donald F. Sloane, LCSW, has over 44 years of clinical experience, and has taught at Washington University in the graduate school for 17 years from 1990 through 2006. Don has given many seminars and keynote addresses at major conferences. He has also provided trainings at a number of Fortune 500 companies.
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Michelle R Manuel-Terry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, MO 63011
If you struggle with, depression, anxiety, frustration, or anger issues. If you find yourself a victim of your circumstances, and you want to give up please don't! Do you believe nothing can change for you? Stop that thinking, because that's a lie! Life is a journey. If you have given up today is the day you restart your journey. Health in any form is not a destination because no one can be perfected in the natural. However, you can become comfortable and satisfied with the journey you are on and learn skills to propel yourself forward.
If you struggle with, depression, anxiety, frustration, or anger issues. If you find yourself a victim of your circumstances, and you want to give up please don't! Do you believe nothing can change for you? Stop that thinking, because that's a lie! Life is a journey. If you have given up today is the day you restart your journey. Health in any form is not a destination because no one can be perfected in the natural. However, you can become comfortable and satisfied with the journey you are on and learn skills to propel yourself forward.
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Christoffer Lowenhielm - Sandhill Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, MO 63021
I have a passion to assist you in overcoming adversity and facing your mental health concerns. Empathy, open-mindedness, and communication are my core values. My path to counseling began very young through my own personal experience with loss of life, which lead me to the path to helping others. I understand that missing our loved ones and being depressed is normal, and the key to grieving is to find a way to form a new relationship with the one we lost. In addition, through my collegiate student-athlete experience I understand the delicate balance of being a student-athlete, including the pressures that come along with it.
I have a passion to assist you in overcoming adversity and facing your mental health concerns. Empathy, open-mindedness, and communication are my core values. My path to counseling began very young through my own personal experience with loss of life, which lead me to the path to helping others. I understand that missing our loved ones and being depressed is normal, and the key to grieving is to find a way to form a new relationship with the one we lost. In addition, through my collegiate student-athlete experience I understand the delicate balance of being a student-athlete, including the pressures that come along with it.
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Midwest Institute for Addiction (dba SLBWC)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Manchester, MO 63011
As a quality service focused St. Louis, Missouri addiction treatment center for alcohol and drug abuse and dependency, our focus is person-centered. At our St. Louis addiction treatment center we understand that service is part of care and maintain a culture of accessibility, responsiveness, compassion, and adaptability. The MIA difference involves going beyond best practices regarding medical, psychiatric, and behavioral care and providing a culture of quality service that our clients find invaluable. At MIA, your addiction treatment experience is one that promotes recovery and well-being without forgetting client satisfaction.
As a quality service focused St. Louis, Missouri addiction treatment center for alcohol and drug abuse and dependency, our focus is person-centered. At our St. Louis addiction treatment center we understand that service is part of care and maintain a culture of accessibility, responsiveness, compassion, and adaptability. The MIA difference involves going beyond best practices regarding medical, psychiatric, and behavioral care and providing a culture of quality service that our clients find invaluable. At MIA, your addiction treatment experience is one that promotes recovery and well-being without forgetting client satisfaction.
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Katelyn Siebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021
I specialize in working with teens and adults experiencing symptoms related to ADHD, OCD, Anxiety, behavioral concerns, school or work issues, parenting, relationships and self-esteem.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. It is an honor to walk alongside individuals committed to personal growth. I am passionate about helping clients gain a better understanding of themselves and the environments they are in. When we better understand our thoughts and emotions we can more fully address them. I’m committed to providing a safe space for my clients built on trust, compassion, and respect to meet their therapeutic goals.
I specialize in working with teens and adults experiencing symptoms related to ADHD, OCD, Anxiety, behavioral concerns, school or work issues, parenting, relationships and self-esteem.
Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. It is an honor to walk alongside individuals committed to personal growth. I am passionate about helping clients gain a better understanding of themselves and the environments they are in. When we better understand our thoughts and emotions we can more fully address them. I’m committed to providing a safe space for my clients built on trust, compassion, and respect to meet their therapeutic goals.
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Ashley Freimanis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LBS, NCC
Verified Verified
Chesterfield, MO 63017
I specialize in working with individuals with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, OCD and depression.
In the fast-paced world that we live in, with many competing responsibilities tugging at you, it is hard not to become overwhelmed at times. Seeking outside help can be a difficult decision, but one which can begin your journey to feeling more in control, despite the many stressors placed on you.
I specialize in working with individuals with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, OCD and depression.
In the fast-paced world that we live in, with many competing responsibilities tugging at you, it is hard not to become overwhelmed at times. Seeking outside help can be a difficult decision, but one which can begin your journey to feeling more in control, despite the many stressors placed on you.
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Summer Morefield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021 (Online Only)
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, SUD’s, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and empathic. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, SUD’s, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and empathic. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
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These services work well with many issues, especially, depression, ADHD, anxiety, anger, chronic pain, migraines, trauma, stress, autism spectrum disorders, and phobias.
Sharon Moehle provides conventional counseling services and she offers additional therapies such as Biofeedback (several Biofeedback services are offered including Neurotherapy/EEG Biofeedback) and EMDR. Some clients request these newer counseling techniques because they can shorten treatment time. Traditional therapy successfully resolves many issues, yet in cases such as: -issues not responding well to talk therapy alone -clients not responding well to medication -individuals preferring to be medication free...then Sharon provides additional therapies to better address client concerns and better meet individual needs. Sharon has been providing Biofeedback services for 18 years and has been practicing EMDR for 13 years.
These services work well with many issues, especially, depression, ADHD, anxiety, anger, chronic pain, migraines, trauma, stress, autism spectrum disorders, and phobias.
Sharon Moehle provides conventional counseling services and she offers additional therapies such as Biofeedback (several Biofeedback services are offered including Neurotherapy/EEG Biofeedback) and EMDR. Some clients request these newer counseling techniques because they can shorten treatment time. Traditional therapy successfully resolves many issues, yet in cases such as: -issues not responding well to talk therapy alone -clients not responding well to medication -individuals preferring to be medication free...then Sharon provides additional therapies to better address client concerns and better meet individual needs. Sharon has been providing Biofeedback services for 18 years and has been practicing EMDR for 13 years.
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Mental wellness is just as important as our physical wellness. Whether you are trying to pinpoint your child's or teen's presenting issue, are feeling they are in a "funk" or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or school difficulties, I would be honored to help be a guide to help find balance in your life. We all have the potential to grow and find happiness even in the midst of chaos or times of uncertainty. If you are ready to make changes in your life, I'd be happy to help guide your family.
Mental wellness is just as important as our physical wellness. Whether you are trying to pinpoint your child's or teen's presenting issue, are feeling they are in a "funk" or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or school difficulties, I would be honored to help be a guide to help find balance in your life. We all have the potential to grow and find happiness even in the midst of chaos or times of uncertainty. If you are ready to make changes in your life, I'd be happy to help guide your family.
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Melanie Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2003. She holds a Master of Education and Master of Health Administration. Melanie specializes in treating ADD/ADHD and provides a Women with ADHD support group. If you're tired and embarrassed of arriving 30 minutes late or more to the party, you can't find things when you need them, you forget important dates, and your life feels like it's totally disorganized, Melanie can help. She has experienced exactly what you are going through AND she is married to a spouse with Adult ADD and has two adult children with ADD.
Melanie Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri who has been practicing since 2003. She holds a Master of Education and Master of Health Administration. Melanie specializes in treating ADD/ADHD and provides a Women with ADHD support group. If you're tired and embarrassed of arriving 30 minutes late or more to the party, you can't find things when you need them, you forget important dates, and your life feels like it's totally disorganized, Melanie can help. She has experienced exactly what you are going through AND she is married to a spouse with Adult ADD and has two adult children with ADD.
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Jen Calvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chesterfield, MO 63017
I provide counseling services for families and individuals of all ages, from very young children to teens and adults. I have experience helping children, adolescents, adults and families cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, grief, and social challenges.
I provide counseling services for families and individuals of all ages, from very young children to teens and adults. I have experience helping children, adolescents, adults and families cope with anxiety, depression, ADHD, divorce, grief, and social challenges.
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Individual counseling * Couples counseling * Family counseling * Adolescent counseling * Counseling for older adults and their caregivers * Addiction recovery * Weight Loss * Pam provides compassion, respect, and a heartfelt understanding for people facing life issues. Pam is knowledgeable in the areas of relationship; family dynamics; grief and loss; ADD, bipolar, anxiety, and depression; people struggling with addiction and recovery, and those who love them. The guiding principle behind Pam's work is to assist people in building more meaningful relationships with the most important people in their lives; including themselves.
Individual counseling * Couples counseling * Family counseling * Adolescent counseling * Counseling for older adults and their caregivers * Addiction recovery * Weight Loss * Pam provides compassion, respect, and a heartfelt understanding for people facing life issues. Pam is knowledgeable in the areas of relationship; family dynamics; grief and loss; ADD, bipolar, anxiety, and depression; people struggling with addiction and recovery, and those who love them. The guiding principle behind Pam's work is to assist people in building more meaningful relationships with the most important people in their lives; including themselves.
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I consider myself to be warm, accepting and compassionate and skilled in working with persons with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism , trauma and life transitions.
I have worked in the mental health field for the past 11 years in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Louis University and my Master's degree in professional counseling is from Lindenwood University. My experience encompasses working with many varied populations from age 8 and up. I have worked in a domestic violence shelter, domestic violence hot line, IOP , LGBTQ + community , facilitated support groups in parenting issues and substance abuse issues.
I consider myself to be warm, accepting and compassionate and skilled in working with persons with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism , trauma and life transitions.
I have worked in the mental health field for the past 11 years in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology from St. Louis University and my Master's degree in professional counseling is from Lindenwood University. My experience encompasses working with many varied populations from age 8 and up. I have worked in a domestic violence shelter, domestic violence hot line, IOP , LGBTQ + community , facilitated support groups in parenting issues and substance abuse issues.
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William G Collins
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, BCIAEEG, BCN, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ballwin, MO 63011
For over 40 years, we have been serving Saint Louis with neurofeedback (28 years), marriage and family counseling (40 years), and testing services with QEEG (20 years). We combine state-of-the-art technology with experienced, knowledgeable clinicians in a client-focused environment to provide non-invasive, drug-free and pain-free treatments for: ADHD, Autism, Aspergers, Sensory Integration Disorders, Depression, Stress, Marital Issues, Migraine/Headaches and Learning Disabilities.
For over 40 years, we have been serving Saint Louis with neurofeedback (28 years), marriage and family counseling (40 years), and testing services with QEEG (20 years). We combine state-of-the-art technology with experienced, knowledgeable clinicians in a client-focused environment to provide non-invasive, drug-free and pain-free treatments for: ADHD, Autism, Aspergers, Sensory Integration Disorders, Depression, Stress, Marital Issues, Migraine/Headaches and Learning Disabilities.
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Mary Collins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Town And Country, MO 63017
If any of the above situations resonate with you or you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, emotion regulation, sense of self, life transitions, parenthood, women's issues, or perinatal/postnatal concerns, then we might be a great fit.
There are many times in life where we can benefit from the supportive space of counseling. Maybe you’re a new mom feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy or postpartum. You could be navigating a life transition such as divorce, loss of a loved one, or a big change that leaves you feeling uncertain. Perhaps you're a young adult feeling lost and anxious about the next chapter in life. Or maybe you’re a teen navigating the many stressors of school and personal identity. You could be experiencing heightened emotion, intrusive thoughts, or find yourself noticing that life feels heavy right now.
If any of the above situations resonate with you or you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, emotion regulation, sense of self, life transitions, parenthood, women's issues, or perinatal/postnatal concerns, then we might be a great fit.
There are many times in life where we can benefit from the supportive space of counseling. Maybe you’re a new mom feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy or postpartum. You could be navigating a life transition such as divorce, loss of a loved one, or a big change that leaves you feeling uncertain. Perhaps you're a young adult feeling lost and anxious about the next chapter in life. Or maybe you’re a teen navigating the many stressors of school and personal identity. You could be experiencing heightened emotion, intrusive thoughts, or find yourself noticing that life feels heavy right now.
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M. Kathleen Blanchard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021
I specialize in mental health issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, learning disabilities, physical disabilities (including sudden onset), hearing loss, stress management, divorce and employment-related issues, including career changes and job loss.
I specialize in mental health issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, learning disabilities, physical disabilities (including sudden onset), hearing loss, stress management, divorce and employment-related issues, including career changes and job loss.
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A House of Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MedPysc, LPC, EMDR, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63011
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, psychological evaluations and testing for ADHD, personality disorders, Bipolar, learning disorders, autism for work or school accommodations. I work with clients who would benefit from in-depth talk therapy, who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, past or present trauma, addictions, personal, family or work related relationship issues.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, psychological evaluations and testing for ADHD, personality disorders, Bipolar, learning disorders, autism for work or school accommodations. I work with clients who would benefit from in-depth talk therapy, who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, past or present trauma, addictions, personal, family or work related relationship issues.
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ADHD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.