Child Therapists in Nixa, MO

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Dawn Ortega
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
After receiving her M.A. degree in 2011, Dawn continued her education to add on Psychological Examiner certification. Dawn has worked with children, families, and adults for over 20 years as a teacher, summer camp counselor, and therapist. Dawn is Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) informed. She brings her individual, group, and family therapy experience to SonderMind.
After receiving her M.A. degree in 2011, Dawn continued her education to add on Psychological Examiner certification. Dawn has worked with children, families, and adults for over 20 years as a teacher, summer camp counselor, and therapist. Dawn is Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) informed. She brings her individual, group, and family therapy experience to SonderMind.
(866) 738-3081 View (866) 738-3081
Mary Gapsch
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
I received my master’s degree in the mental health field from Webster University. I have an eclectic approach to therapy, using cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and a person-centered approach that recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each individual. I have enjoyed working with children and their families over the past few years. I have recently been training in equine assisted therapy and have loved every minute of it. My goal as a therapist is to help people reconnect with life through self-discovery. I appreciate the power of simply being understood by another person.
I received my master’s degree in the mental health field from Webster University. I have an eclectic approach to therapy, using cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and a person-centered approach that recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each individual. I have enjoyed working with children and their families over the past few years. I have recently been training in equine assisted therapy and have loved every minute of it. My goal as a therapist is to help people reconnect with life through self-discovery. I appreciate the power of simply being understood by another person.
(866) 738-3081 View (866) 738-3081
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Larry Townsley
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
I have also enjoyed working with children and adolescents in expressing and addressing the emotional challenges that the development years bring.
I am an experienced Marriage and Family Therapist working to provide those individuals, couples, and families with whom I am privileged to work the information, tools, and practical experience needed to live successfully. I believe very strongly that our feelings, when regarded, provide important information to help modify our thinking and behaviors. Whereas the "why" may elude us what we are experiencing is readily available to help us make better choices. I would not have continued in the profession if I had not believed in hope.
I have also enjoyed working with children and adolescents in expressing and addressing the emotional challenges that the development years bring.
I am an experienced Marriage and Family Therapist working to provide those individuals, couples, and families with whom I am privileged to work the information, tools, and practical experience needed to live successfully. I believe very strongly that our feelings, when regarded, provide important information to help modify our thinking and behaviors. Whereas the "why" may elude us what we are experiencing is readily available to help us make better choices. I would not have continued in the profession if I had not believed in hope.
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Annette Arms
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Annette Arms, and I am a licensed professional counselor, and a nationally certified counselor who is EMDR trained living and working in southwest Missouri serving clients throughout the state via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. My specialties include working with neurodivergent children and adults, and the approaches I use are person-centered using a variety of integrative approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Narrative Therapy tailored to each client's individual need(s).
Hi, my name is Annette Arms, and I am a licensed professional counselor, and a nationally certified counselor who is EMDR trained living and working in southwest Missouri serving clients throughout the state via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families. My specialties include working with neurodivergent children and adults, and the approaches I use are person-centered using a variety of integrative approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Narrative Therapy tailored to each client's individual need(s).
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Cathy Figgins
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
I have worked with many children and their families with behavioral issues as well as adults that are still dealing with their inner child conflicts, depression, and anxiety along with many other personal issues.
My philosophy is that our bodies are incredible machines; they can heal from most anything if we take care of them. I have recently become certified in Nutritional Psychology and believe the Gut-Brain Axis explains how if our guts are not healthy it will reflect on our mental health. Together we can decrease/eliminate any mental stressors you are experiencing through healing mind and body as one. I graduated in 2010 from Lincoln University in Missouri with a M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling. I have worked in private practice the last 8 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S).
I have worked with many children and their families with behavioral issues as well as adults that are still dealing with their inner child conflicts, depression, and anxiety along with many other personal issues.
My philosophy is that our bodies are incredible machines; they can heal from most anything if we take care of them. I have recently become certified in Nutritional Psychology and believe the Gut-Brain Axis explains how if our guts are not healthy it will reflect on our mental health. Together we can decrease/eliminate any mental stressors you are experiencing through healing mind and body as one. I graduated in 2010 from Lincoln University in Missouri with a M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling. I have worked in private practice the last 8 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S).
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Caleb Eggleston
Counselor, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714
I am excited about the opportunity to help you (or your child) grow and become the best version that you imagine.
Life can be full of challenges, and those challenges don't wait until you are grown and ready. Everyone, whether a child, mature adult, or somewhere in-between, may need a safe place to help process and overcome those challenges that life can bring. My goal is to provide a safe place to help children, teens, and adults process emotions and equip clients with tools to use in their daily life.
I am excited about the opportunity to help you (or your child) grow and become the best version that you imagine.
Life can be full of challenges, and those challenges don't wait until you are grown and ready. Everyone, whether a child, mature adult, or somewhere in-between, may need a safe place to help process and overcome those challenges that life can bring. My goal is to provide a safe place to help children, teens, and adults process emotions and equip clients with tools to use in their daily life.
(417) 759-5857 View (417) 759-5857
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Tonya Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
In addition to counseling, she is a self-published author, a Pastor, wife of a retired Army Veteran and together they have 11 children.
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to providing exceptional care and promoting healing and wholeness. She received her Masters degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. Since then, she has had extensive training and experience working with a diverse group of people, including residential care working with children and adolescents struggling with trauma induced behaviors, maladaptive coping skills, and problematic sexualized behaviors. In addition she has worked closely with victims of domestic and/or sexual violence,
In addition to counseling, she is a self-published author, a Pastor, wife of a retired Army Veteran and together they have 11 children.
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to providing exceptional care and promoting healing and wholeness. She received her Masters degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. Since then, she has had extensive training and experience working with a diverse group of people, including residential care working with children and adolescents struggling with trauma induced behaviors, maladaptive coping skills, and problematic sexualized behaviors. In addition she has worked closely with victims of domestic and/or sexual violence,
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Jackie Mellis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
I have experience providing counseling to children and teens in school, home-based, and agency-based therapy settings.
Parenting is one of the hardest and most fulfilling experiences that we can have, but it can sometimes feel like a constant battle. I have a deep respect for these complexities, and I would be honored to support you as a parent of an emotionally challenged child or teen. Teen clients that would be a good fit for me may be struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, low functioning autism, asperger’s disorder, peer relations, school issues, self- harm, self-image, family conflict, depression or life transitions.
I have experience providing counseling to children and teens in school, home-based, and agency-based therapy settings.
Parenting is one of the hardest and most fulfilling experiences that we can have, but it can sometimes feel like a constant battle. I have a deep respect for these complexities, and I would be honored to support you as a parent of an emotionally challenged child or teen. Teen clients that would be a good fit for me may be struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, low functioning autism, asperger’s disorder, peer relations, school issues, self- harm, self-image, family conflict, depression or life transitions.
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Robert Jason Grant
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Nixa, MO 65714
Clinically, I work with children, parents, and adult clients as co-change agents/partners in the therapeutic process.
I am the owner of the Robert Jason Grant Ed.D AutPlay Therapy Clinic. I am the creator of AutPlay Therapy. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with a variety of mental health needs. Some of my specializations include addressing the needs of neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults (autism, ADHD, trauma issues, and anxiety and depression struggles). I am neurodiversity affirming and informed and provide individual, family, and group therapy. I provide in-office and telehealth services. I also offer parent training, coaching services, and various trainings for professionals and caregivers.
Clinically, I work with children, parents, and adult clients as co-change agents/partners in the therapeutic process.
I am the owner of the Robert Jason Grant Ed.D AutPlay Therapy Clinic. I am the creator of AutPlay Therapy. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with a variety of mental health needs. Some of my specializations include addressing the needs of neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults (autism, ADHD, trauma issues, and anxiety and depression struggles). I am neurodiversity affirming and informed and provide individual, family, and group therapy. I provide in-office and telehealth services. I also offer parent training, coaching services, and various trainings for professionals and caregivers.
(417) 771-3646 View (417) 771-3646
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Michelle M Phillips
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nixa, MO 65714
My ideal client is one who is aware that they need to do something different but aren't quite sure what the next step is. This could be a life transition from adolescence to adulthood, or a couple who struggles with communication. It could be more intense like a couple who is in the middle of despair or broken trust, or an individual or child who has experienced something traumatic that has changed their whole world. All these individuals are looking for ways to regain their life and become who they believe themselves to be.
My ideal client is one who is aware that they need to do something different but aren't quite sure what the next step is. This could be a life transition from adolescence to adulthood, or a couple who struggles with communication. It could be more intense like a couple who is in the middle of despair or broken trust, or an individual or child who has experienced something traumatic that has changed their whole world. All these individuals are looking for ways to regain their life and become who they believe themselves to be.
(417) 551-6138 View (417) 551-6138
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Liza Tsahiridis @ Pure.Joy.Co.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSMhc, MSEd, Phd ADD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
I'm a small town girl who has gone through life with divorce, caring for a child with special needs, loss, and love. I love to connect with REAL people who have REAL problems & are looking for not only help but big changes in their lives. Let's connect with you on what is happening in your life today & how I can help you get past the hurdles that are stopping you from moving on! When I am not working with my clients I am speaking all over the world motivating the masses, listening to way too many podcasts & sneaking M&M's in bed! Let me come with you along this journey we call life. It is my passion helping you find true pure joy!
I'm a small town girl who has gone through life with divorce, caring for a child with special needs, loss, and love. I love to connect with REAL people who have REAL problems & are looking for not only help but big changes in their lives. Let's connect with you on what is happening in your life today & how I can help you get past the hurdles that are stopping you from moving on! When I am not working with my clients I am speaking all over the world motivating the masses, listening to way too many podcasts & sneaking M&M's in bed! Let me come with you along this journey we call life. It is my passion helping you find true pure joy!
(417) 986-2305 View (417) 986-2305
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John Opalka
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714
Assisting with programs at church, being in leadership with young people, teaching high school and subbing in elementary and working in group homes for abused/neglected children and teens.
I know life can be challenging and difficult to navigate. From anxiety and depression to self esteem and confidence, to parenting and family dynamics, I want to help you gain insight, perspective and control so you can live a life you feel good about. I want to focus on your struggles today so you can focus on living your life tomorrow.
Assisting with programs at church, being in leadership with young people, teaching high school and subbing in elementary and working in group homes for abused/neglected children and teens.
I know life can be challenging and difficult to navigate. From anxiety and depression to self esteem and confidence, to parenting and family dynamics, I want to help you gain insight, perspective and control so you can live a life you feel good about. I want to focus on your struggles today so you can focus on living your life tomorrow.
(417) 855-4870 View (417) 855-4870
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Melody Pantuso
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nixa, MO 65714
I work with children (starting at ages 3), teens, and adults for a variety of needs including depression, anxiety, divorce, blended-families/coparenting support, life transitions, grief, trauma, codependency, and OCD.
I consider it an honor to partner with you on this journey toward healing. I understand that sharing your struggles with someone or asking for help can be difficult and overwhelming. My goal is to provide a safe and accepting place for you to share difficult experiences and provide the support you need.
I work with children (starting at ages 3), teens, and adults for a variety of needs including depression, anxiety, divorce, blended-families/coparenting support, life transitions, grief, trauma, codependency, and OCD.
I consider it an honor to partner with you on this journey toward healing. I understand that sharing your struggles with someone or asking for help can be difficult and overwhelming. My goal is to provide a safe and accepting place for you to share difficult experiences and provide the support you need.
(417) 785-3207 View (417) 785-3207
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Sarah Logan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, SMFT, LPN
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714
After devoting my time to my clients, I then return home to my husband and our six children.
Welcome to my page!! My name is Sarah Logan and here we are all individuals and have unique needs. Being a therapist expands how being a caregiver allows me to see you in a way that might have been missing before. My training in therapy has allowed me to see the "both/and" perspective. I am able to understand my clients' point of view from their side of the fence as I become more engaged in their journey. It is truly amazing what lending an empathetic ear and offering support can do for someone!
After devoting my time to my clients, I then return home to my husband and our six children.
Welcome to my page!! My name is Sarah Logan and here we are all individuals and have unique needs. Being a therapist expands how being a caregiver allows me to see you in a way that might have been missing before. My training in therapy has allowed me to see the "both/and" perspective. I am able to understand my clients' point of view from their side of the fence as I become more engaged in their journey. It is truly amazing what lending an empathetic ear and offering support can do for someone!
(417) 882-6767 View (417) 882-6767
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Kasey Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
Wherever you are today, I want to support, encourage, and provide a safe place for not only your child, but you as well.
Do you feel helpless and at times don’t know how to "fix" your child? Does your child come from a traumatic past? Do they struggle with school, emotional regulation, peer or adult relationships, anxiety, fear, or worry? If so, let's talk! I would love to discuss how I can best support you and your child.
Wherever you are today, I want to support, encourage, and provide a safe place for not only your child, but you as well.
Do you feel helpless and at times don’t know how to "fix" your child? Does your child come from a traumatic past? Do they struggle with school, emotional regulation, peer or adult relationships, anxiety, fear, or worry? If so, let's talk! I would love to discuss how I can best support you and your child.
(417) 238-1907 View (417) 238-1907
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Kevin Pittenger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nixa, MO 65714
Having a hard time picking out a therapist that might fit? It's definitely one of the most challenging first steps on your journey. Let me help you out! Give me a call and see if I've got the right personality to match yours! If I don't, I've been in this profession long enough to connect you with someone that might be better suited for your needs. If I am not exactly the right therapist for you, I'm confident we can work together and find someone who is.
Having a hard time picking out a therapist that might fit? It's definitely one of the most challenging first steps on your journey. Let me help you out! Give me a call and see if I've got the right personality to match yours! If I don't, I've been in this profession long enough to connect you with someone that might be better suited for your needs. If I am not exactly the right therapist for you, I'm confident we can work together and find someone who is.
(417) 815-3984 View (417) 815-3984
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Latavia Conner
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714  (Online Only)
Yes, it's time. Often, all we need is to give ourselves permission to take that step. You are here because you have taken that step to seek support and understanding. You are ready to make changes that allow you to have control over your journey. Congratulations, you've come to the right place. I am a Licensed Clinical Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the services field. I have had the privilege of working with clients from diverse backgrounds with an array of challenges and concerns.
Yes, it's time. Often, all we need is to give ourselves permission to take that step. You are here because you have taken that step to seek support and understanding. You are ready to make changes that allow you to have control over your journey. Congratulations, you've come to the right place. I am a Licensed Clinical Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the services field. I have had the privilege of working with clients from diverse backgrounds with an array of challenges and concerns.
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Dr. Jonnie Mae Middletonlotte
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nixa, MO 65714
Personal conflict can cause chaos in your life, but the appropriate resolution can nurture healthy relationships and personal growth. If you are ready to dig in and do the hard work, together we can work towards the more peaceful and happy life you desire. We offer Substance use groups for adults and adolescents. We are Christian centered and use a variety of research-based therapeutic methods of counseling to find what works best for our clients. I believe therapy should be started with the end in mind, so our goal is to bring about peace and balance in a timely manner.
Personal conflict can cause chaos in your life, but the appropriate resolution can nurture healthy relationships and personal growth. If you are ready to dig in and do the hard work, together we can work towards the more peaceful and happy life you desire. We offer Substance use groups for adults and adolescents. We are Christian centered and use a variety of research-based therapeutic methods of counseling to find what works best for our clients. I believe therapy should be started with the end in mind, so our goal is to bring about peace and balance in a timely manner.
(417) 283-4940 View (417) 283-4940
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Family Therapy of the Ozarks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCDP-D, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nixa, MO 65714
I look forward to working with clients whose life path may have created difficulties for them that has led them not be the best of who they can be. Each individual's path may have been sprinkled with physical or emotional abuse, neglect, assault, grief and loss, domestic violence, marital or parental discord or a myriad of other situations. Sometimes these life paths create in my clients a feeling of hopeless and loss of self-worth, sometimes these path end with someone needing to determine a plan to leave an unsafe living situation. Sometimes these paths lead to turning to substances and illegal drugs to cope with the internal turmoil and pain. It is my privlege to work with clients to help them identify and bring forth the best of who they are and what they want for their life, their family and their future through their own individual strengths.
I look forward to working with clients whose life path may have created difficulties for them that has led them not be the best of who they can be. Each individual's path may have been sprinkled with physical or emotional abuse, neglect, assault, grief and loss, domestic violence, marital or parental discord or a myriad of other situations. Sometimes these life paths create in my clients a feeling of hopeless and loss of self-worth, sometimes these path end with someone needing to determine a plan to leave an unsafe living situation. Sometimes these paths lead to turning to substances and illegal drugs to cope with the internal turmoil and pain. It is my privlege to work with clients to help them identify and bring forth the best of who they are and what they want for their life, their family and their future through their own individual strengths.
(417) 497-3016 View (417) 497-3016
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Polly Letsch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nixa, MO 65714
I help my clients find their strengths and utilize them to improve their difficulties. I focus on your experiences and preferences in therapy and rely on your feedback to provide you with the service you need. I have experience with treating interpersonal and personal difficulties. I also have experience treating anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders. I look forward to working with you to meet your goals!
I help my clients find their strengths and utilize them to improve their difficulties. I focus on your experiences and preferences in therapy and rely on your feedback to provide you with the service you need. I have experience with treating interpersonal and personal difficulties. I also have experience treating anxiety, depression, and other mental disorders. I look forward to working with you to meet your goals!
(417) 228-8514 View (417) 228-8514

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Child psychologists in Nixa, MO provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Nixa build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.