Female Therapists in Pacific, MO
I look forward to helping my clients develop the skills they need to improve their life for the better. I encourage my clients to dig deep into their own meaning of life and what their purpose is.
I look forward to helping my clients develop the skills they need to improve their life for the better. I encourage my clients to dig deep into their own meaning of life and what their purpose is.
Darlene Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pacific, MO 63069 (Online Only)
Hello. I am Darlene Wilson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My therapeutic approach is individualized to meet the needs of clients. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults. This included individual and family therapy. I use an assortment of therapy techniques based on the need of the client. The most common is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT can be used to treat a variety of issues. As an LPC, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Most of the clients I have worked with are adolescents who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem issues, or trauma.
Hello. I am Darlene Wilson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My therapeutic approach is individualized to meet the needs of clients. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults. This included individual and family therapy. I use an assortment of therapy techniques based on the need of the client. The most common is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. CBT can be used to treat a variety of issues. As an LPC, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. Most of the clients I have worked with are adolescents who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem issues, or trauma.
Lauren Scheidegger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S™, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific, MO 63069
I am a Registered Play Therapist, and I work with children ages 2-12. I have experience working with various issues, and diagnoses. I will work with parents and children to address their issues and concerns, and can include family member throughout the process if needed.
I am a Registered Play Therapist, and I work with children ages 2-12. I have experience working with various issues, and diagnoses. I will work with parents and children to address their issues and concerns, and can include family member throughout the process if needed.
Hilary Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific, MO 63069
It takes courage to walk in and sit down with someone to share your story. An honest story that includes stress, anxieties, sadness, grief, and emotional suffering. My intention as a therapist is to create a safe and inclusive space for clients. This space allows individuals to open up and be present with the emotions, thoughts, and feelings that make up the human experience. I currently specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues.
It takes courage to walk in and sit down with someone to share your story. An honest story that includes stress, anxieties, sadness, grief, and emotional suffering. My intention as a therapist is to create a safe and inclusive space for clients. This space allows individuals to open up and be present with the emotions, thoughts, and feelings that make up the human experience. I currently specialize in working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues.
Coming soon: Gottman Level One couples counseling. Call for more details. Feel like you’re in a constant struggle with daily struggle dragging down your quality of life like an anchor? Let's talk. I'm here to help you. Many people view therapy as one-sided conversation with little opportunity to experience each other as real people. I want you to know that I am as real as it gets. I want to help you achieve your goals and start living your life where you are excited to wake up every morning. Now accepting new client in Florida via telehealth.
Coming soon: Gottman Level One couples counseling. Call for more details. Feel like you’re in a constant struggle with daily struggle dragging down your quality of life like an anchor? Let's talk. I'm here to help you. Many people view therapy as one-sided conversation with little opportunity to experience each other as real people. I want you to know that I am as real as it gets. I want to help you achieve your goals and start living your life where you are excited to wake up every morning. Now accepting new client in Florida via telehealth.
Asking for help can be difficult, but it's a brave step toward healing and growth. Whether you're facing a conflict with a friend or want to strengthen your marriage, I am committed to helping you navigate these challenges. Take the first step toward healing and change by contacting me today.
Asking for help can be difficult, but it's a brave step toward healing and growth. Whether you're facing a conflict with a friend or want to strengthen your marriage, I am committed to helping you navigate these challenges. Take the first step toward healing and change by contacting me today.
I am a licensed psychologist with 15 years of experience in public schools as a school psychologist. I have extensive experience with conducting developmental and psychological evaluations to assess the psychological and learning needs of students, developing IEPs and behavior intervention plans, assisting families and students as they navigate the special education process, and providing therapy for children and teens. I provide individual evaluations for children and adolescents to assess for ADHD, autism, giftedness, intellectual delays, developmental delays, and other emotional-behavioral concerns.
I am a licensed psychologist with 15 years of experience in public schools as a school psychologist. I have extensive experience with conducting developmental and psychological evaluations to assess the psychological and learning needs of students, developing IEPs and behavior intervention plans, assisting families and students as they navigate the special education process, and providing therapy for children and teens. I provide individual evaluations for children and adolescents to assess for ADHD, autism, giftedness, intellectual delays, developmental delays, and other emotional-behavioral concerns.
I am excited to join your child on their mental health journey. I have a background working with early childhood, youth, and teens. My goal is to promote wellness while guiding clients ages 18 months-21 years to realize their value and strengths.
I am excited to join your child on their mental health journey. I have a background working with early childhood, youth, and teens. My goal is to promote wellness while guiding clients ages 18 months-21 years to realize their value and strengths.
Dana Patton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific, MO 63069 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed or defeated with life's unexpected turns? Feeling pushed beyond your ability to cope? I believe that no matter who you are, as a human being we all need support throughout our lives. It takes courage and strength to reach out for support. I'm a compassionate and empathetic therapist who understands how difficult it can be and you do not have to carry the weight forever.
Do you feel overwhelmed or defeated with life's unexpected turns? Feeling pushed beyond your ability to cope? I believe that no matter who you are, as a human being we all need support throughout our lives. It takes courage and strength to reach out for support. I'm a compassionate and empathetic therapist who understands how difficult it can be and you do not have to carry the weight forever.
Missy Giebler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific, MO 63069
Reach out today to learn ways to heal from negative thought loops, trauma, and anxious feelings. If worksheets and traditional talk therapy hasn't provided healing in the past (or you just hated it), I may be the right therapist for you. Counseling with me focuses on healing from trauma and goes beyond daily problem solving.
Reach out today to learn ways to heal from negative thought loops, trauma, and anxious feelings. If worksheets and traditional talk therapy hasn't provided healing in the past (or you just hated it), I may be the right therapist for you. Counseling with me focuses on healing from trauma and goes beyond daily problem solving.
Hannah Asbed
Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pacific, MO 63069
Not accepting new clients
I provide outpatient-counseling services for children and adolescents ages 10 to 25. I have a passion for helping children and families become happier and healthier each day. I have experience working with life changes, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, anger, behavioral issues, grief, and self-esteem among other mental health concerns. I believe that collaborative care is important to help your child, therefore I make it a point to work with family members, teachers, and doctors to provide collaborative and effective care. I provide psychoeducation, comfort, and support to the parents and families of the children that I serve.
I provide outpatient-counseling services for children and adolescents ages 10 to 25. I have a passion for helping children and families become happier and healthier each day. I have experience working with life changes, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, anger, behavioral issues, grief, and self-esteem among other mental health concerns. I believe that collaborative care is important to help your child, therefore I make it a point to work with family members, teachers, and doctors to provide collaborative and effective care. I provide psychoeducation, comfort, and support to the parents and families of the children that I serve.
Jennifer L Lawler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific, MO 63069
Not accepting new clients
I am a LPC with 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I have worked with clients experiencing a wide variety of mental and behavioral health and wellness concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, school and social performance, self-esteem, substance use disorders, communication, trauma, assertiveness, family functioning and much more.
I am a LPC with 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I have worked with clients experiencing a wide variety of mental and behavioral health and wellness concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, school and social performance, self-esteem, substance use disorders, communication, trauma, assertiveness, family functioning and much more.
Ashley Nagel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC, CRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pacific, MO 63069
Not accepting new clients
Ashley Nagel, MA, PLPC, CRC, is a dedicated trauma clinician specializing in supporting Veterans and First Responders. Ashley utilizes trauma-informed care to create a safe and healing space for this community and their families. One of the unique aspects that set Ashley apart as a therapist is her specialized education as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. Her expertise lies in providing exceptional support and advocacy to individuals living with disabilities, empowering them to embrace their abilities and recognize their strengths, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.
Ashley Nagel, MA, PLPC, CRC, is a dedicated trauma clinician specializing in supporting Veterans and First Responders. Ashley utilizes trauma-informed care to create a safe and healing space for this community and their families. One of the unique aspects that set Ashley apart as a therapist is her specialized education as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. Her expertise lies in providing exceptional support and advocacy to individuals living with disabilities, empowering them to embrace their abilities and recognize their strengths, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.
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Dr. Emily Malecky is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Doctor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work. Dr. Malecky considers herself a holistic therapist and borrows from multiple theories and practices including systems theory, empowerment theory, and client center therapy. She utilizes DBT and CBT in her work and will collaborate on your preferences and needs before coming up with a treatment plan together. Dr. Malecky's main goal is to meet you where you are and forge a path together through life's greatest challenges and adventures.
Dr. Emily Malecky is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Doctor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work. Dr. Malecky considers herself a holistic therapist and borrows from multiple theories and practices including systems theory, empowerment theory, and client center therapy. She utilizes DBT and CBT in her work and will collaborate on your preferences and needs before coming up with a treatment plan together. Dr. Malecky's main goal is to meet you where you are and forge a path together through life's greatest challenges and adventures.
Are you feeling the impulse to explore who you are behind the masks? Do you yearn for freedom from unhealthy relationship dynamics and behavior patterns holding you back from the life you know you’re meant to have? Do you seek real, lasting change, progress, and happiness? Do you feel like you’ve tried it all, but nothing sticks? Do you believe you need help identifying your limiting beliefs, overcoming your hardships, and getting the life you’ve always wanted? I aim to guide those who are ready to slow down and do the inner healing required to leave their unhealthy cycles and reconnect with the highest versions of themselves.
Are you feeling the impulse to explore who you are behind the masks? Do you yearn for freedom from unhealthy relationship dynamics and behavior patterns holding you back from the life you know you’re meant to have? Do you seek real, lasting change, progress, and happiness? Do you feel like you’ve tried it all, but nothing sticks? Do you believe you need help identifying your limiting beliefs, overcoming your hardships, and getting the life you’ve always wanted? I aim to guide those who are ready to slow down and do the inner healing required to leave their unhealthy cycles and reconnect with the highest versions of themselves.
"Growth is painful, change is painful, but nothing is as painful as being stuck somewhere you don't belong." Life is a journey and oftentimes along our journey we go through difficult life transitions that can feel impossible to overcome. We may go through feelings of being stuck in the same emotional states, unhealthy relationships or communication patterns that leave us feeling empty and yearning for change. When our lives begin feeling this way, finding a positive support can be crucial in navigating these changes we need to feel better.
"Growth is painful, change is painful, but nothing is as painful as being stuck somewhere you don't belong." Life is a journey and oftentimes along our journey we go through difficult life transitions that can feel impossible to overcome. We may go through feelings of being stuck in the same emotional states, unhealthy relationships or communication patterns that leave us feeling empty and yearning for change. When our lives begin feeling this way, finding a positive support can be crucial in navigating these changes we need to feel better.
When faced with complications or must deal with grief and loss, having someone to talk to one on one or perhaps joining a group session is helpful. Anyone who suffers a loss needs to know you are not alone. The reactions to grief are felt in different ways and no two people are alike.
When faced with complications or must deal with grief and loss, having someone to talk to one on one or perhaps joining a group session is helpful. Anyone who suffers a loss needs to know you are not alone. The reactions to grief are felt in different ways and no two people are alike.
It can be so difficult to enjoy a “normal” life when your mind is preoccupied with diet, weight, or the size and shape of your body. It’s hard to concentrate at work or school when you can’t stop fixating on your muffin top, and how many calories or “points” you have left for the day. You feel anxious when it comes to being around other people because you fear they’re judging you. You have no idea how you got into this vicious cycle, or how to get out. If this sounds like you, I can help you find your way to making peace with food and your body!
It can be so difficult to enjoy a “normal” life when your mind is preoccupied with diet, weight, or the size and shape of your body. It’s hard to concentrate at work or school when you can’t stop fixating on your muffin top, and how many calories or “points” you have left for the day. You feel anxious when it comes to being around other people because you fear they’re judging you. You have no idea how you got into this vicious cycle, or how to get out. If this sounds like you, I can help you find your way to making peace with food and your body!
Carissa Douglas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Albans, MO 63073 (Online Only)
My passion is working with children, adolescents, and their families. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, selective mutism, stress, anger management, trauma, and issues with military families.
My passion is working with children, adolescents, and their families. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, selective mutism, stress, anger management, trauma, and issues with military families.
Joan Cassilly Petersen : Personal Potentials Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CEAP
Verified Verified
Labadie, MO 63055
I enjoy helping people face obstacles in their lives and look at opportunities. I focus on assisting clients to develop their own individual action plan. Together we focus on solutions to reaching their goals. I believe it is important to meet your client where they are, and work from there. Everyone moves at their own pace, but people only change as they feel safe. It is very difficult to let go of old problematic behaviors until you have developed new constructive alternative behaviors. Developing your individual toolbox of coping strategies is a challenge all people face. We all have our own issues, they're just different.
I enjoy helping people face obstacles in their lives and look at opportunities. I focus on assisting clients to develop their own individual action plan. Together we focus on solutions to reaching their goals. I believe it is important to meet your client where they are, and work from there. Everyone moves at their own pace, but people only change as they feel safe. It is very difficult to let go of old problematic behaviors until you have developed new constructive alternative behaviors. Developing your individual toolbox of coping strategies is a challenge all people face. We all have our own issues, they're just different.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.