Therapists in Saint Charles, MO

Loving your larger body is the shit. You don't need to take a quiz to know that society hating on large bodies has affected you. You may find yourself hating yourself, putting yourself down constantly, dieting, shifting the conversation back to other people so that you don’t have to talk about yourself, following all of the rules so that you don’t get hurtful critical feedback, putting everyone else’s needs first, or struggling to say no. If you're also LGBTQ+ in Missouri, you face even more hurdles. All of these things can add up to major feelings of unworthiness.

Alexis Choppi is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Alexis earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. Alexis is trained in Psychodynamic Therapy and Humanist approaches. She is driven to contribute to the betterment of mental health and wellness on a global scale.

Life can be an emotional roller coaster presenting us with highs and lows. My goal is to assist individuals in finding the opening to their life's mazes. I have experience working with preteens, adolescents, and adults. I take pride in providing support to those in need and it is a blessing to assist others in their walks of life. Within counseling, I seek to assist in helping you find the path that is best for you while being an open, unbiased audience. Let's begin the process of learning to spread your wings and fly!

You know those times when we feel lost inside ourselves, overwhelmed by our problems, and struggle to cope? If you are reading this, you may be considering therapy to get you closer to solving those problems. Whether your therapy goals are vague or well-defined, I can help you through this process of change. Together, we will formulate a plan, using the appropriate psychotherapeutic treatments, to achieve your personal goals. Because your time is important to you, we will begin creating this plan at your first visit!

It’s ok to need time to figure things out-that’s what life is all about. I love working with teens as they grow and become their own unique, independent selves. I have dedicated my career to work with adolescents both in my role in public education and in private practice as a social worker.

I believe that every individual has strengths and abilities they are able to use to address problems in life. I believe that through the process of therapy you can better understand yourself and use that enhanced understanding for making new decisions and new actions for a better future.

Life can be really stressful for all of us. Add on top of that the childhood traumas that many people are still carrying, making it even more difficult to deal with the everyday stresses and demands of life. I love working with clients who are battling anxiety and unhealed trauma, and helping them get to the root of their anxiety and work to heal those traumas.

Therapy is for everyone. Being a kid is a hard job and being a parent isn't easy either. It can be lonely, isolating and overwhelming when you or your child is struggling. We aren't meant to struggle alone. My passion is helping kids, adolescents, and their families learn how to navigate big feelings, stress and overwhelm. I have dedicated my career to supporting children and parents in their journey toward social and emotional well-being. Do you need help understanding the IEP, 504, or gifted process at school? During my 15 years as a school counselor I helped many families walk through these steps.

Starting the search for a therapist is an act of bravery. As if life isn't tricky enough on its own, then we throw in anxiety, depression or trauma and it can feel even heavier. Self esteem struggles? Not sure what path to take? Feel like you just can't handle what life keeps throwing at you? I'm here for all of it. Are you a parent that needs strategies to help your child? I'm here to support you as well.

Through counseling, I strive to help individuals work through any challenges they may be experiencing and toward their individual mental health goals. I currently work with children, adolescents, young adults, and the LGBTQ+ community. Some of my focus areas include anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, emotional regulation and awareness, and general life adjustments. I utilize different therapeutic approaches best suited for each individual client, including cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered theory, dialectical behavioral therapy, and positive psychology.

Deciding to seek a counselor and address tough issues can feel daunting. I understand that and have years of experience working with those struggling to overcome abuse, dysfunction, personal losses, and trauma. If you have family concerns, or have individual struggles recovering from dysfunction, I can take you where you're at right now and help you find the place you would like to be. You may be haunted by memories from military combat, or be the family member of someone who has deployed. This is a place you can come for understanding and support in overcoming your unique challenges.

Does it cross your mind that you may be neurodivergent? Have you always known that you are different from your peers but you could never quite pinpoint why? I can help guide you to learn more about your uniqueness and how being neurodivergent impacts your daily life. Do you question if you may have undiagnosed Autism, ADHD or a Sensory Processing Disorder? Through assessments and various evaluations I can assist you in finding answers.

Is your heart always racing? Are you suffering from headaches, belly aches, tension in your back or neck? Do you lack patience with your kids, partner, colleagues, friends? Let's be real, life is hard. When we become overwhelmed with daily stressors, chronic stress, or trauma our body is impacted. Sometimes we need someone who isn't related to us and has no judgments to talk to. Maybe you are facing a big life change, maybe an event is constantly replaying in your mind, maybe the daily stressors are adding up. There is hope!

I am passionate about providing services to those who want to take that step forward to begin their journey to healing. I support clients to reach their individual goals by helping identify thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that keep them in a never-ending cycle. I enjoy providing my clients with the space to feel comfortable and open while guiding them to set realistic goals that lead them on a healthier path.

You're feeling like something is wrong. You're afraid this is what life is like now, your new normal. You don't recognize yourself. Maybe you don't know where or when things went left, maybe you do. Either way, you're angry and sad and confused. You're thinking it might be your fault.

Hello! My name is Jenn. I am happy you found me! I work with individuals with a wide variety of mental health and life stress concerns. I strive to help individuals manage their depression and anxiety through coping skills and challenging your inner critic. My passion lies with helping soon-to-be, new and seasoned parents manage the rollercoaster of emotions that comes with parenting. Working with me will help you to challenge those inner thoughts and incorporate mindfulness skills to identify what you’re feeling and how to process those feelings without judgment.

My ideal client is working through a tough time in their life, possibly trauma, anxiety, or life transitions. They want to find their inner strengths and learn/relearn what makes them happy in life. We can also process through life events, practice conversation strategies, learn the importance of positive self talk, explore new self care strategies, discuss what causes anxiety/depression, and much more!

Taking the steps to find a therapist is a courageous leap in your journey. I take pride in helping clients process difficult emotions and create a secure sense of self. Your issue, need, or goal will be unique, but I strive to provide a safe space to assist you in this difficult process.

Hi! You have made a big first step in finding peace! Are you looking to transition to your best self? Do you feel like your anxiety, depression or trauma (Little T or Big T) has made it hard for you to see the beauty in life? Do you struggle with low self-worth or questionable self-esteem? Do you continue to embrace relationships and choices that are not healthy and supporting of the life you really want? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and putting your life values first? I can help you release those old habits and learn how to uncover the peace that you deserve and crave in your life.