Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO
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Shawn G FitzWilliam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
I am experienced in a wide variety of evidenced-based interventions including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Behavioral Activation.
I am proud to work with fellow healthcare professionals, individuals from different cultural backgrounds, individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, and anyone who is new to therapy or has tried therapy before but without success. My ideal client is any adult who currently struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD or other trauma, OCD, burnout, or relationship concerns who is ready to commit to treatment. I believe in meeting clients where they are. I view my job as being your guide to better manage symptoms that represent barriers to you moving forward in your life, following a path determined by your personal values.
I am experienced in a wide variety of evidenced-based interventions including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Behavioral Activation.
I am proud to work with fellow healthcare professionals, individuals from different cultural backgrounds, individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, and anyone who is new to therapy or has tried therapy before but without success. My ideal client is any adult who currently struggles with anxiety, depression, PTSD or other trauma, OCD, burnout, or relationship concerns who is ready to commit to treatment. I believe in meeting clients where they are. I view my job as being your guide to better manage symptoms that represent barriers to you moving forward in your life, following a path determined by your personal values.
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Caroline Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help them build a new relationship with the uncomfortable emotions that they normally avoid.
Do you struggle with chronic or treatment-resistant depression or anxiety? Do you have high standards for yourself or others that are sometimes impossible to live up to? When others are having fun and relaxed, is it hard for you to join in? If any of these apply to you, then we might be a great therapeutic match! Trained by the treatment developers at the Radically Open Institute, I specialize in Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based, transdiagnostic therapy for disorders of overcontrol. I love working with people to build a life that’s not only worth living but also worth sharing!
I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help them build a new relationship with the uncomfortable emotions that they normally avoid.
Do you struggle with chronic or treatment-resistant depression or anxiety? Do you have high standards for yourself or others that are sometimes impossible to live up to? When others are having fun and relaxed, is it hard for you to join in? If any of these apply to you, then we might be a great therapeutic match! Trained by the treatment developers at the Radically Open Institute, I specialize in Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based, transdiagnostic therapy for disorders of overcontrol. I love working with people to build a life that’s not only worth living but also worth sharing!
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Intuitive Movement Counseling, EMDR
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110 (Online Only)
My name is Christine Sibilla, MA, LPC and I understand that self-care and the health of our minds is incredibly important, especially when it doesn't feel like there is a path forward. During moments of uncertainty, additional anxieties, fears, and doubts can be brought to light. Sometimes the skills we utilized are no longer enough, and we require additional help navigating our situation. Healing and understanding comes from within, by forming a connection to your body and your self.
My name is Christine Sibilla, MA, LPC and I understand that self-care and the health of our minds is incredibly important, especially when it doesn't feel like there is a path forward. During moments of uncertainty, additional anxieties, fears, and doubts can be brought to light. Sometimes the skills we utilized are no longer enough, and we require additional help navigating our situation. Healing and understanding comes from within, by forming a connection to your body and your self.
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Washington University Psychological Service Ctr
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Possible openings for individual therapy; call for availability! The Washington University Psychological Service Center (PSC) offers psychotherapy and neuropsychological/cognitive testing. Therapists are trained to treat a variety of concerns including: Anxiety, Panic, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Trauma/Post-Traumatic Stress, Eating Disorders, Relationship problems, Aging-related issues, Grief and loss, Insomnia, and Behavioral health (e.g., pain). Neuropsychological testing can assess concerns like ADHD, learning disability, memory complaints, or cognitive problems after stroke, brain injury, or other condition.
Possible openings for individual therapy; call for availability! The Washington University Psychological Service Center (PSC) offers psychotherapy and neuropsychological/cognitive testing. Therapists are trained to treat a variety of concerns including: Anxiety, Panic, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Trauma/Post-Traumatic Stress, Eating Disorders, Relationship problems, Aging-related issues, Grief and loss, Insomnia, and Behavioral health (e.g., pain). Neuropsychological testing can assess concerns like ADHD, learning disability, memory complaints, or cognitive problems after stroke, brain injury, or other condition.
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Haley Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Are you struggling with Substance Use or Alcohol Use Disorders? Sana Lake Recovery Center is the place for you. At Sana Lake Recovery, we offer a full system of care without the long wait to see licensed providers.
Are you struggling with Substance Use or Alcohol Use Disorders? Sana Lake Recovery Center is the place for you. At Sana Lake Recovery, we offer a full system of care without the long wait to see licensed providers.
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Madeleine Rouse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
You're feeling stuck no matter what you do. You know something in your life needs to change, but you don't know what or where to even start. Maybe every day feels like another battle between your thoughts, values, actions, and impulses. Maybe you've been through difficult relationships and you are ready to create healthier connections, especially with yourself.
You're feeling stuck no matter what you do. You know something in your life needs to change, but you don't know what or where to even start. Maybe every day feels like another battle between your thoughts, values, actions, and impulses. Maybe you've been through difficult relationships and you are ready to create healthier connections, especially with yourself.
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iHeal Wellness Therapy and Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Are you dealing with stress, relationship issues, mood disorders, career/professional concerns, or life transitions? Are you feeling overwhelmed and imbalanced? When this happens, everything else suffers from your personal to your professional life, including how you feel. You may find it challenging to find the right therapist who can help you heal. Just know that you are not alone. It can be difficult to seek therapy, especially if you tried it before and felt like it didn't work. “One size does not fit all.” Our approaches are tailored to the needs of each individual to help you find long lasting solutions. We can help.
Are you dealing with stress, relationship issues, mood disorders, career/professional concerns, or life transitions? Are you feeling overwhelmed and imbalanced? When this happens, everything else suffers from your personal to your professional life, including how you feel. You may find it challenging to find the right therapist who can help you heal. Just know that you are not alone. It can be difficult to seek therapy, especially if you tried it before and felt like it didn't work. “One size does not fit all.” Our approaches are tailored to the needs of each individual to help you find long lasting solutions. We can help.
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Matt Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
I know what it’s like to feel helpless, alone, frustrated, confused, unseen, unheard, and unsupported. Also, I know that it’s possible to transform these experiences into something deeply meaningful. The path to this transformation involves time and intention, and the courage to look deeply at oneself. As we learn to understand and relinquish old patterns, new ways of being give forth new hope and possibility. And not just for ourselves, but for everyone around us. What a wondrous experience!
I know what it’s like to feel helpless, alone, frustrated, confused, unseen, unheard, and unsupported. Also, I know that it’s possible to transform these experiences into something deeply meaningful. The path to this transformation involves time and intention, and the courage to look deeply at oneself. As we learn to understand and relinquish old patterns, new ways of being give forth new hope and possibility. And not just for ourselves, but for everyone around us. What a wondrous experience!
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Emily Hudson
Licensed Professional Counselor, ND, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the state of Missouri. I received a Masters in Counseling Psychology as well as a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in 2017. During my studies, I was a staff counselor at Bastyr University. In addition, I offered low cost therapy to the community at a year long internship at Seattle Therapy Alliance. I spent 4 years as a clinical fellow at Roots Renewal Counseling in St. Louis, MO. I enjoy working with adults experiencing issues related to anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss, chronic illness, identity development, career, body image and self confidence.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the state of Missouri. I received a Masters in Counseling Psychology as well as a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in 2017. During my studies, I was a staff counselor at Bastyr University. In addition, I offered low cost therapy to the community at a year long internship at Seattle Therapy Alliance. I spent 4 years as a clinical fellow at Roots Renewal Counseling in St. Louis, MO. I enjoy working with adults experiencing issues related to anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss, chronic illness, identity development, career, body image and self confidence.
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Andrew Philip Shapiro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110 (Online Only)
I'm here to acknowledge your internal experience, identify the external forces challenging your peace, and to help you find lasting solitude! Our personal struggles can feel unapproachable, and if left unmanaged, these struggles can breed negative outlooks which develop a lack of purpose and connection. Without purpose and connection, what happens to your authentic voice? Without purpose and connection, how often does anxiety and/or depression hijack your thinking? My style is for you, your children, your marriage, or your family if you/they are in need of reconnection, restoration, and healthy collaboration
I'm here to acknowledge your internal experience, identify the external forces challenging your peace, and to help you find lasting solitude! Our personal struggles can feel unapproachable, and if left unmanaged, these struggles can breed negative outlooks which develop a lack of purpose and connection. Without purpose and connection, what happens to your authentic voice? Without purpose and connection, how often does anxiety and/or depression hijack your thinking? My style is for you, your children, your marriage, or your family if you/they are in need of reconnection, restoration, and healthy collaboration
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Christina Bardle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Are you struggling with Substance Use or Alcohol Use Disorders? Sana Lake Recovery Center is the place for you. At Sana Lake Recovery, we offer a full system of care without the long wait to see licensed providers. Addiction treatment is not a one-size-fits-all solution which is why we offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs.
Are you struggling with Substance Use or Alcohol Use Disorders? Sana Lake Recovery Center is the place for you. At Sana Lake Recovery, we offer a full system of care without the long wait to see licensed providers. Addiction treatment is not a one-size-fits-all solution which is why we offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs.
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Clayton A. Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Something’s not right, and maybe it hasn’t been for a while, but you know it’s time to make some changes. If you (or you & your partner) need help making that change, I’d be honored to work with you. I take a flexible approach, bringing thoughtfulness and creativity to the process to meet you where you are. Here are areas I help people with most often: anxiety & stress, depression, couples counseling (Gottman Method), trauma (Brainspotting), career counseling & life design, substance use & addiction, men's issues, life transitions, anger, mindfulness, and grief.
Something’s not right, and maybe it hasn’t been for a while, but you know it’s time to make some changes. If you (or you & your partner) need help making that change, I’d be honored to work with you. I take a flexible approach, bringing thoughtfulness and creativity to the process to meet you where you are. Here are areas I help people with most often: anxiety & stress, depression, couples counseling (Gottman Method), trauma (Brainspotting), career counseling & life design, substance use & addiction, men's issues, life transitions, anger, mindfulness, and grief.
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Kristy Wakefield Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110 (Online Only)
I long for vitality - for you, for me, for everyone. I specialize in relationship to self and am passionate about supporting individuals as they grow in self-compassion, identifying values, and boundaries. I am relational, engaged, trauma informed, feminist, queer affirming & passionate about supporting folks in the LGBTQ+ community. I care deeply for those navigating spiritual upheaval and loss of belonging. I team up with you to create a supportive and safe environment within the counseling relationship to focus on your goals and needs. For more information or to email me, please visit my website (linked to the left).
I long for vitality - for you, for me, for everyone. I specialize in relationship to self and am passionate about supporting individuals as they grow in self-compassion, identifying values, and boundaries. I am relational, engaged, trauma informed, feminist, queer affirming & passionate about supporting folks in the LGBTQ+ community. I care deeply for those navigating spiritual upheaval and loss of belonging. I team up with you to create a supportive and safe environment within the counseling relationship to focus on your goals and needs. For more information or to email me, please visit my website (linked to the left).
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I enjoy working with a variety of individuals and a wide range of concerns and issues. I have experience working primarily with adults in multiple settings including university counseling centers and private practice. It's important that you feel there is a trusting, cooperative relationship where we can create hope for a better future, find purpose for your life, and work together to reach your goals. We will work collaboratively to empower you to create meaningful change in your life through encouragement, support, and understanding your concerns and perspective. Clients find me to be personable, honest, and compassionate.
I enjoy working with a variety of individuals and a wide range of concerns and issues. I have experience working primarily with adults in multiple settings including university counseling centers and private practice. It's important that you feel there is a trusting, cooperative relationship where we can create hope for a better future, find purpose for your life, and work together to reach your goals. We will work collaboratively to empower you to create meaningful change in your life through encouragement, support, and understanding your concerns and perspective. Clients find me to be personable, honest, and compassionate.
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Maria Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC, RYT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Mama, you deserve to thrive. You live in a world of "should": You SHOULD look like you have it all together. You SHOULD always be understanding. You SHOULD put others first. You feel trapped. You learned these rules a long time ago, and motherhood simply reinforces them. As a mama myself, I know parenthood is HARD and selfless work. It's time to define who you are again. Bust out of those boxes. Carve out the space to enjoy life again. Behave in an intentional, meaningful way that aligns with YOUR values, not the ones you learned as a kid. The power is in your hands, and I will help you find it. Let's get to work!
Mama, you deserve to thrive. You live in a world of "should": You SHOULD look like you have it all together. You SHOULD always be understanding. You SHOULD put others first. You feel trapped. You learned these rules a long time ago, and motherhood simply reinforces them. As a mama myself, I know parenthood is HARD and selfless work. It's time to define who you are again. Bust out of those boxes. Carve out the space to enjoy life again. Behave in an intentional, meaningful way that aligns with YOUR values, not the ones you learned as a kid. The power is in your hands, and I will help you find it. Let's get to work!
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Katherine Kline
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Forest Park Southeast, Saint Louis, MO 63110 (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Katherine Kline and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) as well as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) located in Saint Louis, Missouri. I hold a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Michigan State University, and a PhD in Counselor Education from Michigan State University. I have over 13 years of experience in the counseling profession and I have worked with a wide range of populations to include, teens/ adolescents, and adults that present with a variety of issues and concerns.
My name is Dr. Katherine Kline and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) as well as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) located in Saint Louis, Missouri. I hold a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Michigan State University, and a PhD in Counselor Education from Michigan State University. I have over 13 years of experience in the counseling profession and I have worked with a wide range of populations to include, teens/ adolescents, and adults that present with a variety of issues and concerns.
Online Therapists
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Megan Seidman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63119
I utilize a variety of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor a treatment plan for you.
Whatever the reason that has led you to seek therapy services, I am here to listen. I offer a gentle, compassionate and non-judgmental environment, providing my clients with a safe space where they will feel heard and supported. Whether you are struggling with a significant life event, feeling unsatisfied in a relationship or job, coping with loss, or experiencing feelings of depression or anxiety, I believe that you are capable of making meaningful change. Employing a strengths-based, collaborative approach, together we will work toward developing a clear path to achieve your goals and lead a more purposeful and satisfying life.
I utilize a variety of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor a treatment plan for you.
Whatever the reason that has led you to seek therapy services, I am here to listen. I offer a gentle, compassionate and non-judgmental environment, providing my clients with a safe space where they will feel heard and supported. Whether you are struggling with a significant life event, feeling unsatisfied in a relationship or job, coping with loss, or experiencing feelings of depression or anxiety, I believe that you are capable of making meaningful change. Employing a strengths-based, collaborative approach, together we will work toward developing a clear path to achieve your goals and lead a more purposeful and satisfying life.
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I use CBT, Solution focused therapy, motivational interviewing, interpersonal process therapy and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy).
I work with families and individuals ages 12 and up who are seeking support with daily life challenges related to emotional, relational, spiritual or career concerns.
I use CBT, Solution focused therapy, motivational interviewing, interpersonal process therapy and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy).
I work with families and individuals ages 12 and up who are seeking support with daily life challenges related to emotional, relational, spiritual or career concerns.
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Yvonne Hertich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63118
Waitlist for new clients
I use a variety of therapeutic modalities (including ERP, CBT, ACT, and DBT) to provide an individualized approach to help adults, adolescents, children, and families work towards achieving their goals.
I believe that everyone can benefit from having an empowering, nonjudgmental therapist in their life. You may feel like you’re functioning okay on the outside but have disruptive thoughts, challenging relationships, or past situations that interrupt your life. I can provide you or your child with a space where you can be your authentic self while working towards making changes, overcoming difficulties, and coping with life’s variety of challenges. I specialize in OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, grief/loss, and emotional dysregulation.
I use a variety of therapeutic modalities (including ERP, CBT, ACT, and DBT) to provide an individualized approach to help adults, adolescents, children, and families work towards achieving their goals.
I believe that everyone can benefit from having an empowering, nonjudgmental therapist in their life. You may feel like you’re functioning okay on the outside but have disruptive thoughts, challenging relationships, or past situations that interrupt your life. I can provide you or your child with a space where you can be your authentic self while working towards making changes, overcoming difficulties, and coping with life’s variety of challenges. I specialize in OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, grief/loss, and emotional dysregulation.
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Jennifer Wotka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63130 (Online Only)
Working with individuals of all backgrounds as they navigate depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, and difficult life transitions, I combine supportive therapy techniques with evidence-based approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and more.
Are you ready for something different and looking for someone that truly listens and provides a space for you to be yourself without fear of judgement? The foundations of my therapeutic approach are compassion, empathy, and trust. Seeking help for your mental health takes courage, especially when you are struggling. I work collaboratively with clients and utilize a strengths-based approach to help them address their mental health needs, work towards their goals, and live a more fulfilling, meaningful life. Working together, we will explore your unique circumstances to help you make the changes you are seeking.
Working with individuals of all backgrounds as they navigate depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, and difficult life transitions, I combine supportive therapy techniques with evidence-based approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and more.
Are you ready for something different and looking for someone that truly listens and provides a space for you to be yourself without fear of judgement? The foundations of my therapeutic approach are compassion, empathy, and trust. Seeking help for your mental health takes courage, especially when you are struggling. I work collaboratively with clients and utilize a strengths-based approach to help them address their mental health needs, work towards their goals, and live a more fulfilling, meaningful life. Working together, we will explore your unique circumstances to help you make the changes you are seeking.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.