Parenting Therapists in Saint Louis, MO

We all go through times in our lives when we feel lost and overwhelmed. In our individually focused therapy sessions we will work together to gain insight into your current struggles. I want you to feel safe and comfortable so that real change can be made. When a person feels safe, they are able to be open and honest about their feelings.

I work with adults, adolescents, and children. Often, as adults, we find ourselves stuck. You keep trying, yet things aren’t getting better. Usually, this means you have developed a self-limiting belief. Let’s talk. Together we can identify the root of the issue, develop new core beliefs, and create a plan to develop a more fulfilling life. Children and adolescents need a safe space and a person that accepts them for who they truly are, so they can express themselves openly. I focus on helping them see their true worth to enhance their growth and development, while teaching them skills to express emotions and cope with stressors.

As a clinical social worker/registered play therapist, I work with children ages 3-9 and their families. I primarily use Child Centered Play Therapy and I am also trained in Theraplay, SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) and Trauma-Focused CBT. Click on "website" below my picture to see more about me.

Do you find yourself caught between moments of joy and love, yet overwhelmed and adrift? Are you grappling with guilt as you navigate what should be a joyful time? Does your toddler's behavior make you feel like you are boiling over? The "what if's" of motherhood are keeping you on edge? Regardless what stage of motherhood you're in, together, we will ride the waves of motherhood with ease, grace, & confidence. For more information, visit wavesofmotherhood.com.

Are you struggling with the challenges of parenting or managing a chronic illness? Both can leave us feeling overwhelmed, but there is hope for positive change. For parents: I help you understand how your past impacts your parenting, develop new strategies, and strengthen your parent-child bond. Together, we'll address issues like repeating unwanted patterns, feeling triggered by your child's behavior, or doubting your parenting abilities. For those with chronic illness: I assist in developing coping strategies, improving self-advocacy skills, and finding ways to live a fulfilling life despite health challenges.

Hello! I'm McCoy and an AutPlay Certified Therapist. I work with Neurodivergent children (ADHD, Autistic, Dyslexic, etc.) and their families. When I work with Neurodivergent kids, my job is not to change their brain but to work with them to help kids become their best selves. I have experience working with a variety of client challenges, including big emotional outbursts, social isolation, high discipline at school, self injurious behavior, and parent overwhelm. My demeanor is calm and validating. I aim to make a space for everybody and every kind of human struggle. You and your child are welcome here.

Being human is difficult! Committing to counseling provides viable options to the struggles you face. As you grow in your understanding of yourself and your world, you will begin to find that you have more choices than you thought possible — real alternatives to being defeated, becoming numb, or simply being trapped in knee-jerk patterns and reactions. Growth in this way does require trust and vulnerability, but not just from you — from both of us! My deepest hope is to be a compassionate collaborator and a source of safety and insight as you make small steps towards big change.

Life gets hard and sometimes we just need a little support. Together, we will work through the obstacles have come your way. You deserve to live your life to the fullest and you don't have to face the challenges of life alone.

People seek therapy for variety of reasons, ranging from difficulties with a specific life event or a general pursuit for greater purpose and connectedness. Psychotherapy offers an arena for self exploration unlike any other and can prove to be a profoundly moving experience. I work with individuals affected by trauma, difficulties in relationships, depression/post-partum depression, infertility, adoption, parenting, struggles in cultural adaptation and immigration, identity, self-esteem, sexuality, etc. Often I find that the most meaningful change comes from those who are open and willing to engage in the journey. The change you seek comes from you and will be our guiding force.

Your relationship with yourself is reflected in interactions with family, friends, colleagues, professional life and your worldview. How do you seek, expect and provide attunement to yourself and important others? Often unrecognized inter-generational relational themes play a part in the manner by which one seeks connection. Attachment and relational patterns meant to gain closeness can mean one feels known & accepted or invisible & rejected. You can learn to listen to yourself with open-minded curiosity in order to identify your relational style, understanding how it supports or hinders you in life.

Bud to Bloom Play Therapy is a place for the whole family to play, grow and heal! Is your child's behavior challenging of difficult to understand? Are you unsure how to help your child after a trauma or big life transition? We support children, families and parents healing from trauma, attachment disruptions and many of life's other challenges . We specialize in trauma, big behaviors and adoptive and foster families. We believe the powers of play can help build connection, regulation and allow for emotional expression. Whether you are a caregiver looking for therapy for your child, your family or yourself we're happy to help!

You're a mom, expecting or new, determined to parent differently than you were raised. Negative beliefs about yourself and "what ifs" seem never-ending. Fear and anxiety over repeating old patterns spiral around your brain and body and cause you to overthink decisions and disconnect. Resistance and misunderstanding from family members cause you to shut down, and feel shame, and guilt. Unsolicited advice from family feels overwhelming. You feel judged and confused! Self-care is more important than ever when you forge new paths as a woman and mother. You deeply want to let go of this pain and worry and forge a new path for yourself .

Whether you are a teen struggling with friendships and social media, a young person about to graduate from college and fraught with anxiety about your next transition, the parent of a young person wondering how best to help them grow or someone looking for change and not sure where to start, know that there is help available in a compassionate and understanding space. At Artemis Counseling, our goal is to empower teens, parents and families who often come to us during a time of transition, to move through life’s transitions and soar.

Maybe you’ve been trying to “busy” yourself out of feeling anxious and angry, or still feel like you’re not good enough despite all you’ve accomplished and everything you do for those around you. It feels like if you can’t be “perfect” 100% of the time, it means you’re a failure. You sometimes look up from the endless items on your to-do list and wonder, “How did I get here?” The feelings of overwhelm, frustration, and disappointment in yourself or your ability to show up the way you want for the people you care about—those all stem from somewhere in your past. And more than that, they’re a sign that it’s time to make a change.

Ashley Patek is an occupational therapist, certified parent and life coach, Empathic Witnessing practitioner, and the founder of Doing Better Conscious Parenting, a nurturing community for parents dedicated to breaking punitive generational cycles. Ashley focuses on the whole-parent, whole-child, and whole-family systems to help them regulate their nervous systems, creating safety within the body and home.

Working with kiddos is my absolute passion and a privilege I do not take lightly. In your time with me we will work collaboratively to identify what isn’t working for your child and the family, while empowering your kiddo to help us understand what they need, utilizing various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, as well as Parent Child Interaction Therapy and child centered play therapy.

Humans long for attachment to others, but many struggle to achieve that deep connection. Therapy allows you to unpack yourself. Together, we will heal the wounds from the past to create change in current relationships with kids, your partner, friends, co-workers, and family. My clients are unsatisfied and want to dive deeper into themselves. I offer a safe, trusting relationship so clients can be vulnerable and look inward. During our sessions, I will challenge you to get curious about yourself; by doing that, you will show up within your relationships more connected, authentic, and regulated.

I am extremely passionate about helping those in need and feel it is an honor to be a part of someone's journey through therapy. I truly enjoy supporting others in finding and becoming the very best version of themselves. I think it is important that my clients feel heard and understood and I strive to create a therapeutic environment where my clients can feel safe to be their authentic selves. I have spent the majority of my career working with children, youth, adults, and families in various capacities. I have a strong background in trauma, family dynamics, child development, foster care, adoption, and mental health of all ages.

My name is Kathy Bleitner. I earned my Master of Education in Counseling Degree from the University of Missouri St. Louis and am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri. I have experience working with children and families. I use play therapy with young clients, and incorporate cognitive behavior and person centered therapy with adolescents, teens and adults. I believe that with support, patience, and caring, most problems can be overcome. My clinical experience includes: Therapy for depression and anxiety, stress reduction, parenting challenges, autism, ADD and ADHD, learning issues and effective communication skills.