Reality Therapy in Saint Louis, MO
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Dr. Ryan Liberati
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPT-S, M-RAS, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63118
Thank you for your interest. My ideal client is motivated for change and open to exploring more about themselves. I use a more direct style of counseling that heavily incorporates aspects of choice theory, reality therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my adult clients make real changes in their lives. For children, I utilize evidence-based directive and non-directive play therapy approaches, depending upon the child's unique psychosocial needs.
Thank you for your interest. My ideal client is motivated for change and open to exploring more about themselves. I use a more direct style of counseling that heavily incorporates aspects of choice theory, reality therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my adult clients make real changes in their lives. For children, I utilize evidence-based directive and non-directive play therapy approaches, depending upon the child's unique psychosocial needs.
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Jaclyn Pickowitz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63105
Waitlist for new clients
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to target and reconstruct negative thought patterns, Reality Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients reach a specific goal while focusing on their unique strengths & potential.
Hi! First of all, I'm so glad you've found yourself here, taking a very important step: looking for help, exploring what therapy could be for you, self-identifying your needs. I recognize that each person may need something different in their therapy experience. I believe that YOU are the expert on your life, your relationships, your experiences. I am simply another human sitting across from you (in a safe, neutral, comfortable space) trained to assist, validate, and empower you. I deeply value and prioritize a genuine relationship with each client, where clients can find solace, unconditional support, trust, and empowerment.
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to target and reconstruct negative thought patterns, Reality Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients reach a specific goal while focusing on their unique strengths & potential.
Hi! First of all, I'm so glad you've found yourself here, taking a very important step: looking for help, exploring what therapy could be for you, self-identifying your needs. I recognize that each person may need something different in their therapy experience. I believe that YOU are the expert on your life, your relationships, your experiences. I am simply another human sitting across from you (in a safe, neutral, comfortable space) trained to assist, validate, and empower you. I deeply value and prioritize a genuine relationship with each client, where clients can find solace, unconditional support, trust, and empowerment.
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Ay'anna Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63138 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, humanistic, and psychodynamic.
Im a licensed Mental Health therapist in Missouri with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clts with a range of concerns such as depression , anxiety, relationships, self esteem, abuse , and career concerns. I have worked with many other diagnosis and concerns , however those were just to name a few. My therapy style is empathic, genuine, and honest. My fellow therapist gave me the nick name of the rapport building therapist because I have a way of connecting with my clients that draws them into trusting the process.
My approach is a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, humanistic, and psychodynamic.
Im a licensed Mental Health therapist in Missouri with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clts with a range of concerns such as depression , anxiety, relationships, self esteem, abuse , and career concerns. I have worked with many other diagnosis and concerns , however those were just to name a few. My therapy style is empathic, genuine, and honest. My fellow therapist gave me the nick name of the rapport building therapist because I have a way of connecting with my clients that draws them into trusting the process.
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Camille McCormack
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63129
Are you scared of what’s to come? Do you sometimes feel lonely, confused? Maybe unheard or misunderstood. Perhaps it’s a transitional time in your life. Have you lost someone (or something) dear to you? Do you have a decision to make but don’t quite know how to launch? A counselor can be a resource to help you through these adjustments. A set of ears, a sounding board... Whether there’s difficulty with interpersonal relationships you need to further explore, or challenges with current situations you suspect stem from your past, let's explore and navigate
Are you scared of what’s to come? Do you sometimes feel lonely, confused? Maybe unheard or misunderstood. Perhaps it’s a transitional time in your life. Have you lost someone (or something) dear to you? Do you have a decision to make but don’t quite know how to launch? A counselor can be a resource to help you through these adjustments. A set of ears, a sounding board... Whether there’s difficulty with interpersonal relationships you need to further explore, or challenges with current situations you suspect stem from your past, let's explore and navigate
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Amanda Schuermann Ellie Mental Health Concord Mo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63128
Welcome to Ellie Mental Health in South County. I have experience working with the LGBTQIA+ individuals, post traumatic stress disorders, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, self harm behaviors, suicidal ideation and attempts, schizophrenia, schizoaffective, boarderline personality disorder, and substance use disorders. I provide a safe space for individuals in the therapeutic setting.
Welcome to Ellie Mental Health in South County. I have experience working with the LGBTQIA+ individuals, post traumatic stress disorders, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, self harm behaviors, suicidal ideation and attempts, schizophrenia, schizoaffective, boarderline personality disorder, and substance use disorders. I provide a safe space for individuals in the therapeutic setting.
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Transforming Lives Counseling Service, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63101 (Online Only)
At some point in life we all encounter a challenge, struggle or obstacle that may cause us to stumble or fall short of our dreams or expectations. We have a difficult time discerning the next step we should take and are confused by the many different opinions and influences of others. It is in these times that help from a professional counselor may be in order to aid in getting back or getting to the life we deserve. My name is Roshanda Neal and I am passionate about helping you to become victorious as you strive towards living your best life.
At some point in life we all encounter a challenge, struggle or obstacle that may cause us to stumble or fall short of our dreams or expectations. We have a difficult time discerning the next step we should take and are confused by the many different opinions and influences of others. It is in these times that help from a professional counselor may be in order to aid in getting back or getting to the life we deserve. My name is Roshanda Neal and I am passionate about helping you to become victorious as you strive towards living your best life.
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Ronald Laney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63139
If you’ve been longing to develop a deeper understanding of self and others in the context of a more longterm, intimate therapeutic relationship—one in which you are free and encouraged to be your authentic self, we may very well be a good fit. I’m certified in existential-humanistic therapy from the Existential-Humanistic Institute in California, and while I do incorporate other modalities of therapy, I take a predominantly philosophical approach, focusing on the human condition and how we might best navigate a variety of existential concerns that may hinder us from living fully—engaging in self-sabotage for example.
If you’ve been longing to develop a deeper understanding of self and others in the context of a more longterm, intimate therapeutic relationship—one in which you are free and encouraged to be your authentic self, we may very well be a good fit. I’m certified in existential-humanistic therapy from the Existential-Humanistic Institute in California, and while I do incorporate other modalities of therapy, I take a predominantly philosophical approach, focusing on the human condition and how we might best navigate a variety of existential concerns that may hinder us from living fully—engaging in self-sabotage for example.
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Alicia Michelle Collier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63101 (Online Only)
Vision: To help individuals, children, teenagers, parents, and families discover other alternatives to unhealthy behaviors. Values: Honesty, Empowerment, and Respect
Vision: To help individuals, children, teenagers, parents, and families discover other alternatives to unhealthy behaviors. Values: Honesty, Empowerment, and Respect
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Tracy M Schamburg
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63141
I have been in the counseling field for thirty years, private practice for twenty. I have an outstanding track record helping struggling couples. I am relatable and directive. I work well with men, women and adolescents. I have a book series on Amazon: The Common Sense Guide to Repairing Your Marriage; The Common Sense Guide to Landing on Your Feet; The Common Sense Guide to the 12 Days of Christmas. Check these out and you will definitely get an idea of my style and approach. People come in to counseling for results, and I work hard to provide them.
I have been in the counseling field for thirty years, private practice for twenty. I have an outstanding track record helping struggling couples. I am relatable and directive. I work well with men, women and adolescents. I have a book series on Amazon: The Common Sense Guide to Repairing Your Marriage; The Common Sense Guide to Landing on Your Feet; The Common Sense Guide to the 12 Days of Christmas. Check these out and you will definitely get an idea of my style and approach. People come in to counseling for results, and I work hard to provide them.
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Do you want to live a happier and healthier life? Talking to an experienced, qualified therapist can help. I treat adults, teens, couples, and families seeking relief from depression, anxiety, grief, addiction,and mood disorders. We all work strive towards happiness, but we sometimes get stuck in pattern from the past and live with anxiety about the future. You don't have to suffer alone.
Do you want to live a happier and healthier life? Talking to an experienced, qualified therapist can help. I treat adults, teens, couples, and families seeking relief from depression, anxiety, grief, addiction,and mood disorders. We all work strive towards happiness, but we sometimes get stuck in pattern from the past and live with anxiety about the future. You don't have to suffer alone.
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Betsey Pope
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63127 (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients! My focus is helping adults who feel anxiety, overwhelm, burn out, or depression; who are struggling through life transitions and relationships, stress, or with negative feelings about themselves. I work with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and self-esteem issues. I also enjoy working with late-recognized Autism in adults. I cannot diagnose Autism.
Currently accepting new clients! My focus is helping adults who feel anxiety, overwhelm, burn out, or depression; who are struggling through life transitions and relationships, stress, or with negative feelings about themselves. I work with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and self-esteem issues. I also enjoy working with late-recognized Autism in adults. I cannot diagnose Autism.
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Kela Woods is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with over 10 years experience in Behavioral Health & Social Services. She obtained a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Lindenwood University in St. Charles Missouri. Kela’s work experience includes mental health assessments, diagnosing, treatment planning, referrals, crisis intervention and de-escalation. As a therapist Kela is here to listen, to validate, and to provide support in a safe and non-judgemental setting. Kela’s counseling style is warm, empathetic, and client-centered.
Kela Woods is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with over 10 years experience in Behavioral Health & Social Services. She obtained a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Lindenwood University in St. Charles Missouri. Kela’s work experience includes mental health assessments, diagnosing, treatment planning, referrals, crisis intervention and de-escalation. As a therapist Kela is here to listen, to validate, and to provide support in a safe and non-judgemental setting. Kela’s counseling style is warm, empathetic, and client-centered.
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The past few years have undoubtedly taken a toll on people, and families' emotional and mental health. The effects are evident, but not irreversible. Circumstances have changed our mood, how we react, interact and cope with the world and those around us. Family, intimate, personal, and work relationships have been affected. Coping skills that have worked in the past, may no longer serve us well, and could be hindering our overall health, happiness, contentment and wellbeing.
The past few years have undoubtedly taken a toll on people, and families' emotional and mental health. The effects are evident, but not irreversible. Circumstances have changed our mood, how we react, interact and cope with the world and those around us. Family, intimate, personal, and work relationships have been affected. Coping skills that have worked in the past, may no longer serve us well, and could be hindering our overall health, happiness, contentment and wellbeing.
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Erick Kenneth French
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACHT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63123
I like to work with people who are internally motivated to learn and grow and desire to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. Whatever challenges they are facing I want them to know that working with me will at some point mean paying attention to and allowing themselves to feel their feelings. A conscious relationship with self is had through attending to the feelings we have about ourselves. Understanding feelings will be essential in generating improved self-awareness and a sense of personal integrity.
I like to work with people who are internally motivated to learn and grow and desire to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. Whatever challenges they are facing I want them to know that working with me will at some point mean paying attention to and allowing themselves to feel their feelings. A conscious relationship with self is had through attending to the feelings we have about ourselves. Understanding feelings will be essential in generating improved self-awareness and a sense of personal integrity.
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Are you facing challenges in life? Or grappling with past traumas without a glimpse of light at the end of the tunnel? You don't have to go through it alone. I'm Kim Davis, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri who guides clients through challenging times.
Are you facing challenges in life? Or grappling with past traumas without a glimpse of light at the end of the tunnel? You don't have to go through it alone. I'm Kim Davis, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri who guides clients through challenging times.
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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 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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2023 is your game changer year! In this world, Black and Brown people experience trauma and oppression daily. This constant stress impacts the way you feel and causes anxiety or depression. You need support from someone who understands your cultural experiences. Now, you can have support from someone who appreciates your pain and suffering because they have had their own struggles to overcome. Well, you do not have to look any further. We would love to provide you the mental health support you need. Remember, we are providing services in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas. You belong here!
2023 is your game changer year! In this world, Black and Brown people experience trauma and oppression daily. This constant stress impacts the way you feel and causes anxiety or depression. You need support from someone who understands your cultural experiences. Now, you can have support from someone who appreciates your pain and suffering because they have had their own struggles to overcome. Well, you do not have to look any further. We would love to provide you the mental health support you need. Remember, we are providing services in Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas. You belong here!
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Norinee Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63108
My Ideal client is you! I work well with varies populations to ensure understanding, empathy and process in all my sessions.
My Ideal client is you! I work well with varies populations to ensure understanding, empathy and process in all my sessions.
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Michael J DiBernardo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63124
My therapy practice focuses on helping clients cope with and overcome challenges through providing the guidance and tools to move forward in life. My goal is for clients to feel that they have improved self-esteem, improved mood, motivation to work and participate in daily responsibilities, achieve their goals, form and strengthen their relationships, and integrate the past into the present. I have experience with children and adolescents, families in need of a change or a new set of skills, chronic mental illness inclusive of mood disorders, persistent anxiety and depression, and substance abuse disorders.
My therapy practice focuses on helping clients cope with and overcome challenges through providing the guidance and tools to move forward in life. My goal is for clients to feel that they have improved self-esteem, improved mood, motivation to work and participate in daily responsibilities, achieve their goals, form and strengthen their relationships, and integrate the past into the present. I have experience with children and adolescents, families in need of a change or a new set of skills, chronic mental illness inclusive of mood disorders, persistent anxiety and depression, and substance abuse disorders.
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Are you unhappy with yourself? When alone your mind race, you question who you are & nothing makes you happy, ready to be healed from trauma. If you’re ready to find happiness within yourself, learn about how self care is connected & affects your self love, self esteem, self acceptance and self awareness, then you are in the right place.
Are you unhappy with yourself? When alone your mind race, you question who you are & nothing makes you happy, ready to be healed from trauma. If you’re ready to find happiness within yourself, learn about how self care is connected & affects your self love, self esteem, self acceptance and self awareness, then you are in the right place.
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Reality Therapy
Is reality therapy evidence-based?
Reality therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapies. However, some research does indicate that reality therapy might be helpful for people with addiction, and may be effective in treating social anxiety in young people.
How long does reality therapy last?
Reality therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Reality therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of reality therapy long after treatment has ended.
Does reality therapy work?
Reality therapy can help a person manage concerns such as eating disorders, addiction, substance use, anxiety, phobias, and relationship difficulties. This type of therapy encourages a person to be accountable for their behaviors. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure. Reality therapy can be useful in one-on-one therapy or in group sessions. This method may be used with children, families, and adults.
What are the limitations of reality therapy?
This therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the therapist focuses on choices made by the individual in the present day. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over others. This format may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every client.