Therapists in Springfield, MO

It turns out, being a person is actually pretty hard sometimes! Struggling with relationships or intense feelings? Feeling lost or lonely? Whether you're ready to start exploring yourself more deeply or wish to learn to better connect with others, therapy is a great place to begin practicing. Most of my clients struggle with complex trauma or overwhelm, and are searching for help in better knowing and caring for themselves. I also enjoy working with those that may be neurodiverse (ADHD, Autism, BPD, OCD, etc.)

Gen is a licensed professional counselor with extensive experience in grief work (all ages) and counseling teens. Regardless of age or specific concern, Gen will provide you with a safe & supportive space to navigate your journey. With empathy and compassion, she will help you process your emotions, honor your unique experience, & find healing along the way.

I am passionate about educating clients and helping them rebuild their relationships with their bodies and food. I am adept at getting to the root of problems and helping clients develop effective coping skills for different life situations, triggers, and traumas.

Life can be difficult in a variety of ways and deciding to seek mental health support can be daunting. I aim to meet you where you are at in life and be present alongside you on your journey. Whatever path you are on, I am here to offer support along the way. I hope to help my clients reach empowerment to make positive changes in their lives. I believe in the abilities humans hold inside and find it important to validate their experience. Asking for support is a sign of real strength and reinforces the value of human connection. My belief is that the therapeutic process leads one to adapt, transform, accept, and grow within oneself.

My primary focus is serving: 1) Clients who are wanting to reprocess their traumatic memories utilizing EMDR and/or sandtray therapy, 2) Gay and lesbian identified clients, 3) Gender diverse clients (i.e. transgender, gender-fluid, genderqueer, gender-nonconforming, gender non-binary, etc), 4) Individuals who are exploring their sexual and/or gender identities, 5) Clients who are exploring and/or deconstructing their religious identities, and 6) Couples who are seeking a structured approach to therapy utilizing the Gottman method.

Life is hard. We all hit rough patches and we don’t always know where to turn. Whether we are experiencing anxiety, life changes, relationship problems, postpartum mental health changes, or just life happening, we all need someone. That’s where I come in. I aim to help adults ranging from young adults to those that are in their golden years to find their calm and focus on growth and healing. Through focusing on person-centered individual or couples counseling my goal is to help you to navigate the rough waters of life, to find peace in the chaos, and to find hope in the heartache.

I can help you to calm your mind, relax your body, nourish and honor your spirit... Release mental and emotional patterns and blockages that are inhibiting your growth and well-being. Through true acceptance, listening and understanding, I can help you find peace, love and joy... in this process you can heal trauma, enhance your creativity, and experience optimum performance in all aspects of your life and relationships. Join me now in creating a healthy and thriving relationship with yourself and with others. Enjoy being alone, enjoy being with others, enjoy being yourself. Be content and fulfilled!

Are you frustrated in a relationship? Are you exhausted from the emotional roller coaster you are experiencing but don't know to make it stop? You do not have to navigate the struggle alone. An outsider's support and feedback can lead to new possibilities for change and hope. I want to hear your story and help you discover that life can be good even when difficult. I connect well with clients as I bring experience, knowledge, and true care into sessions in a direct but supportive way. There is peace and hope to be found. Relationships can improve. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction do not have to control your life.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide support to individuals who are navigating the complexities of life. My passion lies in assisting those who feel overwhelmed by pornography, men who are seeking to express themselves better, and individuals struggling with the death or loss of a loved one.

My reason for being a counselor is to help people understand and heal from their past and/or current pain and to learn coping strategies to manage future pain. People and relationships can be complex and full of both positive and negative emotions, including some that are painful. The ability to feel them, learn from them, and express them to others allows us to live more engaged and meaningful lives. It is rewarding to be able to support people as they go through the process of self-exploration.

I have over 28 years of experience working with Individuals struggling with depression, trauma, anxiety, marital difficulties and family stressors. My goal is to help people find symptom relief and a life path that they find fulfilling.

I am deeply committed to supporting individuals in processing and healing from past trauma. I understand the profound impact that unresolved wounds can have on one's emotional well-being, relationships, and overall success. Utilizing evidence-based practices, I walk alongside my clients to help guide them toward healing, empowerment, and reclaiming a sense of control over their lives.

“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” ― Eleanor Roosevelt

I am a LCSW and have been working with individuals and couples since 2007. I love creating a therapeutic space where people feel heard and accepted. My favorite part of my work is helping people understand themselves and their reactions so they can more fully embrace who they are. I also enjoy giving people practical tools to help them regulate their nervous system and feel less stressed. I am EMDR trained and Heart Math certified. The treatment approaches I use are individualized to each person, and I focus on creating a therapeutic relationship where you feel accepted and valued. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.

Are you looking for care that goes beyond a surface level coping skill or quick fix, but rather care that will give rise to deep and lasting transformation? If so, I can help. Are you hoping not just to learn how to stop fighting and communicate better with your partner, but to also feel deeply seen, known, and connected in your relationship? If so, I can help. Are you looking for a therapist that sees you as more than just another client, but rather cares to get to know you for the unique and unrepeatable person you are? I can help with that too.

Are you struggling to maintain your emotional health due to a specific life situation, unhealthy lifestyle or medical health issue? This is not uncommon, and the fact is you are not alone. Many people have the desire to make a positive change; however lack knowledge, guidance, or the tools needed to do so. Others may require motivation for behavior change or support in a challenging season. Regardless of your particular circumstance and needs, we can work together to make your goals a reality. I provide therapy and psychological evaluations/testing. Non denominational Christian Counseling based on the Bible is offered as requested.

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and relationships like a constant struggle. We have a knowledge that it wasn’t meant to be this way and feel compelled to take the first steps toward wholeness but sometimes don’t know where to begin. Through compassion and empathy, I partner with clients to begin their healing journey. I seek first to understand their story, providing a safe and secure place to process the pain. It is my core belief that no problem is too messy and no challenging situation is without hope.

Imagine something more than just overcoming obstacles; imagine connecting with your true self and realizing your limitless potential. Think of therapy as a journey starting in a safe space where your thoughts and feelings are welcomed without judgment. Find peace in gaining direction, like a compass guiding you through life's ups and downs. Let me support you in embracing your strengths and recognizing your vulnerabilities. Let's start this journey together—making sense of the ups and downs and building a path toward a more fulfilled you.

There are several reasons why people feel stuck in their life story that prevent them from growing into the person they want to become... A past that continues to return to the present, patterns that are unbreakable alone, major life changes, uncontrollable circumstances, feelings of shame - the list goes on. I love working with clients looking to improve themselves, their relationships, and learn to face their struggles.