Attachment-based Therapists in Valley Park, MO
Amanda Carr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC CSC, RPT™
Verified Verified
Valley Park, MO 63088
Children, teens and young adults that have experienced trauma, anxiety and depression often have difficulty coping with everyday stressors. School, work and everyday life can be overwhelming whether you are in kindergarten, high school or beyond. By developing healthy interpersonal boundaries, self-esteem and appropriate coping skills they can experience the world around them with confidence and resilience. I will create a genuine therapeutic relationship that will allow me to meet them where they are and provide the additional support, they need to lead successful lives.
Children, teens and young adults that have experienced trauma, anxiety and depression often have difficulty coping with everyday stressors. School, work and everyday life can be overwhelming whether you are in kindergarten, high school or beyond. By developing healthy interpersonal boundaries, self-esteem and appropriate coping skills they can experience the world around them with confidence and resilience. I will create a genuine therapeutic relationship that will allow me to meet them where they are and provide the additional support, they need to lead successful lives.
Kathryn Clayton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Valley Park, MO 63088
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my practice! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I work hard to create a safe space for you to explore your needs and goals. There are often times when we just can't find the "right" words to describe or process what we are going through. As a registered Play Therapist, EMDR trained provider, and ITCT and TFCBT certified counselor, I help you find a way to express yourself that doesn't rely on words alone.
Welcome to my practice! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I work hard to create a safe space for you to explore your needs and goals. There are often times when we just can't find the "right" words to describe or process what we are going through. As a registered Play Therapist, EMDR trained provider, and ITCT and TFCBT certified counselor, I help you find a way to express yourself that doesn't rely on words alone.
Sara Schmitz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valley Park, MO 63088
Currently accepting new clients! After school and evening appointments available! Childhood and young adulthood is a time of great change and growth and often times this can be painful and confusing. There are times when trauma adds to the stress of growing through young adulthood. When these things happen, it can often be helpful to reach out for help.
Currently accepting new clients! After school and evening appointments available! Childhood and young adulthood is a time of great change and growth and often times this can be painful and confusing. There are times when trauma adds to the stress of growing through young adulthood. When these things happen, it can often be helpful to reach out for help.
Courtney Kempker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Valley Park, MO 63088 (Online Only)
Do you have struggles in relationships or have a trauma history that is still impacting you? I can help you to break out of unhealthy patterns and cope and integrate negative experiences in positive ways. I can help clients to have healthier relationships, a stronger sense of self, better ways to cope with and manage symptoms, and to resolve unprocessed trauma. Achieving these goals means experiencing a higher quality of life. My ideal client is also able to be open minded in exploring their emotions in psychosomatic ways through interventions like brain spotting.
Do you have struggles in relationships or have a trauma history that is still impacting you? I can help you to break out of unhealthy patterns and cope and integrate negative experiences in positive ways. I can help clients to have healthier relationships, a stronger sense of self, better ways to cope with and manage symptoms, and to resolve unprocessed trauma. Achieving these goals means experiencing a higher quality of life. My ideal client is also able to be open minded in exploring their emotions in psychosomatic ways through interventions like brain spotting.
Have open availability for in-person and virtual sessions. Sliding scale and some insurance; can be weekly or every other week sessions. My goals are to give clients and their families tools, and offer genuine support in daily and/or lifelong struggles. My belief is that change is possible for anyone, but the client and their loved ones need to have an open mind, and believe in love and support. Getting out of your comfort zone is a guarantee, and therapy is the first step. Therapy helps us make changes that lead to lifelong healthy habits of self care and thriving personal relationships.
Have open availability for in-person and virtual sessions. Sliding scale and some insurance; can be weekly or every other week sessions. My goals are to give clients and their families tools, and offer genuine support in daily and/or lifelong struggles. My belief is that change is possible for anyone, but the client and their loved ones need to have an open mind, and believe in love and support. Getting out of your comfort zone is a guarantee, and therapy is the first step. Therapy helps us make changes that lead to lifelong healthy habits of self care and thriving personal relationships.
Welcome! I'm glad you found your way here! I'm a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals live a life worth living. I hold a PLPC license and am supervised by an LPC. I have been endorsed by the National Board for Certified Counselors. My therapeutic approach is centered around creating a strong therapeutic alliance, practicing unconditional positive regard, empathy, and creating a space where you can feel vulnerable and validated as you work through challenges. I have developed a niche for working with self-harm, mood disorders, personality disorders, and trauma.
Welcome! I'm glad you found your way here! I'm a dedicated therapist with a passion for helping individuals live a life worth living. I hold a PLPC license and am supervised by an LPC. I have been endorsed by the National Board for Certified Counselors. My therapeutic approach is centered around creating a strong therapeutic alliance, practicing unconditional positive regard, empathy, and creating a space where you can feel vulnerable and validated as you work through challenges. I have developed a niche for working with self-harm, mood disorders, personality disorders, and trauma.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri with 14 years experience working in the mental health field. I have been a Mental Health Therapist for the last 4 years and currently offer virtual sessions. I began my career assisting families in their homes. This exposure had a significant influence on how I address treatment. Through a Person-Centered Perspective, I see the treatment process as a partnership. I believe in order to bring about healing, there must be an atmosphere free from judgment, full of respect, encouragement and empathy. This is what I strive for. I borrow from several different treatment
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri with 14 years experience working in the mental health field. I have been a Mental Health Therapist for the last 4 years and currently offer virtual sessions. I began my career assisting families in their homes. This exposure had a significant influence on how I address treatment. Through a Person-Centered Perspective, I see the treatment process as a partnership. I believe in order to bring about healing, there must be an atmosphere free from judgment, full of respect, encouragement and empathy. This is what I strive for. I borrow from several different treatment
Welcome! I offer counseling services for children and adolescents who are struggling with emotional regulation, anxious thoughts, peer relationships, depression, school related issues, and/or self-esteem in a compassionate and safe environment. Working with kiddos is my specialty and passion! I am a former teacher with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education (birth-3rd grade) and now a counselor with a Masters in Counseling.
Welcome! I offer counseling services for children and adolescents who are struggling with emotional regulation, anxious thoughts, peer relationships, depression, school related issues, and/or self-esteem in a compassionate and safe environment. Working with kiddos is my specialty and passion! I am a former teacher with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education (birth-3rd grade) and now a counselor with a Masters in Counseling.
Julie has 20 plus years of clinical experience, with her main focus being the effective treatment of PTSD. Julie has provided therapy to combat Veterans as well as Veterans struggling with trauma due to military sexual trauma for over 13 years. Julie values the process of building trust, rapport and safety with her clients, as this is the bedrock of the therapeutic relationship. Julie is certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for PTSD.
Julie has 20 plus years of clinical experience, with her main focus being the effective treatment of PTSD. Julie has provided therapy to combat Veterans as well as Veterans struggling with trauma due to military sexual trauma for over 13 years. Julie values the process of building trust, rapport and safety with her clients, as this is the bedrock of the therapeutic relationship. Julie is certified in Prolonged Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for PTSD.
Cheri Pierce
Licensed Professional Counselor, RN, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63021
Are you troubled by negative or distressing thoughts & memories from the past or present? Have you experienced a trauma? Perhaps you find yourself "overreacting" to minor or non-incidents. Do others say you're "too sensitive"? Maybe you have lost someone or something and you're finding it difficult to move forward. You are in a battle to reclaim you're stability, freedom, joy, self-confidence, self-worth, self-control, or even a part of yourself. Somehow you have lost your way & you would give just about anything to get back to how life used to be. Or maybe you desire something even better than before. . . .
Are you troubled by negative or distressing thoughts & memories from the past or present? Have you experienced a trauma? Perhaps you find yourself "overreacting" to minor or non-incidents. Do others say you're "too sensitive"? Maybe you have lost someone or something and you're finding it difficult to move forward. You are in a battle to reclaim you're stability, freedom, joy, self-confidence, self-worth, self-control, or even a part of yourself. Somehow you have lost your way & you would give just about anything to get back to how life used to be. Or maybe you desire something even better than before. . . .
Patrice Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Ballwin, MO 63021 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Patrice Robinson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) I have served the community for over 10 years. I am passionate about serving individuals on their holistic journey. I focus on using the attachment base to support and learn to integrate your Faith through the struggles of life experiences. As a child, I had watched people from all aspects of life with different experiences, which led me on my journey. I have been fascinated by the brain and human behavior my entire life. My driver is how highly motivated by being a change advocator with a holistic lens.
Hi! I'm Patrice Robinson. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) I have served the community for over 10 years. I am passionate about serving individuals on their holistic journey. I focus on using the attachment base to support and learn to integrate your Faith through the struggles of life experiences. As a child, I had watched people from all aspects of life with different experiences, which led me on my journey. I have been fascinated by the brain and human behavior my entire life. My driver is how highly motivated by being a change advocator with a holistic lens.
I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor in 5 states. I hold a Masters in Clinical Counseling and a double emphasis in both Marriage, Couple, and Family and in Child and Adolescent Mental Health. I am also a Registered Play Therapist and Certified Trauma Professional. I specialize in those who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, PTSD, family concerns, and much more. I also offer life coaching. If you are navigating these concerns I offer individualized treatment plans that are set around your goals.
I am a fully Licensed Professional Counselor in 5 states. I hold a Masters in Clinical Counseling and a double emphasis in both Marriage, Couple, and Family and in Child and Adolescent Mental Health. I am also a Registered Play Therapist and Certified Trauma Professional. I specialize in those who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, PTSD, family concerns, and much more. I also offer life coaching. If you are navigating these concerns I offer individualized treatment plans that are set around your goals.
Jama Anthony-Petter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballwin, MO 63011
Hello! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I work hard to create a safe space for you to explore your needs and goals. My goal is to always assist you with your life journeys and help you find the fulfillment you are seeking to find & grow more confident in making positive changes within your life. I specialize in anxiety disorders, trauma, and grief and loss and the life transitions that occur in the seasons of our lives.
Hello! I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I work hard to create a safe space for you to explore your needs and goals. My goal is to always assist you with your life journeys and help you find the fulfillment you are seeking to find & grow more confident in making positive changes within your life. I specialize in anxiety disorders, trauma, and grief and loss and the life transitions that occur in the seasons of our lives.
Do you have intense or overwhelming emotions, feeling stressed or just “stuck” in life? While we all try to do the best we can to problem solve and manage life stressors, sometimes what we’ve been doing is no longer working for us. I can help you untangle strong emotions and thoughts by balancing the “see-saw” of acceptance of what won't change in life while also empowering you to use new skills to change. In doing so, we identify unhelpful behaviors that are no longer serving a purpose and work toward more healthy behaviors that are relevant to your goals to figure out the problems in your life.
Do you have intense or overwhelming emotions, feeling stressed or just “stuck” in life? While we all try to do the best we can to problem solve and manage life stressors, sometimes what we’ve been doing is no longer working for us. I can help you untangle strong emotions and thoughts by balancing the “see-saw” of acceptance of what won't change in life while also empowering you to use new skills to change. In doing so, we identify unhelpful behaviors that are no longer serving a purpose and work toward more healthy behaviors that are relevant to your goals to figure out the problems in your life.
Grace Copeland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, MO 63021
Hi there! I am so glad you have stumbled on my profile. It is brave to take this first step towards getting some help. It is my absolute joy to walk with people as they go through the toughest parts of their life. I like to meet each person exactly where they are, listen and give practical tools to help them in the moment while also exploring the roots of the issue.
Hi there! I am so glad you have stumbled on my profile. It is brave to take this first step towards getting some help. It is my absolute joy to walk with people as they go through the toughest parts of their life. I like to meet each person exactly where they are, listen and give practical tools to help them in the moment while also exploring the roots of the issue.
I am here to put you at ease and truly listen as you share your own experiences of grief, loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and/or learning a work-life balance. As each person has a unique story, I will listen and provide feedback and support. We will navigate your journey together. I use a variety of approaches including a Strength-Based therapeutic approach, Narrative Therapy, Companioning model, and Interpersonal Therapy.
I am here to put you at ease and truly listen as you share your own experiences of grief, loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and/or learning a work-life balance. As each person has a unique story, I will listen and provide feedback and support. We will navigate your journey together. I use a variety of approaches including a Strength-Based therapeutic approach, Narrative Therapy, Companioning model, and Interpersonal Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have a background working with all ages and nearly all diagnoses. I am eclectic in nature and pull from the most relevant theoretical orientation for the presenting concern. I predominantly foster a person-center approach, yet have vast experience with cognitive-behavioral therapy. I have worked in the prison institution and community. I have worked with ages 2-80.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have a background working with all ages and nearly all diagnoses. I am eclectic in nature and pull from the most relevant theoretical orientation for the presenting concern. I predominantly foster a person-center approach, yet have vast experience with cognitive-behavioral therapy. I have worked in the prison institution and community. I have worked with ages 2-80.
Seeking therapeutic services requires courage and vulnerability. As your therapist, I am committed to honoring who you are as a human being by providing a safe and supportive environment. Together, we will identify what you need to thrive. Professionally, I'm an LCSW with over a decade of experience in providing clinical services to adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief. I am particularly knowledgeable in navigating those challenges as it relates to the impact of a chronic or terminal health condition.
Seeking therapeutic services requires courage and vulnerability. As your therapist, I am committed to honoring who you are as a human being by providing a safe and supportive environment. Together, we will identify what you need to thrive. Professionally, I'm an LCSW with over a decade of experience in providing clinical services to adults experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief. I am particularly knowledgeable in navigating those challenges as it relates to the impact of a chronic or terminal health condition.
Do you find yourself repeating the same cycles and behaviors, feeling out of control or victim to your circumstances? Feeling seemingly unable to think, behave, or choose differently? Are you ready to commit and invest in yourself and regain control? These powerful cycles that consume us indicate something important - we as human beings are driven to repeat what we have not resolved. Pervasive and unaddressed emotions are often the culprit of these vicious cycles, demanding to be tended to and released so the system can function more in health.
Do you find yourself repeating the same cycles and behaviors, feeling out of control or victim to your circumstances? Feeling seemingly unable to think, behave, or choose differently? Are you ready to commit and invest in yourself and regain control? These powerful cycles that consume us indicate something important - we as human beings are driven to repeat what we have not resolved. Pervasive and unaddressed emotions are often the culprit of these vicious cycles, demanding to be tended to and released so the system can function more in health.
You are allowed to take care of yourself and be your first priority. You don't have to wait until you're struggling, exhausted or burnt out to tend to your wellbeing. Self care is a prevention strategy. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, anger or trauma that effects your health or relationships. Lets spark change in a safe space by healing wounds, uncovering patterns that no longer serve you, and explore how history impacts the present. You have the ability to adjust the lens through which you view the world and yourself. Your life challenges are opportunities for growth and learning.
You are allowed to take care of yourself and be your first priority. You don't have to wait until you're struggling, exhausted or burnt out to tend to your wellbeing. Self care is a prevention strategy. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, anger or trauma that effects your health or relationships. Lets spark change in a safe space by healing wounds, uncovering patterns that no longer serve you, and explore how history impacts the present. You have the ability to adjust the lens through which you view the world and yourself. Your life challenges are opportunities for growth and learning.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.