Female Therapists in Gregory County, SD

Photo of Lesley Atkins, MSW, CSW, PIP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Lesley Atkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW, PIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burke, SD 57523
This includes working with minority groups, women, and individuals that feel powerless in their current life situation.
Life to me is an adventure of ups and downs where everyone has the potential to expand their emotional well-being. Through collaboration with the client, and often times a significant other or family, the therapeutic work done in session can promote a better quality of life.
This includes working with minority groups, women, and individuals that feel powerless in their current life situation.
Life to me is an adventure of ups and downs where everyone has the potential to expand their emotional well-being. Through collaboration with the client, and often times a significant other or family, the therapeutic work done in session can promote a better quality of life.
(605) 307-3079 View (605) 307-3079
Photo of Jennifer Johnson, CSW-PIP, QMHP, LIMHP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Jennifer Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW-PIP, QMHP, LIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burke, SD 57523
If you are trying to manage getting through a traumatic experience, riding the wave of up and down emotions, having relationship conflicts, or just need some assistance with life planning I can help provide direction and healing. I have been trained and enjoy using expertise in areas such as dialectical behavior therapy to assist with emotional regulation, increasing connection to the present moment, managing interpersonal relationships, and getting through crisis situations. I also enjoy using the modality of EMDR (Eye Movement Desentization and Reprocessing) to work on reducing emotions and behaviors related to past trauma.
If you are trying to manage getting through a traumatic experience, riding the wave of up and down emotions, having relationship conflicts, or just need some assistance with life planning I can help provide direction and healing. I have been trained and enjoy using expertise in areas such as dialectical behavior therapy to assist with emotional regulation, increasing connection to the present moment, managing interpersonal relationships, and getting through crisis situations. I also enjoy using the modality of EMDR (Eye Movement Desentization and Reprocessing) to work on reducing emotions and behaviors related to past trauma.
(605) 210-5794 View (605) 210-5794

Online Therapists

Photo of Kelsi Stricherz - True Reflections Counseling & Play Therapy, MS, NCC, LPC, RPT, Counselor
True Reflections Counseling & Play Therapy
Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Huron, SD 57350
In a small community, seeking help can be hard, embarrassing, and even shameful whether it's for you, your spouse, or your children. Do not let the stigma of asking for help hinder you from getting back to the person you want to be. This professional, comfortable, laid-back and private environment focuses on quality connection to support moving you from where you are, to the place you want to be. Life transitions, divorce, trauma, betrayal, personal challenges, loss, or sometimes a strong feeling or worry or sadness that just does not go away can all be reasons that counseling can be helpful.
In a small community, seeking help can be hard, embarrassing, and even shameful whether it's for you, your spouse, or your children. Do not let the stigma of asking for help hinder you from getting back to the person you want to be. This professional, comfortable, laid-back and private environment focuses on quality connection to support moving you from where you are, to the place you want to be. Life transitions, divorce, trauma, betrayal, personal challenges, loss, or sometimes a strong feeling or worry or sadness that just does not go away can all be reasons that counseling can be helpful.
(605) 570-5683 View (605) 570-5683
Photo of Colleen Stegenga, MSW, LCSWPIP, QMHP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Colleen Stegenga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWPIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mitchell, SD 57301
Life can be messy at times for all of us. We can get lost in the chaos and the changes that happen daily. What I can help you do is embrace the chaos, the messiness and learn to focus on the present day. I would love the opportunity to partner with you as you work through life's challenges and develop a new attitude. Have you ever considered that perhaps, you were created for a time like this?
Life can be messy at times for all of us. We can get lost in the chaos and the changes that happen daily. What I can help you do is embrace the chaos, the messiness and learn to focus on the present day. I would love the opportunity to partner with you as you work through life's challenges and develop a new attitude. Have you ever considered that perhaps, you were created for a time like this?
(605) 309-7144 View (605) 309-7144
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Journey To Change Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW-PIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yankton, SD 57078
I have extensive experience working with those suffering from depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, grief, woman issues and geriatrics which will be beneficial to those seeking services.
Seeking mental health services can help an individual learn to cope with the difficulties that occur in one’s life. I will be available to assist you in your mental health needs, learning to manage symptoms causing one discomfort. Mental health therapy, whether individual or couples, is about change and meeting the best needs of those involved.
I have extensive experience working with those suffering from depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, grief, woman issues and geriatrics which will be beneficial to those seeking services.
Seeking mental health services can help an individual learn to cope with the difficulties that occur in one’s life. I will be available to assist you in your mental health needs, learning to manage symptoms causing one discomfort. Mental health therapy, whether individual or couples, is about change and meeting the best needs of those involved.
(605) 655-2098 View (605) 655-2098
Photo of Estelle Johnson, MA, LPC-MH, Counselor
Estelle Johnson
Counselor, MA, LPC-MH
Verified Verified
Yankton, SD 57078
As a licensed professional mental health counselor, I strive to help couples, families and individuals find the resources to work together, communicate and find the harmonious balance that will foster a healthy relationship in a marriage or family setting. Couples and families who are experiencing distress often play the "blame game" and experience difficulty in communication. As a counselor and third party, I strive to help clients listen to each other, find healthy communication techniques, and accept responsibility for their roles in the relationship in turn encouraging love and respect to grow within the family system.
As a licensed professional mental health counselor, I strive to help couples, families and individuals find the resources to work together, communicate and find the harmonious balance that will foster a healthy relationship in a marriage or family setting. Couples and families who are experiencing distress often play the "blame game" and experience difficulty in communication. As a counselor and third party, I strive to help clients listen to each other, find healthy communication techniques, and accept responsibility for their roles in the relationship in turn encouraging love and respect to grow within the family system.
(605) 277-4682 View (605) 277-4682
Photo of Amber L Tucker - Lakeview Counseling, CSW-PIP, QMHP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Lakeview Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW-PIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yankton, SD 57078  (Online Only)
In today's world, therapy is something that is being encouraged for self care. People are dealing with everyday stressors, life changes, and everyone needs support. Whether you are dealing with a new diagnosis, anxiety, depression, adjustments, or just needing someone to talk to, please reach out.
In today's world, therapy is something that is being encouraged for self care. People are dealing with everyday stressors, life changes, and everyone needs support. Whether you are dealing with a new diagnosis, anxiety, depression, adjustments, or just needing someone to talk to, please reach out.
(605) 453-6045 View (605) 453-6045
Photo of Elizabeth Cope, MSW, CSW, QMHP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Elizabeth Cope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mitchell, SD 57301
(605) 640-6775 View (605) 640-6775

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.