Therapists in Aurora, MO
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Elevating Peaceful Practices, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Aurora, MO 65605 (Online Only)
Welcome to your journey of finding peace in your purpose through Mindset Wellness, Counseling, Coaching and Consulting! At Elevating Peaceful Practices our goal is to empower you to navigate through the mess of life. Together we can work on finding your inner harmony, reducing stress, transforming limiting beliefs, calming the mind, fueling the body and finding balance within your spirit. Living life purposefully can keep you focused and fueled toward reaching your goals so that you can take control over your life!
Welcome to your journey of finding peace in your purpose through Mindset Wellness, Counseling, Coaching and Consulting! At Elevating Peaceful Practices our goal is to empower you to navigate through the mess of life. Together we can work on finding your inner harmony, reducing stress, transforming limiting beliefs, calming the mind, fueling the body and finding balance within your spirit. Living life purposefully can keep you focused and fueled toward reaching your goals so that you can take control over your life!
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Lauren Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marionville, MO 65705 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! My name is Lauren Graham and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri. As a therapist, I specialize in working with both children and adults, catering to a diverse range of mental health needs and providing tailored support and interventions to promote well-being and growth. My approach is trauma-informed and through a strengths-based perspective. We will work together to identify your strengths, needs, goals, and motivations for therapy. I believe each person’s journey is unique and the approach to working with them should be too.
Hello and welcome! My name is Lauren Graham and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri. As a therapist, I specialize in working with both children and adults, catering to a diverse range of mental health needs and providing tailored support and interventions to promote well-being and growth. My approach is trauma-informed and through a strengths-based perspective. We will work together to identify your strengths, needs, goals, and motivations for therapy. I believe each person’s journey is unique and the approach to working with them should be too.
Online Therapists
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I love working with couples, teens, and adults. A majority of my practice consists of adults and teens who are suffering from depression, anxiety, or other life struggles. I also love working with couples who need to address: communication, healthy fighting skills, affair recovery, or grief due to the loss of a child or loved one.
I love working with couples, teens, and adults. A majority of my practice consists of adults and teens who are suffering from depression, anxiety, or other life struggles. I also love working with couples who need to address: communication, healthy fighting skills, affair recovery, or grief due to the loss of a child or loved one.
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Pursuing Peace is a non-profit that exist to help people find quality mental health treatment available to help clients deal with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & intimacy related issues. I have worked in social work and ministry as well as tradition therapy, and all these have helped me grow and learn how to better serve my clients. It has been my experience that collaborating with clients to help facilitate healing and growth is empowering and transformative for them. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and peace-filled life and look forward to walking beside you on that journey.
Pursuing Peace is a non-profit that exist to help people find quality mental health treatment available to help clients deal with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & intimacy related issues. I have worked in social work and ministry as well as tradition therapy, and all these have helped me grow and learn how to better serve my clients. It has been my experience that collaborating with clients to help facilitate healing and growth is empowering and transformative for them. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and peace-filled life and look forward to walking beside you on that journey.
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Andi Haygood
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65804
How are you doing? This isn't the typical generic question. Life can be unpredictable. Situations outside of our control occur and can knock us off of our feet. Relationships can be difficult to navigate. Whether it be from past familial trauma, current familial issues, work burnout, chronic diagnoses or terminal illness, issues within the relationship, the struggles of parenting (especially special needs children), traumatic birth experiences, or life transitions, I am here to help you navigate through all of this and more.
How are you doing? This isn't the typical generic question. Life can be unpredictable. Situations outside of our control occur and can knock us off of our feet. Relationships can be difficult to navigate. Whether it be from past familial trauma, current familial issues, work burnout, chronic diagnoses or terminal illness, issues within the relationship, the struggles of parenting (especially special needs children), traumatic birth experiences, or life transitions, I am here to help you navigate through all of this and more.
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Kendra Price
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Springfield, MO 65804 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am part of OCD Associates, a nation-wide private practice specializing in treating individuals with OCD using a combination of Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and psychodynamic approaches. I typically see clients for a 45 minute session weekly or every two weeks via telehealth. I can see any client that is in a PsyPact state. I was trained in ERP through the IOCDF in 2015, and I have completed two intensive psychodynamic programs through the LA Institute and Society for Psychoanalytic Studies (LAISPS) in 2021/22 and the William Alanson White Institute (WAWI) in 2024.
I am part of OCD Associates, a nation-wide private practice specializing in treating individuals with OCD using a combination of Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) and psychodynamic approaches. I typically see clients for a 45 minute session weekly or every two weeks via telehealth. I can see any client that is in a PsyPact state. I was trained in ERP through the IOCDF in 2015, and I have completed two intensive psychodynamic programs through the LA Institute and Society for Psychoanalytic Studies (LAISPS) in 2021/22 and the William Alanson White Institute (WAWI) in 2024.
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Cassandra Minnick-Trauma Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65807
I specialize in working with adults who have experienced several trauma events. Trauma is a deeply personal experience that can affect every aspect of your life. It is the loss of control over safety. It can be a single event or a series of experiences that leave you feeling overwhelmed and powerless. Trauma can cause intense feelings of fear, anxiety, and even physical pain. It can make you feel like you are reliving the event over and over again, and it can affect your ability to trust others or feel safe in your own body. Trauma can also cause you to question your own self-worth and make you feel like you are alone in your pain.
I specialize in working with adults who have experienced several trauma events. Trauma is a deeply personal experience that can affect every aspect of your life. It is the loss of control over safety. It can be a single event or a series of experiences that leave you feeling overwhelmed and powerless. Trauma can cause intense feelings of fear, anxiety, and even physical pain. It can make you feel like you are reliving the event over and over again, and it can affect your ability to trust others or feel safe in your own body. Trauma can also cause you to question your own self-worth and make you feel like you are alone in your pain.
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Have you ever wished you had a relationship mentor? “Loving well is an art, Getting there is a science.” Backed by over 40 years of research is why I have been practicing Gottman Methods for 15 years thus far. My couples come to me because they are struggling with understanding each other, their struggles in how to communicate and resolve conflict has not only destroyed their friendship but has left them feeling alone and leading parallel lives. They desire that connection and miss the fondness and admiration, and intimacy they once had.
Have you ever wished you had a relationship mentor? “Loving well is an art, Getting there is a science.” Backed by over 40 years of research is why I have been practicing Gottman Methods for 15 years thus far. My couples come to me because they are struggling with understanding each other, their struggles in how to communicate and resolve conflict has not only destroyed their friendship but has left them feeling alone and leading parallel lives. They desire that connection and miss the fondness and admiration, and intimacy they once had.
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Christina Sharp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ozark, MO 65721 (Online Only)
Life is an adventure with rocky roads, potholes, and smoother roads. You are worthy of taking control of the wheel and I am here to help guide you through your journey. I adapt my therapeutic style to the needs of my clients and do not push for more information they are not willing to share just yet. Some days you may just need an ear and not be able to, or willing to, do anything else. Other days you may be ready and willing to move forward toward your goals. Either is perfectly okay with me.
Life is an adventure with rocky roads, potholes, and smoother roads. You are worthy of taking control of the wheel and I am here to help guide you through your journey. I adapt my therapeutic style to the needs of my clients and do not push for more information they are not willing to share just yet. Some days you may just need an ear and not be able to, or willing to, do anything else. Other days you may be ready and willing to move forward toward your goals. Either is perfectly okay with me.
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Stephanie Rena Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65804
Waitlist for new clients
I am ready to start your journey together. I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2018. I have experience working with young children, adolescents, and adults. I use a person-centered approach that facilitates healing through providing empathetic support while walking beside you through your journey of hope and healing. Together we explore how your past is affecting your present. I have many years of experience working with youth in foster care and/or who have been adopted. I enjoy working with all ages and stages.
I am ready to start your journey together. I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2018. I have experience working with young children, adolescents, and adults. I use a person-centered approach that facilitates healing through providing empathetic support while walking beside you through your journey of hope and healing. Together we explore how your past is affecting your present. I have many years of experience working with youth in foster care and/or who have been adopted. I enjoy working with all ages and stages.
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Do you feel alone, down, overwhelmed, or stressed out? Maybe your life has taken a sudden turn in a direction you were not expecting. Or maybe you feel your relationship is not what it used to be, or possibly, you're wondering if you're stuck in an abusive dynamic. In a world filled with challenges, uncertainties, and moments of self-doubt, finding the right professional counselor to accompany you on your journey of self-discovery is crucial.
Do you feel alone, down, overwhelmed, or stressed out? Maybe your life has taken a sudden turn in a direction you were not expecting. Or maybe you feel your relationship is not what it used to be, or possibly, you're wondering if you're stuck in an abusive dynamic. In a world filled with challenges, uncertainties, and moments of self-doubt, finding the right professional counselor to accompany you on your journey of self-discovery is crucial.
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Shanna Brende, MA, LPC, has been working in the mental health field as well as working with clients struggling with addiction. She is a licensed therapist and has over 25 years of experience working with clients dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, LBGQT, and addiction. She uses a cognitive behavioral approach when dealing with clients and is excellent at rapport building. She has lived and worked in Kansas City for over 19 years, having moved here from Texas where she worked a licensed therapist as well.
Shanna Brende, MA, LPC, has been working in the mental health field as well as working with clients struggling with addiction. She is a licensed therapist and has over 25 years of experience working with clients dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, LBGQT, and addiction. She uses a cognitive behavioral approach when dealing with clients and is excellent at rapport building. She has lived and worked in Kansas City for over 19 years, having moved here from Texas where she worked a licensed therapist as well.
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Ian T Douglas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65804
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.
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.
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At this this time during the Covid crisis I am offering telehealth sessions and continuing to see clients in the office. Now would be a good time for those clients who are not able to travel. They could have sessions via their cell phone. I work well with all populations of client especially children and teens. I want to assist them in the life challenges they are struggling with. Counseling is collaborative and I look forward to working with you to change your circumstances.
At this this time during the Covid crisis I am offering telehealth sessions and continuing to see clients in the office. Now would be a good time for those clients who are not able to travel. They could have sessions via their cell phone. I work well with all populations of client especially children and teens. I want to assist them in the life challenges they are struggling with. Counseling is collaborative and I look forward to working with you to change your circumstances.
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You shouldn't go through this journey alone and I am so glad you have taken the first step to making a change. Striving to be the best and healthiest version of yourself is NOT easy! I would love to hear everything about your unique self, free of judgment, where you can feel safe, accepted and authentically you. Armed with the appropriate knowledge and tools, I believe we can tackle life's many challenges and obstacles together.
You shouldn't go through this journey alone and I am so glad you have taken the first step to making a change. Striving to be the best and healthiest version of yourself is NOT easy! I would love to hear everything about your unique self, free of judgment, where you can feel safe, accepted and authentically you. Armed with the appropriate knowledge and tools, I believe we can tackle life's many challenges and obstacles together.
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Laurie Schulte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sunrise Beach, MO 65079
Discover compassionate support on your journey through grief, loss, and trauma. My ideal client seeks a safe space to navigate emotions, find healing, and embrace self-discovery. With warmth and and over 20 years of mental health experience, I offer personalized tools to guide you towards resilience and growth. Let me be your companion on the path to renewed well-being.
Discover compassionate support on your journey through grief, loss, and trauma. My ideal client seeks a safe space to navigate emotions, find healing, and embrace self-discovery. With warmth and and over 20 years of mental health experience, I offer personalized tools to guide you towards resilience and growth. Let me be your companion on the path to renewed well-being.
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It is my goal to change lives even if it is on a small scale. My work experience, education, on going training, and personal life experiences make me a well rounded counselor.
It is my goal to change lives even if it is on a small scale. My work experience, education, on going training, and personal life experiences make me a well rounded counselor.
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Mandy Browning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MO 65804
Waitlist for new clients
Life can present us with many unwanted and unexpected situations. Sometimes, it can be a traumatic situation, or maybe you are dealing with a child who has become withdrawn, not speaking, and is not socializing with the family. Perhaps you have some past trauma that has not been fully explored or resolved, or anxiety about the future. Whatever the circumstances, counseling may be able to help. I have worked with clients of all ages and with many different issues, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD as well as with patients experiencing past and current trauma.
Life can present us with many unwanted and unexpected situations. Sometimes, it can be a traumatic situation, or maybe you are dealing with a child who has become withdrawn, not speaking, and is not socializing with the family. Perhaps you have some past trauma that has not been fully explored or resolved, or anxiety about the future. Whatever the circumstances, counseling may be able to help. I have worked with clients of all ages and with many different issues, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD as well as with patients experiencing past and current trauma.
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Teresa Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MO 65804
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist I am in a role which allows me to be able to assist people with removing the barriers to them achieving success in life, relationships, and careers. I have a very accepting and process-oriented approach that is not intimidating or judgmental. My calm, empathic and intuitive nature allows others to feel comfortable and safe to explore what they need to free themselves to experience more happiness and compassion for themselves and others.
As a therapist I am in a role which allows me to be able to assist people with removing the barriers to them achieving success in life, relationships, and careers. I have a very accepting and process-oriented approach that is not intimidating or judgmental. My calm, empathic and intuitive nature allows others to feel comfortable and safe to explore what they need to free themselves to experience more happiness and compassion for themselves and others.
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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 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.
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Number of Therapists in Aurora, MO
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Therapists in Aurora, MO who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Life Coaching |
100% | Grief |
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
100% | Other |
100% | Career Counseling |
Average years in practice
19 Years
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
How Therapists in Aurora, MO see their clients
100% | Online Only |
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How can I find a therapist in Aurora?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.