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Justin Mann is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has 8 years of experience in the mental health field. Justin specializes in helping people overcome their struggles with depression, anxiety, substance use, and trauma. He also specializes in couples counseling and family therapy. Justin enjoys playing music and spending time with his wife and two sons. 

Justin completed his Master of Social Work (MSW) at Saint Louis University, where he graduated as part of the Phi Alpha Honor Society. He has certifications in Co-Occurring Disorders and Medication Assisted Recovery. Justin's training and approach include evidence-based practices designed to help people change the way they think, which can effectively change the world around them. These techniques combined with a strong sense of empathy and a strengths-based approach have allowed him to help his clients realize their full potential. As a musician, Justin also enjoys incorporating elements of music and creativity, as he feels these are very helpful tools to help cope with what life brings you. 

The stress of coping with all of the aspects of our current environment combined with struggling to maintain mental wellness can be overwhelming, and Justin enjoys helping others through these times. He focuses on developing and nurturing relationships with his clients, to help them reach their goals. Justin's approach is to treat the whole person, which includes a holistic approach with the understanding that oftentimes mental health difficulties co-occur simultaneously and impact one another. 

"My multicultural background makes me a better psychologist."

Hiroko Arikawa is a Clinical Psychologist in the state of Missouri. She has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings in which she treated individuals with various conditions such as depression, anxiety, grief, psychological issues associated with medical illnesses and disabilities, and adjustment difficulties. At college counseling centers, she often had clients who were in therapy for personal growth. In therapy, Hiroko incorporates a client-centered approach with the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and a solution-focused approach.

Hiroko received her college education in Japan and in the states of Oregon, Washington, and California. Her doctoral program had a specialty in cross-cultural and international psychology. She recognizes the importance of cultural background and works with cultural minorities by race, ethnicity, religion, country of origin, language, disability status, and sexual orientation and identity. Hiroko is also well-published in the field of human-animal interactions, international psychology, and cultural issues.

Through therapy, Hiroko wishes you to grow as a person and lead a fulfilling life. Hiroko values the sense of humor and the ability to laugh in life. She would like to support you during the difficult times so that you can build stronger coping skills and gain a sense of hope, purpose, and meaning in life.

"As a past trauma survivor, I understand the complex healing process that needs to occur to overcome the impacts of trauma."

Anastasia Kinsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor with almost 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with a variety of clients facing different issues. She is excited to work with the unique challenges of every client. She is also interested in providing services in many different ways: individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy sessions, and couples counseling. Anastasia specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and anger-related problems.

Anastasia completed her master's in Mental Health Counseling at Southeast University in Missouri. She is a former clinical therapist and school-based therapist with many experiences working with trauma, depression, and anxiety symptoms. This, coupled with her professional experience, allows her to provide the guidance, support, and coping skills that clients are looking for in therapy. Anastasia utilizes many treatment approaches including mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy. Anastasia chooses the specific treatment modality depending on the need of the client's situation that she is working with during the session.

We all have things that we deal with and challenges that we face in our lives. Anastasia is looking forward to supporting you on your unique journey. Anastasia is confident in using counseling techniques and interventions to provide the tools necessary to get you through the struggle you are facing. If you are ready to take the right steps toward a happier and healthier future, schedule an appointment with her today.