Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in St. Charles, MO

"My mission is to help you live your best life by bringing empathy and respect to the therapeutic process of exploring where you’ve been and pursuing your mental health goals with hope for the future."

Sam Bearer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 9 years of experience working with individuals and couples from diverse cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. He specializes in helping clients work through emotional, relational, and interpersonal issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, anger, sexual issues, family and relationship dynamics, self-image and identity, communication, and mood and personality disorders.

Sam holds a Master’s in Counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary. With experience in multiple modes of therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and eye movement desensitization reprocessing, he offers a flexible approach to each client as they explore their unique internal experience.

Sam loves helping clients find self-acceptance as they explore their inner experiences and unique path forward. He would love to get to know you and help you live your life in alignment with your values. When you need a partner to help you process life’s difficulties with expertise and compassion, reach out to schedule an appointment.

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. 

"It takes courage to head in a new direction, and you've already taken the first step."

Kelli Eckert is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who’s provided services to clients for 20+ years. She understands that everyone has their own unique reasons for seeking therapy and brings empathy and authenticity to her person-centered, strengths-based approach. She builds trusted and effective partnerships with her clients to help them create lives of peace and stability. Throughout her career, she’s worked with clients of all ages dealing with issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, and relationship difficulties. She specializes in emotional regulation, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and behavior modification.    Kelli earned her MSW at Washington University in St. Louis. Kelli approaches her work with clients as a collaboration as she supports them in their endeavors. She utilizes an eclectic style and applies treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to address negative patterns and emotional regulation.    Whether you’re at a crossroads, struggling with a change, seeking a sense of purpose, or overwhelmed by challenges, Kelli provides a safe space to express your feelings, gain perspective, and learn skills. She has the compassion and empathy to sit with you in uncomfortable moments and will help you harness your strengths.

"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.