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As someone who has faced many challenges and traumas to get to this point in life, I’ve learned that empathy and curiosity are gif...
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As someone who has faced many challenges and traumas to get to this point in life, I’ve learned that empathy and curiosity are gifts, and that true strength and great things rarely come from the comfort zone.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience providing community mental health services. I’ve supported individuals navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, substance use, and life transitions. My passion lies in helping clients overcome emotional challenges, rebuild confidence, and discover the strength to create meaningful change in their lives.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Missouri St. Louis. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and motivational interviewing. I tailor each session to meet clients where they are and guide them toward growth, resilience, and self-compassion.
I understand that beginning therapy can bring many emotions and uncertainties. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can heal, learn, and feel empowered to move forward. You are capable, worthy, and deserving of peace and fulfillment, and I’d be honored to support you on your journey.
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I have worked in behavioral health for nearly 20 years and enjoy building relationships with others....
I have worked in behavioral health for nearly 20 years and enjoy building relationships with others.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s emotional challenges. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate issues such as self-esteem, grief, career transitions, and life changes. I offer compassionate care for those facing social anxiety, guilt, shame, and isolation, and I’m deeply committed to promoting self-discovery and emotional growth through an open, empathetic therapeutic relationship.
I earned a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Missouri. My approach integrates collaboration, compassion, and evidence-based strategies to meet clients where they are. I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space that encourages resilience, reflection, and meaningful personal change.
I hope to offer guidance and support throughout your healing journey. While growth takes time, every step forward matters. My goal is to help you uncover peace, purpose, and strength within yourself so you can live with more clarity and confidence.
As a woman who has experienced both personal trauma and anxiety, I understand the weight of carrying such fear and worry as one se...
As a woman who has experienced both personal trauma and anxiety, I understand the weight of carrying such fear and worry as one seeks emotional healing and joy.
I am a licensed certified social worker (LCSW) with 5 years of experience supporting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and challenging family or relationship dynamics. I help individuals build emotional awareness, strengthen coping skills, and navigate stress with greater clarity and confidence. My goal is to create a grounded, compassionate space where clients feel understood and supported as they work toward meaningful change.
I hold a master’s degree in social work from New York University and have worked with clients in both in-person and virtual settings. My approach draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based techniques, and strengths-focused interventions to help clients manage symptoms, increase resilience, and make sustainable progress.
You deserve a space where you feel safe, respected, and empowered to explore your experiences without judgment. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back, build practical tools that fit your life, and move at a pace that feels right for you. I would be honored to support your relief, growth, and balance.
As a well-rounded, culturally sensitive, seasoned woman of color, I have a particular understanding of a variety of mental health ...
As a well-rounded, culturally sensitive, seasoned woman of color, I have a particular understanding of a variety of mental health needs. In my 30+ years in the profession, I have worked successfully with individuals, couples, and families.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with 33 years of experience. My work has included serving as a college professor of counseling and providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in multicultural counseling and have supported clients facing depression, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, relationship struggles, and communication issues.
I earned my Doctorate in Counselor Education and Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Louis University and a Master’s in General Counseling from the University of Missouri–St. Louis. My approach integrates client-centered, cognitive, and behavioral therapies while tailoring care to meet the needs of children, adolescents, couples, and families.
I aim to provide a supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to create meaningful change. I bring optimism and hope, helping individuals and couples explore challenges with clarity and compassion. My goal is to validate each person’s experiences and walk alongside them as they work toward improved well-being.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.
DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.
The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in St Louis, MO is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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