Therapists for Teens in Kirkwood, MO

If you've learned anything about your anxiety, it's that it is absolutely, unrelentingly ruthless. You wonder why you can't just go about your day and not think so much. Your worries seem to pop up out of nowhere, but no matter what you do, nothing helps. They just keep coming back, over and over, even stronger and more persistent. You're worried that it's totally out of control at this point, because you're so sick of worrying, and yet it also feels like you HAVE to worry. It’s exhausting. You're exhausted.

If you want a blunt and no sugar coating therapist look no further! Of course, I am honest with the intent of being kind and caring. The goal is to make the client a priority and implement self-care. Therapy is an investment and considered prevention for your own self-care needs. I have over 12 years experience, and worked in medical settings before that. I have experience in the medical health environment with a range of health issues from sufferers of heart attacks, stroke, women's & men's issues, and chronic illnesses. I implement an eclectic approach featuring CBT.

Have you found that no matter how hard you work on your relationship, you're not experiencing the type of spark and connection you long for? Are you struggling to make peace with a recent breakup or divorce? Do you find yourself grappling with feelings of anxiety, loneliness, or anger? Whether I am working with you as an individual or a couple, my goal is to help you piece together the puzzle of how your past is impacting your present. I approach my work with individuals through blending Jungian shadow work and the more modern Internal Family Systems therapy.

Many of us have unknowingly rejected or silenced parts of ourselves that don’t fit with our idea of who we are supposed to be. As a result, life can feel out of balance or even inauthentic. My hope is to create a safe and accepting space for you to feel empowered to implement positive changes in your life. I work with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety and worry, substance use, stress, trauma, abuse, anger, fear, grief and loss, guilt and shame, and other challenges. I also work with couples who are having difficulty connecting and experiencing issues related to trust, intimacy, and affection.

Elizabeth Stallone-Lowder is considered an expert in the field of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders in the midwest region. She is highly trained in pregnancy and birth trauma and has been working with women as an LCSW for almost twenty years. You can find her recent publication "The Sweet Spot of Self-Care for Moms' on Amazon.

Struggling to connect with therapists and feeling unheard? Our commitment is to link you with skilled mental health therapists across various specialties in the greater St. Louis area, offering immediate openings. We empathize with your frustration and pride ourselves on matching you with a clinician who has a proven track record in addressing similar challenges. Our approach involves delving into the root of your concerns—we listen attentively, devising unique strategies that align with your passions to foster healing in your life. Witness a remarkable transformation when collaborating with our carefully chosen professionals.

Many of my clients have anxiety that presents as overthinking, indecision, self-criticism, avoidance, and tying worth to performance. This may show up in relationships, self-esteem, or a sense of overwhelm. Together we will lean into anxiety to re-expand your life, deconstruct your inner-critic, and change patterns keeping you stuck. In my practice, I primarily utilize relationally and developmentally informed Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My style is a blend of process and practical, to gain insight and make change when you are ready.

Using gentleness mixed with honesty, I will call you forward to better.Not to shame, but to healing.Freedom, passion, vibrance, thriving and not simply surviving. It's possible.There's hope.I believe we hold power over our own healing.I merely come alongside those who have decided to make that brave journey.From the very beginning, the most consistent feedback is of feeling safe and truly understood.I believe in "working myself out of a job", achieved by doing good work and encouraging clients to test and stretch their growth.They do this out on their own, knowing they can return for new layers of work.

Life can be tough, with many bumps along the way; additional support systems can only make it more manageable. I am here to provide nonjudgmental, client focused support through whatever challenge you are currently battling. Together, we can create positive coping skills you can utilize in everyday life, and address any areas you are interested in discussing. My goal is to provide a supportive therapeutic relationship, validate your experiences, work towards a resolution to underlying trauma, and empower you to be in control of your mental and physical health.

We are wired to repeat deeply learned patterns that, at a certain point, no longer serve us. Whether it’s in your personal relationships, or your relationship with yourself, at times you may find yourself feeling stuck in a repetitive loop, with outcomes that feel undesirable or out of your control. Together we can identify and explore these patterns in order to define your goals and work towards meaningful growth.

Accepting New Clients! I work with adults and adolescents to overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, and concerns with social skills. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals with mental health issues, Autism, ADHD, and learning and intellectual disabilities. I use a person centered, strengths based approach to help you achieve your goals and feel better!

I am a Child Clinical Psychologist with more than 30 years experience. Child Clinical Psychologists are highly educated & extensively trained in evaluating & treating children, teens, & their families. There are very few of child clinical psychologists in the St. Louis, Missouri area, probably because we typically attend graduate school 6-8 years! So, if your son is struggling, and you are seeking a true expert on boys and teenage boys, look no further for exceptional care. Approximately 45+ five star Google reviews says it all with regard to above and beyond quality of care.

Are you ready to set healthy boundaries in your relationships? Have you been wanting to explore your sexuality but didn't know where to start? Is your non-monogamous relationship experiencing friction? Maybe you are the survivor, strong friend, and problem solver who appears to have it all together. Yet on the inside you feel overwhelmed while also wondering, "Is this worth going to therapy for?" If your boundaries leave you questioning yourself, if you want to explore your sexuality, or if you and your partner(s) want support, it's worth going to therapy for. Our relationship, sexuality, and trauma experts are here for you.

The way you are living isn't working anymore. It's getting harder to keep up the appearance of being fine like you always have. When you think about how you've been acting and feeling recently, you're not quite sure you like the person you've become. All the struggles & conflicts you face with your partner, kids, family, co-workers keep you on overload, but you have no idea how you could handle them differently. You feel like your life is out of control, and you are ready to try anything that might help you to not completely fall apart and live in dread and overwhelm every day.

Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience ready to offer therapeutic space to address the current challenges you may be experiencing in your life right now. I help clients who struggle with postpartum, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Anxiety, Career Confusion or Grief/Loss. I utilize therapy modalities such as CBT and the psychodynamic theory to assist clients in gaining self-awareness, self-acceptance and develop coping skills. I have specific training in Behavioral Modification and Parent Coaching.

Not accepting new clients at this time. Abundant Minds is here to help you restore a sense of empowerment in your life. In our therapeutic healing approach of connecting the mind and body, you can establish a warrior mindset that allows you to feel a greater sense of balance, strength, and flexibility through life. ​

At Osage Valley Counseling, our mission is to provide compassionate and effective trauma-informed therapy, guided by evidence based practices. Through our specialized approach, we empower individuals to reclaim their lives, restore resilience, and embrace their future. We uphold the highest standards of integrity and hold a deep commitment to the quality of knowledge, and its application within the field of mental health. Our guiding values encompass integrity, expertise, and collaboration built on a foundation of accountability and confidentiality.

Compassion. Insight. Empowerment. I strive to make counseling an approachable experience through genuine support, compassionate guidance, warmth, and humor. I believe psychotherapy is a therapeutic partnership between client and therapist; that listening, understanding and respecting each patient's unique story is necessary for bringing about positive change. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My goal is to help clients recognize and change counterproductive patterns in their lives and learn skills that can lead to a more fulfilling, peaceful, and rewarding life.

When you were young, you had a clear idea of your future. You knew exactly the type of mid-century modern home you wanted to live in. You’d have a perfect husband with two well-behaved children. Your job would be rewarding, and you’d have lots of free time to work on yourself. But now, looking around at your life, you don’t have any of that. Somewhere along the way, you lost sight of your goals. Now you’re stuck here. It’s not your fault– there were so many things working against you and obstacles you had to endure. But it's time for a change. You know you’re running out of time to take action, but you don’t know how to start.