Career counseling assists people in finding the right career path for them. It includes discovering skills, honing in on specific interests and aptitudes, and researching meaningful ways for people to do the work that suits them best. If someone questions their career or work choices, a career counselor will administer tests, including inventories about personality, skills, and strengths. The therapist will then educate the client about career fields, industries, or companies that have jobs that align. They can then work with the person to develop specific skills for that job, such as effective communication, interpersonal skills, and time management.
Do you find yourself wondering how to explore the possibility of balancing life’s challenges in this fast-paced world? Is your teenager’s behavior spiraling out of control? Then you may want to schedule time for yourself or schedule sessions to help challenge your teenager’s maladaptive behaviors. My experiences with different types of populations has helped me provide those that see me for...
Are you fed up with the sadness, anxiety, or disappointment in your life? Does your heart want to make changes, but your mind can't decide where to begin? Through compassion and understanding, I am determined to guide you towards finding the happiness you deserve. Whether you are struggling with depression, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, life milestones, parenting, or anxiety, I can...
Many of the people that I see are at differing stages, transitions, struggles and journeys within their lives. Each of you have a unique set of needs and personal journey that prompted you to take this step. I have over 15 years of experience and enjoy working with children, teens and adults and provide individual and family therapy. My goal is to tailor the therapy session based on your...
Starting in 1973 I’ve worked at two on-campus crisis intervention centers; medical and psychiatric hospitals, an alternative education high school, ran a residential program and provided countless interventions in all forms of crisis. Since 2011 I worked through the ER of our local hospital, as a certified Recovery Coach for the ER, and a Substance Use Disorder Team, where I stayed current with...
I originally wanted to be a musician, but I sustained an injury while in music school that prevented me from completing my performance degree. Instead I began to do volunteer work and took internships at various organizations in the Twin Cities area. I started working with people experiencing severe life problems: homelessness, addiction, criminal backgrounds, HIV, and others. This became a new...
Abraham Maslow once said “In any given moment, you have two options, step forward into growth, or backward into safety.” Each take courage and self reflection and I want to help you evaluate both. I am here to help you live a life of meaning and value. I provide therapy in a nonjudgmental, confidential, and compassionate atmosphere. We all feel stuck or lost at times, perhaps clueless of the wa...
I’m Velma, a licensed clinical social worker trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems. I specialize in trauma-informed treatment of anxiety, anger and depression with individuals, couples and families in St. Louis, Missouri. I work collaboratively with you to resolve physical, emotional, social or spiritual challenges that often present as anxiety, depression,...
Anxiety, depression and relationship issues are common experiences that can impact our ability to feel like ourselves and live at our best capacity. Often these issues are rooted in hard life experiences or the accumulating stressors of today's world. Working from a person-centered and solution-focused approach I support my clients by helping them find connections between their feelings, though...
Are you an individual suffering from trauma, grief, self-esteem issues, relationship problems, or difficulty managing your life path. Has life got your down in certain areas you have struggled with for years and now need help in a safe empathetic environment? I am here to help. I provide a relaxing therapeutic environment to help my clients, become the best versions of themselves. I know taking...
I work with women and men who are struggling to achieve goals, overcome barriers, deal with losses, overcome mood disorders, relational issues or substance abuse. Men who are struggling with how to be better spouses, fathers, brothers, sons and/or co-workers. Individuals with disabilities experiencing difficulty adjusting to their new life, living independently or having difficulty obtaining or...
I see my role as a guide to help people face challenges in their lives and to make decisions to improve their wellbeing. I am compassionate, genuine and flexible. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings with children, teens, and adults. I offer a flexible schedule and timely appointments....
*WELCOMING NEW CLIENTS.* I provide a supportive environment where a person can feel understood by a caring professional. No matter what someone is struggling with, I will work with them to determine their goals for therapy while utilizing appropriate therapeutic techniques to foster healing. My goal is to build upon the person's strengths to foster change and growth. I am a transparent therapis...
I believe that an authentic, caring, and strong connection between therapist and client is essential to facilitate meaningful change and it is an honor to be invited to participate in another person’s transformational journey. My role as a therapist is to not only help clients heal the inevitable relational wounds, but also to help them cultivate the resilience to live life with courage,...
My ideal clients are those with a spiritual perspective who have done a lot of inner exploration and are ready to get to the bottom of their issues. They know they have an important God-given mission to fulfill and need help in fulfilling this mission. (We all do!) They want to be of service to humanity and all of life but feel some internal resistance, which is holding them back. They desire t...
Let's talk. Albert Einstein famously said, "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." The first step in recovery from ANY troubling issue begins with seeking help and resources beyond YOUR current supply, in order to view and interact with your situation in new ways and with expanded support and energy. We are wholly committed to the personal triumph of eac...
