Education and Experience

• B.A. in Music from Southern Illinois University Carbondale
• M.A. in Counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary
• 10+ years of counseling experience with adults, children, teens, and their families
• Works with a multitude of issues such as depression, anxiety, attachment, ADHD, separation anxiety, court issues, RAD, trauma, abuse, and grief
• Training in TF-CBT
• Registered play therapist

About Marian

No one gets married expecting the marriage to end. No one comes prepared to face the reality of how divorce can impact their children. It can take incredible strength to walk away from a marriage that is no longer working or abusive. I will hold a space where you can heal after divorce. I will help you answer questions like: How do I set boundaries with my ex? How do I manage my own emotions when my children are with my ex? How do I let go of my marriage when my children are involved?

The good news is life and love do not stop after divorce. If that time comes, I can also help with the difficult dynamic of blending two families. I enjoy working with partners who are blending households together to understand how to make space for each other We will look at barriers to setting up a strong household and work through blocks such as old relationships and unhealthy patterns. I would love to help you and your significant other learn new ways to blend your families as you still hold space for one another.

I am a trauma informed therapist. I work well with any woman or teen girl walking through trauma from abuse, neglect, or divorce. My modalities I use are informed IFS, EMDR, and body work. Things can feel overwhelming and hard but you do not have to process it alone.

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Education and Experience

• B.S. in Elementary Education from University of Missouri-St. Louis
• M.A. in Counseling Student at Covenant Theological Seminary
• Play Therapy Program Student at Missouri Baptist University

About Brandi

Brandi strives to nurture therapeutic relationships with clients that help them feel safe, cared for, and accepted. She provides a supportive space to explore and process trauma, adjustments to life changes, grief, anxiety, and depression. Brandi is passionate about helping children, teens and adults gain insight and develop new ways of being that promote healthier, more gratifying lives. Brandi fundamentally believes that everyone has the right to feel safe, valued, and loved. She provides support in building on each individual's strengths, promoting resilience, optimism, and hope for the future.

Brandi began her career as an elementary teacher. She has over ten years of experience working with children and families in schools and church ministries. She believes everyone has a unique story to tell. Brandi seeks to receive these stories in a way that reflects dignity and invites hope to enter into the wounded parts. She considers it an honor to walk alongside clients at their own pace as they bravely begin a journey of healing and change.

Brandi is committed to connecting with clients to facilitate lasting change with compassion and sensitivity. Through creative collaboration with clients, Brandi utilizes an integrative approach to individualize care and provide counseling that best fits their needs. She works with clients in all seasons of life to become grounded and do the work needed to get through and learn to flourish. She has extensive training in play therapy techniques and often uses expressive arts and sand tray interventions with clients of all ages to help them understand their emotions and process memories to bring healing.

Education and Experience

• B.S. in Human Growth and Development with an emphasis in Lifespan Development from the University of Missouri, Columbia
• M.A. in Counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary
• 8+ years of working in home, school, and ministry settings with children ages 5 months to 8 years
• 4 years working with high school students in a ministry setting
• Emotionally Focused Family Therapy Level 1 Training
• Theraplay Level 1 Training

About Devin

In a world marked by suffering and brokenness, counseling provides a vital space for us to confront our reality with safety and support. I understand that seeking counseling can be a vulnerable and daunting experience. Many things in life can throw us emotionally off balance. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges, fostering new ways of relating and flourishing. As a counselor, I aim to create an environment where you can find your footing, feel secure, and be embraced for who you truly are. I believe that genuine change occurs when we reconnect with ourselves and build safe, meaningful relationships with others. Whether you're experiencing joy or grappling with difficulties, my commitment is to meet you exactly where you are.

Drawing from a rich blend of theoretical practices, I offer individualized care tailored to your unique needs. My approach is grounded in attachment theory, yet I also integrate family systems work, play therapy, interpersonal processing, trauma-based practices, and emotional regulation skills. I have completed Level 1 Training in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) and Theraplay, and I am actively pursuing certification in both modalities.

I work with adults, families, and children facing a range of issues including trauma, adoption, grief, sexuality, anxiety, depression, and relational struggles. Life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. It would be a privilege to support you through any season of your journey.

Education and Experience

• B.S. in Behavioral Science from Missouri Baptist University
• M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Missouri Baptist University
• Play Therapy Program Student at Missouri Baptist University
• 10+ years working with early childhood
• 5+ years' experience working with school age children grades K-10
• EMDR Trained
• DBT Trained
• DDP phase one trained
• TAC Trained
• 3+ years' experience with Suicide Prevention/Crisis Management

About Desiree

Desiree understands that counseling can be scary and vulnerable which is why it is her top priority to provide a safe, creative, child and family centered environment that creates an opportunity for connection and growth. Seeking help for yourself or your child is a testament to your strength and dedication to your child and family's overall wellbeing. Desiree believes the family unit is the vehicle for lasting change and therefore she involves caretakers through every step of the counseling process. It is important caretakers feel empowered and have the tools necessary to provide support after counseling has ended. Desiree takes a collaborative approach with caretakers, school personnel, and other support systems to ensure families receive wrap-around care in and outside of the counseling office.

Desiree's goal is to provide individualized care for each client and family that walks through our door. Therefore, Desiree uses several interventions to include mindfulness, art activities, coping strategies, education, and parent coaching/skills training to prepare each family with the skills and knowledge necessary to facilitate lasting change. Desiree wants to thank you for allowing her the opportunity to take this journey with you and your family.

Desiree provides counseling for children and teens ages 2-16 as well as parent-child sessions to improve attachment, communication, and overall functioning of the family unit.