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Maurissa McCulloch

Maurissa McCulloch

Maurissa brings a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy, creating an affirming space where clients feel safe to explore, heal, and grow. She draws from Coherence …

Valerie Petre

Valerie Petre

Val is a fully licensed clinical social worker that specializes in working with individuals with personality disorders, suicidality, relationship issues, childhood trauma, anxiety, …

Christine Hoskins

Christine Hoskins

Dr. Christine Hoskins is a New York State Licensed Psychologist who specializes in working with adolescents and young adults navigating complex inner and interpersonal worlds. She …

Karlista Peralta

Karlista Peralta

¡Hola, también hablo español! My name is Karlista and I’m passionate about helping people. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by emotions like sadness or anxiety I’m glad you are here! …

Taylor Vicente

Taylor Vicente

Taylor is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern. With experience supporting individuals ages 5 and up, Taylor brings a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy. As …

Mario Aguilar

Mario Aguilar

Mario was born and raised in San Salvador, El Salvador. Mario earned an undergraduate degree in psychology in El Salvador before moving to Saint Louis, Missouri to study a masters …

Madison Bradshaw

Madison Bradshaw

Madison is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who creates a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients of all ages to explore, heal, and grow. She specializes in working with …

Javier Figueroa

Javier Figueroa

Javier is a Licensed Social Worker with a diverse background. Javier is fluent in both English and Spanish. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State University and …

Cindy Badger

Cindy Badger

Cindy (she/her) earned her Master’s in Social Work at George Mason University and provides trauma-informed, compassionate, client-centered care. She works with children, …

Caprice Kennedy

Caprice Kennedy

Caprice Kennedy is a therapist who works with children ages 3 to 14, offering both in-person and virtual therapy. Her path into this work was deeply felt—rooted in the belief that …

Bridget Woodrow

Bridget Woodrow

Bridget is an LGPC with a passion for working alongside individuals in order to help them to better understand and heal from their experiences. She has experience and interest …

Chenning Gao

Chenning Gao

Chenning draws from Psychodynamic Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and the Gottman Method to support individuals, couples, and families navigating depression, …