Arianna Varela MSW, LMSW

(She/her)

Accepting Clients

Hello, I am a queer Latina therapist offering a warm, collaborative space to navigate anxiety, OCD, identity, and belonging.

Clinical Social Worker in Kirkwood, MO
Supervised by Meredith Beard, MSW, LCSW

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About My Clients

I'm especially drawn to working with people who may have spent years trying to understand themselves but still feel stuck. Whether you've been living with anxiety, navigating OCD, struggling with depression, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, it's easy to believe something is wrong with you. You don't have to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. Sometimes the first step is simply having a place where you don't have to carry those questions alone.

My Background and Approach

Creating that kind of space begins with recognizing that no two people arrive in therapy with the same story. As a Latina therapist, I value the role that culture, identity, family, and lived experiences play in shaping who we are. My education and clinical work have deepened my appreciation for culturally responsive care and the importance of approaching every client with humility and openness. I strive to create an affirming space where LGBTQ+ individuals and people from all backgrounds feel welcomed and respected. To me, therapy is about building meaning through connection. It's through connection that we begin to better understand ourselves and the experiences that have shaped us. That is often where healing begins. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel safe enough to slow down, reconnect with your strengths, and move toward a life that feels authentic and meaningful.

Client Focus

Age
Pre-teens (12–14), Teens (14–18), Adults
Participants
Individuals, Families

Qualifications

License
MSW, LMSW, State of Missouri · #2026026662
Education
MSW, Washington University in St. Louis
Supervision
Supervised by Meredith Beard, MSW, LCSW
Years in practice
0 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Cigna

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

10733 Big Bend Rd
Suite 144
Kirkwood, MO 63122
314-742-8644

Access & Transport

  • Parking available
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance (ADA compliant)
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 38.5670433°, -90.4081786°

Nearby Areas

Cities and Zips
Kirkwood
Missouri
63122
Affton
Missouri
63123
Valley Park
Missouri
63122
Ballwin
Missouri
63021
University City
Missouri
63132
Overland
Missouri
63132
St. Louis
Missouri
63155

At A Glance

  • Experience: Less than a year
  • Rate: $120/session

Info

Email Arianna
10733 Big Bend Rd
Suite 144
Kirkwood, MO 63122

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