Clayton Therapists specializing in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Justin Hampton

My work and relationship with each client is unique and guided by their needs. Being trauma-informed and striving towards cultural competency is important to me and I find that does make a difference in how helpful I can be with my clients. I continue adding to an extensive list of training and continuing education that I'd be happy to discuss further- but the bulk of my therapy approach would best be described as skills-based (most often Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/CBT) within a client-centered, attachment-focused relationship. Our treatment is begun and guided by agreed-upon goals. We often discuss how perspective, assumptions, and self-imposed narratives create distress in our lives. Lastly, it is common for clients to have "action plans" outside of the therapy session to work on relevant goals. Overall, I view therapy as a collaboration used to facilitate growth, change, and create a more fulfilling, values-driven life.

David M. Harris

I founded Positive By Design LLC to create a strategic network of independent clinicians and coaches skilled in several aspects of overall well-being - mind, body, and spirit. It has been my desire to have a trusted referral base to meet many of the needs of particularly the St. Louis region. Each of my associates are highly skilled and unique in their promotion of well-being. We all believe that Positive Design, as an overarching concept, is beneficial to well-being. I have been working with clients in various settings for 20+ years. I cherish the opportunity to learn, teach, support, and challenge through my client's greatest hardships and most brilliant moments. My style is interactive and supportive, yet challenging. I emphasize an eclectic approach, adapting a variety of therapeutic approaches that focus on my clients' daily interactions. I also specialize in performance and leadership coaching for athletes, educators, and business executives.

Laura Ranalletta

Dora Angevine

Nicole Landwehr

Nicole Landwehr, MSW, LCSW, REAT is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Expressive Arts Therapist in private practice who specializes in working with adolescents and adults. She offers individual, couple, family, and multi-partner relationship therapy services. Nicole uses a person-centered approach to empower and motivate clients to better understand themselves and the world around them. She creates a comfortable therapeutic atmosphere where clients can explore and address their concerns in order to attain their greatest potential.

Scott Morrow

I use several therapeutic approaches to support my clients in achieving their goals through goal setting and monitoring, psychotherapy, solution focused brief therapy, psycho education, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, coping skill development, positive support, and intervention. I will not only support you make personal changes but also work to examine your environment and will help you to adapt your world to work for you.

Scott Morrow

I use several therapeutic approaches to support my clients in achieving their goals through goal setting and monitoring, psychotherapy, solution focused brief therapy, psycho education, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, coping skill development, positive support, and intervention. I will not only support you make personal changes but also work to examine your environment and will help you to adapt your world to work for you.

Brian Bachman

I work with PTSD through using EMDR a research-proven technique. It is exhausting to have to look over your shoulder constantly, to be sent from 0-10 instantaneously by a sound, noise or smell. PTSD is the brains way of saying, "something is bothering me; I need to deal with this!" There is no shame in having PTSD, it's your bodies persistent and loving way of something happened and it's inviting you to take care of yourself.

Kelly Storck

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of clinical experience. After graduating from Washington University in 1997, I spent a decade working with sexual abuse survivors, children struggling with mental health issues and adolescents in a therapeutic school setting. As my career evolved, I was fortunate enough to start a private practice which has grown to focus on serving LGBTQ+ folx, especially trans and non-binary clients. I count myself as very lucky to get to do what I do.

Angela Sastry

"I believe providing encouragement and acceptance are important to the therapeutic process. Therefore, I apply an integrative, client-centered, and culturally-sensitive approach to helping individuals achieve their goals and maintain personal wellness. Mixing conventional and alternative approaches, I draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful. By working toward identifying and fortifying unique strengths, you are better able to attain lasting personal empowerment and overall good health".

Stephanie Dunn

As part of the therapeutic process, we will explore your core self and personality, while building personal responsibility, inner strength, and compassion. Don’t be discouraged by self-doubt. You can do this. It’s time to face the pain of your past and present, grieve your losses, set boundaries, and care for your own mind, body, spirit, and heart. In addition to talk therapy, I utilize a variety of modalities and incorporate art and play therapy techniques in sessions where appropriate.

Kristen Hood

You don't have to worry about feeling judged because of your thoughts or feelings anymore. I aim to create a space that is nonjudgemental and engaging. I especially enjoy creating an atmosphere where hesitant adolescents and young adults want to keep coming back to. In my experience as a child and adolescent therapist, I have seen success in working with clients who are unsure about coming to therapy in the first place. My approach includes meeting the client where they are at, and making therapy something that they want to engage in for themselves. I have experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Integrative Treatment for Complex Trauma, Trauma-Focused CBT, and general supportive therapy. One of my greatest joys of being a therapist include seeing client's who were initially resistant to therapy come in enthusiastically and finding healing from the process.

Camielle Famous

Before we go on, allow me to introduce myself… Some call me Camielle. Others call me Joy. Either way, I’m a counselor and coach, but you might also call me, your LoveCrafter. Our time together is designed to explore the subconscious thoughts and actions that are clouding your vision towards peace and joy. Together through various conversations and challenges, you will have the opportunity to decide what you want to throw away, what you want to keep and build with, and what's not really yours to even deal with. I am here to help you decide what you will need to make your image of yourself, your mate, or your family picture perfect for YOU. I am here to help you craft a love and life of your own. I am an out of network provider with most insurance providers. Services may be covered by OON, PPO, HSA, or medical spending accounts. Rates vary by plans and benefits.

Kait Huelsman

Specializations: anxiety-related concerns, depression-related concerns, trauma, life transitions, chronic illness, stress management, relationship issues, fertility and family planning, sexuality, gender issues, coping skills, and minority stress. As a psychologist grounded in ethical, patient-centered care, Dr. Huelsman considers evidenced-based practice of utmost importance to achieve the most effective outcomes for patients. Based on clinical expertise, individualized treatment planning and ethical use of the best available treatments, Dr. Huelsman assists patients in achieving their best outcomes. Lion Mind Psychotherapy LLC provides secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth videoconference appointments for individual as well as group psychotherapy. Group offerings include (not currently active), -Managing your Emotions with Mindfulness -LGBTQIA+ Mental Health and Wellness Group -Cultivating Wise Mind: A DBT skills-based group

Melissa Webb

I have worked with individuals with PTSD for over 6 years. Trained in EMDR therapy to help decrease the intensity of the traumatic event. I’ve also worked with individuals that have self-harmed, had thoughts of suicide, or have displayed other behaviors (overeating, low self-esteem, promiscuity, etc.) due to PTSD.

Caitlin McNeece

Trauma and anxiety can keep us from living the life in front of us or taking the steps to make our lives fuller or richer. I've experienced how crippling anxiety can be from the inside out and I'm here to help you take control of your anxiety and take back your life. Traditional ways of working with anxiety typically focuses on challenging irrational thoughts and while this approach works well for many, for the folx I work with, this only seems to increase the anxiety. Instead, we learn to listen and befriend your anxiety; trying to understand why and where it's showing up in your life and learning ways to self-soothe, validate, and work with the anxiety, rather than against it. In this approach we often discover that difficult moments or experiences underpinning the anxiety and we can help process these through EMDR therapy. In addition to learning other ways to be with your anxiety, you'll also learn strategies to increase self-compassion and how to tap into your own inner wisdom

Mekeya Jama

PTSD can occurs when people experience or witness a life-threatening event. It's normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after this type of event. But, when symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. You are not alone, PTSD can be effectively treated through psychotherapy. I can help you identify your pattern in a safe space by utilizing evidence based approaches.

Kara Shaughnessy

I provide individual counseling to adults using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have been active in the field of social work for 6 years + 3 years of training. l I help clients untangle strong emotions and thoughts by balancing the “see-saw” of acceptance of current life circumstances and helping in problem solving. In doing so, we identify unhelpful behaviors that are no longer serving a purpose and work toward more healthy behaviors that are relevant to people’s goals to figure out the problems in their lives. My role as a counselor is to build authentic relationships, motivate individuals toward their goals and maintain safety in the therapeutic relationship.

Alyssa Lazzeroni

I have worked in a wide range of settings including on a suicide hotline, community mental health, and as a school based therapist. I approach therapy is that there is no one size fits all approach for therapy. Together we decide which tools will be most helpful for you to reach your goals. Tools that I regularly use include Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing(EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy(DBT) skills, brief solution focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) skills, and mindfulness. I also believe in feedback informed therapy because you are the expert in your life and what will best help you to reach your goals.

Laura Ranalletta