Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
I am licensed in Missouri with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I approach counseling with respect, sensitivity and the knowledge that individuals are open to change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have experience with a variety of individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, relational concerns, grief and many other distresses. As an advocate and change agent, I am passionate about assisting individuals in making good decisions for their future without the fear of being judged.
My therapy style is listening and empowering individuals to feel open to discuss in-depth problems which can make profound differences in their lives.
I have a Doctorate Degree of Philosophy in Christian Education from Anchor Theological Seminary and Bible Institute. I was the Dean of Students for the School of Ministry and Leadership at my church. As a woman of faith, I can provide guidance in spiritual matters.
When life seems overwhelming and your thoughts become unmanageable, it is time for you to get counseling to unravel your feelings. Please, let me be the one to help you.
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Dr. Rochelle Bates is a Missouri-licensed clinical social worker (MO LCSW 003836) with 40 years of professional experience. She has substantial experience assisting people who have faced trauma and abuse and supporting those coping with grief and loss.
She creates an open, safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Dr. Bates approaches counseling with respect and sensitivity, believing people are capable of change. Her work often focuses on trauma, anxiety, relational concerns, grief, and other sources of distress.
As a licensed clinician and an advocate for change, she helps clients make decisions for their future while offering supportive, nonjudgmental guidance. Her therapeutic style emphasizes careful listening and empowering individuals to explore in-depth concerns that can produce meaningful shifts in their lives.
Dr. Bates holds a Doctorate Degree of Philosophy in Christian Education from Anchor Theological Seminary and Bible Institute, and she served as Dean of Students for the School of Ministry and Leadership at her church. As a woman of faith, she can also provide guidance in spiritual matters when that is helpful to the person she is working with.
When life feels overwhelming and thoughts become difficult to manage, Dr. Bates is available to help untangle those feelings and support clients as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For a wide range of common concerns – including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions – online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is the flexibility it offers. Individuals can connect in the way that fits their needs and schedule, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That variety makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life.
Licensed professionals provide care through these remote formats, and if someone decides they want a different therapeutic fit, they can switch therapists. For many people, online therapy provides an accessible, effective option for addressing everyday mental health concerns and navigating change.
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