Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Hi! I am Helene F. Platke, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri. My approach to therapy is very personalized to each individual and I use elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, DBT and EMDR therapeutic interventions to help clients find relief from their symptoms. I help clients look into their reasons for seeking therapy and what they hope to achieve through treatment to develop a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs. In addition, I work with children and teens to help them work through the tough issues they may be facing in their lives.
After receiving my Masters in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri in 1992, I provided individual, family and group therapy in a variety of different settings. My main focus in my early years was working with the victims of childhood trauma and violence. As my practice has developed, I have broadened my practice to focus on individuals struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, depression and grief.
The relationship between the therapist and the client is one of the most important aspects of successful therapy. I hope to help you find the answers you are looking for by finding and eliminating the roadblocks put in your path to success. Together we can help you overcome your problems by focusing on your goals, dreams and aspirations.
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Helene F. Platke is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Missouri. She has 3 years of experience and uses a personalized approach to therapy, integrating elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, and EMDR to help clients reduce their symptoms and improve functioning.
She works with each person to clarify why they sought therapy and what they hope to accomplish, then develops an individualized treatment plan tailored to those goals. In addition to adults, she provides therapeutic support for children and teens facing challenging issues in their lives.
After receiving her Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri in 1992, she provided individual, family, and group therapy across a range of settings. Early in her career, her primary focus was working with victims of childhood trauma and violence.
As her practice evolved, she broadened her focus to support individuals struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and grief. She emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as a key part of effective work and aims to help clients identify and remove roadblocks so they can pursue their goals, dreams, and aspirations.
For many common concerns—such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or coping with life changes—online therapy has been found to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care. This makes it a valid option for people seeking support for everyday mental health needs.
One of the major benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect in the format that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging, which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.
All therapists are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to switch providers if they feel a different fit would be better. Online therapy offers a practical and adaptable way to access professional support while maintaining the core therapeutic elements of traditional care.
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