Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
I am a licensed Counselor in the State of Missouri with close to 7 years of professional experience. I enjoy working with any age range as well as a broad variety of concerns, including LGBTQ and people of color.. Part of my work has been with young women age 17 to 30 who struggled with substance use, abuse, eating disorders and self esteem issues. I have also worked for over three years with adults and elderly who struggled with substance use, anxiety, depression, homelessness, trauma, emotional abuse, family and relationship issues, co-dependency, loss and grief.
I believe that each client be treated with warmth, respect and value. Each session is a safe place without any judgment. My approach varies depending on the specific needs and goals of each individual. I utilize mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy the most. I also believe strongly in the approach of Person-Centered Therapy and that each individual has within them the ability to create change and move towards being the best that they can be. I am here to listen and help guide you in that process.
I know that with the added challenges we have all faced from COVID, life has been more difficult for many. I commend you for reaching out to seek assistance in navigating your daily challenges and seeking a happier life. I would be honored to work with you in reaching towards whatever changes and goals you desire.
I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you.
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Darla McAdams is a licensed professional counselor in Missouri (MO LPC 2018043311) with eight years of clinical experience. She works with clients across the lifespan and addresses a wide range of concerns, with particular experience supporting LGBTQ individuals and people of color.
Her practice has included focused work with young women ages 17 to 30 who faced substance use, histories of abuse, eating disorders, and self-esteem difficulties. She also has more than three years of experience supporting adults and older adults dealing with substance use, anxiety, depression, homelessness, trauma, emotional abuse, family and relationship problems, codependency, and grief.
She approaches each person with warmth, respect, and a fundamental belief in their capacity for change. Sessions are intended to be nonjudgmental and tailored to the client’s goals. Her most-used techniques include mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, framed within a person-centered perspective that emphasizes the client’s own strengths.
Recognizing the additional stresses many have experienced since COVID, she acknowledges the increased difficulty of daily life and commends those who reach out for support. She is available to listen and to guide clients as they work toward the changes and goals they desire, and she looks forward to the opportunity to work together.
Many people ask whether remote counseling can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adapting to life changes, research and clinical practice indicate that online therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.
One major benefit is flexibility – clients can meet with their therapist in the format that fits their life, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate sessions into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care.
Therapy delivered online is provided by licensed professionals and therapists. If someone wants a different therapeutic fit, they can switch providers at any time, which helps ensure they find the support that best meets their needs.
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