Carthage, MO Local Support & Community Resources

Elaine Childs is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC) serving clients at Sacry Family Medicine in Southwest Missouri. With extensive experience working across all age groups, she specializes in helping those who have faced trauma, including survivors of sexual abuse and individuals dealing with PTSD. Elaine is skilled in various therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and family and marital counseling. Passionate about supporting her clients during challenging times, Elaine is dedicated to empowering individuals and families to develop effective coping strategies for emotional pain. Her deep commitment to her practice ensures that everyone who seeks her help feels valued and understood. Elaine looks forward to welcoming clients into a therapeutic space where healing and growth can flourish.

Dr. Petra McGuire is a dedicated psychologist who understands the challenges that individuals, particularly women, often face in their daily lives. She emphasizes the importance of taking the first step towards change, not only for oneself but also for loved ones—partners, children, colleagues, and friends. Known for her compassionate approach, Dr. McGuire provides support to those managing various stressors, including anxiety, depression, eating concerns, work-related issues, grief and loss, and significant life transitions. With expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy, she works collaboratively with clients to harness their strengths and cultivate coping skills. Dr. McGuire is committed to helping her clients accept life's challenges while celebrating its joys. Therapy can feel like a significant step, but with her guidance, individuals can explore how to enhance their quality of life. She looks forward to the opportunity of supporting those ready to embark on their therapeutic journey.

Amie Lynn Cooper, PsyD, is a dedicated psychologist specializing in Medical Psychology. With a deep understanding of how thoughts and feelings influence behaviors and physiological reactions, she particularly focuses on trauma responses and their impact on physiological systems. Amie is committed to guiding individuals in discovering healthy lifestyle choices as effective coping strategies, enabling them to better manage the demands of daily life. She believes in empowering her clients through a balanced approach that integrates body, mind, and soul. Utilizing a Gestalt methodology alongside Humanistic theory, Amie provides a supportive environment where each individual feels truly heard and can embark on their personal journey toward wellness. Her extensive training spans various therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based therapies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), making her well-equipped to assist teens, adults, and elders in overcoming challenges related to depression, trauma, PTSD, and substance use.