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Festus, MO

Festus, MO

Festus, Missouri, is a vibrant community characterized by a mix of local charm and accessibility, providing residents with essential amenities and diverse recreational opportunities. While affordable housing and a stable job market are significant benefits, the area's socio-economic landscape also presents challenges, including income disparities and access to healthcare. These factors contribute to stress and mental health issues among residents, highlighting the need for supportive resources. Fortunately, multiple mental health centers in Festus are dedicated to addressing these challenges, offering a range of services from individual therapy to group counseling and wellness programs. These facilities provide compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of the community, fostering resilience and promoting overall well-being. Whether navigating persistent mental health issues or seeking proactive support, residents can explore a diverse array of local resources designed to enhance mental wellness and ensure no one has to face their journey alone.

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Julia Bahr

Julia Bahr

Festus, MO
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Julia Bahr is a compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families through transformative therapeutic journeys. With expertise in a variety of modalities, including trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and family systems counseling, Julia addresses a diverse range of issues such as marital and premarital concerns, trauma, and emotional disturbances. Her holistic approach combines techniques from Adlerian psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and positive psychology, empowering her clients to embrace their personal growth and healing. As a proponent of mindfulness-based therapy and Christian counseling, Julia approaches each session with warmth, understanding, and a deep commitment to fostering personal connection and resilience. She warmly invites clients of all ages, from teens to elders, to explore their innermost thoughts and feelings in a safe and nurturing environment.
Specialties
PTSD/Trauma
Lindsay Ellison

Lindsay Ellison

Festus, MO
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS
Lindsay Ellison is a licensed professional counselor with a heartfelt commitment to working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. She has developed a profound passion for supporting adolescents and young adults, though her expertise extends across various age groups. Lindsay finds immense joy in guiding individuals through their hardships, helping them to discover growth and healing on their journey. Her dedication to assisting clients navigating the challenges of anxiety and depression stems from her understanding of their difficulties and the joy that comes with finding healing. Additionally, she works closely with foster youth and provides family therapy to support families working towards reunification. With training in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills, Lindsay offers compassionate support to individuals facing suicidal thoughts or behaviors. She is particularly drawn to helping those who struggle with finding meaning and purpose or face unhealthy self-perceptions, as she believes that everyone has a significant story and inherent worth. Lindsay's hope is for each individual to uncover their potential for growth and healing, enabling them to thrive. She strives to create a warm and inviting therapeutic environment, ready to meet clients where they are on their journey and guide them towards their personal goals.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Teens
Brandi Gillam

Brandi Gillam

Festus, MO
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Brandi Gillam is a compassionate and skilled Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, dedicated to supporting adolescents and adults through their healing journeys. She understands that clients may struggle with anxiety, mood swings, panic attacks, and overwhelming stress, often feeling disconnected in their relationships. Brandi's holistic therapeutic approach addresses both mind and body, empowering individuals to overcome challenges such as trauma, abuse, depression, anger, grief, low self-worth, impulsiveness, addictions, and relationship issues. She utilizes a diverse range of therapeutic techniques, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practices, ensuring each client's unique needs and goals are met. Through her guidance, clients can cultivate self-awareness, manage triggers, enhance self-regulation skills, and foster healthier relationships with their past experiences. Brandi believes that the power to heal lies within each individual, and she is committed to joining them on their path to a more peaceful, joyful, and fulfilling life.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Bipolar Getting Unstuck Grief Managing Emotions PTSD/Trauma Panic Attacks Relationship Stress

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