University City, MO Local Support & Community Resources

Arie Baker, MSW, LCSW, is a highly experienced Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with a compassionate, non-judgmental approach that empowers her clients to develop essential skills and recognize their inherent strengths. With a career spanning 25 years, she has cultivated a warm and welcoming environment conducive to processing life’s challenges and experiences. Arie received her Master’s in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis and dedicated over 12 years to supporting clients at the university. Her expertise encompasses a broad range of therapy modalities, including Compassion Focused, Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior (DBT) therapies, among others. Arie has worked with diverse demographics, including teens, adults, couples, and families, extending kindness and understanding to everyone she serves. By partnering with her clients, she facilitates meaningful growth and transformative change, ensuring that they feel safe to share their stories and navigate their journeys together.

Dr. First Choice, a highly qualified professional counselor, holds two doctorates in psychology and a master's degree in clinical mental health care. With extensive training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), she specializes in providing effective talk therapy for individuals of all ages—adolescents, adults, seniors, families, and groups. To achieve the best outcomes for her clients, Dr. Choice adopts cognitive-behavioral therapy as an initial approach, tailoring her methods to each unique situation. Her adept use of EMDR effectively addresses complex trauma and triggers, ensuring a compassionate and supportive therapeutic experience for all.

April Adams Edwards is a compassionate Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri with over 15 years of experience devoted to the mental well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Since establishing her private practice in 2012, she has skillfully addressed a range of concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, and conflicts within relationships and family dynamics. Her empathetic approach blends clinical expertise with a genuine commitment to helping clients achieve optimal mental health. Specializing in African/Black Psychology, April embraces a culturally sensitive methodology, ensuring her practice resonates with the diverse backgrounds of her clients.