Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | HMO - PPO, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | Medicare Advantage, +21 more
Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +7 more
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | HMO - PPO, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | Medicare Advantage, Cigna | Evernorth, Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage, Compsych, First Health Network, Humana Exchange, Humana HMO/POS, Humana Medicare Advantage, Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP, JP Farley Corporation, Medicare MO, Multi Plan PHCS, Municipal Health Benefit Program, Oscar Health, Railroad Medicare , Tricare East | Out of Network Provider, United Healthcare | Optum, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Colorado | GHI BMP, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Cigna | Evernorth EAP, Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum EAP
Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Career, ADHD, Sleep / Insomnia, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD
Serves ages 18-64, 14-17
About Cynthia
Cynthia Kohler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri who has 10 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults who struggle with the day to day life stressors. Cynthia completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University.
Cynthia believes that building a strong therapeutic relationship to help you work through issues like stress management, depression, anxiety, relationships, and many more will optimize how to get your life on the track you desire. Cynthia starts with a client-centered approach to assist you with developing goals to reach your full potential wherever you are in life.
Cynthia utilizes collaborative, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and strength-based approaches in therapy to meet your needs. Cynthia invites you to allow therapy to provide support during difficult times. A therapist will stand beside you as long as it is needed to complete goals and feel you are living your best productive and healthy life.
Education and training
Years in practice
10 years
Graduating Institute
Lindenwood University
Graduating Degree
Master of Arts in Professional Counseling
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, +15 more
Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, +9 more
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, First Health Network, Humana Exchange, Humana HMO/POS, Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP, JP Farley Corporation, Multi Plan PHCS, Municipal Health Benefit Program, Oscar Health, Tricare West, United Healthcare | Optum, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Cigna | Evernorth EAP, Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum EAP
Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Stress, Divorce / Breakup, Addiction, OCD / Obsessive-Compulsive, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD
Serves ages 18-64
About Justin
Justin Mann is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has 8 years of experience in the mental health field. Justin specializes in helping people overcome their struggles with depression, anxiety, substance use, and trauma. He also specializes in couples counseling and family therapy. Justin enjoys playing music and spending time with his wife and two sons.
Justin completed his Master of Social Work (MSW) at Saint Louis University, where he graduated as part of the Phi Alpha Honor Society. He has certifications in Co-Occurring Disorders and Medication Assisted Recovery. Justin's training and approach include evidence-based practices designed to help people change the way they think, which can effectively change the world around them. These techniques combined with a strong sense of empathy and a strengths-based approach have allowed him to help his clients realize their full potential. As a musician, Justin also enjoys incorporating elements of music and creativity, as he feels these are very helpful tools to help cope with what life brings you.
The stress of coping with all of the aspects of our current environment combined with struggling to maintain mental wellness can be overwhelming, and Justin enjoys helping others through these times. He focuses on developing and nurturing relationships with his clients, to help them reach their goals. Justin's approach is to treat the whole person, which includes a holistic approach with the understanding that oftentimes mental health difficulties co-occur simultaneously and impact one another.
Education and training
Years in practice
8 years
Graduating Institute
St. Louis University
Graduating Degree
Master of Social Work
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, +14 more
Chronic Illness, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +5 more
My multicultural background makes me a better psychologist.
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, First Health Network, Humana Exchange, Humana HMO/POS, Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP, JP Farley Corporation, Multi Plan PHCS, Municipal Health Benefit Program, Oscar Health, Tricare West, United Healthcare | Optum, Cigna | Evernorth EAP, Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum EAP
Chronic Illness, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Career, Life Transition, Anxiety, Grief / Loss, Depression
Serves ages 65+, 18-64
About Hiroko
"My multicultural background makes me a better psychologist."
Hiroko Arikawa is a Clinical Psychologist in the state of Missouri. She has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings in which she treated individuals with various conditions such as depression, anxiety, grief, psychological issues associated with medical illnesses and disabilities, and adjustment difficulties. At college counseling centers, she often had clients who were in therapy for personal growth. In therapy, Hiroko incorporates a client-centered approach with the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and a solution-focused approach.
Hiroko received her college education in Japan and in the states of Oregon, Washington, and California. Her doctoral program had a specialty in cross-cultural and international psychology. She recognizes the importance of cultural background and works with cultural minorities by race, ethnicity, religion, country of origin, language, disability status, and sexual orientation and identity. Hiroko is also well-published in the field of human-animal interactions, international psychology, and cultural issues.
Through therapy, Hiroko wishes you to grow as a person and lead a fulfilling life. Hiroko values the sense of humor and the ability to laugh in life. She would like to support you during the difficult times so that you can build stronger coping skills and gain a sense of hope, purpose, and meaning in life.
Education and training
Years in practice
13 years
Graduating Institute
California School of Professional Psychology
Graduating Degree
Doctor of Philosophy
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | HMO - PPO, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | Medicare Advantage, +21 more
Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, +5 more
I help people feel more comfortable and accepting of their mental health while validating and really listening to what they are saying and experiencing.
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | HMO - PPO, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | Medicare Advantage, Cigna | Evernorth, Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage, Compsych, First Health Network, Humana Exchange, Humana HMO/POS, Humana Medicare Advantage, Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP, JP Farley Corporation, Medicare MO, Multi Plan PHCS, Municipal Health Benefit Program, Oscar Health, Railroad Medicare , Tricare East | Out of Network Provider, Tricare West, United Healthcare | Optum, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Cigna | Evernorth EAP, Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum EAP
Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD
Serves ages 65+, 18-64
About Tiffany
"I help people feel more comfortable and accepting of their mental health while validating and really listening to what they are saying and experiencing."
Tiffany Burke is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri and Maryland. She has 9 years of experience providing individualized services to adults struggling with mental health and substance use.
Tiffany completed her undergraduate work at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville with a double major in Psychology and Criminal Justice and received her Master of Arts in Counseling at Lindenwood University in Belleville, IL. She uses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to challenge thoughts, motivational interviewing to elicit change talk, and a strengths-based approach to help clients address their concerns and manage everyday struggles in a healthier way.
Tiffany strives to develop a trusting, caring, and respectful relationship with her clients, and she seeks to recognize each person’s individuality and meet them where they are to achieve their goals and meet their needs. She provides a safe space for her clients to be able to discuss whatever is on their minds at that time. Tiffany believes in complete transparency as it affords the trusting and caring environment she intends to provide.
Education and training
Years in practice
9 years
Graduating Institute
Lindenwood University
Graduating Degree
Master of Arts in Counseling
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Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | HMO - PPO, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | Medicare Advantage, +18 more
Military / Veteran, Domestic Abuse, Narcissism, Anger, Coping Skills, +17 more
I understand that issues concerning anxiety and depression can have a negative impact on daily life.
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | HMO - PPO, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | Medicare Advantage, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, First Health Network, Humana Exchange, Humana HMO/POS, Humana Medicare Advantage, Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP, JP Farley Corporation, Medicare MO, Multi Plan PHCS, Municipal Health Benefit Program, Oscar Health, Railroad Medicare , Tricare East | Out of Network Provider, United Healthcare | Optum, Cigna | Evernorth EAP, Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum EAP
Military / Veteran, Domestic Abuse, Narcissism, Anger, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Women’s Issues, Career, Divorce / Breakup, ADHD, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, OCD / Obsessive-Compulsive, Postpartum / Pregnancy, Sleep / Insomnia, Eating Disorder, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Grief / Loss, Depression, Trauma / PTSD
Serves ages 0-5, 6-10, 65+, 11-13, 18-64, 14-17
About Susan
"I understand that issues concerning anxiety and depression can have a negative impact on daily life."
Susan Wise is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. Her experience includes marriage and family therapy, depression, anxiety, PTSD, abuse, self-esteem and self-confidence issues, grief, OCD, chemical dependency, and general life issues. Susan has extensive training and experience in group and individual therapy within both inpatient and outpatient settings. Susan likes to use some humor and art while enlightening and enhancing positive behaviors. She has also developed her own program using an art-based method and uses it when appropriate in the therapy process.
Susan earned her Ph.D. at St. Louis University. Her background is in private practice, and additionally has extensive experience with individuals with various conditions, from cancer patients to juvenile sex offenders, and geriatric clients. Her experiences allow Susan to view problems and possible positive solutions in a helpful and successful manner.
Everyone goes through negative experiences in life. Susan offers the opportunity to change negative thoughts into positive behaviors. If you are ready to make a commitment to change, please feel free to schedule an appointment.
Education and training
Years in practice
10 years
Graduating Institute
Saint Louis University
Graduating Degree
Doctor of Philosophy
No upcoming openings
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, +15 more
Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Addiction, +6 more
I am grateful for every challenging, gut retching, and painful event in my life as each one has taught and molded me into the person I am today. I like and am proud of that person.
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, First Health Network, Humana Exchange, Humana HMO/POS, Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP, JP Farley Corporation, Multi Plan PHCS, Municipal Health Benefit Program, Oscar Health, Tricare West, United Healthcare | Optum, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Cigna | Evernorth EAP, Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum EAP
Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Addiction, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Grief / Loss, Depression, Trauma / PTSD
Serves ages 18-64, 14-17
About Beth
"I am grateful for every challenging, gut retching, and painful event in my life as each one has taught and molded me into the person I am today. I like and am proud of that person. "
Beth Katona is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC) who has extensive experience with group, couples, and individual counseling, Beth specializes in many areas such as anxiety/depression, family and relationship issues, grief, dual diagnosis, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and substance abuse. She has 15 years of experience in the mental health field and her diverse professional background includes business management and extensive experience working with children and families in the foster care system.
Beth completed her undergraduate studies at Rutgers University and her Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology at Avila University. She is trauma-informed, sensitive to cultural differences, and an ally to the LGBTQ+ community. Humor, sincerity, and laughter are mandatory for Beth, and it is important to her that she is genuine in all her interactions. She has a unique gift to quickly understand and validate a person’s feelings and perspective. Beth feels that the greatest compliment is when a client expresses, “You get me like no one else has”. While all clients bring satisfaction, Beth has a special affinity for addiction-related issues, and for helping adolescents navigate the maze of their teenage lives. She enjoys helping clients create better relationships with all family members.
Beth believes that building rapport and trust are necessary for any therapeutic relationship, and she feels honored to do this while working with any client. She focuses on the client’s strengths to facilitate positive changes both in their life and belief systems. Beth’s favorite saying is, “Your journey is unfolding exactly as it should be”. She believes that every client’s journey is unique and she knows that everyone has individual goals and reasons for seeking counseling. She prides herself on being able to treat clients using a unique set of treatment modalities that work best for them. Some of Beth’s favorite modalities include cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), as well as an eclectic combination of other approaches.
Education and training
Years in practice
15 years
Graduating Institute
Avila University
Graduating Degree
Master of Science in Counseling Psychology
No upcoming openings
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, +14 more
Domestic Abuse, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Stress, +11 more
As someone with many years of experience who loves to continually learn, I am well-equipped to address a multitude of problems.
Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS, Cigna | Evernorth, Compsych, First Health Network, Humana Exchange, Humana HMO/POS, Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP, JP Farley Corporation, Multi Plan PHCS, Municipal Health Benefit Program, Oscar Health, Tricare West, United Healthcare | Optum, Cigna | Evernorth EAP, Quest Behavioral Health , United Healthcare | Optum EAP
Domestic Abuse, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Eating Disorder, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Grief / Loss, Depression, Trauma / PTSD
Serves ages 65+, 18-64
About Linda
"As someone with many years of experience who loves to continually learn, I am well-equipped to address a multitude of problems."
Dr. Linda Simmons is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults achieve healing and greater life fulfillment. Dr. Simmons specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, pain management, relationship issues, faith issues, and major life transitions.
Dr. Simmons earned her Master's and Doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology from George Fox University. She also has a Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Truman University. Dr. Simmons has continued her training and received her certification in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). She sees psychotherapy as a collaborative process with her clients, providing education and expert guidance, and encouraging clients to reach their goals. Psychotherapy is not a one-size-fits-all process and therapeutic approaches will be individualized to meet the client's needs.
None of us escapes the challenges life brings. As a wife, mother, and grandmother, Dr. Simmons has seen many of these challenges herself. Having someone with expert skills, empathy, compassion, and a strong desire to help walk with you in your journey will allow you a safe place to learn coping skills, gain a new perspective, and heal. If you are struggling, please call or go online to schedule an appointment with Dr. Simmons today.
Education and training
Years in practice
30 years
Graduating Institute
George Fox University
Graduating Degree
Doctor of Psychology
No upcoming openings
