Find a Therapist near Lake Ozark, MO

My overall goal in therapy is to assist you in being as healthy as possible physically, mentally, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. I believe all people are created with a need for purpose and meaning, a need for significant connection with others, and a capacity for growth. Thus I am committed to providing quality mental health care to assist you in achieving these goals. : The purpose of treatment may include relieving distress; decreasing symptoms of a mental or emotional disorder; improving one's mood, self-esteem, or overall well-being; working through trauma or loss; working to improve significant relationships; or learning better coping skills for life's challenges. As such, psychotherapy is not an exact science and it is not like a visit to a medical doctor, but rather requires your active participation in identifying problems and goals, and working to make changes. In order for therapy to be most successful, I will at times ask you to take specific steps to work on the issues we discuss, both during our sessions and in the time in between our appointments. I will work to create a safe setting in which you feel respected and accepted in order for you to openly discuss issues which may be at times personal and uncomfortable. I will be sensitive to the pacing and timing of these discussions to maximize a therapeutic result. Progress depends on many factors including motivation, effort, and how well we work as a team. Additionally, therapy at times involves unpleasant feelings and addressing issues that initially may be difficult, even painful. The changes you make may impact your relationships, your functioning on the job or at home, or your understanding of yourself. Some of these changes may be temporarily distressing. Whenever possible, we will anticipate these risks and discuss them throughout the course of therapy. Together we will work to achieve the best possible results for you.

I am an inclusive therapist. All is welcome. I specialize working with young adults and women who feel lost and alone in this world due to trauma or anxiety. Most of the clients I see are women dealing with trauma, low self-esteem or eating issues, and young adults experiencing anxiety. I also love working with the LGBTQ+ community. I use play therapy when working with children. I provide a flat fee for therapy that is about 30 percent less than the average rate for therapy in this area. I specialize in four types of clients: women and young adults who are dealing with past trauma, anxiety, people who often think they are not worthy of love or respect, and women with body image or eating issues. I draw from various therapeutic techniques depending on my client's needs. My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that the human spirit is capable of hope, love, and resilience. Impermanence is a fact of life, what matters is how we learn to cope with changes in life. During our initial sessions, we will establish treatment goals. You will feel at ease and comfortable during our sessions. I often use humor in my sessions and have both life and professional experience. Together, we will develop new coping skills and improve your quality of life. I also allow for sessions outside of regular business hours.

Tim Bizelli Counseling LLC is made up of a group of Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) and licensed clinical social workers with 65+ years of combined experience in the mental health field. Our goal is to help clients reach their optimum functioning and meet the mental health goals they set with each individual counselor. We offer individual, couples, and family counseling in this diverse practice. Our counselors bring genuine compassion, empathy, and motivation to be a viable resource to clients and to the community. Tim Bizelli Counseling LLC is made up of a group of Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs) and licensed clinical social workers with 65+ years of combined experience in the mental health field. Our goal is to help clients reach their optimum functioning and meet the mental health goals they set with each individual counselor. We offer individual, couples, and family counseling in this diverse practice. Our counselors bring genuine compassion, empathy, and motivation to be a viable resource to clients and to the community. We work with concerns such as anger management, self-harm and injury, relationship issues, men’s issues, women’s issues, mood challenges, thought challenges, stress management, anxiety, divorce care, parental issues, marital issues, family issues, suicidal ideation, teaching social skills to children and teenagers with Asperger’s, substance abuse, dual diagnosis, and borderline personality. Our therapists will assist you in custom-making a treatment plan that’s unique to your background, strengths, and liabilities. We truly enjoy serving the wonderful people in Weldon Spring, Missouri, and St. Charles County, Missouri.

I really appreciate the time and consideration in making me your therapist. I do not take that lightly. I really strive to provide a nonjudgmental environment, and want to help clients feel empowered and strong again. Some clients have deeper issues and are in therapy for a while, and others just need a tweak. Whatever your need is, where you start is not where you have to stay.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and I have worked in the social services field for two decades. I received my Master of Science in Social Work in 2012 from the University of Texas at Arlington, and I completed my Doctor of Social Work in 2023 from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. I have specialized training in complex developmental trauma and attachment, supporting the mental health needs of autistic people, and working with children, teens, and young adults. During my time as a social worker and therapist, I have provided services in multiple settings, including community mental health, private practice, residential treatment, and pediatric hospitals. Over the years, I have been asked many times why I became a therapist, and there have been a number of answers I have given. But one of them has always remained the same: I know what it is like to be hurting and not know what to do or who to turn to. My goal is to provide a space where your concerns can be worked on safely and openly.

When you sit down with me, we start with what matters to you. Depending on what you’re working on, we might examine thoughts that feed anxiety or depression, learn to interrupt emotional spirals before they take over, or work through how a past experience is still shaping the way you see yourself. I will stay present and honest. Together, we may laugh, we may cry, and we will have real conversations, sometimes challenging ones. My goal is to help you build the skills, understanding, and optimism you need for the road ahead.

I can see clients across the state of Missouri via Telehealth. I have a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and have been providing therapy for over thirty years. Much of my career has been in medical and law enforcement environments, along with outpatient clinics. I have also been a resource for other therapists. As a Psychologist in Missouri, I support people who are often the ones others rely on. If you are a leader, healer, protector, caregiver, teacher, or manager, it can be difficult to allow yourself to be a receiver of the healing, care, and protection you readily offer to others. Honoring yourself with the same care you give is not a luxury; it can help you feel more grounded, resilient, and effective in your professional and personal life. Anxiety, depression, and trauma are my greatest areas of experience. Interventions I utilize include eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), psychodynamic therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

I believe everyone has the innate ability to grow throughout their lives. I facilitate this process so you can find and stay on your path.

My approach to helping people is to meet them where they are -- to obtain a healthy rapport to build trust and recognize the goals clients are wanting to obtain. I believe we all have stress in our life that can be overwhelming and when a crisis hits on top of daily life, it can be devastating. Talking things through and realizing that there are options available is not only helpful, it is a healthy way of getting through the rough areas of life. I have been told I am down to earth, easy to talk to and trustworthy. I believe these traits are easily seen when meeting others and with these traits a sense of safety is felt helping communication and the sharing of experiences. There are many things we are faced with that seem unbearable. Talking helps!

Congratulate yourself on taking this move towards finding the support you need. This is the first step of your journey towards healing and growth. Welcome to a space in which you can find acceptance, support, and healing. Therapy is for everyone to help you achieve your next goals in a safe, supportive, and healthy manner. In this practice, clients are affirmed in their lived experiences, drawing on their strengths and wisdom to help them achieve goals and outcomes that are positive for them and their contexts. I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community and survivors of trauma. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, accepting space for you to identify the path that best fits for you to move forward into a healing life that helps you meet your goals. I offer a tailored, bespoke treatment plan based on your individual needs, goals, and time frame. By taking the time to seek out a provider, you are taking a large first step in the process of healing and finding support. I encourage you to reach out to me for a free consultation to determine how I can best help you on your path.