FAQs About Online Therapy Missouri
Online therapy Missouri -wide has become increasingly popular, and it’s no wonder why. The flexibility, accessibility, and effectiveness of virtual sessions make it a fantastic option for college students juggling busy schedules. At Compassionate Counseling St. Louis, our therapists love offering online therapy across Missouri, helping clients work through anxiety, trauma, and other challenges—all from the comfort of their own space.
Whether you’re a college student or early 20s adult dealing with stress, trauma, or other emotional challenges, our expert team is here to help.
Why College Students Love Online Therapy in Missouri
College life can be overwhelming, with academic pressure, social challenges, and personal growth all happening at once. Online therapy offers college students:
Convenience: Sessions fit into your schedule, whether between classes or after a late study session.
Comfort: Engage in therapy from your dorm, apartment, or favorite quiet spot.
Privacy: No need to visit an office—your therapy space is wherever you feel secure.
Meet Our Online Therapy Team
Molly Shaffer, MA, LPC
Trauma Specialist
Managing anxiety, stress, and even trauma through the online therapy space requires a structured, gentle approach. Molly explains:
"Trust and relationship-building are crucial, and we create a safe, confidential environment by encouraging clients to find a private, interruption-free space. A lot of focus goes into teaching calming strategies and setting clear boundaries for sessions. With the right support and structure, online therapy empowers clients to feel safe and engaged in the therapeutic process."
Samantha Ferrara, MSW, LCSW
Certified TF-CBT Therapist, RO-DBT Level 1, Parent Coach
Samantha has found that online therapy offers unique advantages for processing tough experiences like trauma and bullying:
"Virtual therapy amplifies a safe space where clients can ground themselves using personal comforts like favorite scents, objects, or supplies. Being in their own environment—whether a dorm, apartment, or home—often empowers clients and leads to positive outcomes. We also create safety plans to help clients feel supported during and after sessions, ensuring they have tools to manage big emotions."
FAQs About Online Therapy in Missouri
How do you build a strong therapeutic relationship during Online Therapy in Missouri?
Building trust is central to the online therapy (and in person therapy!) that we provide. The therapists at Compassionate Counseling St. Louis focus on creating a warm, empathetic, and confidential space where clients feel understood and supported. We encourage open communication and involve you in tailoring sessions to your needs, ensuring a collaborative and safe therapeutic experience.
What are the benefits of Online Therapy for kids, teens, and college students in Missouri?
Online therapy offers really great flexibility in scheduling, allowing you to fit sessions into their busy schedules without transportation time to worry about. And if meeting with an anxiety, trauma, or toxic perfectionism specialist is important to you, you may not find a great resource physically located close enough to you - which is where we would come in. Even if we’re in St. Louis, we can meet with students throughout the Missouri region.
We also find that college students and young adults in particular appreciate the ability to engage in therapy just from their phone and computer, meaning you can meet us from your room, from your bed, or even from the study room at the library.
How do you handle big emotions or meltdowns during Online Therapy sessions?
As specialists in anxiety-drvien anger, all of our therapists are trained to guide clients through overwhelming emotions by using calming strategies in real-time. We may incorporate grounding exercises, mindfulness techniques, or emotion regulation tools to help clients regain a sense of control. For younger clients, parents can also be involved in creating a crisis plan to ensure safety and support.
How do you measure progress during Online Therapy sessions?
Progress is tracked through regular check-ins, goal-setting, and client feedback. We always use the Outcomes Ratings Scale and Sessions Ratings Scale to track your outcomes on a week to week basis. Using these scores, we can see where we’re making progress, what areas of your life need more work, and we can also ensure that our therapist is the best fit for what you really need. This collaborative process ensures that therapy remains effective and aligned with the your goals.
Why Choose Online Therapy in Missouri with Compassionate Counseling St. Louis?
Specialized Therapists: Our team focuses on anxiety, trauma, and stress in children, teens, and young adults.
Flexible Appointments: Fit therapy into your college schedule with ease.
Supportive Approach: We help clients develop real-time strategies for managing overwhelming emotions, building confidence and resilience along the way.
Take the Next Step
Interested in online therapy in Missouri? Appointments are available now with our expert therapists at Compassionate Counseling St. Louis.
Schedule a free consultation call to learn more about our services and how we can help you or your child thrive.
Not sure if you want in-person counseling or online therapy? We offer both and can help you decide which is the best option for you!
Curious to learn more about anxiety and anxiety-driven anger? Googling around for “Online Therapy Missouri” or just a general “therapist near me”?Reach out to us at hello@compassionatecounselingstl.com. As child anxiety experts, we love working with kids, teens, college students and parents to help manage their anxiety, stress, and anger. Compassionate Counseling St. Louis is located in Clayton, MO and works with families throughout St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Ladue, University City, Town and Country, Webster Groves, Creve Couer, Kirkwood, Richmond Heights, and Brentwood. We also provide online therapy Missouri -wide to teens and college students. You can set up your first free consult on this website, on our consultation page.
