Advanced Counseling Solutions

09/23/2026

**ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS**
*START APPOINTMENTS WITHIN A WEEK**
We have a new therapist starting and new appointment openings.
Insurance Plans Accepted:
MO Medicaid (MO HealthNet)
United Health Care (UHC/Optum)
Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield
Ambetter
Aetna
Evernorth / Cigna
Tri-West
Home State Health
Magellen
UHC Community Plan
Ask About Other Plans
We see Families, Couples, Children, and Adults Prioritizing mental health is important in improving our overall ability to get through the day easier.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by daily life stressors at school/work, with finances, parenting, dealing with the loss or separation from a loved one, relationship difficulties, and/or difficulties with trust, communication, or boundaries, therapy can help!
Send us a Message or Call Us at 573-664-1326 to schedule an appointment.

07/17/2026

Our phone and internet are currently down, please leave us a voicemail or message and we will get back to you as fast as we can! Sorry for the inconvenience. 

07/07/2026

**ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS**
*START APPOINTMENTS WITHIN A WEEK**
We have a new therapist starting!! They are accepting clients 5yo and older for in-person or video sessions.
Insurance Plans Accepted:
MO Medicaid (MO HealthNet)
United Health Care (UHC/Optum)
Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield
Ambetter
Aetna
Evernorth / Cigna
Tri-West
Home State Health
Healthy Blue
Magellen
UHC Community Plan
Ask About Other Plans
We see Families, Couples, Children, and Adults Prioritizing mental health is important in improving our overall ability to get through the day easier.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by daily life stressors at school/work, with finances, parenting, dealing with the loss or separation from a loved one, relationship difficulties, and/or difficulties with trust, communication, or boundaries, therapy can help!
Send us a Message or Call Us at 573-664-1326 to schedule an appointment.

06/23/2026

Would there be interest in participating in a back to school drive if we were to host one? Please send us a message or comment on this post.

04/27/2026

02/02/2026

Openings for Medicaid Clients!
Have Medicaid and looking for therapy?
We have recently brought on a new therapist that has immediate openings.

We have openings for clients with other insurances and self-pay as well, but wanted to make this post to specifically reach out to those who have Medicaid and are looking for a therapist.

We can provide in-person or video/phone therapy and this new therapist also has evening and weekend hours available!

Please reach out by messaging us here or calling us at 573-664-1326!

01/27/2026

**ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS**
*START APPOINTMENTS WITHIN 2 WEEKS*
We have hired a new therapist that will be accepting Medicaid patients only, at this time. If you have Medicaid, or a Managed Medicaid Plan (Healthy Blue, Home State Health, United Healthcare Community Plan) please reach out to get scheduled today. They will be able to see anyone ages 5 and older!

Both, in-person and video sessions available.

We also have therapists accepting patients with other insurance plans.
Insurance Plans Accepted:
VA Community Care Network (if you have VA benefits)
MO Medicaid (MO HealthNet)
United Health Care (UHC/Optum)
Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield
Ambetter
Aetna
Evernorth / Cigna
Home State Health
Healthy Blue
UHC Community Plan
Ask About Other Plans

We see Families, Couples, Children, and Adults Prioritizing mental health is important in improving our overall ability to get through the day easier.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by daily life stressors at work, with finances, dealing with the loss or separation from a loved one, relationship difficulties, and/or difficulties with trust, communication, or boundaries, therapy can help!

Send us a Message or Call Us at 573-664-1326 to schedule an appointment.

07/28/2025

🧠 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): 4 Steps to Heal Your Mind 🧠

CBT is one of the most effective, evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress-related issues.

But many people ask: "How does it actually work?"

This simple 4-step model gives us a clear path:

🔴 1. Identify Troubling Issues
Start by noticing what’s bothering you—fear, anger, shame, or negative self-image. Awareness is the first step toward healing.

🟣 2. Grasp Your Thoughts, Emotions & Beliefs
What do you tell yourself when you feel this way? Identify your self-talk, beliefs, and the meanings you attach to situations.

🟢 3. Identify Negative Thinking Patterns
Do you notice unhelpful thought cycles like catastrophizing, mind-reading, or black-and-white thinking? Map them out.

🟠 4. Reshape Negative Thinking
Now the real work begins. Replace distortions with more balanced, fact-based thoughts. Over time, this reshapes your emotional response.

💡 CBT is not about toxic positivity. It's about building psychological flexibility—a skill that empowers you to face life’s challenges with clarity and confidence.

Whether you're a clinician, a student, or someone seeking self-growth, this framework is a powerful tool to understand your own mind.

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📌 Share this visual for anyone struggling with anxiety, low mood, or overthinking.

06/25/2025

We are looking to fill a the position of a part-time receptionist. If interested, check out our post on indeed or email your resume to [email protected] Looking forward to getting a new person in the office!