Your Path to Emotional Stability and Personal Growth
Empower Your Journey to a Healthier, More Fulfilling Life
Dear Friend,
You wake up every morning with a heavy weight on your chest. The thought of facing another day feels overwhelming, and even the simplest tasks seem like monumental challenges. This isn’t just about feeling a little down or nervous; it’s a constant, all-consuming struggle that affects every part of your life.
At Safe Harbor Counseling, I understand these feelings and am here to help you find a way forward.
You feel trapped in a cycle of worry, sadness, and exhaustion.
Maybe you can’t stop thinking about all the things that could go wrong, leaving you constantly on edge. Or perhaps you feel a deep sense of hopelessness, where even activities you once enjoyed seeming pointless. These emotions might make it hard for you to concentrate at work, causing your performance to slip and adding to your stress. You might find yourself withdrawing from friends and family, feeling too drained to engage in social activities or fearing you’ll be judged or misunderstood.
Meeting Your Guide
Michael Mason, M.Ed., LPC, NCC
That’s where I come in. At Safe Harbor Counseling, I’m here to walk with you through these difficult times. I’m not just a professional; I’m a compassionate guide who truly understands what you’re going through. I’m dedicated to helping you navigate these overwhelming feelings and find a path to a better life.
You want a therapist who understands your struggles and can provide the counseling support you need. With a master's in education and credentials as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), you can trust that you're in capable hands. You feel reassured knowing that my extensive experience in trauma-informed care and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy directly benefits you. You experience a safe, non-judgmental space where your unique needs are met with compassion and expertise.
Personal Growth and Life Transitions
Navigating Life's Complexities
Navigating Life's Complexities
Navigating Life's Complexities
You feel overwhelmed by life’s transitions and the struggle to achieve work-life balance. At Safe Harbor Counseling, our therapist understand these challenges and offer integrative therapy that combines various therapeutic techniques to create personalized counseling just for you. By integrating methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), you experience effective and sustainable strategies to manage your daily stressors.
Identity and Purpose
Navigating Life's Complexities
Navigating Life's Complexities
With your therapist you embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery with our humanistic and narrative therapies. These counseling approaches encourage you to explore and affirm your identity and life’s purpose. Imagine finding renewed passion and direction in your career, reshaping your life story to align with your personal values and aspirations.
Coping with Life's Challenges
Navigating Life's Complexities
Coping with Life's Challenges
When facing loss and significant life changes, you don’t have to do it alone. Our strength-based and trauma-focused therapies, our therapist support you through tough times, helping you build resilience and find healing. You receive counseling for coping with grief, adapting to new realities, and ultimately finding a path forward.
Mental Health and Emotional Well-being
Mood and Personality Disorders
Mood and Personality Disorders
Mood and Personality Disorders
Confronting mood swings or the intricacies of personality disorders can be daunting. Our therapists specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), these counseling modalities offer pathways to stability and well-being. One client’s journey with CBT transformed their battle with bipolar disorder, turning a life of unpredictability into one of harmony.
Stress and Anxiety Solutions
Mood and Personality Disorders
Mood and Personality Disorders
Stress and anxiety can cast a shadow over your daily life, however our therapist using mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT) partner with you to bring light into the darkness. These evidence-based counseling approaches help you untangle the knots of anxiety, leading to a more peaceful and centered existence.
Building Emotional Resilience
Mood and Personality Disorders
Building Emotional Resilience
Resilience is key to navigating life's emotional challenges. Our therapist using emotionally focused and person-centered counseling empowers you to strengthen your coping skills within a nurturing environment. Discover how you can reclaim a sense of control and emotional equilibrium through guided support and therapy.
Behavioral Challenges and Relationship Dynamics
Special Focus Groups
Substance Use and Behavioral Issues
Substance Use and Behavioral Issues
We recognize the unique experiences of parents of children with disabilities, veterans, and individuals navigating their gender and sexual identity. Our therapist culturally sensitive, trauma-focused counseling provide specialized care, addressing the distinct challenges these individuals face. From the relentless cycle of caregiving and concern, coping with the aftermath of service to embracing one's identity, our supportive environment is a cornerstone for building understanding and resilience.
Substance Use and Behavioral Issues
Substance Use and Behavioral Issues
Substance Use and Behavioral Issues
If you struggle with substances and detrimental behaviors, our therapists utilize motivational interviewing and relapse prevention strategies in counseling to help you regain control. Our approach goes beyond addressing the behavior; we help you understand and transform the underlying causes.
Enhancing Relationship Dynamics
Substance Use and Behavioral Issues
Enhancing Relationship Dynamics
The quality of your relationships directly influences your happiness. Through emotionally focused counseling and psychoanalytic techniques, our therapist delve into the emotional depths of your relationships, addressing conflicts and nurturing the growth of healthy, satisfying connections.
Finding Relief and Transformation
Imagine waking up with a sense of hope and purpose.
Picture yourself handling challenges with confidence, feeling calm and in control. With your therapist and counseling, you’ll learn how to manage your anxiety and depression, reduce your stress, and improve your relationships. You’ll start to see positive changes in your everyday life—at work, at home, and within yourself.
Avoiding the Downward Spiral
Without the right support, these overwhelming feelings can take over, making it even harder to function and enjoy life. But by reaching out to our therapist, you can avoid these negative outcomes. Safe Harbor Counseling is here to help you break the cycle of despair and find a way to move forward.
Your Transformation
Through your partnership in counseling and with your therapist, you’ll experience a transformation. You’ll move from feeling trapped and overwhelmed to feeling empowered and hopeful. You’ll discover the strength within you to overcome obstacles and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling life.
You don't have to continue to struggle and suffer. Without help, you may keep experiencing the same painful patterns over and over, feeling stuck and overwhelmed. But together, we can break this cycle. You and I can work to create lasting change, helping you find relief, growth, and a more fulfilling life. Don't let these patterns define your future—let's transform them together. Getting help is brave. Getting help is being strong.
Take the First Step Towards a Better Tomorrow
Don’t let another day go by feeling isolated or overwhelmed. Reach out now, and let's have a chat about how we can work together to create a roadmap for your recovery. You've fought hard enough on your own; now let's win this together.Your past challenges can become the foundation of your strength. I'm here to help you build on them and achieve the life you deserve.
Your Trust Is Our Foundation
At Safe Harbor Counseling of Missouri, we deeply value the trust you place in us. Our therapists are committed to upholding the highest standards of care and professionalism. Below, you will find the badges of accreditation and associations that endorse our dedication to quality, ethical practice, and continuous improvement in trauma-informed counseling online.
Our Accreditations and Associations
- Licensed Professional Counselor of Missouri: Proudly licensed therapist to provide you with competent and professional trauma-informed counseling online.
- Verified by Psychology Today: Our practice meets the rigorous verification standards of Psychology Today, ensuring that we provide top-tier psychological services.
- Good Therapy Affiliation: Recognized by Good Therapy for our ethical and professional services, we are part of a network dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being.
- Therapist.com Participant: As a verified member, we connect with individuals seeking personalized and effective mental health care tailored to their unique needs.
- National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC): We hold certification from the NBCC, highlighting our commitment to high ethical standards, continued education, and best practices in counseling.
- Therapy Den: Our promise to support clients of all abilities, genders, race, sexual orientation, and more.
Welcome to Safe Harbor Counseling of Missouri
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