Counseling in Sikeston

I’m looking for counseling in Sikeston. What are my options?

We have counselors near Sikeston MO. If you or your loved ones are searching for counseling in Sikeston, consider the team at Great Oak Counseling.  From counseling services in Sikeston MO to anxiety and depression therapy to a wide range of Sikeston MO mental health services, our experienced team of professionals is ready and able to guide you and your family through a variety of challenges. We work with individuals, couples, and families working through marriage issues, depression, anxiety, pornography addiction, sex addiction, drug or alcohol addiction, anger management and more. Many of our therapists in Sikeston have advanced training and certification in specialty areas, such as couples therapy, trauma and PTSD, sexual abuse, physical abuse, infidelity, and counseling for teens and children.

 

What are the signs that an individual, child, or family might benefit from counseling?

If you think you or a loved one might benefit from counseling, we first recommend reaching out to your doctor and giving our team a call at 573.271.2008. The staff at Great Oak Counseling can work with you to better understand whether or not counseling is the right form of treatment. In general, counseling can be helpful if you notice various signs or symptoms that are affecting your or your loved one’s ability to engage in daily activities. Counseling can be an effective treatment for the symptoms of depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal ideation, personality disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, crisis, and grief/loss. Counseling can also be helpful with a variety of childhood or family issues such as ADHD, reactive attachment disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and more.

 

Where can I find counseling in Sikeston?

At Great Oak Counseling, conveniently located just off Kingshighway in Cape Girardeau, our staff of counselors has advanced training and certification in many specialty areas, including couples counseling, individual counseling, child counseling, and addiction counseling. Our office is easily accessible from I-55 at Exit 99 or 96 and is designed to help you feel welcome and at home in a professional setting.

The Director & Owner of Great Oak Counseling is Dr. Travis Smith. Dr. Travis Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Doctor of Counseling and Supervision (Ph.D.), receiving his Master’s in Marital, Couple and Family of Counseling in 2006 and his Doctorate in Counselor Education and Counseling in 2009 from Idaho State University. Travis has presented at the local, state and national levels and published his research on topics related to couples counseling, private practice, ethics in counseling and addiction recovery and treatment. In February 2013, Dr. Smith was featured on Oprah Winfrey’s Network on the series, “Unfaithful” as an expert in treating sexual addiction and issues related to infidelity.

 

I’m interested in counseling. What do I do next?

If you or a loved one is searching specifically for counseling in Sikeston or a family counseling center Sikeston MO, you have come to the right place. Therapy and counseling is so beneficial because it is a collaborative effort between the counselor and the client. Professional counselors help clients identify goals and potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil; seek to improve communication and coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behavior change and optimal mental health.

 

At Great Oak Counseling, we consider it a privilege to assist you in your journey. A symbol of courage and power, the Great Oak tree gains strength from deep roots that grow and develop through patience and persistence. As a Great Oak tree matures, its ability to withstand rain, wind, storm and other toxic intruders is unparalleled. The tree’s patience, endurance and strength is then able to produce some of the most beautiful and inspiring forms of life. As professional counselors, the philosophy of Great Oak Counseling is consistent with this symbolism of the Great Oak. We believe all people have the capacity to grow, be courageous and endure patiently. Through the challenges we experience, we increase our capacity to heal and grow stronger.

 

To set up an appointment or ask for additional information about any of our services or workshops, please give the Great Oak Counseling team a call at 573.271.2008 or send an email to info@greatoakcounseling.com. We look forward to hearing from you soon and meeting your needs for counseling in Sikeston!