Find the Right Therapist for You in St. Charles & Across Missouri
Individual & Family Therapy | Insurance Accepted
Online & In-Person
No matter where you’re starting from, the right support can help you move forward.
Does Any of This Sound Familiar?
✔ Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward after difficult experiences?
✔ Struggling with focus, emotional regulation, or feeling misunderstood (ADHD or neurodivergence)?
✔ Navigating parenting challenges, family stress, or relationship tension?
✔ Supporting a child who needs help expressing emotions or building confidence?
✔ Feeling disconnected, anxious, or carrying stress that’s hard to manage on your own?
✔ Looking for a therapist who truly understands your unique situation — not just a one-size-fits-all approach?
About Our Practice
At Step By Step Counseling, we focus on connecting you with the right therapist and creating a plan that fits your life — not forcing you into a single approach.
We believe therapy works best when you feel understood, supported, and matched with someone who aligns with your needs.
We Can Help You With:
Trauma & Emotional Healing: Work through past experiences, process difficult emotions, and move forward with greater stability.
ADHD & Neurodivergence Support: Build tools for focus, emotional regulation, and daily functioning — for both individuals and families.
Autism Support (Children, Teens & Adults): Develop communication skills, emotional awareness, and confidence in a supportive environment.
Family & Parenting Challenges: Strengthen communication, reduce conflict, and create healthier family dynamics.
Relationship & Life Stress: Navigate transitions, relationship struggles, and ongoing stress with practical support.
Children & Teens Support: Help young clients express emotions, build confidence, and improve behavior and coping skills.
Get matched with a therapist today
Find out if our practice is right for you!
Fill out this form or call (636) 736-0778 to get started:
Our Therapeutic Approaches
Our therapists use a range of evidence-based approaches, allowing us to match you with someone who fits your needs and preferences:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
Develop practical tools to shift thought patterns and improve emotional responses.
EMDR Therapy: Process trauma and distressing memories in a structured, evidence-based way.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Build skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and relationships.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Strengthen connection and communication in relationships.
Play Therapy: Help children express themselves and work through challenges in a developmentally appropriate way.
How We Deliver Therapy:
Online Therapy Across Missouri: Secure, convenient sessions from anywhere in the state
In-Person Sessions: Available at our St. Charles, Missouri office and surrounding areas
How We Deliver Therapy:
Holly is truly exceptional. She leads with kindness, empathy, and a strong passion for helping others. Her person-centered approach helps people feel respected, understood, and supported. Holly listens deeply, validates without judgment, and empowers you to move at your own pace. Any client would be lucky to work with her.
Mike is genuine, compassionate, and deeply empathetic. He excels in creating a safe environment, perfect for insight and growth. Working with Mike is incredibly enriching, and he will be right there in step with you as you process your pain and discover your path towards recovery.
Kind, gracious. Listened well. You gave input and didn't leave me clueless to figure it out on my own. Called my attention to patterns in myself and others that I hadn’t recognized. Asked really good questions.
Holly is a truly authentic and genuine person who makes every interaction feel meaningful. Her personable nature instantly puts you at ease, and her insightfulness brings clarity and depth to every conversation. She has a rare ability to listen, understand, and offer thoughtful perspectives.
FAQs
Do you offer therapy for children and families?
Yes. We provide therapy for children, teens, adults, and families — including play therapy and family-focused support.
How does the matching process work?
You’ll complete a brief intake, and our team will match you with a therapist based on your needs, preferences, and goals.
What issues do you help with?
We support clients with trauma, ADHD, autism, family and parenting challenges, relationships, grief, and emotional stress.
What can I expect from my first session?
Your first session is a chance to get to know your therapist, talk about what’s bringing you in, and begin outlining next steps together.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept insurance — including Medicaid — and also offer sliding scale and private pay options.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person sessions?
Yes. Online therapy is a convenient and effective way to receive support, especially when in-person sessions aren’t possible.
How do I get started?
Getting started is simple.
Begin by completing a quick intake form so our team can learn more about what you're looking for. From there, we’ll match you with a therapist who fits your needs, preferences, and goals.
Once matched, we’ll help you schedule your first session — either in-person at our St. Charles office or online anywhere in Missouri.
You don’t have to figure it out alone — we’ll guide you step by step.
Insurance & Payment Options
We work to make therapy accessible:
✔ Insurance accepted (including Medicaid)
✔ Sliding scale options available
✔ Private pay (cash) options
See what others are saying
Fantastic! Brady does an excellent job of helping me identify the core issues bothering me and helping me treat these areas. I’ve had great success using the techniques he taught me and feel more at peace and comfortable with my past and present. I highly recommend Brady to anybody who needs somebody to talk to in therapy.
Brady is truly an amazing leader and counselor. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to change their lives and seeking freedom. He is empathetic, kind and seeks to understand those he serves. As I met with Brady for sessions, and was part of a team he lead, I learned about what grace truly means and how to give grace to others. Under his guidance and leadership I became a better person and a much better leader.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Start with a quick intake, and we’ll match you with a therapist who understands your needs and goals.
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Step By Step Counseling
In-Person in St. Charles, MO & Online Across Missouri
Helping Individuals, Children & Families Move Forward — Step by Step
Get Matched with a Therapist Today
