Relationship Issues Therapists in Saint Louis, MO

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Amy L. Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63108
My first love is relationship work! Let's talk about all your partnerships (including nontraditional) and strategize ways they could be better.
I was a traditional therapist for a decade; I now offer life & relationship coaching. It suits me to be so much more free & authentic! Coaching focuses on solving the current problems in your life; clients typically report feeling better after just a few sessions. Sometimes after just one! BUT it's not appropriate for everyone; I can't treat trauma or mood disorders. Coaching assumes you've done your therapy work already. If you're specifically looking for practical support for life, relationships, or work, check me out. You can easily book yourself on my calendar if it feels like a good fit, and I offer equitable fee options.
My first love is relationship work! Let's talk about all your partnerships (including nontraditional) and strategize ways they could be better.
I was a traditional therapist for a decade; I now offer life & relationship coaching. It suits me to be so much more free & authentic! Coaching focuses on solving the current problems in your life; clients typically report feeling better after just a few sessions. Sometimes after just one! BUT it's not appropriate for everyone; I can't treat trauma or mood disorders. Coaching assumes you've done your therapy work already. If you're specifically looking for practical support for life, relationships, or work, check me out. You can easily book yourself on my calendar if it feels like a good fit, and I offer equitable fee options.
(314) 470-3666 View (314) 470-3666
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William Mattingly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63122
My passion and specialty are using evidence-based treatment, an up-to-date understanding of the brain, and a safe, healing therapeutic relationship to help adolescents and adults who suffer from sleep issues, depression, anxiety, and sexual addiction and those struggling in their marriages and intimate relationships or moving through major life transitions.
Life is difficult. You can be coasting along, only to wake up and find you just don’t have the same kind of joy and excitement that you used to. Activities and being with people you used to enjoy now just feel dull and lifeless or fill you with anxiety and, no matter what you do, nothing changes. You have difficulty falling asleep and, when you finally do, you wake up feeling exhausted and unrested. Your relationships may often be defined by constant fighting, insecurity, or lack of connection and excitement. Issues of sexual integrity fill you with shame, and, no matter what you do, you continue to struggle.
My passion and specialty are using evidence-based treatment, an up-to-date understanding of the brain, and a safe, healing therapeutic relationship to help adolescents and adults who suffer from sleep issues, depression, anxiety, and sexual addiction and those struggling in their marriages and intimate relationships or moving through major life transitions.
Life is difficult. You can be coasting along, only to wake up and find you just don’t have the same kind of joy and excitement that you used to. Activities and being with people you used to enjoy now just feel dull and lifeless or fill you with anxiety and, no matter what you do, nothing changes. You have difficulty falling asleep and, when you finally do, you wake up feeling exhausted and unrested. Your relationships may often be defined by constant fighting, insecurity, or lack of connection and excitement. Issues of sexual integrity fill you with shame, and, no matter what you do, you continue to struggle.
(314) 310-2279 View (314) 310-2279
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Ashley Blake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63117
I specialize in working with successful professionals who experience depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.
People think you have it all together, but inside it feels like you're losing control. You can’t stay focused. Simple tasks that used to be easy feel overwhelming and you're avoiding them completely. You feel disconnected from the people around you, and you feel a constant underlying dread. You want to be easy-going and caring, but you're impatient and irritable. You want to be sociable and fun, but you're withdrawn and apathetic. Despite how competent you may seem to others, the fear of being exposed as a fraud looms over you constantly. You’re hanging on by a thread and it's only getting worse.
I specialize in working with successful professionals who experience depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.
People think you have it all together, but inside it feels like you're losing control. You can’t stay focused. Simple tasks that used to be easy feel overwhelming and you're avoiding them completely. You feel disconnected from the people around you, and you feel a constant underlying dread. You want to be easy-going and caring, but you're impatient and irritable. You want to be sociable and fun, but you're withdrawn and apathetic. Despite how competent you may seem to others, the fear of being exposed as a fraud looms over you constantly. You’re hanging on by a thread and it's only getting worse.
(314) 501-6844 View (314) 501-6844
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Lacey Burch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63141
I have extensive experience with difficult relationships including relationship endings, narcissistic abuse, and navigating relationships with personality disordered or antagonistic people from partners to parents to co-workers, and these challenging dynamics.
My name is Lacey, and I am so glad you're here. I specialize in assisting people who are struggling with emotional distress, difficulty coping with daily life, stressful relationships, and pivotal moments. Are you wondering how to take the next steps in your life, questioning how you got where you are now? Are you ready to examine your life on a deeper level and make changes, or get more comfortable with who you already are? Are you longing for a person and space to explore any and all of yourself and your life with a supportive and objective person to help guide you through? If so, I look forward to starting our journey together.
I have extensive experience with difficult relationships including relationship endings, narcissistic abuse, and navigating relationships with personality disordered or antagonistic people from partners to parents to co-workers, and these challenging dynamics.
My name is Lacey, and I am so glad you're here. I specialize in assisting people who are struggling with emotional distress, difficulty coping with daily life, stressful relationships, and pivotal moments. Are you wondering how to take the next steps in your life, questioning how you got where you are now? Are you ready to examine your life on a deeper level and make changes, or get more comfortable with who you already are? Are you longing for a person and space to explore any and all of yourself and your life with a supportive and objective person to help guide you through? If so, I look forward to starting our journey together.
(314) 736-3450 View (314) 736-3450
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Dr. Fatima La'Juan Muse
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MedFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63108  (Online Only)
” Let me meet you where you are and provide you with tools and techniques to move beyond your presenting relationship problems and into YOUR BLISS!.
Have you found yourself struggling with life stressors such as fertility problems, chronic illness, marital discord, relationship infidelity, or even difficulty making major decisions? If so, therapy is right for you. Are you blissfully happy and seeking pre-marital counseling with a future spouse? If so, therapy is right for you too! These incentives for counseling have one common thread, a desire to pinpoint areas where you are "stuck", guard against potential threats to your relationship harmony, improve your life, improve your relationship, and become the best version of yourself.
” Let me meet you where you are and provide you with tools and techniques to move beyond your presenting relationship problems and into YOUR BLISS!.
Have you found yourself struggling with life stressors such as fertility problems, chronic illness, marital discord, relationship infidelity, or even difficulty making major decisions? If so, therapy is right for you. Are you blissfully happy and seeking pre-marital counseling with a future spouse? If so, therapy is right for you too! These incentives for counseling have one common thread, a desire to pinpoint areas where you are "stuck", guard against potential threats to your relationship harmony, improve your life, improve your relationship, and become the best version of yourself.
(314) 916-3448 View (314) 916-3448
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Dr. A. P. Carmichael
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MEd, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Waitlist for new clients
I’m Gottman trained and experienced applying these skills to couples who are going through a relationship crisis (infidelity).
Relationships are part of what makes us human. We thrive when connected with others. I am passionate about helping people create and maintain healthy and loving relationships. I work with couples, families, and individuals and have strong experience working with LGBTQ clients. I make it a priority to create a safe space for all of my clients. It is through this atmosphere of acceptance that we can work together to create true change and growth. I work with individuals, families and couples who are going through a crisis, or those who are simply looking to strengthen their relationships.
I’m Gottman trained and experienced applying these skills to couples who are going through a relationship crisis (infidelity).
Relationships are part of what makes us human. We thrive when connected with others. I am passionate about helping people create and maintain healthy and loving relationships. I work with couples, families, and individuals and have strong experience working with LGBTQ clients. I make it a priority to create a safe space for all of my clients. It is through this atmosphere of acceptance that we can work together to create true change and growth. I work with individuals, families and couples who are going through a crisis, or those who are simply looking to strengthen their relationships.
(314) 682-4859 View (314) 682-4859
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Tina Marie Dale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Your relationship with yourself is reflected in interactions with family, friends, colleagues, professional life and your worldview. How do you seek, expect and provide attunement to yourself and important others? Often unrecognized inter-generational relational themes play a part in the manner by which one seeks connection. Attachment and relational patterns meant to gain closeness can mean one feels known & accepted or invisible & rejected. You can learn to listen to yourself with open-minded curiosity in order to identify your relational style, understanding how it supports or hinders you in life.
Your relationship with yourself is reflected in interactions with family, friends, colleagues, professional life and your worldview. How do you seek, expect and provide attunement to yourself and important others? Often unrecognized inter-generational relational themes play a part in the manner by which one seeks connection. Attachment and relational patterns meant to gain closeness can mean one feels known & accepted or invisible & rejected. You can learn to listen to yourself with open-minded curiosity in order to identify your relational style, understanding how it supports or hinders you in life.
(314) 287-5387 View (314) 287-5387
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Will Stanfield
Pre-Licensed Professional, CIT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63118  (Online Only)
Building a safe and trusting relationship is such an effective way to bring about positive change.
It’s not uncommon, at some point in our lives, to get to a point where we ask ourselves, “Does it really have to be this way forever? Do I really have to carry this pain for the rest of my life?” You may be experiencing some of this pain in your own life and are wondering how it can get better. Can this stress and anxiety really lessen? Do I have to go through all this alone? I want deeper more meaningful relationships, but how do I go about having that? Whether you’re feeling this pain alone or in relationship with another, you may be longing for the support of another to help make sense of what is happening.
Building a safe and trusting relationship is such an effective way to bring about positive change.
It’s not uncommon, at some point in our lives, to get to a point where we ask ourselves, “Does it really have to be this way forever? Do I really have to carry this pain for the rest of my life?” You may be experiencing some of this pain in your own life and are wondering how it can get better. Can this stress and anxiety really lessen? Do I have to go through all this alone? I want deeper more meaningful relationships, but how do I go about having that? Whether you’re feeling this pain alone or in relationship with another, you may be longing for the support of another to help make sense of what is happening.
(314) 582-9365 View (314) 582-9365
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Rachel Glik
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63105
After 28 years of counseling individuals, couples and families, and growing the love in a 30+ year marriage myself, I feel privileged to say I specialize in "Relationships." I love inspiring people to look more within themselves for happiness, security, and value; and to understand that friction in relationships can help us grow, and grow closer. Those open to change benefit most; a healthy couple takes healthy people. I also see adults individually, many with relationship challenges, but also seeking help with concerns like low self worth, anxiety, sadness, depression, negative thoughts, addictions, feeling stuck/unfulfilled.
After 28 years of counseling individuals, couples and families, and growing the love in a 30+ year marriage myself, I feel privileged to say I specialize in "Relationships." I love inspiring people to look more within themselves for happiness, security, and value; and to understand that friction in relationships can help us grow, and grow closer. Those open to change benefit most; a healthy couple takes healthy people. I also see adults individually, many with relationship challenges, but also seeking help with concerns like low self worth, anxiety, sadness, depression, negative thoughts, addictions, feeling stuck/unfulfilled.
(314) 925-9098 View (314) 925-9098
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Michelle Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Do you want someone to listen objectively to your problems and give you honest, helpful feedback? Are you struggling with relationship conflicts or loss, including the break up of an intimate relationship, a personal illness or death of a loved one? Do you need guidance with parenting, job stress, career changes, anxiety or depression? I understand life's challenges. I can help you to break down your problems into manageable tasks and give you the skills to look at issues differently. I can provide you with short term solution focused therapy or long term supportive counseling, based on your needs.
Do you want someone to listen objectively to your problems and give you honest, helpful feedback? Are you struggling with relationship conflicts or loss, including the break up of an intimate relationship, a personal illness or death of a loved one? Do you need guidance with parenting, job stress, career changes, anxiety or depression? I understand life's challenges. I can help you to break down your problems into manageable tasks and give you the skills to look at issues differently. I can provide you with short term solution focused therapy or long term supportive counseling, based on your needs.
(314) 696-6146 View (314) 696-6146
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Sam LeCointre
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63105
Welcome! It is my assumption that if you're searching for support, you might not be feeling your best, or honestly, you might just feel like shit. I show up for Clients who feel stuck for a multitude of reasons: wanting a career shift, having relational issues, processing relationship endings, those who struggle with the demands of parenthood, or maybe it's just the weight of the world. I work with adults who identify as over-achievers or people-pleasers.
Welcome! It is my assumption that if you're searching for support, you might not be feeling your best, or honestly, you might just feel like shit. I show up for Clients who feel stuck for a multitude of reasons: wanting a career shift, having relational issues, processing relationship endings, those who struggle with the demands of parenthood, or maybe it's just the weight of the world. I work with adults who identify as over-achievers or people-pleasers.
(314) 648-8847 View (314) 648-8847
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Elaine Krull
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63104
To reach this contentedness, I will support you through relationship issues and life transitions.
My work is focused on creating a safe, warm, and inviting space for individuals and couples to receive therapy. Many of the couples I work with experience poor communication, lack of trust, and resistance to change. I believe those who are open to change and self-awareness are those who will benefit the most. I also enjoy working with individuals. You may be struggling with interpersonal issues. You may feel unsure of your identity and of the things you want in life. For both couples and individuals, my job is to walk with you on the path toward happiness and contentedness.
To reach this contentedness, I will support you through relationship issues and life transitions.
My work is focused on creating a safe, warm, and inviting space for individuals and couples to receive therapy. Many of the couples I work with experience poor communication, lack of trust, and resistance to change. I believe those who are open to change and self-awareness are those who will benefit the most. I also enjoy working with individuals. You may be struggling with interpersonal issues. You may feel unsure of your identity and of the things you want in life. For both couples and individuals, my job is to walk with you on the path toward happiness and contentedness.
(314) 296-3222 View (314) 296-3222
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Megan Robb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, NCC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63130
I use art therapy and various evidenced based practices personalized to your working style because our relationship or the group relationship is my priority.
Hi, I'm Megan and I use she/her pronouns. I have 20 years experience working alongside people as they strengthen their inner knowledge and outward interactions. Therapy can bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. I think a lot about the brain and how we unconsciously replicate patterns. The work I do uses current brain-based therapy approaches to help integrate outdated patterns into newer, more helpful ones.
I use art therapy and various evidenced based practices personalized to your working style because our relationship or the group relationship is my priority.
Hi, I'm Megan and I use she/her pronouns. I have 20 years experience working alongside people as they strengthen their inner knowledge and outward interactions. Therapy can bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. I think a lot about the brain and how we unconsciously replicate patterns. The work I do uses current brain-based therapy approaches to help integrate outdated patterns into newer, more helpful ones.
(314) 970-5890 View (314) 970-5890
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Yvette Hamilton-Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63112
If you are looking to refresh your relationship, feeling overwhelmed, stressed, angry or confused, there is hope.
I provide services that strengthen individuals, couples, families, and adolescents.
If you are looking to refresh your relationship, feeling overwhelmed, stressed, angry or confused, there is hope.
I provide services that strengthen individuals, couples, families, and adolescents.
(314) 665-1714 View (314) 665-1714
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Justin Dodd
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63117
Are you tired, worried, or feeling alone? Maybe you're nervous or unsure what more can be done for a relationship you want badly to work. Do you feel frustrated, stuck, or hopeless in patterns you want to change? Do you long for tomorrow to feel different than today? Maybe a confidential space might just be a comfort right now. Wherever you are, it is often a hard thing to need help. It is often harder still to ask for it. I'm glad you're here and hanging on.
Are you tired, worried, or feeling alone? Maybe you're nervous or unsure what more can be done for a relationship you want badly to work. Do you feel frustrated, stuck, or hopeless in patterns you want to change? Do you long for tomorrow to feel different than today? Maybe a confidential space might just be a comfort right now. Wherever you are, it is often a hard thing to need help. It is often harder still to ask for it. I'm glad you're here and hanging on.
(314) 582-4216 x7 View (314) 582-4216 x7
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Transforming Lives Counseling Service, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63101  (Online Only)
I help with women's and men's issues, self-esteem, confidence, relationship challenges, work stressors, parenting and grief/loss.
At some point in life we all encounter a challenge, struggle or obstacle that may cause us to stumble or fall short of our dreams or expectations. We have a difficult time discerning the next step we should take and are confused by the many different opinions and influences of others. It is in these times that help from a professional counselor may be in order to aid in getting back or getting to the life we deserve. My name is Roshanda Neal and I am passionate about helping you to become victorious as you strive towards living your best life.
I help with women's and men's issues, self-esteem, confidence, relationship challenges, work stressors, parenting and grief/loss.
At some point in life we all encounter a challenge, struggle or obstacle that may cause us to stumble or fall short of our dreams or expectations. We have a difficult time discerning the next step we should take and are confused by the many different opinions and influences of others. It is in these times that help from a professional counselor may be in order to aid in getting back or getting to the life we deserve. My name is Roshanda Neal and I am passionate about helping you to become victorious as you strive towards living your best life.
(314) 628-8175 View (314) 628-8175
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LGBTQ+ Counseling St. Louis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63139
Relationship counseling: Lasting tradition & non-traditional relationships benefit from an objective 3rd party whose focus is not on any individual but the relationship "entity" itself.
While I provide individual and relationship counseling for all people, my special interest is to support marginalized populations. My primary expertise is providing counseling and supportive services for the LGBTQ+ constituency. As human beings, we all struggle with feelings of not being good enough, important enough, lovable or able to love. These feelings embed themselves very early in life producing defense mechanisms, although no longer needed, continue to operate below the surface, wreaking havoc on life, relationships and success. The battle is often a daily one; sometimes minute by minute. Don't suffer alone.
Relationship counseling: Lasting tradition & non-traditional relationships benefit from an objective 3rd party whose focus is not on any individual but the relationship "entity" itself.
While I provide individual and relationship counseling for all people, my special interest is to support marginalized populations. My primary expertise is providing counseling and supportive services for the LGBTQ+ constituency. As human beings, we all struggle with feelings of not being good enough, important enough, lovable or able to love. These feelings embed themselves very early in life producing defense mechanisms, although no longer needed, continue to operate below the surface, wreaking havoc on life, relationships and success. The battle is often a daily one; sometimes minute by minute. Don't suffer alone.
(314) 270-1852 View (314) 270-1852
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Kristy Wakefield Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63109  (Online Only)
I long for vitality - for you, for me, for everyone. ​I ​am passionate about supporting individuals​ as they​ grow in self-compassion, identifying values, and boundaries. I am relational, engaged, trauma informed, feminist, & passionate about supporting folks in the LGBTQ+ community. I care deeply for those navigating spiritual upheaval​ and loss of belonging​​​. I team up with you to create a supportive and safe environment within the counseling relationship to focus on your goals and needs. For more information or to email me, please visit my website (linked to the left).
I long for vitality - for you, for me, for everyone. ​I ​am passionate about supporting individuals​ as they​ grow in self-compassion, identifying values, and boundaries. I am relational, engaged, trauma informed, feminist, & passionate about supporting folks in the LGBTQ+ community. I care deeply for those navigating spiritual upheaval​ and loss of belonging​​​. I team up with you to create a supportive and safe environment within the counseling relationship to focus on your goals and needs. For more information or to email me, please visit my website (linked to the left).
(314) 947-2842 View (314) 947-2842
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Marty C Lintvedt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63119
Waitlist for new clients
Areas of experience include: couples and families in crisis; facing transition; clergy & military dynamics; bereavement; depression; abuse survivors; trauma; relationship and communication difficulties.
I have enjoyed working as a partner in mental health and wellness for over 20 years. It is my hope that as I walk alongside the client he or she will recognize strengths, develop skills, and embrace healing. While I have specialized training in some complex issues, much of the work of a counselor is helping people deal with the everyday struggles most of us face on a daily basis.
Areas of experience include: couples and families in crisis; facing transition; clergy & military dynamics; bereavement; depression; abuse survivors; trauma; relationship and communication difficulties.
I have enjoyed working as a partner in mental health and wellness for over 20 years. It is my hope that as I walk alongside the client he or she will recognize strengths, develop skills, and embrace healing. While I have specialized training in some complex issues, much of the work of a counselor is helping people deal with the everyday struggles most of us face on a daily basis.
(618) 704-7470 View (618) 704-7470
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Elizabeth Von
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63104
We may be a strong fit if you are searching to build a better relationship with yourself and the world around you.
Hello! I’m so grateful you’ve chosen to be here. I see the human experience as being similar to a cup of coffee; both complex and nuanced. Much like coffee, some experiences can leave us feeling bitter while others leave us feeling fulfilled. As your therapist, I will meet you wherever you are in your process and we’ll work collaboratively to navigate these lived experiences. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship that fosters self-exploration, curiosity, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
We may be a strong fit if you are searching to build a better relationship with yourself and the world around you.
Hello! I’m so grateful you’ve chosen to be here. I see the human experience as being similar to a cup of coffee; both complex and nuanced. Much like coffee, some experiences can leave us feeling bitter while others leave us feeling fulfilled. As your therapist, I will meet you wherever you are in your process and we’ll work collaboratively to navigate these lived experiences. Together we will build a therapeutic relationship that fosters self-exploration, curiosity, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
(314) 296-3222 View (314) 296-3222
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.



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