Existential / Humanistic therapists in East Saint Louis, IL
Browse Existential / Humanistic therapists in East Saint Louis, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Rizaldy R Ferrer
Psychologist, PHD
I’m a clinical psychologist who believes therapy works best when it feels thoughtful, collaborative, and genuinely human. I work with adults who may be navigating stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, emotional patterns, questions of identity or direction, or simply a sense that something in their lives is no longer working as well as they would like.
My approach is grounded in evidence-based psychology, but I do not believe therapy should feel mechanical or overly clinical. I try to understand each person in the context of their experiences, relationships, values, and the ways they have learned to cope with life. Together, we look not only at what is difficult, but also at the patterns underneath those difficulties and the possibilities for responding differently.
I often help clients develop greater self-awareness, tolerate discomfort more effectively, challenge rigid or unhelpful ways of thinking, and make gradual changes that are realistic and sustainable. At the same time, I believe therapy is not simply about fixing problems. It can also be about understanding yourself more deeply, becoming more intentional in how you live, and creating a life that feels more aligned with what matters to you.
My practice is provided entirely through online therapy, allowing me to work with clients from the privacy and convenience of their own space. I currently provide teletherapy to clients in states where I am licensed or authorized to practice through PSYPACT.
16 Years Experience
Online in East Saint Louis, IL (Online Only)
Existential
Gemstone Wellness, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC, LCSW, LPC
Gemstone Wellness offers trauma-informed, insight-oriented therapy for teens and adults seeking more than symptom relief. Our work is grounded in a deep understanding of trauma, anxiety, and nervous system regulation—helping you not just cope, but understand yourself at a meaningful level and create lasting change.
We also bring specialized expertise in sex therapy and grief and loss, supporting clients through some of life’s most vulnerable and complex experiences with care, nuance, and respect.
What sets us apart is how we show up. Therapy here is collaborative, human, and genuinely interactive. We are engaged with you—curious, attuned, and responsive. We laugh with you when it’s there, sit with you when it’s hard, and approach your story without judgment. You won’t find cold, clinical distance here—just real warmth, thoughtful insight, and a relationship that helps you feel seen.
10 Years Experience
Online in East Saint Louis, IL
Existential
Zena Caputo
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Many folks I work with reach out because they're tired of being held back by patterns that aren't serving them. Whether you've felt stuck in cycles of anxiety or self-criticism, by unhealthy use of substances or the legacy of past traumatic or distressing experiences, or feeling lost in midlife, moving through life differently is possible. I ground my work in a range of research-informed approaches, including EMDR, to help you improve your well being and connection with others, enhance your self-understanding, and be more present in important areas of life. Please note, I am based in the LA area though occasionally able to provide in-person therapy in the Bay Area, where I lived for 15 years.
10 Years Experience
Online in East Saint Louis, IL
Existential
Bergen Counseling Collective
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
You've been carrying too much for too long. The anxiety that won't quit. The depression that makes everything harder than it should be. The relationship that feels stuck. The past that keeps showing up uninvited. We help individuals and couples do the hard work that leads to real change. In-person appointments in Chicago. Telehealth across Illinois. Insurance accepted. Accepting new clients.
20 Years Experience
Online in East Saint Louis, IL
Existential
Paul Sather
Psychologist, PhD
I work with people to help them be the best version of their Self. Whether we are working on anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addiction, spiritual issues, grief or trauma, etc, We usually begin with the initial phase of getting through the issue that got them through the door of my office. After that we work on the underlying issues that contributed to the struggles they are having. I focus on developing the skills of emotional management so that a person's emotions are coloring their life rather than running their life. We look at habitual patterns of interpreting their circumstances and familiar bodily states that are keeping them stuck. We concentrate on getting control of the things they can control and letting go of those they cannot control. We also address the habits of their internal critic and the ways they respond to those judgements with the goal of developing a peaceful life that is resilient to the difficulties that may come in the future.
38 Years Experience
Online in East Saint Louis, IL
Existential / Humanistic Therapy therapists in East Saint Louis, IL Statistics
Existential / Humanistic Therapy therapists in East Saint Louis, IL average 16 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (84%), Depression (75%), and Stress (66%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
51%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Depression |
| 66% | Stress |
| 65% | Self Esteem |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 62% | Loss or Grief |
| 53% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Men |
| 32% | Military / Veterans |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |