Social Isolation therapists in East Independence, MO
Browse Social Isolation therapists in East Independence, Missouri. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Merritt Leonhardt
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LSCSW, CDWF, MCLC
I am a Certified The Daring Way ™ Facilitator. The Daring Way ™ is based on the research of Brené Brown, PhD and all certified Daring Way™ programs are led by facilitators who have completed TDW training and certification process, led by Brené Brown, PhD and TDW Faculty. The primary focus is on exploring topics such as vulnerability, courage, shame, and worthiness & developing shame resilience skills and developing daily practices that transform the way we live, love, parent, and lead.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near East Independence, MO
Online in East Independence, MO
Kieri Olmstead
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Isolation is rarely just introversion. It's often a protection strategy — a way of avoiding rejection, judgment, or the vulnerability of being known and still left. At Simple Empathy we work with the parts of you that have decided connection is too risky, and we get honest about what experiences taught you that. This isn't about forcing you into social situations. It's about understanding the wall, who built it, and whether it's still keeping you safe or just keeping you alone.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near East Independence, MO
Online in East Independence, MO
Christina Song
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT-S
I work with individuals experiencing social isolation from a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective. Feeling disconnected can arise from life transitions, mental health challenges, systemic barriers, or past relational trauma, and it often affects both emotional and physical well-being. In therapy, we explore the factors contributing to isolation, the impact on your sense of self, and the patterns that may keep you disconnected.
Our work focuses on building meaningful connection, fostering self-compassion, and developing strategies to navigate social environments in ways that feel safe and authentic. Therapy becomes a space to reconnect with yourself and others, strengthen relational skills, and cultivate sustainable ways of belonging that honor your needs, boundaries, and values.
10 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Owelleth Mental Health
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MedFT
I help clients experiencing social isolation rebuild connection, confidence, and a sense of belonging at a pace that feels safe and supportive.
10 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Louis Hoffman
Psychologist, PhD
Social isolation can leave us feeling disconnected, lonely, and uncertain about our place in the world. Whether resulting from difficult relationships, life transitions, social anxiety, experiences of rejection, or other circumstances, isolation can profoundly affect our emotional well-being, sense of belonging, and overall quality of life. I work with individuals to explore the experiences, relational patterns, and underlying concerns that may contribute to feelings of disconnection. My approach recognizes the fundamental human need for meaningful relationships while also acknowledging the existential dimensions of loneliness and isolation. Together, we work toward developing greater self-understanding, navigating barriers to connection, and cultivating more authentic, fulfilling relationships while strengthening the capacity to find meaning and comfort in solitude.
25 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Social Isolation therapists in East Independence, MO Statistics
Social Isolation therapists in East Independence, MO average 16 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Existential / Humanistic Therapy (47%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Christian |