Christian therapists in Poplar Bluff, Missouri MO
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Serving Christian
Taylor Esworthy
Marriage and Family Therapist, PMFT
Hi, I’m Taylor! If you’ve found your way here, something in your life might feel heavier than it looks on the outside. Maybe you’re showing up for everyone else while running on empty, feeling stuck in relationship patterns, or navigating a transition that’s left you unsure of who you are. In therapy, you don’t have to have it all together, you just get to be human. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families to create a space where you feel supported, understood, and able to move toward meaningful, lasting change.
1 Years Experience
Online in Poplar Bluff, MO Missouri
Serving Christian
Shannon Gorres
Life Coach, MDiv, MA
Life has a way of shaping us through both beauty and heartbreak. I deeply understand anger, anxiety, and existential dilemmas. My own journey has been one of profound feeling, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to growth.
Growth begins when we are willing to meet ourselves with honesty, curiosity, and care. For two decades I cultivated knowledge and skills to help others move through intense emotional pain, life transitions, and spiritual questions with greater clarity, resilience, and purpose. I faced seasons that tested everything I thought I knew. Healing from a narcissistic relationship, navigating a challenging postpartum year, grieving the loss of my mother, and embracing unexpected identity changes~ this all became part of my awakening. These experiences- combined with years of dedicated study and personal reflection- have deepened my compassion and understanding of the healing process. My work honors both the unique human spirit and the sacredness woven into everyday life.
Today, as a Master of Divinity and Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, I help people reconnect with their true selves, cultivate emotional healing, and explore a deeper relationship with the Divine. My work is grounded in authenticity, empathy, and meaningful transformation.
The values guiding my life are integrity, compassion, and wholehearted depth. I'd love to learn what values are leading you on your journey today.
11 Years Experience
Online in Poplar Bluff, MO Missouri
Serving Christian
Kevin Stegeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Clients can expect a welcoming, structured conversation focused on understanding what brings them to therapy and what they hope to gain from the process. I take time to learn about current challenges, relevant history, and any symptoms or stressors such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, or life transitions. We also begin identifying clear, collaborative goals so therapy has direction and purpose from the start. I typically introduce an initial treatment plan and may begin discussing early coping strategies or skills that can provide immediate support. My goal for the first session is to help clients feel heard, establish a sense of direction, and leave with a clearer understanding of how we will work together moving forward.
1 Years Experience
Online in Poplar Bluff, MO Missouri (Online Only)
Serving Christian
Restoration Counseling Ministries
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Hi! I'm Dr. John VanderKaay. I'm a Texas Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Supervisor and Missouri and Colorado Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Board Certified in both Professional Christian Counseling and Pastoral Counseling and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor.
I have more than thirty years experience in ministry; Fifteen years in military chaplaincy, in both Active Duty and Reserves, including combat tour of duty in Iraq; Selected as Senior Protestant Chaplain twice as a Captain; Featured in several newspapers, US Air Force website and Department of Defense’s Real Warriors program for work in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Suicide Intervention. I hold a Masters of Arts in Theological Studies, a Masters of Divinity, specializing in Pastoral Counseling, and a Doctor of Ministry in Marriage and Family Counseling. My wife, Terri, have been married 30+ years and have five kids: two married daughters and two sons-in-law, Danielle & Kendall, and Lydia and Blane, and three sons, Timothy, Stephen, and Nate.
31 Years Experience
Online in Poplar Bluff, MO Missouri
Serving Christian
Wayne G. Siegel, PhD, ABPP
Psychologist, Clinical Psychology
I have over 34 years of experience working as a clinical psychologist. The bulk of my career was spent at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, where I provided comprehensive, evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention for a range of mental health difficulties, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, substance use, sleep, chronic pain, personality disorders, and psychosis. In addition to my clinical work, I served as the overall Director of Training for the APA-accredited doctoral internship and postdoctoral residency training programs. Throughout my tenure in this position, I have had the honor of providing clinical supervision and mentorship to over 300 psychology interns and postdoctoral residents.
Since retiring from my position at the VA, I have continued to…
- Maintain a private practice providing individual psychotherapy and psychological assessment
- Serve in several volunteer leadership roles involved in the national management and coordination of psychology training and education and the overall profession of psychology
- Serve on the Minnesota Board of Law Examiners
- Serve as an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota's Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program
- Teach graduate-level courses at local psychology doctoral programs
On a more personal note, I have a passion for travel and the thrill of discovering new culinary adventures and restaurants. Cooking, art, and photography are creative outlets that I cherish, along with a love for nature and outdoor activities. My commitment to health and an active lifestyle is evident in my lifelong engagement with endurance sports, including marathon running, cycling, ironman triathlons, and hiking. These activities not only challenge me physically but also provide a strong sense of accomplishment and joy.
My practice is anchored in the belief that my clients are more than just their symptoms or diagnoses. I collaborate closely with them to thoroughly understand their unique struggles and customize a treatment approach that utilizes proven methods to address their specific needs. My objective is to apply my years of knowledge and expertise to every individual I assist.
I have extensive experience working with adults from diverse ethnic, racial, gender, sexual, and religious backgrounds. Additionally, I have developed specialized skills to address the unique challenges faced by healthcare professionals.
33 Years Experience
Online in Poplar Bluff, MO Missouri (Online Only)
Christian therapists in Poplar Bluff, Missouri Statistics
Christian therapists in Poplar Bluff, Missouri average 17 years of experience and charge around $193 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Depression (72%), and Self Esteem (61%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$193
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
In Person and Online |
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| 49% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 72% | Depression |
| 61% | Self Esteem |
| 59% | Loss or Grief |
| 59% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Stress |
| 46% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 54% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Christian |
| 85% | Women |
| 70% | Men |
| 59% | Military / Veterans |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |