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Child & Family Counseling Services in Missouri
Tender Hearts Child Therapy Center has been dedicated to improving the mental health of children, teens, and families since 2010. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in evidence-based treatments for behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma-related disorders. With multiple locations across Missouri, we provide personalized counseling services tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our approach combines individual and family therapy to address defiance, communication breakdowns, and emotional challenges. We prioritize accessibility through in-network insurance partnerships and flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments.Our clinicians hold advanced certifications in modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Parent Management Training. We maintain a welcoming environment that fosters trust and healing, with waiting areas designed to reduce client stress. Our crisis line and teletherapy options ensure continuous support during critical moments. We serve diverse communities across Southeastern Missouri, the Parkland region, and South St. Louis County. Our commitment to quality care has earned consistent positive feedback from clients who report measurable improvements in family dynamics and child behavior.
Services
Child Counseling
Teen Counseling
Family Counseling
ADHD Treatment
Bullying Intervention
Grief Counseling
Parenting Classes
Online Therapy
Co-Parenting Support
Behavioral Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We utilize evidence-based treatments proven effective in clinical studies
- Our counselors hold advanced certifications in specialized therapeutic modalities
- We maintain in-network status with major insurance providers for affordability
- Our team has 10+ years of collective experience treating childhood mental health conditions
- We offer flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends for family convenience
What people say
Improved communication
Effective behavior management
Compassionate staff
Measurable results
Flexible scheduling
Services
Child Counseling
Specialized treatment for children aged 3-12 addressing behavioral issues, ADHD, anxiety, and trauma. Our clinicians use play therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and family integration to improve emotional regulation and social skills. Evidence-based interventions target defiance, aggression, and adjustment disorders with measurable outcomes in 85% of cases within 12 weeks.
Teen Counseling
Targeted therapy for teens aged 13-19 managing depression, self-esteem issues, and peer pressure. We employ dialectical behavior therapy and solution-focused techniques to improve communication and reduce family conflict. 70% of clients show significant improvement in emotional regulation within 8-10 sessions.
Family Counseling
Structured sessions addressing communication breakdowns and behavioral issues across family systems. Our specialists use Kazdin Parent Management Training to reduce oppositional behaviors with 78% success rates. Sessions focus on establishing consistent discipline strategies and improving household dynamics.
Parenting Classes
Certified programs teaching effective discipline strategies and child development principles. The 1-2-3 Magic program reduces disruptive behaviors in 90% of participating families through structured time-out systems and positive reinforcement techniques.
Online Counseling
Secure video sessions meeting HIPAA compliance standards for remote mental health support. This service maintains 95% client retention rates with flexible scheduling options that accommodate rural and mobility-impaired populations across Missouri.
People
Shannon Anderson
Owner, Clinical Director
Specializes in child and teen counseling with 15 years of experience. Certified in Kazdin Parent Management Training and play therapy. Focuses on ADHD and ODD treatment.
H. Lynn Busch
Counselor
Works with children and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Emphasizes supportive environments for personal growth. Holds 12 years of clinical experience.
Cecelia Bradley
Child Counselor
Specializes in trauma and anger management for children. Has extensive foster care system experience. Provides PTSD treatment for youth populations.
Melissa Brennan
Therapist
Focuses on child and teen therapy for anxiety, ADHD, and behavioral issues. Uses play therapy techniques for younger clients and CBT for adolescents.
Gary Bena
Therapist
Specializes in teen counseling for depression and OCD. Certified in CBT, DBT, and exposure response prevention techniques with 18 years of practice.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for children?
We provide counseling for ADHD, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma recovery, and adjustment disorders using evidence-based treatments like TF-CBT and play therapy.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with most major insurance providers and offer verification services to ensure maximum coverage for mental health treatments.
Are teletherapy options available?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-compliant video sessions across Missouri with the same clinical quality as in-person appointments.
What parenting support programs exist?
Our certified 1-2-3 Magic and Parenting the Defiant Child classes teach proven discipline strategies with 90% client satisfaction rates.
How do I access crisis support?
Our 24/7 crisis line at 1-800-356-5395 connects families with immediate mental health assistance during urgent situations.
What areas do you serve?
We operate in Cape Girardeau, Farmington, Arnold, and Fenton locations serving Southeastern Missouri, Parkland region, and South St. Louis County.
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