Elizabeth Gebelein, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
O'Fallon, MO
In-Person
About me
I am an experienced child therapist who is a certified ASD specialist, certified in Autism Play Therapy, is dedicated to help children cope with anxiety, stress, grief, anger, trauma, neurodivergence, and increase confidence and relationship skills.
I believe children have an innate ability to grow in a positive direction. The child-therapist relationship is the element that encourages healing, where the child feels safe, supported, and is able to make those changes that lead to growth through exploring self (experiences, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors). When we meet a child's need, rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom. I focus on possibilities, strengths, and value differences through direct and indirect practices.
I offer talk therapy and play therapy to neuro typical and neuro divergent children with anxiety, confidence, grief, anger, relationship struggles, and trauma. I offer support and understanding through the therapeutic power of play-where the toys are words and play is language, using toys, art, games, and media.
It's sometimes difficult to understand our thoughts, feelings, and actions. Knowing how to process experiences and learning coping strategies can lead to feeling better about what was once a struggle.
License
License(s)
Professional certifications
Education
Lindenwood University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$100 - $100Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Venmo
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- Tricare
- United Healthcare
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Medicaid
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Adoption & Fostering
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Bullying
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Family Conflict
- Grief & Loss
- Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs)
- Learning Disabilities
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Pet Loss
- Phobias & Fears
- Relationships
- School Performance
- Self-Esteem
- Stress/Stress Management
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness
- Play Therapy & Sandtray
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Community specialties
- Single Parents
- Autism
Faith-based specialties
- Christianity
Location
Psychological Services
1031 Peruque Crossing Court
Suite A
O'Fallon, MO 63366 US
Office is ADA Accessible
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Early Childhood (0-4)
- Kids & Tweens (5-12)
- Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
- English