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How do you work with clients with anxiety?

Lorena ThomasL

Lorena Thomas

Licensed Professional Counselor
Online & In-Person
Lorena is a Licensed Professional Counselor, with over 20 + years of experience in the Mental Health field including Case Management. She graduated from Troy University with a M.S in Counseling and Psychology in 2005. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor through NBCC, with experience working with adolescents, young adults, and the geriatric population. Her experience includes depression, anxiety, Dementia and chronic mental illnesses such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorders, other mood disorders. Lorena also has experience working with adults and families. Her theoretical orientation is primarily based in Client Centered therapy, which allows clients to gain greater trust within him or herself, form healthier relationships, increase self esteem, and express their personal feelings and opinions. She also enjoys incorporating Gestalt therapy which is a client- centered approach to psychotherapy. Lorena has real life experiences of trauma and sudden life changes in addition to being a natural “people person” which helps her to develop rapport quickly with clients which is beneficial for the counselor/client relationships. Lorena wants her clients to know she is here to ensure they will grow and gain insight and enlightenment throughout their counseling process. Outside of the office, Lorena loves to spend time with her son and daughter, family, and friends. She enjoys reading, shopping online, watching law shows and suspense thriller movies.
Solange AnyuS

Solange Anyu

DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Online Therapy
Hi, I'm Solange-Belle Anyu, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I have a passion for building strong relationships with my patients and their families, providing care that is both compassionate and effective. With a solid background in behavioral health, I offer personalized treatment plans for individuals of all ages. I have extensive experience in mental health assessments, anxiety management, and treating conditions like bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, schizophrenia, and eating disorders. I also work with patients facing dual diagnoses. I believe in clear, empathetic communication and strive to ensure my patients feel understood and supported throughout their treatment journey. Whether I'm leading support groups for Alzheimer's and dementia or conducting geriatric assessments, my goal is to improve patient outcomes and enhance their quality of life. Outside of work, I'm a proud member of the American Nurses Association and the Missouri Nurses Association. I'm here to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care that meets the unique needs of each individual. Let's work together to achieve better health and well-being. TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY: I believe that every human being has within them the ability to overcome mental illness and achieve wholeness and that medications can help facilitate that healing. I also understand that psychotherapy plays an even more significant role in many cases, and I will always encourage my patients to make it an integral part of their treatment.