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Clayton Psychotherapy Center
7750 Clayton Road Suite 208
St. Louis, MO
63117
Phone:
(314) 644-3339
E-mail:
info@
claytontherapy.com
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Individual Therapy
In individual therapy, participants are taught effective methods of working with anxiety, stress, depression, addiction, and other issues in a supportive and structured environment. Individual therapy also offers an opportunity to develop skills for transforming key personal or professional relationships. No matter which problems are brought into therapy, participants can leave with a strong sense of personal growth and accomplishment. Most importantly, participants are taught skills to empower them to make positive behavioral and attitude changes that result in an improved quality of life. Individuals can also come in for personality testing. Such testing is an evaluation and assessment tool used to recommend more specific kinds of treatment.Pre-Marital, Marital, and Divorce Counseling
In pre-marital, marital, and divorce counseling, couples work with a range of underlying issues that cause pain, dissatisfaction, or unhappiness in a relationship. Each individual goes through the process of defining him or herself, communicating that to a partner, and learning how to actively listen to a partner's self-definition process. The kind of work that can be accomplished in therapy includes gaining knowledge of the unconscious agenda and purpose of the relationship, tools for re-romanticizing, and the creation of a mutual vision for the present and future of the relationship. Relational counseling always deals with creating new, more productive methods of communication.Child, Adolescent, and Family Therapy
For children with behavioral or developmental issues, specific therapy techniques are available. For younger children, play therapy is a great way to identify problems and work with children to solve them. Parents are instructed on how to reinforce positive communication and continue working towards goals initiated in therapy. Therapy offers a non-judgmental atmosphere for adolescents to discuss and work through personal and family issues. Assessment and testing is available to identify or rule out severe depression, suicidal behavior, drug abuse, or eating disorders. When a teenager is having difficulty with one or both parents, it is helpful for him or her to have an objective third party with whom to talk. It can be invaluable for the teenager to have a confidential setting to help sort through the variety of issues and emotions that they can encounter without bias towards one parent or the other. This situation is common in separated or divorced families, but also occurs among intact families, as well.Body Dysmorphic Disorder
People with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) have intense anxiety about some aspect of their appearance. Normal looking or even attractive people with BDD fight a constant emotional battle that interferes with their daily lives. Other people may see the actual defect as imagined or slight. However, to the person with BDD, the defect is incredibly important. Other people may not understand how debilitating BDD can be - even family and close friends. BDD is treatable. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has proven to be an effective path towards recovery and a healthier body image. Treatment can reduce anxiety, resolve depression, and help people with the disorder get their life back. In addition to her 30+ years of experience in cognitive behavioral therapy, Peggy Levinson is current with emerging treatment approaches via the national BDD symposium at UCLA. She offers a comprehensive BDD treatment program. Some red flags that indicate the presence of BDD can be found in the Body Image Test. For more information, click on the "articles" button above and read "The American Body Image."Group Therapy
Working toward life changes is a challenging endeavor for which we need time, care, encouragement and guidance. When difficult experiences and current stages of life thrust us into complex dilemmas, we need a support system to help in our emotional growth. Becoming a member of a small psychotherapy group can teach skills, increase awareness, develop inner strength and bring healing. Taking responsibility for one's life means more than deciding to make positive changes. Having a support newtork that can assist you in making those changes a reality is helpful. The group will provide an atmosphere of intimacy, acceptance, introspection, understanding and interpersonal honesty. Within this setting each person will face their individual concerns and will be provided with a new repertoire of skills to carry into all interpersonal relationships and all new endeavors of life. New groups are forming in March and April! Ask about my women's group, co-ed group, or adolescents' group. Please call (314) 644-3339 for more information.Stress Reduction Workshops
One three-hour workshop teaches you a basic breathing and meditation routine that can be easily incorporated into your daily schedule. Benefits include a general state of relaxation, greater alertness, a growing ability to deal with situations without getting "stressed out," and an increased sense of liveliness that enhances your day. Peggy has trained in Kriya Yoga breathwork and meditation internationally (Canada and India) as well as here in the United States. For more information, click on the "articles" button above and read "Stress Reduction can be a Big Factor in a Healthier You."Pre- and Post-Surgery Recovery Program
You will learn mind/body techniques that will help you:
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