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Child, Teen & 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 conditions such as ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, anxiety, depression, and trauma. With multiple locations across Missouri, we provide accessible, compassionate care tailored to each client's unique needs.Our approach combines individual and family counseling to address behavioral issues, communication challenges, and emotional struggles. We prioritize timely, respectful service and maintain credentials with major insurance providers to ensure accessibility. Our facilities offer a welcoming environment designed to make clients feel comfortable and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.
Services
Child Counseling
Teen Counseling
Family Counseling
ADHD Treatment
Parenting Classes
Online Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Anger Management
Co-Parenting Support
Evidence-Based Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We utilize evidence-based treatments proven effective for childhood behavioral and emotional disorders
- Our counselors maintain credentials with major insurance providers for client convenience
- Multiple locations serve Southeast Missouri, Parkland area, and South St. Louis County
- We offer flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments available
- Our team includes specialists in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and parent management training
What people say
Improved communication
Effective behavior management
Compassionate counselors
Professional support
Positive outcomes
Services
Child Counseling
Specialized mental health support for children addressing behavioral issues, anxiety, trauma, and developmental challenges. Our therapists use play therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques tailored to young clients' needs. Services focus on improving emotional regulation, social skills, and family dynamics through evidence-based interventions.
Teen Counseling
Targeted support for teenagers facing depression, self-esteem issues, peer pressure, and life transitions. Our counselors employ age-appropriate cognitive behavioral therapy and person-centered approaches to improve communication and coping skills in a confidential, supportive environment.
Family Counseling
Therapeutic sessions addressing family communication breakdowns, parenting challenges, and co-parenting after divorce. We implement parent management training and conflict resolution strategies to strengthen relationships and establish healthy household dynamics using proven therapeutic frameworks.
ADHD Treatment
Comprehensive treatment programs for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder combining behavioral therapy, parent training, and school collaboration. Our evidence-based approach focuses on impulse control, organizational skills, and academic support through individualized treatment plans.
Parenting Classes
Structured programs teaching effective discipline techniques and child development principles. Classes like 1-2-3 Magic and Parenting the Defiant Child provide practical tools for managing challenging behaviors while fostering positive parent-child relationships through research-backed methodologies.
People
Shannon Anderson
Owner, Clinical Director
Specializes in child and teen counseling with expertise in oppositional defiant disorder and ADHD treatment. Certified in Kazdin Parent Management Training and play therapy. Has directed the center since 2010.
H. Lynn Busch
Counselor
Focuses on treating children and teens with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Emphasizes creating supportive environments for adolescent emotional development through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Cecelia Bradley
Child Counselor
Specializes in anger management and trauma counseling for children, including those in foster care. Applies extensive experience in post-traumatic stress disorder treatment for youth.
Melissa Brennan
Therapist
Provides child and teen therapy for anxiety, ADHD, and behavioral issues using play therapy techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy adapted to client developmental levels.
Anna Conway
Counselor
Focuses on trauma, anxiety, and depression counseling for children and teens, combining cognitive behavioral therapy with person-centered approaches to support survivors of violence.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We provide child counseling, teen counseling, family counseling, parenting classes, and online therapy services for behavioral and emotional issues.
Do you accept insurance?
Our counselors are credentialed with most major insurance providers and operate as in-network providers when possible.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with evening appointments available Monday through Friday until 8:30pm.
Do you offer teletherapy options?
We provide HIPAA-compliant online counseling services throughout Missouri using secure video conferencing platforms.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Southeast Missouri, the Parkland region, and South St. Louis County with offices in Cape Girardeau, Farmington, Arnold, and Fenton.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (573) 803-1402 or text (573) 576-6720 to schedule appointments at any of our four Missouri locations.
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Reviews (4)
Patricia Courtois
Nov 08, 2015
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Very nice and friendly counselor. Non judgmental and great listener. Counselor is straight forward, but compassionate. Very easy to talk with.
Nancy Simpson
Aug 09, 2015
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Mindy Weber is amazing. I can honestly say from working with her, she is not only an understanding person but compassionate.
Heather Walter
Jun 22, 2014
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Counselors are very warm, compassionate, and professional. Office is very clean and inviting. Great community resource.
Brittany Butcher
May 03, 2014
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As a nurse who has worked with adults in mental health for several years, it is exciting to see a facility in our community that works directly with our youth. For the most part, this age group is widely neglected when it comes to psychological needs. My hope is that our community will utilize this resource to its fullest potential.