My name is Lucia Walker, and I am a licensed clinical social worker, licensed in Missouri since 2013. I have a bachelors in psychology and a masters in criminal justice and social work. I have over 10 years of experience working with people of many ages, including teenagers that may suffer from different mental health conditions, such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, ADHD, Anxiety disorders, and others. I have worked in both outpatient mental health centers and inpatient psychiatric hospital settings.
My therapy style is warm and non judgement, I genuinely listening to my clients and respect their thoughts and ideas. I like to keep sessions to 30 minutes as much as possible, so we can work efficiently on problems and solutions, and also respect client's time, since I know it is sometimes difficult to find the time in the day for therapy sessions. It can be extended to 45 minutes when a longer session is needed. During sessions, I provide feedback to clients, and help clients come up with practical solutions to problems, or present another perspective that help clients work through difficult situations. I take a holistic perspective, taking into consideration how our social, physical, mental, and spiritual environments all effect our mental health. The main approaches that I use in therapy include cognitive behavioral approach and solution focused approach.
If you suffer from depression or anxiety, attention issues, trauma issues or other concerns, I am here to help. I believe that you can improve your mental health, and overcome many concerns you have with a little help from others. I would love to be that person to help you, and if you would like to begin therapy sessions, please feel free to reach out to me.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Eating and food-related issues, Forgiveness, Life purpose
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused Therapy
MO LCSW 2013002077
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Lucia has a good understanding of circumstances and offers good support in decision making. She is very kind
Written on Oct 31, 2023 after therapy with Lucia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, anger management, and adhd
A good listener and very responsive.
Written on Sep 01, 2023 after therapy with Lucia for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Even though Lucia and I come from different countries and cultures, her advice and insights have been extremely helpful and life-changing. She helped me uncover the roots of my anxiety and helped me overcome it much more quickly than I ever expected. I'd definitely recommend her to anyone coming here looking for help to deal with anxiety and insecurity.
Written on Apr 04, 2023 after therapy with Lucia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Been having sessions with Lucia for 2 months now and the change I have seen in myself have been incredible! Extremely easy to get along with and full of helpful comments. Can't thank her enough for helping me on the journey I'm on!
Written on Mar 03, 2023 after therapy with Lucia for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lucia has been wonderful! She is empathetic, listens patiently to me, makes me feel heard and gives me gentle but useful advice. I always look forward to my sessions with her!
Written on Jul 06, 2022 after therapy with Lucia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Speaking with Lucia has made me feel so much better! I have definitely felt a lot of growth with my experience with anxiety. Lucia creates a fun and relaxed space where you can truly feel open to talk about anything with her, and I hope to continue to take on what I've learnt from these sessions into my life for a long time.
Written on Jul 05, 2022 after therapy with Lucia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem