I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Missouri with over 20years of experience working as a therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including addiction/substance abuse, depression, stress management, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, and life transitions. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
The central idea in my approach is that people are not “broken”. Everyone makes the best choices they can, based on their experiences and life situation. However, over time those choices and the resulting coping mechanisms may hold you back from growing and reaching your goals.
I am here to help clients reach the goals they set for themselves. My job is to help clients identify new choices that match their values. Together we will work to create movement in your life towards your stated values and goals.
My theoretical approach is eclectic. I am most strongly influenced by the work of Carl Rogers and his Person-Centered approach to therapy. I use a lot of mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Since I do not adhere to a single theoretical approach, I use a variety of techniques that I think will benefit individual clients. I do not have a “one size fits all” mentality when it comes to counseling. If you are interested in addressing career issues, I can administer career assessments including the MBTI, Skill Scan, and the Self-Directed Search.
It takes courage to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Codependency, Communication problems, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-harm, Sex addiction, Sexuality
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MO LPC 2003032139
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She took the time to get to know me in the first session she had with me. She listens to me and we also get into some personal stories with each other. She gives me things to work on but not just throws worksheets at me, and wants me to do them no matter what. She is really good at her job and seems to really care about the people that she works with. She will also go out of her way to set up a last minute same day appointment if I need it. I love talking to her and I am glad that I changed my therapist to her.
Written on Mar 01, 2025 after therapy with Rhonda for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and
Ms Rhonda Piazza is an incredible listener and really tries to get to the bottom of what your concerns are. She is also amazing at explaining things and being reassuring. You will not regret working with her.
Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Rhonda for 3 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Rhonda is amazing! She listens to what I have to say with genuine interest and concern. Her counsel is insightful and inspiring. I definitely recommend her.
Written on Oct 13, 2019 after therapy with Rhonda for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Rhonda Piazza is more than an amazing listener, she gives real advice without taking sides. She delivers the clarity I look for after a long week of built of thoughts. Highly recommend to anyone feeling lost, confused, angry, or frustrated about the position their in!
Written on Apr 15, 2019 after therapy with Rhonda for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
My time with Rhonda is like time with a dear, wise, long-time friend. She is supportive and gently pushes me to look at things in a different way when I need to. She has helped me change my life.
Written on Dec 21, 2018 after therapy with Rhonda for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Rhonda has such a kind demeanor, and will always find you applicable resources to help in any way she can!
Written on Sep 16, 2018 after therapy with Rhonda for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, intimacy-related, and self esteem