Jonetta Bracken, LCSW, LCSW — Therapist in Missouri

Hi there, I'm Jonetta!

I'm an LCSW, CSAC, and Clinical Therapist, with over a decade of experience. Most people call me Jo, and I am happy you took the first step to get help. I have found that some people just need someone to speak to because they find it difficult to talk with the people around them for various reasons. I look forward to connecting with you.

My focus

I have experience working with patients from birth to three years old, up to the geriatric population. Currently, I am working with adults 18 years or older. I specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, life transitions, anger management, and addictions.

My approach

I assess your needs from a holistic perspective and help you develop strategies to address challenges and remove barriers. I use a strength-based approach and meet you where you are in the process. I draw from CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, DBT, Trauma Informed Care, and other evidence-based interventions.

My communication style

I use a strength-based approach when working with patients. I believe the patient is the expert in their lives, and I am here to assist in finding healthy ways to cope and resolve concerns that are identified during the assessment. I employ active listening, supportive reflective responses, and feedback.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist to help others. When I wake up in the morning, I have this desire and need to continue the work that has brought me great pleasure. At times it can be demanding, but I have always found it worthwhile.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting by identifying areas you'd like to work on. I also identify goals based on the information you provide during intake. I ask if you're comfortable adding identified items to your treatment plan.

Our first session

During our first session, we'll complete an intake. I ask questions to identify concerns, build rapport, and collaborate with you to complete treatment goals to work on during our time together.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Attachment-based

Behavioral Activation

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Motivational Interviewing

Schema Therapy

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Ascension-SmartHealth
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Jonetta Bracken