Amy Creason, LPC
Missouri LPC helping clients manage stress and change
- CBT and DBT techniques
- Veteran behavioral health focus
- Video phone and chat
About Amy Creason
Amy Creason is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri. She holds a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology, a graduate degree that prepared her to work with diverse mental health needs, and a post-master's veteran behavioral health certificate, an advanced credential focused on the behavioral health concerns of military veterans. As a state-licensed clinician, she brings a grounded, practical approach to therapy.
Amy has worked with a wide spectrum of clients over the past 8 years, gaining experience with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, anger management, family conflict, crisis intervention, and goal setting. She also supports people who are aiming to optimize their overall mental health and functioning. Her practice addresses a broad range of issues including stress, addictions, self-esteem, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related concerns, parenting challenges, career transitions, and compassion fatigue.
Her therapeutic style emphasizes partnership and respect - she works collaboratively with clients to identify and pursue the goals they value. From the first session onward she maintains unconditional positive regard, blending practical coping skills with opportunities for deeper self-discovery through talk therapy. Amy draws on cognitive-behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior techniques, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices, selecting methods that align with each client's individual needs and goals.
Amy has worked with a wide spectrum of clients over the past 8 years, gaining experience with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, anger management, family conflict, crisis intervention, and goal setting. She also supports people who are aiming to optimize their overall mental health and functioning. Her practice addresses a broad range of issues including stress, addictions, self-esteem, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related concerns, parenting challenges, career transitions, and compassion fatigue.
Her therapeutic style emphasizes partnership and respect - she works collaboratively with clients to identify and pursue the goals they value. From the first session onward she maintains unconditional positive regard, blending practical coping skills with opportunities for deeper self-discovery through talk therapy. Amy draws on cognitive-behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior techniques, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices, selecting methods that align with each client's individual needs and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Amy Creason have?
Amy Creason has 10 years of experience.
Is Amy Creason a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - and is licensed in Missouri (MO LPC 2014027995).
In which languages does Amy Creason provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Amy Creason located?
She is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Amy Creason as my therapist?
You can work with Amy Creason through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Amy Creason work with international clients?
Amy Creason does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Amy Creason cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical strategies to change behaviors and emotional responses. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and difficulties with motivation or goal setting and helps clients build concrete coping skills.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for regulating intense emotions, managing impulsivity, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be especially helpful for clients who struggle with strong mood swings, impulsive actions, or relationship conflicts by offering step-by-step tools to navigate challenging moments.
Mindfulness-based techniques encourage present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental observation of thoughts and feelings. These practices support stress reduction, improved concentration, and greater self-compassion, which can complement work on anxiety, trauma responses, and chronic stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Amy works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best match each person’s goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts techniques as progress unfolds so therapy remains responsive and goal-directed.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage caregiving or work responsibilities, and maintain consistency when in-person visits are difficult. These options support ongoing access to therapists while accommodating different communication preferences and life circumstances.