Anita Harris, LPC

Missouri LPC offering DBT-informed care

DBT expertise
Strengths-based focus
Solution-focused guidance

About Anita Harris

Anita Harris is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 20 years of experience working with a broad range of clients. She practices in a solution-based style that helps clients identify and build on their existing strengths so they can move toward the goals they set for themselves. Drawing on extensive training in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), she integrates skills-based strategies to help people navigate difficult moments and develop more effective ways to cope with stress and emotional pain.

Harris balances warmth and support with gentle challenge, encouraging clients to examine patterns that are not serving them and to experiment with new approaches. Her method focuses on practical, achievable change while honoring each person’s resilience and capacity for growth. By combining skill development with a collaborative, strengths-oriented approach, she aims to help clients find clearer paths through life’s challenges and make sustainable progress toward their goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse GriefParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Anita Harris have?

Anita Harris has 20 years of experience providing counseling.

Is Anita Harris a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: MO LPC 2008024136.

In which languages does Anita Harris provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Anita Harris located?

Anita Harris is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Anita Harris as my therapist?

You can work with Anita Harris through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Anita Harris work with international clients?

Anita Harris does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Anita Harris 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Anita Harris incorporates several evidence-informed approaches to help clients meet their goals. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) emphasizes practical skills - such as emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - and is helpful for managing intense emotions and navigating high-stress situations. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to promote more adaptive coping. Client-centered therapy prioritizes the client’s perspective, offering empathetic listening and validation to support self-discovery and personal growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Harris works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy stays relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. These formats provide flexibility in scheduling and allow clients to connect with licensed professionals from different locations, making consistent care more accessible while supporting ongoing work between sessions.

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