Helene Platke, LCSW
- Trauma and abuse
- Eating and body image
- Anxiety and grief
About Helene Platke
She works with both adults and younger clients, including children and teens, offering age-appropriate strategies to address difficult life experiences. Early in her career she concentrated on supporting survivors of childhood trauma and violence, and over time her practice expanded to include treatment for eating disorders, body image struggles, grief, anxiety, and depression. That background informs a compassionate, trauma-aware stance in sessions.
After earning a Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis in 1992, she has provided individual, family, and group therapy across a range of settings. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as central to progress, working collaboratively with clients to identify and remove obstacles and to build a treatment plan aligned with each person’s goals and aspirations.
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Additional Focus Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helene Platke have?
She has 3 years of experience.
Is Helene Platke a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are MO LCSW 004517.
In which languages does Helene Platke provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Helene Platke located?
She is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Helene Platke as my therapist?
You can work with Helene Platke through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helene Platke work with international clients?
Yes, Helene Platke works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helene Platke 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 with therapy 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Helene commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy along with Mindfulness practices to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and develop practical skills to change them, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and eating-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy focuses on building emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, making it a strong option for people dealing with intense emotions or relationship challenges. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance techniques that can reduce reactivity and support coping with stress, grief, and body image difficulties.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and she works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. Together they review progress and adjust methods so therapy stays aligned with the client's aims.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from home or other locations, accommodate busy lives, and maintain continuity when in-person visits are not feasible.