The Great Oak is a symbol of courage and power, and among the most powerful and enduring of all trees. The Great Oak gains strength from deep roots that grow and develop through patience and persistence. As the tree matures its ability to withstand rain, wind, storm and toxic intruders is unparalleled. The result of the tree's patience, endurance and strength produce some of the most beautiful and inspiring forms of life.
And though the Great Oak Tree is a beautiful and awe-inspiring life form, it is what you cannot see that makes the Great Oak Tree strong. At Great Oak Counseling, we believe that strength is inherent in all people. Many factors impact a person's ability to thrive; some of which include childhood, environment and experience.
At Great Oak Counseling, our approach is rooted in counseling philosophies that address basic human need for secure relationships, emotional validation and the treatment of traumatic wounds that can stunt and impact growth.This approach acts as a rich, fertile soil, that will provide a nurturing and safe place to allow you to grow and flourish, much in the same way the Great Oak does.
And though the Great Oak Tree is a beautiful and awe-inspiring life form, it is what you cannot see that makes the Great Oak Tree strong. At Great Oak Counseling, we believe that strength is inherent in all people. Many factors impact a person's ability to thrive; some of which include childhood, environment and experience.
At Great Oak Counseling, our approach is rooted in counseling philosophies that address basic human need for secure relationships, emotional validation and the treatment of traumatic wounds that can stunt and impact growth.This approach acts as a rich, fertile soil, that will provide a nurturing and safe place to allow you to grow and flourish, much in the same way the Great Oak does.
Services
Great Oak Counseling is committed to assisting individuals, couples and families through a variety of life's challenges.
With over 30 years of combined experience and extensive training, our staff are prepared to assist you through periods of high stress, infidelity, addiction, parenting and other stressors that impact you.
Rest assured that our compassionate and highly trained staff will gently and competently assist you through your challenges and concerns.
With over 30 years of combined experience and extensive training, our staff are prepared to assist you through periods of high stress, infidelity, addiction, parenting and other stressors that impact you.
Rest assured that our compassionate and highly trained staff will gently and competently assist you through your challenges and concerns.
Travis Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Doctor of Counseling and Supervision (PhD).
Travis received his Master's in Marital, Couple and Family of Counseling in 2006 and his Doctorate in Counselor Education and Counseling in 2009 from Idaho State University.
Jody Petzoldt is a Licensed Professional Counselor who received her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling in 2010 from Southeast Missouri State University.
She specializes in relationship and recovery counseling.
With a background in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, Jody facilitates the counseling process with a holistic approach based on connection, emotions, and sense of belonging.
Travis received his Master's in Marital, Couple and Family of Counseling in 2006 and his Doctorate in Counselor Education and Counseling in 2009 from Idaho State University.
Jody Petzoldt is a Licensed Professional Counselor who received her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling in 2010 from Southeast Missouri State University.
She specializes in relationship and recovery counseling.
With a background in Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, Jody facilitates the counseling process with a holistic approach based on connection, emotions, and sense of belonging.
Travis Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Doctor of Counseling and Supervision (PhD).
Travis received his Master's in Marital, Couple and Family of Counseling in 2006 and his Doctorate in Counselor Education and Counseling in 2009 from Idaho State University.
In addition to being Director & Owner of Great Oak Counseling, Travis is a Full Professor at Southeast Missouri State University.
Before moving to Missouri in 2009, Dr. Smith co-owned and operated Center Counseling PSR, a successful Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program that serves youth with severe emotional and behavioral disturbance.
Travis received his Master's in Marital, Couple and Family of Counseling in 2006 and his Doctorate in Counselor Education and Counseling in 2009 from Idaho State University.
In addition to being Director & Owner of Great Oak Counseling, Travis is a Full Professor at Southeast Missouri State University.
Before moving to Missouri in 2009, Dr. Smith co-owned and operated Center Counseling PSR, a successful Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program that serves youth with severe emotional and behavioral disturbance.
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Leah Crask-Ellis is a Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated from Central Methodist University in 2013 with a Masters of Science in Clinical Counseling.
Leah most often approaches therapy from person centered, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness theories but draws on other theories and practices to best suit her clients.
Leah has a variety of therapeutic experiences including inpatient and outpatient settings and addressing concerns such as substance use, serious and chronic mental illness, suicidality, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, sexual and gender identity concerns in children, adolescents, adults and couples.
Leah most often approaches therapy from person centered, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness theories but draws on other theories and practices to best suit her clients.
Leah has a variety of therapeutic experiences including inpatient and outpatient settings and addressing concerns such as substance use, serious and chronic mental illness, suicidality, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, sexual and gender identity concerns in children, adolescents, adults and couples.
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