Sound Mind Therapy

01/20/2026

A client reached out to us burdened with feelings of regret over past decisions and a desire to leave a meaningful legacy. We discerned that they were having difficulty embracing this phase of life and encouraged childlike curiosity to help reframe their current perspective. By integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy within a holistic, person-centered framework, we supported the client in reconciling with their past while actively shaping their future. They came to understand that meaning is not confined to any single life stage and that it is never too late to live in alignment with one’s values. As they continue forward, they do so with a clearer sense of who they are, what matters most, and how they want to be remembered, not for having lived without regret, but for having lived with intention, courage, and authenticity.

01/15/2026

Check out our new blog "The Power of Perception: The World Through New Lenses".

Sound Mind Therapy in St. Louis, MO, provides caring and supportive counseling services to individuals, families and couples. Learn more about how we can help.

01/05/2026

We are working with a client who shared with us their experiences with childhood bullying. Due to this, the client had developed a longstanding habit of always being on guard, a behavior that they realized no longer serves them in the present. To help their transition out of these patterns and align their behavior with who they are now, we utilized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Using these tools, we opened theoor for the client to redefine their current capabilities and challenge the patterns of the past.

12/29/2025

Our team was contacted by a client seeking assistance with a resent trauma that has left them with persistent PTSD-induced intrusive thoughts and paranoia. Understanding the need to prioritize safety and validation, we provided specialized trauma therapy. We effectively utilized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to help reframe distorted thoughts and manage anxieties. We also provided grounding techniques to help them reconnect with the present moment when feeling overwhelmed or dissociated. Our dedication to supportive care ensures every client feels understood and respected on their journey towards healing.

12/18/2025

If you find yourself consumed by worry, check out our latest blog "You're not your worries"

You Are Not Your Worries: How CBT Helps You Step Out of the Mental Storm by Susie Berg Have you ever been up at night replaying conversations, or ruminating about everything that has gone wrong or will potentially go wrong in the future? If so, you’re not alone. Excessive worry can feel relentless...

12/11/2025

Just finished an insightful session with a client who sought help in becoming more present in life but was caught in a cycle of overthinking and self-doubt. We offered individual counseling and implemented Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help them break free from unhelpful thought patterns. We also integrated mindfulness practices that will assist them in accepting situations with a kind, gentle curiosity instead of allowing their fear based thinking to take over. We are dedicated to supporting, educating and empowering our clients towards personal development and growth. Looking forward to seeing their progress.

12/04/2025

We connected with a client who was encountering challenges in her marriage and was unsure about the next steps due to the presence of young children. We chose a path of individual counseling, focusing on Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Using these tools, we emphasized the significance of exploring options that empower her to create happiness within herself until they know the next best steps. Informed the client that when they have one choice, it is a problem, two choices is a dilemma but three or more options is a burden of a real choice. It's crucial to remember that the more choices you have, the more empowered you feel and the journey to empowerment begins internally.
We are here to help our clients SEE life from a different perspective through support, education and empowerment.

11/21/2025

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11/09/2025

November is National Gratitude Month

As we enter November, it's the perfect time to pause, reflect, and celebrate.

National Gratitude Month, is a good a reminder that gratitude isn't just a feeling, but a practice that can transform our mindset, relationships, and overall well-being.

Research shows that regularly expressing gratitude can:

*Reduce stress and anxiety

*Improve sleep and boost mood

*Strengthen relationships and social connections

*Increase resilience and overall happiness

Join Our 30-Day Gratitude Challenge.

Reflect on one of these prompts and write your response in a journal, share it with a friend, or simply take a few quiet moments to think about it.

1. Who is a person in your life you are grateful for?

2. Describe a space or room in your home that makes you happy.

3. Share a song or quote that lifts you up and makes you smile.

4. What is something you're loving reading or listening to?

5. Write down your favorite part of the day.

6. What is something or someone you're proud of?

7. 8. What is something you like about yourself?

9. Name a tradition you love and look forward to each year.

10. What is one of your strengths?

11. Name someone who loves you.

12. Write down something that made you laugh recently.

13. What is something you wished for years ago that you have today?

14. Share something you're proud of or a time when you were brave.

15. What is something new you've learned to do recently?

16. Who is a person that is always kind to you?

17. Name one thing you like about your body or appearance.

18. Who is the last person to do you a favor or help out somehow?

19. Share a favorite memory from your childhood.

20. Describe a favorite smell that always makes you smile.

21. Name an item or food that brings you comfort.

22. Describe something weird or random that brings you joy.

23. What is your favorite social media platform?

24. Describe the last time you truly felt at peace.

25. Who is your favorite friend?
(Gratitude prompts adapted from More Than Main Street)

Gratitude is contagious, the more we practice it, the more it grows.For more information, visit our website https://www.soundmindtherapy.com, call 314-948-5307 or reach out to dana@soundmindtherapy.com

11/09/2025

🌿 November is National Gratitude Month 🌿

As we enter November, it's the perfect time to pause, reflect, and celebrate National Gratitude Month, a reminder that gratitude isn't just a feeling, but a practice that can transform our mindset, relationships, and overall well-being.

Research shows that regularly expressing gratitude can:✨ Reduce stress and anxiety✨ Improve sleep and boost mood✨ Strengthen relationships and social connections✨ Increase resilience and overall happiness

When we take time to focus on what we're thankful for, we shift our perspective — noticing the abundance already present in our lives rather than what's missing. Gratitude helps us ground ourselves in the present moment, creating more joy, calm, and compassion day by day.

🌼 Join Our 30-Day Gratitude Challenge!

This month, we invite you to join our 30-Day Gratitude Challenge, a simple, meaningful way to cultivate thankfulness throughout November.

Each day, reflect on one of these prompts and write your response in a journal, share it with a friend, or simply take a few quiet moments to think about it.
1. Who is a person in your life you are grateful for?
2.Describe a space or room in your home that makes you happy.
3. Share a song or quote that lifts you up and makes you smile.
4. What is something you're looking forward to?5. What is something you're loving reading or listening to?
6. Write down your favorite part of the day.
7. List the best three things you've eaten this week.
8. What is something or someone you're proud of?
9. Name something beautiful outside your window.
10. What is something you like about yourself?11. Name a tradition you love and look forward to each year.
12. What is one of your strengths?
13. Name someone who loves you.
14. Write down something that made you laugh recently.
15. What is your favorite season and why?
16. What is something you wished for years ago that you have today?
17. Name your favorite experience in the past year.
18. Share something you're proud of or a time when you were brave.
19. What is something new you've learned to do recently?
20. Who is a person that is always kind to you?21. Name one thing you like about your body or appearance.
22. Who is the last person to do you a favor or help out somehow?
23. Share a favorite memory from your childhood.
24. What is one good thing about where you live?Describe a favorite smell that always makes you smile.
25. What about a sound, sight, or sensation?
26. Where is your favorite place in the world?
27. Name an item or food that brings you comfort.
28. Describe something weird or random that brings you joy.
29. What is your favorite social media platform?
30. Describe the last time you truly felt at peace.

(Gratitude prompts adapted from More Than Main Street, "30 Days of Gratitude Journal Prompts & More,".

Gratitude is contagious, the more we practice it, the more it grows. Join us at Sound Mind Therapy, in choosing to see the good, share appreciation, and nurture joy in big and small ways every day. 💛

If you would like more information, visit our website https://www.soundmindtherapy.com, call 314-948-5307 or reach out to dana@soundmindtherapy.com