Root Awakening

01/06/2026

Now booking clients!
Free until April!
Virtual and in person options available!

01/06/2026

Be the change in someone’s life. Every step you take to better yourself or your community matters and it’s never the wrong choice.

12/24/2025

Important Insurance Update

After extensive efforts and multiple attempts to work collaboratively with Healthy Blue, I regret to share that our office will no longer be able to accept Healthy Blue insurance.

Despite jumping through numerous administrative and credentialing hoops, we have continued to experience significant barriers that prevent timely authorization and appropriate coverage of services for our patients. Unfortunately, this has made it increasingly difficult to provide consistent and effective care within this plan.

I want to emphasize that this decision was not made lightly. My priority is, and will always remain, providing accessible, ethical, and uninterrupted mental health care.

Options for Patients:
Patients who wish to continue care with our office may change their Managed Care plan through MO HealthNet. Plan changes can be completed by visiting mydss.mo.gov, where you may select an alternative plan such as Home State Health, which we do accept.

If you have questions or need guidance navigating this process, my office is happy to help point you in the right direction.

Thank you for your understanding and continued trust in our care.

— Lindsey Allen, PMHNP-BC

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12/24/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Root Awakening 🎄

From our hearts and our office to you and your loved ones, we want to wish you a very Merry Christmas. This season invites reflection, rest, and compassion—for ourselves and for one another—especially when life feels heavy or complex.

We are deeply grateful for the trust you place in our team to walk alongside you in your mental health journey. It is an honor to support healing, growth, and resilience, and to hold space for you through every season. Whether this time of year feels joyful, quiet, complicated, or overwhelming, please know you are not alone.

May your holidays be filled with moments of peace, warmth, and meaningful connection. As we look ahead to the new year, we remain committed to supporting you as you continue to heal, grow, and rediscover hope.

✨ Wishing you comfort and renewal this Christmas and always.

With gratitude,
Lindsey, Marissa, and Danielle
Root Awakening

12/18/2025

🌟 Exciting News at Root Awakening! 🌟

We’re thrilled to welcome Danielle Widmer, LBSW to our team! Danielle holds a Bachelor’s in Social Work and is currently advancing her expertise as a Graduate Student Therapist.

Starting January 5th, Danielle will begin offering services and here’s the best part: her sessions are completely FREE through April.

📞 To reserve your spot or learn more, give us a call at 660‑388‑5001. Danielle will personally connect with you to discuss your needs and help you get started.

Root Awakening is growing, and we couldn’t be more excited to have Danielle’s passion and skills supporting our community!

12/16/2025

12/09/2025

🌿Marissa Here!!🌿

I am honored to work alongside a leader who gives her heart and soul to the community every single day. My boss has made mental health her mission. She does so by advocating, supporting, and uplifting those who need it most.

Her tireless dedication has touched countless lives, and I believe it’s time her impact is recognized on a larger stage. That’s why I’m asking for your help in nominating her for a community leadership award. Together, we can shine a spotlight on the incredible difference she makes and ensure her story inspires others.

Few individuals embody the spirit of selfless service as profoundly as she does. At her own location, she has built a network of support for more than one hundred clients, each relying on her guidance, compassion, and expertise. Yet her commitment extends far beyond scheduled appointments. She willingly answers crisis calls at all hours of the day and night, offering calm, steady reassurance when it is needed most.

If you’ve witnessed her work, been impacted by her efforts, or simply believe in the importance of mental health advocacy, please join me in supporting this nomination. 💚

Let’s celebrate her commitment, her compassion, and her unwavering fight for mental health.

Below is the link to nominate Lindsey!
https://katiehorst.wufoo.com/forms/w14qjuoc14hlrkz/

If you feel led, please click the link below and help me show your gratitude!

The options for her position are:
1. Frontline professional of the year
2. CIT champion of the year

Lindsey's title is PMHNP-BC and the organization is Root Awakening!

Thank you in advance!

12/08/2025

🌿 Root Awakening LLC – Office Information 🌿

📌 Please review the following guidelines when contacting our office:

Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Phone Number: 660-388-5001

Located: 105 S. Weber Avenue Salisbury, Mo 65281

Phone Calls: If you reach voicemail during office hours, we are assisting other patients. Calls received after 3:00 PM will be returned the next business day.

Appointments: Services are available by appointment only. Walk-ins are not accepted.

Medication Refills: Requests must be submitted directly by your pharmacy via fax to 660-388-5044.

Email Contact: You may also reach us at info@rootawakeningmentalhealth.com.

🚑 Emergency Notice: If you are experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, please dial 911 immediately.

🌸 Thank you for choosing Root Awakening LLC. We are committed to supporting your health and well-being. 🌸

Send a message to learn more

12/08/2025

✨ Hello everyone! My name is Marissa Schmit, and I’m based in Salisbury. Life is wonderfully chaotic thanks to my three beautiful (and delightfully wild) children.

I’m thrilled to announce that, as of October, I’ve stepped into the role of Secretary for Root Awakening. I’m excited to contribute and grow with this amazing community!

Mental health is something I deeply care about — not just today, but every day. Starting this new role is a reminder that growth, change, and taking care of our own well-being can (and should) go hand-in-hand.

Whether you're celebrating progress, navigating challenges, or simply surviving today! Your mental health matters. ALWAYS!

I’ll be at the office Tuesday- Friday! Call and schedule with Lindsey!

11/25/2025

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Sharing the journey of growth, grounding, and giving yourself grace!

11/25/2025

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from Root Awakening LLC 🍁

This year, I’m extra thankful — not because life has been easy (it hasn’t), not because everything has gone according to plan (it definitely hasn’t), but because somehow, even in the chaos, there’s still so much good.

I’m grateful for every patient who trusts me with their story, their healing, their most vulnerable moments. You all remind me daily why I chose this profession and why I keep going even when my coffee is cold, my charting is behind, and my kids are asking for snacks like it’s their full-time job.

I’m grateful for the families who show up, the parents who try their best, the ones fighting battles quietly, and the ones who need a little extra support — you’re seen, valued, and appreciated more than you know.

I’m grateful for my community… the people who share my posts, send referrals, pray for me during the hard weeks, and cheer for Root Awakening as we grow. You’re part of this mission just as much as I am.

And most of all, I’m grateful for the reminder that healing isn’t perfect, life isn’t perfect, and neither am I — but we’re all doing our best, with humor, heart, and a little stubborn hope.

Wishing you and your families a Thanksgiving full of peace, good food, and at least one moment where you get to sit down without someone yelling your name. 🧡😂

With gratitude,
Lindsey & Marissa