The Living Room Wellness Center

04/16/2026

As her previous clinical supervisor, I highly recommend this clinician. She is highly skilled, personable and fun in the therapy room.

Dr. G

04/15/2026

04/14/2026

A few thoughts on self-concept.

If you’ve been waking up wondering how you somehow lost touch with who you are—
why you don’t know yourself the way you thought you should—
this may be why.

And more importantly…
this may be where the journey back to yourself begins.

04/07/2026

Tuna, the Pickwick neighborhood cat, came to hang out at the office today.

04/01/2026

Express your inner dragon! This Mookaite and Natural Red Agate necklace is the perfect accoutrement 🐉
We are donating 25% of ALL sales throughout the month of March to PFLAG Springfield/SWMO.



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03/31/2026

If 2026 has proved anything, it’s that who you see for your mental health care matters.

Whether you’re gay, trans or nonbinary, neurodivergent, or have experienced trauma that’s lasted for as long as you can remember, having a therapist who understands your lived experiences can make the difference between healing and feeling frustrated with the mental health system all over again.

Cookie-cutter advice that seems to work for everyone else just leaves you wondering what’s wrong with you. The reality is, our world wasn’t built for people like you, and it can be daunting to seek out help that actually gets it.

Bridge Cunningham (they/them), MS, LPC specializes in the intersecting lived experiences of neurodiverse, q***r and trans, and those who have experienced long histories of trauma. Utilizing compassion-focused approaches and EMDR, Bridge brings a vibrant energy to the therapy space to act as both a challenger and a cheerleader to their client’s wellbeing and growth.

You deserve a therapist that knows both the textbook parts of your experience, as well as how to live it while feeling fulfilled and that their voice matters in the world.

Bridge currently sees adults located within Missouri either in-person in Springfield or on video calls all throughout the state. They accept many commercial insurances or accept self-pay for $115/session.

03/31/2026

Today is Trans Day of Visibility—and at The Living Room, that means something very simple and very real:

We see you.
We value you.
We’re not confused about your humanity.

In a world (and let’s be honest, in a state like Missouri) where trans individuals are too often politicized, debated, or misunderstood—visibility is not just about being seen. It’s about being safe, being respected, and being allowed to exist without explanation.

Some things that matter:

• Trans people are not “new”—they’ve existed across cultures and history
• Trans youth are at significantly higher risk for depression and suicide—not because of who they are, but because of how they’re treated
• Access to affirming care, community, and support drastically improves mental health outcomes
• Using someone’s name and pronouns is not complicated—but it is life-giving

At The Living Room, we don’t do neutrality when it comes to human rights.

We are committed to being a space that is:
Inclusive
Affirming
Trauma-informed
And safe for people to show up as they actually are—not who the world tells them to be

To our trans clients, colleagues, friends, and community:
You don’t have to shrink yourself to fit into this space.
You belong here as you are.

And to our broader community:
Visibility is a starting point. Respect, protection, and advocacy are the work.

We’re in it.

🖤🏳️‍⚧️

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day to TLR Collaborators and our community!

Today we celebrate the strength, brilliance, and resilience of women — especially in a world that has historically asked them to carry more, fight harder, and still prove their worth. Progress didn’t happen by accident; it happened because women refused to accept the limits placed on them.

It’s also important to recognize that not all women experience the world the same way. Black and brown women have often carried an even heavier share of that fight, facing barriers of both gender and race while still leading movements, shaping communities, and pushing us all forward.

I’m grateful to work alongside people of all identities who believe in equity and who help create spaces where dignity, safety, and belonging are real. And I’m equally grateful for the community that trusts us with their stories and comes to us seeking healing. The work we do matters because of them.

Here’s to the women who lead, challenge, build, nurture, and refuse to shrink — and to the team and community standing together to make the world more just and more whole. ✨

02/27/2026

Congratulations Cammie!! Incredible human. Incredible artist. Incredible advocate.

FYI: Cammie also had artwork for sale at our Ozark location!

Introducing our 2026 winner of the Kathryn Munzinger Advocate of the Year Award - Cammie Storm!

Cammie is a West Plains based activist, who has been a core leader of the LGBTQ+ community in the region. She is also the founder of Just Another Human, an organization committed to promoting empathy, inclusivity, and community growth through initiatives like coat drives, human rights and civic engagement. She regularly travels to Jefferson City to speak up for the LGBTQ+ community and is fearless at the capitol. She knows that building relationships and letting people see the real you is the best way to create change.

We'll be honoring Cammie, along with our 2026 Scholarship recipients on April 19th at our PFLAG Scholarship and Awards Reception - more details about that event coming soon!

Congratulations Cammie! We are grateful for you and how you always

02/25/2026

✨ Black History Month Provider Spotlight ✨

This month, we are honored to highlight the Black clinicians and healers who help make The Living Room a space where healing feels accessible, equitable, and safe.

Today we’re featuring Tylinia Smith, BSW, Master of Social Work student therapist-in-training at The Living Room.

Tylinia shares:

“My name is Tylinia Smith, BSW, and I am a Master of Social Work student therapist-in-training at The Living Room. I bring experience working with individuals, youth, and families from all walks of life through victim advocacy, mentorship organizations, supervising family reunification services, sexual violence prevention and response, and supporting women transitioning out of prison as they reintegrate into civilian life, just to name a few. These experiences have shaped my commitment to supporting healing, restoration, and meaningful change within individuals and families.”

About her passion and future work:

“I am currently working toward my LCSW with the goal of working with adolescents and adults while specializing in couples and family therapy. I am deeply passionate about witnessing individuals, couples, and families heal in ways that feel healthy, freeing, and peaceful — however that healing may look for each person.”

At The Living Room, Tylinia is preparing to offer:
• Individual therapy
• Couples and family therapy
• Group sessions and presentations
• In-person and virtual services as availability opens

On her approach to therapy:

“I approach therapy from a person-centered perspective, believing that meeting individuals, couples, families, and groups exactly where they are is essential to the healing process. I strive to create a therapeutic space where people feel seen, heard, and valued. Feeling genuinely understood can help individuals feel brave and safe enough to begin their healing work.”

Tylinia also shares:

“I believe clients are the experts of their lived experiences, and I value collaboration, empathy, and authenticity in the therapeutic relationship. As a Black woman, my lived experiences inform how I hold space for others with cultural awareness, humility, and an understanding of how identity, life stages, and systemic factors can shape a person’s experiences and access to healing. My work integrates person-centered, trauma-informed, biopsychosocial, Internal Family Systems, and strengths-based approsches, tailoring care to each individual, couple, or family’s unique needs.”

Outside of her clinical work:

“Intentional self-care is self-love for me. I enjoy spending meaningful time with close friends and my best friend, being with my dog — my son, Rutley — working out, practicing yoga, and spending time in nature. I also practice protecting my energy by using wisdom and discernment in how I invest my time, recognizing that boundary-setting allows me to show up more fully in both my life and my work.”

We are honored to support Tylinia as she grows into her clinical voice and grateful for the care, intention, and heart she already brings to our community.