Truth and Counsel, LLC

Please excuse us as we take a little break from socials and lean into an ANALOG SUMMER! If you want to join us, pick up The 40 Day Social Media Fast by Wendy Speake
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Even if you aren’t up for a social media break, pick up one or more of our therapists’ top book recommendations for your summer, pool-side reading.

Bonus points if you know your therapist well enough to guess which book she recommended on this list!! 😎

Happy Summer!

Welcome in. ♥️ Whether you visit us at our north offices tucked away near Missouri State University, or head south to Architect Coffee Co. and find us just a few feet down Republic Rd & East Charleston, we have a space for you.

With 10 licensed clinicians, each carrying an individual specialty, we’re pretty confident we have the perfect place for you to exhale & find some healing this summer.

Come on in. This is the place for you. ♥️♥️♥️

💕MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDER APPRECIATION DAY 💕

Today we shout out to our incredible team-members and also to other hard-working area providers. It takes a village; we don’t care where you find your therapist, just make sure they are evidence-based and are the best match for YOU!!

Rooting all our fellow providers on today & always!

McGuire Christian Counseling Stratton Christian Counseling Anchors of Hope Counseling .ca and EAGLECREST too! ❤️

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all the moms out there trying to get everyone to smile in the picture. We see you. Indeed, we are you! 😂❤️

But alas, life isn’t in the pictures. So may you know all year long that your sleepless nights, tired eyes & prayer-clinging years are producing fruit beyond what any photo may or may not show.

With LOVE & LIGHT to all the bio, step and spiritual mamas out there. We are rooting for you!
❤️ Truth & Counsel

Q: Truth & Counsel, you’re a mental health clinic, why are you always offering fitness classes?

A: GLAD YOU ASKED! Research consistently shows a strong positive correlation between regular exercise & improved mental health. A few of the many ways it helps:

🧠Reduction in Mental Health Conditions: Regular exercise is associated with lower rates of depression and anxiety.

🧠Brain Chemistry: Exercise releases neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine that stabilize mood and combat depression.

🧠Reduced Inflammation: It helps lower inflammation which increases cognitive function.

🧠Neurogenesis: It encourages neural growth.

🧠Self-Image: Physical activity strengthens self-esteem, confidence, and positive self-image.

Get moving! Your brain will thank you. 💕 DanaFit

It’s that time again— TEAM SPOTLIGHT SERIES day; we bring you detailed information about a clinician on our team to help YOU best determine your perfect therapist match. The research tells us that FIT is the top predictor of a successful counseling experience. So… let’s find your fit!

Today we bring you our last (***anything but least***) team spotlight for the season, Jamie Parsons!

“With over 16 years of experience, I am dedicated to supporting women ages 17–45 as you navigate life’s many transitions and challenges. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns, and struggles with self-worth. Known for my warm, laid-back, and approachable style, I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where you can feel comfortable being open and honest.

Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a foundation, I help you identify unhelpful thought patterns, build practical coping skills, and develop healthier perspectives. I also thoughtfully integrate a Christian faith-based approach for those who desire it, incorporating biblical principles, prayer, and spiritual encouragement into our work together.

My heart is to help you grow in confidence, strengthen your resilience, and embrace your identity and worth—both personally and spiritually. Let’s connect!” - Jamie Parsons, MS, LPC

🤍Jamie has a few openings left on her calendar. Email us to schedule a complimentary consultation with Jamie! [email protected]🤍

Monday means it’s time for our TEAM SPOTLIGHT SERIES. The research confirms it; the most important indicator of healing in the counseling room = YOUR fit with your therapist. For this reason, we want you to meet Hayley!

“I am passionate about working with young adult women. I also specialize in working with teens who are walking through challenging times.

If you are a young adult navigating career changes, moves, or shifts in relationships, I’m for you. I have a heart for meeting women where they are as they seek out community and learn to embrace self-compassion. Our work together may explore ways to grow, reflect, and build a life rooted in values while caring for the mind, body, and spirit as a whole.

For teens, I strive to provide the safety and connection they need as they seek to understand their identity in Christ and their place in this world.” - Hayley Duneman, MS, PLPC

If you need a breath of fresh air and a large dose of compassion along with healing, Hayley is taking clients!

Our Team Spotlight Series continues! Research shows that the best predictor of success in counseling is the connection you have with your therapist.

We want you to feel right at home, so read on to get to know Kaci and see if she’s the right match for you!

“I love sitting alongside women 18+ who are navigating the complexities of life. Do any of these sound like you?

✔️the college student stepping into adulthood
✔️the woman who achieves much but rests little
✔️the wife or mother carrying more than she lets on
✔️the woman standing in the middle of a life transition wondering, “Who am I now?”
✔️the woman who is tired of surviving and ready to heal.

My approach is Christ-centered, values-driven, supportive, and evidence-based. I integrate CBT tools with faith in a way that is both clinically grounded and spiritually meaningful. My heart is to help women explore identity, clarify values, and examine the mindset patterns and inner narratives that are shaping their lives. Together, we identify cognitive distortions that interfere with emotional and spiritual well-being and replace them with truth, clarity, and alignment.” - Warmly, Kaci Cunningham, MS, PLPC

Kaci is taking clients! Email to schedule a complimentary consultation. [email protected]

In today's guest post, Licensed Professional Counselor Sunshine Loveland breaks down a critical topic every parent and educator needs to understand: self-harm behaviors in teens….

Content Warning: This article discusses su***de and self-harm, which may be distressing to some readers. This post is not a substitute for professional mental health support. Please prioritize your well-being. USA/Canada: Call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (24/7).

7 Ways to Support a Teen Struggling with Self-Harm — Truth and Counsel In today's guest post, Licensed Professional Counselor Sunshine Loveland breaks down a critical topic every parent and educator needs to understand: self-harm behaviors in teens…. Content Warning:  This article discusses su***de and self-harm, which may be distressing to some readers. Thi