
Mental health counseling
Support for where you are. Hope for where you're going.
Professional and compassionate counseling and consulting services through all of life's seasons, for individuals, couples, families and children, in person and online.

About Sandhill Counseling
A supportive place for real change
Sandhill is a specialized, professional mental health practice with highly trained therapists, established in 2009. We offer a safe, authentic experience for personal development, healing, and investment in Self.
We view therapy as a collaboration. Our therapists are diverse in their training and areas of specialization, and they bring their whole selves to the work and invite you to do the same.
Our Services
Personalized care for a wide range of needs.
Individual Therapy
Support for life's challenges, from anxiety and depression to grief, job stress and relationships.
Learn MoreCouple & Marital Therapy
Work with trained couples therapists to understand the real problem, communicate and reconnect.
Learn MoreFamily Therapy
Understand each family member's perspective and move toward long-lasting change together.
Learn MoreChild & Adolescent Therapy
A private, supportive space for kids and teens, with families involved in the healing.
Learn MoreADHD & Executive Functioning
A comprehensive three-part assessment with a written report and personalized recommendations.
Learn MoreEMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, to help past traumas become "unstuck".
Learn MoreVirtual Counseling
Secure Zoom sessions from home or work, with a link sent one hour before your appointment.
Learn MoreGroup Therapy
Teen groups where members share, learn from peers and discover they are not alone.
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Who we help
Support for every stage of life
We work with individuals, couples, families and children of all ages and stages, including people navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, parenting, school and work stress, and major life transitions. No matter what brings you here, you are welcome.

"When the past and the future meet, wisdom awakens."
Our therapy approach
Collaborative. Compassionate. Focused on you.
We view the therapy process as one of collaboration, warmth, genuineness, and growth. We seek to support clients in finding a sense of empowerment, clarity, and permission to grow personally and within their relationships. Our work draws on research-based approaches such as CBT, solution-focused, narrative, strength-based and family systems therapy.
- Collaboration
- Warmth
- Genuineness
- Growth
- Empowerment
How it works
Getting started is simple
You don't have to figure it out alone. Here is what to expect when you reach out.
Reach out
Call 636-500-9247 or request an appointment online. We return calls within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
Find the right fit
Our client coordinators help match you with a therapist and service that fit your needs, location and insurance.
Complete your paperwork
You will receive an email with forms to complete online and access to our patient portal.
Begin your therapy
Meet your therapist in person in O'Fallon or South County, or by secure video, at a pace that works for you.
Meet our team
Over 35 licensed therapists across two offices, diverse in training and specialization.

Lisa Eaton
MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Co-Founder
O'Fallon officeSpecialties: Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Relationship Issues
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Ken Barrett
MSW, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
O'Fallon officeSpecialties: Anxiety Disorders, Separation, Divorce, Step or Blended Families, Depression
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Robert Lindsley
MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Advisor
O'Fallon officeSpecialties: Anxiety & Panic Attacks, Emotional Wellness - Mindfulness, Depression - Mood Disorders
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Stefanie Pisarkiewicz
MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, Senior Licensure Supervisor
O'Fallon officeSpecialties: Self Esteem, Adolescents & Teens, LGBTQ
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Why choose Sandhill Counseling
- Established in 2009, with licensed counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists and a psychologist
- Collaborative, individualized care that meets you where you are
- Support for individuals, couples, families, children and teens
- Couples therapists trained in the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Offices in O'Fallon and South County St. Louis, plus secure virtual sessions
- In-network with Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and Tricare
- An affirming practice for the LGBTQI community
Our locations
Two convenient offices to better serve you.
O'Fallon Office
801 South Woodlawn Avenue, Suite 15O'Fallon, MO 63366
Scheduling: 636-500-9247
Main office: 636-379-1779
Calls returned within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
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Schedule an AppointmentSouth County Office
13303 Tesson Ferry Road, Suite 50St. Louis, MO 63128
Scheduling: 636-500-9247
Main office: 636-379-1779
Calls returned within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
What happens during the first appointment?
After you schedule, you will receive an email with paperwork to complete online and information about our patient portal. When you arrive, have a seat in the waiting area and your therapist will greet you at your appointment time. If your first appointment is by video, a Zoom link is emailed to you one hour before.
Do you offer individual therapy?
Yes. Individual therapy is available for children, adolescents and adults, in person at both offices or by secure video. Learn about individual therapy.
Do you offer couples therapy?
Yes. Our couples therapists are Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists or have Gottman Method or Emotionally Focused Therapy training. Couples and marital therapy is private pay. Learn more.
Do you work with children and adolescents?
Yes. Several of our therapists specialize in children and teens, some working with children as young as 4, and we offer teen groups. Learn more.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call 636-500-9247 (option 1 if you are not sure which therapist to see) or request an appointment online. Calls are returned within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

Taking the first step can be hard.You don't have to take it alone.
Reach out today to schedule an appointment or ask a question. We will help you find the right therapist and service for your needs.





