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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.

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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.

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  • Couple & Marital Therapy

    Work with trained couples therapists to understand the real problem, communicate and reconnect.

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  • Family Therapy

    Understand each family member's perspective and move toward long-lasting change together.

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  • Child & Adolescent Therapy

    A private, supportive space for kids and teens, with families involved in the healing.

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  • ADHD & Executive Functioning

    A comprehensive three-part assessment with a written report and personalized recommendations.

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  • EMDR Therapy

    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, to help past traumas become "unstuck".

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  • Virtual Counseling

    Secure Zoom sessions from home or work, with a link sent one hour before your appointment.

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  • Group 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.

  1. Reach out

    Call 636-500-9247 or request an appointment online. We return calls within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

  2. Find the right fit

    Our client coordinators help match you with a therapist and service that fit your needs, location and insurance.

  3. Complete your paperwork

    You will receive an email with forms to complete online and access to our patient portal.

  4. 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

    Lisa Eaton

    MSW, LCSW

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Co-Founder
    O'Fallon office

    Specialties: Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Relationship Issues

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  • Ken Barrett, MSW, LCSW

    Ken Barrett

    MSW, LCSW

    Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    O'Fallon office

    Specialties: Anxiety Disorders, Separation, Divorce, Step or Blended Families, Depression

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  • Robert Lindsley, MS, LPC

    Robert Lindsley

    MS, LPC

    Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Advisor
    O'Fallon office

    Specialties: Anxiety & Panic Attacks, Emotional Wellness - Mindfulness, Depression - Mood Disorders

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  • Stefanie Pisarkiewicz, MA, LPC

    Stefanie Pisarkiewicz

    MA, LPC

    Licensed Professional Counselor, Senior Licensure Supervisor
    O'Fallon office

    Specialties: 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
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Our locations

Two convenient offices to better serve you.

O'Fallon Office

801 South Woodlawn Avenue, Suite 15
O'Fallon, MO 63366

Scheduling: 636-500-9247
Main office: 636-379-1779

Calls returned within 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

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South County Office

13303 Tesson Ferry Road, Suite 50
St. 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.

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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.