Center for Hope & Healing

See Yourself Through To A Brighter Light

We exist to support, educate and empower you.

We SEE you where you are.  Our aim is to support, educate and empower you to where you want to go.

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About

Our Mission

To compassionately provide therapeutic experiences, where our clients feel supported and empowered to learn how to become the best version of themselves.

The Center for Hope and Healing is a private practice that provides individual therapy to individuals and families going through life transitions and mental health challenges such as the death of a loved one, divorce, and serious illness of self or loved one. Our goal is to help individuals foster resiliency, increase problem solving and coping skills, reduce stress reactions, and develop healthy relationships, thereby improving overall wellness.  Kristen Ernst, LPC, is the Director and Owner of the Center for Hope & Healing. Please call 636-328-0878 or email KristenErnst@CHHCounseling.com to schedule an appointment.

1. Support

We create safe, judgment-free spaces to assist you in understanding yourself in a deeper way.

2. Educate

We provide skills that assist in your individual and unique goals.

3. Empower

We provide an environment that stimulates growth and assists in your evolving self.

4. Growth

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Our Value

We SEE You Through

Our mission is to support, educate, and empower our clients as they embark on their journey towards mental and emotional well-being.

Our mission is to provide comprehensive support, guidance, and understanding to our clients as they navigate their personal journeys towards healing and growth. 

1. Support

We offer unconditional acceptance and guidance, assisting clients in navigating challenges and overcoming obstacles with strength and resilience.

2. Educate

Through personalized psychoeducation, we aim to equip our clients with valuable insights, tools, and coping strategies to enhance their self-awareness, resilience, and emotional well-being.

3. Empower

We are committed to empowering our clients to reclaim their agency, cultivate self-compassion, and embrace their inherent worth and potential, enabling them to live authentically and thrive in all aspects of their lives.

4. Growth

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Our Value

We SEE You Through

Our mission is to support, educate, and empower our clients as they embark on their journey towards mental and emotional well-being.

Our mission is to provide comprehensive support, guidance, and understanding to our clients as they navigate their personal journeys towards healing and growth. 

Kristne Ernst, MA,LPC

Meet our owner

Our Mission

To compassionately provide therapeutic experiences, where our clients feel supported and empowered to learn how to become the best version of themselves.

The Center for Hope and Healing is a private practice that provides individual therapy to individuals and families going through life transitions and mental health challenges such as the death of a loved one, divorce, and serious illness of self or loved one. Our goal is to help individuals foster resiliency, increase problem solving and coping skills, reduce stress reactions, and develop healthy relationships, thereby improving overall wellness.  Kristen Ernst, LPC, is the Director and Owner of the Center for Hope & Healing.

Please call 636-328-0878 or email KristenErnst@CHHCounseling.com to schedule an appointment.

Meet Our Team

Services Provided

Individual, couples and family counseling to all ages. 

We offer both Virtual and In-Person Counseling for individuals, couples and family counseling to all ages.

Kristen Ernst, MA, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

I specialize in Grief, Trauma and PTSD and Suicidal Ideation.
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Tim Beauparlant, MSW, LCSW, CEAP

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I specialize in Grief and Substance Use.
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Renee Ratley, M.ED., LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC

I specialize in Grief, Trauma and PTSD and Suicidal Ideation.
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Barbara Muehlbauer, MA, PLPC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I specialize in Grief and Substance Use.
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Christy Gronek, MA, LPC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I specialize in Grief and Substance Use.
Learn More >

Our specialities

Each therapist has different specialties but here are some different modalities used in our practice:

Modalities Used:

Our specialities

Each therapist has different specialties but here are some different modalities used in our practice:

Each therapist has different specialties but here are some different modalities used in our practice:

SUPPORT

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse

EDUCATE

  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Hoarding
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infertility
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)

EMPOWER

  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues

“We don’t have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to.”

Brene Brown

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What People Say

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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Counseling can benefit anyone facing life challenges, struggling with mental health issues, or seeking personal growth. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck, counseling can provide support and guidance.

Our counseling center offers expertise in a wide range of areas, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, grief, and self-esteem. We tailor our approach to meet your unique needs and goals.

Sessions typically last 50 minutes to an hour, although this can vary depending on individual needs and preferences.

Yes, we offer both in-person and online counseling sessions to accommodate our clients' preferences and needs. Our virtual sessions provide the same level of support and confidentiality as in-person sessions.

Yes, all of our counselors are licensed professionals with extensive training and experience in their respective fields. They adhere to ethical guidelines and ongoing professional development to ensure the highest quality of care.

Our fees vary depending on the counselor and the type of service provided. We accept various forms of payment, including insurance, and our administrative team can assist you in determining coverage and reimbursement options.

Yes, confidentiality is a cornerstone of our practice. Your privacy is of the utmost importance, and all information shared in counseling sessions is kept strictly confidential, except in situations where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others.

During your initial session, you'll have the opportunity to discuss your concerns, goals, and expectations with your counselor. They'll ask questions to get to know you better and work collaboratively to develop a personalized treatment plan.

Scheduling an appointment is easy. You can call our office, send us an email, or fill out the contact form on our website. Our friendly administrative staff will assist you in finding a counselor and scheduling a convenient appointment time.

 

We are looking for you to join our team

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“We don’t have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to.”

Brene Brown

You are not alone
Mental Health Is Serious

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Anxiety disorders.

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Eating disorders

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Bipolar affective disorder

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Depression

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Dissociation

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Behavioural and emotional disorders in children

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Paranoia

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Our Services / Treatment Approaches

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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

ACT helps clients develop psychological flexibility by accepting their thoughts and feelings and committing to actions aligned with their values, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

Dialectical Behavior

Art therapy utilizes creative expression to explore emotions, reduce stress, and promote self-awareness and healing, making it an effective approach for individuals who may struggle with verbal communication.

Attachment-based

Attachment-based therapy focuses on healing relational wounds and developing secure attachment styles, promoting healthier interpersonal connections and emotional regulation.

Cognitive Behavioral

CBT helps clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors, promoting positive change and empowering individuals to develop effective coping strategies for managing emotions and situations.

Compassion Focused

Compassion-focused therapy emphasizes self-compassion and kindness towards oneself, helping clients cultivate inner strength and resilience while overcoming shame and self-criticism.

Art Therapy

DBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness and acceptance strategies to help clients regulate emotions, improve interpersonal skills, and build a life worth living.

EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused therapy that utilizes bilateral stimulation to process distressing memories and alleviate symptoms of trauma, promoting healing and integration.

Family / Marital

Family and marital therapy focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening relationships within couples or families, fostering greater understanding and connection.

Internal Family Systems

IFS views individuals as composed of various "parts" with unique beliefs and emotions, helping clients integrate and harmonize these parts to achieve greater self-awareness, healing, and personal growth.

Intervention

Intervention involves a structured process to confront and motivate individuals struggling with addiction or other destructive behaviors to seek treatment and make positive changes in their lives.

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing

MI is a client-centered approach that helps individuals explore and resolve ambivalence towards change, fostering motivation and commitment to making positive behavioral changes.

Person-Centered

Person-centered therapy provides a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, promoting self-discovery, personal growth, and empowerment.

Solution Focused Brief

Solution Focused Brief

SFBT focuses on identifying and building upon clients' strengths and resources to develop practical solutions to current challenges, promoting goal-oriented and future-focused therapy.

Somatic

Somatic

Somatic therapy integrates mind-body techniques to address the impact of trauma and stress on the body, helping clients release tension, regulate emotions, and restore balance and well-being.

Strength-Based

Strength-Based

Strength-based therapy emphasizes clients' strengths, resources, and resilience rather than focusing solely on pathology, empowering individuals to leverage their innate abilities to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

Trauma Focused

Trauma Focused

Trauma-focused therapy is designed to address the psychological effects of trauma, helping clients process traumatic memories, reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and regain a sense of safety and control.