Therapy for Women in St. Louis Who Feel Overwhelmed, Disconnected, or Stuck
I’m a trauma-informed EMDR therapist in St. Louis, MO, specializing in helping high-functioning women struggling with anxiety, burnout, and relationship patterns.
Serving all of Missouri, Illinois, and Florida
Therapy for Women in St. Louis
You might look like you’re holding everything together.
But inside, it feels different.
You’re overwhelmed. Disconnected. Exhausted in a way that rest doesn’t fix.
You’ve tried pushing through. Staying strong. Keeping it all together.
But something in you knows—it’s not working anymore.
Therapy can be the place where that begins to shift.
Who This Is For
I work with women in St. Louis who are:
Overwhelmed but still functioning
Struggling with anxiety or emotional burnout
Feeling disconnected from themselves
Carrying the impact of past trauma
Ready for deeper healing—not just coping
How Therapy Helps
Therapy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping you:
Slow down and understand what’s underneath the surface
Regulate your nervous system
Process what you’ve been carrying
Rebuild trust with yourself
Feel more calm, clear, and connected
My Approach
My approach is trauma informed, grounded, and direct.
I combine clinical expertise with a calm, human presence—so you feel safe and supported while also moving forward.
I specialize in EMDR therapy, a powerful approach that helps process trauma and reduce emotional overwhelm in a way that creates lasting change.
You can learn more here:
“Dr. Shick is incredibly kind and emphatic. She approaches our sessions with curiosity and thoughtfulness. We always have some good laughs together in sessions as well.”
Hi, I’m Erica.
I’m a trauma-informed EMDR therapist in St. Louis, and I work with women who are ready to stop surviving and start feeling grounded, connected, and confident in themselves.
My style is warm, direct, and very human.
I’ll meet you with compassion — and I won’t tiptoe around the truth.
Sometimes we’ll laugh. Sometimes things will land quietly.
You’ll always be respected, believed, and supported.
I don’t see you as broken.
I see someone whose system learned what it needed to — and is now ready for something different.
Meet Dr. Erica Shick PhD -
A Trauma-Informed EMDR Therapist in St. Louis
“I learned that I can’t control someone else’s behavior. I also now know how to take car of myself and be happy.”
Located in St. Louis, Missouri
Serving women across St. Louis and surrounding areas with trauma-informed therapy and EMDR.
This May Be a Good Fit If You…
Feel disconnected from yourself
Are overwhelmed but still “functioning”
Want real healing—not just coping strategies
Value both expertise and a human, grounded approach
Are ready to feel more like yourself again
Frequently Asked Questions
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You’ve already taken the first step by being here.
When you’re ready, you can schedule a consultation through the button on this page or reach out directly by text.
If you’d like to talk first, we can start with a brief 15–20 minute consultation call. It’s relaxed, supportive, and completely pressure-free.
You don’t need to share everything—just the “headlines” of what’s been going on and what you’re looking for.
From there, we’ll decide together if this feels like the right fit and schedule your first session at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
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Yes—I offer a free 15–20 minute consultation.
This is a chance for you to ask questions, share a bit about what’s bringing you in, and get a feel for how I work.
The conversation is calm, supportive, and not rushed. There’s no pressure to commit—just space to see if this feels like the right next step.
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I work with women in St. Louis and across Missouri and Illinois who are feeling:
Overwhelmed but still functioning
Disconnected from themselves
Anxious, burnt out, or emotionally exhausted
Impacted by past trauma or difficult family dynamics
Many of my clients are working through perfectionism, people-pleasing, or the long-term effects of growing up in emotionally complex environments.
I also support women navigating boundaries, identity, and relationships—including those impacted by a loved one’s addiction.
If you’re looking for deeper healing—not just coping—this may be a good fit.
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For clients who want it, yes.
I often work with Christian, Catholic, and spiritually-minded women who want a therapist who understands how faith and values shape emotional well-being and life decisions.
Whether your spirituality feels grounding, complicated, or somewhere in between, it can be explored here with care, respect, and without judgment.
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Sessions are grounded, calm, and focused on what you need that day.
We might:
Process deeper experiences using EMDR
Explore patterns, triggers, and emotional responses
Work on regulating your nervous system
Or simply slow things down and create space to breathe
There’s no pressure to have the right words or a plan.
Your role is to show up as you are.
My role is to guide the process in a way that feels safe, steady, and supportive. -
A standard 50-minute session is $150.
Longer sessions (90–120 minutes) are available when appropriate—especially for EMDR or deeper processing work.
I am a private-pay therapist, which allows us to focus fully on your needs and maintain a high level of privacy.
I can provide documentation for out-of-network reimbursement and will guide you through that process if needed.
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I offer EMDR therapy both in-person in St. Louis and virtually.
EMDR is a powerful, research-backed approach that helps process trauma, reduce emotional overwhelm, and create lasting shifts—without needing to talk through every detail.
We’ll determine together if it’s the right fit for your needs.ion
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Both.
I offer in-person therapy in St. Louis, MO, as well as virtual sessions through a secure video platform.
We’ll choose the option that feels most supportive and fits your schedule.