Amy Francis
Licensed Professional Counselor
Encourage Counseling Services, LLC
Welcome! I’m Amy, a licensed professional counselor providing in-person and telehealth therapy to individuals, families, and couples in Missouri. With over 20 years of experience as a clinician in the mental health field, I specialize in working with teens and adults who are looking for support navigating life’s challenges.
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The specific challenge you’re facing may be a life transition, anxiety, difficulties in your relationship, or grief. Or you may be seeking support for your teenager struggling with academic stress, depression, or low self-confidence. I am here to offer support and guidance, where we can work together so that self-discovery, healing, and meaningful change can occur.
My Approach
Life can present a variety of challenges that can feel overwhelming at times. Sometimes those struggles can feel difficult to manage on your own, and I am here to listen and offer support.
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I provide a warm, non-judgmental space, where my clients feel heard and understood. The compassion and empathy that my clients experience allow them to feel safe to process past hurts, explore and openly express thoughts and emotions, and develop personal insight.
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​My client-centered approach, coupled with evidence-based techniques, allows my clients to become empowered to experience the self-discovery and personal growth they desire.
​​Through evidenced-based approaches that are tailored to fit the needs of each client (such as, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skill building, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, and mindfulness techniques), I work together with my clients to help them explore their emotions, develop effective coping strategies, gain insights, and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Contact Me
Deciding to seek counseling is an important step toward resolving challenging life issues and personal struggles. I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where you will be supported to utilize your personal strengths, while gaining self-awareness and practical solutions to foster growth and change. It is my goal to partner with you and help you become empowered to make positive changes and live a healthy, more meaningful life.
130 Westwoods Drive
Liberty, MO 64068
Tel: 816-223-6376
amy@encouragekc.com