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Angela Bryant

Therapist · Missouri

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Trauma

Angela Bryant
Credentials
LCSW, LSCSW
License
LCSW, Missouri · 2010039058; LSCSW, Kansas · LSCSW 4953; LCSW, Illinois · 149.028072
NPI
1942504105
Experience
10 years
Languages
English
Location
Missouri
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy
  • Attachment-based work
  • EMDR for trauma

About Angela

Angela Bryant is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) practicing in Missouri with ten years of experience. She has worked as a psychotherapist and consultant and supports people dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, parenting questions, and ADHD. She also assists those facing trauma or emotional abuse and accepts international clients. Sessions are conducted in English.

Her background includes clinical work across the lifespan, from young adults through older adults. She has experience in education settings and with first responder concerns, so she understands the pressures those roles can bring. Her practice addresses a broad range of issues including grief, addictions, compassion fatigue, and caregiver stress.

Angela uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) alongside attachment-based and client-centered approaches. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and EMDR for trauma work. In session she focuses on emotions and relational patterns to understand what keeps a problem going.

Her style is interactive and respectful. She avoids labels and works with each person to shape practical steps they can use between meetings. That can mean learning new ways to manage anxiety, practicing skills for better concentration, or processing past hurts with trauma-informed methods.

To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How Emotion-Focused and Attachment Work Translate to Online Sessions

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and working with emotions that shape relationship and personal patterns. It helps people name hard-to-spot feelings and look at how those feelings affect their behavior and connections. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds influence current reactions and trust. It can be useful when relationships or repeated patterns feel stuck or painful.

Angela also uses client-centered methods that prioritize the person's perspective and pace. These approaches mean sessions often involve reflective conversation, noticing emotional responses, and practicing new ways to respond. The therapist and client decide together which approach or mix of methods fits best for current goals.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or let someone avoid travel time. It can also help maintain continuity of care for people who live far away or travel frequently. The therapist will collaborate with each person to arrange session length and timing that suit their routine and needs.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

10+ years

Listed in

Missouri, Kansas, Illinois

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, grief, parenting strain, ADHD, and related concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic approach?

She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside attachment-based and client-centered methods, and also integrates CBT and EMDR when helpful.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has ten years of experience as a psychotherapist and consultant, working across settings including education and first responder supports.

What are her credentials and location?

She is an LCSW and LSCSW licensed in Illinois, Kansas, and practices in Missouri.

Which languages and international options are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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