About me

As you search for just the ” right” counselor, the task may seem overwhelming. ” Will I like them?” ” Will they like me?” ” Will anyone ever understand?” ” Will they really be able to help me?” The list of concerns may seem exhausting.

I have over thirty years of experience but I don’t have all the answers. I have never met YOU. I have never heard YOUR hopes and dreams and life story. What I do know from my training, professional experience, and life experience is that counseling works. There is no magic pill to ” fix ” your issues but with honesty, understanding, empathy, and proven methods, we can work together to make positive changes. Probably the most important element in a client/counselor relationship is trust.

I want you to feel secure in the knowledge that you are entering a safe place. You will not be judged. I will treat you with compassion, understanding, and respect.

I have been a son, brother, husband, father, employee, employer, and friend. I know how complicated life and relationships can be because I’ve been there.

In my spare time, I enjoy camping, backpacking, music, biking, and photography. I have frequent visits from wildlife and I’m a pet lover.

I have a Master’s degree in Psychology and have extensive training in trauma. substance abuse disorders, marriage counseling, mindfulness, and adolescent behavior disorders.

I look forward to meeting you.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationships
  • Trauma, Abuse
  • Grief
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Family conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Coping with life changes , ADHD

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 25

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

MO LPC 000440

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Wesley Hirst. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Apr 18, 2024 after therapy with Wesley for 1 month

Excellent experience for my teen! Seeing tremendous progress and growth after each session. Love the tools and responsibilities offered. Definitely a blessing for our family!

Written on Jan 23, 2024 after therapy with Wesley for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief

He is kind, a great listener, and is very honest and realistic.

Written on Sep 02, 2023 after therapy with Wesley for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Wes was a wonderful therapist for my husband and I. We felt that he truly understood what we were trying to communicate with each other and allowed us to express our feelings in an effective way. We definitely recommend Wes to anyone looking for a great therapist.

Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Wesley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Wes has been great. He helps to cut to the core of the issue and provides a reason as to why you might feel how you’re feeling.

A lot of this therapy has helped me realize having the proper headspace is the key to fighting any illness, and Wes has really put things into perspective for me.

Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Wesley for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

He has helped me through things on a personal level and picked me up from a low point of my life. Very thankful and will get back to him one day hopefully.
Thank you

Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Wesley for 5 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes

Wes is great therapist. I enjoy my sessions and he has helped me cope.

Written on Aug 23, 2022 after therapy with Wesley for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd

He hears me.

Written on Aug 17, 2022 after therapy with Wesley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

An experienced, intelligent, wise, and thoughtful expert in his field- very patient and understanding as well.

Written on Aug 11, 2022 after therapy with Wesley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Wesley is a great listener and provides thoughtful feedback. I would absolutely recommend him to friend in need.

Written on Jun 26, 2022 after therapy with Wesley for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

Wise and kind soul

Written on Apr 16, 2022 after therapy with Wesley for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue

Wesley has been amazing! He’s really great at keeping a clear goal for therapy while also listening intently to my sidebar stories. Highly recommend!

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