Our Providers
David Wermuth, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
“The ideal client is anyone willing to come to therapy. With a strengths-based, trauma-focused, and client-centered approach, I can work with nearly any individual, couple, family, or group. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, SOZO, Elijah House, and Immanuel Approach.
My specialties are working with mood disorders, addictions, personality disorders, children, and families. I also specialize in couples counseling. I am Level 1, 2, and 3 Gottman Method Couple's Therapy trained - the gold standard for couples counseling.
With a nonjudgmental stance and an open heart and mind, I welcome any client. Additionally, I can provide animal-assisted therapy with Indy, my therapy-trained FB1 Goldendoodle.”
Penny Smith, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
“PTSD is not always easily talked about and is often masked by other symptoms. Do you startle easily? Unable to sleep through the night? Having nightmares? These are symptoms of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder after experiencing domestic violence, workforce harassment, tragic events, death of a family member or friend, or a natural disaster such as a tornado, flood, or fire. PTSD can be a vicious cycle of triggers, anxiety, panic attacks, tiredness, unable to sleep, nightmares, ruminating thoughts, having conditions that you can't escape. I provide understanding, find the triggering event, and work through the event to find peace again.
I am trained, certified, and specialize in trauma therapy, both current trauma, and issues arising from past trauma with Adults and Teens. through my previous position, I have extensive experience treating clients with Personality Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Bipolar I and II, and Schizophrenia. Additional expertise in Drug and Alcohol counseling.
I feel my diverse background and experience in Social Work gives me a unique insight that clients find beneficial when seeking help with relationship issues or need life coaching. During my career path, I was a single mother, working full-time while obtaining my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.”
Victori Wright, Licensed Master Social Worker
“I enjoy working with youth and families. I received my bachelor's in Social Work from Missouri Southern State University. I then received my Master’s Degree from Missouri State University. I have spent the last 4 years working as a School Social Worker at Carl Junction Schools where she works with students by offering therapy, crisis services, and connecting families to community resources. Before my time at Carl Junction Schools, I worked at Missouri Baptist Children’s Home as a case manager. My experience with children and families, as well as social services and school systems, gives me a unique perspective on how to best help clients. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families.
I understand know that no single therapy approach is the right one for every individual, and so I have experience in a wide range of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Animal-assisted therapy, Trauma Focus Therapy, Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-based Therapy. I also enjoy utilizing play and art activities along, with incorporating my therapy dog, Daisy, in therapy sessions to help children feel safe and comfortable. If your youth struggles with things like problematic behaviors, trauma, addictions, mood disorders, or relational conflict, Daisy and I would love to help.
In my time outside of work, I enjoy crafting, sewing, and spending quality time with my husband and our three children. I also enjoy traveling, hiking, and reading good books.”