Holistic Counseling

Counseling services from a mind/body/spirit perspective

Lisa Ours MA, PLPC

Lisa has a Bachelor of Arts from Columbia College in Psychology and a Master of Arts from Webster University in Counseling. She is a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor finishing up her final year of supervision. Lisa is also an ordained minister of the Universal Life Church.

Lisa is the on-staff mental health services provider for Inspiration Center and sees clients on Wednesdays and Fridays by appointment only. Recently Lisa has begun providing online counseling in the form of both secured IM chat and E-mail (E-therapy) for clients who either cannot or are unable to participate in a formal face-to-face in-office therapeutic setting.

"It's all about the journey"

Holistic Counseling: What is it?

Holistic is a word that refers to the concept of the human being as a whole made up of vital components. These components are referred to as mind/body/spirit connection or the “Trinity of Health”

Holistic counselors work specifically with this connection providing highly individualized services while monitoring each aspect of wellness as it impacts the others. The dimension of spirit is approached with great respect for the faith standpoint of the client. Should clients express a preference, the counselor is always willing to refer clients to the clergy of their choice to pursue this aspect of wellness.

When does a person need counseling ?

Life can become difficult for all of us. When it does we all need someone to talk with or go to for support and guidance.

Many people turn to friends and family, spiritual leaders, pastors or a church congregation. Much of the time this is enough to pull people through a “Tough Spot.” Sometimes it isn’t.

Have you ever heard the phrase “Can’t see the forest for the trees?” Counselors help you see the forest. Sometimes problems start out small but because we are too close to the situation they become larger and more tangled then they have to be.

Your Counselor Will:

Cultivate a "safe" place for you to discuss your concerns or problems
Listen to you in a genuine and non-judging manner
Provide objective observation and bring to light any faulty thinking or negative patterns currently in your life
Assist you to acquire new skills and ways of thinking that will facilitate positive change
Respect your right to be an active participant in the counseling and decision making process.

Counseling Services Should Always Be Unique to the Client:

No two people are exactly the same even if the reasons for seeking counseling often are. Each person approaches life and its’ experiences differently. With this in mind it stands to reason that the therapeutic process be adjusted to meet the client’s needs rather than shoving the client into a form that doesn’t fit.

The goal of the counselor is to work with the client to create the best possible counseling experience.

To Schedule an Appointment

Lisa sees clients on Wednesdays and Fridays by appointment only. To schedule a session please contact Inspiration Center at 573-364-0517 and we will be happy to set up an appointment time for you.

If you have some reservations about the counseling process you may contact us at the number above to schedule a 30 minute consult with Lisa to discuss concerns or questions you may have prior to entering into the formal counseling setting.