Anxiety, Burnout, and Depression Therapy for When You Can’t Just “Snap Out of It”

Virtual therapy for anxiety, stress, burnout, and depression, serving Missouri and Illinois.

You're getting everything done, but it doesn't feel sustainable. You're more irritable, exhausted, or disconnected than you used to be, and wondering when things got this hard.

Anxiety, stress, burnout, and depression therapy at CLS Counseling & Consulting helps you move beyond just getting through the day and start feeling like yourself again.

Who is this for

You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. It may be time for therapy if you:

  • Feel anxious, overwhelmed, or constantly on edge.

  • Are exhausted but struggle to truly rest.

  • No longer enjoy things that used to bring you happiness.

  • Find yourself snapping at the people you care about.

  • Have tried to manage it on your own, but nothing seems to stick.

  • Feel like you have to keep going because everyone depends on you.

What gets in the way

Many people wait too long because they think:

  • "Everyone feels this way."

  • "I don't have time for therapy."

  • "Therapy didn't help me before."

  • "I don't want to be medicated. I just want to feel like myself again."

Those concerns are common, but you don't have to keep pushing through alone.

How it Works at CLS

Our approach is practical and personalized.

You'll gain insight, but you'll also leave with strategies you can use between sessions.

We use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness to treat anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, and depression. Together, we'll identify patterns, develop practical coping skills, and create lasting changes that fit your daily life.

A simple path forward:

  1. Connect – Meet with a therapist to understand what's going on.

  2. Create a Plan – Set goals and build practical coping strategies.

  3. Make Progress – Develop lasting skills that help you feel more balanced and resilient.

Who You'll Work With

Three clinicians on our team treat anxiety, stress, burnout, and depression. You don't need to pick the “right” one before reaching out, the free intro call is designed to help you figure that out together.

Nicole McSuhm

Stress, emotional overwhelm, and disconnection

Warm, relational, and grounding

Works with anxiety, depression, and burnout as they show up in relationships and communication, not just internally. She's LGBTQ+ affirming, disability-affirming, and uses a relational approach (Gottman, EFT, IFS) to help clients understand not just what they're feeling, but why it keeps happening.

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LCSW, IL

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LCSW, MO & IL

Carolina Dolan-Dominguez

Helps clients who struggle with attention, follow-through, and organization. Blends emotional support with concrete strategies that actually work in real life.

Attention, organization, and follow-through

Structured, compassionate, and practical

Cassandra Sissom

Works with high-achieving women and LGBTQ+ clients who are anxious, burned out, or quietly depressed while still keeping it together on the outside. She specializes in the exhaustion that comes from being the reliable one, at work, at home, or both, and helps clients build systems that actually fit how their brain works.

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LCPC, IL. LPC, MO

Stress, burnout and high expectations

Insightful, direct, and supportive

Common Questions

How do I know if this is anxiety, burnout, or depression?

You don't need to diagnose yourself before reaching out. A lot of people show up with some mix of all three. Your first session is where we sort out what's actually going on and what to do about it.


What kind of therapy do you use for anxiety, stress, burnout, and depression?

We draw from evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based methods, adapted to your life. Sessions are collaborative and action-oriented, you'll leave with something to try, not just something to think about.


Do you offer virtual therapy in Missouri and Illinois?

Yes. All sessions are virtual, and we currently serve clients located anywhere in Missouri or Illinois.


Do you accept insurance?

We can help you understand your options, including self-pay and out-of-network reimbursement. Reach out before your first session and we'll walk you through what applies to you.


How long does therapy for anxiety, stress, burnout, or depression usually take?

It depends on what you're working through, but most clients start weekly or every other week and space sessions out as things improve. The goal isn't therapy forever, it's giving you tools you can eventually use on your own.


What happens on the free intro call?

It's a short, no-pressure conversation to see if it's a good fit, for you and for us. No commitment, just a chance to ask questions and get a feel for how we work.


Can I switch therapists if the first match isn't the right fit?

Yes. Fit matters more than sticking with a first pick. If it's not clicking, tell us and we'll help you find someone who's a better match.

Have more questions?

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Start with a consultation to explore your options.