Angela Simbro, LSCSW, LCSW
Trauma-informed social worker focused on wellness
- Trauma-informed care
- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting and family
About Angela Simbro
Angela Simbro is a Missouri-based clinical social worker with six years of professional experience who centers her work in a trauma-informed framework. She holds the credentials LSCSW and LCSW, which stand for Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, reflecting advanced training in clinical social work and therapeutic practice.
Her background includes formal training in trauma-focused approaches, EMDR, ADHD systems and supports, Motivational Interviewing, clinical wellness coaching, and clinical treatment planning for individuals, systems, and communities. She is experienced with safety planning and Zero Suicide intervention, and she uses a range of cognitive behavioral therapies that address dialectical, developmental, and trauma-related needs.
Angela begins by meeting people where they are and prioritizes safety before progressing into treatment. She applies a wellness-oriented, integrative method tailored to each person, frequently combining somatic techniques and psychoeducation with talk therapies. Her treatment planning often blends CBT, DBT, trauma-focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, behavioral activation, strengths-based work, family systems approaches, and expressive arts depending on clinical need.
She has substantial experience helping people manage stress and anxiety, process trauma and abuse, navigate parenting challenges, increase motivation, and build self-esteem and confidence. Angela approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and designs individualized dialogues and plans to reflect unique needs and goals. She recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and supports those first steps toward well-being.
Her background includes formal training in trauma-focused approaches, EMDR, ADHD systems and supports, Motivational Interviewing, clinical wellness coaching, and clinical treatment planning for individuals, systems, and communities. She is experienced with safety planning and Zero Suicide intervention, and she uses a range of cognitive behavioral therapies that address dialectical, developmental, and trauma-related needs.
Angela begins by meeting people where they are and prioritizes safety before progressing into treatment. She applies a wellness-oriented, integrative method tailored to each person, frequently combining somatic techniques and psychoeducation with talk therapies. Her treatment planning often blends CBT, DBT, trauma-focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, behavioral activation, strengths-based work, family systems approaches, and expressive arts depending on clinical need.
She has substantial experience helping people manage stress and anxiety, process trauma and abuse, navigate parenting challenges, increase motivation, and build self-esteem and confidence. Angela approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and designs individualized dialogues and plans to reflect unique needs and goals. She recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and supports those first steps toward well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Angela Simbro have?
Angela Simbro has 6 years of clinical experience.
Is Angela Simbro a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LSCSW and LCSW. License details are KS LSCSW LSCSW 07065 and MO LCSW 2021032925.
In which languages does Angela Simbro provide therapy?
Angela Simbro provides therapy in English.
Where is Angela Simbro located?
Angela Simbro is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Angela Simbro as my therapist?
You can work with Angela Simbro through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Angela Simbro work with international clients?
Angela Simbro does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Angela Simbro cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility by encouraging mindful action toward meaningful goals. It is often useful for anxiety, stress, and difficulty coping with life changes because it focuses on living in alignment with what matters most rather than trying to eliminate uncomfortable thoughts.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to create a supportive space where clients feel heard and respected. This approach can benefit those working through self-esteem, relationship, and identity concerns by centering the client's own experience and goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, teaching practical skills for managing mood, anxiety, and day-to-day challenges. It is often paired with behavioral activation and skills practice to produce tangible improvements in coping and functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Angela collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as progress and circumstances evolve.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to connect from familiar settings and fit sessions into busy schedules. These options can make consistent care more accessible and help maintain therapeutic momentum between in-person appointments when needed.