Helene Platke , LCSW

Helene F. Platke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri who tailors therapy to each person's unique needs. She integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and EMDR to help clients reduce symptoms and build coping skills. Her work begins with exploring why a person is seeking therapy and what they hope to achieve, so she can create a focused treatment plan that reflects individual goals.

She also provides support for children and teens, guiding young people through difficult transitions and emotional challenges. After earning a Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis in 1992, she provided individual, family and group therapy across diverse care settings. Early in her career she concentrated on supporting victims of childhood trauma and violence, and over time she expanded her practice to address eating disorders, anxiety, depression and grief.

Platke emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as a central part of effective work, aiming to identify and remove barriers that stand in the way of progress. She collaborates with clients to focus on achievable goals, helping them move toward their aspirations with practical strategies and compassionate guidance.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and learn practical strategies to change behaviors and relieve symptoms. It is often used for anxiety, depression and eating-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness and tolerating distress, making it useful for emotional regulation and trauma-related struggles. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance techniques that can reduce stress and support healthier relationships with thoughts and bodily sensations.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Helene Platke works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as those needs evolve. That collaborative process helps ensure therapy remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect with licensed professionals. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging make it possible to receive consistent care without travel, easier scheduling and more options to fit therapy into a busy life. These formats support ongoing work on symptoms, coping skills and personal goals while accommodating daily routines.