Jean Kirch-Holliday, LPC

Meet Jean

Jean received her M.Ed. in Counseling Psychology at the University of Missouri and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. Jean has previously worked in a substance use treatment center and at an employee assistance program. She was employed as a family support specialist for many years at ParentLink, a program at the MU College of Education & Human Development. In 2021, Jean became a certified therapist in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which is an evidence based treatment for trauma. She also is certified in the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) which is an auditory intervention that is aimed at regulating the nervous system.

Jean focuses on establishing a relationship of understanding and support as clients seek to make changes in their life. Integrating a variety of techniques including mindful awareness, education on nervous system regulation and self-compassion practices, she assists clients in expanding their coping skills. Jean works with adults to address trauma, depression, anxiety, grief & loss and relationship issues.

Specialty Areas

• EMDR Certified 

• Self-Compassion Practices

• Parenting

• Anxiety

• Trauma

• Adults

Payment Options

• Blue Cross Insurance

• United HC Insurance

• UMR Insurance

• Cigna Insurance

• Aetna Insurance

• Medicaid Insurance

• Healthlink Insurance

Session Availability

• In-Person

• Telehealth