Martha Metter, LPC trauma therapist at Open Arms Wellness in Ballwin, MO

Martha Metter, LPC

Therapist in Ballwin, MO

Meet Martha Metter, LPC – Helping You Rediscover Your Authentic Self

Are you feeling stuck, disconnected, or like you've lost sight of who you really are? Life has a way of dimming our inner light—especially when we’re navigating trauma, difficult relationships, or deep emotional pain. I’m Martha Metter, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and I specialize in helping individuals uncover the answers that already exist within them.

Whether you’re healing from narcissistic abuse, struggling with codependency, or searching for meaning during a life transition, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can reconnect with your truth, restore your confidence, and begin living with intention again.

What I Offer

I provide individual therapy for adults seeking transformation, healing, and deeper self-understanding. My approach is holistic and client-centered, blending evidence-based practices with intuitive, nature-based, and spiritual tools to support emotional clarity and growth.

Areas I support include:

  • Relationship Issues & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Self-Esteem, Identity, & Spiritual Exploration
  • Addiction, Substance Use & Chronic Relapse
  • Life Coaching & Transitions
  • Women’s Empowerment
  • Support for Caregivers & Aging Adults
  • Dual Diagnosis & Emotional Regulation

Together, we’ll address what’s holding you back and build a path forward grounded in authenticity, resilience, and peace.

Why Choose Martha?

  • 🌿 Integrative & Eclectic: I combine traditional and holistic approaches—whether you resonate with meditation and energy work or evidence-based modalities like EMDR and CBT.
  • 💬 Compassionate & Insightful: I offer a deeply empathetic presence rooted in years of experience, spiritual wisdom, and clinical training.
  • 🌈 Inclusive & Affirming: I welcome clients of all backgrounds, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, and provide a safe space for those exploring spirituality or healing from toxic dynamics.
  • 🌻 Empowerment-Focused: I don’t just help you “cope”—I help you reconnect to your inner knowing, purpose, and voice.

Client Focus

I specialize in working with adults of all ages, including:

  • Those recovering from narcissistic relationships, codependency, or emotional abuse
  • Individuals navigating spiritual growth, life transitions, or identity loss
  • Clients facing substance use, alcohol addiction, or dual diagnoses
  • Women seeking clarity around self-worth, boundaries, or purpose
  • Seniors and caregivers dealing with burnout, grief, or major life changes

You don’t have to go through this alone. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the surface and create real, sustainable change.

Therapeutic Modalities I Use

My approach is eclectic, personalized, and trauma-informed. Modalities include:

  • Psychodynamic Therapy – Understanding how your past shapes your present
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Identifying and transforming unhelpful thought patterns
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Healing trauma at the root
  • Existential & Humanistic Therapy – Exploring meaning, purpose, and authenticity
  • Person-Centered Therapy – Holding space with unconditional positive regard
  • Feminist Therapy – Centering your voice, values, and lived experience
  • Motivational Interviewing – Building motivation for change in addiction and recovery
  • Transpersonal & Spiritual Counseling – Integrating mind, body, and spirit
  • Nature-Based & Energy Counseling – Tapping into nature’s healing power and intuitive wisdom
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy – Grounded in safety, empowerment, and emotional regulation

What Clients Say

“My sessions with Martha have helped me feel heard in a way I’ve never experienced before. She’s guided me through tough times with compassion and wisdom, and I finally feel like I’m finding myself again.”
— Former Client

Ready to Start Your Healing Journey?

You’ve already taken a brave step by seeking support. Now, let’s walk the next part of the journey together. Whether you're working through trauma, rediscovering your purpose, or seeking healing from harmful patterns, I’m here to help.

Reach out today to schedule a consultation—and begin your path back to clarity, connection, and your most authentic self.