Jacilynn Peacock, LCSW, trauma therapist with Open Arms Wellness in St. Louis, MO

Jacilynn Peacock, LCSW

Therapist in St. Louis, MO.

Meet Jacilynn, LCSW 

Welcome! I’m Jacilynn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to walking alongside you on your journey toward healing, clarity, and emotional well-being. Whether you’re navigating life for the first time or returning to therapy for continued growth, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, heard, and empowered.

With a holistic, “whole person” approach, I offer therapy rooted in empathy, authenticity, and respect. I honor your personal truth while helping you reconnect with your strengths so you can thrive—not just survive.

 

What I Offer

I work with individuals, couples, and families across all stages of life—from children to adults—supporting a wide range of emotional and relational challenges. My services include:

  • Therapy for Children & Adolescents: Support with school issues, ADHD, emotional regulation, identity, and more
  • Family & Parenting Support: Guidance through divorce, co-parenting, blended family dynamics, and conflict resolution
  • Couples Counseling: Strengthening communication, intimacy, and trust using research-based approaches like the Gottman Method
  • Adult Mental Health & Life Transitions: Managing anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, career shifts, and relationship stress
  • Substance Use & Recovery: Compassionate care for youth and adults navigating addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns
  • Mental Health Assessments & Evaluations: For treatment planning, referrals, or diagnostic clarification

 

Why Choose Jacilynn?

  • Experienced & Compassionate: Over a decade in clinical, nonprofit, and leadership roles equips me with both empathy and expertise.
  • Whole-Person Approach: I focus on your mind, body, and relationships, blending insight, skill-building, and emotional exploration.
  • Inclusive & Culturally Sensitive: I create a safe space for individuals and families from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
  • Customized, Flexible Care: Using an eclectic toolkit of evidence-based therapies, I tailor each session to your goals and needs.

 

Client Focus

I work with a diverse range of clients, including:

  • Children, Teens, and Parents
  • Couples and Families
  • Young Adults and Adults
  • LGBTQIA+ Individuals and Non-Traditional Families
  • Caregivers and Professionals Managing Burnout

Common challenges I support include:

  • ADHD, school challenges, and behavioral concerns
  • Anxiety, depression, and mood disorders
  • Divorce, co-parenting, and blended family transitions
  • Self-harm, suicidal ideation, and trauma recovery
  • Women’s issues, infertility, and body image
  • Adoption, grief, and identity development
  • Relationship struggles, communication breakdowns, and marital concerns
  • Alcohol use, anger management, and codependency

 

Therapeutic Modalities I Use

My approach is integrative and personalized, drawing from evidence-based, trauma-informed, and strength-focused methods:

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered & Humanistic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based Counseling
  • Family Systems & Structural Family Therapy
  • Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT)
  • Gottman Method for Couples
  • Gestalt & Interpersonal Therapy
  • Culturally Sensitive & Inclusive Practices

 

What Clients Say

“Jacilynn has a way of helping you feel grounded, even when everything feels uncertain. She listens deeply, challenges gently, and truly meets you where you are. Therapy with her has been life-changing for me and my family.”
— Grateful Client

 

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Healing begins with the courage to take the first step—and you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re ready to build confidence, improve relationships, and create a life that feels meaningful and manageable, I’m here to help.

Schedule a consultation today and let’s take that step together toward balance, growth, and lasting change.