Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC

05/07/2026

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
At Counseling Associates of the Four States, we want to remind our community that mental health matters — every day, for every person. Taking care of your emotional and mental well-being is just as important as caring for your physical health, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Life can bring challenges that feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate them alone. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, or simply feeling stuck, our team is here to provide compassionate, supportive care tailored to your needs.
This month, we encourage anyone who may be struggling to reach out for support. Therapy and counseling can help you build healthy coping skills, gain clarity, strengthen resilience, and move toward becoming the healthiest and best version of yourself.

Reaching out for help is a courageous step toward healing, hope, and positive change. You do not have to face life’s challenges alone.

We are currently accepting new clients at our offices in Joplin, Springfield, Neosho, and Carthage. 💚

📞 Call us today: (417) 627-9994
🌐 Learn more: counselingjoplin.com

04/30/2026

We’re excited to welcome two fantastic new clinicians to our growing team. Their experience, compassion, and dedication to helping others make them an incredible addition to the care we provide our community.
Both clinicians are now accepting clients, accept insurance, and are ready to serve individuals, couples, and families across the Four States area.
If you’ve been thinking about starting counseling, now is a great time to take that first step—we’re here for you.
📞 Call today: 417-627-9994
💻 Visit us online: counselingjoplin.com

04/28/2026

🌸 The Heart of Motherhood – Mama’s Support Group 🌸

Starting May 5th, Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC is offering a supportive space just for moms. 💛

This is an open group with no weekly commitment, designed to meet you where you are in your motherhood journey. Over 9 weeks, we’ll explore topics like:
✨ Mom guilt
✨ Managing stress & burnout
✨ The emotional side of motherhood
✨ Parenting & attachment styles
✨ Rediscovering hobbies and passions
✨ Body image after kids
✨ Breaking generational patterns
✨ The highs and lows of being a mom

You don’t have to do this alone! Come as you are and connect with others who understand.

📅 Starts: May 5th
⏳ Duration: 9 weeks
💲 Self-pay: $50 | Medicaid accepted
⚠️ Spots are limited!

Reach out today by giving us a call at 417-627-9994 to reserve your spot. We’d love to support you. 💕

04/20/2026

April is Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention Month 💙

At Counseling Associates of the Four States, we recognize how important it is to bring awareness to this issue and support those affected. Our team offers trauma-informed care to help children, adolescents, and families navigate healing in a safe and supportive environment.

If you or someone you know could benefit from counseling, we’re here to help. You don’t have to go through it alone.

📞 Call us today at 417-627-9994 to talk about scheduling an appointment and getting connected with one of our compassionate counselors.

Visit our website at https://counselingjoplin.com/

04/13/2026

Looking to get started with counseling without the long wait? We’re here to help!

At Counseling Associates of the Four States, we pride ourselves on quick turnaround times to get you connected with one of our counselors as soon as possible. Your time matters—and so does your care.

We are currently accepting new clients at all of our locations:
📍 Joplin
📍 Carthage
📍 Neosho
📍 Springfield

Getting started has never been easier.

📞 Call us today at 417-627-9994 or visit https://counselingjoplin.com/ for more information on scheduling your appointment and taking the first step toward support and healing.

Looking for expert counseling in Joplin, MO? Counseling Associates of the Four States offers compassionate therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Start your journey today.

04/03/2026

✨ Meet Our New Provider – Emily Dorland, LMSW! ✨

Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC is excited to welcome Emily Dorland, LMSW to our team!

Emily provides compassionate, trauma-informed, and holistic care to adolescents and adults, offering individual, couples, and adolescent therapy. She has experience supporting clients with anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, substance use concerns, and relationship or codependency challenges, and provides affirming support for LGBTQ+ clients navigating identity, self-expression, and relationships.

Emily uses an integrative approach that includes Solution-Focused, Person-Centered, and Trauma-Informed therapies. She also incorporates somatic techniques and her experience as a certified yoga teacher to help clients build self-awareness, regulate emotions, and develop resilience.

Emily is passionate about creating a welcoming and empowering environment where clients feel heard, supported, and equipped to navigate life’s challenges.

📍 Emily will be seeing clients in our Joplin office and is now accepting new clients.
📞 Give us a call at 417-627-9994 to schedule an appointment!

🌐 Learn more about our services at https://counselingjoplin.com/

04/02/2026

🌷 April Newsletter is Here! 🌷

Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC is excited to share what’s happening this month! One of our highlights is the launch of The Heart of Motherhood Support Group — a supportive space for mothers to connect, share experiences, and find encouragement together.

We are also happy to share that all of our locations are currently accepting new clients. If you or someone you know could benefit from counseling services, we’re here to help.

📞 Call us today at 417-627-9994 to learn more about the Heart of Motherhood Support Group or to get started as a new client.

🌐 Explore our services and locations by visiting our website:
https://counselingjoplin.com/

03/30/2026

Thank you to the Carthage Missouri Chamber of Commerce for hosting great Business Expo this year! We enjoyed connecting with so many community members and fellow local businesses. Events like this are a wonderful reminder of how strong and supportive the Carthage community is.

If you stopped by our booth, thank you for taking the time to chat with us! If you didn’t get the chance, it’s not too late to learn more about what we offer.

Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC is currently accepting new clients at our Carthage location. Our team is here to support individuals, families, and the community with compassionate, professional counseling services.

📞 Call us today at 417-627-9994 to get started.
🌐 Visit our website to learn more about our services: https://counselingjoplin.com/

We look forward to continuing to serve the Carthage community!

03/28/2026

Come see us today at the Carthage Chamber Business Expo! 🎉

Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC is here until 2 PM at the YMCA in Carthage—we’d love to meet you!

We are currently accepting new clients at our Carthage location. If you or someone you know is looking for support, we’re here to help. 💙

📞 Call us at 417-627-9994
🌐 Or check out our website at https://counselingjoplin.com to learn more!

03/26/2026

🎉 We’re excited to be part of the Carthage Chamber 2026 Business Expo!

Come visit the Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC booth and meet some of the counselors from our Carthage office. We’d love to talk with you about the services we offer and how we help connect individuals and families in our community with the support they need.

🕘 Doors open at 9:00 AM
🕑 We’ll be there until 2:00 PM

📍 Carthage YMCA
400 S Maple St
Carthage, MO 64836

💬 Planning to attend the Expo? Let us know in the comments!

🌐 Can’t make it but want to learn more about our services? Visit https://counselingjoplin.com/ to explore our locations, learn about our counselors, and send us a message directly through the site.

Looking for expert counseling in Joplin, MO? Counseling Associates of the Four States offers compassionate therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Start your journey today.

03/17/2026

We’re excited to share that Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC has a new and improved website! 🎉

Our updated site makes it easier than ever to connect our communities with the services they need and find the right support for you or your loved ones.

All of our locations—Joplin, Neosho, Carthage, and Springfield—are currently accepting new clients!

👉 Check it out here: https://counselingjoplin.com/

Call us today or send us a message through our website to learn more or get started!

Find professional help for mood disorders at Counseling Associates of the Four States, LLC. Our experienced therapists are here to support you in managing your mood disorder effectively.