Helene Platke, LCSW

Licensed in Missouri · 3 years in practice

Helene Platke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who focuses on helping people manage anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, and eating or body-image concerns.

License and registration

LCSW, Missouri: 004517 · expires September 2027
NPI: 1861007502 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 3
Languages: English

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About Helene

Helene Platke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who focuses on helping people manage anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, and eating or body-image concerns. She speaks plainly and aims to make therapy feel practical and approachable. Her style centers on listening first and then working out clear steps people can try between sessions.

Helene uses a mix of approaches to match each person’s needs. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

Background and approach

She incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance. Mindfulness practices are used to help people stay grounded in the moment. Internal Family Systems ideas help identify inner parts that influence feelings and choices.

With three years of professional experience, Helene builds straightforward plans with measurable goals. Sessions focus on what’s causing daily stress and what can shift in small, realistic ways. She helps people map out coping skills, communication strategies, and routines that support recovery and resilience.

Helene earned her Master of Social Work and practices in Missouri as an LCSW. She offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. Her approach emphasizes collaboration so the person in therapy helps shape the work.

People who want clear tools, calm guidance, and a therapist who listens may find her way of working helpful. She prioritizes practical exercises, steady support, and a plan that fits each person’s life and goals.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Helene lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Eating disorders
Depression
Body image
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues

Approaches Helene names

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Online support

How Helene's Approaches Work Online

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and then practice small changes to feel better. It is helpful for anxiety, depression, eating concerns, and stress. DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches skills for managing strong emotions, handling crisis moments, and improving relationships. It is useful when emotions feel overwhelming or reactive.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. Helene will work together with each person to choose or combine methods that match their goals and day-to-day needs. That collaborative process means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan over time.

Online sessions let people access therapy in ways that fit their lives. Video calls give face-to-face time for skill practice and guided exercises. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when being on camera feels hard. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, homework support, or when someone needs flexible communication between sessions. These options make it easier to maintain regular contact, practice skills consistently, and fit therapy into a busy schedule.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Helene address?

She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating and depression, with additional attention to body image, domestic violence, and food-related issues.

What is Helene's therapeutic style?

Her style is practical and collaborative, pairing skills-based methods with mindfulness and work on internal parts to create concrete steps between sessions.

How much direct experience does she have?

Helene has three years of experience working as a clinician in mental health settings.

What credentials and location should I know about?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - practicing in Missouri.

Can I work with her if I'm outside the United States?

Yes. Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.

Which session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different scheduling needs.

How are costs handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What do I do to begin working with Helene?

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