Meet Alex Stamey, Thearpist 

Alex Stamey is a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor Under the supervision of Kate Schwenke #2014040796

Alex works with children, teens, and adults who want real tools to handle the hard parts of life. His style is calm, kind, and down to earth. Whether someone is six or sixty, Alex focuses on helping them feel understood, supported, and equipped to face what life is throwing at them.

His goal is simple: that every client walks away with practical strategies they can actually use at home, at school, at work, and in relationships.

Areas of Focus  Alex has a special interest in supporting clients who are navigating:

• Grief and Loss Death of a loved one, divorce, changes in health, or big life transitions that leave life feeling different and heavy.

• Depression Low mood, loss of interest, fatigue, and feeling stuck. Alex helps clients name what is going on and build small, realistic steps forward.

• Anxiety Worry, racing thoughts, “what if” spirals, and the physical symptoms that often go with them.

• Anger Management  Kids, teens, and adults who feel like their anger shows up faster and louder than they want. Alex helps them understand the “why” behind anger and learn safer ways to express it.

• Attachment and Relationships Patterns in families, friendships, and romantic relationships. This can include feeling “too much,” “not enough,” or worried that people will leave.

• ADHD related struggles Focus, follow through, organization, and the emotional ups and downs that often come with ADHD.

Who Alex Works With

• Kids and Adolescents Especially elementary & middle school aged kids who may not click with every adult. Alex is easy going, playful when needed, and kids tend to connect with him quickly.

• Adults walking through grief  People grieving a loss, big life change, or “the way things used to be” who need a steady, nonjudgmental place to sort through it. With grief, Alex offers a space where your story is not minimized or rushed. He understands that grief shows up differently for everyone and does not follow a neat timeline.

• Christian Counseling with Adolescent Boys & Men  Counseling that respects and honors their Christian faith. Alex is comfortable weaving faith, values, and real life together for clients who request it.

• Adults wanting stronger family relationships Adults who feel distant from their extended family, and want to repair patterns, rebuild trust, and feel closer again. For adults wanting to reconnect with family, Alex pays attention to how communication, expectations, and old hurts show up, then helps you build new patterns that feel safer and more connected.

How Alex Works with Kids and Caregivers

• Alex keeps caregivers actively involved He schedules caregiver or parent sessions, checks in about what is happening at home and school, and makes sure everyone is on the same team.

• He adapts to what is really going on in a child’s life
  Sessions might include talking, play, problem solving, and practicing new skills. He does not use a one size fits all approach.

• He focuses on practical tools – Kids and caregivers leave with ideas they can try between sessions, not just a recap of what was talked about in the room.

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Availability and Location

Hours :

• Tues, Wed, Thurs – afternoon & evening 
• Friday & Saturday – Morning & Afternoon 

Location:

• Olivette (Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays)
• Saint Charles (Tuesdays, Thursdays)

Get to know Alex!

Outside the office, Alex is very close with his family and spends a lot of time with them and his friends. Some of his favorite interests:

• Writing He enjoys writing non-fiction pieces and short stories.

• Reading Fantasy and science fiction are his favorites, including stories like The Lord of the Rings.

• Games and “nerd” life  Alex happily describes himself as a “big nerd” who enjoys video games and imaginative worlds.

Work with Alex

• A calm, low pressure space to share what brought you in. Alex will ask about your history, your current stressors, and what you hope will change.

• A focus on rapport building, safety, and understanding your world. You will work together to set goals that feel realistic, not overwhelming.

• Sessions that combine listening, education, and skill building. Alex checks in regularly about what is helping, what is not, and adjusts the plan.

• Time for adults to ask questions, learn strategies, and feel supported themselves. Alex believes progress is stronger when the whole team is involved.

Overall, clients can expect to leave sessions feeling heard and more equipped, with clear ideas of what to try before the next appointment.  If you or your child are looking for a therapist who is easy to talk to, collaborative with families, and focused on giving you real tools for everyday life, Alex may be a great fit.

If you are interested in working with Alex, please call (636) 736-0778 or schedule through our online form.