Business Details
44 Years
experience
Licensed Psychological Services in California
Jonathan Speare has provided comprehensive mental health care for over four decades. Founded by Dr. Jonathan Speare, a licensed psychologist in both Minnesota and California, our practice specializes in treating anxiety, trauma, depression, and addiction through evidence-based and innovative therapeutic approaches. With advanced training in EMDR, clinical hypnosis, and energy therapy, we offer personalized treatment programs tailored to individual needs.Our expertise extends to both traditional psychotherapy methods and non-traditional modalities, ensuring clients receive the most effective care for their specific challenges. We maintain strict confidentiality protocols and have served clients from St. Louis County and surrounding areas, with a recent transition to California-based operations.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Trauma Treatment
Addiction Recovery
Pain Management
EMDR Therapy
Clinical Hypnosis
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Counseling
Telehealth Sessions
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of clinical experience treating mental health disorders
- Certified in multiple therapeutic modalities including EMDR and clinical hypnosis
- Personalized treatment plans combining traditional and innovative approaches
- Specialized expertise in trauma, addiction, and chronic pain management
- Telehealth services available for California residents
Associations and certifications
- EMDR International Association
- American Society of Clinical Hypnosis
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
- NAADAC - The Association for Addiction Professionals
Services
Individual Therapy
Specialized one-on-one therapy for adults addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life challenges. Combines evidence-based methods with personalized approaches to develop coping strategies and promote emotional healing through structured sessions focused on individual growth and recovery.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing treatment for trauma and PTSD. Utilizes bilateral stimulation to help process distressing memories, reduce emotional distress, and develop new coping mechanisms through structured eight-phase treatment protocols proven effective for trauma recovery.
Addiction Recovery
Comprehensive approach to overcoming chemical dependencies and behavioral addictions. Integrates traditional counseling with specialized techniques addressing underlying trauma, developing relapse prevention strategies, and promoting holistic healing through both individual and group therapy components when appropriate.
Clinical Hypnosis
Certified hypnosis therapy for behavior modification and emotional healing. Utilizes guided relaxation techniques to access subconscious patterns, address anxiety and phobias, and reinforce positive behavioral changes through approved protocols from the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis.
Telehealth Services
Secure virtual therapy sessions for California residents. Provides accessible mental health care through HIPAA-compliant platforms, maintaining treatment continuity for existing clients and offering new appointments while adhering to current state telehealth regulations and confidentiality standards.
People
Jonathan Speare
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Speare holds psychology licenses in Minnesota and California with over 40 years of clinical experience. Specializes in trauma, addiction, and chronic pain management using evidence-based and innovative therapeutic approaches.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide evidence-based treatments including EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and clinical hypnosis, along with innovative approaches like energy therapy.
Do you treat both individuals and couples?
Yes, we offer both individual and couples counseling for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma-related conditions.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Telehealth services are available for California residents, following current state regulations and licensing requirements.
What mental health conditions do you specialize in?
Our practice specializes in treating anxiety disorders, depression, trauma/PTSD, addiction recovery, chronic pain management, and relationship issues.
How do you handle client confidentiality?
We maintain strict confidentiality protocols with records kept secure for 10 years after final appointments, following California state regulations.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We previously worked with major Minnesota providers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicaid, and Medicare, but currently focus on California-based services.