Larry Shapiro, PhD
Psychologist
St. Louis MO
My approach is very direct, professional, and practical. Ideally, individuals who work with me are willing to put in work between sessions and appreciate being challenged. My goal is to work collaboratively, working on resolving issues rather than coping. It's my belief that coping implies you will have those issues forever, so the goal must be elimination of symptoms.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience licensed in Missouri and New Jersey, and a member of PsyPact which allows me to practice Telehealth in 42 states. I will, however, provide in-person services for psychedelic experiences to help ensure the safe use of the medicines.
In addition to my clinical work, I am an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry at Washington University School of Medicine where I lecture on cognitive-behavioral approaches to OCD and panic disorder, interviewing skills, combat trauma, and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. I am a lead therapist at the Health Mind Lab where we investigate the effects of psychedelics on depression and anxiety. I also serve as a clinical advisor to the Center for Holistic Interdisciplinary Research in Psychedelics (CHIRP).
Telehealth for adults:
Who are not getting good relief from traditional psychiatric medications for anxiety and depression.
Who are experiencing life-cycle challenges like loss of job/career change & divorce.
Who are combat-veterans unhappy with the treatment they have been getting at the VA.
Who are facing terminal or chronic illnesses and end-of-life anxiety.
Who are high functioning business owners or professionals who would like to sharpen their thinking, reduce stress or increase creativity.
Who have ADHD
Who have a history in narcissistic relationships (parents or partners) or who have a history of childhood bullying.
Who have had previous challenging psychedelic experiences or incomplete or unsatisfactory integration.