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You’re not behind,
You just need a better fit
Many neurodivergent people don’t lack talent or potential—we’re often trying to succeed inside systems that were never designed for how we naturally function.
You may feel smart, capable, and full of ideas, yet still struggle with choosing a path, staying consistent, or sustaining energy long-term. Together, we can set up the right structures so you can thrive.
I work with each client to help them build a future that works with their brain, not against it. I help people navigate career uncertainty, burnout, job changes, entrepreneurship, and other life transitions with practical support and nervous-system-informed care.
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I work with people who feel...
Build a Life That Reflects Your Unqiue Strengths
Career counseling that supports your creative path:
Strength Analysis:
Utilize your skills, interests, and capacity, not just what you "should" do.
Value Alignment: Choose work that feels meaningful and realistic
Advocation: understand how to ask for what you need with confidence
Empowering Support:
build systems that foster long-term success
Regulated & Resourced: reduce burnout while building momentum
Future-Focused:
move towards realistic goals with clarity instead of dread
About Creative Path Counseling
Career Counseling + Therapeutic Support
Hi, I’m Jillian! I blend therapy, somatic nervous system support, and practical career strategy so we’re not just talking about goals—we’re creating realistic pathways to reach them.
Different from others who promote productivity at all costs, we focus on sustainable success. That means honoring your energy, nervous system, creativity, and unique rhythm while still building a meaningful future.
Support may include:
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Communication skills for supervisors, coworkers, and interviews
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Support for entrepreneurs, creatives, and self-employed clients
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Processing fear of failure, rejection, or workplace trauma
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Workplace accommodations and self-advocacy support
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ADHD-friendly organization and planning systems
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Clarifying next steps during major life transitions
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Career exploration and identifying aligned paths
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Job transitions or re-entering the workforce
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Burnout recovery and sustainable planning
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Phase 1: Reclaim Awareness
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Identify patterns of burnout, boredom, and dissatisfaction in past jobs
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Explore how ADHD, autism, sensory sensitivities, executive functioning challenges, or masking may impact work experiences
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Recognize people-pleasing, perfectionism, and overcompensation
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Identify personal values, interests, and your best fit type of work
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Replace "Why can't I make this work?" with "What kind of work is for me?"
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Understand why certain work environments feel energizing while others feel exhausting
Therapeutic Framework to Support Neurodiversity
Many neurodivergent adults aren't struggling because they're incapable—they're often trying to build careers within systems that weren't designed for how their brain works. Whether you're considering a career change, feeling stuck in a role that drains you, recovering from burnout, or trying to find work that aligns with your strengths, the Creative Path framework helps you move from confusion and self-doubt into clarity and direction.
FAQ About Neurodiverse Career Counseling in Missouri
1. Where are you located?
I offer in-person therapy at my office in St. Louis, MO. I also offer virtual therapy for neurodivergent students and adults in Missouri.
2. What are your rates?
$150 for a 54-minute confidential session
3. Do you take insurance?
I accept most major insurance providers to make therapy more accessible:
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Aetna
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Blue Cross
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Blue Shield
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BCBS
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Optum
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Oscar Health
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Oxford
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UnitedHealthcare
Out of Network: I'm also happy to provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Contact your insurance provider to learn about your out-of-network benefits.
4. What if I am unable to pay for therapy?
I offer a limited number of sliding scale spots based on financial need. Please inquire during your clarity call if cost is a barrier to accessing care.
5. How can I know if Creative Path Counseling is a good fit for me?
Before our first session, I schedule a 15-minute clarity call with new clients. This way, we can get to know each other to see if we vibe.
6. What is it like to work with you?
After you complete your new client intake form, our first 60-minute session together will be about your story. We'll dive deeper into your history, your strengths, and your goals for therapy. We'll start to map out what your creative path forward might look like.
We'll typically meet weekly, either in my St. Louis South County office or virtually. This is where the work happens! We'll use the approaches we've discussed (like somatic therapy, DBT skills, or career planning) to help you make real, practical progress toward your goals.
