Tyler Z. Tooley, ms, lpc-S, RPT C-APT
Tyler is a licensed professional counselor and supervisor (LPC-S), Registered Play Therapist (RPT), a certified AutPlay® Therapist (C-APT), and approved supervisor for AutPlay Therapy. Tyler completed his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Missouri State University in May of 2020 and his Bachelor’s in Psychology at Missouri State University in May of 2017. He is currently working on his PhD in Counseling Education at University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL).
Tyler specializes working with individuals of all ages who are neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, OCD, gifted, etc.) and integrates AutPlay® Therapy with neurodivergent adolescents, teenagers, young adults & adults, by utilizing technology, including video and computer games, iPads, and virtual reality (VR) into sessions. Tyler is the developer of Gaming Therapy and he is currently conducting research and developing training programs for other clinicians.
Tyler serves as an Advisory Board Member for AutPlay® Therapy, where he provides strategic advice and assistance regarding management, operations, marketing, and the overall direction of programs.
Tyler is the Vice-President & Technology Officer for the Missouri Association for Play Therapy, and serves on the Committee for Continuing Education at the International Association for Play Therapy (APT).
Although he specializes in neurodivergent-related disorders, Tyler also frequently works with people who suffer from anxiety-related disorders (specific phobias, PTSD, etc.), mood disorders (Bipolar, Depression, Suicidal Ideations, etc.), as well as certain personality disorders (Borderline Personality Disorder).
“I do not have all the answers in life and I don’t pretend I do. I’m here to help you look at yourself and your/your child’s environment so that you may identify the things that need to change so we can develop a plan and take action to get those things accomplished.
I am goal-oriented and solution-focused. I’m here to help you get things done, to help you change your/your child’s thoughts, behaviors, emotions and environment by helping you/your child improve particular skills so that current and future obstacles may be overcome.”
License #: 2020029275
Jordan Garber, MS, PLPC
“I believe it takes courage to choose to give counseling a chance, and it's a great first step toward becoming your most mentally healthy self. I also understand that opening up to someone can be intimidating, and my goal is to meet each and every client where they are and support them along their journey.”
As a counselor, Jordan’s priority is to really hear you and understand the issues that are of most importance to you. She strives to create a safe space where you feel accepted and can be vulnerable and honest about whatever is going on. Jordan focuses on collaboration with her clients to establish therapy goals and actively work towards them one step at a time. She is passionate about helping her clients make progress toward mental wellness. Her approach is warm, yet direct, often utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral framework. She also understands that each person is different, and she aims to be flexible in her approach to meet her clients' needs.
Jordan received her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Missouri Baptist University and is a provisionally licensed professional counselor (PLPC) in the State of Missouri under the direct supervision of Tyler Z. Tooley, MS, LPC-S, RPT.