Hope Counseling is proud to offer affordable counseling services to self-pay clients!

*Calculate your self-pay estimated fee by clicking here --- Self-Pay Client Fees Estimator

Please note: All self-pay clients must bring their most recent paystubs for household income to their first appointment to determine the fee.
*The client fee tool is an estimator and may not reflect the final price based on the actual household income amount provided to our team.

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Reuben Smith, MS, LPC

As a licensed professional counselor, Reuben has dedicated his career to helping guide clients through challenging times and empowering them to achieve emotional and mental wholeness with verifiable outcomes. Reuben earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Evangel University and his BA in Counseling Psychology from Central Bible College.

Reuben assists clients struggling with anxiety, depression, spiritual abuse, anger, relationship conflicts, trauma, and grief. While he treats individuals of all faiths or none at all, he incorporates Christian integration into the counseling process for those who find value in that perspective.

Additionally, Reuben serves as an adjunct faculty member at Evangel University’s Master’s in Clinical Mental Health program, where he teaches Couples and Family Therapy, Counseling Theories, and Assessment.

Reuben believes personal autonomy and dignity are paramount in the counseling process, providing clients with a safe and supportive environment to process their emotions and experiences.

Hope Counseling Center offers telehealth (virtual) mental health appointments to those residing in Missouri.

The preferred ages for Reuben are 18 years and older.

Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Ambetter, Anthem BCBS, Evernorth, Essence, Healthy Blue, Home State Health, Humana, United HealthCare, Optum, WellCare, Medicare, Missouri Medicaid, Arkansas Medicaid.

Matthew Vermillion, PLPC

Matthew Vermillion holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Evangel University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the College of the Ozarks. His counseling approach is centered on empowering clients to make meaningful life changes.

Believing in the inherent worth and value of every person, Matthew utilizes compassion and evidence-based interventions to help clients achieve their goals.

For those interested, faith-integrated counseling is available. Matthew is dedicated to aiding clients in creating life-giving meaning from their experiences. He strives to come alongside individuals during difficult times, equipping them with the tools needed for personal growth and resilience.

Hope Counseling Center offers telehealth (virtual) mental health appointments to those residing in Missouri.

The preferred ages for Matthew are 18 years and older.

Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Ambetter, Anthem BCBS, Evernorth (Cigna), Healthy Blue, United HealthCare, Missouri Medicaid, Arkansas Medicaid (coming soon).

Meet Our Therapy Team

Elena Durocher

Elena is currently earning her master's degree in social work through the University of Arkansas. Elena feels passionately about mental health and seeking solutions to difficult life experiences. With a strong foundation of social work competency, she is committed to providing compassionate and effective care.

While earning her BSW, Elena worked at the Children’s Division in Joplin, Missouri, advocating, empowering, and seeking safe solutions for families and children. Elena follows a strengths-based approach with each individual and walks alongside them as they face challenges.

Elena brings enthusiasm, optimism, and determination throughout her practice. She is excited to contribute to Hope Counseling Center’s mission of supporting the community's evolving needs and providing affordable mental health care.

Hope Counseling Center offers telehealth (virtual) mental health appointments to those residing in Missouri.

Elena is open to clients of all ages, with no insurance accepted at this time by Elena until late Summer 2025. Elena will only accept sliding-scale clients

Our University Partners

Hope Counseling Center is proud to partner with local and national universities to provide high-quality experiences in the clinical setting.