ABOUT US

Meet 'TJ'Jones, MSW, LCSW, RPT™ 

Clinical Director and Registered Play Therapist™  

at Divine Youth Wellness Centre, LLC (DYWC). With over 14+ years of experience in community-based behavioral health services, TJ has supported Saint Louis children and families in many diverse settings including homes, schools, and hospitals. 

Inspired by her faith, and personal and professional experiences, TJ's vision for DYWC was to offer community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare services, specializing in play-based therapy for children and adolescents aged 4 to 16. TJ's approach focuses on alternative supportive services as therapeutic extracurricular activities, aiming for social change through innovative and enjoyable methods to enhance overall health outcomes for youth, families, and communities. Committed to providing accessible and affordable care, TJ creates a nurturing social environment for healing and growth. 

Outside her dedicated work to area youth and families, TJ enjoys spending time with her children, family, and friends, co-leading a church children's recovery ministry, dancing, and indulging in moments of relaxation. 

Payment Accepted: Private/Self-Pay – $100 per 55-minute session

Sliding Scale: Contact us to see if you are eligible. 

Insurance(s) – Medicaid, Cigna, Anthem/BCBS, and United Healthcare/Optum.

My name is Tanys, and I am a concentration-level MSW student at the University of Missouri–St. Louis. I am passionate about working with children and hope to pursue licensure in play therapy and other therapeutic techniques as I continue my career in social work.

Outside of school, I enjoy traveling to other countries, spending time with my cat, and a fun fact about me is that I am left-handed!

We are  excited to share that Tanys, Graduate Intern Therapist, is currently accepting children and adolescents ages 4–16 and young adults ages 18–24, specializing in Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered Therapy. 

Appointments with Tanys are available for just $25 per session, and a sliding fee scale is also available for those who qualify.

Hi, my name is Taylor! I am excited to begin my journey with Divine Youth Wellness Centre. Outside of school, I enjoy concerts, movies, and spending time with my dogs.

We are excited to share that Taylor, Graduate Intern Therapist, is now accepting children and adolescents ages 5–18, with clinical interests in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Play-Based Therapy. 

Appointments with Taylor are available for $25 per session, and a sliding fee scale is also available for those who qualify.

Please join us in welcoming Myesha, LMSW Clinical Therapist to the Divine Youth Wellness Centre team!

Myesha believes every individual deserves a safe, supportive space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. 

She utilizes a collaborative, strengths-based approach and incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Play Therapy techniques to help children, adolescents, and families build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and experience lasting healing.

Now accepting new clients for $50-$65 per session and a sliding fee scale is also available for those who qualify.

Please join us in welcoming Mary Adcock, LMSW Clinical Therapist to the Divine Youth Wellness Centre team!

Mary brings five years of experience in community-based nonprofits and case management, helping families access resources that support both physical and emotional well-being. 

She enjoys working with teenagers, young adults, and adults while continuing to expand her work with children and adolescents. Her clinical interests include trauma therapy, play therapy, social-emotional learning, motivational interviewing, somatic therapy, expressive arts therapy, and Social Skills @ Play℠.

Now accepting new clients for $50-$65 per session and a sliding fee scale is also available for those who qualify.