Therapists in Kansas City, MO

Hi! You have made a big first step in finding peace! Are you looking to transition to your best self? Do you struggle with low self-worth or question your choices in life? Do you continue to embrace relationships and choices that are not healthy and supporting of the life you really want? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and putting your life values first? I can help you release old habits and learn to uncover the peace that you deserve in your life. I have experience Mindfulness; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Solution Focused Therapy; Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Trauma Informed Care.

Graduated from University of Kansas in 2015 with a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a Clinical Emphasis. Over 7 years of clinical experience across a variety of treatment settings including community mental health; crisis intervention; group therapy; and medical social work. Experienced in providing counseling services to a variation of individuals; from children; adolescents to young adults. Bilingual; fluent Spanish speaker. I am passionate about helping people overcome their emotional challenges while adjusting to difficult life changes. My treatment approach is unique to each individual; we work as a team.

Hi! I am so glad you decided to look into Talkspace! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and use a variety of techniques within therapy; however; I believe the most important aspect is the quality of the therapeutic relationship and collaboration. I believe in the importance of developing our strengths to resolve conflict and to improve our daily lives. I am trained in CBT; Trauma-Focused CBT; and crisis intervention. I work with depression; anxiety; PTSD; parenting; relationship and spirituality issues. I love my job and am honored to be able to walk with people as they navigate through difficult times.

As a therapist I assist in bringing positive change into a persons life while keeping a realistic; solution focused approach. I have worked in many different settings from child welfare to the prison system. I feel my vast array of knowledge and experience helps to create out of the box" solutions. I use a strengths based approach to working with my clients; I believe change is possible through encouragement and validation. "

Welcome! I am excited to connect with individuals who are looking for support for anxiety; depression and relationship issues. I have over 6 years experience in working with individuals to assist them in reaching their goals. This is a judgement free zone- a space that is about you reaching the goals that you have for yourself. Individuals of all genders; races; faiths; and sexuality's are all welcome here. I use a combination of trauma informed CBT; DBT skills as well as ACT therapy principals. Looking forward to supporting you to become the best version of self.

Hello; experiencing emotional and behavioral issues can be very scary. I am here to offer you support and understanding as we work together to solve the emotional discomfort you are feeling. The first step toward wellness is identifying what is wrong and having the support and guidance you need to resolve it. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and depression brought on by trauma. I can also help you with many other issues including addiction; relationships; gender identity; generalized anxiety; excessive-compulsive issues; anger issues; grief. I am available for LVS on M and F only between 8a and 4p.

I am a LPC; LMFT; Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CRAADC); a Medication Assisted Recovery Specialist; (MARS); Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor; and AAMFT Approved Supervisor. Education: MA Clinical Psychology; Antioch University Santa Barbara; BA English Literature; UCSB; and doctorate abd work. Previous positions: director of counseling; women's program director; primary therapist at a hospital 28-day residential treatment center; and case manager (SATC). My style as a therapist is warm; attentive; & non-judgmental; and am committed to helping you have a life worth living!

I am trained in: Trauma Recovery; Communication Skills; Play Therapy; Mandated Reporting; Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Abuse; and Mindfulness.I learn and grow from the diverse experiences of others. I seek common ground and focus on shared similarities. My greatest personal success was spending a week on a Native American Indian Reservation and contributing to the Cheyenne River Youth Project. Professionally; I am most proud of my many experiences in the Field of Special Education. All of my work has been extremely rewarding; because of the amazing relationships I have been blessed to be a part of.

Over 20 years of experience practicing as Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with individuals; families; couples; adults; and children. I am a trauma focused therapist and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing or EMDR. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy; and Solution Focus Approach. I recently completed over 300 hours of substance abuse training. I also have a doctorate in higher education. I take a partnership role with my clients. I am nonjudgmental and embrace diversity. I love being a therapist and look forward to meeting you!

I have been a therapist since 2016 and received my MS in Counseling from Pittsburg State University. I have worked in a variety of settings including inpatient and community mental health. I am certified in DBT and can provider DBT informed care as well as trainings in CBT; MI; and Solution Focused therapy. I focus with clients in identifying what works for each person. I am eclectic in my theoretical approach; and it allows me to move between DBT; CBT and other therapy models to find the best fit for each person. My goal will all clients is to help them work towards their life worth living.