Therapists in Missouri

Are you overwhelmed with worry, sadness, or intrusive thoughts? Are you feeling stuck in life? Do you find yourself pushing away your emotions because they are uncomfortable? It can be challenging to deal with everything life throws at you. Sometimes we can carry the weight of past experiences for years, not knowing how to overcome the build-up of negative experiences and thoughts. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to feel in control of your thoughts and emotions rather than being held at their mercy? It can be a challenging road, but it is well worth the effort.

Do you live in a constant sense of disconnection-no matter what you do, things never feel quite "okay?" Do you feel controlled by your emotions, overwhelmed by the pressure to accomplish what you have set out for yourself in life? Has this snowballed into a constant sense of anxiety, stress, and disappointment? Are your relationships struggling also? Do communication breakdowns and conflict feel like the norm? Do you feel frustrated by the conflict and disconnection that have emerged in your life, and it is hard to know how to break the cycle? There is a way to ask for what you need without sacrificing your own boundaries.

I help those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, stress, overwhelm or are feeling like their life is out-of-control. I specialize in trauma, which is any distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms your ability to cope, causes feelings of helplessness, diminishes your sense of self and/or your ability to feel the full range of emotions and experiences. I frequently work with first responders and others who have high stress jobs and who experience trauma in their everyday life.

You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, a relationship or trying to heal from a traumatic experience. Perhaps you are experiencing grief and are feeling lost and confused. You may have something from your past that keeps coming up and seems to be holding you back. You may be here seeking help for a child or loved one. Regardless of what you are struggling with, I believe you are your own expert. I want to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to share your feelings and experiences as you grow as your own healer.

Whether navigating life transitions, managing stress and anxiety, or addressing past traumas, I work collaboratively with my clients to develop practical strategies and coping skills that promote resilience and well-being. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, compassion, and collaboration, with the belief in the inherent resilience and potential for growth within each individual and family system. If you are ready to make changes, create and achieve goals, and improve your relationship with yourself and others, I would love to help.

I believe that the mind, body, and spirit are naturally inclined to healing if given the right space and support. I find a particular interest in working with victims of narcissistic abuse and betrayals and incorporate DBT, somatic counseling, mindfulness, emotionally focused therapy and narrative therapy into my work with these individuals. I also offer couples counseling services and utilize the Gottman Method to address the real work and change needed for couples to heal. LGTBQIA+ affirming.

Our mission is to provide the highest quality therapy and counseling in Lee's Summit, MO and the surrounding community. For issues ranging from anxiety and depression to family systems, and trauma. We believe in the power of relationships but understand that most of us have experienced obstacles in our lives that leave us hurting, isolated and alone. Our therapists are professionally certified to provide the best evidence-based care to support your self-exploration and mental health journey.

I specialize in helping women who feel uncomfortable in their skin, out of control with food or weight, worried about whether they "measure up," or who want to improve their sense of self-worth. I take a client-centered, compassionate, and autonomy-supportive approach to empower you in finding balance, self-compassion, and fulfillment, so that you can more fully live the life you've always dreamed of, without being held back by insecurities or self-doubts.

I love working with children and adolesecents, the more problematic and difficult the kids, the better. I enjoy interacting with them in ways that help us get to the core problems, while implementing coping skills into their daily life to decrease the daily struggles they have at home, at school, with their peers, and out in the community. Empowering them to find their values and integrate them into their daily choices. I also enjoy working with women. Empowering, strengthening and uplifting them to live their full potential, while processing major life events and changes that might be hindering their ability to be successful.

Let's be real. You are here looking for a therapist because something in you knows it is time for change. Whether that change is just for you or within your relationships... whether it is old stuff you "should be over," new stuff that is just hitting, or another combination of life's challenges... I'm here, ready to walk through it with you. You are here, and that is the first courageous step. Let's take the next step together by scheduling a free consultation call to see if we are a good fit. Please note: In order to provide you with personalized & flexible therapy, I do not accept insurance. I do accept HSA, Debit, & Credit Cards.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or in need of support? Do you have past experiences that you want to understand and heal from? Maybe you just need a space for yourself where you can explore and grow? I bring compassion and warmth to our sessions, helping you connect to your own resilience and make sense of your unique story. My framework is intersectional, LGBTQIA affirming, anti-racist, and feminist. I work collaboratively with you to support your growth and help you thrive.

Are you struggling with feelings of loneliness? Maybe even in the company of others? Do you question if something is inherently lacking within you, hindering your ability to forge the meaningful connections you yearn for, yet maybe also fear? Are you grappling with uncertainties about how to cultivate intimacy with your partner or how to initiate and nurture fulfilling relationships? Perhaps past hurts have left you hesitant to trust again, leaving you pondering if there's a way to discern who is worthy of your trust and affection. You deserve love, connection, and fulfillment, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.