Therapists in Jackson County, MO
Katie Kirkenmeier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, PMH-C, ATR
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed professional in the states of KS (LCPC) an MO (LPC) and a Registered Art Therapist (ATR).
I believe every person has the right to heal and experience personal growth. We all experience hardships and stress in life that can be overwhelming. I am here to help you understand you are not alone and deserve to be heard . My intention is to provide a safe, inclusive, trauma-informed space to support you on your path to healing and to enhance your relationship to self. There is no concern that is too small that you should have to endure by yourself. I believe each individual is unique and deserves a therapeutic experience that is tailored to their healing journey.
I am a licensed professional in the states of KS (LCPC) an MO (LPC) and a Registered Art Therapist (ATR).
I believe every person has the right to heal and experience personal growth. We all experience hardships and stress in life that can be overwhelming. I am here to help you understand you are not alone and deserve to be heard . My intention is to provide a safe, inclusive, trauma-informed space to support you on your path to healing and to enhance your relationship to self. There is no concern that is too small that you should have to endure by yourself. I believe each individual is unique and deserves a therapeutic experience that is tailored to their healing journey.
Lisa D Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64101
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults, adolescents, children and families. I have experience working with clients who are experiencing symptoms of stress, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma in a variety of outpatient settings. I utilize a holistic, strengths based approach that combines elements from Neuroscience, Attachment theory, Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral theory, Art and Play therapy. I am now offering Direct Neurofeedback, which offers a drug-free approach to improving brain performance and forming new and enhanced patterns of functioning.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults, adolescents, children and families. I have experience working with clients who are experiencing symptoms of stress, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma in a variety of outpatient settings. I utilize a holistic, strengths based approach that combines elements from Neuroscience, Attachment theory, Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral theory, Art and Play therapy. I am now offering Direct Neurofeedback, which offers a drug-free approach to improving brain performance and forming new and enhanced patterns of functioning.
Dawn Stillinger
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC/KS, LPC/MO, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64111
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a 2-3 week wait to schedule an appointment. I am a creative and caring professional holding a master in counseling psychology degree and a certificate in child and adolescent counseling. With a holistic and trauma-informed approach, I treat the whole person with special emphasis on the effects of trauma. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults. With my previous work in the private sector and art community, I am uniquely qualified to assist individuals with creative challenges or career transitions and concerns.
I currently have a 2-3 week wait to schedule an appointment. I am a creative and caring professional holding a master in counseling psychology degree and a certificate in child and adolescent counseling. With a holistic and trauma-informed approach, I treat the whole person with special emphasis on the effects of trauma. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults. With my previous work in the private sector and art community, I am uniquely qualified to assist individuals with creative challenges or career transitions and concerns.
Kimberly Levitan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
Are you a parent that is feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do your child's emotional or behavioral problems dominate your day? If your child or family is facing challenges, I'm here to help! I see children ages 4-16 presenting a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, depression, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, and more.
Are you a parent that is feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do your child's emotional or behavioral problems dominate your day? If your child or family is facing challenges, I'm here to help! I see children ages 4-16 presenting a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, depression, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, and more.
Larson Counseling Services, LLC
Psychologist, MEd, Psychol, LPC
Verified Verified
Blue Springs, MO 64015
Life can be challenging, especially in our fast-paced transient society. I work with adults, teens, and children of all ages. I specialize in Marriage Conflict and Parent-Child conflict with a large portion of my business devoted to adolescents. From Social Anxiety, to ADHD and chronic depression. I am trained in PLAY THERAPY, EMDR, Veteran's Deployment Psychology, CBT and much more. "Friendly, but professional," describes how most clients see me. I love what I do and look forward to working with you.
Life can be challenging, especially in our fast-paced transient society. I work with adults, teens, and children of all ages. I specialize in Marriage Conflict and Parent-Child conflict with a large portion of my business devoted to adolescents. From Social Anxiety, to ADHD and chronic depression. I am trained in PLAY THERAPY, EMDR, Veteran's Deployment Psychology, CBT and much more. "Friendly, but professional," describes how most clients see me. I love what I do and look forward to working with you.
Well Within Collective
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64055
We find our clients are often trapped in patterns that just aren't working for them. This tends to build frustration, anxiety, and reactivity at the lack of insight to the available resources and abilities to effect change. We offer a variety of services to support you on your journey to your "new". Your new attitude, your new life, your new way of being. Our team of providers are dedicated to providing a comfortable and safe space for you to do meaningful, internal healing and self-exploration. We are passionate about helping and working collaboratively so you can meet your unique needs that lead to lasting change and growth.
We find our clients are often trapped in patterns that just aren't working for them. This tends to build frustration, anxiety, and reactivity at the lack of insight to the available resources and abilities to effect change. We offer a variety of services to support you on your journey to your "new". Your new attitude, your new life, your new way of being. Our team of providers are dedicated to providing a comfortable and safe space for you to do meaningful, internal healing and self-exploration. We are passionate about helping and working collaboratively so you can meet your unique needs that lead to lasting change and growth.
Callie Streich
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAEd, MS, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64108
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to see if I could be a good fit for your journey. I am passionate about supporting clients who are seeking to process through their experiences and seek new insight into their lives. I work with young children through young adult and adult. My nonjudgmental approach comes from my belief that every person has worth even when you might struggle to see that in yourself. My role is to be here to help empower you along your path.
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to see if I could be a good fit for your journey. I am passionate about supporting clients who are seeking to process through their experiences and seek new insight into their lives. I work with young children through young adult and adult. My nonjudgmental approach comes from my belief that every person has worth even when you might struggle to see that in yourself. My role is to be here to help empower you along your path.
Addiction Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64134
My experiences working with individuals facing addiction, mental health, and crises have been eye-opening and transformative. I have witnessed firsthand the pain, despair, and feelings of hopelessness that individuals in crisis experience. However, I have also seen the incredible resilience and strength that individuals possess when provided with the right support and resources. It is this resilience that fuels my determination to make a difference and offer a helping hand to those in need. I am deeply committed to the principles of empathy, compassion, and non-judgmental support in my work.
My experiences working with individuals facing addiction, mental health, and crises have been eye-opening and transformative. I have witnessed firsthand the pain, despair, and feelings of hopelessness that individuals in crisis experience. However, I have also seen the incredible resilience and strength that individuals possess when provided with the right support and resources. It is this resilience that fuels my determination to make a difference and offer a helping hand to those in need. I am deeply committed to the principles of empathy, compassion, and non-judgmental support in my work.
Alicia M. Hegarty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blue Springs, MO 64015 (Online Only)
In a world full of judgment, we need someone we can be vulnerable with. We need someone we can talk to about the uncomfortable thoughts and emotions associated with fears and insecurities. We need someone we can bounce ideas off of to find perspective. In a world full of judgment, we need a nonjudgmental someone who can be kind, empathetic, and psychological educated to help us grow in self and life contentment. My 32 years of cosmetology and services industry work, along with my achievement of honors in both my BA and MA, has allowed me to build acceptance, wisdom, perspective, and awareness in my therapeutic approach.
In a world full of judgment, we need someone we can be vulnerable with. We need someone we can talk to about the uncomfortable thoughts and emotions associated with fears and insecurities. We need someone we can bounce ideas off of to find perspective. In a world full of judgment, we need a nonjudgmental someone who can be kind, empathetic, and psychological educated to help us grow in self and life contentment. My 32 years of cosmetology and services industry work, along with my achievement of honors in both my BA and MA, has allowed me to build acceptance, wisdom, perspective, and awareness in my therapeutic approach.
Country Crossroads Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRADC
Verified Verified
Lone Jack, MO 64070
Thank you for taking a few minutes to research counselors in your area! Finding the right counselor can be the most important part of this journey. We currently have 40+ counselors and 7 admin staff. We offer locations in Pleasant Hill, Warrensburg, Blue Springs, Higginsville, Lone Jack, and Kingsville as well as providing School Based therapy in 15 local school districts. CCC is excited to offer Animal Assisted Therapy at several locations. Clients say they love the escape and have a sense of peace and relaxation. To learn more about our individual counselors and how we can help you, visit our website.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to research counselors in your area! Finding the right counselor can be the most important part of this journey. We currently have 40+ counselors and 7 admin staff. We offer locations in Pleasant Hill, Warrensburg, Blue Springs, Higginsville, Lone Jack, and Kingsville as well as providing School Based therapy in 15 local school districts. CCC is excited to offer Animal Assisted Therapy at several locations. Clients say they love the escape and have a sense of peace and relaxation. To learn more about our individual counselors and how we can help you, visit our website.
Madelyn Hershberger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64081
Life can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and heavy at times. Symptoms of anxiety and depression can affect all areas of life and feel so isolating. If you have experienced trauma in your past or are in a new role or relationship and struggling to adjust and cope, having space and time set aside to care for your mental health is so beneficial and worth it. If you are looking for relief, and wanting to get to the root of what is feeling so challenging for you, I would love to partner with you on that journey.
Life can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and heavy at times. Symptoms of anxiety and depression can affect all areas of life and feel so isolating. If you have experienced trauma in your past or are in a new role or relationship and struggling to adjust and cope, having space and time set aside to care for your mental health is so beneficial and worth it. If you are looking for relief, and wanting to get to the root of what is feeling so challenging for you, I would love to partner with you on that journey.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64113
We're all faced with challenges, big and small. Sometimes these grow to overpower and overwhelm us. The adults, children, and families I work with say that I help them feel heard, valued, comfortable, and that I provide a safe place to explore options and pick the right solutions.
We're all faced with challenges, big and small. Sometimes these grow to overpower and overwhelm us. The adults, children, and families I work with say that I help them feel heard, valued, comfortable, and that I provide a safe place to explore options and pick the right solutions.
Suzanne Grace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64111
Sometimes life can be challenging. It can help to have someone listen to your situation and assist in finding solutions and/or tools to get through some of those challenges.
Sometimes life can be challenging. It can help to have someone listen to your situation and assist in finding solutions and/or tools to get through some of those challenges.
Brendalee R Copp
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grandview, MO 64030
If you need to make a positive change in your life, you are not alone. My passion is to help you work through the things in your life that hurt you. Together, we will create your personalized plan that will lead you to happiness and peace. I deliver quality care in a safe and nurturing environment. I offer trust, respect, confidentiality, and compassion so you are more comfortable sharing your story. Are you ready to begin the journey of healing and change with me?
If you need to make a positive change in your life, you are not alone. My passion is to help you work through the things in your life that hurt you. Together, we will create your personalized plan that will lead you to happiness and peace. I deliver quality care in a safe and nurturing environment. I offer trust, respect, confidentiality, and compassion so you are more comfortable sharing your story. Are you ready to begin the journey of healing and change with me?
Expressive Arts Therapy KC LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW, LCSW, REAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64114
Waitlist for new clients
Are you an adult who is feeling stuck despite having good insight into your struggles? Have you identified your core issues in talk therapy, but struggle to make meaningful change? Do you have unhealed emotional wounds that are impacting you negatively today? Have you been told to use mindfulness techniques to ease symptoms, but haven’t found a practice that works for you or feels accessible? Are you grieving the loss of a person, relationship or identity? Are you seeking expressive, experiential approaches to healing?
Are you an adult who is feeling stuck despite having good insight into your struggles? Have you identified your core issues in talk therapy, but struggle to make meaningful change? Do you have unhealed emotional wounds that are impacting you negatively today? Have you been told to use mindfulness techniques to ease symptoms, but haven’t found a practice that works for you or feels accessible? Are you grieving the loss of a person, relationship or identity? Are you seeking expressive, experiential approaches to healing?
Paige Gabriel
Counselor, MA, LPC-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
Hi! My name is Paige and I am the owner of Juniper Counseling. I graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in December of 2023 with my Master of Arts in Counseling. My path to becoming a counselor was a little different. All throughout my childhood, I wanted to be a teacher. When I got to college, I ended up declaring architectural design as my major. After 1 year, I realized the field of architecture wasn't for me and I switched my major to health sciences, which is what I graduated with in May of 2021.
Hi! My name is Paige and I am the owner of Juniper Counseling. I graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in December of 2023 with my Master of Arts in Counseling. My path to becoming a counselor was a little different. All throughout my childhood, I wanted to be a teacher. When I got to college, I ended up declaring architectural design as my major. After 1 year, I realized the field of architecture wasn't for me and I switched my major to health sciences, which is what I graduated with in May of 2021.
Online Therapists
Darla Todd
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Trimble, MO 64492
Practicing since 2012 in the field of trauma and substance use, I empower families to find the strengths within each of them and work on changing their focus to strengths instead of weaknesses. I practice positive psychology, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy as well as play therapy to engage families and individuals in healing. I embrace creativity while helping individuals find a stronger sense of peace and stability. I tend to use an informal approach with children and teens which can help those who struggle with expressing feelings.
Practicing since 2012 in the field of trauma and substance use, I empower families to find the strengths within each of them and work on changing their focus to strengths instead of weaknesses. I practice positive psychology, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy as well as play therapy to engage families and individuals in healing. I embrace creativity while helping individuals find a stronger sense of peace and stability. I tend to use an informal approach with children and teens which can help those who struggle with expressing feelings.
Bethany Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
Hi there! At the the core of great therapy is the therapeutic relationship between the client and their therapist. I believe very strongly in the positive changes that can occur as a result of therapy. We all have various emotional needs that can be addressed and benefit from the therapeutic process. I am passionate about serving children, adolescents, adults and families. By partnering with my clients, I see tremendous growth towards their goals and improvement in general well being. When working with children and teens, I take a systems approach and work closely with caregivers to provide the most comprehensive care possible.
Hi there! At the the core of great therapy is the therapeutic relationship between the client and their therapist. I believe very strongly in the positive changes that can occur as a result of therapy. We all have various emotional needs that can be addressed and benefit from the therapeutic process. I am passionate about serving children, adolescents, adults and families. By partnering with my clients, I see tremendous growth towards their goals and improvement in general well being. When working with children and teens, I take a systems approach and work closely with caregivers to provide the most comprehensive care possible.
Megan Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64152
Seeking help from someone you have never met and discussing your most challenging life obstacles can be very uncomfortable and scary. However, at some point in our lives, searching for guidance and support outside of our friends and family may be needed in order to get you to your desired goal in life. Or maybe you are on the right path, but simply need validation and support. Whether your goals are decreasing anxiety, assisting with family conflict, or guidance with trauma, I can assist you with your desired outcome. I work with all ages from diverse backgrounds.
Seeking help from someone you have never met and discussing your most challenging life obstacles can be very uncomfortable and scary. However, at some point in our lives, searching for guidance and support outside of our friends and family may be needed in order to get you to your desired goal in life. Or maybe you are on the right path, but simply need validation and support. Whether your goals are decreasing anxiety, assisting with family conflict, or guidance with trauma, I can assist you with your desired outcome. I work with all ages from diverse backgrounds.
Karmen Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Carrollton, MO 64633 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself overthinking everyday life occurrences? Do you feel like stress and worry are taking over areas of your life that you used to enjoy? Do you find relationships difficult to navigate? Did something happen to you and now you feel like you can't move forward? What if I told you that you don't have to stay stuck, that I can help you navigate those waves that are making you feel like you are sinking...I can help you. The first step is reaching out, you are well on your way!
Do you find yourself overthinking everyday life occurrences? Do you feel like stress and worry are taking over areas of your life that you used to enjoy? Do you find relationships difficult to navigate? Did something happen to you and now you feel like you can't move forward? What if I told you that you don't have to stay stuck, that I can help you navigate those waves that are making you feel like you are sinking...I can help you. The first step is reaching out, you are well on your way!
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.