Therapists in Lake Lotawana, MO

I've provided therapy services for adults, teens, and children for over 8 years. I've found that the individuals who seem to flourish working with me are those who are particularly committed to understanding themselves and their struggles at a deeper level. I work to help facilitate meaningful insights and this often includes exploration of earlier relationships in a client's life. I believe that each person I work with is a unique and complex individual needing services tailored to them.

I specialize in a few types of clients - Couples hanging on by a thread, men who are less than thrilled at the idea of attending therapy, and individuals that live under a constant state of frustration in life. As someone who has lived and survived all of these scenarios personally, I've have a ton of empathy and a box of tools ready for people motivated to achieve change. Whether you are picking up the pieces from infidelity, exhausted from fighting about the same tired topics, or struggling to escape the things that beat you down, I am honored to pull up a chair and begin sorting through the mess in your first session.

The decision to see a counselor may be intimidating or overwhelming. Sometimes we need to seek help outside family and friends. It is not easy to walk through the door and talk to a complete stranger. I want you to know, I have been where you are right now, and I hope you will reach out. I work with individuals who struggle with abandonment/trauma/abuse. I also work with couples who struggle with communication/infidelity/trust/conflict resolution. Investing in yourself and your relationships will be the most important investment of your lifetime.

Being alive and creating the types of relationships you want is a gift and, simultaneously, a challenge. If you are trying to reduce resentment after years of misunderstandings, heal after infidelity, renew your relationship as empty nesters, navigate differences in emotional and physical desires, start your marriage on the right track through premarital therapy, and more, I encourage you to set up a first session or consultation call with me.

Finding the right counselor may be one of the most important decisions you can make in seeking a better life. As my client, you will be provided a therapeutic relationship that is non-threatening, challenging, empowering, and ultimately life changing. You will find that your pain, which is actually healing trying to happen, will be lessened and most likely alleviated, your feelings and experiences are valid, and that you can make positive changes to improve your life and relationships. I'm a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and specialize in relationships - between couples, parents and children, friends - any human relationship

I strive to create a unique therapeutic experience for all of my clients. Everyone who comes and sits on my couch needs something different. During our time together, I will listen to your experiences and try to understand you. From this deep understanding, we will create goals for your treatment. I want you to have a say in your healing journey. I will never tell you what to do, or push my idea of treatment onto you. Therapy is a collaborative process where we will figure out how to best treat you. Let’s begin your healing journey together.

Do you feel alone, and like no one cares? I care about you and your well being. I want to help you win against the struggles you are facing. You are capable of more than you think and I want to bring out the best in you. I am confident that i can help you. I want to be a shoulder to lean on emotionally as well as to cry on. I love working with new people, of all differences, and diversities. Given the chance, I would love to serve and care for you in your time of need.

The focus of my work is helping individuals struggling with addiction and compulsive sexual behaviors that have negatively impacted their relationships, well being, and career. These kind of issues often involve tremendous pain, guilt and shame. If this is your experience, finding a professional who can provide safety and acceptance is crucial. Having a personal journey in recovery, I am especially qualified to help individuals struggling with addiction find long-term solutions. I am passionate about helping you live a life free of addiction. In addition, I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression and spiritual issues.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with life, feeling stuck, like it’s all too much? You may be feeling stress in many areas of life and struggling to figure out how to navigate things and make changes. It sometimes helps to have some support in helping you get unstuck and find a new path for yourself. I am a genuine and compassionate counselor, offering that support you need to help you through. Through my counseling work, I aim to help people learn how to face their challenges and hardships in healthy and uplifting ways, building their capacity to endure and thrive in life.

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.

People think you have it all together, but have no idea how much you struggle. You feel like an imposter. Exhausted & ashamed, your self-esteem sinks low. Alone, isolated in success, it feels fragile & being overwhelmed plagues you. Let’s change this refrain together! I work with perfectionist, high achieving people with a harsh inner critic that can’t relax, connect and enjoy the life they've worked so hard to build. Also, those navigating life transitions: marriage, parenthood, divorce, separation, new diagnosis, post medical weight loss.

There are many presenting issues that might bring you to counseling. Finding a therapist that you can connect with and build an alliance with is important to your success in therapy. I work very hard to create a relationship that will provide you the safety and warmth that you need to explore your experiences; I am very comfortable earning your trust. I use different treatment modalities, depending upon which is appropriate for you personally. Empathy is the primary tool used to give you the safety you need to explore your inner world while we begin to understand your experiences together.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or relationship issues? Do you feel alone, like no one could possibly understand what you're going through? I'd like to help. I help people find the strength they need to climb out of the hole that leaves them feeling stuck. I believe people can be burdened by previous life experiences, causing them to feel paralyzed. Figuring out and understanding the difficulties of your past can help you move on and experience joy in your present and future.

I enjoy guiding you toward achieving your goals. I'm flexible and easy-going while always having a definitive plan for how you're going to reach your goals. I often giving worksheets & between session suggestions (homework) to further your progress. Becoming unstuck from the past is often needed for present and future happiness. Traumas, depression, anxiety, anger, low-self-esteem, or psychosis are common challenges which will impede contentment. With barriers greatly reduced or removed, people are free to live their lives as they choose. To contact me please EMAIL so I can quickly find and see your message.

So many people get caught trying to balance it all, only to have stress and pain compound. This can show up in a person's mind, body, relationships, or other important areas of life. Oftentimes, these experiences reveal what in our lives might need deeper attention. My goal is to help you connect to your authentic self, find meaning in your experience, and feel more centered. Even in the most difficult or overwhelming circumstances, we can find ways to heal and grow as we move forward.

We are all just walking each other home. While I bring a deep love for/nerdiness about how we become us, you know you best. You've got the map and say where to go — I empower you to navigate, process, unpack and heal. We will work to make connections, identify patterns/themes and reframe old stories that no longer serve you. I am also trained in EMDR & approach therapy through a trauma-informed, systemic, anti-oppression lens, practicing cultural humility. I am a visionary curator of transformative experiences. If you have tried therapy before and are still struggling and/or are ready to change your trajectory, call me.

I believe you deserve nothing less than to love yourself deeply, believe in your value, set unapologetic boundaries, and live a joyful, fully expressed life. Helping you get there involves three key pieces: 1) understanding the nature of what you’re facing (anxiety, ADHD, trauma), 2) helping you through what you’re facing, and maybe the most important is 3) fully discovering and feeling good about WHO you are and HOW you are – especially when society says it’s too little, too much, too weird, or not good enough.

Are you longing for a sense of deeper knowing, presence, and integration in your life? Everything taking place, no matter how uncertain or challenging, is assisting you in your next steps in orienting to your deepest Self. I offer holistic spiritual direction to support you in walking your unique path...in spirit, heart, mind, and body. I collaborate with you in an intuitive, person-centered way to live your life from a place of integrity and alignment to your inner guidance, using various integrative modalities including Jungian psychology, energy practices, and attachment and trauma-informed, body-centered somatic healing.