Therapists in Lees Summit, MO
Patrick P Pruitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, CADC, MAC, CRADC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64082 (Online Only)
I specialize working with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety and depressive issues, bipolar, as well as substance use disorders. I provide a judgment-free, supportive setting and aid the client in identifying their own inner strengths to help them find solutions to whatever difficulties they are experiencing. I want my clients to feel safe and valued. I provide quality services at a reasonable price on a virtual platform from the comfort and privacy of your own home. I am licensed to provide services in both Missouri and Kansas. I am also certified to provide substance use counseling throughout the United States.
I specialize working with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety and depressive issues, bipolar, as well as substance use disorders. I provide a judgment-free, supportive setting and aid the client in identifying their own inner strengths to help them find solutions to whatever difficulties they are experiencing. I want my clients to feel safe and valued. I provide quality services at a reasonable price on a virtual platform from the comfort and privacy of your own home. I am licensed to provide services in both Missouri and Kansas. I am also certified to provide substance use counseling throughout the United States.
Sarah Evelyn West-Effland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCGC, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64086
I have experience treating anxiety, trauma,depression, bipolar mood disorder, life adjustment, grief and loss, care-giving issues, self esteem, stress, postpartum depression, compulsive gambling, family members dealing with addiction, dual diagnosis, and anger management.
I believe that everyone has the potential to grow and learn. Friends and family are great support at times, but sometimes people can benefit from more. I often tell people therapy is a little bit like having a coach. It is someone to set goals with, someone to hold you accountable, someone to cheer you on and help you navigate the road map of life. It is my goal to help you get on the track that is best suited for you and your family, and come up with a plan to help you stay the course!
I have experience treating anxiety, trauma,depression, bipolar mood disorder, life adjustment, grief and loss, care-giving issues, self esteem, stress, postpartum depression, compulsive gambling, family members dealing with addiction, dual diagnosis, and anger management.
I believe that everyone has the potential to grow and learn. Friends and family are great support at times, but sometimes people can benefit from more. I often tell people therapy is a little bit like having a coach. It is someone to set goals with, someone to hold you accountable, someone to cheer you on and help you navigate the road map of life. It is my goal to help you get on the track that is best suited for you and your family, and come up with a plan to help you stay the course!
Greg E Neubauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Serving Adults, Young Adults, Adolescents, and Children: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar, Life Transitions, Family Therapy, Couples/Marital Counseling, Men's issues (including Fathering) ADHD, Oppositial Defiance, Grief, Trauma, OCD, PTSD, Phobias, Adjustment Disorders, Co-Occurring Autism Spectrum Disorders (Aspergers) & Co-Occurring Substance abuse.
I have over 25 years of clinical experience providing counseling therapy to adult individuals, children, adolescents, families, and couples to address their emotional and behavioral struggles. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, goal directed, reality based treatment approach, integrating family dynamics as needed, to help clients effectively resolve or learn to cope with their struggles. I am available to coordinate with schools and other treatment providers. My office at Truman & Main St on the Independence Square offers a convenient, unassuming, confidential, and relaxing environment.
Serving Adults, Young Adults, Adolescents, and Children: Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar, Life Transitions, Family Therapy, Couples/Marital Counseling, Men's issues (including Fathering) ADHD, Oppositial Defiance, Grief, Trauma, OCD, PTSD, Phobias, Adjustment Disorders, Co-Occurring Autism Spectrum Disorders (Aspergers) & Co-Occurring Substance abuse.
I have over 25 years of clinical experience providing counseling therapy to adult individuals, children, adolescents, families, and couples to address their emotional and behavioral struggles. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, goal directed, reality based treatment approach, integrating family dynamics as needed, to help clients effectively resolve or learn to cope with their struggles. I am available to coordinate with schools and other treatment providers. My office at Truman & Main St on the Independence Square offers a convenient, unassuming, confidential, and relaxing environment.
Luke Partain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64064 (Online Only)
I know that finding a competent therapist that you connect with can be tough. I believe I can help. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient hospital settings with younger and older adults. I use a number of different skills found in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to guide therapy. I am currently certified in DBT and Addictions. My clients and I have discussed and worked on issues including addiction, anxiety, bipolar disorder, codependency, depression, dual diagnosis, grief, life transitions, life meaning, relationship/family issues, self-esteem, substance use, trauma, and PTSD.
I know that finding a competent therapist that you connect with can be tough. I believe I can help. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient hospital settings with younger and older adults. I use a number of different skills found in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to guide therapy. I am currently certified in DBT and Addictions. My clients and I have discussed and worked on issues including addiction, anxiety, bipolar disorder, codependency, depression, dual diagnosis, grief, life transitions, life meaning, relationship/family issues, self-esteem, substance use, trauma, and PTSD.
Emily Tarby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64082 (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals and couples from all types of backgrounds who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship concerns, career concerns, life transitions, anger management, identity exploration and more.
ONLINE-only visits. Hi! If you’re ready to process life experiences, explore your thoughts and feels, and learn ways to cope with life’s stressors, then I’m your gal! My goal is to provide an unconditionally supportive, comfortable, and safe space for you to work through difficult thoughts and feelings. I want to help you feel confident enough to take charge of your change. Together, we’ll explore your emotions, change negative thinking and behaviors, and help you find relief with a variety of coping and relaxation techniques. I will provide exploration, challenge, encouragement, support, and guidance.
I have experience working with individuals and couples from all types of backgrounds who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship concerns, career concerns, life transitions, anger management, identity exploration and more.
ONLINE-only visits. Hi! If you’re ready to process life experiences, explore your thoughts and feels, and learn ways to cope with life’s stressors, then I’m your gal! My goal is to provide an unconditionally supportive, comfortable, and safe space for you to work through difficult thoughts and feelings. I want to help you feel confident enough to take charge of your change. Together, we’ll explore your emotions, change negative thinking and behaviors, and help you find relief with a variety of coping and relaxation techniques. I will provide exploration, challenge, encouragement, support, and guidance.
Dr. Nadin R Rizk [Autism Testing Adhd Testing]
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64064
Examples of psychological evaluations conducted at Rizk Assessment & Psychological Services, LLC (RAPS): Diagnostic Clarification to assess for the presences of depression, OCD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD • ADHD assessment • Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluations • Educational screeners (IQ and Achievement) • Personality assessments •.
Dr. Nadin Rizk specializes in conducting psychological evaluations with adults, adolescents, children, and toddlers who are exhibiting signs of Autism using the gold standard for diagnosing Autism, the ADOS-2.
Examples of psychological evaluations conducted at Rizk Assessment & Psychological Services, LLC (RAPS): Diagnostic Clarification to assess for the presences of depression, OCD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD • ADHD assessment • Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluations • Educational screeners (IQ and Achievement) • Personality assessments •.
Dr. Nadin Rizk specializes in conducting psychological evaluations with adults, adolescents, children, and toddlers who are exhibiting signs of Autism using the gold standard for diagnosing Autism, the ADOS-2.
Richard Welch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I specialize in helping adults who with depression, PTSD, and anxiety. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with people who are struggling with alcohol or substance abuse. I specialize in helping LGBTQ and elderly clients. I am available on to work with you in setting goals for treatment. During the initial visit, we will begin discussing what brought you to therapy and what you would like to receive from our sessions together.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I specialize in helping adults who with depression, PTSD, and anxiety. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with people who are struggling with alcohol or substance abuse. I specialize in helping LGBTQ and elderly clients. I am available on to work with you in setting goals for treatment. During the initial visit, we will begin discussing what brought you to therapy and what you would like to receive from our sessions together.
Chris Cobb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64081
Your family may be feeling like it is being turned upside down as your developing young adult struggles to find their place in the world. I work within the family system to re-establish the balance that is necessary for a healthy, growing family and find order within the chaos. Teens and young people may appear to be rebelling; fighting back against all of the families efforts to offer guidance and support. We can work together to turn this energy into a productivity and success in academic, social, and all other aspects of life.
Your family may be feeling like it is being turned upside down as your developing young adult struggles to find their place in the world. I work within the family system to re-establish the balance that is necessary for a healthy, growing family and find order within the chaos. Teens and young people may appear to be rebelling; fighting back against all of the families efforts to offer guidance and support. We can work together to turn this energy into a productivity and success in academic, social, and all other aspects of life.
Noel Vickery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064
“When you can’t look on the bright side, I will sit with you in the dark.” – Unknown I hope to create a safe place in my office for people who are experiencing darkness to sit with someone, learning to be less afraid and more curious about the purpose of the dark. I help individuals embrace their experiences and empower them to live a life in which they are proud of themselves and their resilience. I primarily work with adolescents and adults to address symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression.
“When you can’t look on the bright side, I will sit with you in the dark.” – Unknown I hope to create a safe place in my office for people who are experiencing darkness to sit with someone, learning to be less afraid and more curious about the purpose of the dark. I help individuals embrace their experiences and empower them to live a life in which they are proud of themselves and their resilience. I primarily work with adolescents and adults to address symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Foss Mckay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64081
Whether you are facing a new crisis in your life or feeling stuck with old feelings and behaviors, therapy can be a useful tool to help you move on with your life. Utilizing a direct and thoughtful approach, I will help you find coping strategies to deal with the immediate stressor, but also help you identify underlying patterns and issues so you can make long-term and lasting changes. I work with a range of clients from adults to adolescents and help people with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and crisis situations.
Whether you are facing a new crisis in your life or feeling stuck with old feelings and behaviors, therapy can be a useful tool to help you move on with your life. Utilizing a direct and thoughtful approach, I will help you find coping strategies to deal with the immediate stressor, but also help you identify underlying patterns and issues so you can make long-term and lasting changes. I work with a range of clients from adults to adolescents and help people with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and crisis situations.
AHA Mental Health
LPC, LCPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64086
At AHA Mental Health, we work to understand you and using our skills to help people with a wide range of needs. We work with kids, teens, adults, couples and families and know the stress of daily life. We offer evening and weekend sessions, both in office and online to make therapy more accessible. Our therapists work to make sure you have the help and support to reach your goal.
At AHA Mental Health, we work to understand you and using our skills to help people with a wide range of needs. We work with kids, teens, adults, couples and families and know the stress of daily life. We offer evening and weekend sessions, both in office and online to make therapy more accessible. Our therapists work to make sure you have the help and support to reach your goal.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64082
I believe we all have the right to our own belief systems but often times sharing those with someone who is a complete stranger can be intimidating. I offer you a safe space to be YOU. I am a spiritual being that is open to embracing dialogue around non-traditional ways of thinking and believing. Because the client-therapist is an important relationship, my goal is to provide a high-quality service to you that includes quick and responsive communication as well as a huge library of resources to give you the tools you need for an action based and humanistic therapy process. I enjoy working with women and couples!
I believe we all have the right to our own belief systems but often times sharing those with someone who is a complete stranger can be intimidating. I offer you a safe space to be YOU. I am a spiritual being that is open to embracing dialogue around non-traditional ways of thinking and believing. Because the client-therapist is an important relationship, my goal is to provide a high-quality service to you that includes quick and responsive communication as well as a huge library of resources to give you the tools you need for an action based and humanistic therapy process. I enjoy working with women and couples!
Karanita B Boling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LSCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064
I'm a Compassionate, Caring, Trauma Informed, Holistic and Client Centered Clinician. Neurodivergent Welcoming! I believe being "Mentally Healthy" means having the energy to live life to the fullest, being content and having serenity to face life's everyday challenges. No one chooses to feel tired, fearful, anxious, sad or depressed. I am certified in Motivational Interviewing, EMDR Basic & advanced skills and training in CBT, DBT, and ACT to help you find the goals to your best life. I accept clients 8yrs old through Geriatric (99+). I have active duty Military and First Responder experience.
I'm a Compassionate, Caring, Trauma Informed, Holistic and Client Centered Clinician. Neurodivergent Welcoming! I believe being "Mentally Healthy" means having the energy to live life to the fullest, being content and having serenity to face life's everyday challenges. No one chooses to feel tired, fearful, anxious, sad or depressed. I am certified in Motivational Interviewing, EMDR Basic & advanced skills and training in CBT, DBT, and ACT to help you find the goals to your best life. I accept clients 8yrs old through Geriatric (99+). I have active duty Military and First Responder experience.
Rachel Ranee Haroldsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Lavon T. Boyd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
When we become overwhelmed with stress of life and experience challenges, living can become difficult and painful. Therapy is a great journey to work through these issues to find hope and joy again. My practice focuses on working with Individuals, couples, adults, and young people who need relieve, and have a desire to feel whole again. I also have a passion to work with couples, who have experienced miscarriage or infant loss. If you or someone you love is facing challenges in life, do not go through it alone. Allow me to take the journey with you.
When we become overwhelmed with stress of life and experience challenges, living can become difficult and painful. Therapy is a great journey to work through these issues to find hope and joy again. My practice focuses on working with Individuals, couples, adults, and young people who need relieve, and have a desire to feel whole again. I also have a passion to work with couples, who have experienced miscarriage or infant loss. If you or someone you love is facing challenges in life, do not go through it alone. Allow me to take the journey with you.
Cheryl Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSCSW, CCATP, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I'm here for you, to listen and help work through life's issues to your goals, happiness, and best functioning. Individuals, couples, families, teens, aging, fertility, transgender, LGBTQI+, grief, loss, anxiety, phase of life, addiction, behavioral, medical, chronic, more. I offer support, and compassion in a solution focused, strengths based, informed and confidential environment, custom designed to meet your therapeutic needs. I am CISM-CISD certified, a therapist's therapist (I enjoy working with therapists who want to do their own work), Interactive, Cognitive Behavioral, Integrative, a Generalist. Let's talk.
I'm here for you, to listen and help work through life's issues to your goals, happiness, and best functioning. Individuals, couples, families, teens, aging, fertility, transgender, LGBTQI+, grief, loss, anxiety, phase of life, addiction, behavioral, medical, chronic, more. I offer support, and compassion in a solution focused, strengths based, informed and confidential environment, custom designed to meet your therapeutic needs. I am CISM-CISD certified, a therapist's therapist (I enjoy working with therapists who want to do their own work), Interactive, Cognitive Behavioral, Integrative, a Generalist. Let's talk.
Rochelle Pruett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Waitlist for new clients
I believe relationships are central to life. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I assist individuals and couples in developing intimate relationships, and in living a richer, fuller life. I work with adolescents, young adults, newly married and experienced adults. I am well prepared to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and make the changes you are seeking.
I believe relationships are central to life. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I assist individuals and couples in developing intimate relationships, and in living a richer, fuller life. I work with adolescents, young adults, newly married and experienced adults. I am well prepared to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and make the changes you are seeking.
Michele Deeter Accepting New Clients
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I enjoy working with older and younger adults of diverse populations and gender identities dealing with anxiety, depression and trauma. I focus on a person-centered approach to guide each unique client to find the proper tools they need to enrich their lives and help each client become more empowered. You can feel better and you can overcome trauma. I can show you how to harness the power of your own psyche to live a happier, healthier life.
I enjoy working with older and younger adults of diverse populations and gender identities dealing with anxiety, depression and trauma. I focus on a person-centered approach to guide each unique client to find the proper tools they need to enrich their lives and help each client become more empowered. You can feel better and you can overcome trauma. I can show you how to harness the power of your own psyche to live a happier, healthier life.
Ayleen Gomez Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064 (Online Only)
Infertility sucks. There's no other way around it. Suddenly you're thrown into a new experience you probably never expected to have. You’re feeling alone, confused, scared, and anxious. Maybe you've been on this journey for several years and instead of success, you've been met with loss, grief, or frustration over failed treatments. Or maybe you're just getting started and feel anxious or scared of what's to come and what this will look and feel like. Navigating infertility and all that comes with it can cause us unexpected amounts of stress. The good news? As lonely and challenging as infertility can feel, it doesn't have to be.
Infertility sucks. There's no other way around it. Suddenly you're thrown into a new experience you probably never expected to have. You’re feeling alone, confused, scared, and anxious. Maybe you've been on this journey for several years and instead of success, you've been met with loss, grief, or frustration over failed treatments. Or maybe you're just getting started and feel anxious or scared of what's to come and what this will look and feel like. Navigating infertility and all that comes with it can cause us unexpected amounts of stress. The good news? As lonely and challenging as infertility can feel, it doesn't have to be.
Tricia L Beach
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I am honored to hold space for others recovering from depression, anxiety, addiction, and mood dysregulation. Family dysfunction impacted my development and I did not learn effective ways to cope. I am grateful that I sought help and have now been in recovery 35 years. I bring respect, kindness, compassion. and curiosity to your sessions so that I can encourage you on your journey. Through practices of forgiveness, self-compassion, and mindfulness I want to help you grow deeper in your awareness so you can live your life as the spiritual being you are created to be. Take a look at my website to learn more about how I might help you.
I am honored to hold space for others recovering from depression, anxiety, addiction, and mood dysregulation. Family dysfunction impacted my development and I did not learn effective ways to cope. I am grateful that I sought help and have now been in recovery 35 years. I bring respect, kindness, compassion. and curiosity to your sessions so that I can encourage you on your journey. Through practices of forgiveness, self-compassion, and mindfulness I want to help you grow deeper in your awareness so you can live your life as the spiritual being you are created to be. Take a look at my website to learn more about how I might help you.
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Bipolar Disorder Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.
What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.
What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.
What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.