Couples Counseling Therapists in Overland Park, KS

Life can be overwhelming at times, leading to anyone becoming stuck. Stuck in relationships, stuck in day to day experiences, or even stuck wondering how it feels to be whole again. I believe there is hope in each individual that can be resurrected or revived through a healthy and compassionate therapeutic relationship, leading to one experiencing wholeness as they discover their strengths that help them to thrive. I strongly believe in providing empathic, safe, and non- judgmental space that allows individuals to process their thoughts, emotions, and experiences in the moment.

I am committed to meeting my clients right where they are on their journey. I draw them out into a space that is safe, authentic and affirming. I desire to walk along side, encourage and equip my clients to become the very best version of their true self. It is my intent to bring about soulful transformation and restoration; inspiring whole-hearted living.

This season of life feels intense and you're unsure where to turn, and even less sure what you'd say to someone who asked you how you're doing. You pause for a moment and if you answered honestly you'd say you're overwhelmed or burnt out or stressed. Maybe you'd say that you could really use a friend right now. If you were brave, you'd say that this season has been rough; that your emotions are taking up more space than you know how to manage; that your marriage is rocky and you don't know how to heal it; that you simply don't feel heard, understood, or seen; that you wish your parent's would "get you"; that you felt less alone.

I believe creating a supportive and safe therapeutic relationship is the introduction to pursuing mental health and well being. Relationships cause brokenness and pain, but they are also the source of healing. My goal is to form a trusting relationship where you feel heard, valued and validated. As we journey together, you will begin to explore how your past is connected to and currently impacts your present. It is through this exploration and a strong therapeutic relationship that you can begin to embrace and work with the life you've been given. I am honored and excited to walk through this adventure with you.

***I am currently not taking any new clients*** As a therapist, my hope is it help you and your family move in the direction that you are wanting to move. You may not know exactly what you need to get moving, but together we will discover that. In my 20 years of experience, I have grown to understand that not one person or family are the same, so we will work together to discover your unique aspects.

Dr. Benson's practice includes working with children, adolescents, families, adults and couples. He has extensive experience working with a wide variety of emotional and neurological issues associated with children and adolescents. His clinical expertise also includes the treatment of adult mood, anxiety and personality disorders. Dr. Benson is skilled in working with situations involving couples who are married, considering marriage, or have divorced and/or remarried.

I value your trust in me as you take this important step to make desired changes to your life. In therapy, we'll explore your unique strengths so you may use them to make positive changes. You may count on respect, compassion and support from me, whatever issues you bring to my office. Reasons people seek my help include: negative self-talk, perfectionism, anxiety and panic attacks, traumatic memories, depression, obsessive thoughts, grief and loss, addiction and relationship issues. Many also see me for help making major life changes or making important decisions. Please visit my website: www.marybradleytherapy.com.

“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” - Georges Seurat Pointillism is the art of creating a picture out of hundreds, thousands, or even millions of small dots. We as humans are like a pointillism picture, but rather than paint or colored pencil, our dots are made up of family, friends, school, work, beliefs, cultures, personality, preferences, and so much more. Every dot that makes up your life is important for positive change and growth.

I enjoy working with a variety of different folks from varied background, and with a wide range of concerns. This might mean that you are ready to look at something that has been around for a while or it might be a new difficulty in your life. Clients should be ready to work and to lean into what can be a challenging process. Change is hard and it often takes more than the 1 hour a week we meet to see the changes you want in your life. Therapy does not offer a quick fix, but together we can often make big changes in relatively short amount of time. Additionally, I enjoy incorporating assessment and trauma sensitive yoga in my work.

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.

I believe in the power of collaborating with clients to help them achieve their goals for a fulfilling life. I have helped thousands of individuals and couples figure out their path, including pre-marriage, marriage counseling, separation, divorce and blended families. These are big questions and struggles mixed with complex and difficult questions. I also work with individuals living with depression, anxiety and hopelessness. I won't judge you and you can ask questions in a safe, secure environment with a caring professional. I uniquely understand the legal issues around divorce and how to emotionally navigate that path.

Passion...not everyone has it or even knows where to begin to find it. So much gets in the way of it, such as life, work, raising a family, running a business, being a single parent, saving a marriage, surviving grief...or just surviving. I want to help you reconnect with those parts of yourself that have been put aside, help to restore meaningful relationships, self-worth, self-respect, and to assist in finding passion in living, while overcoming obstacles of grief, addiction, trauma, guilt, or fear. Let's get started! I work from an Attachment framework, NARM, CBT, EFT and other modalities including Faith (when requested).

I believe that relationships are one of the best resources that we have. It can feel overwhelming, frustrating, and hopeless when our relationships feel like an additional stressor on top of an already busy, and sometimes isolating life.

I believe that there are times in our lives when we need someone to help us navigate through painful and confusing situations we all encounter in life. Many times root causes can be found in both our past, as well as present circumstances. As a Christian counselor, I incorporate faith in the healing process. I believe that God can bring lasting change where human effort alone oftentimes fails. Also, having a strong alliance with someone who can empathize with our situation provides the necessary support needed to carry out lasting change. It is my desire to help you get unstuck, and assist you on your journey of emotional healing

Now Accepting NEW Clients - I know that reaching out for help can be one of the hardest things any of us do. If you are suffering from the lasting effects of trauma and have been reluctant to seek therapy, I'm here to hold space for you. Our sessions will be collaborative, strategic, and goal-focused. Above all, they will be respectful of your path. I have helped those with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, feeling stuck, feeling unfulfilled, unmotivated, lack self-confidence, difficulty coping with major life changes, triggering from the pandemic, anger, stress, and/or trauma. I am here to hold space for you.

It is a priviledge for me to work with people to overcome life's obstacles and experience increased peace of mind, happiness and satisfaction with life. If you have a desire to grow, learn or change habits which limit you, I can help you achieve those goals. I have extensive experience in working with all types of anxiety and mood problems, attention deficit disorder, relationship issues, grief and loss and adjustment issues. I work with children, adolescents and adults, and see individuals, couples and families.

I provide high-quality, confidential counseling services to adults and adolescents in a comfortable, private office setting. My treatment approach is solution-focused, and strengths-based. What this means is that I work in collaboration with my patients, drawing on their inner resources to discover solutions to the problems which face them.

At GENEX, Rae Bowerman (pronouns they/them) utilizes trauma-informed therapeutic modalities and approaches in their psychotherapy work, prioritizing an overarching gender-expansive awareness, respect, and validation. Rae believes the key to a solid, productive, trusting therapeutic relationship comes from acknowledging each client as unique, the expert of their own experiences; this is the foundation of each and every therapeutic interaction at GENEX. Soothing drinks, tasty treats, comfy pillows, a calm friendly goldendoodle named Ruby, and a refreshingly unconventional therapist all are here when you're ready to schedule.

A counselor's technical skills are only as important as his or her ability to connect with you, otherwise personal growth in therapy may be limited. Establishing a balanced, trusting, supportive, and safe relationship with you is a paramount aspiration within my counseling framework. It is my mission to provide you with empathic counseling support by not only using research-based and proven interventions, but also with my ability to foster a supportive and nurturing therapeutic alliance. I provide comprehensive therapy for couples, individuals, adolescents, and families utilizing a client centered, emotionally-focused approach.