Couples Counseling Therapists in Grundy County, MO

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Theresa Benskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Trenton, MO 64683
It is within the therapeutic relationship that clients and I have the opportunity to process painful emotions, evaluate destructive patterns, and work towards overcoming the past and achieving the desired healing clients are seeking.
Life can present many challenges. Often times, these challenges may result in feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. There is no shame is seeking treatment. Making the initial decision to begin therapy can feel both daunting and relieving. While having connections with others is a central need for all human beings, this need is often most deeply felt during times of distress.
It is within the therapeutic relationship that clients and I have the opportunity to process painful emotions, evaluate destructive patterns, and work towards overcoming the past and achieving the desired healing clients are seeking.
Life can present many challenges. Often times, these challenges may result in feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. There is no shame is seeking treatment. Making the initial decision to begin therapy can feel both daunting and relieving. While having connections with others is a central need for all human beings, this need is often most deeply felt during times of distress.
(660) 207-5298 View (660) 207-5298

Online Therapists

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Adriana Albors
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PLMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64109
Making the choice to begin therapy is not a sign of weakness; choosing to deal with stressors is actually a sign of incredible strength. Therapy is for everyone. Life is crazy and often hard, and we are not pre-programmed with all the answers. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and unclear on how to make things better. I know that you and your relationships are worth the time and investment. My areas of specialization include working with couples to communicate more respectfully and authentically and helping adult individuals navigate life transitions.
Making the choice to begin therapy is not a sign of weakness; choosing to deal with stressors is actually a sign of incredible strength. Therapy is for everyone. Life is crazy and often hard, and we are not pre-programmed with all the answers. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and unclear on how to make things better. I know that you and your relationships are worth the time and investment. My areas of specialization include working with couples to communicate more respectfully and authentically and helping adult individuals navigate life transitions.
(816) 239-3516 View (816) 239-3516
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Summit Ridge Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
We are a group practice in Lees Summit, Missouri. We have providers that specialize in couples counseling, children, teens, and adults. We are committed to helping families, individuals, as well as our community happier and healthier.
We are a group practice in Lees Summit, Missouri. We have providers that specialize in couples counseling, children, teens, and adults. We are committed to helping families, individuals, as well as our community happier and healthier.
(816) 227-6835 View (816) 227-6835
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Halley Jaynes-Fournier
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Blue Springs, MO 64015  (Online Only)
One of the ways that I work with couples is by trying to slow down all the moving parts and just be in the moment.
Marriage and relationships are difficult - and anyone that tells you otherwise is lying. It takes work to be present with each other in the easiest times, and is often a struggle when things are difficult. As a client-focused therapist, my goal is to help individuals and couples delve into the yuck and work together to make sense of the chaos that we are experiencing. Often times the chaos and noise combines to create a feeling of distance in a relationship - leaving what was once a partnership feeling more like roommates. I aspire to help couples overcome the obstacles, and move forward in a way that feels safe and healthy.
One of the ways that I work with couples is by trying to slow down all the moving parts and just be in the moment.
Marriage and relationships are difficult - and anyone that tells you otherwise is lying. It takes work to be present with each other in the easiest times, and is often a struggle when things are difficult. As a client-focused therapist, my goal is to help individuals and couples delve into the yuck and work together to make sense of the chaos that we are experiencing. Often times the chaos and noise combines to create a feeling of distance in a relationship - leaving what was once a partnership feeling more like roommates. I aspire to help couples overcome the obstacles, and move forward in a way that feels safe and healthy.
(816) 656-8595 View (816) 656-8595
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Centurion Johnson
Counselor, BHS, MHA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64127
Because of my family therapy experience couples seek me because I understand the dynamic of males and process fairly.
Check out our website for more details! I became a therapist because of a void that has existed for decades. A void that allowed black and brown people to be left to find sometimes inadequate ways of dealing with real mental health issues. As you search you will find very few people that look like me that are in profession of mental health. This is unfortunate. Although my caseload is hugely diverse, what comforts my clients is I represent what in my field is lacking...a representative from a disenfranchised group of people helping to build up the individual, repairing relationships and making families whole.
Because of my family therapy experience couples seek me because I understand the dynamic of males and process fairly.
Check out our website for more details! I became a therapist because of a void that has existed for decades. A void that allowed black and brown people to be left to find sometimes inadequate ways of dealing with real mental health issues. As you search you will find very few people that look like me that are in profession of mental health. This is unfortunate. Although my caseload is hugely diverse, what comforts my clients is I represent what in my field is lacking...a representative from a disenfranchised group of people helping to build up the individual, repairing relationships and making families whole.
(913) 349-9571 View (913) 349-9571
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Kate Patt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64102
Waitlist for new clients
Healing is possible, and it begins in the midst of a trust-filled therapeutic relationship.
Hello, I'm Kate. I would describe myself as a warm, experienced, and empathetic psychotherapist. My flexible, integrative approach allows me to confidently work with a variety of ages and concerns, including: anxiety, depression, OCD, family conflict, relationship difficulties, issues of spirituality, and more. Additionally, I have advanced training and experience in working with disordered eating.
Healing is possible, and it begins in the midst of a trust-filled therapeutic relationship.
Hello, I'm Kate. I would describe myself as a warm, experienced, and empathetic psychotherapist. My flexible, integrative approach allows me to confidently work with a variety of ages and concerns, including: anxiety, depression, OCD, family conflict, relationship difficulties, issues of spirituality, and more. Additionally, I have advanced training and experience in working with disordered eating.
(913) 733-1297 x6 View (913) 733-1297 x6
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Isabella Tambone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64105
I am here to be a compassionate, non-judgmental witness to any human that needs one. I believe a strong, collaborative relationship between client and therapist is important to helping you grow and heal. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR trained. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults, with an emphasis on trauma-work and sexual assault. I have experience working with couples, families, and individuals. I am also mindful of my clients’ intersectional and multicultural identities and how that may influence our work together. Reach out to schedule a free 15 minute consult!
I am here to be a compassionate, non-judgmental witness to any human that needs one. I believe a strong, collaborative relationship between client and therapist is important to helping you grow and heal. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR trained. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults, with an emphasis on trauma-work and sexual assault. I have experience working with couples, families, and individuals. I am also mindful of my clients’ intersectional and multicultural identities and how that may influence our work together. Reach out to schedule a free 15 minute consult!
(913) 382-8874 View (913) 382-8874
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William Michael Koch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
Odessa, MO 64076  (Online Only)
I have experience in addressing issues resulting from domestic and partner violence.
Do you feel hopeless or anxious about what life looks like for you? Do you feel like things in your life could be better? Are the stresses of life weighing you down? Have you experienced traumatic events that continue to cause you problems? Ask yourself: "Why suffer one more day?" There is hope. Don't wait to get help. My primary goal is to help you start a journey of self discovery to realize and experience increased peace, self-compassion, loving kindness and contentment with yourself and in your interpersonal relationships.
I have experience in addressing issues resulting from domestic and partner violence.
Do you feel hopeless or anxious about what life looks like for you? Do you feel like things in your life could be better? Are the stresses of life weighing you down? Have you experienced traumatic events that continue to cause you problems? Ask yourself: "Why suffer one more day?" There is hope. Don't wait to get help. My primary goal is to help you start a journey of self discovery to realize and experience increased peace, self-compassion, loving kindness and contentment with yourself and in your interpersonal relationships.
(660) 223-4490 View (660) 223-4490
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Kansas City Relationship Institute, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64055
Life provides many challenges to maintaining a healthy, happy relationship. Our relationships can be a great source of strength, but they can also cause pain and heartache. Whether you currently feel committed to building a better relationship, ambivalent about the future of your relationship, or fear that your relationship is on the brink of collapse--therapy can often help. Through looking at yourself, your partner, and your relationship in new ways, I help couples gain confidence and clarity about the next steps for their relationship and I help couples build satisfying relationships that last and are worth wanting.
Life provides many challenges to maintaining a healthy, happy relationship. Our relationships can be a great source of strength, but they can also cause pain and heartache. Whether you currently feel committed to building a better relationship, ambivalent about the future of your relationship, or fear that your relationship is on the brink of collapse--therapy can often help. Through looking at yourself, your partner, and your relationship in new ways, I help couples gain confidence and clarity about the next steps for their relationship and I help couples build satisfying relationships that last and are worth wanting.
(816) 354-0449 View (816) 354-0449
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Living Waters: Counseling, Consulting, Coaching
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CGRS
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
I work with teens, adults, and couples.
Are you living life at the level of victory and happiness that you desire? Many struggle to conquer thoughts and feelings that keep them locked in fear, hurt and uncertainty. I help people identify core beliefs and change their thoughts and feelings to line up with God's Word. God loves you. He is interested in you! At Living Waters the mission is to help you heal and grow by taking back your life one solid step at a time. Whether you are suffering from toxic relationships, depression, loneliness, couple issues, grief, or trauma – Christian counseling services can help. The best gift you can give those you love is a healthy you.
I work with teens, adults, and couples.
Are you living life at the level of victory and happiness that you desire? Many struggle to conquer thoughts and feelings that keep them locked in fear, hurt and uncertainty. I help people identify core beliefs and change their thoughts and feelings to line up with God's Word. God loves you. He is interested in you! At Living Waters the mission is to help you heal and grow by taking back your life one solid step at a time. Whether you are suffering from toxic relationships, depression, loneliness, couple issues, grief, or trauma – Christian counseling services can help. The best gift you can give those you love is a healthy you.
(816) 545-9240 View (816) 545-9240
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Resilience Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153
I currently have openings for new clients both during the week and on Saturdays. I have flexibility during weekdays for telehealth. I really enjoy working with teenagers, adults, and couples. Our sessions are always very solutions focused with the focus on helping clients reach their preferred future. My clients appreciate the flexibility and confidentiality of telehealth/virtual sessions. This format also allows me to work with clients all over the state of Missouri.
I currently have openings for new clients both during the week and on Saturdays. I have flexibility during weekdays for telehealth. I really enjoy working with teenagers, adults, and couples. Our sessions are always very solutions focused with the focus on helping clients reach their preferred future. My clients appreciate the flexibility and confidentiality of telehealth/virtual sessions. This format also allows me to work with clients all over the state of Missouri.
(816) 209-1291 View (816) 209-1291
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Janee V. Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64108  (Online Only)
These relationships may be with a partner, family member, friends, co-worker or even ourselves.
Do you have dreams but aren't actualizing them? Are you lacking motivation or the push you need to get across the finish line? I am skilled at helping my clients identify goals and providing them with support. Are you noticing a negative pattern in your relationships with others? Let me help you learn new communication strategies and a more effective way to resolve conflict. Have you found yourself changing in a way you don't like? I can help you develop healthy coping skills, identify changes that need to be made, become empowered, and motivated to live life to the fullest.
These relationships may be with a partner, family member, friends, co-worker or even ourselves.
Do you have dreams but aren't actualizing them? Are you lacking motivation or the push you need to get across the finish line? I am skilled at helping my clients identify goals and providing them with support. Are you noticing a negative pattern in your relationships with others? Let me help you learn new communication strategies and a more effective way to resolve conflict. Have you found yourself changing in a way you don't like? I can help you develop healthy coping skills, identify changes that need to be made, become empowered, and motivated to live life to the fullest.
(816) 625-5426 View (816) 625-5426
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Audrey Yazell
PLPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64151
I am able to see teens 13+, individual adults, couples, and parents of LGBTQIA+ children or survivors of sexual trauma.
My job is to provide a nonjudgmental space of rest, tenderness, safety, and perspective. I believe that trauma manifests in both body and environment, and I account for individual and systemic factors in counseling. My practice is LGBTQIA+, poly and kink affirming.
I am able to see teens 13+, individual adults, couples, and parents of LGBTQIA+ children or survivors of sexual trauma.
My job is to provide a nonjudgmental space of rest, tenderness, safety, and perspective. I believe that trauma manifests in both body and environment, and I account for individual and systemic factors in counseling. My practice is LGBTQIA+, poly and kink affirming.
(816) 744-6223 View (816) 744-6223
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Quiet Waters Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MO 65203
Welcome to Quiet Waters Counseling! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years experience working with individuals and couples weathering the storms of life. For the past 16 years I've been working with veterans and families here in the Columbia MO area. I specialize in assisting clients with issues such as addictions, PTSD, physical and sexual trauma, anxiety and depression. I utilize evidence based therapies coupled with compassion, empathy and encouragement to assist clients in their journey of healing.
Welcome to Quiet Waters Counseling! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years experience working with individuals and couples weathering the storms of life. For the past 16 years I've been working with veterans and families here in the Columbia MO area. I specialize in assisting clients with issues such as addictions, PTSD, physical and sexual trauma, anxiety and depression. I utilize evidence based therapies coupled with compassion, empathy and encouragement to assist clients in their journey of healing.
(573) 928-2766 View (573) 928-2766
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Rachel Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I am passionate in working with a vast array of individuals, couples, and adolescents.
Life presents challenges that are difficult to face alone, and trusting someone to hold your thoughts and emotions as sacred takes courage. I consider it an honor to walk with you, side by side, through your journey of transformation, healing and restoration. I seek to connect the body and the brain to dig deeper, at your pace. Creating and being a safe, inviting, warm and connected space is a passion of mine. It is such a privilege to bear witness to people reclaiming themselves and finding freedom from trauma!
I am passionate in working with a vast array of individuals, couples, and adolescents.
Life presents challenges that are difficult to face alone, and trusting someone to hold your thoughts and emotions as sacred takes courage. I consider it an honor to walk with you, side by side, through your journey of transformation, healing and restoration. I seek to connect the body and the brain to dig deeper, at your pace. Creating and being a safe, inviting, warm and connected space is a passion of mine. It is such a privilege to bear witness to people reclaiming themselves and finding freedom from trauma!
(816) 323-3428 View (816) 323-3428
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Casondra Marie Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64134
I work with individuals, couples, and families from a Person Centered and Trauma Informed approach.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages that are open to honesty, transparency and the process of change. It can be difficult to reach out to others for support. There are many facets of our lives that prompt the need to develop additional coping skills and boundaries to navigate through life. I am open to assist in that process.
I work with individuals, couples, and families from a Person Centered and Trauma Informed approach.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages that are open to honesty, transparency and the process of change. It can be difficult to reach out to others for support. There are many facets of our lives that prompt the need to develop additional coping skills and boundaries to navigate through life. I am open to assist in that process.
(816) 597-5458 View (816) 597-5458
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Clarissa Boberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64151
I specialize in teen, adult, couples, and family therapy and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self harming behaviors, building interpersonal skills, grief and more.
I specialize in teen, adult, couples, and family therapy and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self harming behaviors, building interpersonal skills, grief and more.
(816) 693-2165 View (816) 693-2165
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Mallory Zarcone
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MO 65203
Hello, I'm Mallory! I'm a Student Counselor at Strong Heart Counseling. I love to work with couples, young adults, adults, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am passionate about helping individuals through various aspects of self-discovery and growth, including, identity exploration, addressing religious trauma, navigating life transitions, understanding attachment dynamics, and fostering healthy relationships.
Hello, I'm Mallory! I'm a Student Counselor at Strong Heart Counseling. I love to work with couples, young adults, adults, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am passionate about helping individuals through various aspects of self-discovery and growth, including, identity exploration, addressing religious trauma, navigating life transitions, understanding attachment dynamics, and fostering healthy relationships.
(573) 463-6934 View (573) 463-6934
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Erica L Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64055
We specialize in individual, family and couples counseling, mentoring/life coaching, mediation, advocacy services and customized retreats and training/motivational speaking.
Dr. Erica Thompson, LPC is a multiculturally competent and realistic therapist that believes in meeting people where they are. She takes an individualistic approach in therapy understanding that the needs of everyone will be different. Understanding comfort and flexibility are top priorities for those needing therapy, her services are conducted in a variety of settings including, in-home, teletherapy, and traditonal office settings.
We specialize in individual, family and couples counseling, mentoring/life coaching, mediation, advocacy services and customized retreats and training/motivational speaking.
Dr. Erica Thompson, LPC is a multiculturally competent and realistic therapist that believes in meeting people where they are. She takes an individualistic approach in therapy understanding that the needs of everyone will be different. Understanding comfort and flexibility are top priorities for those needing therapy, her services are conducted in a variety of settings including, in-home, teletherapy, and traditonal office settings.
(816) 873-8069 View (816) 873-8069
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Michael Denk
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC, MSCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64131
Specializing in assisting individuals embodying traditional masculine qualities, I navigate sexual addiction, trauma, anxiety, or relationship challenges. Committed to providing a secure and professional space for your journey towards relief and healing, my approach prioritizes tangible outcomes and practical solutions. Your well-being is at the forefront as we work together to address the intricacies of your experiences and foster positive transformation.
Specializing in assisting individuals embodying traditional masculine qualities, I navigate sexual addiction, trauma, anxiety, or relationship challenges. Committed to providing a secure and professional space for your journey towards relief and healing, my approach prioritizes tangible outcomes and practical solutions. Your well-being is at the forefront as we work together to address the intricacies of your experiences and foster positive transformation.
(816) 693-2145 View (816) 693-2145
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.