Depression Therapists in Pittsburg, KS
Tina Lashley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburg, KS 66762
My training includes working with clients that have experienced with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, grief/loss, family transitions/changes such as divorce, trauma, and PTSD.
My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient individualized care to treat several mental health disorders. I focus on helping individuals restore, inspire, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns and customizing a treatment plan to meet your needs.
My training includes working with clients that have experienced with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, grief/loss, family transitions/changes such as divorce, trauma, and PTSD.
My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient individualized care to treat several mental health disorders. I focus on helping individuals restore, inspire, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns and customizing a treatment plan to meet your needs.
Since 2012 I have taught mindfulness meditation class, and since 2013 I have helped people with severe depression.
Whether your goal is to become more productive, to find more meaning and purpose in life, to reduce emotional reactivity, or to gain some control over the symptoms of a mental illness, change is possible, and counseling can help. My approach is individualized for each client, but I often employ Internal Family Systems-informed therapy, mindfulness, existential, trauma-informed, and solution-focused approaches. I work with individuals, families, and groups.
Since 2012 I have taught mindfulness meditation class, and since 2013 I have helped people with severe depression.
Whether your goal is to become more productive, to find more meaning and purpose in life, to reduce emotional reactivity, or to gain some control over the symptoms of a mental illness, change is possible, and counseling can help. My approach is individualized for each client, but I often employ Internal Family Systems-informed therapy, mindfulness, existential, trauma-informed, and solution-focused approaches. I work with individuals, families, and groups.
Knowing various evidence-based practices, I will work with you to develop healthy coping strategies for managing your anxiety, depression, past trauma, substance use, or other issues you may be suffering from.
Welcome! I am a dedicated therapist who has worked in the field for several years. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, empathy, and a commitment to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients. As a lifelong learner, I am always expanding my knowledge and skills to better support my folks through all of life's challenges. I strive for my people to feel empowered and supported on their journey to better mental health. I am committed to helping you heal and thrive and am determined your therapy experience will be positive and transformative.
Knowing various evidence-based practices, I will work with you to develop healthy coping strategies for managing your anxiety, depression, past trauma, substance use, or other issues you may be suffering from.
Welcome! I am a dedicated therapist who has worked in the field for several years. My approach to therapy is rooted in compassion, empathy, and a commitment to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients. As a lifelong learner, I am always expanding my knowledge and skills to better support my folks through all of life's challenges. I strive for my people to feel empowered and supported on their journey to better mental health. I am committed to helping you heal and thrive and am determined your therapy experience will be positive and transformative.
If you’re struggling with depression or anxiety or bipolar symptoms, or other mental health concerns, I can help.
I have worked in the field of general mental health counseling for over 35 years . I specialize in client-centered therapy and have worked with children, teens and adults as individuals and families. After attaining a Masters degree in Los Angeles California, I worked with people in a several settings.and with a variety of mental health concerns. Before my Masters degree, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 4 years in Sherman Oaks California. I feel that my background enables me to help a variety of clients. I feel that I connect easily with people and I like helping them improve their lives.
If you’re struggling with depression or anxiety or bipolar symptoms, or other mental health concerns, I can help.
I have worked in the field of general mental health counseling for over 35 years . I specialize in client-centered therapy and have worked with children, teens and adults as individuals and families. After attaining a Masters degree in Los Angeles California, I worked with people in a several settings.and with a variety of mental health concerns. Before my Masters degree, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 4 years in Sherman Oaks California. I feel that my background enables me to help a variety of clients. I feel that I connect easily with people and I like helping them improve their lives.
I'm here to help as you navigate all the twists and turns that life can bring. Life can throw us curveballs and can often be unfair. Sometimes we need help to make it through our past hurts and our current challenges. Other times we just need someone to help us find the perspective we are looking for. Whatever has brought you here, I can take that journey with you. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety or can't seem to get over past traumas, I utilize techniques that can help you overcome those challenges and live the life you want.
I'm here to help as you navigate all the twists and turns that life can bring. Life can throw us curveballs and can often be unfair. Sometimes we need help to make it through our past hurts and our current challenges. Other times we just need someone to help us find the perspective we are looking for. Whatever has brought you here, I can take that journey with you. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety or can't seem to get over past traumas, I utilize techniques that can help you overcome those challenges and live the life you want.
Amanda Kirkland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburg, KS 66762
The therapeutic relationship can be a rewarding experience, allowing clients to take what is learned in therapy and use it in everyday relationships and experiences. My goal is to provide a warm and supportive environment, in which we will work together to identify the factors contributing to stress and create a plan to develop coping skills and empowerment.
The therapeutic relationship can be a rewarding experience, allowing clients to take what is learned in therapy and use it in everyday relationships and experiences. My goal is to provide a warm and supportive environment, in which we will work together to identify the factors contributing to stress and create a plan to develop coping skills and empowerment.
Kelley Jud Lackey II
Counselor, MDiv, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburg, KS 66762 (Online Only)
"You're like Mr. Rogers because you talk about ideas and feelings, but you cuss a lot. I like that." --- I have worked closely with people from a broad range of political, economic, and cultural backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTQ+, as well as folks from more traditionally rural backgrounds.
"You're like Mr. Rogers because you talk about ideas and feelings, but you cuss a lot. I like that." --- I have worked closely with people from a broad range of political, economic, and cultural backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTQ+, as well as folks from more traditionally rural backgrounds.
I am a passionate and committed professional whose goal is to help you create a life worth living and sharing. I specialize in treating individuals with a broad range of emotional vulnerabilities especially those that self-injure, have eating disordered behavior,have suffered trauma or struggle to open up.. I utilize EMDR and DBT therapy to help you get past the things that have been weighing you down for days, weeks, months or years. I know at times you may not feel ready or even sometimes be resistant to change but I know working together we can be truly successful.
I am a passionate and committed professional whose goal is to help you create a life worth living and sharing. I specialize in treating individuals with a broad range of emotional vulnerabilities especially those that self-injure, have eating disordered behavior,have suffered trauma or struggle to open up.. I utilize EMDR and DBT therapy to help you get past the things that have been weighing you down for days, weeks, months or years. I know at times you may not feel ready or even sometimes be resistant to change but I know working together we can be truly successful.
I am the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Born to Blossom Behavioral Therapy, a group dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Southeast Kansas. With twelve years of experience in the field, I have worked across various settings, from early intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder to working with students to reduce severe behavior in special day schools. I have also provided Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), staff training, and risk management services at an agency serving adults with intellectual disabilities.
I am the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Born to Blossom Behavioral Therapy, a group dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Southeast Kansas. With twelve years of experience in the field, I have worked across various settings, from early intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder to working with students to reduce severe behavior in special day schools. I have also provided Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), staff training, and risk management services at an agency serving adults with intellectual disabilities.
Life can be difficult and let's face it, lifey at times. Things can become overwhelming and children's' behaviors can be hard to handle. I believe that there is safety in connection and that anyone can lead a healthy life with the right tools in their toolbox to help them strive in daily life.
Life can be difficult and let's face it, lifey at times. Things can become overwhelming and children's' behaviors can be hard to handle. I believe that there is safety in connection and that anyone can lead a healthy life with the right tools in their toolbox to help them strive in daily life.
Christine Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburg, KS 66762
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling stuck in your life personally, professionally or spiritually? Are you ready to make positive changes in your life? Has old trauma been negatively affecting you? Are you grieving a loss? I’ve been a therapist for 22 years and when you work with me I offer you my skills and knowledge in a compassionate, effective way. If you are struggling with putting traumatic experiences behind you, I am an EMDR therapist with 18 years of experience. I am also an Energy Medicine Practitioner having received my training with the Four Winds Society. I would love to walk with you on your healing path.
Are you feeling stuck in your life personally, professionally or spiritually? Are you ready to make positive changes in your life? Has old trauma been negatively affecting you? Are you grieving a loss? I’ve been a therapist for 22 years and when you work with me I offer you my skills and knowledge in a compassionate, effective way. If you are struggling with putting traumatic experiences behind you, I am an EMDR therapist with 18 years of experience. I am also an Energy Medicine Practitioner having received my training with the Four Winds Society. I would love to walk with you on your healing path.
Online Therapists
Kendra Deanne Davis-Leighty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stilwell, KS 66085 (Online Only)
I have been successful in helping many individuals with symptoms related to anxiety, sadness, depression, stress, life transitions, and grief and loss.
I believe everyone needs someone to talk to, outside of their family and social circle. At some point in our lives, we will deal with situations that are overwhelming where our emotions become too intense, and we are not sure how to handle them. The mind /body connection plays a significant role in symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, and other conditions such as insomnia and mood. Each session will be geared toward helping you to have more awareness and insight in areas of your life that can affect your overall health and well-being.
I have been successful in helping many individuals with symptoms related to anxiety, sadness, depression, stress, life transitions, and grief and loss.
I believe everyone needs someone to talk to, outside of their family and social circle. At some point in our lives, we will deal with situations that are overwhelming where our emotions become too intense, and we are not sure how to handle them. The mind /body connection plays a significant role in symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, and other conditions such as insomnia and mood. Each session will be geared toward helping you to have more awareness and insight in areas of your life that can affect your overall health and well-being.
Raven Rajani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, MSW, MLA, AHH
Verified Verified
Longton, KS 67352
I work with teens, young adults and adults who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and sexual trauma, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Grief/Bereavement.
"You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." I believe that life is about change, growth, expansion and evolution. My passion is to support, encourage and empower my clients to make necessary changes to improve their lives, and to cultivate a strong therapeutic relationship providing the necessary support to make those changes happen. I utilize psycho-education, Animal Assisted Interventions, Art/Expressive therapy, Narrative Therapy, Brief, Solution-Focused, Strengths Based & ecotherapy as primary modalities in my practice, but always customize treatment based on personal preferences.
I work with teens, young adults and adults who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and sexual trauma, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Grief/Bereavement.
"You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." I believe that life is about change, growth, expansion and evolution. My passion is to support, encourage and empower my clients to make necessary changes to improve their lives, and to cultivate a strong therapeutic relationship providing the necessary support to make those changes happen. I utilize psycho-education, Animal Assisted Interventions, Art/Expressive therapy, Narrative Therapy, Brief, Solution-Focused, Strengths Based & ecotherapy as primary modalities in my practice, but always customize treatment based on personal preferences.
Lindsey Parsons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Stilwell, KS 66085
I work with a variety of individuals, particularly adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelming stress, and those who have experienced trauma. I value a strengths-based approach and trauma informed care. I've worked in a crisis center for survivors of domestic violence and assault, and I recognize the resiliency and courage in seeking support. I look forward to meeting each person where they’re at and fostering a comfortable environment as we journey towards healing together.
I work with a variety of individuals, particularly adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelming stress, and those who have experienced trauma. I value a strengths-based approach and trauma informed care. I've worked in a crisis center for survivors of domestic violence and assault, and I recognize the resiliency and courage in seeking support. I look forward to meeting each person where they’re at and fostering a comfortable environment as we journey towards healing together.
Amy Weiskirch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66223
Midlife Counseling for Individuals and Couples. Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with empty nest syndrome—trying to cope with midlife identity crisis—caring for aging parents—experiencing menopause or new health concerns—exploring retirement or new career paths—raising grandchildren—or wanting to reconnect with your partner, you’re not alone. If you are going through a midlife crisis, you are most likely feeling confusion, fear, inner turmoil, and even loss of your role or purpose in life. This can be a time of tremendous stress, anxiety, and depression. I’m here to help and support you through this difficult time.
Midlife Counseling for Individuals and Couples. Accepting New Clients! Are you struggling with empty nest syndrome—trying to cope with midlife identity crisis—caring for aging parents—experiencing menopause or new health concerns—exploring retirement or new career paths—raising grandchildren—or wanting to reconnect with your partner, you’re not alone. If you are going through a midlife crisis, you are most likely feeling confusion, fear, inner turmoil, and even loss of your role or purpose in life. This can be a time of tremendous stress, anxiety, and depression. I’m here to help and support you through this difficult time.
Specializing in depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and more, Jessica offers support for adolescents, adults, and older adults (65+).
Welcome to HopeBound Counseling, Inc., where Jessica Rich, LCPC, LCAC, is dedicated to helping you through life's challenges. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking coping skills, or addressing behavioral issues, she provides compassionate and effective counseling. Jessica's diverse skill set covers a spectrum of issues, including women's issues, parenting, trauma, addiction, grief, self-esteem, stress, spirituality, mood disorders, and more. Her commitment to your well-being is evident through person-centered, trauma-focused, and strength-based approaches.
Specializing in depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and more, Jessica offers support for adolescents, adults, and older adults (65+).
Welcome to HopeBound Counseling, Inc., where Jessica Rich, LCPC, LCAC, is dedicated to helping you through life's challenges. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking coping skills, or addressing behavioral issues, she provides compassionate and effective counseling. Jessica's diverse skill set covers a spectrum of issues, including women's issues, parenting, trauma, addiction, grief, self-esteem, stress, spirituality, mood disorders, and more. Her commitment to your well-being is evident through person-centered, trauma-focused, and strength-based approaches.
Neide da Silva-Torres
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Olathe, KS 66062
Maybe you find yourself between a rock and a hard place, dealing with the stress of a difficult or broken relationship, depression, anxiety, loss, or an addiction. Maybe you are going through a big life transition like a move, an empty nest, recent retirement or a job loss. Maybe you live with the effects of past trauma, feel alone and rejected, and does not have someone safe who will listen to you, and you feel exhausted, longing for change. As your counselor, I can walk alongside your while you take steps towards healing and living a more fulfilling and joyful life.
Maybe you find yourself between a rock and a hard place, dealing with the stress of a difficult or broken relationship, depression, anxiety, loss, or an addiction. Maybe you are going through a big life transition like a move, an empty nest, recent retirement or a job loss. Maybe you live with the effects of past trauma, feel alone and rejected, and does not have someone safe who will listen to you, and you feel exhausted, longing for change. As your counselor, I can walk alongside your while you take steps towards healing and living a more fulfilling and joyful life.
Elizabeth Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66223
I have extensive experience with young adults experiencing distress, anxiety, panic, grief/loss, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles.
Is there hope for lasting change? Together with the client, we focus on lasting change, healing, and insightful meaning. I offer a supportive counseling relationship that respects and honors the individual. I ensure that each person feels heard and understood. We explore coping strategies that make sense of the pain and difficulties in relationships, unhealthy patterns, depression, anxiety, and grief. We collaborate on goals that address the symptoms and the causes of distress. I have a comprehensive approach that enables you to take home and apply to life what you've experienced in therapy.
I have extensive experience with young adults experiencing distress, anxiety, panic, grief/loss, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles.
Is there hope for lasting change? Together with the client, we focus on lasting change, healing, and insightful meaning. I offer a supportive counseling relationship that respects and honors the individual. I ensure that each person feels heard and understood. We explore coping strategies that make sense of the pain and difficulties in relationships, unhealthy patterns, depression, anxiety, and grief. We collaborate on goals that address the symptoms and the causes of distress. I have a comprehensive approach that enables you to take home and apply to life what you've experienced in therapy.
Erin Sunsong
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spring Hill, KS 66083 (Online Only)
You may not feel like it, but seeking help is an act of bravery, and I'm proud of you for taking this step. My name is Erin Sunsong, and I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, or the challenges that come with being LGBTQ+. I have extensive experience helping people explore their gender and sexuality, as well as dealing with religious trauma. As a queer woman I want you to know, no matter who you are or what you believe, that I care about you, and I want happiness for you. If you resonate with any of that, I can help you.
You may not feel like it, but seeking help is an act of bravery, and I'm proud of you for taking this step. My name is Erin Sunsong, and I specialize in helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, or the challenges that come with being LGBTQ+. I have extensive experience helping people explore their gender and sexuality, as well as dealing with religious trauma. As a queer woman I want you to know, no matter who you are or what you believe, that I care about you, and I want happiness for you. If you resonate with any of that, I can help you.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.