Therapists in Kansas City, MO
Callie Streich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAEd, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64108
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, body image, self-esteem concerns, among others.
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to see if I could be a good fit for your journey. I am passionate about supporting clients who are seeking to process through their experiences and seek new insight into their lives. I work with young children through young adult and adult. My nonjudgmental approach comes from my belief that every person has worth even when you might struggle to see that in yourself. My role is to be here to help empower you along your path.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, body image, self-esteem concerns, among others.
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to see if I could be a good fit for your journey. I am passionate about supporting clients who are seeking to process through their experiences and seek new insight into their lives. I work with young children through young adult and adult. My nonjudgmental approach comes from my belief that every person has worth even when you might struggle to see that in yourself. My role is to be here to help empower you along your path.
Synesis Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC-S, LPCC, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64111
We have immediate availability. We have a special interest in providing care for people of all ages who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, PTSD, and family concerns, and are often called the "teen whisperer" for the younger clients. If you are navigating these concerns we offer individualized treatment plans that are set around your goals. Our main priority is to give you a place where you can process your concerns, and provide you with guidance to walk through those with skills.
We have immediate availability. We have a special interest in providing care for people of all ages who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, PTSD, and family concerns, and are often called the "teen whisperer" for the younger clients. If you are navigating these concerns we offer individualized treatment plans that are set around your goals. Our main priority is to give you a place where you can process your concerns, and provide you with guidance to walk through those with skills.
Suzanne Grace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64111
I have experience in working with depression, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence, coping skills, stress management, trauma, relationship issues, family conflict and many other areas of focus.
Sometimes life can be challenging. It can help to have someone listen to your situation and assist in finding solutions and/or tools to get through some of those challenges.
I have experience in working with depression, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence, coping skills, stress management, trauma, relationship issues, family conflict and many other areas of focus.
Sometimes life can be challenging. It can help to have someone listen to your situation and assist in finding solutions and/or tools to get through some of those challenges.
James (Jamie) Copaken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64113
Since earning degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University, I have helped people work through difficulties, including peer and family conflict, addiction, depression, anxiety, divorce, and grief.
We're all faced with challenges, big and small. Sometimes these grow to overpower and overwhelm us. The adults, children, and families I work with say that I help them feel heard, valued, comfortable, and that I provide a safe place to explore options and pick the right solutions.
Since earning degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University, I have helped people work through difficulties, including peer and family conflict, addiction, depression, anxiety, divorce, and grief.
We're all faced with challenges, big and small. Sometimes these grow to overpower and overwhelm us. The adults, children, and families I work with say that I help them feel heard, valued, comfortable, and that I provide a safe place to explore options and pick the right solutions.
Advanced Counseling Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCDP-D, EMDR, DBT, MARS
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64106
We all encounter problems at different stages in life. Some are easy to handle, whereas others leave us hurt, confused, and hopeless. Our brain is an important organ, and it can get sick, just like any of the other organs in our body. What it takes to heal differs between person to person. We will never pretend we know exactly what you are going through, because we aren't you. But, what we can do is help! Being licensed in both Missouri and Arizona allows us to reach out to help even more people. Whether you are looking to move forward from the past, learn to live with loss, handle stress and anxiety/depression better, we can help!
We all encounter problems at different stages in life. Some are easy to handle, whereas others leave us hurt, confused, and hopeless. Our brain is an important organ, and it can get sick, just like any of the other organs in our body. What it takes to heal differs between person to person. We will never pretend we know exactly what you are going through, because we aren't you. But, what we can do is help! Being licensed in both Missouri and Arizona allows us to reach out to help even more people. Whether you are looking to move forward from the past, learn to live with loss, handle stress and anxiety/depression better, we can help!
Pamela Sue Eisenreich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64119
I specialize in grief and loss, abuse recovery, depression, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, sexual abuse, anger management, addictions, play therapy, co-dependency, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress.
I enjoy helping those who are looking for help and solutions to their problems. I began working for those with relationship issues and sexual addictions. I have worked with women and children dealing with various trauma-related situations.
I specialize in grief and loss, abuse recovery, depression, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, sexual abuse, anger management, addictions, play therapy, co-dependency, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress.
I enjoy helping those who are looking for help and solutions to their problems. I began working for those with relationship issues and sexual addictions. I have worked with women and children dealing with various trauma-related situations.
Julie Kaufmanschmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64114
Welcome! I would love to work with you to improve your life. I've helped many people with personal growth issues. I've seen clients improve from the curve balls life has thrown at them like infidelity, health issues, infertility, and grief. I've helped clients improve their functioning while dealing with severe diagnoses of depression, bipolar and anxiety. Family peace can be restored between parents and children.
Welcome! I would love to work with you to improve your life. I've helped many people with personal growth issues. I've seen clients improve from the curve balls life has thrown at them like infidelity, health issues, infertility, and grief. I've helped clients improve their functioning while dealing with severe diagnoses of depression, bipolar and anxiety. Family peace can be restored between parents and children.
Dr. Nadin R Rizk [Autism Testing Adhd Testing]
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64110
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.
Anastasia Kinsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64111 (Online Only)
Anastasia Kinsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor with almost 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with a variety of clients facing different issues. She is excited to work with the unique challenges of every client. She is also interested in providing services in many different ways: individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy sessions, and couples counseling. Anastasia specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and anger-related problems.
Anastasia Kinsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor with almost 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with a variety of clients facing different issues. She is excited to work with the unique challenges of every client. She is also interested in providing services in many different ways: individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy sessions, and couples counseling. Anastasia specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and anger-related problems.
Kimberly Levitan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
Are you a parent that is feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do your child's emotional or behavioral problems dominate your day? If your child or family is facing challenges, I'm here to help! I see children ages 4-16 presenting a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, depression, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, and more.
Are you a parent that is feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do your child's emotional or behavioral problems dominate your day? If your child or family is facing challenges, I'm here to help! I see children ages 4-16 presenting a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, depression, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, and more.
Lisa D Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64101
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults, adolescents, children and families. I have experience working with clients who are experiencing symptoms of stress, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma in a variety of outpatient settings. I utilize a holistic, strengths based approach that combines elements from Neuroscience, Attachment theory, Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral theory, Art and Play therapy. I am now offering Direct Neurofeedback, which offers a drug-free approach to improving brain performance and forming new and enhanced patterns of functioning.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults, adolescents, children and families. I have experience working with clients who are experiencing symptoms of stress, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma in a variety of outpatient settings. I utilize a holistic, strengths based approach that combines elements from Neuroscience, Attachment theory, Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioral theory, Art and Play therapy. I am now offering Direct Neurofeedback, which offers a drug-free approach to improving brain performance and forming new and enhanced patterns of functioning.
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Catherine Sterchi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64113
I specialize in Divorce, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, Marital/Relationship Issues, and Play Therapy for children.
Do you struggle in your life with strong reactions to events that seem out of your control? Do you find yourself captured by anger, upset, fear, or anxiety? Have you wanted to find a way to take the difficult things that have happened in your life and somehow have them set a foundation for you to have a better, less critical connection with yourself and others around you? I know how hard it is to make real changes that will lead to lasting peace, joy and effectiveness. I also know that it is absolutely possible to change course and rebuild.
I specialize in Divorce, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, Marital/Relationship Issues, and Play Therapy for children.
Do you struggle in your life with strong reactions to events that seem out of your control? Do you find yourself captured by anger, upset, fear, or anxiety? Have you wanted to find a way to take the difficult things that have happened in your life and somehow have them set a foundation for you to have a better, less critical connection with yourself and others around you? I know how hard it is to make real changes that will lead to lasting peace, joy and effectiveness. I also know that it is absolutely possible to change course and rebuild.
Kelly Shaw
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64101
Teen struggling with anxiety or depression? Child with big, uncontrollable feelings? Are the parenting tips on social media not helping? Understanding the complexities children and adolescence face drives my passion as a therapist. In my office, children and teens can come as they are and be fully themselves. I use Play Therapy to engage children, creating a space for growth.I incorporate TheraPlay to support families in fostering connections and building resilient bonds. No matter the age, littles, teens or adults, my approach is rooted in genuine connection,aiming to build trust and understanding in every therapeutic relationship.
Teen struggling with anxiety or depression? Child with big, uncontrollable feelings? Are the parenting tips on social media not helping? Understanding the complexities children and adolescence face drives my passion as a therapist. In my office, children and teens can come as they are and be fully themselves. I use Play Therapy to engage children, creating a space for growth.I incorporate TheraPlay to support families in fostering connections and building resilient bonds. No matter the age, littles, teens or adults, my approach is rooted in genuine connection,aiming to build trust and understanding in every therapeutic relationship.
Pamela Wine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA/NCC, LPC, RPT, EdS, PCIT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64114
Play is the place where children’s minds, hearts, and souls meet. Through Play Therapy, children are able to heal from distressing events such as, but not limited to, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, depression, adoption, foster care and attachment issues; and to improve in myriad areas such as impulse control, emotional regulation, ADHD, OCD, and ODD. As your child’s therapist, my goal is to enable children to heal, so that they are empowered to “rise and shine” to their highest potential.
Play is the place where children’s minds, hearts, and souls meet. Through Play Therapy, children are able to heal from distressing events such as, but not limited to, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, depression, adoption, foster care and attachment issues; and to improve in myriad areas such as impulse control, emotional regulation, ADHD, OCD, and ODD. As your child’s therapist, my goal is to enable children to heal, so that they are empowered to “rise and shine” to their highest potential.
Bethany Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64157
I have extensive experience in working with issues such as trauma, behavioral issues, family transitions, anxiety and depression.
Hi there! At the the core of great therapy is the therapeutic relationship between the client and their therapist. I believe very strongly in the positive changes that can occur as a result of therapy. We all have various emotional needs that can be addressed and benefit from the therapeutic process. I am passionate about serving children, adolescents, adults and families. By partnering with my clients, I see tremendous growth towards their goals and improvement in general well being. When working with children and teens, I take a systems approach and work closely with caregivers to provide the most comprehensive care possible.
I have extensive experience in working with issues such as trauma, behavioral issues, family transitions, anxiety and depression.
Hi there! At the the core of great therapy is the therapeutic relationship between the client and their therapist. I believe very strongly in the positive changes that can occur as a result of therapy. We all have various emotional needs that can be addressed and benefit from the therapeutic process. I am passionate about serving children, adolescents, adults and families. By partnering with my clients, I see tremendous growth towards their goals and improvement in general well being. When working with children and teens, I take a systems approach and work closely with caregivers to provide the most comprehensive care possible.
Jill Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, CAAPT, RPT-S™, CAS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64158
I specialize in treating depression, eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, autism, grief (including loss of a pet), and child/adolescent issues.
Hi! My name is Jill and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Missouri, a licensed specialist clinical social worker (LSCSW) in Kansas, and a registered play therapist supervisor (RPT-S). I am also a Certified AutPlay Therapy Provider, a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), an EMDR certified therapist, and a Certified Animal Assisted Play Therapist (CAAPT). I am passionate about helping individuals meet their goals and enhance their well-being. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I also provide supervision for social workers (LMSWs) in Kansas and play therapy supervision towards the RPT credential.
I specialize in treating depression, eating disorders, trauma/PTSD, autism, grief (including loss of a pet), and child/adolescent issues.
Hi! My name is Jill and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Missouri, a licensed specialist clinical social worker (LSCSW) in Kansas, and a registered play therapist supervisor (RPT-S). I am also a Certified AutPlay Therapy Provider, a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), an EMDR certified therapist, and a Certified Animal Assisted Play Therapist (CAAPT). I am passionate about helping individuals meet their goals and enhance their well-being. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I also provide supervision for social workers (LMSWs) in Kansas and play therapy supervision towards the RPT credential.
Leonor Stockwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64110
My passion is to provide kids and adults with the help they need to navigate through difficult times whether it be related to family, school, mental health or substance use. As a licensed specialist clinical social worker, I have experience in a wide variety of support and counseling services, including assessment, crisis intervention, and individual, family and group therapy in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I have conducted anger management and substance abuse evaluations, and I have facilitated group treatment programs.
My passion is to provide kids and adults with the help they need to navigate through difficult times whether it be related to family, school, mental health or substance use. As a licensed specialist clinical social worker, I have experience in a wide variety of support and counseling services, including assessment, crisis intervention, and individual, family and group therapy in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I have conducted anger management and substance abuse evaluations, and I have facilitated group treatment programs.
Brandon Browning
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, S-MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64111
I firmly believe that everyone has within them what they need to overcome their problems, achieve their goals, and improve their lives. Sometimes, we just need some support to help us figure out who we are and what is important to us to bring about change. I strive to be a warm and caring therapist who will meet you with authenticity and “realness.” I work to strike a balance between curiosity, compassion, and challenge to establish a safe space for you to honestly explore yourself and your struggles, sit with unpleasant feelings, and develop trust in your ability to make decisions consistent with your values.
I firmly believe that everyone has within them what they need to overcome their problems, achieve their goals, and improve their lives. Sometimes, we just need some support to help us figure out who we are and what is important to us to bring about change. I strive to be a warm and caring therapist who will meet you with authenticity and “realness.” I work to strike a balance between curiosity, compassion, and challenge to establish a safe space for you to honestly explore yourself and your struggles, sit with unpleasant feelings, and develop trust in your ability to make decisions consistent with your values.
Mary M Lorton
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64114
Why, despite good intentions, do you repeat something that isn't good for you? How can you learn compassion for yourself and others - instead of judging or shaming? How can you think 'outside the box' and recognize your fear of risk? Psychotherapy provides a place to explore what needs to happen so you can feel mastery in life. I'll work with you to gain awareness and see alternatives.
Why, despite good intentions, do you repeat something that isn't good for you? How can you learn compassion for yourself and others - instead of judging or shaming? How can you think 'outside the box' and recognize your fear of risk? Psychotherapy provides a place to explore what needs to happen so you can feel mastery in life. I'll work with you to gain awareness and see alternatives.
Diakonos Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCSW, LPC, PLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64118
Diakonos is a private mental health counseling center in Independence, MO since 1981. We believe in a healthy approach to healing life's problems through integrating sound principles for the mind, body & spirit. We offer compassionate care for those struggling with painful emotions, distorted thinking, and troubling behavior, as well as those desiring personal growth and more satisfying relationships. We are comfortable and experienced at integrating clients' religious & spiritual beliefs with the therapy and healing process. Treatment is personalized to meet the individual needs of each participant. Therapists are available to lead conferences and speak on topics of interest to your church, business, or organization.
Diakonos is a private mental health counseling center in Independence, MO since 1981. We believe in a healthy approach to healing life's problems through integrating sound principles for the mind, body & spirit. We offer compassionate care for those struggling with painful emotions, distorted thinking, and troubling behavior, as well as those desiring personal growth and more satisfying relationships. We are comfortable and experienced at integrating clients' religious & spiritual beliefs with the therapy and healing process. Treatment is personalized to meet the individual needs of each participant. Therapists are available to lead conferences and speak on topics of interest to your church, business, or organization.
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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.