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Shannon Tobaben
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66211
Hi! My name is Shannon and welcome you to searching for a therapist to start this journey. Taking this first step is difficult and hope I can help lessen the nerves by bringing authenticity and empathy to each session. I strive to develop a strong relationship with my clients by providing a safe and caring environment as I feel the client/therapist relationship is the foundation for change. Whether or not you are wanting a more directive approach or someone to sit with you during difficult times, I am committed to collaborate with you to find what goals will help you progress towards the outcomes you are hoping for.
Hi! My name is Shannon and welcome you to searching for a therapist to start this journey. Taking this first step is difficult and hope I can help lessen the nerves by bringing authenticity and empathy to each session. I strive to develop a strong relationship with my clients by providing a safe and caring environment as I feel the client/therapist relationship is the foundation for change. Whether or not you are wanting a more directive approach or someone to sit with you during difficult times, I am committed to collaborate with you to find what goals will help you progress towards the outcomes you are hoping for.
(913) 423-2846 View (913) 423-2846
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Jennifer Lari Buehler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, CAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211  (Online Only)
Feeling paralyzed by overwhelming emotions, lack of direction, or lingering effects of past traumas? Are you looking for someone encouraging, warm, and committed to walking with you and helping you overcome what you are facing? Are you looking to find a therapist you can trust, feel safe being open, honest and 100% yourself? My approach is strength-based, client centered and believe we all have an immense transforming power within us.
Feeling paralyzed by overwhelming emotions, lack of direction, or lingering effects of past traumas? Are you looking for someone encouraging, warm, and committed to walking with you and helping you overcome what you are facing? Are you looking to find a therapist you can trust, feel safe being open, honest and 100% yourself? My approach is strength-based, client centered and believe we all have an immense transforming power within us.
(913) 318-4287 View (913) 318-4287
Photo of Kari D'Amato, Licensed Professional Counselor in 66211, KS
Kari D'Amato
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66211
Hello, I’m Kari D'Amato, a dedicated mental health therapist passionate about supporting teens and young adults through transformative periods of their lives. With years of experience, I specialize in creating a safe and understanding environment where clients feel valued and understood. Together, we can work toward self-discovery, healing, emotional stability, and finding a sense of belonging. I can help you move toward a life in which you feel valued, understood, and connected, aiming for personal empowerment and fulfillment.
Hello, I’m Kari D'Amato, a dedicated mental health therapist passionate about supporting teens and young adults through transformative periods of their lives. With years of experience, I specialize in creating a safe and understanding environment where clients feel valued and understood. Together, we can work toward self-discovery, healing, emotional stability, and finding a sense of belonging. I can help you move toward a life in which you feel valued, understood, and connected, aiming for personal empowerment and fulfillment.
(913) 786-4431 View (913) 786-4431
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Sheryl Lavelock Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66211  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns expecting different results? Rather than being "the definition of insanity," it's a normal reaction to abnormal circumstances. If you're in need of significant change but feel stuck, you may benefit from collaboration with a professional to help you move forward. I offer an individualized, practical and evidence-based approach. Together, we will examine your core values and beliefs, behavior patterns and relationship dynamics, to address how they work together to affect your daily life.
Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns expecting different results? Rather than being "the definition of insanity," it's a normal reaction to abnormal circumstances. If you're in need of significant change but feel stuck, you may benefit from collaboration with a professional to help you move forward. I offer an individualized, practical and evidence-based approach. Together, we will examine your core values and beliefs, behavior patterns and relationship dynamics, to address how they work together to affect your daily life.
(816) 209-1870 View (816) 209-1870
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.