Family Therapy in Lawrence, KS

To be human is to...struggle! I have the utmost respect for anyone who has the courage to look at themselves and realize change is needed. That is half the battle and I like to think of the therapy relationship as a team effort that helps you move forward to your goals. I am dedicated to helping people move out of their ruts and see that there is a more satisfying way to live. Individual(adult and adolescent), couple counseling and family therapy are all within my specialty areas with focus on interpersonal r-ships, CBT and mindfulness techniques.

Welcome and congratulations on taking this critical first step toward taking care of yourself. Whether your struggle is anxiety, depression, grief & loss, or simply need help navigating life's transitions, the relationship we will build in therapy allows for understanding and growth to take place. With 30 years of experience helping teens, adults and families, I'm committed to using evidence based practices to help clients feel better and improve their quality of life. I want to support you toward your goals and believe identifying and initiating small shifts in thought, feelings and behavior lead to healthier patterns of living.

I love working with clients with a variety of concerns, goals, and backgrounds. I am here to support anyone and everyone who is going through a difficult time in life or a has a goal they would like to reach. I have 10 years of experience practicing therapy with clients ranging from 5 years old to adulthood. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, and families that have endured significant traumas or are struggling with mental health from a multitude of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

I completed my master’s in social work (2018) at the University of Kansas. While completing my graduate program, I worked with elementary school students in an after school program and teens in an acute care setting at Research Psychiatric Center’s adolescent inpatient unit. Before coming to FPS, I worked as a Children and Family Services Clinician in a local community mental health center. During my years in practice, I have worked with a diverse range of clients from children to adults with depression, anxiety, self-harm behaviors, ADHD, and adjustment disorders, as well as those experiencing concerns around gender identity.

“We are all just walking each other home.” I believe that together, change can be made. Life presents us with challenges and it is our mission to learn and grow from those challenges. As a clinician, it is my passion to support you through this process. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Kansas with a background in animal assisted social work, and crisis intervention. I work primarily with young adults, teens, women new to motherhood, and individuals with complex family dynamics.

Currently accepting new clients. Are you looking for help with persistent or acute discomforts or yearnings? Are they negatively affecting you in your progress in life? I can help you gain clarity, competence, and confidence in your processes for easing burdens, healing, and making meaningful changes both now and for your life ahead. I find that most people benefit from therapy for discerning and strengthening to meet what is given. There are effective ways to attend, that need not overwhelm.

We are here to help! We are a group of professionals who approach therapy with compassion and understanding, providing a partnership with you in a safe, caring and supportive place to explore life's difficulties, and learn how to balance any challenge, and improve your relationships. We use an individualized, integrated approach to therapy, promoting wellness in all areas of your life: physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual. We work with children, teens, young adults, millennials, families, couples and partners. We also have counseling interns to provide an affordable options for your mental healthcare.

Change can be difficult, whether it's a change you choose or not. Therapy provides support as you adapt to life's countless changes. As a clinical social worker, I have spent time working alongside of teens, young adults, and adults as they work through issues varying from typical developmental struggles to having to adjust following major life traumas. I am grounded in a strengths-based approach, and incorporate Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to address issues surrounding anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, eating disorders, grief and loss, sexuality, and anger.

I am a firm believer in the idea that there is no issue too small, and know that the path to growth and healing can be a scary one. In the words of Tiffany Roe, “you gotta feel, deal, heal.” I consider it an honor to walk this path with people and believe that there is hope in all stories. I work with eating disorders, self esteem/body issues, anxiety disorders, and depression. I work with my clients to identify their unique values and integrate their mind and body experience.

Spence Counseling Center has over 15 Christian counselors in several locations throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas allowing us to serve more populations with a wider variety of issues. Through all the changes in all the years, our mission has remained the same: bringing help, healing, and freedom to the hurting, wounded, and lonely people of this world. As Spence Counseling Center moves forward into the future, our dedication to our mission remains the same as does our commitment to Christ-centered integrative therapy.

I have worked in the Lawrence community providing mental health services for more than 15 years. I primarily work with adolescents and adults. Therapy is a process of identifying and initiating small shifts in thought, feelings and behaviors that lead to healthier patterns of living with ourselves and others. I work with individuals and families to identify a path to improving your quality of life, relationships, and functioning. I have extensive experience treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, working through co-parenting, high conflict divorce, family conflicts, and supporting the transition to work, college, and life after college.

When children are struggling, this often impacts the entire family. Connecting with parents and caregivers and working directly alongside children through the powerful practice of Play Therapy, we can work towards positive change!

I am so glad you have visited my profile! I would glad to provide you with professional, confidential, and compassionate services. Sometimes life's journey takes us to unexpected places. We desire to love well and to be loved by all. It isn't always easy.Life is constantly changing. Changes can bring hurt and fear. I can help you get past your fears and find freedom to live again. Life is never predictable, but life can be good!

One of the purposes in life is to be happy and live a good life. However, daily living involves struggles and there are some difficulties and aspects of life that are inherently painful and hard to cope with. Psychotherapy is a useful way for many people to address and work on personal problems and, in so doing, create a better quality of living for themselves. I have great respect for clients who have the courage to face problems and I welcome you to call me to schedule an appointment.

Therapy is about making a personal connection for change. Over 30 years as a family psychologist I've logged some 31,000 hours face-to-face with teens, young adults, couples and families on issues ranging from life adjustment to major psychological disorders. I am a certified sex therapist (AASECT) and Board Certified in Couples and Family Psychology (ABPP). I'm equally comfortable with straight and LGBTQ clients. Please check my website for further details on my training, experience, books and scope of practice.

Life can be joyful and fulfilling, but it can also sometimes involve difficult transitions and painful experiences. My passion is to assist clients in coping with challenging situations and to provide guidance in living life with your most cherished values in mind. Over the years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families that have been faced with a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, cognitive or behavioral conditions, family dynamic challenges, trauma, anger management, and couples/marital concerns as well as other matters. My goal is to tailor your treatment using research based practices that will best fit your unique situation.

Hi there! Thank you for stopping by my page. I know finding the right therapist can be scary and intimidating. There are a lot of unknowns and sometimes we let that hold us back. I want you to feel empowered to take control of your life. My goal as a therapist is to create a comfortable, welcoming and safe environment where you feel heard and validated. My belief is that your story matters and you deserve to be heard and guided through your struggle. I feel honored that my clients entrust me with their story.

Everyone faces challenges and struggles in life. Sometimes talking with a professional in confidence is beneficial and necessary for personal growth and overall health and wellness. You are not alone! You have taken the first courageous step in seeking help and support. I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and have over 20 years in providing therapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families. Call me for a free phone consultation. If I can't help or if I'm not the right fit, I can help you find the right therapist for you.

Trained in Family therapy, Strengths based and solution focused, Eating disorders, Individual therapy, Traumatic Brain Injury, CBT, Trauma focused CBT, PTSD, Special needs parenting, SPED student stress, Autism RBT trained, School and IEP issues, Relocation due to DV, SA or stalking, Resource location, trained in Art therapy and Music therapy, use of meditation, goals focused imagery and companion model when appropriate.