Creative Connections, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT-S™
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66202
We specialize in play therapy, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and family systems.
Many people find themselves struggling through difficult situations or stuck in old patterns. If this is you or your family member, you have likely tried many ways to break out of these circumstances. Finding your way through the struggle to discover and connect with your strengths and abilities can be challenging. We are here to help! Creative Connections is based in Overland Park, KS and provides individual, couples, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults.
We specialize in play therapy, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and family systems.
Many people find themselves struggling through difficult situations or stuck in old patterns. If this is you or your family member, you have likely tried many ways to break out of these circumstances. Finding your way through the struggle to discover and connect with your strengths and abilities can be challenging. We are here to help! Creative Connections is based in Overland Park, KS and provides individual, couples, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults.
(913) 937-4001 View (913) 937-4001
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Deb Acers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merriam, KS 66202
Are you feeling weighed down by past trauma, overwhelming emotions, or difficult relationships? Is anxiety or depression holding you back from living your fullest life? Do you find the past feels like a constant burden? Do you have a child grappling with intense emotions or anxiety that disrupts their life and affects your family? I can help!
Are you feeling weighed down by past trauma, overwhelming emotions, or difficult relationships? Is anxiety or depression holding you back from living your fullest life? Do you find the past feels like a constant burden? Do you have a child grappling with intense emotions or anxiety that disrupts their life and affects your family? I can help!
(913) 404-6661 View (913) 404-6661
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Marvin Keith Meeks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-T
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merriam, KS 66202
I am a former athlete who enjoys a challenge, watching new movies, trying new things, and enjoy spending time with my family.
Do you feel like nothing is going right? Are you struggling with your child/teen at home? Is your trauma hindering you from becoming who you truly want to be in life? If so, therapy is a great place to start. Through therapy we will work to resolve the things holding you back, and get you back to feeling like yourself. Therapy isn't just for your mental health, but your physical and emotional health as well. It's an investment in your present as well as your future.
I am a former athlete who enjoys a challenge, watching new movies, trying new things, and enjoy spending time with my family.
Do you feel like nothing is going right? Are you struggling with your child/teen at home? Is your trauma hindering you from becoming who you truly want to be in life? If so, therapy is a great place to start. Through therapy we will work to resolve the things holding you back, and get you back to feeling like yourself. Therapy isn't just for your mental health, but your physical and emotional health as well. It's an investment in your present as well as your future.
(913) 513-4768 View (913) 513-4768
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Carmalyn F Lashley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, KS 66202
I am a systemic therapist which means whether I’m working with you individually, you and your partner, or multiple members of your family, I’m considering all the other important lives that touch yours and the impact each has on the other.
Do you feel seen? Do you feel heard? Do you feel you matter? Those are the ingredients that build connection. And connection is vitally important for our happiness. However, so often today that's exactly what we find is missing. And life can hand us things we don't know how to deal with. I'd love to work with you to help you build strategies that build connection between yourself and those you care about. I’m deeply moved by the work people do for repair and healing. Share your story with me. I will listen without judgement and with compassion for your struggle.
I am a systemic therapist which means whether I’m working with you individually, you and your partner, or multiple members of your family, I’m considering all the other important lives that touch yours and the impact each has on the other.
Do you feel seen? Do you feel heard? Do you feel you matter? Those are the ingredients that build connection. And connection is vitally important for our happiness. However, so often today that's exactly what we find is missing. And life can hand us things we don't know how to deal with. I'd love to work with you to help you build strategies that build connection between yourself and those you care about. I’m deeply moved by the work people do for repair and healing. Share your story with me. I will listen without judgement and with compassion for your struggle.
(913) 686-9345 View (913) 686-9345
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Kristen N. Herman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66202
Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist that works exclusively with individuals and couples. I enjoy helping each client identify the core struggle, expand awareness, heal relationship issues, and discover new ways of connecting to your inner self and others. I strongly believe each client has the creativity and power within to self-generate and grow. I am here to help support and encourage you on this journey.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist that works exclusively with individuals and couples. I enjoy helping each client identify the core struggle, expand awareness, heal relationship issues, and discover new ways of connecting to your inner self and others. I strongly believe each client has the creativity and power within to self-generate and grow. I am here to help support and encourage you on this journey.
(620) 506-4754 View (620) 506-4754
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Stephani Guetschow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merriam, KS 66202
I equally enjoy working with individuals who are struggling with depression, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, family and relationship issues, daily life difficulties or stressors.
I believe in a creative, personal approach to healing. It is my hope to create a safe and welcoming environment to help my clients during difficult times in their lives. I feel strongly that therapy is a journey to be walked together with client and therapist. Through a strengths based perspective, my sessions focus on emotional healing as well as positive self growth. I work with all stages of life and life issues. Whether a client's struggles are centered around anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attention and hyperactivity, marriage and family issues, trauma, or mood issues, I am willing to help.
I equally enjoy working with individuals who are struggling with depression, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorders, family and relationship issues, daily life difficulties or stressors.
I believe in a creative, personal approach to healing. It is my hope to create a safe and welcoming environment to help my clients during difficult times in their lives. I feel strongly that therapy is a journey to be walked together with client and therapist. Through a strengths based perspective, my sessions focus on emotional healing as well as positive self growth. I work with all stages of life and life issues. Whether a client's struggles are centered around anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attention and hyperactivity, marriage and family issues, trauma, or mood issues, I am willing to help.
(608) 402-4731 View (608) 402-4731
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Angela McKeever
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merriam, KS 66202
My strengths include working with adolescents as well as adults within an individual or family system.
I believe a positive relationship with your therapist is one of the most important factors in the success of treatment. I ask you to bring an open mind and commitment to your journey to each session. Respecting where the individual is in their own process as well as respect for the individual who walks through the door, is of up most importance to me. Giving yourself permission to trust the process of therapy is a first step toward receiving positive benefits from therapy. It is an honor to for me to accompany you on your journey.
My strengths include working with adolescents as well as adults within an individual or family system.
I believe a positive relationship with your therapist is one of the most important factors in the success of treatment. I ask you to bring an open mind and commitment to your journey to each session. Respecting where the individual is in their own process as well as respect for the individual who walks through the door, is of up most importance to me. Giving yourself permission to trust the process of therapy is a first step toward receiving positive benefits from therapy. It is an honor to for me to accompany you on your journey.
(785) 227-9005 View (785) 227-9005
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Jude LaClaire
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66202
I bring the depth and breadth of fifty years of professional experience to people of all ages, life styles, and cultural and spiritual backgrounds. I work with individuals, couples or families creating a safe environment to reduce stress, anxiety and depression, release trauma and reduce both emotional and acute and chronic physical pain. I integrate holistic psychotherapy, neurobehavioral approaches, family systems, dream and imagery work and psychological type. Listening carefully to your needs, I will work with you, helping you acquire tools to life a more fully empowered and happy life.
I bring the depth and breadth of fifty years of professional experience to people of all ages, life styles, and cultural and spiritual backgrounds. I work with individuals, couples or families creating a safe environment to reduce stress, anxiety and depression, release trauma and reduce both emotional and acute and chronic physical pain. I integrate holistic psychotherapy, neurobehavioral approaches, family systems, dream and imagery work and psychological type. Listening carefully to your needs, I will work with you, helping you acquire tools to life a more fully empowered and happy life.
(913) 214-8321 View (913) 214-8321
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Humble Hearts Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, LCPC-S, LPC-S, LMHC, CPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Merriam, KS 66202
We look forward to meeting you and helping you and your family navigate this thing we call LIFE! We are a group practice with various clinicians and interns to fit your needs! See you soon!.
Is your child struggling at home, school or just in any social setting? Is your family in chaos during family events? Are you searching for answers and help to equip your child with the skills needed to maintain? Here at Humble Hearts Counseling we use attachment based therapy methods to help children and families sort things out and get back on track. Humble Hearts Counseling provides high quality therapy services. We practice Play Therapy and CBT Play therapy to help children express their emotions and communicate effectively.
We look forward to meeting you and helping you and your family navigate this thing we call LIFE! We are a group practice with various clinicians and interns to fit your needs! See you soon!.
Is your child struggling at home, school or just in any social setting? Is your family in chaos during family events? Are you searching for answers and help to equip your child with the skills needed to maintain? Here at Humble Hearts Counseling we use attachment based therapy methods to help children and families sort things out and get back on track. Humble Hearts Counseling provides high quality therapy services. We practice Play Therapy and CBT Play therapy to help children express their emotions and communicate effectively.
(913) 286-7113 View (913) 286-7113
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Heather Bedell
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, family conflict, or just not feeling like yourself anymore? Do negative emotions or memories seem to make unexpected appearances at the worst times? If these are things you are struggling with, I can help. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to work through difficult emotions. I can help you or your adolescent find ways to improve the important relationships in your life, including how you feel about yourself.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, family conflict, or just not feeling like yourself anymore? Do negative emotions or memories seem to make unexpected appearances at the worst times? If these are things you are struggling with, I can help. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to work through difficult emotions. I can help you or your adolescent find ways to improve the important relationships in your life, including how you feel about yourself.
(913) 543-4466 View (913) 543-4466
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Stephanie Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66202
My fellowship training focused on family systems, as we are all in some type of system, our family of origin, extended family, friends, or work family.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families experiencing challenges within the family system, which often show up as belligerent teens, difficulties in relationships, anxiety, depression, as well as the myriad issues that arise in the general navigation of life. These issues may include parenting issues, grief and loss, relationships, being part of the sandwich generation, work/life balance. I truly believe you already have the knowledge and wisdom needed to address these issues. As we work together, I will support and guide you as you gain clarity and identify steps to navigate your current challenges.
My fellowship training focused on family systems, as we are all in some type of system, our family of origin, extended family, friends, or work family.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families experiencing challenges within the family system, which often show up as belligerent teens, difficulties in relationships, anxiety, depression, as well as the myriad issues that arise in the general navigation of life. These issues may include parenting issues, grief and loss, relationships, being part of the sandwich generation, work/life balance. I truly believe you already have the knowledge and wisdom needed to address these issues. As we work together, I will support and guide you as you gain clarity and identify steps to navigate your current challenges.
(913) 937-5524 View (913) 937-5524
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Barbara L Mason-Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
I'm Barbara L. Mason-Palmer; I've treated clients of all different ages and backgrounds ranging from 6 to older adults. My areas of expertise include Anxiety, Depression, Teen Issues, ADHD, Grief and Loss, Marriage or relationship issues and Family concerns. More commonly my focus in treatment involves that of Cognitive Behavioral, Psycho-Educational, and Psychoanalytic Therapy.
I'm Barbara L. Mason-Palmer; I've treated clients of all different ages and backgrounds ranging from 6 to older adults. My areas of expertise include Anxiety, Depression, Teen Issues, ADHD, Grief and Loss, Marriage or relationship issues and Family concerns. More commonly my focus in treatment involves that of Cognitive Behavioral, Psycho-Educational, and Psychoanalytic Therapy.
(816) 659-1348 View (816) 659-1348
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Sarah Okun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66202
I work with teens and adults and provide individual, family, and couples therapy.
I have a passion for learning, growing, and adapting through difficult times. I aim to challenge my clients and push you just enough outside your comfort zone to elicit growth and sustainable change. My client population ranges from teens into late adulthood and focuses on chronic stress, depression, grief and loss, acute and complex trauma, and life transitions. Most of my clients are experiencing relationship issues and transitions, career struggles, or just general overwhelm juggling all the things that life throws at us.
I work with teens and adults and provide individual, family, and couples therapy.
I have a passion for learning, growing, and adapting through difficult times. I aim to challenge my clients and push you just enough outside your comfort zone to elicit growth and sustainable change. My client population ranges from teens into late adulthood and focuses on chronic stress, depression, grief and loss, acute and complex trauma, and life transitions. Most of my clients are experiencing relationship issues and transitions, career struggles, or just general overwhelm juggling all the things that life throws at us.
(913) 354-7596 View (913) 354-7596
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Anna Koehler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66202
I do offer EMDR therapy and have a background working with couples counseling, family therapy, teenagers, as well as eating disorders.
My approach to counseling is to create a safe environment where we can join together in working through what you are struggling with. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with a variety of personal and relational problems, and seek to restore hope, meaning, and connection. My hope is that through counseling you will feel more known and connected to yourself and to others.
I do offer EMDR therapy and have a background working with couples counseling, family therapy, teenagers, as well as eating disorders.
My approach to counseling is to create a safe environment where we can join together in working through what you are struggling with. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with a variety of personal and relational problems, and seek to restore hope, meaning, and connection. My hope is that through counseling you will feel more known and connected to yourself and to others.
(913) 347-5780 View (913) 347-5780
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Mary Kate Short
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in helping people in all kinds of relationships, parent-child, family relationships or romantic relationships.
I see children, families, young adults, and couples. The modalities I use include PCIT, play therapy, TF-CBT and EMDR. Having experience in the hospital, school, and private practice has given me the experience and empathy needed to see clients from all backgrounds and walks of life.
I specialize in helping people in all kinds of relationships, parent-child, family relationships or romantic relationships.
I see children, families, young adults, and couples. The modalities I use include PCIT, play therapy, TF-CBT and EMDR. Having experience in the hospital, school, and private practice has given me the experience and empathy needed to see clients from all backgrounds and walks of life.
(816) 307-0849 View (816) 307-0849
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Nancy Jenkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CIT
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66202
I can help by listening and providing support, insights, guidance, and skills to help you meet any challenges you may face: family, relationship, or job issues; anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, PTSD, chronic illness, or divorce.
I greet you with acceptance and an open heart. Life can throw surprises or maybe you've hit a roadblock and realize something has to change? Counseling provides a safe and confidential space to share worry, fear, sadness, anger, hopes and dreams, and then learn tools to deal with any challenge in your life. Call me now if you seek a path to the happy and serene life you deserve.
I can help by listening and providing support, insights, guidance, and skills to help you meet any challenges you may face: family, relationship, or job issues; anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, PTSD, chronic illness, or divorce.
I greet you with acceptance and an open heart. Life can throw surprises or maybe you've hit a roadblock and realize something has to change? Counseling provides a safe and confidential space to share worry, fear, sadness, anger, hopes and dreams, and then learn tools to deal with any challenge in your life. Call me now if you seek a path to the happy and serene life you deserve.
(816) 727-3602 View (816) 727-3602
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Mend Center for Psychotherapy
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Mission, KS 66202
We offer services in the following areas: Individual therapy, Conjoint/couples therapy, Family Counseling, Psychological assessments, Adolescent counseling, and Therapy for leaders and helpers.
Mend Psychotherapy is a helpful voice in times of struggle. We help individuals, couples, children, and families find peace, meaning, and deeper relational connection. Our team includes: Scott Koeneman, Psy.D., Alysa Koeneman, MA, LCPC, Avery Lawson, M.A., LCPC, P-LPC, Robin Li, Ph.D., Kate Patt, M.A., LCMFT, LMFT, Jackie Stone, M.A., LPC, Samuel Quin, M.A., LPC, Ryan Steinle, M.A. LPC.
We offer services in the following areas: Individual therapy, Conjoint/couples therapy, Family Counseling, Psychological assessments, Adolescent counseling, and Therapy for leaders and helpers.
Mend Psychotherapy is a helpful voice in times of struggle. We help individuals, couples, children, and families find peace, meaning, and deeper relational connection. Our team includes: Scott Koeneman, Psy.D., Alysa Koeneman, MA, LCPC, Avery Lawson, M.A., LCPC, P-LPC, Robin Li, Ph.D., Kate Patt, M.A., LCMFT, LMFT, Jackie Stone, M.A., LPC, Samuel Quin, M.A., LPC, Ryan Steinle, M.A. LPC.
(913) 675-4635 View (913) 675-4635
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Tyler Sharpe
LCPC, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66202
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression & anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, life transitions, sexual health/issues, men's issues, and addiction.
Did you know that it’s ok, not to be ok? Before you can heal, change and transform yourself, you must accept where you are and what you feel right now. Being confronted with obstacles and stressors in life can be confusing and challenging, but you do not have to tackle them alone. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken the first, and hardest step; reaching out for help. No matter what struggles you may be facing, always remember, the comeback is stronger than the setback. As a Licensed Psychotherapist, with an educational background in Behavioral Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology; I will help you better understand - YOU!
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression & anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, life transitions, sexual health/issues, men's issues, and addiction.
Did you know that it’s ok, not to be ok? Before you can heal, change and transform yourself, you must accept where you are and what you feel right now. Being confronted with obstacles and stressors in life can be confusing and challenging, but you do not have to tackle them alone. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken the first, and hardest step; reaching out for help. No matter what struggles you may be facing, always remember, the comeback is stronger than the setback. As a Licensed Psychotherapist, with an educational background in Behavioral Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology; I will help you better understand - YOU!
(913) 318-3763 View (913) 318-3763
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Bridget Jenner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Tailored Family Solutions is here to help all types of families in their time of need.
People go through hard times but you don't have to do it alone. Times of transition in your life or your loved one's lives can be challenging and can wreak havoc on you, your plans for your life and your family. With years of clinical experience devoted to helping families and individuals during times of change, as well as a slew of personal experience in the same, I am here to help you navigate the rough waters. We can come up with new solutions for you and/or your family. It doesn't have to be so hard!!
Tailored Family Solutions is here to help all types of families in their time of need.
People go through hard times but you don't have to do it alone. Times of transition in your life or your loved one's lives can be challenging and can wreak havoc on you, your plans for your life and your family. With years of clinical experience devoted to helping families and individuals during times of change, as well as a slew of personal experience in the same, I am here to help you navigate the rough waters. We can come up with new solutions for you and/or your family. It doesn't have to be so hard!!
(913) 594-3504 View (913) 594-3504
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Margaret P Ragan
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66202
Waitlist for new clients
Problems overwhelming you? Ready to take action and make changes within a confidential, supportive environment? I've helped people with relationship issues; bereavement issues; job problems; substance abuse; stress and anxiety; women's issues; improving communication skills. I believe we gain new insights when we are able to look at our problems and lives through a different perspective. My goal is to teach clients new ways of perceiving the problem, healthy coping skills for responding to the problem, and healthy attitudes and communication skills for working with partners, families or work environments.
Problems overwhelming you? Ready to take action and make changes within a confidential, supportive environment? I've helped people with relationship issues; bereavement issues; job problems; substance abuse; stress and anxiety; women's issues; improving communication skills. I believe we gain new insights when we are able to look at our problems and lives through a different perspective. My goal is to teach clients new ways of perceiving the problem, healthy coping skills for responding to the problem, and healthy attitudes and communication skills for working with partners, families or work environments.
(816) 659-3145 View (816) 659-3145
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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.