Therapists in Leawood, KS
Fred Mayfield
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66211
I am grateful to have been a part of helping so many individuals, couples, and blending families resolve their issues over the past 35 years. While the experience has honed my therapy skills, each new person or relationship is unique and requires exploring solutions that fit their individual personality.
I am grateful to have been a part of helping so many individuals, couples, and blending families resolve their issues over the past 35 years. While the experience has honed my therapy skills, each new person or relationship is unique and requires exploring solutions that fit their individual personality.
Vanessa Wray Knight
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Hello! I'm Vanessa, co-owner of Secure Counseling Clinics. I've lived in KC for 20 years with my husband, 4 children, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 1 bearded dragon, and a flock of backyard chickens! I'm a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in both MO and KS, Nationally Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and KS board-approved clinical supervisor. My heart work is helping humans with complex trauma. Couples, as well as parents and their children, work with me to form secure attachments with each other. I help clients experiencing relationship difficulties and those who experience pain from circumstances or losses.
Hello! I'm Vanessa, co-owner of Secure Counseling Clinics. I've lived in KC for 20 years with my husband, 4 children, 3 dogs, 2 cats, 1 bearded dragon, and a flock of backyard chickens! I'm a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in both MO and KS, Nationally Certified Counselor, Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and KS board-approved clinical supervisor. My heart work is helping humans with complex trauma. Couples, as well as parents and their children, work with me to form secure attachments with each other. I help clients experiencing relationship difficulties and those who experience pain from circumstances or losses.
Brian P Heydon
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, CIT
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66206
Finding the right counselor may be one of the most important decisions you can make in seeking a better life. As my client, you will be provided a therapeutic relationship that is non-threatening, challenging, empowering, and ultimately life changing. You will find that your pain, which is actually healing trying to happen, will be lessened and most likely alleviated, your feelings and experiences are valid, and that you can make positive changes to improve your life and relationships. I'm a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and specialize in relationships - between couples, parents and children, friends - any human relationship
Finding the right counselor may be one of the most important decisions you can make in seeking a better life. As my client, you will be provided a therapeutic relationship that is non-threatening, challenging, empowering, and ultimately life changing. You will find that your pain, which is actually healing trying to happen, will be lessened and most likely alleviated, your feelings and experiences are valid, and that you can make positive changes to improve your life and relationships. I'm a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and specialize in relationships - between couples, parents and children, friends - any human relationship
Artful Interventions - Dr. Margo Fallon
Psychologist, PhD, MA, BSE
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66209
When words just aren't enough, try action methods! With a supportive mentoring approach, I try to provide a person centered philosophy - fitting the latest best researched helping methods to the person and their issues, so that feeling better happens as quickly and painlessly as possible. Individuals of all ages are welcome. This special site and service is for potential psychotherapy clients and other professionals only. Please do not solicit through Psych Today. Contact by email is most helpful - which expresses your name, concerns & contact information. Calling Psych Today only gives us a phone number and no further information.
When words just aren't enough, try action methods! With a supportive mentoring approach, I try to provide a person centered philosophy - fitting the latest best researched helping methods to the person and their issues, so that feeling better happens as quickly and painlessly as possible. Individuals of all ages are welcome. This special site and service is for potential psychotherapy clients and other professionals only. Please do not solicit through Psych Today. Contact by email is most helpful - which expresses your name, concerns & contact information. Calling Psych Today only gives us a phone number and no further information.
Jill Curtis Licensed Clinical Counselor
Counselor, MS, EdS, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66206
As a client-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship problems, today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered to maximize your utmost potential. Therapy is for someone who is motivated to grow, learn about themselves, and make positive changes in their life and relationships. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
As a client-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship problems, today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered to maximize your utmost potential. Therapy is for someone who is motivated to grow, learn about themselves, and make positive changes in their life and relationships. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Cheryl Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSCSW, CCATP, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66211
I'm here for you, to listen and help work through life's issues to your goals, happiness, and best functioning. Individuals, couples, families, teens, aging, fertility, transgender, LGBTQI+, grief, loss, anxiety, phase of life, addiction, behavioral, medical, chronic, more. I offer support, and compassion in a solution focused, strengths based, informed and confidential environment, custom designed to meet your therapeutic needs. I am CISM-CISD certified, a therapist's therapist (I enjoy working with therapists who want to do their own work), Interactive, Cognitive Behavioral, Integrative, a Generalist. Let's talk.
I'm here for you, to listen and help work through life's issues to your goals, happiness, and best functioning. Individuals, couples, families, teens, aging, fertility, transgender, LGBTQI+, grief, loss, anxiety, phase of life, addiction, behavioral, medical, chronic, more. I offer support, and compassion in a solution focused, strengths based, informed and confidential environment, custom designed to meet your therapeutic needs. I am CISM-CISD certified, a therapist's therapist (I enjoy working with therapists who want to do their own work), Interactive, Cognitive Behavioral, Integrative, a Generalist. Let's talk.
Matthew P Brandmeyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LMAC, SEP
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66206
Not accepting new clients
The practice is focused on exploring developmental gaps created by family patterns and trauma.
Structured Support, LLC is a therapeutic practice specializing in helping individuals, families, couples, and organizations optimize mental health and well-being. The practice leans on a theoretical framework that combines social ecology, and neuroscience to understand environmental and physiologic factors that influence our mental health and intimate relationships.
The practice is focused on exploring developmental gaps created by family patterns and trauma.
Structured Support, LLC is a therapeutic practice specializing in helping individuals, families, couples, and organizations optimize mental health and well-being. The practice leans on a theoretical framework that combines social ecology, and neuroscience to understand environmental and physiologic factors that influence our mental health and intimate relationships.
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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.
Andrea Stover
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, KS 66205
I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each of my clients and use a variety of self-development tools including: Somatic Experiencing, the Enneagram, Psychological Astrology, and Family-of-Origin work.
Relationships are my passion! Whether it be your relationship with yourself, your partner, or life itself, I aim to help people more deeply connect with their authentic selves. When we're living out of alignment, we can have a whole host of symptoms, and it's difficult to get clear about what to do next when we can't see things accurately. Trauma is real. Fear is inevitable. Being disconnected from your heart can also be a thing. Any of these factors can lead to hinderances on your path to leading a soulful life. If you're at a crossroads and unsure which way to go, let me help you illuminate your path forward!
I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each of my clients and use a variety of self-development tools including: Somatic Experiencing, the Enneagram, Psychological Astrology, and Family-of-Origin work.
Relationships are my passion! Whether it be your relationship with yourself, your partner, or life itself, I aim to help people more deeply connect with their authentic selves. When we're living out of alignment, we can have a whole host of symptoms, and it's difficult to get clear about what to do next when we can't see things accurately. Trauma is real. Fear is inevitable. Being disconnected from your heart can also be a thing. Any of these factors can lead to hinderances on your path to leading a soulful life. If you're at a crossroads and unsure which way to go, let me help you illuminate your path forward!
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.
Martha C Allega
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MLAC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66215
Master in the Arts of Counseling Psychology / Master addition Counselor / Person Centered approach using research and customizing treatment for each client needs/ Family therapy Tambien Terapias en Español para toda la familia y guanza para padres con hijos especiales con autism.
KanCare Provider. Terapias en Español/ or English. Terapias para recuperar balance en su vida y para padres con hijos especiales.
Master in the Arts of Counseling Psychology / Master addition Counselor / Person Centered approach using research and customizing treatment for each client needs/ Family therapy Tambien Terapias en Español para toda la familia y guanza para padres con hijos especiales con autism.
KanCare Provider. Terapias en Español/ or English. Terapias para recuperar balance en su vida y para padres con hijos especiales.
Janee Ackerley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66207
I have significant experience working with trauma and enjoy working with teenagers, adults, and couple/family relationships.
As a clinical counselor, my desire is to join you in the midst of life's journey and together, learn to navigate your life in ways that promote deep wholeness. This is created in and through our client-counselor relationship - cultivating safety, curiosity, and being truly known. Exploring your innate capacity to heal, we can hold space for your deepest distresses and create new experiences that lead to growth and transformation. I believe in working with both your heart and mind in ways that are unique to you, allowing your truest self to emerge.
I have significant experience working with trauma and enjoy working with teenagers, adults, and couple/family relationships.
As a clinical counselor, my desire is to join you in the midst of life's journey and together, learn to navigate your life in ways that promote deep wholeness. This is created in and through our client-counselor relationship - cultivating safety, curiosity, and being truly known. Exploring your innate capacity to heal, we can hold space for your deepest distresses and create new experiences that lead to growth and transformation. I believe in working with both your heart and mind in ways that are unique to you, allowing your truest self to emerge.
Bridget Kromrey
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, KS 66103
I I look forward to getting the chance to connect with you to see if I would be the right support for you and/or your child and family.
Therapy can be an invitation to explore our inner world and how it relates to the development of the self, relationships, and our way of making meaning in this world. My aim as a psychologist is to offer that unique space to clients where transformation, challenge and deeper understanding can occur. I specialize in work with LGBTQ+ youth and adults, in grief and loss, end of life concerns, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and psychosocial oncology. I work with adults, children, and adolescents for psychotherapy and provide assessments for autism, learning disabilities and social/emotional concerns.
I I look forward to getting the chance to connect with you to see if I would be the right support for you and/or your child and family.
Therapy can be an invitation to explore our inner world and how it relates to the development of the self, relationships, and our way of making meaning in this world. My aim as a psychologist is to offer that unique space to clients where transformation, challenge and deeper understanding can occur. I specialize in work with LGBTQ+ youth and adults, in grief and loss, end of life concerns, identity development, trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and psychosocial oncology. I work with adults, children, and adolescents for psychotherapy and provide assessments for autism, learning disabilities and social/emotional concerns.
Aubony R. Chalfant
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ACHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66212
Are you seeking clarity and peace so you can live your life in the most fulfilling way possible? When you work with me, you'll learn how to take control of your story so you can create the empowered, healthy life you deserve. My client-centered treatment philosophy means that I'm dedicated to finding the specific approach that will help you reach your therapy goals. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and healing victims of narcissistic abuse. I have years of experience working with PTSD and CPTSD, emotional abuse, low self-worth, co-dependency, abuse issues, addictions, and grief.
Are you seeking clarity and peace so you can live your life in the most fulfilling way possible? When you work with me, you'll learn how to take control of your story so you can create the empowered, healthy life you deserve. My client-centered treatment philosophy means that I'm dedicated to finding the specific approach that will help you reach your therapy goals. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and healing victims of narcissistic abuse. I have years of experience working with PTSD and CPTSD, emotional abuse, low self-worth, co-dependency, abuse issues, addictions, and grief.
Doug Burford
Counselor, DMin, LCPC, LPC, CSD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66204
I specialize in couples therapy, from premarital to later stages of marriage. I take great joy in helping couples gain relational insights and apply new tools to form a more satisfying relationship. My approach incorporates experience in social work (BSW), ministry (MDiv, DMin, CSD), and counseling (MAC, LCPC, EMDR, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Certified Enneagram Coaching). I am specialty trained by The Gottman Institute in affair recovery. Through these disciplines, I've noticed overlapping consistency in what brings healing, wholeness, and harmonious relationships.
I specialize in couples therapy, from premarital to later stages of marriage. I take great joy in helping couples gain relational insights and apply new tools to form a more satisfying relationship. My approach incorporates experience in social work (BSW), ministry (MDiv, DMin, CSD), and counseling (MAC, LCPC, EMDR, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Certified Enneagram Coaching). I am specialty trained by The Gottman Institute in affair recovery. Through these disciplines, I've noticed overlapping consistency in what brings healing, wholeness, and harmonious relationships.
Paul W Anderson - Certified Medicare Counselor
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210 (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression, loneliness and grief from life stressors can increase tension and conflict in your relationships. You may wonder, "Does marriage counseling or therapy in general work?" "What are the signs a couple should get a counselor?" "Are other issues in our lives being overlooked, such as substance abuse, depression or overwhelming stress?" No single set of answers to these questions works for everyone, but together we will find new ideas and ways to ease your pain and make things better. I don't take sides. What ever the issues are, the process of healing and repair starts by getting some help. I am Medicare certified.
Anxiety, depression, loneliness and grief from life stressors can increase tension and conflict in your relationships. You may wonder, "Does marriage counseling or therapy in general work?" "What are the signs a couple should get a counselor?" "Are other issues in our lives being overlooked, such as substance abuse, depression or overwhelming stress?" No single set of answers to these questions works for everyone, but together we will find new ideas and ways to ease your pain and make things better. I don't take sides. What ever the issues are, the process of healing and repair starts by getting some help. I am Medicare certified.
Amy Lynn Hanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66207
Love and nurturing are the cornerstones of my practice. From my youngest clients to my oldest, I believe that a positive connection in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere encourages and empowers the children, families and adults I work with to heal and grow from the inside out! My focus for the past 13 years of my career has been on supporting children, families and individuals to reconnect with each other and themselves in a way that enhances their sense of peace, joy and fulfillment.
Love and nurturing are the cornerstones of my practice. From my youngest clients to my oldest, I believe that a positive connection in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere encourages and empowers the children, families and adults I work with to heal and grow from the inside out! My focus for the past 13 years of my career has been on supporting children, families and individuals to reconnect with each other and themselves in a way that enhances their sense of peace, joy and fulfillment.
KC Counseling Studio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Prairie Village, KS 66208
My therapeutic style is ideal for clients looking to reconnect with themselves on all levels. Clients should come curious about identifying emotional and psychological blocks, as well as where trauma, tension, anxiety, or depression is stored in the physical body. I specialize in treating people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, illness, death, sexual assault survivors, and bi-polar. I frequently work with women who are trying to stabilize their body and mind after childbirth, trauma, or menapause. All are welcome.
My therapeutic style is ideal for clients looking to reconnect with themselves on all levels. Clients should come curious about identifying emotional and psychological blocks, as well as where trauma, tension, anxiety, or depression is stored in the physical body. I specialize in treating people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, illness, death, sexual assault survivors, and bi-polar. I frequently work with women who are trying to stabilize their body and mind after childbirth, trauma, or menapause. All are welcome.
Katie Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66223
The decision to seek counseling can be overwhelming. Finding the right fit and feeling like you are in a safe space can sometimes be a challenge. My goal as a therapist is to create a place where clients feel empowered, secure, and seen. I utilize an integrative counseling approach which allows me to tailor your treatment to your unique needs.
The decision to seek counseling can be overwhelming. Finding the right fit and feeling like you are in a safe space can sometimes be a challenge. My goal as a therapist is to create a place where clients feel empowered, secure, and seen. I utilize an integrative counseling approach which allows me to tailor your treatment to your unique needs.
Paula Acheson
Art Therapist, MS, ATR, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66212
Living to your fullest potential will take courage, but it can be fun. If you work better with your hands or want to get back into your body and on your feet, take some time to focus on and leave behind negative thoughts. You will find this is a safe place to use as a springboard for setting a more positive tone in your life. You may even connect with others who are lifetime learners. Flourishing doesn't happen alone. It doesn't take a hammer to bloom.
Living to your fullest potential will take courage, but it can be fun. If you work better with your hands or want to get back into your body and on your feet, take some time to focus on and leave behind negative thoughts. You will find this is a safe place to use as a springboard for setting a more positive tone in your life. You may even connect with others who are lifetime learners. Flourishing doesn't happen alone. It doesn't take a hammer to bloom.
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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.