Therapists in Manhattan, KS
Melissa Greer
Marriage & Family Therapist, T-LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan, KS 66502
Hello there! My name is Melissa (or you can call me Mel!) and in my therapeutic work, I strive to create a safe, empathic, warm, non-judgmental, and genuine environment for all my clients. I take a human-to-human approach that is authentic, real, and personable. I come from a lens of self-compassion, trauma-focused, sex-positive, anti-racist, LGBTQIA + affirming, and systems perspective.
Hello there! My name is Melissa (or you can call me Mel!) and in my therapeutic work, I strive to create a safe, empathic, warm, non-judgmental, and genuine environment for all my clients. I take a human-to-human approach that is authentic, real, and personable. I come from a lens of self-compassion, trauma-focused, sex-positive, anti-racist, LGBTQIA + affirming, and systems perspective.
Aletheia Therapy Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCAC, CFLE
Verified Verified
Manhattan, KS 66502
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma is common and over half of all people will have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. It does not have to continue to disrupt life. My mission is to help people find their power again and move past their trauma so they can live their best life in accordance with their values and goals and fully live and enjoy their lives. I use trauma informed care first and foremost along with a blend of other modalities in order to help clients find their own strength in managing their symptoms, learning self-compassion, and regaining their internal locus of control.
Trauma is common and over half of all people will have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. It does not have to continue to disrupt life. My mission is to help people find their power again and move past their trauma so they can live their best life in accordance with their values and goals and fully live and enjoy their lives. I use trauma informed care first and foremost along with a blend of other modalities in order to help clients find their own strength in managing their symptoms, learning self-compassion, and regaining their internal locus of control.
Tychelle Schi'erre Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Manhattan, KS 66502 (Online Only)
“I believe everyone deserves a chance; a chance at happiness, a chance at love, a chance at life, any CHANCE! I find extreme purpose as I assist individuals to find what satisfies them as well as presented barriers, restrictions, and issues faced in their journey. I strive to support them in finding peace and finding their own purpose.” My personal choices have lead me towards a career of advocacy and service on behalf of the abused, neglected and traumatized due to family violence and sexual assault. “Whatever issue you may be facing, you do not have to do so alone. Allow me to join you on the journey to find the Greater in YOU!”
“I believe everyone deserves a chance; a chance at happiness, a chance at love, a chance at life, any CHANCE! I find extreme purpose as I assist individuals to find what satisfies them as well as presented barriers, restrictions, and issues faced in their journey. I strive to support them in finding peace and finding their own purpose.” My personal choices have lead me towards a career of advocacy and service on behalf of the abused, neglected and traumatized due to family violence and sexual assault. “Whatever issue you may be facing, you do not have to do so alone. Allow me to join you on the journey to find the Greater in YOU!”
Joyce Baptist, Flint Hills Trauma Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan, KS 66502
Not accepting new clients
Trauma can make you constantly feel on guard and disrupt your ability to live life to its fullest. I work with clients presenting with a range of trauma, past, and present. My trauma-informed treatment approach integrates the unique aspects of your culture and explores how societal assumptions and minority stress impact your life and those you care about. I provide collaborative and culturally-affirmative care and serve as an accomplice, putting allyship into practice. My goal is to help you heal from trauma and gain control of your life, where you feel empowered to make decisions that benefit you and those important to you.
Trauma can make you constantly feel on guard and disrupt your ability to live life to its fullest. I work with clients presenting with a range of trauma, past, and present. My trauma-informed treatment approach integrates the unique aspects of your culture and explores how societal assumptions and minority stress impact your life and those you care about. I provide collaborative and culturally-affirmative care and serve as an accomplice, putting allyship into practice. My goal is to help you heal from trauma and gain control of your life, where you feel empowered to make decisions that benefit you and those important to you.
Codi J Benologa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan, KS 66502
Not accepting new clients
Have you tried coping on your own but found that it's not helping? Maybe you don't know how to get back to your old self again and you are realizing it is time for some support. You need something to change. Is your mental health affecting your relationships, responsibilities, daily life and overall well-being? Maybe this difficult season has evolved into a pattern of anxiety or stress. Or perhaps you are someone who has struggled with anxiety or stress for years.
Have you tried coping on your own but found that it's not helping? Maybe you don't know how to get back to your old self again and you are realizing it is time for some support. You need something to change. Is your mental health affecting your relationships, responsibilities, daily life and overall well-being? Maybe this difficult season has evolved into a pattern of anxiety or stress. Or perhaps you are someone who has struggled with anxiety or stress for years.
Online Therapists
Bob Diehl
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Lawrence, KS 66047
Waitlist for new clients
At my core, I am inspired by feminist, multicultural, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches to healing that seek to interrupt systems of oppression that impact you.
My approach to mental health counseling and high performance psychology does not focus simply on symptom reduction (i.e., removing difficulty), but rather aspires to honor what is good and right about you, and what makes each day worth living according to your beliefs, identities, values, and enriching relationships. My aim is to provide a space that invites exploration of challenging yet vital places of growth in the service of what is most important to you in your life. In particular, I have passions supporting people's resilience to shame, perfectionism, and anxiety.
At my core, I am inspired by feminist, multicultural, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches to healing that seek to interrupt systems of oppression that impact you.
My approach to mental health counseling and high performance psychology does not focus simply on symptom reduction (i.e., removing difficulty), but rather aspires to honor what is good and right about you, and what makes each day worth living according to your beliefs, identities, values, and enriching relationships. My aim is to provide a space that invites exploration of challenging yet vital places of growth in the service of what is most important to you in your life. In particular, I have passions supporting people's resilience to shame, perfectionism, and anxiety.
Nadina Goddard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lawrence, KS 66044 (Online Only)
Often times, I’ve noticed that people seeking therapy already intuitively know what they want, or even what their potential solutions may be – before stepping foot inside my office. What they may lack is the support towards making those desires a reality. That’s why my therapeutic approach is collaborative and centered around strengthening your voice and choice in your life. I won’t stand in front of you to pull you in this direction, or behind you, to push you in another; but rather you can find me walking beside you serving as your rock and partner in healing.
Often times, I’ve noticed that people seeking therapy already intuitively know what they want, or even what their potential solutions may be – before stepping foot inside my office. What they may lack is the support towards making those desires a reality. That’s why my therapeutic approach is collaborative and centered around strengthening your voice and choice in your life. I won’t stand in front of you to pull you in this direction, or behind you, to push you in another; but rather you can find me walking beside you serving as your rock and partner in healing.
Zoe Anne Theobald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Lawrence, KS 66049
I enjoy assisting people of all ages adjusting to life transitions or dealing with interpersonal distress, depression, anxiety, grief, gender identity, sexuality, confidence or esteem concerns, alongside many other socioemotional and behavioral difficulties. Using empowerment and strengths, I'm passionate about assisting clients in finding their voice, determining their wants and needs, and developing confidence in making effective changes.
I enjoy assisting people of all ages adjusting to life transitions or dealing with interpersonal distress, depression, anxiety, grief, gender identity, sexuality, confidence or esteem concerns, alongside many other socioemotional and behavioral difficulties. Using empowerment and strengths, I'm passionate about assisting clients in finding their voice, determining their wants and needs, and developing confidence in making effective changes.
Anaif Counseling and Assessment Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LMAC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Topeka, KS 66604 (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Social Worker who believes in helping individuals, families and groups achieve their greatest potential, through self empowerment, coping skills and self determination.
I am a Clinical Social Worker who believes in helping individuals, families and groups achieve their greatest potential, through self empowerment, coping skills and self determination.
Cheryl L Nussbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lawrence, KS 66044
After a career of more than thirty years I believe therapy can be an adventure enhancing physical, emotional and spiritual well being. In addition to teaching clients how to determine life goals, and take small steps to reach them, I encourage creative expression through journaling, dream interpretation, the study of Myers-Briggs personality types and the Enneagram. A favorite book of mine is, "Women Who Run With the Wolves," by Clarissa Estes'.
After a career of more than thirty years I believe therapy can be an adventure enhancing physical, emotional and spiritual well being. In addition to teaching clients how to determine life goals, and take small steps to reach them, I encourage creative expression through journaling, dream interpretation, the study of Myers-Briggs personality types and the Enneagram. A favorite book of mine is, "Women Who Run With the Wolves," by Clarissa Estes'.
Brenner Guess Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, AT, EMDR, QHHT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, KS 66109
Life is a journey, and during the inevitable times when rocky waters toss us around, it helps to have a person in your life who has successfully navigated the rivers, and made it to the other side, where the waters are calm and smooth. I have always been the person people opened up to about what was bothering them. I was born to witness your journey. I am a professionally trained counselor and art therapist. I want to help you understand what has gotten you to this point in your life and determine where to go from there.
Life is a journey, and during the inevitable times when rocky waters toss us around, it helps to have a person in your life who has successfully navigated the rivers, and made it to the other side, where the waters are calm and smooth. I have always been the person people opened up to about what was bothering them. I was born to witness your journey. I am a professionally trained counselor and art therapist. I want to help you understand what has gotten you to this point in your life and determine where to go from there.
Kathryn Hanson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenexa, KS 66219
Everyone has an inner strength and I view it as my job to guide you in finding and using this strength to begin living a life you enjoy living. I take a collaborative approach to therapy with the use of acceptance, optimism, and enthusiasm. My focus is supporting children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing eating disorders, depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationships, and life adjustments. As a family therapist, I have a unique perspective for supporting and encouraging each family member while addressing the concern that initiated therapy. I encourage self-compassion and self-understanding in all therapy practices.
Everyone has an inner strength and I view it as my job to guide you in finding and using this strength to begin living a life you enjoy living. I take a collaborative approach to therapy with the use of acceptance, optimism, and enthusiasm. My focus is supporting children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing eating disorders, depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationships, and life adjustments. As a family therapist, I have a unique perspective for supporting and encouraging each family member while addressing the concern that initiated therapy. I encourage self-compassion and self-understanding in all therapy practices.
Andrea Summey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lawrence, KS 66049
Immediate openings! In my opinion, a personal style of therapy that is relatable, creative, and fun often helps clients get through those hard conversations about their personal struggles. That is why this has always been my approach with children, teens or adult clients. Whether you or your child are struggling with gender/sexuality identity, anxiety, depression, ADHD, negative self-image, behavioral disorders, disordered eating behaviors, trauma recovery, or other mental health concerns, I strive to be a positive addition to your support system and help you to achieve your personal goals.
Immediate openings! In my opinion, a personal style of therapy that is relatable, creative, and fun often helps clients get through those hard conversations about their personal struggles. That is why this has always been my approach with children, teens or adult clients. Whether you or your child are struggling with gender/sexuality identity, anxiety, depression, ADHD, negative self-image, behavioral disorders, disordered eating behaviors, trauma recovery, or other mental health concerns, I strive to be a positive addition to your support system and help you to achieve your personal goals.
Deeply Rooted Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, KS 67114
It is a beautiful thing to sit with another and provide empathetic listening and compassion. I provide open and honest reflections and I ask for the same from those that share space and time with me. Curiosity and compassion makes the space I share with others incredibly sacred. My therapy is rooted in understanding and growth and I believe that the therapist and client can grow together and learn from one another. I truly look forward to meeting you!
It is a beautiful thing to sit with another and provide empathetic listening and compassion. I provide open and honest reflections and I ask for the same from those that share space and time with me. Curiosity and compassion makes the space I share with others incredibly sacred. My therapy is rooted in understanding and growth and I believe that the therapist and client can grow together and learn from one another. I truly look forward to meeting you!
Emily Feingold
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lawrence, KS 66046
It takes bravery to start the journey from struggle and pain toward insight, wisdom, and healing. I am committed to assisting you in making gift to yourself and your community. We hear a lot about post-traumatic stress, but it's also very important to invite post-traumatic growth. If the hard knocks of life stay unaddressed - words unspoken, questions unasked, feelings unnamed and unexpressed - we lose our vitality and become limited to negative patterns. A therapeutic alliance can transform and liberate.
It takes bravery to start the journey from struggle and pain toward insight, wisdom, and healing. I am committed to assisting you in making gift to yourself and your community. We hear a lot about post-traumatic stress, but it's also very important to invite post-traumatic growth. If the hard knocks of life stay unaddressed - words unspoken, questions unasked, feelings unnamed and unexpressed - we lose our vitality and become limited to negative patterns. A therapeutic alliance can transform and liberate.
River Ledet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Lawrence, KS 66044
What does it mean to feel safety and connection? As individuals we strive to have our social, emotional, and physical needs met. We strive to advocate for equity with ourselves, friends, families, and societal systems. The journey towards safety and connection can be overwhelming, tiresome, and different for each person. Have you ever pondered questions like… where do I start? When was a time I felt safety and connection? Do I feel whole? If you have asked yourself or other’s the above question, you might be ready to start to find those answers for yourself.
What does it mean to feel safety and connection? As individuals we strive to have our social, emotional, and physical needs met. We strive to advocate for equity with ourselves, friends, families, and societal systems. The journey towards safety and connection can be overwhelming, tiresome, and different for each person. Have you ever pondered questions like… where do I start? When was a time I felt safety and connection? Do I feel whole? If you have asked yourself or other’s the above question, you might be ready to start to find those answers for yourself.
Alternative Access Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Topeka, KS 66606 (Online Only)
Our clients often identify as LGBTQIAs2+ / Queer, Non-monogamous, sex positive or sex neutral, neurodivergence, and or disabled and living within Missouri or Kansas. However, identifying in these communities is not a requirement for services through AAC. Clients often start therapy to work on goals to learn more about identities, setting boundaries with others in their lives, opening up their relationship, learning more about themselves or others gender or sexual expression. Through individual, relationship, or family counseling we work to increase healthy communication based on our values, instead of assumed social norms.
Our clients often identify as LGBTQIAs2+ / Queer, Non-monogamous, sex positive or sex neutral, neurodivergence, and or disabled and living within Missouri or Kansas. However, identifying in these communities is not a requirement for services through AAC. Clients often start therapy to work on goals to learn more about identities, setting boundaries with others in their lives, opening up their relationship, learning more about themselves or others gender or sexual expression. Through individual, relationship, or family counseling we work to increase healthy communication based on our values, instead of assumed social norms.
Tori Sander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Salina, KS 67401
Hello and welcome, I’m Tori. I believe that at certain times in our lives we need extra support to help us create the lives we want to live and heal from circumstances that may have caused us pain. I enjoy working with a variety of clients in reaching their full potential. I’m most experienced with teens, young adults, those pregnant and postpartum, new parents, and inclusive mental health. Whatever your experience or goals may be, your story is welcome here.
Hello and welcome, I’m Tori. I believe that at certain times in our lives we need extra support to help us create the lives we want to live and heal from circumstances that may have caused us pain. I enjoy working with a variety of clients in reaching their full potential. I’m most experienced with teens, young adults, those pregnant and postpartum, new parents, and inclusive mental health. Whatever your experience or goals may be, your story is welcome here.
Micaela Sands
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Lawrence, KS 66044
“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.
“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.
Sherry J Descoteaux
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LMAC, FFT, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salina, KS 67401 (Online Only)
My philosophy in working with individual, couples and families is to provide a safe environment that enable individuals feel free to express their emotions, feelings and work at solutions, conflicts stress and life changes. I work from a strengths perspective and family systems theory. I have experience with ages 10 to 90. Some of my areas of expertise are Grief and Loss, Sexual Addictions, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and PTSD, Sexual, Emotional and Physical abuse. Drug and Alcohol Assessments, SASSI, ASI, KCPC, Individual and Group Therapy for Addictions.
My philosophy in working with individual, couples and families is to provide a safe environment that enable individuals feel free to express their emotions, feelings and work at solutions, conflicts stress and life changes. I work from a strengths perspective and family systems theory. I have experience with ages 10 to 90. Some of my areas of expertise are Grief and Loss, Sexual Addictions, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and PTSD, Sexual, Emotional and Physical abuse. Drug and Alcohol Assessments, SASSI, ASI, KCPC, Individual and Group Therapy for Addictions.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.