Hannah “Scout” DeSimio
LMSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
1310 NW Vivion Rd., Suite 102, Kansas City, MO 64118
Let's Connect (816) 675-4489
Sometimes life is like putting furniture together: you have all the pieces, but it can be confusing to know where to start or how to fit everything together. The instructions can be unclear. You may be grappling with self-acceptance, feeling in control, interpersonal conflict, or the weight of past experiences. You need a space to understand yourself better and find your voice, and you desire a path toward a more fulfilling life—one where you can embrace your true identity and move beyond feelings of shame.
I view therapy as a collaborative project. My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)—like having a well-stocked toolbox tailored to your unique needs. Together, we can select the right tools to address both your challenges and aspirations.
I admire the strength it has taken you to begin to seek support. My experience in the field for the last decade has shown me the incredible strength that lies within you. I’m here to work alongside you so that you can build the life you know you deserve. So, if you’re ready to pick up the right tools to build healing and growth, I invite you to reach out.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Couple Sessions $120
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Aetna
- Ambetter
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Health Net
- Medicaid
- Optum
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Missouri / 2024027412 Supervised by Nicholas Simons-Bracken (Missouri / 2017011987) Hannah DeSimio
- Attended University of Missouri - Kansas City, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2024
- Membership with Phi Alpha Honor Society for Social Work 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Integrative