Therapists in Kansas

Trauma, anxiety, and OCD can impact every aspect of a man's life. Maybe your flashbacks and nightmares make it hard to show up for your family, or maybe you can't stop your thoughts long enough to concentrate at work. Maybe what happened to you makes you feel like less of a man, even though you know that it wasn't your fault. Or maybe your OCD is so crippling that you can't move forward in life. No matter how hard you try, it seems like you can't live up to the expectations you have for yourself.

I know the nervousness and fear of starting your child in therapy feels so big. That makes complete sense, but just imagine how amazing the relief will feel after the fear melts. I am over-the-top passionate about helping caregivers and kids alike go from a place of stress and survival to inspired and thriving. I use Play Therapy to empower children to become more aware, intentional, and courageous as we unpack their struggles. I also give caregivers the skills they need to be effective and confident in their parenting. I love being both a cheerleader and a compass as families navigate the mess and magic life throws at them.

I believe emotional balance and connection are the keys to healing and wellbeing. Sometimes, we can feel stuck or lost and I'm here to provide a supportive space to work through life's difficulties. Seeing a therapist does not mean you are broken, it means that you value living a life where you can flourish.

Do you find that you regularly battle with your body and brain? Second guessing what to say, ashamed of your body, and judgmental of your thoughts? Do you utilize food to avoid emotionally or to force your body into a different look? Is trauma impacting your relationships? You are not alone. Health is not a static place to achieve that defines who you are as a person, rather it is a continuum we have that ebbs and flows as we engage in our lives. As we continue to strive for unachievable perfection, we end up with intrusive, ruminative negative thoughts and in a constant power struggle with our brain and body.

Are you an adult looking for help with Affair or Divorce Recovery, anxiety, career questions, or depression? Does your marriage need help recovering from infidelity? I offer daytime and evening hours. Do you have parenting issues that are frustrating you and just need some direction? Are you looking for pre-marital preparation or inner healing of past trauma? I also provide equine-assisted psychotherapy (therapy done by interacting with horses). Equine therapy is done offsite at a nearby location.

Encounter Freedom Therapy Center is a medium sized group practice and Trauma Center. We are committed to walking with our clients as they find healing in our safe, affordable, and understanding environment. All of our therapists are professionally trained, master level therapists (LSCSW, LCP, LCMFT, and TLMFT ), who are committed to continually growing through cutting-edge trainings. As our client, our therapists will walk with you and your family in a relatable and safe way that achieves your personal goals. Our therapists are skilled in working with families, individuals, children, and couples.

I believe in trying differently, rather than harder. Parenting children who are neurodivergent (ADHD, FASD, Autism, Developmental Trauma) can be overwhelming, especially if a parent is too! Children can struggle with healthy attachment, viewing every person and situation through a "survival' lens of distrust, often engaging in undesirable behavior to try to establish feeling in control, safe, and connected. They may struggle with processing and verbalizing or emotional regulation. Parents may struggle with regulation and connection in the face of challenging behavior. We all do well when we have the necessary skills to do so!

Addressing the specific needs or goals of the client is the primary goal in my therapy sessions. Assessment might include focusing on anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment, loss, and relationship health including marriage and parenting. Premarital assessment and therapy as well as marriage therapy and enrichment are important aspects of my therapy skill set. My life experiences of long term marriage, parenting, grandparenting and the desire to assist in healthy relationships direct my therapy.

Tara works as a therapist to service individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. She earned her Master’s degree from Friends University in Marriage and Family Therapy. She began her career working at South Central Mental Health in Andover, KS, before transitioning into private practice in 2013.

Hi! I’m Kate! I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am an EMDR certified therapist. I feel passionately about helping clients process their trauma so they can move on with their lives and experience true healing and hope. I want to come alongside you and your family and help to heal relational issues and past trauma.

Welcome. So glad you stopped by :) Feeling challenged, depressive, anxious, or unsupported? If so, I'd feel privileged to walk alongside you in your journey of self-discovery & healing. I'm extremely passionate about working w/ my clients & believe my passion shines through, creating an effective, empathetic therapeutic relationship. I am highly skilled in anxiety, mood, personality, anxiety, addiction disorders, PTSD, and relationship challenges. Too often, we don't place our well-being as a priority, but we SHOULD, because it WILL make a difference in your life. My focus is ALWAYS on YOU b/c YOU are who matters the most!!! :)

I believe everyone has the capability to create their own desired change and that everyone could use a little help along the way to achieve that change. I utilize warmth and authenticity to meet clients where they are in their growth and help identify and work towards the future they desire. I am honored to walk with people as they process through the difficulties of life and achieve their goals.

Are you feeling trapped, anxious or depressed? You're certainly not alone. Many of us carry within untold stories of trauma and limiting beliefs that keep us stuck. Unresolved emotions can take a toll on both mental and physical well-being. Regardless of where you are or how far you've veered off your desired path, you have the capacity to start anew. As the saying goes, "If you can change your mind, you can change your life." By learning how to communicate with your mind, universal principals and your human potential, I can assist you in living a life that aligns with your aspirations, filled with purpose and significance.

I believe so many of us experience times in our lives when we need extra help adjusting to life transitions, facing new challenges or healing hurts from the past. I really enjoy working with both teens and adults. I have extensive experience in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, unhealthy relationships, marital problems, behavior issues, family conflict and more.

I understand every person’s story and situation is unique and valid. I'm intentional about developing trust and creating a judgment free space. I view counseling as a collaborative process where my primary goal is to meet you at whatever point in your journey you are today. I’m a life-long learner - I stay up to date with the most effective relationship & trauma therapy techniques as a CEU consumer and an adjunct instructor. I teach master’s level couple & family therapy courses. I practice Gottman Method Couples Therapy, which integrates empirical evidence on what makes love last.

My clients benefit from a powerful combination of evidence-based technique and a nurturing presence to heal past wounds, process lingering effects of trauma, loss or abuse and can restore healthy relationships and experience a sense of wholeness. I am devoted to serving others through connection and warmth with non judgmental guidance. Through commitment to genuine acceptance and perceptive insight, I help identify the impact of life issues and a variety of mental health concerns. As a passionate and professional Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families. My approach emphasizes repair, rediscovery of choice and hope.

Hello there! I am so glad you have found me along your journey to achieving your goals or finding more peace and fulfillment in your life. I firmly believe that continual growth as a person is imperative to a full and peaceful life. I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. I obtained my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Friends University in 2016. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, families, and children 13+ in achieving their own mental and emotional goals. Some issues I enjoy working with are issues related to, intimacy, postpartum, gender sex therapy, anxiety, depression and Tics/Tourette.

I provide individual, couple and family therapy and specialize in teenagers and adults. I conceptualize concerns through an attachment and family systems perspective and apply solutions. I value evidence-based theories and interventions and holistic treatment getting to the root of the concerns. This brain based approach helps heal trauma, addictions, mood disorders and relationships. I have advanced training in emotionally focused therapy and Gottman Institute couples therapy. I have practiced in inpatient and outpatient settings and own a group therapy private practice. I look forward to helping you grow!

I utilize an integrative approach to therapy. My primary treatment approach is client centered therapy which allow me to follow my clients lead in session. This approach also assists clients with self-actualization and growth. One of the most important primary needs of individuals is to have secure emotional attachments. Therefore, I utilize a systems approach and attachment processes in my work with couples and families. I have a special interest in working with veterans and active duty military couples and families.