Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Kansas City, KS

I utilize many theories such as CBT, DBT, Reality, Holistic, Solution-Focused, multi-cultural approaches and integrative therapies to create a Person-Centered approach that will work individually with your needs.
My focus is to help you heal, help you empower yourself and become aware of your inner strengths. This is a neutral and safe space for you to re-connect with yourself and help you adjust to the ever-changing world around you. A.N.N. Counseling will be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
I utilize many theories such as CBT, DBT, Reality, Holistic, Solution-Focused, multi-cultural approaches and integrative therapies to create a Person-Centered approach that will work individually with your needs.
My focus is to help you heal, help you empower yourself and become aware of your inner strengths. This is a neutral and safe space for you to re-connect with yourself and help you adjust to the ever-changing world around you. A.N.N. Counseling will be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.

I create a safe therapeutic space for my clients to sit and process their feelings, emotions and cognitive distortions.
I specialize in providing therapy for individuals experiencing Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD's). Clients I meet with are typically experiencing exhaustion, lack of motivation, low self-esteem and trouble bonding with their child(ren).
I create a safe therapeutic space for my clients to sit and process their feelings, emotions and cognitive distortions.
I specialize in providing therapy for individuals experiencing Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMAD's). Clients I meet with are typically experiencing exhaustion, lack of motivation, low self-esteem and trouble bonding with their child(ren).

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the most used treatment modality at Core Life Therapy.
Does addressing your mental health needs seem overwhelming and frightening? Are you or someone you love suffering from depression, low self-esteem, eating disorders, PTSD or any form of Trauma? If so, allow me the opportunity to provide you professional support as you navigate the path to a life that is fulfilling to you. I specialize in assisting individuals, and families with confronting the stigmas and trauma that keep them from engaging in services that attend to their mental and behavioral health needs. Let's work together as you travel the path to a new you, by gaining clarity and learning new skills to refill your toolbox.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the most used treatment modality at Core Life Therapy.
Does addressing your mental health needs seem overwhelming and frightening? Are you or someone you love suffering from depression, low self-esteem, eating disorders, PTSD or any form of Trauma? If so, allow me the opportunity to provide you professional support as you navigate the path to a life that is fulfilling to you. I specialize in assisting individuals, and families with confronting the stigmas and trauma that keep them from engaging in services that attend to their mental and behavioral health needs. Let's work together as you travel the path to a new you, by gaining clarity and learning new skills to refill your toolbox.

, ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
I provide office and equine-assisted therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. I hope to create a natural healing space and a sense of belonging for everyone. Equine-assisted therapy sessions typically occur inside a barn or outdoors in nature, with the use of horses and other natural resources.
, ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
I provide office and equine-assisted therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults. I hope to create a natural healing space and a sense of belonging for everyone. Equine-assisted therapy sessions typically occur inside a barn or outdoors in nature, with the use of horses and other natural resources.

Through the use of evidenced based research in cognitive behavioral therapy, my counseling services seek to collaborate with you in not only identifying the problems disturbing your quality of life – but also fortifying you with tools and skills that strengthen your self awareness, self esteem, and ability to self actualize.
Are disruptive and unwanted thoughts invading your mind? Does guilt and shame keep you isolated and lonely? Are you constantly and easily agitated or irritable without understanding why? Is hostility and self-sabotage ruining your relationships? Do you feel the incessant need to brace and protect yourself against things and people posing a threat to you in some way? I offer services that address all sorts of issues, distresses and disorders, focusing on trauma processing and recovery as a treatment approach, targeting precipitating events, memories, and triggers impacting our thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
Through the use of evidenced based research in cognitive behavioral therapy, my counseling services seek to collaborate with you in not only identifying the problems disturbing your quality of life – but also fortifying you with tools and skills that strengthen your self awareness, self esteem, and ability to self actualize.
Are disruptive and unwanted thoughts invading your mind? Does guilt and shame keep you isolated and lonely? Are you constantly and easily agitated or irritable without understanding why? Is hostility and self-sabotage ruining your relationships? Do you feel the incessant need to brace and protect yourself against things and people posing a threat to you in some way? I offer services that address all sorts of issues, distresses and disorders, focusing on trauma processing and recovery as a treatment approach, targeting precipitating events, memories, and triggers impacting our thoughts, feelings and behaviors.

CBT is best for anxiety, play therapy is best for kids, experiential exercises can be used to uncover what is hidden underneath.
At all stages of life, a little work on the heart can become necessary. I see children in the context of play where they are free to express themselves most fully. They work out their problems by gaining independence and strengthening their self-esteem in a play room setting. I provide tools for teens to strengthen their identity and foster healthy relationships. I offer understanding and hope to women who have been betrayed by a spouse and/or have suffered from the painful effects of pornography and sexual addiction. The addiction/co-addition cycle can be overcome.
CBT is best for anxiety, play therapy is best for kids, experiential exercises can be used to uncover what is hidden underneath.
At all stages of life, a little work on the heart can become necessary. I see children in the context of play where they are free to express themselves most fully. They work out their problems by gaining independence and strengthening their self-esteem in a play room setting. I provide tools for teens to strengthen their identity and foster healthy relationships. I offer understanding and hope to women who have been betrayed by a spouse and/or have suffered from the painful effects of pornography and sexual addiction. The addiction/co-addition cycle can be overcome.

My approach to counseling is trauma informed with roots in cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT) and attachment theory.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my wife and three children as well as playing music and various sports.
My approach to counseling is trauma informed with roots in cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT) and attachment theory.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my wife and three children as well as playing music and various sports.

I use evidence-based approaches to help you live trauma-free, like EMDR, TF- CBT, Play Therapy, and more.
Imagina como sería vivir sin ansiedad, depresión o trauma? Buscar terapia es el primer paso valiente, y estoy aquí honrada de poder apoyarle en su camino de sanidad. Ya sea que esté lidiando con trauma, atravesando cambios complejos en la vida como separación o problemas de inmigración, o buscando apoyo para niños o familias, no tiene que hacerlo sola(o).
Entiendo lo desafiante que puede ser enfrentar emociones difíciles, y con 14 años de experiencia como terapeuta, me honra proporcionarle un espacio cómodo, confidencial y libre de juicios donde pueda explorar y sanar.
I use evidence-based approaches to help you live trauma-free, like EMDR, TF- CBT, Play Therapy, and more.
Imagina como sería vivir sin ansiedad, depresión o trauma? Buscar terapia es el primer paso valiente, y estoy aquí honrada de poder apoyarle en su camino de sanidad. Ya sea que esté lidiando con trauma, atravesando cambios complejos en la vida como separación o problemas de inmigración, o buscando apoyo para niños o familias, no tiene que hacerlo sola(o).
Entiendo lo desafiante que puede ser enfrentar emociones difíciles, y con 14 años de experiencia como terapeuta, me honra proporcionarle un espacio cómodo, confidencial y libre de juicios donde pueda explorar y sanar.

I provide treatment practices including person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, working with trauma as well.
I am the owner of Soul Purpose Counseling LLC and I am an African American, Christian counselor who specializes in therapy for children, teens, and young adults. I have worked in education to meet the needs of students and I am committed to helping clients reach their goals. I want clients to feel empowered and understood through my counseling services. I am here to support clients in whatever way I can for their continued success. I am operating strictly under Telehealth services at the moment for the health and safety of all.
I provide treatment practices including person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, working with trauma as well.
I am the owner of Soul Purpose Counseling LLC and I am an African American, Christian counselor who specializes in therapy for children, teens, and young adults. I have worked in education to meet the needs of students and I am committed to helping clients reach their goals. I want clients to feel empowered and understood through my counseling services. I am here to support clients in whatever way I can for their continued success. I am operating strictly under Telehealth services at the moment for the health and safety of all.

With more than 10 years of experience using techniques across Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy, I will join your healthcare journey by focusing on your goals for coping and managing your mental health concerns.
Life can be very busy and it can be hard to fit in taking care of yourself. I can help accommodate your busy schedule and offer evening counseling sessions.
With more than 10 years of experience using techniques across Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy, I will join your healthcare journey by focusing on your goals for coping and managing your mental health concerns.
Life can be very busy and it can be hard to fit in taking care of yourself. I can help accommodate your busy schedule and offer evening counseling sessions.

Lauren primarily uses CBT ( Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) & mindfulness with her clients to help them learn to recognize what thoughts, patterns & behaviors are not moving them in the direction of their goals, & aims to help them learn how they can create new ones that will better serve them.
Lauren Glass is a LSCSW in Kansas & LCSW in Missouri with over 10 years of clinical therapy experience working with individuals & groups, from adolescents & adults to older adults, working through trauma, crisis management, safety planning, domestic violence, adjustment to life events, grief, anxiety, depression, mood struggles, couples, relationship, parenting & other family issues. Lauren’s goal is to provide a warm, safe, inviting, confidential space to notice where clients feel stuck & work on creating a lasting path forward with accessible tools & techniques to help them feel more balanced, empowered & regulated.
Lauren primarily uses CBT ( Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) & mindfulness with her clients to help them learn to recognize what thoughts, patterns & behaviors are not moving them in the direction of their goals, & aims to help them learn how they can create new ones that will better serve them.
Lauren Glass is a LSCSW in Kansas & LCSW in Missouri with over 10 years of clinical therapy experience working with individuals & groups, from adolescents & adults to older adults, working through trauma, crisis management, safety planning, domestic violence, adjustment to life events, grief, anxiety, depression, mood struggles, couples, relationship, parenting & other family issues. Lauren’s goal is to provide a warm, safe, inviting, confidential space to notice where clients feel stuck & work on creating a lasting path forward with accessible tools & techniques to help them feel more balanced, empowered & regulated.

Drawing from modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), mindfulness, and emotionally focused therapy, I tailor our work to meet your unique needs.
I am dedicated to helping clients navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based support. I specialize in working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and struggling with coping strategies. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I believe therapy is a space where you should feel safe to explore your thoughts and feelings, gain deeper insight, and build the tools you need to heal and grow. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or facing difficult transitions, I’m here to help you move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Drawing from modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), mindfulness, and emotionally focused therapy, I tailor our work to meet your unique needs.
I am dedicated to helping clients navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based support. I specialize in working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and struggling with coping strategies. My approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I believe therapy is a space where you should feel safe to explore your thoughts and feelings, gain deeper insight, and build the tools you need to heal and grow. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or facing difficult transitions, I’m here to help you move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

I work with clients using theories which sound like tests you take to get into college - ACT, DBT, CBT.
If you are a human person looking to improve and understand your experiences with living, I am here to help. Whether this is your first experience with counseling or you are well-seasoned in the ways of talk therapy, I'm glad you are exploring the idea. Counseling can and will help work through things like depression, anxiety, trauma, body image issues, relationship concerns, general dissatisfaction with life, and numerous other bumps in the road.
I work with clients using theories which sound like tests you take to get into college - ACT, DBT, CBT.
If you are a human person looking to improve and understand your experiences with living, I am here to help. Whether this is your first experience with counseling or you are well-seasoned in the ways of talk therapy, I'm glad you are exploring the idea. Counseling can and will help work through things like depression, anxiety, trauma, body image issues, relationship concerns, general dissatisfaction with life, and numerous other bumps in the road.

Life can oftentimes be confusing and difficult, so as a therapist it is my job to offer support, knowledge, and skills to help process through self-doubt, trauma, and cognitive distortions that have often been ingrained from our childhood experiences.
I am an LPC (MO) and LCPC (KS) who specializes in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, military and first responder trauma, and LGBTQIA-related issues. Throughout my years as a clinician, I have learned that the best therapy is done when a positive connection and therapeutic trust can be built and maintained. I work to make therapy a safe place for clients to open up and feel supported and valued. Therapy can be intense and hard at times, I work to keep a positive balance between seriousness and humor. I am a person-centered therapist and I believe in encouraging and challenging my clients to grow.
Life can oftentimes be confusing and difficult, so as a therapist it is my job to offer support, knowledge, and skills to help process through self-doubt, trauma, and cognitive distortions that have often been ingrained from our childhood experiences.
I am an LPC (MO) and LCPC (KS) who specializes in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, military and first responder trauma, and LGBTQIA-related issues. Throughout my years as a clinician, I have learned that the best therapy is done when a positive connection and therapeutic trust can be built and maintained. I work to make therapy a safe place for clients to open up and feel supported and valued. Therapy can be intense and hard at times, I work to keep a positive balance between seriousness and humor. I am a person-centered therapist and I believe in encouraging and challenging my clients to grow.

I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
We all go through transitions in our lives and seeking help sorting things out can be very challenging and overwhelming. It is my role to listen while providing you a safe place to explore your feelings and why you think the way you do. Together we will develop strategies for making changes or coping with the status quo.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
We all go through transitions in our lives and seeking help sorting things out can be very challenging and overwhelming. It is my role to listen while providing you a safe place to explore your feelings and why you think the way you do. Together we will develop strategies for making changes or coping with the status quo.

I offer Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) as well as cognitive restructuring to help give greater context to the ruts your mind gets you stuck in.
I specialize in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, especially when the themes of intrusive thoughts are of a taboo and/or sexual nature. Feel terrified by thoughts of hurting people, accidentally or on purpose? Sexual crimes? Sexual orientation? Incest? Sacrilege? I can help. I promise, I don't judge and I understand what your OCD has been putting you through.
I offer Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) as well as cognitive restructuring to help give greater context to the ruts your mind gets you stuck in.
I specialize in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, especially when the themes of intrusive thoughts are of a taboo and/or sexual nature. Feel terrified by thoughts of hurting people, accidentally or on purpose? Sexual crimes? Sexual orientation? Incest? Sacrilege? I can help. I promise, I don't judge and I understand what your OCD has been putting you through.

I believe that YOU are the expert on YOU, and I am the expert in theory, cognitive flexibility, and behavior.
You appear strong and self-sufficient on the outside, but inside, you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, and unfulfilled. You long to feel joyful, motivated, and light again—but something just feels off. As a clinical mental health counselor, I help clients navigate this inner tension, reconnect with themselves, and rediscover their sense of clarity, humor, vibrance, control, success, and ease in their lives.
I believe that YOU are the expert on YOU, and I am the expert in theory, cognitive flexibility, and behavior.
You appear strong and self-sufficient on the outside, but inside, you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, and unfulfilled. You long to feel joyful, motivated, and light again—but something just feels off. As a clinical mental health counselor, I help clients navigate this inner tension, reconnect with themselves, and rediscover their sense of clarity, humor, vibrance, control, success, and ease in their lives.

CBT, DBT, ACT, narrative therapy, solution-focused, reality therapy, and more!
Andrea is an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA approved Consultant-in-training (CIT) specializing in trauma recovery and Equine-Assisted EMDR for PTS. Andrea has experience with inpatient hospital-based psychiatric and IOP counseling, medical social work, support program management, parent-provider advisory, emergency crisis intervention, bereavement support, family support for complex medical needs, veteran and first responder debriefing and stabilization with equine-assisted therapeutic modalities.
CBT, DBT, ACT, narrative therapy, solution-focused, reality therapy, and more!
Andrea is an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist and EMDRIA approved Consultant-in-training (CIT) specializing in trauma recovery and Equine-Assisted EMDR for PTS. Andrea has experience with inpatient hospital-based psychiatric and IOP counseling, medical social work, support program management, parent-provider advisory, emergency crisis intervention, bereavement support, family support for complex medical needs, veteran and first responder debriefing and stabilization with equine-assisted therapeutic modalities.

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, while integrating Christian counseling for those who desire faith-based support.
Are you feeling confused, frustrated, or concerned about challenges your child, loved one, or even yourself is facing at school, work, or home? Life can be full of ups and downs, and it's natural to need guidance during difficult times. As a psychologist with extensive experience in the school system and a deep understanding of individuals across the lifespan, I am here to help you navigate these challenges with clarity and care.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, while integrating Christian counseling for those who desire faith-based support.
Are you feeling confused, frustrated, or concerned about challenges your child, loved one, or even yourself is facing at school, work, or home? Life can be full of ups and downs, and it's natural to need guidance during difficult times. As a psychologist with extensive experience in the school system and a deep understanding of individuals across the lifespan, I am here to help you navigate these challenges with clarity and care.

I hold a LCPC and LPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in KS and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri) I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with a little mindfulness mentoring, motivational coaching, and an advocate of slowing things down.
It's about working to help all people experience the most this life has to offer. Over the years, I have assisted people in the areas of anxiety, depression, grief & loss, anger, couples, premarital & marital, and addiction.
I hold a LCPC and LPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in KS and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri) I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with a little mindfulness mentoring, motivational coaching, and an advocate of slowing things down.
It's about working to help all people experience the most this life has to offer. Over the years, I have assisted people in the areas of anxiety, depression, grief & loss, anger, couples, premarital & marital, and addiction.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.