Psychoanalytic Therapists in Kansas City, KS
Intervention Nation
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MAADCII, M-RSS, K-CPPS
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, KS 66102
Marla specializes in Family Interventions for any and all behaviors related to addiction. For 22+ years Marla has had the satisfaction of coaching, mentoring and re-integrating individuals, couples and families back into a new healthy, family system and/or community customized to the individuality and uniqueness of the family unit.
Our mission is to create the largest effort to date in order to enable the release of the forces that are keeping them stuck and to re-build the integrity of the individuals who reside within the potential family powerhouse.
Marla specializes in Family Interventions for any and all behaviors related to addiction. For 22+ years Marla has had the satisfaction of coaching, mentoring and re-integrating individuals, couples and families back into a new healthy, family system and/or community customized to the individuality and uniqueness of the family unit.
Our mission is to create the largest effort to date in order to enable the release of the forces that are keeping them stuck and to re-build the integrity of the individuals who reside within the potential family powerhouse.
Hi, my name is Laurel Brenner (Guess) and in my life I have found it 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.
Hi, my name is Laurel Brenner (Guess) and in my life I have found it 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.
If you are looking for acceptance, understanding, and an authentic, compassionate perspective in therapy you have found it. I am passionate, flexible, curious, non-judgmental and open in my work. I have found this helps me connect with the distressed, anxious, uncertain and yes "HOPEFUL" person that has taken the great leap of faith in seeking help for their child or for self.
If you are looking for acceptance, understanding, and an authentic, compassionate perspective in therapy you have found it. I am passionate, flexible, curious, non-judgmental and open in my work. I have found this helps me connect with the distressed, anxious, uncertain and yes "HOPEFUL" person that has taken the great leap of faith in seeking help for their child or for self.
Life can be messy at times. We can get overwhelmed by everyday events, unexpected surprises-both good and not so good- and the expectations of others around us. In some cases, we're still dealing with the past and can't even begin to solve today's issues.
Life can be messy at times. We can get overwhelmed by everyday events, unexpected surprises-both good and not so good- and the expectations of others around us. In some cases, we're still dealing with the past and can't even begin to solve today's issues.
I work with individuals who want to better manage anger, stress, conflict, and the pressures of everyday life. Many of my clients are professionals, partners, and parents who feel successful in some areas but recognize their reactions, communication, or emotional patterns are impacting their relationships.
Some clients come on their own looking for personal growth, while others are referred by courts, attorneys, or employers. Through honest conversations, accountability, and practical tools, we focus on building self-awareness, improving communication, and creating healthier responses.
I work with individuals who want to better manage anger, stress, conflict, and the pressures of everyday life. Many of my clients are professionals, partners, and parents who feel successful in some areas but recognize their reactions, communication, or emotional patterns are impacting their relationships.
Some clients come on their own looking for personal growth, while others are referred by courts, attorneys, or employers. Through honest conversations, accountability, and practical tools, we focus on building self-awareness, improving communication, and creating healthier responses.
I specialize working with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety and depressive issues, bipolar, as well as substance use disorders. I provide a judgment-free, supportive setting and aid the client in identifying their own inner strengths to help them find solutions to whatever difficulties they are experiencing. I want my clients to feel safe and valued. I provide quality services at a reasonable price on a virtual platform from the comfort and privacy of your own home. I am licensed to provide services in both Missouri and Kansas. I am also certified to provide substance use counseling throughout the United States.
I specialize working with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety and depressive issues, bipolar, as well as substance use disorders. I provide a judgment-free, supportive setting and aid the client in identifying their own inner strengths to help them find solutions to whatever difficulties they are experiencing. I want my clients to feel safe and valued. I provide quality services at a reasonable price on a virtual platform from the comfort and privacy of your own home. I am licensed to provide services in both Missouri and Kansas. I am also certified to provide substance use counseling throughout the United States.
Many people reach a point where stress, anxiety, or past experiences begin to feel overwhelming. Balancing work, school, relationships, and personal expectations can leave you feeling exhausted, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. You don’t have to navigate that alone.
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults reconnect with their inner strength and move toward healing, balance, and personal growth. In our work together, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can openly explore challenges, process difficult exper can find further information on these services by visiting my website traumaandbalance
Many people reach a point where stress, anxiety, or past experiences begin to feel overwhelming. Balancing work, school, relationships, and personal expectations can leave you feeling exhausted, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. You don’t have to navigate that alone.
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults reconnect with their inner strength and move toward healing, balance, and personal growth. In our work together, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can openly explore challenges, process difficult exper can find further information on these services by visiting my website traumaandbalance
I use an integrative approach, utilizing techniques from psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, parts work, Motivational Interviewing, somatic techniques, and some psychoanalytic frameworks to help clients recognize patterns, build resilience, and find a source of acceptance within the self.
I work with adults questioning their relationship with alcohol, a spiritual system that once felt supportive, or the direction of their life. This can create a feeling like for some that they don’t quite fit anywhere in the usual boxes. If this feel relevant for you, you may have outgrown something that once grounded you, and while things look “fine” on the outside, you feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure where life is headed. I work with those navigating in-between spaces where things don’t quite fit, even if they don’t fully understand it yet.
I use an integrative approach, utilizing techniques from psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, parts work, Motivational Interviewing, somatic techniques, and some psychoanalytic frameworks to help clients recognize patterns, build resilience, and find a source of acceptance within the self.
I work with adults questioning their relationship with alcohol, a spiritual system that once felt supportive, or the direction of their life. This can create a feeling like for some that they don’t quite fit anywhere in the usual boxes. If this feel relevant for you, you may have outgrown something that once grounded you, and while things look “fine” on the outside, you feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure where life is headed. I work with those navigating in-between spaces where things don’t quite fit, even if they don’t fully understand it yet.
We can talk about death. Or your Meemaw’s banana bread. Or both.
I’m a therapist who can hold the heavy stuff without becoming heavy. I work with adults (especially Elder Millennials and those older) dealing with life transitions: empty nesters, retirement, job changes, role changes, brides-to-be, peripartum, terminal and chronic illness, grief, burnout, spiritual questions, relocations, trauma and many more transitional phases and seasons. I believe humor belongs in the room. You don’t have to choose between depth and warmth here. I’m not overly clinical. I’m not surface-level either. Maybe slightly Gordon Ramsay + Mother Teresa.
We can talk about death. Or your Meemaw’s banana bread. Or both.
I’m a therapist who can hold the heavy stuff without becoming heavy. I work with adults (especially Elder Millennials and those older) dealing with life transitions: empty nesters, retirement, job changes, role changes, brides-to-be, peripartum, terminal and chronic illness, grief, burnout, spiritual questions, relocations, trauma and many more transitional phases and seasons. I believe humor belongs in the room. You don’t have to choose between depth and warmth here. I’m not overly clinical. I’m not surface-level either. Maybe slightly Gordon Ramsay + Mother Teresa.
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I utilize an integrative approach combining Neuropsychotherapy, CBT, Positive Psychology, Psychoanalytic therapies, and Polyvagal-informed modalities to help clients heal trauma, regulate the nervous system, build resilience, and improve emotional and biological well-being through practical, holistic treatment strategies.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Neuropsychotherapist, I use a neuroscience-informed and holistic approach to help clients heal trauma, regulate the nervous system, and improve overall mental health. I integrate evidence-based therapy with strategies focused on emotional regulation, stress recovery, behavior change, and self-awareness. I also emphasize foundational biological factors such as sleep, nutrition, exercise, circadian rhythm, and lifestyle balance to support long-term healing, resilience, and personal growth.
I utilize an integrative approach combining Neuropsychotherapy, CBT, Positive Psychology, Psychoanalytic therapies, and Polyvagal-informed modalities to help clients heal trauma, regulate the nervous system, build resilience, and improve emotional and biological well-being through practical, holistic treatment strategies.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Neuropsychotherapist, I use a neuroscience-informed and holistic approach to help clients heal trauma, regulate the nervous system, and improve overall mental health. I integrate evidence-based therapy with strategies focused on emotional regulation, stress recovery, behavior change, and self-awareness. I also emphasize foundational biological factors such as sleep, nutrition, exercise, circadian rhythm, and lifestyle balance to support long-term healing, resilience, and personal growth.
Elizabeth provides a safe place and recovery focused space for LGBTQIA+, teens, college students, women, men, and families. Elizabeth challenges and aids in the implementation of each client’s goals and aspirations for their growth process. She empowers her clients to not only live independently, but successfully. Elizabeth serves individuals and their families by addressing disordered eating, body dysmorphia, gender dysmorphia, SPMI, parenting, reassignment surgery support, personality, addiction, anxiety, trauma, conflict resolution, boundary, and goal setting.
Elizabeth provides a safe place and recovery focused space for LGBTQIA+, teens, college students, women, men, and families. Elizabeth challenges and aids in the implementation of each client’s goals and aspirations for their growth process. She empowers her clients to not only live independently, but successfully. Elizabeth serves individuals and their families by addressing disordered eating, body dysmorphia, gender dysmorphia, SPMI, parenting, reassignment surgery support, personality, addiction, anxiety, trauma, conflict resolution, boundary, and goal setting.
Psychoanalytic, relational, existential, with understanding of the relationship between mind and body.
I see individuals and couples in psychotherapy (adolescents, young adults, and adults) for a wide range of relationship and everyday struggles with feelings of anxiety, depression, and all life transitions. My goal is to help you understand yourself and assist you in finding thoughtful, emotional, and behavioral (taking action in new ways) solutions to your everyday problems.
Psychoanalytic, relational, existential, with understanding of the relationship between mind and body.
I see individuals and couples in psychotherapy (adolescents, young adults, and adults) for a wide range of relationship and everyday struggles with feelings of anxiety, depression, and all life transitions. My goal is to help you understand yourself and assist you in finding thoughtful, emotional, and behavioral (taking action in new ways) solutions to your everyday problems.
Many of the clients I work with feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or unsure why they continue struggling despite trying so hard to “hold it together.” I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, neurodiversity, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and active, helping clients better understand themselves while building practical tools for meaningful, lasting change.
Many of the clients I work with feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or unsure why they continue struggling despite trying so hard to “hold it together.” I specialize in working with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, neurodiversity, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and active, helping clients better understand themselves while building practical tools for meaningful, lasting change.
I am a creative and caring professional holding a master in counseling psychology degree and a certificate in child and adolescent counseling. With a holistic and trauma-informed approach, I treat the whole person with special emphasis on the effects of trauma. I enjoy working with teens and adults. With my previous work in the private sector and art community, I am uniquely qualified to assist individuals with creative challenges or career transitions and concerns.
I am a creative and caring professional holding a master in counseling psychology degree and a certificate in child and adolescent counseling. With a holistic and trauma-informed approach, I treat the whole person with special emphasis on the effects of trauma. I enjoy working with teens and adults. With my previous work in the private sector and art community, I am uniquely qualified to assist individuals with creative challenges or career transitions and concerns.
I have been counselor for over 30 years, and enjoy working with a diverse group of people. I am trained in yoga therapy, and am eclectic, welcoming with all forms of spirituality and lifestyles. I work with adults, adolescents, and children, and am certified in EMDR, Meditation/mindfulness, and CBT. I have additional specializations in Addictions and ASD, and am trained in parenting children with ASD. I enjoy helping people recover from anxiety, depression, social issues, gender identity issues and addictions ( and spiritual issues). I believe in the power of therapy.
I have been counselor for over 30 years, and enjoy working with a diverse group of people. I am trained in yoga therapy, and am eclectic, welcoming with all forms of spirituality and lifestyles. I work with adults, adolescents, and children, and am certified in EMDR, Meditation/mindfulness, and CBT. I have additional specializations in Addictions and ASD, and am trained in parenting children with ASD. I enjoy helping people recover from anxiety, depression, social issues, gender identity issues and addictions ( and spiritual issues). I believe in the power of therapy.
It’s natural to wonder if and how change is possible, especially when feeling confused, uncertain, and, oftentimes, alone. Chances are that you have already tried many things to help yourself and want to know how therapy can help you find what you are seeking.
It’s natural to wonder if and how change is possible, especially when feeling confused, uncertain, and, oftentimes, alone. Chances are that you have already tried many things to help yourself and want to know how therapy can help you find what you are seeking.
I take an integrative approach to therapy, actively involving families to ensure lasting success beyond our sessions so they feel successful and supported both during and after our work together. This approach has earned me recognition as one of the top five providers in The Best of Lawrence since 2018.
I take an integrative approach to therapy, actively involving families to ensure lasting success beyond our sessions so they feel successful and supported both during and after our work together. This approach has earned me recognition as one of the top five providers in The Best of Lawrence since 2018.
Many people carry invisible wounds from experiences that were overwhelming, unsafe, or life-altering. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, including those healing from abusive relationships, veterans, and first responders who have spent their lives protecting others while often carrying the weight of what they have seen and endured. I work with individuals and couples experiencing hardships, life stage changes or communication issues. I use an eclectic approach of evidence based theories & tailor treatment to your individual needs to help you reconnect with your inner resilience.
Many people carry invisible wounds from experiences that were overwhelming, unsafe, or life-altering. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, including those healing from abusive relationships, veterans, and first responders who have spent their lives protecting others while often carrying the weight of what they have seen and endured. I work with individuals and couples experiencing hardships, life stage changes or communication issues. I use an eclectic approach of evidence based theories & tailor treatment to your individual needs to help you reconnect with your inner resilience.
I provide therapy services exclusively through secure online video sessions. Are you ready to really live your life and not merely exist? You have within yourself the power to overcome any difficulties. Many of our obstacles, environmental, past experiences, biological dysfunctions, and worries about the future rob us from fully living and enjoying our lives. And the way we view them might keep us stuck and unfulfilled. I can help you notice those external and/or internal factors, identify patterns of thought and behavior, help you neutralize them, and encourage positive change and growth.
I provide therapy services exclusively through secure online video sessions. Are you ready to really live your life and not merely exist? You have within yourself the power to overcome any difficulties. Many of our obstacles, environmental, past experiences, biological dysfunctions, and worries about the future rob us from fully living and enjoying our lives. And the way we view them might keep us stuck and unfulfilled. I can help you notice those external and/or internal factors, identify patterns of thought and behavior, help you neutralize them, and encourage positive change and growth.
I work with clients of all ages. With younger populations I specialize in childhood anxiety, depression, neglect/abuse, children of divorce, foster care, anger management, and aggressive behaviors. With adults I use client centered and solution focused approaches to address symptoms related to anxiety, depression, and adverse experiences including trauma. I am trained in TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy) and EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and utilize those therapies with both children and adults. I look for behavioral and wholistic ways to improve functioning before suggesting medicinal interventions.
I work with clients of all ages. With younger populations I specialize in childhood anxiety, depression, neglect/abuse, children of divorce, foster care, anger management, and aggressive behaviors. With adults I use client centered and solution focused approaches to address symptoms related to anxiety, depression, and adverse experiences including trauma. I am trained in TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy) and EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and utilize those therapies with both children and adults. I look for behavioral and wholistic ways to improve functioning before suggesting medicinal interventions.
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Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.