Adults Therapists in Lawrence, KS

I believe that we all want to feel respected, valued, significant and safe. So much of our pain and confusion comes from our own (often subconscious) attempts to find this sense of security. While these attempts have helped us make it this far, they often prevent us from living the life we truly long for.

As someone seeking growth and healing, you are looking for a guide who can help you find balance, tap into your intuition, and bring your personal vision and desires to life. You’ve been feeling disconnected from your own essence or from others & are ready to explore the depths of self-discovery to strengthen your intimate relationships, reignite your passion, delve into your self-identity and sexuality, build your confidence, and have support on your journey. You believe in the transformative power of creative expression & are committed to placing as much value on your well-being as you do on others in your life.

Almost everyone at times needs some support or coaching on their life journey. As a seasoned therapist I'd be happy to sit down with you and compasionately listen to your story and lend some hope and support. I see "crisis" as an opportunity to face and overcome the dangers around and in us and a time to open up to the radiance and mysteries of Life.

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.

We serve people of all ages, from children to senior citizens, both as individuals and as members of their families. Whether you know your specific needs, or you are looking for help but don’t know where to start, we work closely with you to ensure you get the safe, effective treatment you need from our team of therapists.

I treat the whole person with an integrated approach to assessment and treatment. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to take those first steps to overcome obstacles and seek out a more fulfilling, authentic, and joyful life. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I am licensed in Colorado and Kansas with 30 years of professional experience. I have a wealth of experience in helping clients overcome past trauma, stress and anxiety, eating disorders, depression, & coping with life changes.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health! Life can be stressful, unpredictable, chaotic, frustrating, and constantly throwing us curve balls. Sometimes we just need help processing our thoughts and feelings or making important life decisions. Other times, we may be struggling with mental illness, substance use, grief and loss, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, identity issues or other serious problems that are keeping us from living a happy and productive life. During these times, reaching out for help may feel scary or embarrassing.

Are you looking to deepen your understanding of yourself and the challenges you may be currently facing in life? Maybe you've already done a good amount of self-examination and generally know what the "issues" are, but you haven't been able to move past them and feel frustrated or stuck. Maybe you're really new to the idea of therapy and want a compassionate, open-minded person who can help you start to explore what you're thinking and feeling. No matter where you're at, therapy can be so helpful in opening the doors to a different way of being in the world. You deserve to have a life you love waking up to and feel masterful in!

Many experiences in life can leave us feeling lost and alone. This often leads to seasons in our life where we experience emotional or physical distress. It is during these seasons where navigating and asking for help can sometimes be difficult. Maybe you're asking "what's wrong with me?" You are not alone in whatever struggle you are experiencing. I'm not here to fix you, but rather to provide a safe place to process, support, empower, and discover what it looks like to live a more authentic life.

Looking for a safe space to be yourself? Feeling misunderstood? Constantly overthinking? Feeling stuck? Struggling to do the things you once enjoyed? Not feeling comfortable in your body? Questioning your identity? Never tried counseling before? Have you had bad experiences with previous counselors? Struggling with your relationship with yourself? If you answered yes to one or more of those questions, I'd LOVE to meet with you. I want to help you get your needs met as well as set and reach your goals. Please reach out if you think I could be helpful to you. I am happy to answer any questions you have for me.

Are you facing difficulties in your life, such as anxiety, depression, grief or lack of motivation? Perhaps you’ve heard that working with your body and nervous system—also known as somatic therapy—can be helpful and bring more vitality to your life, help reduce stress, or heal past trauma. If so, then my approach may be a good fit for you. My goal is to collaborate with you to heal trauma, restore resiliency, and develop skills so that you can show up in your unique, beautiful life and shine. I specialize in working with the nervous system to help you get in touch with your true essence & aliveness.

People can benefit from taking the time to reflect and think about their lives in the presence of a neutral therapist. When people encounter a crisis or a difficult situation, it provides an opportunity for the development of self. Change is possible. Therapy provides an avenue to identify and interrupt old ways of thinking, feeling and behaving that are keeping one stuck. It provides an opportunity to "think/reflect" on one's life vs. automatically responding to life's stresses. In this process, a person is often able to see things in a new light and identify new options for dealing with old problems.

PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL. Wendy has 20+ years experience in mental health. A graduate of Grinnell College and KU School of Social Welfare, Wendy has vast experience working in both rural and metropolitan communities. Having worked with individuals with chronic mental illness, eating disorders, addiction and trauma at Menninger, Wendy went on to broaden her skills to include extensive work in anxiety, depressive and behavioral disorders in Kansas City. There, she also provided treatment for people who had experienced workplace violence and airline accidents.

Would you like your life or the life of your child to feel more enjoyable? Would you like your days to feel less stressful and chaotic? You may be struggling with excessive worry or stress, difficulties parenting, going through a life transition, or having marital issues. You may have a child that is experiencing anger, hyperactivity, attention or learning difficulties, worries, or difficult behaviors. If any of these issues sound familiar, I can help. Let's work together to make the rest of your life the best of your life!

I am an experienced therapist with many years of treating patients. If you would like to discuss working with me, please e-mail me the following information: Age, occupation/profession, family status, and the problem for which you are seeking help. I accept Blue Cross, traditional Medicare Part B, and self-pay. I am currently seeing clients via Teletherapy - a process which is helpful to most clients. My orientation is common sense, practical, psychodynamic therapy - blended with several other meaningful viewpoints about the problems people encounter. In our first meeting I will listen to your personal story (history).

Currently Not Accepting New Clients. "No one ever told me that grief felt so much like fear" -C.S. Lewis. Hello, I am here to help you on your personal grief and loss journey. Having someone you love die, can feel unbearable. I have provided a safe place where your voice is heard. Grieving and mourning can take place. Death of a loved one, loss of a career and loss of relationships can all leave you feeling hopeless and alone. I will sit with you in this darkness. I will hold hope for you. I have witnessed personally and professionally that there is light in all this darkness.

I am deeply committed to each client achieving their optimum functioning. Across the range from disabled to the extremely high functioning executive, I ask that the client bring a commitment to growth, and I provide expertise in a range of specialties. I am best suited to treating the whole person.

Searching for the right therapist can be daunting. The prospect of starting therapy can be scary. It can be especially frustrating to try many different things to feel better, yet never finding a sense of long- term relief. Sometimes we all need extra support to start this healing journey– I know this from a deeply personal level. I have found that lasting change must involve our whole self- body, mind, and spirit. I use mindfulness skills to help bring awareness to how thoughts, feelings and sensations impact our nervous system and sense of well-being and to help you heal those places where you feel stuck and depleted.

Practicing in mental health for 41 years; hospitals, group homes, community mental health and private practice. Worked with all populations, with every kind of problem and type of mental disorder. Recent focus on ages23-75, with trauma, ADHD, mood disorders, and relationships, incorporating mindfulness, relaxation and anger management and doing thorough, ongoing assessments. Clients who use substances are asked to abstain while in therapy. Changing the brain requires that. Regular attendance is necessary. Positive skills come with practice and consistency. To maintain the progress, there are avenues for contact during the week.