Therapists in Lawrence, KS

Are you ready to make changes in your life? I am committed to helping individuals, couples and teens achieve a better life. I have more than a decade of experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, relationships. Trust me to help you reach the goals you have set for yourself.

I am a co-owner and co-founder of an integrated mental health agency in Lawrence, KS. I got into the field of mental health to tackle the tough cases, to facilitate healing and growth for people at all stages of life, to have fun and do meaningful, transformative work in the process. I have a comprehensive academic background in therapy, theories of change, psychology, neuroscience, and related areas. My main goal is taking this knowledge and creatively adapting it to modern, dynamic, and ever-changing problems and needs. I would love the opportunity to work with you.

I have specialized in working with different ages over the past almost 3 decades and now get to work with them ALL. I creatively engage children/adolescents with interventions tailored to individual needs. I equip & support my clients' parents/guardians from a parent and clinician perspective. My favorite job of all time was directing a college counseling center as young adulthood is an ideal time for intervention to build resiliency and equip for the future. I want to meet adult clients in the midst of their challenges, crises, mental health struggles, and just plain life.

I earned my MSW degree from Fordham University, New York City, and doctorate in Clinical Social Work from Smith College School for Social Work. I have almost 40 years of both clinical practice and teaching experience. I am a strong believer in the power of each person to effect change in their own lives, given the tools with which to work. My goal is to help clients clearly see what obstacles impede their growth or functioning; acknowledge and accept limitations; plant their own seeds for stability and further growth, and move forward.

Accepting New Clients: I believe one of the most courageous things you can do is to reflect on your life story and acknowledge your barriers to living a life that aligns with your core values. As a clinician, I work with clients to create a blueprint on how to live a life that is filled with vitality and purpose. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who primarily works with married couples, young adults, and adolescents. Additionally, I teach an Intensive Outpatient Program for adolescents that struggle with anxiety and depression.

Hello and Welcome. Reaching out for help can be difficult; I am here to join you on your path to healthy change. The quality of the relationship between client and therapist is one of the strongest predictors of progress in treatment so my first priority is working to develop a robust and collaborative relationship with all my clients. I focus on providing a safe space in which you feel comfortable to explore thoughts and feelings while I offer understanding, insights and helpful feedback.

I’m a licensed professional counselor by temporary license in the state of Kansas. It is my goal to empower and walk alongside you on your healing journey. My process includes cultivating a safe and welcoming therapeutic environment, emphasizing your strengths, and offering unconditional compassion and skills-building so that you can be your own mental health advocate. I provide counseling services in both English and Spanish.

I completed my master’s in social work (2018) at the University of Kansas. While completing my graduate program, I worked with elementary school students in an after school program and teens in an acute care setting at Research Psychiatric Center’s adolescent inpatient unit. Before coming to FPS, I worked as a Children and Family Services Clinician in a local community mental health center. During my years in practice, I have worked with a diverse range of clients from children to adults with depression, anxiety, self-harm behaviors, ADHD, and adjustment disorders, as well as those experiencing concerns around gender identity.

I see a wide variety of individual and couples clients who hope to improve their circumstances. Most of my clients have experienced some form of past hurt or dysfunction. We work to manage conflict, disappointment, hurt feelings, sadness, grief, loss, or other strong emotions. My approach is empathic/patient but directive. My strategies are adapted from my experience with trauma (CPTSD), attachment, family dynamics, co-dependecy, toxic shame, grief and loss, parent-child relationships (incl. estrangement), premarital counseling, life transitions. I generally hope my clients become more content as a result of our work together!

We all get stuck sometimes—it’s simply part of being human. If life is feeling overwhelming and unsatisfying, old coping skills aren’t working so well, and you’re not sure what to do next, you may find it helpful to come to therapy to talk things through and explore what might help get you back on a more satisfying path.

Fed up with this? If you have childhood wounds but hoped by now you'd feel happier and empowered, I get you. Maybe your heart feels crushed 10 ten times over. Or you're angry and want to yell. Life still feels difficult. You work hard only to find yourself in this frustrating place. Maybe you've tried spirituality, but it didn't help enough. Maybe nature is comforting, but you still aren't thriving. I can help you heal and thrive through compassionate communication, inner parts work, guided imagery and awareness, and embodied, scientifically researched practices (regulated breathing, EFT tapping, and more).

I am a firm believer in the idea that there is no issue too small, and know that the path to growth and healing can be a scary one. In the words of Tiffany Roe, “you gotta feel, deal, heal.” I consider it an honor to walk this path with people and believe that there is hope in all stories. I work with eating disorders, self esteem/body issues, anxiety disorders, and depression. I work with my clients to identify their unique values and integrate their mind and body experience.

If you’re on this page, I know that you are tired. It’s exhausting carrying the mental load on your own, and now you are here, feeling drained trying to scroll through pages of therapy terms and hoping to find someone who can just help. Certifications and modalities are great, but they are just fancy words when what you really need is for the pain to lessen and the stress to feel more manageable and for your relationships to feel more connected again. The focus of my practice is working tirelessly to make those goals a reality for you.

Hi there! I'm Katherine and I'm excited about the possibility of working together. I am here to offer steady support as you (or your teen) navigate the challenges of young adulthood. With experience as both a middle school teacher and high school counselor, I have gained valuable insights into the unique needs of this age group. I work with clients to overcome anxiety, enhance self-esteem, and navigate life's transitions with confidence. I am here to listen without judgement and guide you toward a better you.

If you need relief from depression or anxiety, assistance in handling life's challenges, acceptance and support, or just a place to cultivate hope, I believe I can help. Life has its ups and downs, and everyone experiences difficult days. Sometimes things become overwhelming, and that is when seeking therapy may be the best choice. I have seen the power of therapy in promoting healing and building resilience. I value authenticity, which I bring to my practice, along with a caring, connected, and collaborative approach to helping you reach your goals.

I treat children, adolescents, college students, and adults. My goal with all of my clients is to provide a safe and supportive environment in which we work together to create lasting change. My therapeutic style is versatile and I use a variety of approaches to explore patterns of thoughts and behaviors, provide insights without judgment, and assist you or your child in developing strategies to replace unhelpful patterns with new ones that help you thrive.

I work with individuals, couples, and families ranging in age from children through geriatric addressing multiple issues including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, behavioral issues, relational problems, anger management, and coping skills.

Welcome to my profile, I’m glad you are here. For 30 years, I have worked in non-profit sector of mental health. My focus has been working with individuals and families who have experienced substance use disorder (abuse or addiction). In the past 12 years, I have provided services to children, adults and families who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment, and mental illness. Given my background, training and your courage, I think we can work together to achieve your goals. Whatever reasons bring you here please let me know if I can answer any curiosity or questions you might have about what I do. Thank-you

DaKie is a Licensed Master Social Worker and has experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. DaKie utilizes interventions and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). DaKie is currently pursing his Clinical Licensure and Play Therapy Certificate from Heartland Play Therapy Insitute. DaKie received his bachelor’s degree in Social Work with a Psychology minor and his Masters in Clinical Social Work from the University of Kansas.