Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Manhattan, KS

Change can be difficult, whether it's a change you choose or not. Therapy provides support as you adapt to life's countless changes. As a clinical social worker, I have spent time working alongside of teens, young adults, and adults as they work through issues varying from typical developmental struggles to having to adjust following major life traumas. I am grounded in a strengths-based approach, and incorporate Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to address issues surrounding anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, eating disorders, grief and loss, sexuality, and anger.

I have 30+ years experience working in Mental Health. I'm a graduate of KU School of Social Welfare and have vast experience working with diverse clients. In my practice, I work to empower clients to reach their goals. I use problem-solving, positive therapeutic approaches "in partnership" with my clients to reduce co-dependency, depression, anxiety, stress, relationships and parent/child issues.

I am a graduate from Emporia State University, with a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. I received my clinical license in February of 2015. I have a total of 6 years of experience in private practice. I take pride in serving clients in the Shawnee County and surrounding communities. I strive to assist you in reaching your own personal emotional and mental health goals by gaining a better sense of independence through the therapeutic process.

“We are all just walking each other home.” I believe that together, change can be made. Life presents us with challenges and it is our mission to learn and grow from those challenges. As a clinician, it is my passion to support you through this process. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Kansas with a background in animal assisted social work, and crisis intervention. I work primarily with children, and adolescents with complex family dynamics.

"Pain is Real But So Is Hope". Thank you so much for visiting my page. It is my hope that you will allow me to assist you in your personal growth. My practice is based upon the strengths's perspective; using solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy as a foundation. The structure and approach of each session is determined by your needs and experiences. Together we will move through sessions with the tools I provide leaving you with a sense of growth and change. I provide a safe, comfortable, confidential, and non-judgmental place for you to begin that journey.

Through my background in school settings I’ve worked with children and adolescents. I assisted and supported students with daily stresses, academic pressure, peer relationships, self-esteem, anxiety, executive functioning skills, depression, anger management, trauma & self-regulation. I now also work with adults of all ages and strive to help clients through current life struggles.

I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families from all social classes and standings. I also serve a multi-racial community and embrace respect for multi-cultural counseling. Additionally, experience includes service to military populations for twenty-six years as a service member and as a federal employee. I am well experienced and prepared to address the concerns associated with the demands of the military lifestyle. I offer marriage therapy, couples therapy, family therapy and individual counseling.