TriWest Therapists in Manhattan, KS

I am a licensed specialized clinical social worker and licensed masters addiction counselor. I believer the therapeutic relationship between a client and a therapist is the foundation on which all other change is facilitated. I will work with you to be supportive, non judgmental, and honest. Once a relationship has been built, I work to help clients change at their pace. We are all different in how we eat, walk, talk, and think. The same can be said for making changes and growing as individuals. As therapy progresses, I believe in challenging clients to reach the goals they have set for themselves.

I have been a therapist in the Manhattan area for the past 20 years, and I am passionate about what I do. I strongly believe that for each problem there is a solution. My experience has taught me that straight-talk and honesty are integral in finding the resolutions needed for any of life's situations. I am offering a safe and supportive environment and am looking forward to working with you.

“I believe everyone deserves a chance; a chance at happiness, a chance at love, a chance at life, any CHANCE! I find extreme purpose as I assist individuals to find what satisfies them as well as presented barriers, restrictions, and issues faced in their journey. I strive to support them in finding peace and finding their own purpose.” My personal choices have lead me towards a career of advocacy and service on behalf of the abused, neglected and traumatized due to family violence and sexual assault. “Whatever issue you may be facing, you do not have to do so alone. Allow me to join you on the journey to find the Greater in YOU!”

I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, personality and mood disorders, marital difficulties, and grief and loss issues. I am invested in working with clients interested in learning skills to manage issues presented and invested in cultivating change in behaviors.

My speciality is helping adults move past painful experiences, and helping couples improve their levels of communication, trust, and intimacy.

I offer diagnostic assessment services for persons of all ages, with an emphasis on developmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and learning disorders. I also offer empirically supported cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT) for a variety of psychological difficulties. For adult clients I offer prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD and CBT for pain management. For children and youth I offer CBT for a wide range of mental health and behavioral problems.

With over 11 years as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Guelker has experience with a variety of presenting concerns including mood (depression, anger, etc.), anxiety, trauma/PTSD, personality disorders, severe psychopathology, relationship/family concerns, parenting issues, academic problems, military issues, men’s issues, and general transitional/adjustment stress. Dr. Guelker additionally provides psychological assessments for both clinical and forensic purposes. Dr. Guelker's effort is to assist his patients in meeting their own needs for treatment through understanding, goal setting, and intervention.

I utilize an integrative approach to therapy. My primary treatment approach is client centered therapy which allow me to follow my clients lead in session. This approach also assists clients with self-actualization and growth. One of the most important primary needs of individuals is to have secure emotional attachments. Therefore, I utilize a systems approach and attachment processes in my work with couples and families. I have a special interest in working with veterans and active duty military couples and families.

Our mission is to promote healing, inspire hope, and dignify receiving support for individuals and families impacted by substance use and co-occurring issues. We provide a best in class integrated model of care to encompass the whole person.

I am a Clinical Social Worker with years of experience providing mental health services in a variety of settings to adults, teens, couples, and families. I utilize CBT, DBT, Strengths-based, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to target Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Panic attacks, Marriage/Relationship issues, Parenting issues, Family conflict, Anger management problems, Behavior problems in teens, Bipolar Disorder, Substance misuse issues, Experiences related to Grief and Loss, Spiritual/Religious issues, Coping with long-term Physical/Medical health problems, Suicidal thoughts, and Self-harm behaviors.

The journey toward and through parenthood does not always go as planned. Some people struggle with infertility and face heartbreaking disappointment each month that goes by with yet another negative pregnancy test. Others experience pregnancy or infant loss and grapple with unbearable grief. For others, a new baby brings with it a sense of overwhelming anxiety and depression that feels impossible to manage. Whatever it is that you are struggling with, know that you are not alone. I know firsthand how difficult the path to parenthood can be and want to assure you that healing is possible, no matter how much you are hurting right now.