Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Wichita, KS

I love working with couples and individuals to see them thrive and to discover who God created you to be. I believe it is so important for you to be able to share your story. I will collaborate with you to form a treatment plan suitable to your specific needs. In our sessions, I will provide client-centered, evidence-based therapy. As we discover your strengths to promote healing, hope, and a future.

I believe services related to mental health should be as normal and attainable as those related to physical health. Science, with a personal and creative flair, should drive these services. I completed a MSW, with a concentration in mental health, from Washington University in St. Louis. During this time I was able to specialize my education and training experience to best fit the role of a mental health therapist. I am able to work with individuals ranging from five years and up, and can address most mental health needs by utilizing a variety of practice models. The role of trauma and traumatic stress is a special area of practice.

Feeling overwhelmed, sad, frustrated, or anxious? Do you want to get better, but wonder if you can and where to start? It's hard when you feel like a situation has become more than you can handle, or what you have been doing to cope isn't working anymore. You are not alone and I'm here to help. Our work together can help you improve your relationships, gain new perspectives, feel better about yourself, develop healthier coping, and stabilize your mood. One of my greatest joys is witnessing growth and change. I provide a safe and confidential space, and I would be honored to collaborate with you to help you meet your personal goals.

I work with adolescents, adults, families and groups. I believe rapport is vital to the therapeutic process and I strive to create an environment to provide this. I believe in helping people overcome life's struggles by focusing on each person's individual needs, and meeting people where they are at. I use a variety of specific therapeutic approaches, such as CBT , rational emotive therapy, EMDR, Solution Focused Therapy, DBT, and art therapy techniques, with individuals on a multitude of issues, including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, and behavioral problems.

Life is hard and sometimes you just need a little extra support. My goal is to create a safe, relaxing, and judgement-free environment. I want to create an atmosphere where you feel comfortable sharing your experiences and the challenges you are facing.

Mac graduated from Friends University with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. A Wichita native, he has served the community in various social-service and clinical roles. Currently, Mac offers brief solution focus, narrative, cognitive behavioral, and EMDR treatment approaches. Mac also offers play therapy to ages four and above. He is currently providing services for individuals, couples, families, adolescent issues, marital issues, parent training, co-parent training, and court related issues. Mac also offers a 6 week intensive premarital counseling program. Call our office to see how Mac might be able to assist you.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, with over a decade of experience working in Community Mental Health, volunteering time to share interests with community youth and families, working to serve individuals and their families across South Central Kansas.

If you, or someone you know or love has difficulties with managing chronic problems with fluctuating mood (anxiety and/or depression), are quick to anger, experience frequent problems in relationships, problems with impulse management, or have combat-related or other traumatic experiences that are interfering with your quality of life, please call me. Let's work together to create lifegoals that will improve self-esteem, develop new and effective coping strategies to manage unwanted mood and impulses, learn effective communication with loved ones and partners, and start shaping the future you want.

Welcome to my page! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker striving to help individuals and families struggling in their day-to-day. I have a special interest in working with teens and young adults struggling with anxiety and depression. As someone who suffers from chronic illness, I also enjoy working with populations that are often subject to extensive testing and treatment to manage their conditions. Recently, I have been working more with families to help restore a healthy balance and cope with stressors that may be impacting the family unit as a whole. I most commonly treat those with anxiety, depression, and childhood trauma.

"People are just as wonderful as sunsets if you let them be. When I look at a sunset, I don't find myself saying, 'Soften the orange a bit on the right hand corner.' I don't try to control a sunset. I watch with awe as it unfolds." -Carl R. Rogers. I appreciate the intrinsic value of every person's journey. As your therapist, I place high value on creating a non-judgmental, safe haven that allows for each individual to address life's challenges and to achieve personal growth.

I specialize in utilizing Play Therapy with children ages 6 and up. Utilizing attachment based therapy, Sand Tray therapy, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapies I work with individuals, families, and couples. Trauma, abuse, behavior issues, eating disorders, anxiety, and depression are some of the major focuses of my work.

We are a private counseling and therapy practice serving the greater Wichita, KS area and are joined by a remarkable team of clinical social workers, psychologists, and counselors. We have a variety of specialties, experiences, and skills. As our name reflects, we work to assist and support you as you thrive in the revival of your life. We focus on the clinical needs for all ages; young children, school-aged children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We offer day, evening, and weekend sessions, to support diverse individual and family needs.

I am a private practice therapist focusing on: Blended Families, The Family Structure, Individual Therapy with kids, teens and adults, Play Therapy, Trauma, and Addictions. It is important during treatment/therapy to rebuild the family structure because changes, healthy or not so healthy, affect the client’s family. Substance-Related issues, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and Addictive Disorders affects each family member and the support and recovery from the family system is vital in helping to create more positive outcomes for our clients.

I offer individual counseling to those that need some help with a variety of different issues, such as anxiety, depression, and anger; or just someone who needs someone to listen. I use different techniques from a variety of theories, including cognitive behavioral therapy, existentialism, and person centered.

There are many things in the world around us that elicit fear, anxiety, and worry. Sometimes those things are easy to point out. Other times, we may find it difficult to know what is causing us to feel a certain way. The truth is that many of us struggle with anxiety, depression, and other issues on a daily basis. One of the things that can help us overcome those scary thoughts and feelings is to confront them and process them. Doing this alone can be overwhelming, that's where I come in. As a therapist, I strive to help restore hope to your heart, and peace to your mind.

What else could go wrong? Why do I keep trying? What's the use? I guess this is just how things will always be. No one understands me. I don't fit in. My family doesn't care. Relationship issues, trouble communicating, trouble processing, or still trying to find yourself? Are these questions or thoughts that you struggle with? Well, guess what? You are not the only one. So, now, Imagine yourself with a huge smile, and gut busting laugh that is authentic and genuine. Not like the ones you have faked for so long. Think of that laughter and smile, without feeling all the anxiety, depression, etc..... sounds great right?

You deserve to live a life that is meaningful and filled with moments of happiness and hope. Right now, you may feel weighed down by anxiety, hopelessness, or previous trauma you have experienced. It may even lead you to feel irritable or angry frequently. Life can be full of unexpected hardships and I am here to help guide you in your journey towards healing and living a more fulfilled life. I am passionate in helping clients heal and grow through a personalized and supportive approach.