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Paula Schaefer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67207
I work with adults, couples, young adults 25+, and families.
"Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start." (Qubein) My work is a privilege and it includes assisting the efforts of those who experience depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, family of origin and boundary issues, relationship difficulties, and the impact of life cycle transitions including birth, death, empty nest, marriage, and aging parents.
I work with adults, couples, young adults 25+, and families.
"Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start." (Qubein) My work is a privilege and it includes assisting the efforts of those who experience depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, family of origin and boundary issues, relationship difficulties, and the impact of life cycle transitions including birth, death, empty nest, marriage, and aging parents.
(316) 448-0631 View (316) 448-0631
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Irma Jeffries
LSCSW
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67207
I work with clients experiencing many of life's issues including, but not limited to, ADHD, anxiety, low self esteem, trauma, PTSD/C-PTSD, abuse recovery, addictions, narcissistic abuse recovery, bullying/cyber bullying, life transitions, boundary setting, adjustment issues, and couples/relationship issues.
Hello and welcome! My practice is based on acceptance, honesty, support, and kindness. I am down to earth and believe in the importance of the client-therapist relationship. Together we will explore past and present challenges and move towards the life you want to live.
I work with clients experiencing many of life's issues including, but not limited to, ADHD, anxiety, low self esteem, trauma, PTSD/C-PTSD, abuse recovery, addictions, narcissistic abuse recovery, bullying/cyber bullying, life transitions, boundary setting, adjustment issues, and couples/relationship issues.
Hello and welcome! My practice is based on acceptance, honesty, support, and kindness. I am down to earth and believe in the importance of the client-therapist relationship. Together we will explore past and present challenges and move towards the life you want to live.
(316) 512-2392 View (316) 512-2392
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Kristen Stitt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67206
I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and have experience working with individuals and couples, as well as those with a variety of backgrounds, sexual orientations, ages, and cultures with multiple areas of concerns. I am dedicated to helping clients address the ups and downs in life and to help them find their strength and happiness. It is my belief that every person has a deep inner strength and can learn to care for themselves while maintaining close and supportive relationships with others.
I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and have experience working with individuals and couples, as well as those with a variety of backgrounds, sexual orientations, ages, and cultures with multiple areas of concerns. I am dedicated to helping clients address the ups and downs in life and to help them find their strength and happiness. It is my belief that every person has a deep inner strength and can learn to care for themselves while maintaining close and supportive relationships with others.
(316) 536-9060 View (316) 536-9060
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ICT Therapyworks
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT, LMSW
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67208
Life is about relationships. ICT Therapyworks is a private practice of independent therapists and students offering individual, couple, and family therapy services to promote healthy relationships. This includes intimate, work, family and peer relationships. In addition to exploring your relationship with others, our practice focuses on the connection you have with yourself. We also offer educational trainings and workshops, retreats, groups, and outreach services. We are a diverse team of therapists sensitive to culture, spirituality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and economic status.
Life is about relationships. ICT Therapyworks is a private practice of independent therapists and students offering individual, couple, and family therapy services to promote healthy relationships. This includes intimate, work, family and peer relationships. In addition to exploring your relationship with others, our practice focuses on the connection you have with yourself. We also offer educational trainings and workshops, retreats, groups, and outreach services. We are a diverse team of therapists sensitive to culture, spirituality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and economic status.
(316) 365-8129 View (316) 365-8129
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Lindsay Mullins Carbajal, L
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, , LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67206
I work with couples (pre-marital and marital), families, adults and adolescents.
I feel called to help people and I am passionate about journeying with others to find hope and healing. I believe that through God’s grace, and meaningful human connection there is opportunity for change that will bring positive outcome to any situation possible. I seek to build trusting and supportive relationships with clients and to walk alongside them to meet their goals and ultimately find peace and contentment, despite potential suffering or hardship. I feel it is a privilege to sit together with clients and hold space for great transformative work to occur.
I work with couples (pre-marital and marital), families, adults and adolescents.
I feel called to help people and I am passionate about journeying with others to find hope and healing. I believe that through God’s grace, and meaningful human connection there is opportunity for change that will bring positive outcome to any situation possible. I seek to build trusting and supportive relationships with clients and to walk alongside them to meet their goals and ultimately find peace and contentment, despite potential suffering or hardship. I feel it is a privilege to sit together with clients and hold space for great transformative work to occur.
(316) 453-0259 View (316) 453-0259
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Julie D Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, LMAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67203
The therapist-client relationship is unique and powerful, carrying with it the potential for profound meaning and change. I am continually humbled and inspired by the strength and resiliency of my clients. It is my goal as a therapist to meet you where you are at in life, join you in your healing process and help you experience a new relationship to yourself and to those in your life.
The therapist-client relationship is unique and powerful, carrying with it the potential for profound meaning and change. I am continually humbled and inspired by the strength and resiliency of my clients. It is my goal as a therapist to meet you where you are at in life, join you in your healing process and help you experience a new relationship to yourself and to those in your life.
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Jennifer Gunn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67212
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating young adults, adults, and am excited to begin working with couples.
My name is Jennifer and my goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to help you understand, navigate, solve, and plan for the inevitable difficulties we all encounter. Life can be very complicated, and those complications are often amplified by misunderstandings, limited knowledge, and a lack of support. It is my desire as your counselor to support you through your struggles and provide you with the necessary empowerment to approach future difficulties with the confidence that you can overcome them.
I specialize in treating young adults, adults, and am excited to begin working with couples.
My name is Jennifer and my goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to help you understand, navigate, solve, and plan for the inevitable difficulties we all encounter. Life can be very complicated, and those complications are often amplified by misunderstandings, limited knowledge, and a lack of support. It is my desire as your counselor to support you through your struggles and provide you with the necessary empowerment to approach future difficulties with the confidence that you can overcome them.
(785) 369-7849 View (785) 369-7849
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Katrina Zachary
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67205
I integrate the use of mind, body and spirit to provide a strength-based, systemically (relational) focused approach in working with individuals, couples and families.
I have a passion for working with all clients towards living a more authentic, enjoyable life. I believe that each person has a unique experience and therapy must be customized to meet those individualized needs. I work to create and hold a safe space for my clients that is non-judgmental, hopeful and encouraging. In taking a client-centered approach, I believe that vulnerabilities can be explored, strengths and resilience can be identified and meaningful change can happen. Even in the smallest change, true healing can begin.
I integrate the use of mind, body and spirit to provide a strength-based, systemically (relational) focused approach in working with individuals, couples and families.
I have a passion for working with all clients towards living a more authentic, enjoyable life. I believe that each person has a unique experience and therapy must be customized to meet those individualized needs. I work to create and hold a safe space for my clients that is non-judgmental, hopeful and encouraging. In taking a client-centered approach, I believe that vulnerabilities can be explored, strengths and resilience can be identified and meaningful change can happen. Even in the smallest change, true healing can begin.
(316) 395-9226 View (316) 395-9226
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Grace Elise Mitchell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-T
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67206
Hey there! I’m a marriage and family therapist who enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families from various backgrounds and walks of life. I have experience working with people of various ages, identities, religious/spiritual beliefs, and sexualities. I really enjoy helping people define and achieve their unique goals and needs in therapy, and I strive to offer a relaxed environment where people can be themselves whatever that may look like.
Hey there! I’m a marriage and family therapist who enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families from various backgrounds and walks of life. I have experience working with people of various ages, identities, religious/spiritual beliefs, and sexualities. I really enjoy helping people define and achieve their unique goals and needs in therapy, and I strive to offer a relaxed environment where people can be themselves whatever that may look like.
(316) 542-6302 View (316) 542-6302
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Lauren Walton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67226
Whether you're struggling with trauma, navigating relationship issues, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Are you seeking change in your life? Have challenges been getting in your way? Therapy can give you the tools to achieve your personal goals for change. I specialize in working with adults, offering a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges and find inner strength. I believe in the power of healing through connection, and I tailor therapy sessions to meet each client's unique needs.
Whether you're struggling with trauma, navigating relationship issues, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Are you seeking change in your life? Have challenges been getting in your way? Therapy can give you the tools to achieve your personal goals for change. I specialize in working with adults, offering a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges and find inner strength. I believe in the power of healing through connection, and I tailor therapy sessions to meet each client's unique needs.
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Happy Life Therapies - Patrice Borders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, EMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67217  (Online Only)
Extensive experience with: kids 4-17, those in fostercare on the road of reunification with their family, or who's parents have surrendered their rights, families, singles, couples.
My practice is called Happy Life Therapies. I believe we can all live a happy life. Wherever you are in your journey, I will meet you there. You can tell me your greatest hopes, your darkest fears, your deepest shame and regrets. Together we will find your way to peace and happiness. When you need help moving on, when you need a sounding board, inspiration, or someone to sit with you I am that therapist. Trauma, divorce, sexual abuse, fostercare placement, grief, body issues, I can help you. I am a listener.
Extensive experience with: kids 4-17, those in fostercare on the road of reunification with their family, or who's parents have surrendered their rights, families, singles, couples.
My practice is called Happy Life Therapies. I believe we can all live a happy life. Wherever you are in your journey, I will meet you there. You can tell me your greatest hopes, your darkest fears, your deepest shame and regrets. Together we will find your way to peace and happiness. When you need help moving on, when you need a sounding board, inspiration, or someone to sit with you I am that therapist. Trauma, divorce, sexual abuse, fostercare placement, grief, body issues, I can help you. I am a listener.
(316) 215-8356 View (316) 215-8356
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Karen Hollon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67203
I work with individuals, couples and families through their most difficult situations with empathy & compassion.
Do you feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world and just need a breath of fresh air? We all have times when we feel as though life is a drain and have trouble finding our purpose and living in true happiness. Sometimes we simply exist instead of discovering the real joy in our journey. Our relationships suffer because we’re not even happy with ourselves. So, how could we possibly be happy with others? How do we reach beyond the trauma in our past, pull through the pain in our present, and reach towards the hope of our future?
I work with individuals, couples and families through their most difficult situations with empathy & compassion.
Do you feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world and just need a breath of fresh air? We all have times when we feel as though life is a drain and have trouble finding our purpose and living in true happiness. Sometimes we simply exist instead of discovering the real joy in our journey. Our relationships suffer because we’re not even happy with ourselves. So, how could we possibly be happy with others? How do we reach beyond the trauma in our past, pull through the pain in our present, and reach towards the hope of our future?
(316) 816-1755 View (316) 816-1755
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Amy Pierce Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67230
I'm a therapist committed to providing quality, focused therapy to those struggling with the hard realities that life sometimes sends our way. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed by life or just disappointed in your response when challenged. I would like to come along beside you as a partner to find your path to new thoughts, feelings and behaviors that lead to more peace and fulfillment. I work best with adults and older teens and I have a great deal of experience working with those struggling with past trauma and mood disorders.
I'm a therapist committed to providing quality, focused therapy to those struggling with the hard realities that life sometimes sends our way. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed by life or just disappointed in your response when challenged. I would like to come along beside you as a partner to find your path to new thoughts, feelings and behaviors that lead to more peace and fulfillment. I work best with adults and older teens and I have a great deal of experience working with those struggling with past trauma and mood disorders.
(316) 553-8325 View (316) 553-8325
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Anne King
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67206
Therapy is a process and for that you need a good partner. I like to look at the postitive side of psychology and help people see in them what is already there. People come to therapy for so many different reasons and it is my goal as a clinician to act as a guide for them to reach their goals.
Therapy is a process and for that you need a good partner. I like to look at the postitive side of psychology and help people see in them what is already there. People come to therapy for so many different reasons and it is my goal as a clinician to act as a guide for them to reach their goals.
(316) 333-5238 View (316) 333-5238
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Erin L Rindt-Hultman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67205
I believe that all families, couples, and individuals can be empowered to make change. Finding the therapist that understands how you are experiencing life is often anxiety provoking. Change is difficult, especially when people feel judged or shamed. I value the relationship I have with my clients. I work hard to make sure that every Client's story is taken seriously and heard, regardless of the situation.
I believe that all families, couples, and individuals can be empowered to make change. Finding the therapist that understands how you are experiencing life is often anxiety provoking. Change is difficult, especially when people feel judged or shamed. I value the relationship I have with my clients. I work hard to make sure that every Client's story is taken seriously and heard, regardless of the situation.
(316) 536-4407 View (316) 536-4407
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Brooke L Wiltshire
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-T
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67226
I believe we each have a calling and unique purpose in life, with specific strengths, gifts, and passions waiting to be pursued to unlock our full potential. Oftentimes, through brokenness and hurt, we can lose sight of our purpose and feel weighed down by the heaviness of life. I am passionate about helping others feel understood and find their way by offering compassion. I have experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, communication issues, and life transitions, empowering them to emerge more resilient.
I believe we each have a calling and unique purpose in life, with specific strengths, gifts, and passions waiting to be pursued to unlock our full potential. Oftentimes, through brokenness and hurt, we can lose sight of our purpose and feel weighed down by the heaviness of life. I am passionate about helping others feel understood and find their way by offering compassion. I have experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, communication issues, and life transitions, empowering them to emerge more resilient.
(316) 844-1466 View (316) 844-1466
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Amanda Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67202
I believe there is no one-size fits all approach to therapy. I strive to come alongside and meet the needs of the individuals, couples, and families I see by providing a safe space where they can feel empowered to heal, develop, and grow what’s needed to overcome life’s many challenges.
I believe there is no one-size fits all approach to therapy. I strive to come alongside and meet the needs of the individuals, couples, and families I see by providing a safe space where they can feel empowered to heal, develop, and grow what’s needed to overcome life’s many challenges.
(316) 766-6634 View (316) 766-6634
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Evangeline Claire Newsom-White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67205
Presenting issues that I have worked with are Adoption, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorders, Parent/Child Relationship Issues, Grief, ADHD, self-harm, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma, Women's issues, Infertility Issues, Couples Communication, Domestic Violence, Relationship Issues and Mood Disorders.
My therapeutic approach is to work with my Clients to help them develop the skills that will help them throughout their lives. I have worked with a wide range of Clients and their presenting issues and am currently offering therapeutic services for Individuals, Couples, Veterans, Groups and Families. I work with ages 6 and up and enjoy helping my Clients learn new techniques and skills to help them work towards improvement and establishing a better way of life.
Presenting issues that I have worked with are Adoption, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorders, Parent/Child Relationship Issues, Grief, ADHD, self-harm, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma, Women's issues, Infertility Issues, Couples Communication, Domestic Violence, Relationship Issues and Mood Disorders.
My therapeutic approach is to work with my Clients to help them develop the skills that will help them throughout their lives. I have worked with a wide range of Clients and their presenting issues and am currently offering therapeutic services for Individuals, Couples, Veterans, Groups and Families. I work with ages 6 and up and enjoy helping my Clients learn new techniques and skills to help them work towards improvement and establishing a better way of life.
(316) 201-6294 View (316) 201-6294
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Tiffany Pierce
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, ACHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67206
Waitlist for new clients
I focus on treating individuals, couples and families in pursuit of relief from various emotional, behavioral and relational struggles. I seek to empower clients as they reshape and restore their lives following emotional hurts, changes in mood, traumas and other life-altering circumstances. I'm committed to assisting clients as they build identity, live with integrity and achieve sustainable change. I desire to journey with clients as they gain personal insights, practice self-compassion and step into their individual strengths in order to reach a space of hope, healing and harmony with self, others and society.
I focus on treating individuals, couples and families in pursuit of relief from various emotional, behavioral and relational struggles. I seek to empower clients as they reshape and restore their lives following emotional hurts, changes in mood, traumas and other life-altering circumstances. I'm committed to assisting clients as they build identity, live with integrity and achieve sustainable change. I desire to journey with clients as they gain personal insights, practice self-compassion and step into their individual strengths in order to reach a space of hope, healing and harmony with self, others and society.
(316) 448-9456 View (316) 448-9456
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Heather Wooldridge
Psychologist, MA, LCP
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67205
I provide individual, couples, and group therapy to adolescents and adults.
"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 provide individual, couples, and group therapy to adolescents and adults.
"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.
(316) 202-9849 View (316) 202-9849
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.