Marriage Counseling Therapists in Belleville, KS

I believe that we each have the power to create lasting changes in our life. It is my belief that we can often learn a great deal from our hardships and go on to live richer and fuller lives because of our experiences. Through my experience as a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor I have been amazed by the strength, perseverance and resilience of my clients. I am here to offer support and understanding, as well as to help you recognize your own unique strengths.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who endeavors to come along side of you and aid in finding new perspectives, insights, and strengths in addressing life obstacles. I work with all ages, individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing crises, trauma, phase of life difficulties, and other hindrances to everyday living. I am trained in EMDR, Sand Tray Therapy, Prepare and Enrich, and Couples Communication.

I am a Licensed Clinical Specialist Social Worker and Sex Therapist currently achieving a discipline towards a PHD in Clinical Sexology. I work with individuals and families. I am eclectically trained in areas of marriage/couples counseling, family structured therapy, behavior management/modification therapy, forensic social work, motivational interviewing, narrative approach, person-centered therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, comorbidity diagnosis and solution focused therapy.

"It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness." This famous Eleanor Roosevelt quote can be applied to many situations. When we get stuck -- in a rut at work, in a stormy relationship, in a lukewarm marriage, with our children -- we suffer but are often pulled to focus on the problem rather than finding a solution. Sometimes, we're not aware of what the actual issue is. All we can do is try to avoid the pain, skirt problems, even pretend we are fine. We are blocked by fear -- another word for anxiety. Together, we can walk slowly through that fear, and find that light.

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.

Hey there! I'm Debby Ponton with Mended Hearts Counseling. I specialize in seeing adults seeking Christian/Biblical Counseling or non-faith based counseling who struggle with depression, bipolar, trauma, including Dissociative Identity Disorders, marriage/relationship and self esteem/worth issues. I also serve farmers, ranchers, military and veterans.

I specialize in the treatment of complex trauma, in particular with clients navigating mid-life transitions and relationship dissatisfaction.

I have many years of experience working with a variety of presenting problems we humans experience. Working from a family systems relationship approach and EMDR Therapy has been useful to people with the following symptom areas: depression; anxiety and PTSD; adult and childhood adversity or trauma, including, but not limited to, sexual abuse, physical abuse, marital violence or military trauma; marital conflict; marital dissatisfaction; parents of children with problems; addictions, compulsive behavior or habits, including alcohol, cigarettes, procrastination, affairs, and the list goes on; workplace problems. Please feel free to call or email me with questions. Cyndy Eckert-McCoy, LSCSW PS:

I work with individuals between the ages of 13-65 on issues related to: Addictions, marital/relationship struggles, anxiety/depression, overcoming fear and shame, living an authentic and purposeful life, embracing vulnerability, military men/women/families and death/dying/grief. I also enjoy working with professionals struggling with Impostor Syndrome and other professional issues. I believe that optimal mental and relational health is first achieved by establishing healthy habits in the areas of nutrition, exercise, mindfulness/prayer/meditation, and social connections.

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.

Making the choice to come to therapy is a courageous step in the journey of emotional and mental well-being. Finding the right therapist to guide you on this journey is also an important and vulnerable step. I will listen to your needs and wants and, using Marriage and Family driven theory, will create a tailored plan to help you achieve your goals.

I enjoy helping individuals (14+), couples, families and groups discover their strengths and address the deep sources of their struggles so they can reach the full potential they deserve. I open the door to therapy with a simple, yet powerful message: "Where you are isn't where you have to stay!"

I have experience working with a variety of struggles such as trauma and abuse, anxiety, adjustment/transitions in life, attachment between child and parent(s), infertility/women’s difficulties, depression and relational difficulties within families and/or couples. I am honored when I am chosen to help you and or your family collaborate on goals and working on ways of overcoming these difficult events/situations.

I work with clients with a wide range of concerns and identities including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism), and other developmental disabilities, vocational stress, chronic illness, women’s issues, infertility and disability-related work and school-place barriers. I have experience working with individuals from historically underrepresented underserved communities, international clients, interracial couples and families, women, immigrants/refugees as well as the LGBTQIA+ community.

High-achievers specialist. Befriending discomfort is where healing & growth begin. Are you currently thriving? Therapy should be as individualized as you are. In addition to clinical work; teaching the next generation of therapists & studying to complete a PhD in Couples & Family Therapy. This experience & doctorate education offer my clients the latest evidence-based practices. My specialty aligns with motivated couples & adults seeking more peace. We will work as a team to train & reframe patterns. My priority is for you to leave sessions feeling aligned, validated, more aware, empowered & ready to immerse into impactful changes.

I specialize in helping individuals across the lifespan address and navigate the challenges of chronic and acute medical conditions, depression, anxiety, work stress, grief, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. For both individuals and couples this process often involves increasing self-awareness and insight into your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. I also provide tools and skills to increase your ability to achieve your goals.

Brooke believes in the importance of clients being able to discover and nourish the meaning of their own story. Having a safe place to share one’s story, and work through life events is vital to the client/client’s experience. Brooke works hard to provide a space where children, adults, and families feel heard and acknowledged.