Adoption Therapists in Adair County, MO
Alice Leckenby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S
1 Endorsed
Kirksville, MO 63501
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a Registered Play Therapist (RPT-S) with over 10 years’ experience working with families. As a Registered Play Therapist, I use non-directive play therapy to allow children to experience control and increase their ability to make their own healthy decisions.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and a Registered Play Therapist (RPT-S) with over 10 years’ experience working with families. As a Registered Play Therapist, I use non-directive play therapy to allow children to experience control and increase their ability to make their own healthy decisions.
Challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, are made easier when we partner together to explore those experiences in a safe and supportive environment. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults in navigating life and accompanying changes.
Challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, are made easier when we partner together to explore those experiences in a safe and supportive environment. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults in navigating life and accompanying changes.
Online Therapists
I specialize in assisting clients who have experienced trauma, grief, addictions, anxiety, depression, crisis pregnancy, infertility, and adoption.
I offer trauma-sensitive care through the use of EMDR. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.
I specialize in assisting clients who have experienced trauma, grief, addictions, anxiety, depression, crisis pregnancy, infertility, and adoption.
I offer trauma-sensitive care through the use of EMDR. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.
I have specialties in substance abuse, trauma, adoption, incarceration, and common mental health concerns.
I am an easy-going and laid-back therapist. My goal is to be flexible to help you meet your individual goals, and I adapt my practice to fit your needs. I provide a holistic approach to care and am focused on the client. Everyone wears many hats in their lives, and they all impact one another. Good care comes from addressing every aspect of an individual and understanding how the separate parts come together in each person.
I have specialties in substance abuse, trauma, adoption, incarceration, and common mental health concerns.
I am an easy-going and laid-back therapist. My goal is to be flexible to help you meet your individual goals, and I adapt my practice to fit your needs. I provide a holistic approach to care and am focused on the client. Everyone wears many hats in their lives, and they all impact one another. Good care comes from addressing every aspect of an individual and understanding how the separate parts come together in each person.
Hi there, I'm Kiera! My primary goal as a therapist is to empower clients to find confidence within themselves, take accountability, and help them navigate their mental health journey. I believe in supporting clients as they go through their journey of healing. I want to support you during your growth by increasing your coping skills and helping you develop a deeper love for yourself. As a clinician, I want to make you feel safe and seen as we discuss personal topics that brought you to the space you are in today.
Hi there, I'm Kiera! My primary goal as a therapist is to empower clients to find confidence within themselves, take accountability, and help them navigate their mental health journey. I believe in supporting clients as they go through their journey of healing. I want to support you during your growth by increasing your coping skills and helping you develop a deeper love for yourself. As a clinician, I want to make you feel safe and seen as we discuss personal topics that brought you to the space you are in today.
Life in today's fast-paced world can often be overwhelming and difficult to handle. It can feel intimidating to pursue change and hard to know where to start. Sometimes it's difficult to see a way forward. Whether you are anxious, depressed, lonely, grieving or experiencing any number of life's challenges, I would be honored to walk with you through the various seasons of life. There is hope!
Life in today's fast-paced world can often be overwhelming and difficult to handle. It can feel intimidating to pursue change and hard to know where to start. Sometimes it's difficult to see a way forward. Whether you are anxious, depressed, lonely, grieving or experiencing any number of life's challenges, I would be honored to walk with you through the various seasons of life. There is hope!
Hello. I am so glad you reached out, and happy you are here. As your therapist, I am here to support you. I believe in the power of meaningful connections, finding fulfillment, and healing in your journey. I am motivated to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment to guide the goals you want to achieve. You are not alone in this therapeutic process.
Hello. I am so glad you reached out, and happy you are here. As your therapist, I am here to support you. I believe in the power of meaningful connections, finding fulfillment, and healing in your journey. I am motivated to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment to guide the goals you want to achieve. You are not alone in this therapeutic process.
The core of my practice is assisting individuals and families to navigate the challenges and uncertainties of life with success and purpose. To provide guidance on supporting those with mental health symptoms, behavioral and emotional disorders and trauma to be able to thrive. To help identify negative communication patterns and strengthen communication with others. I provide an assortment of parenting ideas to help families live together with a better understanding and appreciation of each other. I draw from Dr. Garry Landreth, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, Dr. Fay & Dr. Cline, Love & Logic, and Dr. Phelan with 1-2-3 Magic.
The core of my practice is assisting individuals and families to navigate the challenges and uncertainties of life with success and purpose. To provide guidance on supporting those with mental health symptoms, behavioral and emotional disorders and trauma to be able to thrive. To help identify negative communication patterns and strengthen communication with others. I provide an assortment of parenting ideas to help families live together with a better understanding and appreciation of each other. I draw from Dr. Garry Landreth, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, Dr. Fay & Dr. Cline, Love & Logic, and Dr. Phelan with 1-2-3 Magic.
We all go through difficult times at different parts of our life. It can help to have someone to talk to. I have particular experience with adults in midlife crisis, couples counseling, and adolescents experiencing, school problems, behavior problems, parent/child conflict, and trauma. I have experience with individual therapy, parent/child conflict, divorce, alternative relationships and LGBTQIA issues. I specialize in trauma treatment for all age groups. CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEMEDICINE SESSIONS VIA ZOOM OR SKYPE.
We all go through difficult times at different parts of our life. It can help to have someone to talk to. I have particular experience with adults in midlife crisis, couples counseling, and adolescents experiencing, school problems, behavior problems, parent/child conflict, and trauma. I have experience with individual therapy, parent/child conflict, divorce, alternative relationships and LGBTQIA issues. I specialize in trauma treatment for all age groups. CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEMEDICINE SESSIONS VIA ZOOM OR SKYPE.
My name is Brock, and I'm a therapist committed to creating a space where you can be fully seen, heard, and supported. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to walk with you through it—with compassion and curiosity rather than judgment.
My name is Brock, and I'm a therapist committed to creating a space where you can be fully seen, heard, and supported. Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to walk with you through it—with compassion and curiosity rather than judgment.
Hi! I'm Michelle Tilberg, an LPC licensed in Missouri. I focus in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered talk Therapy and DBT. I work well with all age groups, but tend to focus on persons struggling with depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorders and trauma.
Hi! I'm Michelle Tilberg, an LPC licensed in Missouri. I focus in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered talk Therapy and DBT. I work well with all age groups, but tend to focus on persons struggling with depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorders and trauma.
I am so glad you are here! As a therapist, I am passionate about helping children, teens, and young adults manage anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and much more. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or that you have nowhere to turn, but there is hope. Here, you have a space where you can feel safe, supported, and heard. Whether it’s through play, conversation, or quiet reflection, I meet clients where they are. My goal is to help you build insight and resilience to form your own path to a successful and healthy life. Together, we'll work towards healing, insight, and emotional well-being.
I am so glad you are here! As a therapist, I am passionate about helping children, teens, and young adults manage anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and much more. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or that you have nowhere to turn, but there is hope. Here, you have a space where you can feel safe, supported, and heard. Whether it’s through play, conversation, or quiet reflection, I meet clients where they are. My goal is to help you build insight and resilience to form your own path to a successful and healthy life. Together, we'll work towards healing, insight, and emotional well-being.
Now accepting online clients! I am a board certified telemental health counselor providing online counseling for residents of Missouri. I currently offer online sessions for individuals, couples, and families. I have worked for several large community mental health agencies, a local college counseling center, provided psychotherapy for the University system and numerous co-occurring substance facilities. It is through these experiences that I continue to be passionate about helping all clients improve their lives, relationships and their mental health.
Now accepting online clients! I am a board certified telemental health counselor providing online counseling for residents of Missouri. I currently offer online sessions for individuals, couples, and families. I have worked for several large community mental health agencies, a local college counseling center, provided psychotherapy for the University system and numerous co-occurring substance facilities. It is through these experiences that I continue to be passionate about helping all clients improve their lives, relationships and their mental health.
Hi, my name is Steven Taylor, I am a Christian Counselor and have been practicing as a therapist for 10 years. My approach to therapy is I want to get to know you and help you with whatever problem you are facing. Over the years I have worked mostly with women but I am comfortable working with anyone. I have worked in residentials and in community settings so I have helped with a litany of issues over the years and I am willing to talk about whatever it is you might be struggling with.
Hi, my name is Steven Taylor, I am a Christian Counselor and have been practicing as a therapist for 10 years. My approach to therapy is I want to get to know you and help you with whatever problem you are facing. Over the years I have worked mostly with women but I am comfortable working with anyone. I have worked in residentials and in community settings so I have helped with a litany of issues over the years and I am willing to talk about whatever it is you might be struggling with.
Clients who have experienced difficulties in life may desire support and encouragement as they process events and navigate life changes.
Clients who have experienced difficulties in life may desire support and encouragement as they process events and navigate life changes.
I'm here to support you on your journey toward better mental health. In our sessions, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. We'll work together to understand your challenges, develop effective coping strategies, and set achievable goals. I aim to help you gain insight, build resilience, and improve your well-being.
I'm here to support you on your journey toward better mental health. In our sessions, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings. We'll work together to understand your challenges, develop effective coping strategies, and set achievable goals. I aim to help you gain insight, build resilience, and improve your well-being.
If you are 13 or older, an individual, couple, or family, that feels wounded, lost, confused, depressed, anxious, or just uncertain about where your life is heading and how you might be able to move toward better. If you want to understand yourself better, improve your relationships with others, have a sense of purpose that guides your choices and allows you to become who you hope you can be. If you want to laugh more, be joyful, and find more peace and grace for your life. Then let me help you find the path that leads to "Better". It’s not easy or instantaneous, but working together, we can bring about some amazing results.
If you are 13 or older, an individual, couple, or family, that feels wounded, lost, confused, depressed, anxious, or just uncertain about where your life is heading and how you might be able to move toward better. If you want to understand yourself better, improve your relationships with others, have a sense of purpose that guides your choices and allows you to become who you hope you can be. If you want to laugh more, be joyful, and find more peace and grace for your life. Then let me help you find the path that leads to "Better". It’s not easy or instantaneous, but working together, we can bring about some amazing results.
Couples and Adult Individual Therapy are my specialities. I am passionate about helping couples identify their negative patterns, express their unmet needs, and repair their relationship injuries; deepening the trust and bond they once shared as a couple. I also work with individuals to find the insights and tools they need to navigate life's challenges and transitions. I appreciate working with clients who come from a wide variety of socio-economic, racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities, not to mention ages, including students and seniors.
Couples and Adult Individual Therapy are my specialities. I am passionate about helping couples identify their negative patterns, express their unmet needs, and repair their relationship injuries; deepening the trust and bond they once shared as a couple. I also work with individuals to find the insights and tools they need to navigate life's challenges and transitions. I appreciate working with clients who come from a wide variety of socio-economic, racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities, not to mention ages, including students and seniors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (MO) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (KS) with over 11 years of experience working with teens and adults coming from diverse backgrounds providing individual, family and couples therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (MO) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (KS) with over 11 years of experience working with teens and adults coming from diverse backgrounds providing individual, family and couples therapy.
I love supporting people who want change in their lives and are willing to work for it. Those who are looking for unbiased support and guidance from a professional who is dedicated to empowering people to live fulfilling lives.
I love supporting people who want change in their lives and are willing to work for it. Those who are looking for unbiased support and guidance from a professional who is dedicated to empowering people to live fulfilling lives.
Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.