Addiction Therapists in Blue Springs, MO
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, and PTSD.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, down, or anxious and don't know what to do or where to go? Do you feel very alone and nobody else understands or has experienced what you have/or are experiencing? Are you having trouble sleeping due to looping thoughts running through your mind? Have all your old ways of coping stopped working? We all need support and guidance along our journey. Sometimes we need more than what our family and friends can provide. When circumstances happen making life more difficult, you may need some extra help. Together, you and I can find the right path and tools to get you back to feeling more like yourself.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, and PTSD.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, down, or anxious and don't know what to do or where to go? Do you feel very alone and nobody else understands or has experienced what you have/or are experiencing? Are you having trouble sleeping due to looping thoughts running through your mind? Have all your old ways of coping stopped working? We all need support and guidance along our journey. Sometimes we need more than what our family and friends can provide. When circumstances happen making life more difficult, you may need some extra help. Together, you and I can find the right path and tools to get you back to feeling more like yourself.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and addiction issues.
I work with a wide range of people all looking for real movement, not years of talking without change.
Do you feel successful on the outside but unsure where life is going?
Are you repeating patterns without knowing why or how to change?
Has someone in your life suggested you talk to a therapist?
People come to therapy when they’re struggling with relationships, social connections, or direction at work. Others repeat behaviors despite wanting to “do it differently this time.” Therapy with me focuses on getting unstuck and moving forward.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, and addiction issues.
I work with a wide range of people all looking for real movement, not years of talking without change.
Do you feel successful on the outside but unsure where life is going?
Are you repeating patterns without knowing why or how to change?
Has someone in your life suggested you talk to a therapist?
People come to therapy when they’re struggling with relationships, social connections, or direction at work. Others repeat behaviors despite wanting to “do it differently this time.” Therapy with me focuses on getting unstuck and moving forward.
Depression and Anxiety are my niche; in addition to addiction.
I am licensed in the states of Missouri, Kansas, and Utah as a LSCSW, LCSW, and LCAC. I am trained in Trauma Informed Care, CBT trained, and thoroughly trained in Motivational Interviewing/Person Centered approaches to ensure that my clients are able to make progress with issues that are important to and for them. I use modern approaches to help individuals achieve goals and make personal improvements in their lives. My passion is to help you through difficult, accomplish your goals, and have the life you want. I ALSO focus on the LGBTQIA+ community.
Depression and Anxiety are my niche; in addition to addiction.
I am licensed in the states of Missouri, Kansas, and Utah as a LSCSW, LCSW, and LCAC. I am trained in Trauma Informed Care, CBT trained, and thoroughly trained in Motivational Interviewing/Person Centered approaches to ensure that my clients are able to make progress with issues that are important to and for them. I use modern approaches to help individuals achieve goals and make personal improvements in their lives. My passion is to help you through difficult, accomplish your goals, and have the life you want. I ALSO focus on the LGBTQIA+ community.
Diakonos is a private mental health counseling center in Independence, MO since 1981. We believe in a healthy approach to healing life's problems through integrating sound principles for the mind, body & spirit. We offer compassionate care for those struggling with painful emotions, distorted thinking, and troubling behavior, as well as those desiring personal growth and more satisfying relationships. We are comfortable and experienced at integrating clients' religious & spiritual beliefs with the therapy and healing process. Treatment is personalized to meet the individual needs of each participant. Therapists are available to lead conferences and speak on topics of interest to your church, business, or organization.
Diakonos is a private mental health counseling center in Independence, MO since 1981. We believe in a healthy approach to healing life's problems through integrating sound principles for the mind, body & spirit. We offer compassionate care for those struggling with painful emotions, distorted thinking, and troubling behavior, as well as those desiring personal growth and more satisfying relationships. We are comfortable and experienced at integrating clients' religious & spiritual beliefs with the therapy and healing process. Treatment is personalized to meet the individual needs of each participant. Therapists are available to lead conferences and speak on topics of interest to your church, business, or organization.
I have many years of personal and professional experience helping others heal and grow from childhood trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Awareness is the foundation for lasting change—in both our behaviors and thought patterns. In my work, I integrate a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, including DBT, CBT, EMDR, and inner child work. I also incorporate reparenting techniques and somatic practices to help you reconnect with your body and learn to self-soothe.
I have many years of personal and professional experience helping others heal and grow from childhood trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Awareness is the foundation for lasting change—in both our behaviors and thought patterns. In my work, I integrate a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, including DBT, CBT, EMDR, and inner child work. I also incorporate reparenting techniques and somatic practices to help you reconnect with your body and learn to self-soothe.
I genuinely just want to help people, so I see adolescents (ages 12-17), adults, and couples and have experience with almost every topic including anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, stress, trauma, addiction, and relationships to name a few.
I have a more caring and compassionate approach that works to establish strategies that works for the each individual client. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and am trained in EMDR and DBT, that are used to help process trauma. I believe the relationship between the client and therapist plays a big role in the client's progress.
I genuinely just want to help people, so I see adolescents (ages 12-17), adults, and couples and have experience with almost every topic including anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, stress, trauma, addiction, and relationships to name a few.
I have a more caring and compassionate approach that works to establish strategies that works for the each individual client. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and am trained in EMDR and DBT, that are used to help process trauma. I believe the relationship between the client and therapist plays a big role in the client's progress.
Life can be challenging, especially in our fast-paced transient society. I work with adults, teens, and children of all ages. I specialize in Marriage Conflict and Parent-Child conflict with a large portion of my business devoted to adolescents. From Social Anxiety, to ADHD and chronic depression. I am trained in PLAY THERAPY, EMDR, Veteran's Deployment Psychology, CBT and much more. "Friendly, but professional," describes how most clients see me. I love what I do and look forward to working with you.
Life can be challenging, especially in our fast-paced transient society. I work with adults, teens, and children of all ages. I specialize in Marriage Conflict and Parent-Child conflict with a large portion of my business devoted to adolescents. From Social Anxiety, to ADHD and chronic depression. I am trained in PLAY THERAPY, EMDR, Veteran's Deployment Psychology, CBT and much more. "Friendly, but professional," describes how most clients see me. I love what I do and look forward to working with you.
These clients would be dealing with anxiety, depression, and addictions issues.
Since 2019 I’ve worked with a wide range of clients, from intensive residential treatment centers to private practice. I help people get unstuck and move forward, whether it’s personal struggles, family challenges, or life transitions. My therapy is direct, practical, and focused on real change.
Before becoming a therapist, I studied Finance and Economics and worked as a Healthcare Software Consultant. After years of working in Residential Treatment Centers and seeing mental health struggles up close in my family and community, I shifted my career to do work that felt meaningful and practical.
These clients would be dealing with anxiety, depression, and addictions issues.
Since 2019 I’ve worked with a wide range of clients, from intensive residential treatment centers to private practice. I help people get unstuck and move forward, whether it’s personal struggles, family challenges, or life transitions. My therapy is direct, practical, and focused on real change.
Before becoming a therapist, I studied Finance and Economics and worked as a Healthcare Software Consultant. After years of working in Residential Treatment Centers and seeing mental health struggles up close in my family and community, I shifted my career to do work that felt meaningful and practical.
I have been in practice for 30 years as a clinical psychologist. I provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I use mindfulness techniques for therapy in addition to a compassionate presence. These approaches include mindfulness to resolving situational depression, teaching clients to overcome overwhelming emotional situations, relaxation techniques to quiet your mind and body, and therapy to assist each client to function each day with calmness and clarity. I am a very proactive therapist, allowing individuals to explore their own thoughts, feelings, behavior patterns, and develop an action plan that best suits their personal growth.
I have been in practice for 30 years as a clinical psychologist. I provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I use mindfulness techniques for therapy in addition to a compassionate presence. These approaches include mindfulness to resolving situational depression, teaching clients to overcome overwhelming emotional situations, relaxation techniques to quiet your mind and body, and therapy to assist each client to function each day with calmness and clarity. I am a very proactive therapist, allowing individuals to explore their own thoughts, feelings, behavior patterns, and develop an action plan that best suits their personal growth.
Are you a Professional working in a helping industry feeling overwhelmed by the weight of your responsibilities? Perhaps you’re navigating the complexities of your career, managing the emotional toll, or simply trying to find balance in your personal and professional life. I understand the unique challenges faced by those in the helping professions. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your feelings, develop coping strategies, and regain a sense of control and purpose. Together, we can work towards healing and growth, allowing you to continue your vital work with renewed energy and resilience.
Are you a Professional working in a helping industry feeling overwhelmed by the weight of your responsibilities? Perhaps you’re navigating the complexities of your career, managing the emotional toll, or simply trying to find balance in your personal and professional life. I understand the unique challenges faced by those in the helping professions. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your feelings, develop coping strategies, and regain a sense of control and purpose. Together, we can work towards healing and growth, allowing you to continue your vital work with renewed energy and resilience.
As a military veteran, I have a passion for the military and first responder communities. I am also passionate about providing clinical Christian counseling to those who have a faith background. I became a counselor as a result of my personal journey with counseling, and it is my desire to use my life experiences to build empathy and connect with my clients in a meaningful way.
As a military veteran, I have a passion for the military and first responder communities. I am also passionate about providing clinical Christian counseling to those who have a faith background. I became a counselor as a result of my personal journey with counseling, and it is my desire to use my life experiences to build empathy and connect with my clients in a meaningful way.
Many of the people I work with are used to being the strong one for others, but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. I support adults navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions, including those with high levels of stress and responsibility. With a background in the VA system, I bring experience working with complex challenges and trauma. My approach is warm, direct, and focused on helping you build insight, coping skills, and lasting change so you can feel more grounded and in control.
Many of the people I work with are used to being the strong one for others, but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. I support adults navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, and life transitions, including those with high levels of stress and responsibility. With a background in the VA system, I bring experience working with complex challenges and trauma. My approach is warm, direct, and focused on helping you build insight, coping skills, and lasting change so you can feel more grounded and in control.
My ideal clients are individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, emotional abuse, domestic violence, unhealthy relationship patterns, or major life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can safely process difficult experiences, build healthier coping skills, strengthen boundaries, improve self-worth, and reconnect with themselves in a more empowered and authentic way.
My ideal clients are individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, emotional abuse, domestic violence, unhealthy relationship patterns, or major life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can safely process difficult experiences, build healthier coping skills, strengthen boundaries, improve self-worth, and reconnect with themselves in a more empowered and authentic way.
Are you feeling overcome by relationships, health issues, or work? Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed trying to keep up with the daily demands of life. Each of us has primary needs to feel safe, secure, protected, loved, and connected. These innate needs follow us throughout life and have a significant impact on our ability to experience life to the fullest. When our fundamental needs are not being met, we can experience significant negative emotions & stress. Our primary essential needs are satisfied physically, emotionally, psychologically, spiritually & behaviorally, but we have to be intentional and active in that process.
Are you feeling overcome by relationships, health issues, or work? Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed trying to keep up with the daily demands of life. Each of us has primary needs to feel safe, secure, protected, loved, and connected. These innate needs follow us throughout life and have a significant impact on our ability to experience life to the fullest. When our fundamental needs are not being met, we can experience significant negative emotions & stress. Our primary essential needs are satisfied physically, emotionally, psychologically, spiritually & behaviorally, but we have to be intentional and active in that process.
I work with a variety of issues including: Depression Stress/Anxiety, Marriage/Family issues, School issues with Children and Adolescents, Substance Abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Grief and Loss, Anger Control.
I work with people through a strengths based perspective lens. I use a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Reality, and Solutions Focused therapy to help people Identify and meet their goals. I have received training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma Systems Therapy.
I work with a variety of issues including: Depression Stress/Anxiety, Marriage/Family issues, School issues with Children and Adolescents, Substance Abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Grief and Loss, Anger Control.
I work with people through a strengths based perspective lens. I use a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Reality, and Solutions Focused therapy to help people Identify and meet their goals. I have received training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma Systems Therapy.
I have helped indivduals with behavioral concerns, emotion regulation, anger management, substance use and helping families learn effective communication skills and developing healthy boundaries.
Do you wonder if what you are feeling is normal? Are you having relationship concerns or feeling depressed? Are you irritable or unsure of what is going on in your life? Does your child struggle with emotion regulation or behavioral concerns? Maybe you are considering a major life change? I am here to provide you with the support and confidence you need to cope. Have you recently started questioning your life experiences, dealing with a lost loved one or need support for your child. Through counseling we can identify what you are feeling, how to deal with stress, what are healthy relationships and effective ways to cope with life.
I have helped indivduals with behavioral concerns, emotion regulation, anger management, substance use and helping families learn effective communication skills and developing healthy boundaries.
Do you wonder if what you are feeling is normal? Are you having relationship concerns or feeling depressed? Are you irritable or unsure of what is going on in your life? Does your child struggle with emotion regulation or behavioral concerns? Maybe you are considering a major life change? I am here to provide you with the support and confidence you need to cope. Have you recently started questioning your life experiences, dealing with a lost loved one or need support for your child. Through counseling we can identify what you are feeling, how to deal with stress, what are healthy relationships and effective ways to cope with life.
Let's work together and build up your strategies to manage life's stressors. Different seasons of life offer unique challenges to us all. I like to think of a session with me as us walking together talking and building on your strengths while discussing any new learning opportunities or challenging situations that have crossed your path. Life can be hard and no one should have to feel as if they have to take this walk alone. My ideal clients are far from perfect and are still more than good enough. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma. I enjoy helping others with healthy conflict resolution skills.
Let's work together and build up your strategies to manage life's stressors. Different seasons of life offer unique challenges to us all. I like to think of a session with me as us walking together talking and building on your strengths while discussing any new learning opportunities or challenging situations that have crossed your path. Life can be hard and no one should have to feel as if they have to take this walk alone. My ideal clients are far from perfect and are still more than good enough. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma. I enjoy helping others with healthy conflict resolution skills.
Certified in both trauma and substance use disorders/ addiction.
In a world full of judgment, we need someone we can be vulnerable with. We need someone we can talk to about the uncomfortable thoughts and emotions associated with fears and insecurities. We need someone we can bounce ideas off of to find perspective. In a world full of judgment, we need a nonjudgmental someone who can be kind, empathetic, and psychological educated to help us grow in self and life contentment. My 32 years of cosmetology and services industry work, along with my achievement of honors in both my BA and MA, has allowed me to build acceptance, wisdom, perspective, and awareness in my therapeutic approach.
Certified in both trauma and substance use disorders/ addiction.
In a world full of judgment, we need someone we can be vulnerable with. We need someone we can talk to about the uncomfortable thoughts and emotions associated with fears and insecurities. We need someone we can bounce ideas off of to find perspective. In a world full of judgment, we need a nonjudgmental someone who can be kind, empathetic, and psychological educated to help us grow in self and life contentment. My 32 years of cosmetology and services industry work, along with my achievement of honors in both my BA and MA, has allowed me to build acceptance, wisdom, perspective, and awareness in my therapeutic approach.
I work with a variety of issues including: Depression Stress/Anxiety, Marriage/Family issues, School issues with Children and Adolescents, Substance Abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Grief and Loss, Anger Control.
I work with people through a strengths based perspective lens. I use a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Reality, and Solutions Focused therapy to help people Identify and meet their goals. I have received training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma Systems Therapy.
I work with a variety of issues including: Depression Stress/Anxiety, Marriage/Family issues, School issues with Children and Adolescents, Substance Abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Grief and Loss, Anger Control.
I work with people through a strengths based perspective lens. I use a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Reality, and Solutions Focused therapy to help people Identify and meet their goals. I have received training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma Systems Therapy.
Sharing your story takes courage. I strive to create a safe space where you can be your authentic self. I believe in the power of vulnerability to make meaningful connections and find inner peace, acceptance, and hope for change.
Sharing your story takes courage. I strive to create a safe space where you can be your authentic self. I believe in the power of vulnerability to make meaningful connections and find inner peace, acceptance, and hope for change.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.