Parenting Therapists in Independence, MO
I recognize that each person needs something different from the therapy process. My approach combines elements of client centered and cognitive behavioral therapy. I tailor these elements to meet the individual needs of each client I see. I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals of all ages.
I recognize that each person needs something different from the therapy process. My approach combines elements of client centered and cognitive behavioral therapy. I tailor these elements to meet the individual needs of each client I see. I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals of all ages.
I work with couples and families on relationship issues including marital and divorce issues, parent child difficulties, and sexual difficulties as they relate to the couple's relationship.
I have extensive experience working with chronic and severe mental health and physical problems. I have taught graduate and undergraduate psychology courses for local college and universities. For clients not using insurance/self pay,
I work with couples and families on relationship issues including marital and divorce issues, parent child difficulties, and sexual difficulties as they relate to the couple's relationship.
I have extensive experience working with chronic and severe mental health and physical problems. I have taught graduate and undergraduate psychology courses for local college and universities. For clients not using insurance/self pay,
I’m drawn to working with couples who are in the thick of parenting, especially those navigating blended families or more complex family dynamics.
I want couples to feel safe, understood, and not alone in what they’re going through. More than anything, I hope they leave feeling like there is a way forward, no matter what season they’re in, and that we can work toward that together in a practical, meaningful way.
I’m drawn to working with couples who are in the thick of parenting, especially those navigating blended families or more complex family dynamics.
I want couples to feel safe, understood, and not alone in what they’re going through. More than anything, I hope they leave feeling like there is a way forward, no matter what season they’re in, and that we can work toward that together in a practical, meaningful way.
Your family may be feeling like it is being turned upside down as your developing young adult struggles to find their place in the world. I work within the family system to re-establish the balance that is necessary for a healthy, growing family and find order within the chaos. Teens and young people may appear to be rebelling; fighting back against all of the families efforts to offer guidance and support. We can work together to turn this energy into a productivity and success in academic, social, and all other aspects of life.
Your family may be feeling like it is being turned upside down as your developing young adult struggles to find their place in the world. I work within the family system to re-establish the balance that is necessary for a healthy, growing family and find order within the chaos. Teens and young people may appear to be rebelling; fighting back against all of the families efforts to offer guidance and support. We can work together to turn this energy into a productivity and success in academic, social, and all other aspects of life.
Imagine a space where you don’t have to explain or defend how you feel—where your experiences are met with genuine understanding and compassion. Therapy can be that space. Your story matters here, and your journey is honored at every step. In our work together, there is no judgment—only curiosity, respect, and care. Your thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences guide our sessions, shaping a process that feels collaborative and meaningful to you. Together, we’ll explore patterns, uncover strengths, and create room for growth and transformation.
Imagine a space where you don’t have to explain or defend how you feel—where your experiences are met with genuine understanding and compassion. Therapy can be that space. Your story matters here, and your journey is honored at every step. In our work together, there is no judgment—only curiosity, respect, and care. Your thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences guide our sessions, shaping a process that feels collaborative and meaningful to you. Together, we’ll explore patterns, uncover strengths, and create room for growth and transformation.
Kansas City Psychology Center, LLC provides a wide range of clinical services, including psychological assessment, evidence-based treatment, consultation, and mediation. Our services are best suited for individuals who expect the same high quality of mental health assessment and treatment they would expect when receiving quality care for medical conditions. They can expect to be well-informed of the methods and typical course and likely outcome of treatment. Contact us to set up a free phone consultation if you have any questions with regard to how evidence-based treatments might be different from your prior treatment experiences.
Kansas City Psychology Center, LLC provides a wide range of clinical services, including psychological assessment, evidence-based treatment, consultation, and mediation. Our services are best suited for individuals who expect the same high quality of mental health assessment and treatment they would expect when receiving quality care for medical conditions. They can expect to be well-informed of the methods and typical course and likely outcome of treatment. Contact us to set up a free phone consultation if you have any questions with regard to how evidence-based treatments might be different from your prior treatment experiences.
I have experience working with individual clients across all age groups, as well as with parent/child and family/partner relationships.
Yes! I am currently accepting new clients! I believe that the most important part of therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My primary objective as your therapist is to cultivate a trusting relationship with you, fostering an environment where you can freely, securely express yourself, especially on sensitive and more challenging topics within your life. I utilize an eclectic approach to meet your needs and encourage the use of your own strengths to help reach your goals and uncover your full potential.
I have experience working with individual clients across all age groups, as well as with parent/child and family/partner relationships.
Yes! I am currently accepting new clients! I believe that the most important part of therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My primary objective as your therapist is to cultivate a trusting relationship with you, fostering an environment where you can freely, securely express yourself, especially on sensitive and more challenging topics within your life. I utilize an eclectic approach to meet your needs and encourage the use of your own strengths to help reach your goals and uncover your full potential.
* I am an experienced clinical psychologist who has spent 15 years developing my knowledge and skills for addressing problems that occur in families such as problematic parent-child dynamics.
My approach to treating you or your family depends on your presenting problems and what techniques seem to work best for you. I am an eclectic therapist and have been trained in several specific techniques and models. I would be happy to go over these with you in more detail so that we can collaborate to develop a treatment plan.
* I am an experienced clinical psychologist who has spent 15 years developing my knowledge and skills for addressing problems that occur in families such as problematic parent-child dynamics.
My approach to treating you or your family depends on your presenting problems and what techniques seem to work best for you. I am an eclectic therapist and have been trained in several specific techniques and models. I would be happy to go over these with you in more detail so that we can collaborate to develop a treatment plan.
Amy Cox Neurodiversity Affirming
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, RPT™
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Whether it’s anxiety, burnout, ADHD, Autism, relationship stress, parenting challenges, or just feeling overwhelmed, I help kids, adults, couples, and families slow down, reconnect with themselves, and find a steadier way forward.
You’re doing your best—but it still feels like too much sometimes.
Maybe some days you're knocking it out of the park, and other days you’re struggling just to send an email, fold the laundry, or get your kid out the door without a meltdown (theirs or yours). You might find yourself stuck in cycles of overthinking, people-pleasing, snapping at loved ones, or completely shutting down—and wondering, Why is this so hard?
If this sounds like you (or your child, partner, or family), you're not broken. You're human—and you're not alone.
Whether it’s anxiety, burnout, ADHD, Autism, relationship stress, parenting challenges, or just feeling overwhelmed, I help kids, adults, couples, and families slow down, reconnect with themselves, and find a steadier way forward.
You’re doing your best—but it still feels like too much sometimes.
Maybe some days you're knocking it out of the park, and other days you’re struggling just to send an email, fold the laundry, or get your kid out the door without a meltdown (theirs or yours). You might find yourself stuck in cycles of overthinking, people-pleasing, snapping at loved ones, or completely shutting down—and wondering, Why is this so hard?
If this sounds like you (or your child, partner, or family), you're not broken. You're human—and you're not alone.
Sarah Ehlers, LCSW LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
You deserve to feel empowered and therapy is a great way to further explore all the possibilities your life holds for you. Therapy is a journey. My role as therapist is to provide you with safe, nurturing guidance as you seek personal growth and inner peace. I believe that everyone is capable of change and has the power to choose differently, thus increasing self-fulfillment and joy in their life. I offer a warm, caring atmosphere for you to explore your wants and needs, increase awareness of barriers to meeting those wants and needs, and feel supported in making changes.
You deserve to feel empowered and therapy is a great way to further explore all the possibilities your life holds for you. Therapy is a journey. My role as therapist is to provide you with safe, nurturing guidance as you seek personal growth and inner peace. I believe that everyone is capable of change and has the power to choose differently, thus increasing self-fulfillment and joy in their life. I offer a warm, caring atmosphere for you to explore your wants and needs, increase awareness of barriers to meeting those wants and needs, and feel supported in making changes.
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