Therapists in Jackson County, MO
My clients generally reach out for help when struggling with an adjustment, a loss, or a relationship that has problems. I most often see women, during pregnancy or postpartum, or at other times of crisis or difficulty during their lives. The relationship that I form with my clients is the most important aspect of the therapy, as it is the trust and emotional safety that is the foundation for the work we will do. It is within that therapeutic relationship that a deeper understanding of oneself and change can occur.
My clients generally reach out for help when struggling with an adjustment, a loss, or a relationship that has problems. I most often see women, during pregnancy or postpartum, or at other times of crisis or difficulty during their lives. The relationship that I form with my clients is the most important aspect of the therapy, as it is the trust and emotional safety that is the foundation for the work we will do. It is within that therapeutic relationship that a deeper understanding of oneself and change can occur.
Therapy is a creative partnership. I bring to it compassion, 23 years of experience, and extensive skills in working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, and family dynamics. I believe managing life's challenges and transitions is most effective through helping clients utilize their own inner strengths and resources to change their thinking and behaviors. Through the pandemic, I came to believe that working virtually provides a variety of therapeutic advantages such as allowing the client to participate from his or her own comfortable space and without geographic limitations.
Therapy is a creative partnership. I bring to it compassion, 23 years of experience, and extensive skills in working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, and family dynamics. I believe managing life's challenges and transitions is most effective through helping clients utilize their own inner strengths and resources to change their thinking and behaviors. Through the pandemic, I came to believe that working virtually provides a variety of therapeutic advantages such as allowing the client to participate from his or her own comfortable space and without geographic limitations.
Jenna Foraker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64086
Not accepting new clients
I am an EMDRIA trained therapist, who has been in the field for over ten years. I have experience in substance abuse, family issues, co-dependency, addictions, severe anxiety and mental illnesses. I don't believe that there is any situation that can't get better, with coping skills and support. I have been a clinician since 2005. My experience in this field is extensive, I have worked with families that were in foster care, telemedicine, inpatient and outpatient substance abuse both adults and adolescents, outpatient mental health therapy,
I am an EMDRIA trained therapist, who has been in the field for over ten years. I have experience in substance abuse, family issues, co-dependency, addictions, severe anxiety and mental illnesses. I don't believe that there is any situation that can't get better, with coping skills and support. I have been a clinician since 2005. My experience in this field is extensive, I have worked with families that were in foster care, telemedicine, inpatient and outpatient substance abuse both adults and adolescents, outpatient mental health therapy,
Therapy is a collaborative process, and your therapist should feel like your teammate helping you achieve your goals. I primarily work with adults experiencing a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and/or interpersonal issues from family and relationships. I believe that mental health requires focusing not only on our thoughts and emotions, but also on our physical health and social relationships. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients because I understand that therapy must take a unique path for each individual.
Therapy is a collaborative process, and your therapist should feel like your teammate helping you achieve your goals. I primarily work with adults experiencing a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and/or interpersonal issues from family and relationships. I believe that mental health requires focusing not only on our thoughts and emotions, but also on our physical health and social relationships. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients because I understand that therapy must take a unique path for each individual.
Morgan Brueseke
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
Life is unpredictable, it's messy. Life is about learning skills that can help us tackle the big obstacles when they are thrown our way. It's important to have someone to lean on as we grow through personal struggles, and that is where I can help. Primarily, I work with female identifying clients 18+ who struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, trauma, and overall life stressors.
Life is unpredictable, it's messy. Life is about learning skills that can help us tackle the big obstacles when they are thrown our way. It's important to have someone to lean on as we grow through personal struggles, and that is where I can help. Primarily, I work with female identifying clients 18+ who struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, trauma, and overall life stressors.
Are you a high-achieving individual who might feel like something is missing in your life? Whether you're excelling in your career or personal pursuits, but still sense an emptiness or longing for deeper connections, I am here to support you. I believe in the power of meaningful connections, finding fulfillment, and healing in your journey.
Are you a high-achieving individual who might feel like something is missing in your life? Whether you're excelling in your career or personal pursuits, but still sense an emptiness or longing for deeper connections, I am here to support you. I believe in the power of meaningful connections, finding fulfillment, and healing in your journey.
Everyone has something to work through. My goal is to help those who experience Racial Trauma, General Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression, Grief and Loss, Stress and Anxiety, Trauma, and Abuse find their strength and hope.
Everyone has something to work through. My goal is to help those who experience Racial Trauma, General Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depression, Grief and Loss, Stress and Anxiety, Trauma, and Abuse find their strength and hope.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
Hello! I am currently pursuing my Master’s in Counseling at Avila University. With over a decade of experience in healthcare, I have cultivated a deep passion for helping others and a steadfast commitment to delivering compassionate, client-centered care. I have a special interest in working with older adults (seniors 65+) in the Kansas City metropolitan area, and I am particularly dedicated to providing grief support to those navigating the challenges of loss.
Hello! I am currently pursuing my Master’s in Counseling at Avila University. With over a decade of experience in healthcare, I have cultivated a deep passion for helping others and a steadfast commitment to delivering compassionate, client-centered care. I have a special interest in working with older adults (seniors 65+) in the Kansas City metropolitan area, and I am particularly dedicated to providing grief support to those navigating the challenges of loss.
Aries Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64105
Not accepting new clients
I believe everyone deserves to make sense, have a safe space to explore who they are and want to be, and figure out how to exist in the world they experience. I love to work with the LGBTQIA+, BIPOC/Multi-Racial, and athlete community. Traumas, generational trauma, relationships we have with everything around us, expectations/pressures, and oppressive systems can impact our sense of self, belonging, agency, and safety. Together we can work through your thoughts, feelings, emotions, judgements, sensations, beliefs, and memories to find your sense of self beneath the hard times you have endured.
I believe everyone deserves to make sense, have a safe space to explore who they are and want to be, and figure out how to exist in the world they experience. I love to work with the LGBTQIA+, BIPOC/Multi-Racial, and athlete community. Traumas, generational trauma, relationships we have with everything around us, expectations/pressures, and oppressive systems can impact our sense of self, belonging, agency, and safety. Together we can work through your thoughts, feelings, emotions, judgements, sensations, beliefs, and memories to find your sense of self beneath the hard times you have endured.
Jon Soileau
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64105
Knowing we can be loved exactly as we are gives us the best opportunity to grow into the healthiest people. Relational psychotherapy and counseling help restore hope and connection, even during seasons of immense pain and suffering. Having a place where you can be heard and feel known is essential while working through heavy feelings, emotions, thoughts, and difficult experiences. As therapy deepens, individuals I work with gain insight into the presenting symptoms and patterns of behavior that initially brought them to see me.
Knowing we can be loved exactly as we are gives us the best opportunity to grow into the healthiest people. Relational psychotherapy and counseling help restore hope and connection, even during seasons of immense pain and suffering. Having a place where you can be heard and feel known is essential while working through heavy feelings, emotions, thoughts, and difficult experiences. As therapy deepens, individuals I work with gain insight into the presenting symptoms and patterns of behavior that initially brought them to see me.
Meet Our Therapists
Making the choice to begin therapy is not a sign of weakness; choosing to deal with stressors is actually a sign of incredible strength. Therapy is for everyone. Life is crazy and often hard, and we are not pre-programmed with all the answers. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and unclear on how to make things better. I know that you and your relationships are worth the time and investment. My areas of specialization include working with couples to communicate more respectfully and authentically and helping adult individuals navigate life transitions.
Making the choice to begin therapy is not a sign of weakness; choosing to deal with stressors is actually a sign of incredible strength. Therapy is for everyone. Life is crazy and often hard, and we are not pre-programmed with all the answers. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and unclear on how to make things better. I know that you and your relationships are worth the time and investment. My areas of specialization include working with couples to communicate more respectfully and authentically and helping adult individuals navigate life transitions.
Hi thank you for stopping by my page. Getting to know me: I am a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia and possess a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Additionally, I hold a graduate degree in professional counseling from Webster University in St. Louis, MO. Over the years, I have specialized in the areas of substance abuse, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship conflicts, mood disorders and brief counseling. I've been doing psychotherapy and counseling for people, couples, and families for more than 25 years. With a clinical approach grounded in solution focused theory, I consider my style to be genuine,
Hi thank you for stopping by my page. Getting to know me: I am a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia and possess a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Additionally, I hold a graduate degree in professional counseling from Webster University in St. Louis, MO. Over the years, I have specialized in the areas of substance abuse, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship conflicts, mood disorders and brief counseling. I've been doing psychotherapy and counseling for people, couples, and families for more than 25 years. With a clinical approach grounded in solution focused theory, I consider my style to be genuine,
Dr. Sathya Baanu Jeevanba
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64111
Waitlist for new clients
I have a special interest in working with clients who are struggling with traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss. My approach centers on the influence of sociocultural factors in people’s presenting concerns. I find that this approach helps clients better understand the nature of their symptoms. I've also helped clients explore their authentic selves in a deeper way whether it's around gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, and/or ethnic identities. You can expect that space will be made for us to uncover parts of you that need room to exist and want to be tended to.
I have a special interest in working with clients who are struggling with traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss. My approach centers on the influence of sociocultural factors in people’s presenting concerns. I find that this approach helps clients better understand the nature of their symptoms. I've also helped clients explore their authentic selves in a deeper way whether it's around gender identity, sexual orientation, racial, and/or ethnic identities. You can expect that space will be made for us to uncover parts of you that need room to exist and want to be tended to.
Randi Lechtenberger-Mitchell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Independence, MO 64055
I am a collaborative therapist who wants to work alongside my clients to ensure their goals for therapy are being met. I believe people have the greatest capacity for change when they have a space to express emotional vulnerability while feeling safe and heard. One of my primary goals is to provide a safe and supportive environment where clients can be vulnerable as they navigate the complexities of their relationships.
I am a collaborative therapist who wants to work alongside my clients to ensure their goals for therapy are being met. I believe people have the greatest capacity for change when they have a space to express emotional vulnerability while feeling safe and heard. One of my primary goals is to provide a safe and supportive environment where clients can be vulnerable as they navigate the complexities of their relationships.
I believe that people have an innate ability to heal and that successful therapy depends on tailoring sessions to be in alignment with your unique circumstances. I have an eclectic background that enables me to draw on a valuable combination of experience, knowledge and skills. It is my goal that our time together is creative, flexible and productive.
I believe that people have an innate ability to heal and that successful therapy depends on tailoring sessions to be in alignment with your unique circumstances. I have an eclectic background that enables me to draw on a valuable combination of experience, knowledge and skills. It is my goal that our time together is creative, flexible and productive.
As a dedicated therapist, I work with individuals aged 14 and up who have had traumatic experiences and are ready to take the steps toward healing and personal growth. I understand that overcoming past experiences can feel overwhelming, but together we can create a safe space where you can process, heal, and make meaningful changes. My approach is collaborative, and I work with clients who are motivated to put in the effort to feel better, gain insight, and build resilience for the future. I believe in the power of empathy and the importance of creating a supportive, non-judgmental space for each individual.
As a dedicated therapist, I work with individuals aged 14 and up who have had traumatic experiences and are ready to take the steps toward healing and personal growth. I understand that overcoming past experiences can feel overwhelming, but together we can create a safe space where you can process, heal, and make meaningful changes. My approach is collaborative, and I work with clients who are motivated to put in the effort to feel better, gain insight, and build resilience for the future. I believe in the power of empathy and the importance of creating a supportive, non-judgmental space for each individual.
Shaleese E Rockett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Blue Springs, MO 64015
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.
I believe identity is a critical part of self-understanding and healing. For this reason, I enjoy working with folks who are looking to explore their identities which might include sexuality, gender, race, religion, physical and mental ability, and roles in society. I am cognizant that our identities shape our personal and lived experiences in the world, and this continually impacts how and what we need to heal. I approach therapy from a non-religious standpoint, but have a deep interest in how religion impacts people, including ways that it can act as a source of trauma, while also acknowledging that it can be a source of support.
I believe identity is a critical part of self-understanding and healing. For this reason, I enjoy working with folks who are looking to explore their identities which might include sexuality, gender, race, religion, physical and mental ability, and roles in society. I am cognizant that our identities shape our personal and lived experiences in the world, and this continually impacts how and what we need to heal. I approach therapy from a non-religious standpoint, but have a deep interest in how religion impacts people, including ways that it can act as a source of trauma, while also acknowledging that it can be a source of support.
My clients are real people with real issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, grief, unbearable family interactions, news fatigue, social media burnout, FOMO, emotional overwhelm, issues related to sexual orientation, and much much more. My clients want to talk and be heard by someone that is not going to judge them. Someone who will listen with compassion and interest. I offer in-person sessions in the Kansas City area and I offer telehealth services in Missouri, Florida AND Colorado!
My clients are real people with real issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, grief, unbearable family interactions, news fatigue, social media burnout, FOMO, emotional overwhelm, issues related to sexual orientation, and much much more. My clients want to talk and be heard by someone that is not going to judge them. Someone who will listen with compassion and interest. I offer in-person sessions in the Kansas City area and I offer telehealth services in Missouri, Florida AND Colorado!
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Number of Therapists in Jackson County, MO
1,000+
Average cost per session
$126
Therapists in Jackson County, MO who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 74% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 72% | Relationship Issues |
| 70% | Self Esteem |
| 69% | Stress |
| 63% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 78% | Aetna |
| 69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 66% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Jackson County, MO see their clients
| 69% | In Person and Online | |
| 31% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |