Therapists in Lea Manor, Kansas City, MO

I believe that most people at some time can benefit from talking with a professional about emotional problems that they are encountering, although many persons I see worry that there is something "wrong" with them and feel they should be able to improve their situations thembselves. Difficulties in relationships, problems concerning work or recovering from bad experiences can be painful parts of life and talking about them can hasten change and improvement. As we develop a relationship with one another and reflect about the problems together, over time, I have found that people discover new ways of meeting the challenges that brought them to me.

If you're reading this, I want you to know how courageous it is that you've already taken the first step: asking for help. It's something no one wants to do, but I've been there, and it can be the change you need to live the life you were meant to. Being vulnerable and brave enough to tell your story is tough. But getting you to the place where you can actually own your story, and maybe even write a new ending, is totally worth it.

Therapy is a process which affirms life and growth and a better version of ourselves. To be a therapist grants the privilege of aiding in that process. I am a seasoned therapist with a diverse clientele and very broad and deep clinical experience. I seek to join with clients in ways that are not only effective but which take into account the specific person or relationship,situation and need. I invite you to call if you would like to know more about my practice or schedule an appointment.

Hello! As of July 31, 2022, I will be semi-retiring and will no longer be taking insurance or EAP referrals. I will only be accepting new clients on a self-pay basis. If you've got troubles, large or small, maybe I can help by listening, offering some alternative perspectives and possible solutions, coaching & encouraging you in making changes along the way. I have over 30 years of experience counseling people of all ages, life styles, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. I see individuals ages 18 and up.

I believe psychotherapy is a mixture of psychoeducation (providing information to help people develop new coping and relationship skills), emotional processing (learning to identify and work through uncomfortable feelings), and corrective emotional experience (using the counseling relationship as a safe place to experiment with new interpersonal skills). I utilize a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (addressing how our thoughts and beliefs impact our emotional experience, self-image, and behavior); Family Systems Therapy (helping people gain insight into characteristic relationship patterns); and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (understanding how ways of coping developed earlier in life may not serve us well in the present).

Life can be a chore rather than a joy. Finding a therapist to help is essential and sometimes difficult. Therapy heals the invisible wounds when the relationship with your therapist is established and healthy. There are many bad therapists who have not done their own therapeutic work. I work hard on my own mental health so I can help you. I love psychotherapy and my clients can feel that. I meet with clients inside my home office which has a private entrance. I really like myself and I can help you really like yourself too.

I'm currently taking new clients who live in Missouri, Kansas, or Iowa. I take pride in providing confidential counseling sessions which are tailored to the individual needs of each client online from the comfort of your own home or office.

I value your trust in me as well as your commitment to yourself to take this first step. As we're getting to know each other, I'll help you get more familiar with your unique strengths so you may use them to make positive changes. In that process I'll do my best to help you feel heard and understood. Some reasons people seek my help include: negative self-talk, perfectionism, anxiety and panic attacks, traumatic memories, depression, obsessive thoughts, grief and loss, addiction and relationship issues. Many also see me for help changing course or making important decisions. Please visit my website: www.marybradleytherapy.com.

Maybe you find yourself between a rock and a hard place, dealing with the stress of a difficult or broken relationship, depression, anxiety, loss, or an addiction. Maybe you are going through a big life transition like a move, an empty nest, recent retirement or a job loss. Maybe you live with the effects of past trauma, feel alone and rejected, and does not have someone safe who will listen to you, and you feel exhausted, longing for change. As your counselor, I can walk alongside your while you take steps towards healing and living a more fulfilling and joyful life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Infant Massage Instructor. I have enjoyed serving individuals and families from all walks of life, in the Kansas City area and beyond, since 2006. I believe in the strength and adaptability of the human heart and I understand that building a trusting therapeutic alliance often leads to healing and a positive outlook in other facets of life.

I specialize in attachment dynamics, relationships, trauma, stress, burnout, depression and anxiety, and for over 25 years have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Do you ever feel like it is you against the world? Or wonder if there is anyone “in your corner”? This world can throw all sorts of difficulties our way and sometimes it is helpful to know you are not alone in the fight. Those difficulties may present with symptoms of depression, anxiety, fear, worthlessness, addiction, trauma, negative thinking, or loss. I understand how tempting it is to give up the fight, but I also know the joyful victory that comes with healing and freedom. I am holding hope for you even if, right now, you are not able to hope for yourself. I believe there is abundant life and wholeness for YOU!

**Currently accepting new virtual clients.** Everyone needs someone to talk to. Someone to help process feelings, emotions, experiences and events. This is normal. Life can be HARD and STRESSFUL. I can help you with that. I specialize in coaching and counseling those who have been struggling with everyday life and are trying to make a change for the better.

You're smart, successful, and seem to have it all together...yet you've lost track of who you are and what you're feeling. You wear this emotional mask on the outside, but your internal feelings and conflict tell a different story. Perhaps you're the one everyone counts on: family, friends, significant other, coworkers. Or maybe you're just feeling saturated by the stress and demands of life. Either way, you feel alone and overwhelmed. You're not sure who will understand you since you can't make sense of it yourself. Self-care is not your norm, but you've come to realize something's gotta give. It is time for a change.

My clients are highly motivated and successful in most areas of their life and just looking for something a little better.

We are all just walking each other home. While I bring a deep love for/nerd out about how we become us, you know you best. You've got the map and say where to go — I empower you to navigate, process, unpack and heal. We will work to make connections, identify patterns/themes and reframe old stories that no longer serve you. I am also trained in EMDR & approach therapy through a trauma-informed, systemic, anti-oppression lens, practicing cultural humility. I am a visionary curator of transformative experiences. If you have tried therapy before and are still struggling and/or are ready to change your trajectory, call me.

Though raised in Kansas, I received my Bachelor’s in Nursing from the University of Missouri in Columbia (Go Tigers!). I have been working in health care for over 15 years including time in intensive care, pediatrics, adolescent medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry, and addiction medicine. I received my Master’s Degree from Simmons University in Boston, MA and am board certified in both family medicine and addiction medicine with a speciality in psychiatry for all ages. I am passionate about medication assisted treatment including buprenorphine induction and titration. I have worked as a nurse practitioner in both inpatient an

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with individuals, children, teens, families and couples. I commonly work with folks from all backgrounds who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting conflicts, life transitions, and body image/weight concerns. I am passionate about destigmatizing mental health by highlighting clients’ strengths and resources!

I strive to ensure every client feels seen and cared for throughout our work together. Therapy is a process of understanding the internal and external energies beyond our awareness that guide us in both helpful and harmful ways. We all tell stories about ourselves rooted in profound moments in our lives, where the world has told us what we are worth. Through therapy we can start to tell ourselves new stories that better define who we are, what we want, and allow us to heal.