Domestic Abuse Therapists in Kansas City, MO
My experience includes assisting clients who have navigated complex issues such as suicidal ideation, domestic violence, and sexual abuse.
I am dedicated to fostering self-determination and exploration in my therapy practice. I offer a range of therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), within a holistic framework to empower individuals in their healing journey.
My experience includes assisting clients who have navigated complex issues such as suicidal ideation, domestic violence, and sexual abuse.
I am dedicated to fostering self-determination and exploration in my therapy practice. I offer a range of therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), within a holistic framework to empower individuals in their healing journey.
I have also spent many years working with survivors of domestic violence.
I believe in the strength of working together to solve life issues. Taking the first step is the hardest; finding a counselor and making the phone call. Congratulations for reaching out to find support and help.
I have also spent many years working with survivors of domestic violence.
I believe in the strength of working together to solve life issues. Taking the first step is the hardest; finding a counselor and making the phone call. Congratulations for reaching out to find support and help.
If you’re struggling with problematic sexual behavior, pornography use, infidelity, emotional affairs, or toxic relationship patterns, you may feel stuck in cycles of shame, secrecy, and emotional exhaustion. Many clients long for clarity, emotional safety, healthy intimacy, and stable connection but feel trapped by behaviors or relationships they can’t seem to change. You may be seeking freedom from depression, anxiety, isolation, broken trust, and repeated heartbreak, while wanting healthier sexuality, deeper emotional connection, and lasting relational change.
If you’re struggling with problematic sexual behavior, pornography use, infidelity, emotional affairs, or toxic relationship patterns, you may feel stuck in cycles of shame, secrecy, and emotional exhaustion. Many clients long for clarity, emotional safety, healthy intimacy, and stable connection but feel trapped by behaviors or relationships they can’t seem to change. You may be seeking freedom from depression, anxiety, isolation, broken trust, and repeated heartbreak, while wanting healthier sexuality, deeper emotional connection, and lasting relational change.
” My personal choices have lead me towards a career of advocacy and service on behalf of the abused, neglected and traumatized due to family violence and sexual assault
Provide thorough risk assessments, diagnosis, lethality, severity, and protective factors. My primary goal as an advocate, educator, and therapist is to ensure safety, assist in breaking the cycle of violence while providing clinically sound treatment that helps those most impacted to live their best life, find purpose, and influence changes where desired.
” My personal choices have lead me towards a career of advocacy and service on behalf of the abused, neglected and traumatized due to family violence and sexual assault
Provide thorough risk assessments, diagnosis, lethality, severity, and protective factors. My primary goal as an advocate, educator, and therapist is to ensure safety, assist in breaking the cycle of violence while providing clinically sound treatment that helps those most impacted to live their best life, find purpose, and influence changes where desired.
Welcome! I would love to work with you to improve your life. I've helped many people with personal growth issues. I've seen clients improve from the curve balls life has thrown at them like infidelity, health issues, infertility, and grief. I've helped clients improve their functioning while dealing with severe diagnoses of depression, bipolar and anxiety. Family peace can be restored between parents and children.
Welcome! I would love to work with you to improve your life. I've helped many people with personal growth issues. I've seen clients improve from the curve balls life has thrown at them like infidelity, health issues, infertility, and grief. I've helped clients improve their functioning while dealing with severe diagnoses of depression, bipolar and anxiety. Family peace can be restored between parents and children.
I have 5 + years of experience working with survivors of domestic abuse and enjoy being the person who says “I believe you
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I am here to walk this path with you, because everyone deserves to feel supported. I work with clients who are struggling to find their way, when life feels so heavy they don’t how to get out from under the weight. I work Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and offer in-person and virtual sessions to provide the convenience for clients who are busy with life. I would love to be able to take this journey with you!
I have 5 + years of experience working with survivors of domestic abuse and enjoy being the person who says “I believe you
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I am here to walk this path with you, because everyone deserves to feel supported. I work with clients who are struggling to find their way, when life feels so heavy they don’t how to get out from under the weight. I work Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and offer in-person and virtual sessions to provide the convenience for clients who are busy with life. I would love to be able to take this journey with you!
I help teens and adults who feel stuck in guilt, shame, and emotional overwhelm build self-trust and move forward with clarity. My goal is to help clients unpack the protective patterns that once served them but now feel limiting, building awareness and choice. My work is trauma- and shame-informed, helping you approach change with compassion rather than judgment. I also bring insight from my background in athletics as a former athlete and current coach to support those balancing performance, identity, and life transitions.
I help teens and adults who feel stuck in guilt, shame, and emotional overwhelm build self-trust and move forward with clarity. My goal is to help clients unpack the protective patterns that once served them but now feel limiting, building awareness and choice. My work is trauma- and shame-informed, helping you approach change with compassion rather than judgment. I also bring insight from my background in athletics as a former athlete and current coach to support those balancing performance, identity, and life transitions.
Hannah K Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Kansas City, MO 64118
Waitlist for new clients
I am a therapist with a social work heart. Helping others learn to love and understand themselves is my favorite part of the job. I diagnose and treat through different types of therapy such as psychotherapy, trauma informed care, DBT, CBT, Grief and Loss, Couples Therapy and numerous strengths perspective approaches. I work with adult patient's who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, personality disorders, bipolar disorders and trauma based disorders.
I am a therapist with a social work heart. Helping others learn to love and understand themselves is my favorite part of the job. I diagnose and treat through different types of therapy such as psychotherapy, trauma informed care, DBT, CBT, Grief and Loss, Couples Therapy and numerous strengths perspective approaches. I work with adult patient's who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, personality disorders, bipolar disorders and trauma based disorders.
Are you feeling lost, alone, overwhelmed or confused about how to find a direction or fulfillment in your life? Do you feel as if things are not working out for you in life the way they "should"? Therapy can truly be life changing! I believe that a warm, accepting, non-judgmental, safe place to express one's true self is invaluable. That is my approach as a therapist. I have found that each session may be a bit different. We may focus on current life circumstances, process childhood trauma, or make goals for the future. What you can expect from each therapy session is to be heard, seen, validated and sometimes gently challenged.
Are you feeling lost, alone, overwhelmed or confused about how to find a direction or fulfillment in your life? Do you feel as if things are not working out for you in life the way they "should"? Therapy can truly be life changing! I believe that a warm, accepting, non-judgmental, safe place to express one's true self is invaluable. That is my approach as a therapist. I have found that each session may be a bit different. We may focus on current life circumstances, process childhood trauma, or make goals for the future. What you can expect from each therapy session is to be heard, seen, validated and sometimes gently challenged.
Welcome! I am Melaney Courtice, LCSW, LSCSW, a neurodivergent therapist credentialed in Kansas and Missouri. I have over 20 years of clinical experience and a deep passion for working with people on trauma, identity, intimacy, loss, communication, and self-worth, with an emphasis on understanding and developing capacity. I utilize the Internal Family System (IFS) model and EMDR as the core of my approach to therapy. Still, I also draw on a range of other therapeutic techniques to ensure that my clients receive a comprehensive and person-centered treatment.
Welcome! I am Melaney Courtice, LCSW, LSCSW, a neurodivergent therapist credentialed in Kansas and Missouri. I have over 20 years of clinical experience and a deep passion for working with people on trauma, identity, intimacy, loss, communication, and self-worth, with an emphasis on understanding and developing capacity. I utilize the Internal Family System (IFS) model and EMDR as the core of my approach to therapy. Still, I also draw on a range of other therapeutic techniques to ensure that my clients receive a comprehensive and person-centered treatment.
As an abuse survivor living with OCD, chronic illness, & physical disabilities, I have a high level of empathy for marginalized communities & trauma clients.
I help clients ages 13-45 with trauma, anxiety, & OCD. I believe in treating everyone with respect & empathy, regardless of background. Working with people from marginalized populations (2S-LGBTQIA+, women's issues, religious trauma, racism, medical issues/disabilies, adults from immigrant families, etc.) is a passion of mine, but I am happy to work with those who are not part of these populations as well. I offer half-hour or full-hour virtual sessions for all concerns, and can also offer 3-hour intensive trauma-processing sessions. I am starting a new therapy group in August for women ages 18-45 with chronic pain/illness.
As an abuse survivor living with OCD, chronic illness, & physical disabilities, I have a high level of empathy for marginalized communities & trauma clients.
I help clients ages 13-45 with trauma, anxiety, & OCD. I believe in treating everyone with respect & empathy, regardless of background. Working with people from marginalized populations (2S-LGBTQIA+, women's issues, religious trauma, racism, medical issues/disabilies, adults from immigrant families, etc.) is a passion of mine, but I am happy to work with those who are not part of these populations as well. I offer half-hour or full-hour virtual sessions for all concerns, and can also offer 3-hour intensive trauma-processing sessions. I am starting a new therapy group in August for women ages 18-45 with chronic pain/illness.
As a mental health therapist, I am committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. I believe that healing happens within authentic connection, and I work to build a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, respect, and curiosity. My approach is client-centered and integrative, drawing from evidence-based practices while honoring each person’s unique lived experience. Whether clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relational challenges, my goal is to support meaningful growth and sustainable change.
As a mental health therapist, I am committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered. I believe that healing happens within authentic connection, and I work to build a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, respect, and curiosity. My approach is client-centered and integrative, drawing from evidence-based practices while honoring each person’s unique lived experience. Whether clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or relational challenges, my goal is to support meaningful growth and sustainable change.
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I can help any person who has lost the thread of meaning in their life. A person who might even be asking themselves, What is the point of continuing on? There might be past traumas, depression and/or anxiety, perhaps harmful behaviors they can't seem to shake. There might be a great deal of fear. But ultimately, they need a fresh perspective on what it means for them to be alive, and to regain the sense that their choices matter.
I can help any person who has lost the thread of meaning in their life. A person who might even be asking themselves, What is the point of continuing on? There might be past traumas, depression and/or anxiety, perhaps harmful behaviors they can't seem to shake. There might be a great deal of fear. But ultimately, they need a fresh perspective on what it means for them to be alive, and to regain the sense that their choices matter.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and families who are ready for meaningful change. If you’re navigating addictive behaviors or substance use, anger, anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief and loss, OCD, PTSD or trauma, attachment wounds, codependency, or spiritual and religious confusion, you’re not alone—and you’re exactly the kind of person I’m passionate about helping. Together, we can explore your past with compassion, make sense of your experiences, and build a future that feels grounded, empowered, and authentic.
I work with adolescents, young adults, and families who are ready for meaningful change. If you’re navigating addictive behaviors or substance use, anger, anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief and loss, OCD, PTSD or trauma, attachment wounds, codependency, or spiritual and religious confusion, you’re not alone—and you’re exactly the kind of person I’m passionate about helping. Together, we can explore your past with compassion, make sense of your experiences, and build a future that feels grounded, empowered, and authentic.
Hey there! I am a clinical mental health therapist who provides individual therapy using a variety of approaches to meet your unique needs and goals. I help women heal from trauma and navigate relationships. I provide a private, confidential safe environment that promotes healing and personal growth.
Hey there! I am a clinical mental health therapist who provides individual therapy using a variety of approaches to meet your unique needs and goals. I help women heal from trauma and navigate relationships. I provide a private, confidential safe environment that promotes healing and personal growth.
Life can feel incredibly heavy and overwhelming when you are trying to hold everything together on your own. You might have noticed a constant underlying worry, feeling disconnected from the people you love or just feeling deeply stuck in the same old frustrating routines. It takes an immense amount of courage to admit that you need a safe space to just breathe, slow down, and sort through it all.
Life can feel incredibly heavy and overwhelming when you are trying to hold everything together on your own. You might have noticed a constant underlying worry, feeling disconnected from the people you love or just feeling deeply stuck in the same old frustrating routines. It takes an immense amount of courage to admit that you need a safe space to just breathe, slow down, and sort through it all.
Welcome! Whether you are a pro at skimming therapy sites or are just getting started for the first time, assessing for a good fit is important. Take a breath, you’ve got this.
I work best with high-achievers who have "intellectualized" their way through life, the queer community, and neurospicy folks tired of masking. My ideal client is someone navigating life outside traditional social scripts or managing the deep complexities of finding their own way. If you find yourself over-analyzing but still struggling to feel better, or if you need a space where your identity is celebrated rather than explained, we will be a great fit.
Welcome! Whether you are a pro at skimming therapy sites or are just getting started for the first time, assessing for a good fit is important. Take a breath, you’ve got this.
I work best with high-achievers who have "intellectualized" their way through life, the queer community, and neurospicy folks tired of masking. My ideal client is someone navigating life outside traditional social scripts or managing the deep complexities of finding their own way. If you find yourself over-analyzing but still struggling to feel better, or if you need a space where your identity is celebrated rather than explained, we will be a great fit.
Feeling stuck, apathetic, overwhelmed, angry, worried, depressed, anxious, hopeless, or disconnected is exhausting and isolating. Many of our systems are designed to keep you this way, and you deserve more. I believe every person has an innate resilience, that helps us adapt to an ever changing world. I work to meet people where they are, connecting to the strength, courage, and insight already present and exploring areas for transformation and growth.
Feeling stuck, apathetic, overwhelmed, angry, worried, depressed, anxious, hopeless, or disconnected is exhausting and isolating. Many of our systems are designed to keep you this way, and you deserve more. I believe every person has an innate resilience, that helps us adapt to an ever changing world. I work to meet people where they are, connecting to the strength, courage, and insight already present and exploring areas for transformation and growth.
Life can be hard sometimes and full of stress, but my goal is to help provide a sense of inner peace and increase in happiness. I am passionate about the body and mind connection and identifying ways to improve overall happiness to live your best life. Life is meant to be lived and to feel empowered. Finding your own inner strength through improvement in mood, cognitions, and overall well-being. Having a safe space to talk and improve self growth and awareness is critical to improvement in daily functioning. My favorite saying is happiness is good for the soul and finding out that you are capable of that is my motivation!
Life can be hard sometimes and full of stress, but my goal is to help provide a sense of inner peace and increase in happiness. I am passionate about the body and mind connection and identifying ways to improve overall happiness to live your best life. Life is meant to be lived and to feel empowered. Finding your own inner strength through improvement in mood, cognitions, and overall well-being. Having a safe space to talk and improve self growth and awareness is critical to improvement in daily functioning. My favorite saying is happiness is good for the soul and finding out that you are capable of that is my motivation!
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.