Domestic Abuse Therapists in Kansas City, MO
Im motivated to work with clients that want to improve an aspect of their life, to change a behavior, to adjust their way of thinking or to just talk about stressful or confusing things in their life. V
Im motivated to work with clients that want to improve an aspect of their life, to change a behavior, to adjust their way of thinking or to just talk about stressful or confusing things in their life. V
I specialize in working with adults, young adults, and adolescent (14+) with a variety of issues, including trauma, PTSD, substance use disorder, intellectual disabilities, anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management, and improving self-esteem.
I specialize in working with adults, young adults, and adolescent (14+) with a variety of issues, including trauma, PTSD, substance use disorder, intellectual disabilities, anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management, and improving self-esteem.
As a therapist and clinical supervisor, Stan provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions through an attachment-theory lens. He values a multidisciplinary, treatment-team approach and honors each person's uniqueness, working holistically across the psychological, emotional, spiritual, and relational dimensions of life. Modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Attachment Theory. He considers it a privilege to walk alongside individuals through the healing process as they reach their goals.
As a therapist and clinical supervisor, Stan provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions through an attachment-theory lens. He values a multidisciplinary, treatment-team approach and honors each person's uniqueness, working holistically across the psychological, emotional, spiritual, and relational dimensions of life. Modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Attachment Theory. He considers it a privilege to walk alongside individuals through the healing process as they reach their goals.
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.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Kansas City, MO 64153
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment ( violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment ( violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
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.
Vanessa Wray Knight
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CCMHC
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64105
I’d be honored to help. Specializations are below and listed on website full bio. I'm a Clinical Professional Counselor in MO & KS, Nationally Certified Counselor, National Clinical Mental Health Counselor (board-certifications), co-owner of Secure Clinics. Those who work with me are usually having relationship difficulties, trauma complications, or have pain from losses and want internal peace & secure attachments to others (partners, children, parents, friends). I've lived in KC for 20 years with my husband, 4 children, 2 dogs, 3 cats, 1 bearded dragon, and a flock of backyard chickens!
I’d be honored to help. Specializations are below and listed on website full bio. I'm a Clinical Professional Counselor in MO & KS, Nationally Certified Counselor, National Clinical Mental Health Counselor (board-certifications), co-owner of Secure Clinics. Those who work with me are usually having relationship difficulties, trauma complications, or have pain from losses and want internal peace & secure attachments to others (partners, children, parents, friends). I've lived in KC for 20 years with my husband, 4 children, 2 dogs, 3 cats, 1 bearded dragon, and a flock of backyard chickens!
As an abuse survivor living with OCD, chronic illness, & physical disabilities, I have a high level of empathy for marginalized communities & trauma clients.
Able to see clients in Missouri, New Jersey, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Utah! 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.
As an abuse survivor living with OCD, chronic illness, & physical disabilities, I have a high level of empathy for marginalized communities & trauma clients.
Able to see clients in Missouri, New Jersey, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Utah! 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.
You've spent so much of your life caring for others that you've forgotten what it feels like to simply be yourself. Therapy offers a space to reconnect with your authentic self. I blend evidence-based therapeutic approaches, parts work, integration, and ancient healing wisdom to support deep healing and lasting transformation. Together, we'll release what no longer serves you, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and cultivate greater balance, joy, resilience, and purpose. For some, this journey is a return to themselves; for others, it's discovering who they truly are for the very first time.
Healing is possible. I am here for you.
You've spent so much of your life caring for others that you've forgotten what it feels like to simply be yourself. Therapy offers a space to reconnect with your authentic self. I blend evidence-based therapeutic approaches, parts work, integration, and ancient healing wisdom to support deep healing and lasting transformation. Together, we'll release what no longer serves you, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and cultivate greater balance, joy, resilience, and purpose. For some, this journey is a return to themselves; for others, it's discovering who they truly are for the very first time.
Healing is possible. I am here for you.
I work with veterans, neurodivergent clients, LGBTQ+ folks, and people in non-traditional or poly relationships. People who don’t fit neatly into cookie-cutter boxes. People who kept trying to grind through it and realized that shit doesn’t actually heal anything. If you’re carrying wounds, stuck in the same damn cycles, or barely holding things together while everything underneath feels like it’s falling apart, you’re not alone.
I offer telehealth in Missouri and Oregon, and to Florida clients under my out-of-state telehealth registration. We’ll work through it, make sense of the patterns, and help you get unstuck.
I work with veterans, neurodivergent clients, LGBTQ+ folks, and people in non-traditional or poly relationships. People who don’t fit neatly into cookie-cutter boxes. People who kept trying to grind through it and realized that shit doesn’t actually heal anything. If you’re carrying wounds, stuck in the same damn cycles, or barely holding things together while everything underneath feels like it’s falling apart, you’re not alone.
I offer telehealth in Missouri and Oregon, and to Florida clients under my out-of-state telehealth registration. We’ll work through it, make sense of the patterns, and help you get unstuck.
I have worked in substance use, domestic violence, and mental health fields previously.
My areas of expertise are trauma and ptsd, chronic illness and physical disabilities, stress, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety, etc.). I am a secular therapist and provide telehealth services throughout Missouri and in person services in Kansas City, MO. Additionally, I have experience in working with chronic pain, burnout, existential, identity, and career concerns. I also have extensive experience working with other helping or health professionals including other therapists, nurses, social workers, among a variety of other clinicians
I have worked in substance use, domestic violence, and mental health fields previously.
My areas of expertise are trauma and ptsd, chronic illness and physical disabilities, stress, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety, etc.). I am a secular therapist and provide telehealth services throughout Missouri and in person services in Kansas City, MO. Additionally, I have experience in working with chronic pain, burnout, existential, identity, and career concerns. I also have extensive experience working with other helping or health professionals including other therapists, nurses, social workers, among a variety of other clinicians
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Kansas City, MO 64131
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment ( violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment ( violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Psychological evaluations / assessments can be utilized to determine eligibility for specific services or accommodations in school or the workplace. They may be required by a court order or in legal/forensic cases. Also, a psychological evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
My name is Debra Younger and I am a trauma informed therapist working with all types of traumatic experiences, including natural and man made disasters, PTSD, CPTSD and general trauma.
I am committed to offering a safe, supportive, and caring space where you can gently explore and address your life’s challenges. Whether you are wrestling with self-esteem concerns, harsh inner critic voices, depression, anxiety, early childhood trauma, attachment wounds, spiritual struggles, work/life balance, anger management, emotional regulation, grief and loss, military or first responder trauma, PTSD, or CPTSD.
My name is Debra Younger and I am a trauma informed therapist working with all types of traumatic experiences, including natural and man made disasters, PTSD, CPTSD and general trauma.
I am committed to offering a safe, supportive, and caring space where you can gently explore and address your life’s challenges. Whether you are wrestling with self-esteem concerns, harsh inner critic voices, depression, anxiety, early childhood trauma, attachment wounds, spiritual struggles, work/life balance, anger management, emotional regulation, grief and loss, military or first responder trauma, PTSD, or CPTSD.
Some of us experience difficulties from the time we are little children- trauma, abuse, neglect.
My specialty is depth psychology, also known as Jungian or Transpersonal, finding the unity in your body, mind and spirit. We will use art and dreams as a doorway to your healing.. Other tools are somatic work, breath work, and focusing on the present moment. You decide what tools we use to help you to live a more fulfilling life.
Some of us experience difficulties from the time we are little children- trauma, abuse, neglect.
My specialty is depth psychology, also known as Jungian or Transpersonal, finding the unity in your body, mind and spirit. We will use art and dreams as a doorway to your healing.. Other tools are somatic work, breath work, and focusing on the present moment. You decide what tools we use to help you to live a more fulfilling life.
I have extensive experience as a school counselor, domestic abuse, substance abuse, the LGBT community, and juvenile/adult criminal justice system with crisis intervention.
Virtual Only: I specialize in providing clients with a unique approach to helping them reach specific life goals. I will help you recognize problems and take action to decrease or eliminate potential impacts to your emotional well-being. My customized approach, tailored to individual needs, allows me to help you create achievable goals that are based on your needs and lifestyle. I use state-of-the-art tools to identify your issues easily and effectively. I am committed to helping you make fluid movement in your life. I am licensed to provide services in 3 states:Texas, Missouri and Minnesota.
I have extensive experience as a school counselor, domestic abuse, substance abuse, the LGBT community, and juvenile/adult criminal justice system with crisis intervention.
Virtual Only: I specialize in providing clients with a unique approach to helping them reach specific life goals. I will help you recognize problems and take action to decrease or eliminate potential impacts to your emotional well-being. My customized approach, tailored to individual needs, allows me to help you create achievable goals that are based on your needs and lifestyle. I use state-of-the-art tools to identify your issues easily and effectively. I am committed to helping you make fluid movement in your life. I am licensed to provide services in 3 states:Texas, Missouri and Minnesota.
Therapy is a collaboration where we discover creative solutions to your problems, find strong clarity, and discover your truth and powerful, inner voice. I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit and the ability we all have to rise above adversity and intentionally craft our lives. My approach is eclectic and I use solution-focused, evidence-based methods in addition to traditional modalities such as mindfulness and somatic practices. Therapy isn't about finding out what is "wrong" with you. At the heart of it, it is about learning, understanding, and discovering the beauty and courage that has been inside all along.
Therapy is a collaboration where we discover creative solutions to your problems, find strong clarity, and discover your truth and powerful, inner voice. I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit and the ability we all have to rise above adversity and intentionally craft our lives. My approach is eclectic and I use solution-focused, evidence-based methods in addition to traditional modalities such as mindfulness and somatic practices. Therapy isn't about finding out what is "wrong" with you. At the heart of it, it is about learning, understanding, and discovering the beauty and courage that has been inside all along.
I am a proud graduate of the University of Missouri, and throughout my career, I have had the privilege of providing care in diverse fields, including community mental health, substance use treatment, corrections, and intimate partner violence.
My approach is rooted in developing a safe, compassionate, and holistic environment where you can untangle troubling thoughts, gain clarity, and address the obstacles standing in your way. Through open discussion, goal setting, and tailored therapeutic techniques, I work with you to uncover solutions that empower you to live a happier, healthier life.
I am a proud graduate of the University of Missouri, and throughout my career, I have had the privilege of providing care in diverse fields, including community mental health, substance use treatment, corrections, and intimate partner violence.
My approach is rooted in developing a safe, compassionate, and holistic environment where you can untangle troubling thoughts, gain clarity, and address the obstacles standing in your way. Through open discussion, goal setting, and tailored therapeutic techniques, I work with you to uncover solutions that empower you to live a happier, healthier life.
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.
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.
Lara
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-CO, LCPC-KS, LPC-MO, LCAC-KS, LMHC-NY
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64106
I believe that we all reach places in our lives where we are learning, unlearning and possibly relearning the existential areas of: who am I, what do I want, and what are my barriers & blind spots? Some may need support identifying or answering these questions cause they can be overwhelming. We often develop limitations in efforts to cope with grief, stress, control, hurt & relationships. So do you wonder,"What might be getting in my way or holding me back?", or "What I am avoiding?" or "Do I want to be more effective in my relationship?" Therapy can support you when you are answering these incredibly rich questions for yourself.
I believe that we all reach places in our lives where we are learning, unlearning and possibly relearning the existential areas of: who am I, what do I want, and what are my barriers & blind spots? Some may need support identifying or answering these questions cause they can be overwhelming. We often develop limitations in efforts to cope with grief, stress, control, hurt & relationships. So do you wonder,"What might be getting in my way or holding me back?", or "What I am avoiding?" or "Do I want to be more effective in my relationship?" Therapy can support you when you are answering these incredibly rich questions for yourself.
Do you find yourself moving through your days without a sense of safety? Are you carrying a deep sense of hopelessness? Have past experiences of trauma left you feeling disconnected from your body or unsure how to move forward? I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex trauma, grief, religious harm, or those seeking healing through a somatic, body-centered approach. I offer a genuine presence and a caring, compassionate, and supportive environment where you can slow down and feel seen.
Do you find yourself moving through your days without a sense of safety? Are you carrying a deep sense of hopelessness? Have past experiences of trauma left you feeling disconnected from your body or unsure how to move forward? I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex trauma, grief, religious harm, or those seeking healing through a somatic, body-centered approach. I offer a genuine presence and a caring, compassionate, and supportive environment where you can slow down and feel seen.
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