Family Therapy in Kansas City, MO

I work with adults, couples, and older teens with many presenting issues. Clients work on grief and loss, including miscarriage, as well as depression and/or anxiety, and phobias, including driving phobia. I work with people with substance abuse & other addictions including smoking, shoplifting and gambling. I utilize EMDR to desensitize traumatic emotions. My practice is welcoming to clients with suicidal ideation, prior attempts, or family survivors. I help couples learn effective communication skills, explore infidelity, sexual issues, & the viability of their relationship. I welcome fellow therapists and other professionals.

My approach to psychotherapy is largely informed by the Analytical Psychology of Carl Jung. I believe in a theory of personal development that emphasizes the integration of all parts of the self into an experience of personal wholeness. This work is often referred to as "depth" psychology because it requires some familiarity and/or curiosity about one's own inner-world. We may explore the symbolic direction of dreams, psychological complexes, relationship patterns, family of origin dynamics, personal self-concepts, trauma histories, spiritual sensibilities, identity issues, personal purpose, & how the psyche manifests in the body.

As a clinician that specializes in both Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders, I love to work with my clients on finding the tools and skills to tackle the roller coasters that come with life, especially in the journey of becoming a parent. Growing a family can be full of twists, turns, ups and downs, often creating heartache, grief, depression, anxiety and a whole host of other challenges before during and after a baby and within the context of your relationships. I take the approach of walking with you to empower and support you and your family in reaching your goals, whatever that looks like.

Therapy: At this time I am not accepting therapy cases. This page will be updated when my therapy caseload opens again. Testing Ages 1-19: Are you looking for testing for Autism, ADHD, Learning Disability, Giftedness, Personality Disorder or finding a diagnosis? You are in the right place! Visit my website for details on how to get scheduled for testing.

Trauma can be overwhelming and life altering. Trauma can stop you from moving forward in life and affect areas of your life and relationships. No matter the story, help is available to assist you in navigating through your trauma narrative and give you the tools necessary to become happy, healthy and thriving. Processing through traumatic events is no easy task; being brave enough to try and seek out help is no small feat. I already admire your bravery and courage. I consider it an honor to walk alongside you and empower you to do hard things- because you can!