Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Lake Waukomis, MO
I am formally trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and I enjoy incorporating Attachment Theory and Jungian psychology where appropriate.
I enjoy helping clients look inward, understand their role in the challenges they face, and identify innate strengths they can use to overcome them. We generally make peace with what we understand, so when unease seems to persist in our lives, it can often point to something internal that we have yet to acknowledge. My aim is simply to help others identify and integrate these parts of themselves into their lives.
I am formally trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and I enjoy incorporating Attachment Theory and Jungian psychology where appropriate.
I enjoy helping clients look inward, understand their role in the challenges they face, and identify innate strengths they can use to overcome them. We generally make peace with what we understand, so when unease seems to persist in our lives, it can often point to something internal that we have yet to acknowledge. My aim is simply to help others identify and integrate these parts of themselves into their lives.
Katie Kephart
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHA, MA, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide mental health counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. Areas of special interest include eating disorders, complex trauma, and emotional abuse and neglect. I also enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxiety and mood disorder symptoms.
I provide mental health counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. Areas of special interest include eating disorders, complex trauma, and emotional abuse and neglect. I also enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxiety and mood disorder symptoms.
Brian J Abbott Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am passionate about helping people who struggle with anxiety, addiction, developmental trauma, depression, and relational issues. At the core of my approach is an attitude of warmth, acceptance, and faith in my client's innate capacity for healing and transformation. Often people come to therapy with a sense of disempowerment. The impulse to reach out in hope of finding a caring, safe, or 'true other' shows your innate wisdom and strength. We are all in desperate need of help and connection. The hope is that we can do more than just survive.
I am passionate about helping people who struggle with anxiety, addiction, developmental trauma, depression, and relational issues. At the core of my approach is an attitude of warmth, acceptance, and faith in my client's innate capacity for healing and transformation. Often people come to therapy with a sense of disempowerment. The impulse to reach out in hope of finding a caring, safe, or 'true other' shows your innate wisdom and strength. We are all in desperate need of help and connection. The hope is that we can do more than just survive.
Megan Buchholz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, TLHT, ACHT
Verified Verified
Serves Area
If you are looking for an “out of the box” type of counselor, then I would love to work with you. Therapy is about meeting you where you are and if that means you need a listening ear as you process something deep, someone to help guide you to the best possible you, or someone who is going to hold you accountable, than look no further, because that is exactly what you will get. Therapy is not one size fits all, so I use many different modalities of therapy to help you navigate life’s ebbs and flows.
If you are looking for an “out of the box” type of counselor, then I would love to work with you. Therapy is about meeting you where you are and if that means you need a listening ear as you process something deep, someone to help guide you to the best possible you, or someone who is going to hold you accountable, than look no further, because that is exactly what you will get. Therapy is not one size fits all, so I use many different modalities of therapy to help you navigate life’s ebbs and flows.
With an eclectic Music Therapy approach informed by DBT, CBT, TF- CBT, mindfulness, sand play, and Theraplay; sessions are created to provide the support you are seeking.
In client-centered Music Therapy, the client informs the interaction. Music Therapy works to address what we want to change by combining speech, movement, and body based interventions. This method of treatment works to quickly address the reflexive parts of the brain (where our survival instincts and fight or flight responses live). As a therapist, I'm there to provide support, expertise, and guidance! This type of therapeutic interaction can be especially accessible if talking about an event or identifying something specific is challenging.
With an eclectic Music Therapy approach informed by DBT, CBT, TF- CBT, mindfulness, sand play, and Theraplay; sessions are created to provide the support you are seeking.
In client-centered Music Therapy, the client informs the interaction. Music Therapy works to address what we want to change by combining speech, movement, and body based interventions. This method of treatment works to quickly address the reflexive parts of the brain (where our survival instincts and fight or flight responses live). As a therapist, I'm there to provide support, expertise, and guidance! This type of therapeutic interaction can be especially accessible if talking about an event or identifying something specific is challenging.
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Stephanie M Wideman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I draw a majority of my clinical approaches heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) aligning them with Biblical principles (if that resonants as a piece to your journey).
I am very glad you are here. Take a moment. Yes, right now, take a deep breath. Today, you showed up. You are here and willing to consider taking the next step. Welcome! My name is Stephanie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in both Missouri & California as well as a Certified Life Coach. Clients seeking Christian counseling for stress, anxiety, depression, women's issues, relationships, and more will find hope, encouragement, courage, and support as we work to explore emotions, develop coping and communication skills, and build the life you seek.
I draw a majority of my clinical approaches heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) aligning them with Biblical principles (if that resonants as a piece to your journey).
I am very glad you are here. Take a moment. Yes, right now, take a deep breath. Today, you showed up. You are here and willing to consider taking the next step. Welcome! My name is Stephanie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in both Missouri & California as well as a Certified Life Coach. Clients seeking Christian counseling for stress, anxiety, depression, women's issues, relationships, and more will find hope, encouragement, courage, and support as we work to explore emotions, develop coping and communication skills, and build the life you seek.
Donna J Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Platte City, MO 64079
I take a Cognitive Behavior and Client Centered approach to therapy.
I am passionate about providing healing and supportive counseling services to my Clients. I provide individual, family, and couples counseling. My focus is on working with people who experience symptoms of PTSD, gender dysphoria, depression, anxiety, LGBT Issues, behavior disorders, and adjustment to life's ever changing stresses. Each person is unique w/ their own individual biology and environmental experiences. Therefore, therapy is individually tailored to each Clients unique circumstances. I offer face to face counseling and Telehealth where appropriate. BDSM, Poly affirmative.
I take a Cognitive Behavior and Client Centered approach to therapy.
I am passionate about providing healing and supportive counseling services to my Clients. I provide individual, family, and couples counseling. My focus is on working with people who experience symptoms of PTSD, gender dysphoria, depression, anxiety, LGBT Issues, behavior disorders, and adjustment to life's ever changing stresses. Each person is unique w/ their own individual biology and environmental experiences. Therefore, therapy is individually tailored to each Clients unique circumstances. I offer face to face counseling and Telehealth where appropriate. BDSM, Poly affirmative.
ShadeTree Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Others, Neuro Linguistic Programing, Cognitive Behavioral therapy and EMDR, with the goal to neutralize negative thoughts/emotions or a traumatic past.
I provide therapy services exclusively through secure online video sessions. Are you ready to really live your life and not merely exist? You have within yourself the power to overcome any difficulties. Many of our obstacles, environmental, past experiences, biological dysfunctions, and worries about the future rob us from fully living and enjoying our lives. And the way we view them might keep us stuck and unfulfilled. I can help you notice those external and/or internal factors, identify patterns of thought and behavior, help you neutralize them, and encourage positive change and growth.
Others, Neuro Linguistic Programing, Cognitive Behavioral therapy and EMDR, with the goal to neutralize negative thoughts/emotions or a traumatic past.
I provide therapy services exclusively through secure online video sessions. Are you ready to really live your life and not merely exist? You have within yourself the power to overcome any difficulties. Many of our obstacles, environmental, past experiences, biological dysfunctions, and worries about the future rob us from fully living and enjoying our lives. And the way we view them might keep us stuck and unfulfilled. I can help you notice those external and/or internal factors, identify patterns of thought and behavior, help you neutralize them, and encourage positive change and growth.
Maureen Graham Giraldo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64110
My counseling practice is an integrative approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family-Based Treatment, and Strengths and Feminist Perspectives.
Do stress, anxiety, anger, or depression interfere with your quality of life? Is a life transition or situation overwhelming you? Do you struggle with negative body image, emotional eating, or an Eating Disorder? Therapy can help you through these difficult challenges. My goal is to provide a supportive, objective, and confidential environment that enables you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I can partner with you to create a positive change.
My counseling practice is an integrative approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family-Based Treatment, and Strengths and Feminist Perspectives.
Do stress, anxiety, anger, or depression interfere with your quality of life? Is a life transition or situation overwhelming you? Do you struggle with negative body image, emotional eating, or an Eating Disorder? Therapy can help you through these difficult challenges. My goal is to provide a supportive, objective, and confidential environment that enables you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I can partner with you to create a positive change.
I utilize a client centered approach and incorporate family systems as well as cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients better understand themselves.
I find that I work well with clients who have had relational trauma that affects their current relationships with themselves and others. This can often present in the form of negative self-talk and self-esteem, perfectionism, persistent feelings of guilt and shame, anxiety, and depression. I have ample experience working specifically with those who have a history of abuse from a partner, friend, or family member, adult children of narcissistic parents, LGBTQIA+, religious trauma, those deconstructing religion, exvangelical
I utilize a client centered approach and incorporate family systems as well as cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients better understand themselves.
I find that I work well with clients who have had relational trauma that affects their current relationships with themselves and others. This can often present in the form of negative self-talk and self-esteem, perfectionism, persistent feelings of guilt and shame, anxiety, and depression. I have ample experience working specifically with those who have a history of abuse from a partner, friend, or family member, adult children of narcissistic parents, LGBTQIA+, religious trauma, those deconstructing religion, exvangelical
Loneliness Suffering - Sara Wilper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Online Only
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps process past trauma, while Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) works through tough experiences.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, broken, or worried that things may never get better? These could be signs of trauma or grief weighing on your life. Maybe you’re mourning a loss, carrying pain and blaming yourself, or burdened by past experiences that are holding you back. You’re exhausted, drained, and just want to feel something different.
I’m here to help. Together, we’ll process the pain, rebuild your sense of balance, and work toward the life you want. With over 25 years of experience, I offer online therapy in KS, MO, and AZ. You don’t have to face this alone—healing starts here.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps process past trauma, while Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) works through tough experiences.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, broken, or worried that things may never get better? These could be signs of trauma or grief weighing on your life. Maybe you’re mourning a loss, carrying pain and blaming yourself, or burdened by past experiences that are holding you back. You’re exhausted, drained, and just want to feel something different.
I’m here to help. Together, we’ll process the pain, rebuild your sense of balance, and work toward the life you want. With over 25 years of experience, I offer online therapy in KS, MO, and AZ. You don’t have to face this alone—healing starts here.
Megan Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64152
I also treat first responders and am trained in CBT and DBT.
Seeking help from someone you have never met and discussing your most challenging life obstacles can be very uncomfortable and scary. However, at some point in our lives, searching for guidance and support outside of our friends and family may be needed in order to get you to your desired goal in life. Or maybe you are on the right path, but simply need validation and support. Whether your goals are managing/decreasing anxiety, assisting with family conflict, or guidance with trauma, I can assist you with your desired outcome. I work with all ages from diverse backgrounds.
I also treat first responders and am trained in CBT and DBT.
Seeking help from someone you have never met and discussing your most challenging life obstacles can be very uncomfortable and scary. However, at some point in our lives, searching for guidance and support outside of our friends and family may be needed in order to get you to your desired goal in life. Or maybe you are on the right path, but simply need validation and support. Whether your goals are managing/decreasing anxiety, assisting with family conflict, or guidance with trauma, I can assist you with your desired outcome. I work with all ages from diverse backgrounds.
Marissa R Abbott
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I use a person-centered, cognitive-behavioral approach to therapy, working collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths and achieve their unique goals.
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals, families, couples, and groups from diverse backgrounds, and I am comfortable addressing a broad range of issues—from daily stressors to deep-rooted past traumas. My clinical experience spans across a variety of ages, genders, and cultural contexts.
I use a person-centered, cognitive-behavioral approach to therapy, working collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths and achieve their unique goals.
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals, families, couples, and groups from diverse backgrounds, and I am comfortable addressing a broad range of issues—from daily stressors to deep-rooted past traumas. My clinical experience spans across a variety of ages, genders, and cultural contexts.
Deena Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
Waitlist for new clients
With over 20 years of experience in counseling, my approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to empower you in identifying core issues and developing effective coping strategies.
In our first few sessions, my goal is to listen attentively, validate your feelings, and help you feel understood. Together, we'll assess your situation and collaborate on a personalized plan to achieve your goals. You are not alone on this journey — I will be with you every step of the way as we work toward your healing and growth.
With over 20 years of experience in counseling, my approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to empower you in identifying core issues and developing effective coping strategies.
In our first few sessions, my goal is to listen attentively, validate your feelings, and help you feel understood. Together, we'll assess your situation and collaborate on a personalized plan to achieve your goals. You are not alone on this journey — I will be with you every step of the way as we work toward your healing and growth.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, while integrating Christian counseling for those who desire faith-based support.
Are you feeling confused, frustrated, or concerned about challenges your child, loved one, or even yourself is facing at school, work, or home? Life can be full of ups and downs, and it's natural to need guidance during difficult times. As a psychologist with extensive experience in the school system and a deep understanding of individuals across the lifespan, I am here to help you navigate these challenges with clarity and care.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns, while integrating Christian counseling for those who desire faith-based support.
Are you feeling confused, frustrated, or concerned about challenges your child, loved one, or even yourself is facing at school, work, or home? Life can be full of ups and downs, and it's natural to need guidance during difficult times. As a psychologist with extensive experience in the school system and a deep understanding of individuals across the lifespan, I am here to help you navigate these challenges with clarity and care.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT and EMDR.
My name is Kathy Alagna and I am a licensed therapist in Kansas City, Missouri. My passion is helping individuals with effective counseling and therapy. You may have arrived here because you want to make a change in your life, within yourself, or in your relationship. I believe I can help you because I specialize in facilitating changes and skills that lead to profound transformations. You have already taken the first step which is a great sign of strength. It takes courage, especially if you are new to counseling or therapy. I look forward to meeting you and providing a trusting, supportive, and empowering environment.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT and EMDR.
My name is Kathy Alagna and I am a licensed therapist in Kansas City, Missouri. My passion is helping individuals with effective counseling and therapy. You may have arrived here because you want to make a change in your life, within yourself, or in your relationship. I believe I can help you because I specialize in facilitating changes and skills that lead to profound transformations. You have already taken the first step which is a great sign of strength. It takes courage, especially if you are new to counseling or therapy. I look forward to meeting you and providing a trusting, supportive, and empowering environment.
Rebecca Dolores Correnti
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a cognitive based therapist so in therapy, we work together in an interactive environment to increase your awareness of coping skills and tools you can utilize in the real world to reduce anxiety, anger and depression by changing thought patterns,feelings and behaviors from negative to positive.
I do both phone counseling as well as psychotherapy, and coaching. These are my areas of expertise. Mediation work within the courts for divorce issues, anxiety, panic attacks, adults who have had mild to severe abuse of any kind, PTSD, high stresors, OCD, those who are overwhelmed, depression, relationship counseling for individuals, grief counseling, goal setting, work stressors/ problem solving, Career counseling and personal coaching, co-dependency problems individual counseling-behavior therapy, Autism spectrum, ADHD, and divorce issues with adults, assessments, disability summaries and psychological testing.
I am a cognitive based therapist so in therapy, we work together in an interactive environment to increase your awareness of coping skills and tools you can utilize in the real world to reduce anxiety, anger and depression by changing thought patterns,feelings and behaviors from negative to positive.
I do both phone counseling as well as psychotherapy, and coaching. These are my areas of expertise. Mediation work within the courts for divorce issues, anxiety, panic attacks, adults who have had mild to severe abuse of any kind, PTSD, high stresors, OCD, those who are overwhelmed, depression, relationship counseling for individuals, grief counseling, goal setting, work stressors/ problem solving, Career counseling and personal coaching, co-dependency problems individual counseling-behavior therapy, Autism spectrum, ADHD, and divorce issues with adults, assessments, disability summaries and psychological testing.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
As the Founder of Coyote Hill (coyotehill.org) I have worked with foster children and families in crisis for over 33 years. My counseling focus is on working with youth and adults address anger management, stress, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, grief, religious trauma, and other behavioral and relationship issues with specialized therapeutic approaches that can significantly impact individuals' lives, helping them to heal and grow. In a world that often demands us to mask our struggles, having a space where your feelings are validated, and your experiences are understood can be transformative. I look forward to visiting with you.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
As the Founder of Coyote Hill (coyotehill.org) I have worked with foster children and families in crisis for over 33 years. My counseling focus is on working with youth and adults address anger management, stress, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, grief, religious trauma, and other behavioral and relationship issues with specialized therapeutic approaches that can significantly impact individuals' lives, helping them to heal and grow. In a world that often demands us to mask our struggles, having a space where your feelings are validated, and your experiences are understood can be transformative. I look forward to visiting with you.
My eclectic style with aspects of evidence-based therapies ( CBT, DBT, ACT, and Somatic) typically leave clients with a renewed sense of influence over their relationships, emotions, thinking, and behavior.
I imagine you are struggling in some capacity and would like to greet life in a more meaningful, effective way. I strive to facilitate a place for you to learn, grow, and embody change...and re-engage with your own volition/agency. Unwanted patterns in life can easily emerge. Nervous system awareness/management is a key part of my approach/work. Constructively navigating emotions, relationships, and life can be complicated, but it is possible. I have helped individuals/couples with self-development, relational, and addiction issues. I have worked with the general population, military-affiliated, and those in the justice system.
My eclectic style with aspects of evidence-based therapies ( CBT, DBT, ACT, and Somatic) typically leave clients with a renewed sense of influence over their relationships, emotions, thinking, and behavior.
I imagine you are struggling in some capacity and would like to greet life in a more meaningful, effective way. I strive to facilitate a place for you to learn, grow, and embody change...and re-engage with your own volition/agency. Unwanted patterns in life can easily emerge. Nervous system awareness/management is a key part of my approach/work. Constructively navigating emotions, relationships, and life can be complicated, but it is possible. I have helped individuals/couples with self-development, relational, and addiction issues. I have worked with the general population, military-affiliated, and those in the justice system.
Michael James
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, LCAC, LCP, NCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
The primary influence is cognitive behavioral theory.
Taking the step to participate in therapy/counseling takes tremendous courage and desire for something in one's life to be different. As a therapist, my job is to create an atmosphere that encourages alliance between therapist and client, a key component for successful therapy. I consider myself primarily a generalist in types of clients I work with as I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and groups.
The primary influence is cognitive behavioral theory.
Taking the step to participate in therapy/counseling takes tremendous courage and desire for something in one's life to be different. As a therapist, my job is to create an atmosphere that encourages alliance between therapist and client, a key component for successful therapy. I consider myself primarily a generalist in types of clients I work with as I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and groups.
Nearby Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists Searches for Lake Waukomis
- Gladstone
- Independence
- Kansas City
- Kearney
- Liberty
- North Kansas City
- Parkville
- Platte City
- Platte Woods
- Pleasant Valley
- Raytown
- Smithville
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.