Child Therapists in Lees Summit, MO

We are here to help! We are a group of professionals who approach therapy with compassion and understanding, providing a partnership with you in a safe, caring and supportive place to explore life's difficulties, and learn how to balance any challenge, and improve your relationships. We use an individualized, integrated approach to therapy, promoting wellness in all areas of your life: physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual. We work with children , teens, young adults, millennials, families, couples and partners.

Love and nurturing are the cornerstones of my practice. From my youngest clients to my oldest, I believe that a positive connection in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere encourages and empowers the children , families and adults I work with to heal and grow from the inside out! My focus for the past 10 years of my career has been on supporting children , families and individuals to reconnect with each other and themselves in a way that enhances their sense of peace, joy and fulfillment.

The relationship you and your child has with their counselor is the true measure of how helpful the counseling experience will be. I value developing a warm, positive, supportive and empathic environment for your family to overcome any challenge that you are facing. In our experience together, you will find healing and growth, and recognize your own strengths, and how they help you and your child work toward building a more positive and rewarding future. Both in your individual lives, and collectively within the family.

Play is the place where children ’s minds, hearts, and souls meet. Through Play Therapy, children are able to heal from distressing events such as, but not limited to, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, depression, adoption, foster care and attachment issues; and to improve in myriad areas such as impulse control, emotional regulation, ADHD, OCD, and ODD. As your child ’s therapist, my goal is to enable children to heal, so that they are empowered to “rise and shine” to their highest potential.

As we journey through life, we can experience challenges that stifle our personal growth or block our connection with others. Sometimes, we feel ill-equipped, disappointed, alone, hurt, or afraid. But there is hope-- hope for understanding, peace, empowerment, and joy. Whether you would like to broaden your understanding of your own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, or deepen your connection with others, there is hope and there is help. Together we can enhance self-awareness and other-awareness. We can work to understand and strengthen your ability to manage your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We can develop healthy problem-solving and life skills.

Are you looking for a fun, caring, effective counselor your child or family? I focus on working with children and teens 10+. I can help navigate through sadness, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, self harm, and other issues. I am also trained in the Gottman method to provide couples counseling.

Thank you for visiting. This is the first step to becoming a more fulfilled person. I am licensed as a clinical social worker in Missouri (LCSW) with over 20 years experience working with children , families, individuals and couples in multiple settings including in-patient, in-home and private practice. I also have five years experience as an employee assistance program clinician and brief problem focused therapy.

I offer counseling services for all ages. Whether you're suffering from depression and anxiety or you've experienced something traumatic, I can help. I can help because I've been there myself. We all experience unwanted circumstances, emotions, and addictions that are difficult to handle alone. What has been harmed in relationship with others must be healed with relationship. That's where I come in. I will come alongside you or your child and help you where you're at. I will help you gain insight and provide you with the skills to help you with your problem.

I enjoy working with all my clients, however, I have specific training working with troubled youth. The world is hard to navigate as adults and can be even harder as a young adult, teen, or adolescent. In my experience depression and anxiety are secondary to the trauma caused by unresolved issues. These issues affect both children and adults. This can often express in opposition to rules, defiance, self harming, alcohol and drug use. I can help. I understand what its like to feel misunderstood in a world filled with overwhelming decisions.

Now Accepting New Clients! EMDR Trained! “They overcame everything that was meant to destroy them.” You or your child might be suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, or relational issues. With a will to get better and a person to support you through it, you too can overcome the things you thought were once meant to destroy you. I offer a free 30 minute consultation and 50 minute sessions for $75 where together we will learn and grow in a non-judgmental, safe space that ultimately brings healing and wholeness.

My name is JacQue’ Timberlake (I prefer to be called Jay. I received my bachelor’s degree at Pittsburg State University in 2015. I received my master’s degree in Counseling Psychology at Webster University in 2019. I am also currently achieving a doctorate in Forensic Psychology at Walden University.

There are times when life throws experiences your way that require extra support and care. Let the counselors here at Hawthorne Counseling help you, your children or the whole family navigate these challenging times. Let us help breakdown roadblocks that are keeping you from having fulfilling and loving relationships. We work with people who experience anxiety, depression, behavior issues, trauma, grief & loss, divorce, abandonment, and attachment & adjustment challenges, and ADHD. Sometimes finances are a barrier to getting the support you need. Give us a call and we can discuss some options.

Visiting with a counselor can be a life changing experience. I work with clients from early childhood through all phases of adulthood. Everyone has a unique story, and I value the personal experiences, hopes, and dreams of all my clients. Partnering during a trusting counseling relationship can be one of the best ways to reach your goals and create lasting, positive change in your life. The relationship between counselor and client can create a vessel or space in which we can unpack and sort through your concerns with care, compassion, and confidentiality.

I am working toward my Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credentials. I am currently Provisionally Licensed (PLPC) and receiving clinical supervision from Susan Andree, LPC (Hawthorne Counseling, LLC). I especially enjoy being with individuals as they process the impact of various life experiences on their present ways of being. They learn how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors have been helpful (or unhelpful) in their lives. They learn what to change and how to change. They discover boundaries and self-worth. They become empowered and more self-accepting. Evening/weekend availability.

Life gets tough sometimes and everyone needs a little help. Sometimes that help comes from friends or family, but other times that help can come from a professional. Reaching out to a counselor is tough but frequently can be the first step towards improvement in life. It is important to find a counselor with whom you feel comfortable enough to do the tough work and talk about the hard issues. I enjoy learning whether that is from formal training and classwork or from the people I work with. I consider therapy a collaborative experience where we learn from each other.

Life is hard. Things happen that cause problems in your relationship, stress, ultimately resulting in trauma. You want someone who can help when everything in your daily life is affected, including our thoughts, emotions and resulting behaviors. Also, impacting the way your body feels, and ultimately how you experience YOU and your relationships. You may feel overwhelmed or stuck, unsatisfied in your relationship, anxious, or wondering if things can change or things can get better. There is hope, and we are here. We have many clinicians at all four locations that are experienced and ready to help, including affordable options.

Finding the right counselor may be one of the most important decisions you can make in seeking a better life. As my client, you will be provided a therapeutic relationship that is non-threatening, challenging, empowering, and ultimately life changing. You will find that your pain, which is actually healing trying to happen, will be lessened and most likely alleviated, your feelings and experiences are valid, and that you can make positive changes to improve your life and relationships. I'm a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and specialize in relationships - between couples, parents and children , friends - any human relationship

Life can be challenging, especially in our fast-paced transient society. I work with adults, teens, and children of all ages. I specialize in Marriage Conflict and Parent- Child conflict with a large portion of my business devoted to adolescents. From Social Anxiety, to ADHD and chronic depression. I am trained in PLAY THERAPY, EMDR, Veteran's Deployment Psychology, CBT and much more. "Friendly, but professional," describes how most clients see me. I love what I do and look forward to working with you.

I am grateful to have been a part of helping so many individuals, couples, and blending families resolve their issues over the past 35 years. While the experience has honed my therapy skills, each new person or relationship is unique and requires exploring solutions that fit their individual personality.