Addiction Therapists in North Kansas City, MO
Allow me to be that sounding board and assist you in seeking ways to cope with life transitions, stress, anxiety, low self worth, codependency, inner family problems, addiction, depression.
I have over 20 years of practical experience helping adults and families cope with chronic medical conditions, mental health and substance use challenges. My firm belief is individuals do have insight, knowledge, and a voice as to what works best for their lives in functioning healthfully and happily.
Allow me to be that sounding board and assist you in seeking ways to cope with life transitions, stress, anxiety, low self worth, codependency, inner family problems, addiction, depression.
I have over 20 years of practical experience helping adults and families cope with chronic medical conditions, mental health and substance use challenges. My firm belief is individuals do have insight, knowledge, and a voice as to what works best for their lives in functioning healthfully and happily.
I work with adults navigating the lasting effects of childhood trauma, traumatic events throughout the lifespan, attachment wounds, and addiction.
Therapy is a collaborative process that ebbs and flows. Some sessions focus on the present moment, while others invite deeper healing and insight. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and rooted in authenticity and compassion—guiding you toward self-awareness, growth, and emotional resilience.
I work with adults navigating the lasting effects of childhood trauma, traumatic events throughout the lifespan, attachment wounds, and addiction.
Therapy is a collaborative process that ebbs and flows. Some sessions focus on the present moment, while others invite deeper healing and insight. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and rooted in authenticity and compassion—guiding you toward self-awareness, growth, and emotional resilience.
I am a second-generation Christian family therapist who has been in practice since 1987, married for 40 years, 2 adult twin daughters, and now 2 sons (both daughters married), with 4 grandchildren. My overall philosophy is to assist clients in bringing balance to their lives by examining the emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of their lives. It is important to see the individual as a part of a system, as what may work for one person may not work for another due to current family dynamics and unresolved issues from their past.
I am a second-generation Christian family therapist who has been in practice since 1987, married for 40 years, 2 adult twin daughters, and now 2 sons (both daughters married), with 4 grandchildren. My overall philosophy is to assist clients in bringing balance to their lives by examining the emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of their lives. It is important to see the individual as a part of a system, as what may work for one person may not work for another due to current family dynamics and unresolved issues from their past.
I have experience in crisis intervention, substance abuse, leadership, nonprofit management, program development, inpatient hospitals, and outpatient therapy.
You are told “you’re so strong,” but it is hard to feel that way sometimes. You may be surrounded by people you care about, but you still have feelings of loneliness or a heaviness that weighs on your mind. There’s this piece that is missing, a lingering void that can’t seem to be filled. You replay painful experiences, struggle with shame, or wonder if things will ever get better. You’re tired of surviving day to day and longing for relief, understanding, and a place where you don’t have to hide your pain. You want support that feels safe, compassionate, and real as you heal.
I have experience in crisis intervention, substance abuse, leadership, nonprofit management, program development, inpatient hospitals, and outpatient therapy.
You are told “you’re so strong,” but it is hard to feel that way sometimes. You may be surrounded by people you care about, but you still have feelings of loneliness or a heaviness that weighs on your mind. There’s this piece that is missing, a lingering void that can’t seem to be filled. You replay painful experiences, struggle with shame, or wonder if things will ever get better. You’re tired of surviving day to day and longing for relief, understanding, and a place where you don’t have to hide your pain. You want support that feels safe, compassionate, and real as you heal.
Feeling overwhelmed? Out of control? Dealing with major life changes? Or desiring a life change that you just can't quite grasp? Each of us is created with the ability to manage life's challenges but we don't always see clearly amidst the struggle. Connecting with someone in a safe, affirming, non-judgmental, and solution-focused environment can help you uncover your inner-strengths and see a way out from those feelings of suffering. With more than 20 years of practice experience, Sarah is well equipped to walk with you through any challenge.
Feeling overwhelmed? Out of control? Dealing with major life changes? Or desiring a life change that you just can't quite grasp? Each of us is created with the ability to manage life's challenges but we don't always see clearly amidst the struggle. Connecting with someone in a safe, affirming, non-judgmental, and solution-focused environment can help you uncover your inner-strengths and see a way out from those feelings of suffering. With more than 20 years of practice experience, Sarah is well equipped to walk with you through any challenge.
Change and transitions are a natural progression in life, no matter situation. These shifts can at times leave us feeling alone, overwhelmed, and terrified. Much like the seasons; our hopes, dreams, and relationships change. Maneuvering through these chapters in our lives can be a daunting process. In my experience, through the relationship with their therapist a person can share their struggles and begin to better understand how their history has informed their thoughts, emotions, and how this influences their relationships with others.
Change and transitions are a natural progression in life, no matter situation. These shifts can at times leave us feeling alone, overwhelmed, and terrified. Much like the seasons; our hopes, dreams, and relationships change. Maneuvering through these chapters in our lives can be a daunting process. In my experience, through the relationship with their therapist a person can share their struggles and begin to better understand how their history has informed their thoughts, emotions, and how this influences their relationships with others.
Secure Counseling Clinic is for all humans. We believe that all human beings deserve to feel secure and peaceful. We specialize in experiential, attachment-based interventions and have served KC for 16+ years. Clinicians are available for appointments daytimes and evenings, weekdays and Saturdays. We serve clients from all walks of life with a wide range of presenting issues.
securecounselingclinic org / our-clinicians
We have 2 office locations and virtual availability:
11111 Nall in Leawood, near the Overland Park Convention Center and Town Center
104 West 9th Street in KCMO, near the River Market and Downtown Central Library
Secure Counseling Clinic is for all humans. We believe that all human beings deserve to feel secure and peaceful. We specialize in experiential, attachment-based interventions and have served KC for 16+ years. Clinicians are available for appointments daytimes and evenings, weekdays and Saturdays. We serve clients from all walks of life with a wide range of presenting issues.
securecounselingclinic org / our-clinicians
We have 2 office locations and virtual availability:
11111 Nall in Leawood, near the Overland Park Convention Center and Town Center
104 West 9th Street in KCMO, near the River Market and Downtown Central Library
Olivia Booher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I partner with clients in order to support their individual needs in the areas of depression, anxiety, addictions, stress, trauma and grief.
I know it can be challenging and overwhelming to seek therapy, but you deserve to explore healing, self-compassion and hope. I believe in the potential for all humans to grow and change and would like to embark on a journey with you to ease the suffering in your life. Many circumstances and events from our past or in our present can create obstacles to our sense of peace with ourselves. You may be feeling alone, stuck, unworthy, scared or angry. I can offer an integrative approach that is not a "one-size-fits all", but rather one based on your unique needs and history.
I partner with clients in order to support their individual needs in the areas of depression, anxiety, addictions, stress, trauma and grief.
I know it can be challenging and overwhelming to seek therapy, but you deserve to explore healing, self-compassion and hope. I believe in the potential for all humans to grow and change and would like to embark on a journey with you to ease the suffering in your life. Many circumstances and events from our past or in our present can create obstacles to our sense of peace with ourselves. You may be feeling alone, stuck, unworthy, scared or angry. I can offer an integrative approach that is not a "one-size-fits all", but rather one based on your unique needs and history.
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!
These are some of the building blocks of anxiety, depression, resentments, addictions, and strained relationships, among other conditions.
My approach is based on the philosophy that you are the greatest expert on yourself, and that you have everything you need within yourself to achieve the life you desire. I offer therapies best suited to treat adults and adolescents dealing with the type of challenges outlined above, and those who feel less strain but want to elevate their life expetiences.
These are some of the building blocks of anxiety, depression, resentments, addictions, and strained relationships, among other conditions.
My approach is based on the philosophy that you are the greatest expert on yourself, and that you have everything you need within yourself to achieve the life you desire. I offer therapies best suited to treat adults and adolescents dealing with the type of challenges outlined above, and those who feel less strain but want to elevate their life expetiences.
Do you struggle with a behavior, or behaviors, almost as if driven, like an addiction?
I will work alongside you to better understand yourself, your behaviors, potential compulsion(s), obsessions, emotions, and associated thoughts. I will accomplish this by using various proven therapy models and assessments based on your needs. Our conversations will make sure you are comfortable both in session and with any work outside of our sessions.
Do you struggle with a behavior, or behaviors, almost as if driven, like an addiction?
I will work alongside you to better understand yourself, your behaviors, potential compulsion(s), obsessions, emotions, and associated thoughts. I will accomplish this by using various proven therapy models and assessments based on your needs. Our conversations will make sure you are comfortable both in session and with any work outside of our sessions.
Sometimes you just need someone to talk to. Someone to listen and try to understand rather than “fix.” My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere for you to process thoughts and emotions, heal from trauma, learn to cope with life’s challenges, and hopefully even share some laughs. Understanding that you are the unique product of your life experiences, I utilize a holistic approach to treatment, ensuring individualized care.
Sometimes you just need someone to talk to. Someone to listen and try to understand rather than “fix.” My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere for you to process thoughts and emotions, heal from trauma, learn to cope with life’s challenges, and hopefully even share some laughs. Understanding that you are the unique product of your life experiences, I utilize a holistic approach to treatment, ensuring individualized care.
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Marla specializes in Family Interventions for any and all behaviors related to addiction.
We employ select methods for "family systems" and models of 'intervention' for helping clients deal with the presence of active addictions and self-destructive behaviors, as a family system and the individuals that reside within that system.
Marla specializes in Family Interventions for any and all behaviors related to addiction.
We employ select methods for "family systems" and models of 'intervention' for helping clients deal with the presence of active addictions and self-destructive behaviors, as a family system and the individuals that reside within that system.
I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1997 and can help you with reducing your stress and improving your life. I work with young children(age 3 and up), teens, and adults. I specialize in couple/family therapy, as well as in play therapy. Are you asking yourself questions like "Will I ever feel happy again?" or "Can my spouse/significant other and I really work through our problems?" or "Will my child ever follow the rules without a hassle?". If you are, I can tell you change is possible and I can help you with that change.
I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1997 and can help you with reducing your stress and improving your life. I work with young children(age 3 and up), teens, and adults. I specialize in couple/family therapy, as well as in play therapy. Are you asking yourself questions like "Will I ever feel happy again?" or "Can my spouse/significant other and I really work through our problems?" or "Will my child ever follow the rules without a hassle?". If you are, I can tell you change is possible and I can help you with that change.
I work with adults questioning their relationship with alcohol, a spiritual system that once felt supportive, or the direction of their life.
My approach is patient and collaborative, and sessions tend to be conversational and relational. I steer away from forcing quick answers or pushing clients in a direction that doesn’t fit. Together, we will focus on what’s happening in your life right now, while also paying close attention to longer patterns you may have experienced over time.
I work with adults questioning their relationship with alcohol, a spiritual system that once felt supportive, or the direction of their life.
My approach is patient and collaborative, and sessions tend to be conversational and relational. I steer away from forcing quick answers or pushing clients in a direction that doesn’t fit. Together, we will focus on what’s happening in your life right now, while also paying close attention to longer patterns you may have experienced over time.
I specialize in working with adults who are dealing with emotional, relational, somatic, & creative blocks, spiritual harm & displacement, enmeshment, addiction, abuse, trauma, men's issues, and having trouble navigating difficult seasons.
I have received advanced training in Trauma Recovery, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Enmeshment, Psychodrama, Spiritual Harm and Displacement, Somatic Healing, Coaching, and Creative Unblocking. I do my best to work with your intuition, learning style, and creativity to create a connected, impactful therapeutic experience.
I specialize in working with adults who are dealing with emotional, relational, somatic, & creative blocks, spiritual harm & displacement, enmeshment, addiction, abuse, trauma, men's issues, and having trouble navigating difficult seasons.
I have received advanced training in Trauma Recovery, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Enmeshment, Psychodrama, Spiritual Harm and Displacement, Somatic Healing, Coaching, and Creative Unblocking. I do my best to work with your intuition, learning style, and creativity to create a connected, impactful therapeutic experience.
I have many years of personal and professional experience helping others heal and grow from childhood trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Awareness is the foundation for lasting change—in both our behaviors and thought patterns. In my work, I integrate a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, including DBT, CBT, EMDR, and inner child work. I also incorporate reparenting techniques and somatic practices to help you reconnect with your body and learn to self-soothe.
I have many years of personal and professional experience helping others heal and grow from childhood trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Awareness is the foundation for lasting change—in both our behaviors and thought patterns. In my work, I integrate a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, including DBT, CBT, EMDR, and inner child work. I also incorporate reparenting techniques and somatic practices to help you reconnect with your body and learn to self-soothe.
Are you struggling with trauma, marital discord, sex addiction, or adolescent challenges?
In my 14 years as a counselor I have been fortunate enough to work extensively with domestic violence perpetrators and abuse victims, substance abuse, adolescent issues, couple conflict, and sex addictions. My approach focuses on clients finding themselves, developing healthy connections, and building coping skills and empowerment.
Are you struggling with trauma, marital discord, sex addiction, or adolescent challenges?
In my 14 years as a counselor I have been fortunate enough to work extensively with domestic violence perpetrators and abuse victims, substance abuse, adolescent issues, couple conflict, and sex addictions. My approach focuses on clients finding themselves, developing healthy connections, and building coping skills and empowerment.
I specialize in working with adults of all ages, including older adults who are navigating substance use and recovery, attachment-focused therapy, often alongside past or recent experiences of trauma.
I work with people who are living with substance use concerns and the effects of trauma, whether those experiences are recent or from earlier in life. Many of the individuals I support have lived full, meaningful lives and are now facing challenges such as changes in health, grief, loneliness, retirement, or habits that no longer feel easy to manage.
I specialize in working with adults of all ages, including older adults who are navigating substance use and recovery, attachment-focused therapy, often alongside past or recent experiences of trauma.
I work with people who are living with substance use concerns and the effects of trauma, whether those experiences are recent or from earlier in life. Many of the individuals I support have lived full, meaningful lives and are now facing challenges such as changes in health, grief, loneliness, retirement, or habits that no longer feel easy to manage.
I can help by listening and providing support, insights, guidance, and skills to help you meet any challenges you may face: family, relationship, or job issues; anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, PTSD, chronic illness, or divorce.
I greet you with acceptance and an open heart. Life can throw surprises or maybe you've hit a roadblock and realize something has to change? Counseling provides a safe and confidential space to share worry, fear, sadness, anger, hopes and dreams, and then learn tools to deal with any challenge in your life. Call me now if you seek a path to the happy and serene life you deserve.
I can help by listening and providing support, insights, guidance, and skills to help you meet any challenges you may face: family, relationship, or job issues; anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, PTSD, chronic illness, or divorce.
I greet you with acceptance and an open heart. Life can throw surprises or maybe you've hit a roadblock and realize something has to change? Counseling provides a safe and confidential space to share worry, fear, sadness, anger, hopes and dreams, and then learn tools to deal with any challenge in your life. Call me now if you seek a path to the happy and serene life you deserve.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.