Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT) Therapists in Raytown, MO

**Currently accepting new daytime clients.** Everyone needs someone to talk to. Someone to help process feelings, emotions, experiences and events. This is normal. Life can be HARD and STRESSFUL. I can help you with that. I specialize in coaching and counseling those who have been struggling with everyday life and are trying to make a change for the better.

Life has a way of paralyzing us with negative “what if’s?" What if there was a way to become unstuck? What if someone sat in the muck with you? Those are what if’s we can explore together. Let's create a space where you feel seen, valued, and understood. Together we can create a space where things feel less lonely, complex, or overwhelming. Wouldn't you like life to feel a little more possible? A little less lonely?

Life happens when you live it. Are you living your life, or going through the motions? Life is meant to be enjoyed to its fullest, since you only get one. You should be the driver of your life and not the passenger along for a ride. A change of perspective is usually what is needed.

Everyone has their own unique story. Everyone brings their own strengths and weaknesses to any situation. And let's face it, life is a journey full of highs and lows and twists and turns. I aim to help people discover or rediscover their strengths and values to lead a full and meaningful life. You may feel depressed, anxious, nervous, uncertain, lost, hopeless, or all of the above and more. Together, we can navigate life on your terms with goals you create for your own unique therapy experience.

Hi. How are you doing? Do you seem to be experiencing more bad days than good? Have you suffered a trauma, or significant loss in your life? Do you experience anger, anxiety, or depression that interferes in your daily activities? Are you just not happy with how things are going?

Do you feel alone, and like no one cares? I care about you and your well being. I want to help you win against the struggles you are facing. You are capable of more than you think and I want to bring out the best in you. I am confident that i can help you. I want to be a shoulder to lean on emotionally as well as to cry on. I love working with new people, of all differences, and diversities. Given the chance, I would love to serve and care for you in your time of need.

I have been in practice for 30 years as a clinical psychologist. I provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I use mindfulness techniques for therapy in addition to a compassionate presence. These approaches include mindfulness to resolving situational depression, teaching clients to overcome overwhelming emotional situations, relaxation techniques to quiet your mind and body, and therapy to assist each client to function each day with calmness and clarity. I am a very proactive therapist, allowing individuals to explore their own thoughts, feelings, behavior patterns, and develop an action plan that best suits their personal growth.

Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with.

During times of change or stress, you are left feeling isolated, uncertain, and even fearful. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or overwhelmed by grief. I am especially passionate about working with women during their fertility journey and motherhood. Whether you are experiencing grief from a pregnancy loss, preparing for motherhood, or experiencing difficulty conceiving, I prioritize providing a compassionate, warm, and safe environment for you to process these intense feelings and experiences.

Life, laughter, and love are important to living life wholeheartedly, but psychological pain can get in the way. Abuse in the context of a close relationship or a family can create the most pervasive and persistent psych-ache, and may be passed from generation to generation. Whether the source of pain is past trauma, worry about the future, or even current jobs or relationships, I am here to help! I often see clients whose trauma began in domestic abuse in the forms of emotional, psychological, physical, sexual, or financial abuses.

I am of the millennial generation, an artist, a musician, a plant medicine advocate, foodie, animal lover, book worm, and pre-amateur comedian. My holistic counseling practice is designed to promote healing, growth, and harmony. I offer practical, sustainable tools and perspectives for anyone wanting to feel more satisfied with their life! My process often includes getting in touch with and observing your spirit together, then using it as a guide in helping you make positive, wanted change so that you feel more at peace in your mind and at home in your body. My goal is pretty simple- to help clients reach their goals!

I love my job! I have 30 years of experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and helping clients face change in their lives. The first step is already taken as you reach out for help. My style is very interactive and I do both short and long term therapy. I am currently giving clients a choice between in person and using easy access on line teletherapy that is HIPPA compliant. Give me a call and lets talk, I answer and return calls personally.

Are you thriving or surviving? Are you stepping more into your own becoming into the truth of who you are or not? Do you need help with regulating and mastering the patterns of your thoughts and emotions? Your mental health-wellness is my highest priority. By working with me you and your relationships will be renewed and restored. I will support, inspire, awaken and enrich you (energetically and spiritually). In treating trauma, anxiety and depression my work is influenced by CBT, MBCT, IFS, DBT, TAO, and Energy healing treatments. I offer supportive tools, skills, and strategies to help you recalibrate self-care and self-love.