Parenting Therapists in Hillsboro, KS

We all need support at different times. Sometimes overwhelm and anxiety take over. Sometimes it's hard to feel joy or connected to those around you. Maybe your relationships are struggling or parenting just sucks right now. Whatever it is, I will offer you coping skills, real-life tools, and a space where every part of you is fully accepted and embraced. I offer a warm environment and my hope is that you feel seen and heard. I help individuals and couples understand themselves better while moving towards realignment with their most authentic selves.

Serving adults/couples/youth/families. I have experience working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma/nightmares, abuse/neglect, grief/loss, relationships/divorce/pre-marital, parenting, co-parenting. I help clients as they learn to effectively cope with health problems/chronic pain/illness/disease/cancer, clients wanting to build their confidence/self-esteem/self-worth, manage stress, set goals, and much more! I strive to provide clients with a relaxed, non-judgmental atmosphere in which I creatively adapt my approach to help each individual find success in personal growth and quality of life.

Drawing on my previous experience as a youth pastor, I enjoy working with children, teenagers, and young adults. As a play therapist, I have worked extensively with children who are struggling with ADHD and trauma. I also enjoy working with couples and families, and individuals who struggle with addiction, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues and PTSD. The challenge of parenting sparks my interest and I enjoy using humor, emotion coaching, and intergenerational systemic family theories to illuminate and strengthen the resources that parents already have to offer. I believe that solutions can be found by viewing obstacles as opportunities for repair.

I have considerable experience working with children and families who are involved with the Child In Need of Care system and the Juvenile Justice Administration system within Kansas. I have worked with families experiencing difficulties with Parenting issues, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiance and Anger issues. I work closely with individuals, couples and families who are experiencing issues related to stress management, relationship enhancement, communication, conflict resolution, relaxation, time management and assist with techniques for self-care. I work extensively with individuals having difficulties with depression, anxiety, bipolar, grief and loss, divorce, adjustment disorders and unresolved childhood trauma.

"Everyone faces struggles at some point in life, and it is courage which allows us to seek help during those times. Common issues such as depression, anxiety, relational conflict, behavioral and emotional problems, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions can all be very oppressive, yet we can often work toward more helpful ways to manage these challenges. Asking for help can be hard, and it is usually the hard things that are worth doing."

The definition of insanity is continuing to do the same things over and over again while expecting a different outcome, and sadly, many people who have good intentions and are working hard to address their life challenges are stuck in the same destructive thoughts and behaviors. We often feel overwhelmed by what life throws at us, such as parenting stress, relationship or family conflicts, grief, job related issues or trauma, and get stuck in negative responses. Together we can find a plan and path that promotes growth, changing thoughts and behaviors and allowing for positive outcomes.

My services are about helping individuals and families navigate through life's challenges by using healthy strategies and techniques to achieve their desired outcome(s). In working together, individuals receive support, gain knowledge, build skills, and connect to valuable resources.

Life can be hectic and at times a bit overwhelming and sometimes we all need a safe place to vent. As a marriage and family therapist I do my best to offer my clients such a space, where they can discover tools and techniques to address challenges.

Do you sometimes feel lonely, frustrated, or unsure about how to parent your child (biological, foster, adopted, or step-child)? Has your child received a recent diagnosis and you are wondering what it means and how to start helping them? Has your family been through a recent life transition and need guidance and support? I want to help you and your family be able to thrive as their best, most emotionally regulated selves.

From a young age I wanted to be a therapist. My goal is to be the therapist that I needed as a child and an adult. Someone who would not only listen but really hear me, would be able to relate to me and offer skills, guidance and support to help me learn how to improve all areas of my life. Let me help you find the skills, knowledge and support you to improve your relationships, your responses, your understanding to reach success in your life. We will create a treatment plan together to help guide you to reach your goals. Setbacks happen, nobody is perfect. When they do happen, we will work through and figure out ways to modify.

Do you have a challenge in your life you'd like to work through with a professional? I see individuals, families, and couples through insurance and private pay, with scheduling often available in the same week. I am able to see adult clients in-person or via telehealth, depending on the client’s needs and abilities.

Are you an older or younger adult battling lives challenges, relationship issues & personal development? Do you have a young child struggling to fit in, isolating themselves and making poor choices? I provide therapy to young children ages 3 - 17, and adults. I tailored my practice to meet clients where they are, providing them a non-judgmental environment to do so. I've noticed this approach has proven successful in helping clients of all ages and backgrounds feel comfortable in sharing.

You're tired of feeling stuck, unsure why the same patterns keep showing up. Rage. Anxiety. Suicidal thinking. Disconnected relationships. You're unsure why your past, and trauma continue cycling through your life. With over 20 years' experience in the field, I welcome the opportunity to assist you in OPENing DOORS to your personal healing. Now offering EMDR to assist in healing from traumatic experiences. Call or email to schedule a free 15 min consultation.

With compassion and integrity, I strive to be client-centered and brain-based in my approach as I walk with you along this journey. I am committed to working with individuals, kids, teens, families and adults towards empowerment and healthy autonomy in their relationships and communities.

I provide therapy services for adults, age 18 and older. With my knowledge of information and theirs we team up to face the problems that contribute to impairments of important areas of their emotional, mental, and physical functioning. Some significant issues that are mostly reported include: attachment, autonomy, divorce, grief, health, infidelity, life adjustments, marriage, parenting, sexuality, and trauma. Please contact me if you or someone you know is ready for a new therapy experience in a practice setting that is pleasant and welcoming.

I believe all people were created with dignity and worth for relationships as beautiful masterpieces that are fragmented by both small and large traumas due to the brokenness of our world. My passion is to walk alongside others in their healing, equipping them with the tools they need to address their emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual goals in pursuing restoration and wholeness. My Christian faith lays the foundation to offer acceptance, grace, freedom, and confident hope for healing. My approach to therapy utilizes Attachment Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness and somatic work, and is systemic in focus.

My therapeutic approach is to work with my Clients to help them develop the skills that will help them throughout their lives. I have worked with a wide range of Clients and their presenting issues and am currently offering therapeutic services for Individuals, Couples, Veterans, Groups and Families. I work with ages 6 and up and enjoy helping my Clients learn new techniques and skills to help them work towards improvement and establishing a better way of life.