Sara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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2 Endorsed
Let's Connect (816) 742-2076
Available both in-person and online
200 Northeast 54th Street Suite 205 Kansas City, MO 64118
Hi there! I'm Sara. Have you ever wished someone could see you in the messes of life and help you take the next step toward sorting it all out? Maybe trauma has made it hard to feel safe, neurodivergence has left you feeling misunderstood, or sobriety is something you're working hard to protect but the path feels lonely and overwhelming? You deserve a space where healing happens through authentic connection, not just techniques. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri, and I believe that when you feel truly safe, something brave becomes possible. Let's start exactly where you are.
I specialize in trauma, neurodivergence, and supporting adults in recovery, as well as with children and adolescents ages 5 and up. I draw from TF-CBT, ACT, and DBT. I have completed play therapy certification with Heartland Play Therapy, which informs how I work with clients of all ages, helping even the most stuck parts of us feel safe enough to heal.
I show up with warmth, connection, and humor. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the healing. Clients often tell me they begin to see themselves the way I do: as their authentic, worthy self. I know you can live a life that feels safe and fulfilling. If that sounds like something you're ready for, reach out today. I'd love to be part of your story.
Call or Email Sara Maakestad now for a free 15 minute consultation - (816) 742-2076
Let's Connect (816) 742-2076
Finances
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Luminaire
- Meritain Health
- New Directions | Lucet
- Optum
- Surest
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Sara Maakestad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (816) 742-2076
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Missouri / 2026033661 Sara Maakestad
- Attended University of Missouri- Kansas City, Master of Social Work
Education and Years In Practice
Sara Maakestad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 742-2076
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Caregivers
- Child
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Regulation
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Intellectual Disability
- Life Transitions
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Substance Use
- Women's Issues
Sara Maakestad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (816) 742-2076
2 Endorsements
Part of Ellie Mental Health - Kansas City
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Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Expressive Arts
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Sandplay
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Sara Maakestad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (816) 742-2076
Location
Additional Location
7611 State Line Road
Suite 200
Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 742-2076Group Practice
Ellie Mental Health - Kansas CityNearby Areas
Sara Maakestad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (816) 742-2076