
Tara Tooley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, EMDR
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
10100 West 87th Street, Suite 112, Overland Park, KS 66212
Let's Connect (913) 347-5486

Do you feel like the black sheep, the one who never truly belongs? Life may be heavy with grief, anxiety, chronic illness, cancer or the weight of change, leaving you searching for meaning and connection. I specialize in working with those who feel misunderstood, out of place, or burdened by life’s challenges. In our work together, we’ll transform your struggles into strength and reclaim the power in your story. If you’re ready to turn feeling “different” into owning your unique path, I’m here to help you thrive. Let’s create the life you deserve.
With over a decade in mental health, I specialize in assisting clients work through grief, anxiety & negative thought patterns. As a 2x cancer survivor, I empathize deeply with chronic illness sufferers & their caregivers. Together, we'll tackle anxiety, panic, stress and feelings of despair, fostering hope & resilience. You don't have to remain stuck.
I can't remove the cause of your pain, but I can help you through your pain, fear, grief & anxiety. I offer creative, personalized solutions to guide you through your journey. In person in Overland Park or online in KS & MO. Submit your request on Psychology Today or visit my website. Let's work together to build a plan to create coping skills & resiliency
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Tara Tooley now - (913) 347-5486
Let's Connect (913) 347-5486

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Couple Sessions $120
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- All KS Medicaid: United/Optum,
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- KanCare
- KS Medicaid: Healthy Blue
- KS Medicaid: Sunflower
- Medicaid
- Out of Network

Tara Tooley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, EMDR
Email me or call with questions - (913) 347-5486
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Missouri / 2023032839 Tara TooleyLicense state differs from primary location state.
- Attended University Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC)
- Membership with International End of Life Doula Association (INELDA) 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Grief
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Infidelity
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas

Tara Tooley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, EMDR
Take the first step to help. Call now - (913) 347-5486