Therapists serving clients in Kansas

Dr. Ophelia Blackwell

Kansas

PhD, LCPC, NCC

I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a national certified clinical counselor. I completed my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision with an emphasis in marriage and family studies at Kansas State University. I have worked as a counselor for over 10 years in many settings which include, corrections, military, hospital, college, mental health agency and private practice. I have worked with all types of clients experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, anger, personality disorders and subst...

Amber Dalzell

Kansas

MS, LCPC, ATR-BC

No matter where you've been, where you are today, or what anyone else says, YOU MATTER, and your life matters. If you are coping with symptoms ranging from daily stress and low self-confidence to symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, or trauma, counseling can work to find solutions to specific problems and create greater satisfaction in relationships and life. What are possible changes that would inspire a more authentic life for you? Together we will develop a plan uniquely suited to your lifestyle and personal goals to find what empowers you to become more...

Patricia Lord

Kansas

MA, LCPC,LPC

I believe everyone has a unique story and it is sharing these stories that I can offer empathy and hope to my clients. I received my Masters of Arts in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling and my certification as a Play Therapist, and work extensively with adolescents, teens and young adults. My experience includes working with all ages and stages of divorce, co-parenting and step parenting relationships, grief and loss, anxiety, stress and depression, trauma, domestic violence and self harming behaviors. My work also includes assisting with behavioral, adju...

Chad Jones

Kansas

M.S., NCC, LCPC

I am a culturally competent and seasoned Clinical Counselor, Professor, and Expert Witness with over fifteen years of experience. I have worked with a variety of different client populations and served my client's successfully as they traversed through a myriad of complex and difficult situations. "Professor Jones really understood me, he knew what to ask and how to relate to me. Thank you for being there for me when I needed you. I was hurting. I have ME back." - Todd M. I work with clients to examine their relationships, their thoughts, their behaviors, pa...

Emma Cott

Kansas

LCMFT

I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Kansas. I have been licensed and working since 2012. Recently, after nearly 6 years in rural community mental health, I've transitioned into private practice. I've worked extensively with adults and adolescents managing a variety of issues: depression, anxiety, suicidal thinking, relationship problems, issues around identity, problems with sex and sexuality, work and career issues, social problems, and others. Basically, if you can identify it as an issue, I've probably treated it. I also r...

Kendall Runnebaum

Kansas

LSCSW,LCAC

Hello! I’m Kendall. I am a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas with 15 years of social work experience. I am also a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor and have almost 10 years of addiction medicine experience. I have worked with clients who’ve experienced a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, combat and non-combat related trauma, relationship issues, addiction, and more. My style is client-centered and strengths-based, meaning I will be your support and guide as you establish the goals that fit your needs and lifesty...

Laurie Sansom

Kansas

LPC,LCPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Kansas. I have been working with clients in outpatient settings since 2011. Typical concerns that I have experience with are anxiety and/or depression, relationship issues, marriage counseling, supporting people through separation and divorce, grief and loss, parenting, stress management, PTSD, and support for faith/spiritual life. I find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy quite useful and effective, so I tend to use that whenever it seems fitt...

Sohna Shook

Kansas

LCPC,LAC,RPT

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Addictions Counselor, and Registered Play Therapist in the state of Kansas. I have been licensed and practicing for the last 8 years. I've worked extensively with adults and adolescents managing a variety of issues: depression, stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and many other issues. If you can identify it as an issue that has caused you distress, I've probably treated it. My counseling style is warm and supportive. I will challenge your thought process after building a rapport with you ...

Teresa O'Brien

Kansas

LSCSW, LCSW-R

Going to therapy takes heart and courage, so finding someone you can trust is most important. Trained extensively in Social Work and in Psychoanalysis and with 18 years in the field, I have integrated these traditional methods with experiences and studies in Ayurvedic psychology and other healing practices {mindfulness, meditation, yoga & breath work} in order to provide a therapy approach that addresses the person as a whole: mind, body, spirit & heart. I incorporate my background in Social Work and Psychoanalysis as a framework for talk therapy, providing a ...

Dr. Emily Christensen

Kansas

PhD,LPC,LCPC

I am a doctoral level licensed clinical professional counselor, with twenty years of experience as a counselor. The most transformative aspect of counseling is feeling safe and supported by a knowledgeable therapist who will listen empathetically and without judgment, and will help nurture and draw out your best self. I believe that your answers lie within you; my job is to help you discover your inner wisdom and identify and overcome the obstacles to self-actualization - whether they are internal (e.g. low self-esteem, critical inner voice, shame, childhood tra...

Rachelle Michaud

Kansas

LMFT

Caring therapist with a 15 year background in Holistic, Somatic and Transpersonal therapy has specialized interest and training in: relationships, transition to parenthood, childlessness, the military and alternative ways of supporting anxiety and depression. If you are having trouble with a transition in your life, feeling anxious or depressed, having relationship stress, grieving because you never became a parent, feeling isolated, trouble sleeping, struggling with the past or need support around Autism or neurodiversity, I will help you feel seen & heard, & ref...

Terri Keener

Kansas

LCSW,LSCSW

I am a social worker licensed in Kansas and Nevada. I have worked with people in many different situations and often during the most difficult times in their lives. My experience is in both traditional office-based and non-traditional community based settings. . I have helped people who have experienced relationship challenges, parenting issues, trauma, abuse and many other concerns. I have learned a great deal in my professional training, but also from the many individuals that I have worked with. My approach has been described as warm, thoughtful and str...

Misty Thompson

Kansas

LCMFT,DBT-C

Hi I'm Misty Thompson. I have been working for over seventeen years as a clinical therapist with juveniles, adults, couples, and families. I use a solution-focused, experiential therapy style, focusing on areas of strength or need that are determined by the client. My style is supportive and inclusive and I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness therapy, trauma-informed therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I am non-judgmental and welcome people of all races, ethnicities...

Stormy Malone

Kansas

MA,LPC,LCPC

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Kansas. I received an M.A. in counseling from the University of North Dakota. I have worked as a counselor at a nonprofit organization for 3 years. In that time, I frequently worked with adults recovering from experiences with trauma, and those experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression. I also have experience working with families. Specifically, I have assisted parents and grandparents with the development of effecti...

Katie Stevens

Kansas

LCSW,LSCSW

Therapy is a brave step! I am here to listen, support, help, and encourage you as we explore your needs and wants. Our goal will be to overcome roadblocks in your life and help you achieve your personal goals. I want this to be a valuable and beneficial experience for you. My approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a Social Worker our work will be very solution focused, although we may look at all aspects of your life in order to determine the roots of what is going on in your world. Originally from Nebraska, I have called the KC metro area home for 1...

Emily Swanzy

Kansas

MA,LMFT,LCPC

Hello! Life is hard and full of challenges both expected and unexpected. Those challenges can seem overwhelming when faced alone. I see therapy as a collaborative journey that I get the privilege to accompany my clients on. I attained my Master’s in Professional Counseling from Texas State University – San Marcos in 2005. I have 14 years-experience working through life’s challenges with clients. I am licensed in Texas as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor as well as in Kansas as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor an...

Eric Martin

Kansas

LSCSW,LCAC

My name is Eric Martin. I am a clinical social worker with a background in trauma focused therapy, addictions and overall mental health. I have been fully licensed for 3 years but have been in this field for over 10 years. My counseling style is interactive and laid back. I believe in treating everyone with respect and I do not believe in judging any of the people I work with. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I stro...

Susan Nimrod

Kansas

LCPC

Trying to find just the right fit in a counselor can be an intimidating and overwhelming process. Speaking with someone about things that are troublesome, that you have been struggling with or that you can't seem to change can be difficult. I aim to make that step easier and less awkward. We will develop a working relationship that is non-judgmental, relaxed and goal focused. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Kansas with over 25 years experience. I earned my Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kansas....

Nick Harper

Kansas

LCSW,LCAC

Hello! My name is Nick Harper and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas and Colorado, with almost 10 years of experience providing individual and group therapy. I utilize a strength-based, solution focused approach. You will be in the driver's seat regarding your goals. I will help you see how to capitalize on your strengths in order to feel better and more confident. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space that welcomes people of all diverse backgrounds and experiences. I focus on teaching individuals skill including setting healthy boundar...

Sara Samuels

Kansas

MA, LPC

I am an LPC (licensed practicing counselor) in the State of Missouri and have been practicing for over 10 years. I have about 20 years of experience working in the field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, self-esteem, OCD, ADHD and many other concerns. I have worked in a wide variety of settings, including residential treatment, inpatient hospitalization, correctional settings, outpatient and online format as well. I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma, have r...