Therapists in Kansas City, MO
Nate Rayburn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64113
I specialize in working with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Family Issues, Marital Issues, Autism, Adoption Issues, Substance Dependence Disorders, and Sex Addiction.
Hello! My name is Nate Rayburn and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Grain Valley Missouri. I have been practicing counseling in Missouri for the past eight years and look forward to being able to help you with any number of issues you may be battling.
I specialize in working with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Family Issues, Marital Issues, Autism, Adoption Issues, Substance Dependence Disorders, and Sex Addiction.
Hello! My name is Nate Rayburn and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Grain Valley Missouri. I have been practicing counseling in Missouri for the past eight years and look forward to being able to help you with any number of issues you may be battling.
Hope Springs Eternal, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64118 (Online Only)
Are you someone who is struggling to manage the obstacles and roadblocks in your life? Are you struggling in areas of depression, anxiety and stress management. Maybe you are having difficulties in managing your relationships with others. Whatever your challenges are, I can assist you in developing coping skills and strategies to help you reclaim yourself and to become more empowered and motivated. I am available to show you that improvement and growth are possible in the midst of dealing with your challenges and struggles. Hope always springs eternal!
Are you someone who is struggling to manage the obstacles and roadblocks in your life? Are you struggling in areas of depression, anxiety and stress management. Maybe you are having difficulties in managing your relationships with others. Whatever your challenges are, I can assist you in developing coping skills and strategies to help you reclaim yourself and to become more empowered and motivated. I am available to show you that improvement and growth are possible in the midst of dealing with your challenges and struggles. Hope always springs eternal!
Keara Sherman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64113
I am currently only accepting new clients for Assessments (ADHD, learning disabilities, mood disorders, etc). Do you feel stuck, or at an impasse in your current life? Perhaps the use of a substance or a behavior has become a larger piece of your life than you wanted it to. It could be that anxiety or depression have kept you from achieving what you want, or being who you want to be. Maybe you’ve had a change in your life that’s been difficult to handle. Perhaps your child/teen is having difficulty at home or in school. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and tailor my approach to each individual.
I am currently only accepting new clients for Assessments (ADHD, learning disabilities, mood disorders, etc). Do you feel stuck, or at an impasse in your current life? Perhaps the use of a substance or a behavior has become a larger piece of your life than you wanted it to. It could be that anxiety or depression have kept you from achieving what you want, or being who you want to be. Maybe you’ve had a change in your life that’s been difficult to handle. Perhaps your child/teen is having difficulty at home or in school. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and tailor my approach to each individual.
Kristin (K K) Koetting
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64145
I love the field of psychology! Whether you need a therapist, or a life/wellness coach, I am decidated to helping you find the solutions to maximize your wellness and well-being.
Are you...
trying to improve your health?
adjusting to an injury or illness?
searching for solutions to relationships, depression, anxiety, stress, career, or parenting?
going through a transition like divorce?
looking to enhance your personal growth, self-confidence and happiness?
wanting to develop skills in goal-setting, performance, mindfulness, optimism, creativity, and reslience?
I have the expertise and passion to help!
www.435southmag.com
I love the field of psychology! Whether you need a therapist, or a life/wellness coach, I am decidated to helping you find the solutions to maximize your wellness and well-being.
Are you...
trying to improve your health?
adjusting to an injury or illness?
searching for solutions to relationships, depression, anxiety, stress, career, or parenting?
going through a transition like divorce?
looking to enhance your personal growth, self-confidence and happiness?
wanting to develop skills in goal-setting, performance, mindfulness, optimism, creativity, and reslience?
I have the expertise and passion to help!
www.435southmag.com
Derek Keath Faulkner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64112
Specific areas of focus are Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, and issues with Self-Esteem.
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.
Specific areas of focus are Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, and issues with Self-Esteem.
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.
Zachariah L. Whertvine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64118
I have worked with those wanting to manage symptoms of addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders.
You will not go where you have not yet been without learning to do what you have not yet done. Many seek wellness, peace, joy, and such believing they must discover it for themselves, by themselves. Yet we see example after example that the most successful have guides, coaches, mentors, or counselors.
I have worked with those wanting to manage symptoms of addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders.
You will not go where you have not yet been without learning to do what you have not yet done. Many seek wellness, peace, joy, and such believing they must discover it for themselves, by themselves. Yet we see example after example that the most successful have guides, coaches, mentors, or counselors.
Rebecca Dolores Correnti
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCP
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64118 (Online Only)
I work with adults with depression, relationship problems, adults who need to get their lives back on track with coaching and those who are overwhelmed with high stressors & need emotional support.
I do both phone counseling as well as face to face counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching. These are my areas of expertise. Mediation work within the courts for divorce issues, anxiety, panic attacks, adults who have had mild to severe abuse of any kind, PTSD, high stresors, OCD, those who are overwhelmed, depression, relationship counseling for individuals, grief counseling, goal setting, work stressors/ problem solving, Career counseling and personal coaching, co-dependancy problems individual counseling,cognitive-behavior therapy, Autism spectrum, ADHD,and divorce issues with adults, assessments, disability summaries and psychological testing.
I work with adults with depression, relationship problems, adults who need to get their lives back on track with coaching and those who are overwhelmed with high stressors & need emotional support.
I do both phone counseling as well as face to face counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching. These are my areas of expertise. Mediation work within the courts for divorce issues, anxiety, panic attacks, adults who have had mild to severe abuse of any kind, PTSD, high stresors, OCD, those who are overwhelmed, depression, relationship counseling for individuals, grief counseling, goal setting, work stressors/ problem solving, Career counseling and personal coaching, co-dependancy problems individual counseling,cognitive-behavior therapy, Autism spectrum, ADHD,and divorce issues with adults, assessments, disability summaries and psychological testing.
Keyonna L Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153 (Online Only)
It is my belief that seeking help is the first indication that you are motivated and ready to make changes in your life. My purpose here is to partner with you, while empowering you, as you move through the process of change. I will help you learn to think about and address your problems in a healthier manner. Sometimes it takes the help of a mental health professional to help you take an objective look at your circumstances and empower you so that you can take the first step necessary to make those changes.
It is my belief that seeking help is the first indication that you are motivated and ready to make changes in your life. My purpose here is to partner with you, while empowering you, as you move through the process of change. I will help you learn to think about and address your problems in a healthier manner. Sometimes it takes the help of a mental health professional to help you take an objective look at your circumstances and empower you so that you can take the first step necessary to make those changes.
Liza Tsahiridis @ Pure.Joy.Co.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSMhc, MSEd, Phd ADD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64118 (Online Only)
I'm a small town girl who has gone through life with divorce, caring for a child with special needs, loss, and love. I love to connect with REAL people who have REAL problems & are looking for not only help but big changes in their lives. Let's connect with you on what is happening in your life today & how I can help you get past the hurdles that are stopping you from moving on! When I am not working with my clients I am speaking all over the world motivating the masses, listening to way too many podcasts & sneaking M&M's in bed! Let me come with you along this journey we call life. It is my passion helping you find true pure joy!
I'm a small town girl who has gone through life with divorce, caring for a child with special needs, loss, and love. I love to connect with REAL people who have REAL problems & are looking for not only help but big changes in their lives. Let's connect with you on what is happening in your life today & how I can help you get past the hurdles that are stopping you from moving on! When I am not working with my clients I am speaking all over the world motivating the masses, listening to way too many podcasts & sneaking M&M's in bed! Let me come with you along this journey we call life. It is my passion helping you find true pure joy!
Dianna Brockman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, C-DBT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64105
I know therapists are expected to start these bio’s off by sharing what they offer prospective clients, along with their viewpoint on therapy. That info is important, but my primary focus is to make sure you understand that it is YOU that really matters. Maya Angelou said "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style." I want to help you find your own version of thriving.
I know therapists are expected to start these bio’s off by sharing what they offer prospective clients, along with their viewpoint on therapy. That info is important, but my primary focus is to make sure you understand that it is YOU that really matters. Maya Angelou said "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style." I want to help you find your own version of thriving.
Sharma McKinney Nurse Practitioner
APRN , FNP-C , CARN-AP
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64114
Though raised in Kansas, I received my Bachelor’s in Nursing from the University of Missouri in Columbia (Go Tigers!). I have been working in health care for over 15 years including time in intensive care, pediatrics, adolescent medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry, and addiction medicine. I received my Master’s Degree from Simmons University in Boston, MA and am board certified in both family medicine and addiction medicine with a speciality in psychiatry for all ages. I am passionate about medication assisted treatment including buprenorphine induction and titration. I have worked as a nurse practitioner in both inpatient an
Though raised in Kansas, I received my Bachelor’s in Nursing from the University of Missouri in Columbia (Go Tigers!). I have been working in health care for over 15 years including time in intensive care, pediatrics, adolescent medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry, and addiction medicine. I received my Master’s Degree from Simmons University in Boston, MA and am board certified in both family medicine and addiction medicine with a speciality in psychiatry for all ages. I am passionate about medication assisted treatment including buprenorphine induction and titration. I have worked as a nurse practitioner in both inpatient an
Suzanne Muehlebach Garrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64113
Not accepting new clients
With 30 years experience in mental health, I have a conviction about the human capacity to grow, develop, and adapt throughout life. I appreciate that each person brings to therapy a unique self: the combination of one's personal characteristics, early family relationships, and life experiences. I practice from a psychodynamic perspective to better understand your current situation in a safe therapeutic environment of curiosity and collaboration.
With 30 years experience in mental health, I have a conviction about the human capacity to grow, develop, and adapt throughout life. I appreciate that each person brings to therapy a unique self: the combination of one's personal characteristics, early family relationships, and life experiences. I practice from a psychodynamic perspective to better understand your current situation in a safe therapeutic environment of curiosity and collaboration.
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Marni Marie Shrum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Independence, MO 64055
Not accepting new clients
I have a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Avila University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia with training in Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Gottman Method Couple's Therapy & Play Therapy. Beyond my education, I have experience working with children ages 3 and up, adolescents, and adults with a variety of mental health issues, including severe and persistent mental illnesses, addictions, trauma, abuse, neglect, couples and relationship issues, grief and loss, and mood/anxiety disorders. I use a multidisciplinary approach based on the individual and their specific need and therefore use a variety of therapeutic models.
I have a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Avila University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia with training in Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Gottman Method Couple's Therapy & Play Therapy. Beyond my education, I have experience working with children ages 3 and up, adolescents, and adults with a variety of mental health issues, including severe and persistent mental illnesses, addictions, trauma, abuse, neglect, couples and relationship issues, grief and loss, and mood/anxiety disorders. I use a multidisciplinary approach based on the individual and their specific need and therefore use a variety of therapeutic models.
Online Therapists
Cynthia DeBey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Faucett, MO 64448 (Online Only)
My specialties are adjustment to change in health or environment, grief/loss, behavioral changes to improve health (diabetes, weight, smoking), anxiety, depression, aging issues, caregiver issues, loneliness, stress (work, professional, medical, relationship, unknown), and motivational interviewing.
Managing what life throws at you can be tough and feel overwhelming. Therapists work with millions of people every day to work through those tough situations. I have 25 years of life experience working with people of all ages in various situations, not just therapeutically. I have the therapeutic qualities that most look for, such as honesty, compassion, non-judgmental, open, being easy to talk to and direct. Our sessions will be confidential. Finding the right therapist just for you can be as simple as scheduling and completing a 15-minute introduction. I offer that without any further commitment.
My specialties are adjustment to change in health or environment, grief/loss, behavioral changes to improve health (diabetes, weight, smoking), anxiety, depression, aging issues, caregiver issues, loneliness, stress (work, professional, medical, relationship, unknown), and motivational interviewing.
Managing what life throws at you can be tough and feel overwhelming. Therapists work with millions of people every day to work through those tough situations. I have 25 years of life experience working with people of all ages in various situations, not just therapeutically. I have the therapeutic qualities that most look for, such as honesty, compassion, non-judgmental, open, being easy to talk to and direct. Our sessions will be confidential. Finding the right therapist just for you can be as simple as scheduling and completing a 15-minute introduction. I offer that without any further commitment.
Cheryl Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSCSW, CCATP, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I'm here for you, to listen and help work through life's issues to your goals, happiness, and best functioning. Individuals, couples, families, teens, aging, fertility, transgender, LGBTQI+, grief, loss, anxiety, phase of life, addiction, behavioral, medical, chronic, more. I offer support, and compassion in a solution focused, strengths based, informed and confidential environment, custom designed to meet your therapeutic needs. I am CISM-CISD certified, a therapist's therapist (I enjoy working with therapists who want to do their own work), Interactive, Cognitive Behavioral, Integrative, a Generalist. Let's talk.
I'm here for you, to listen and help work through life's issues to your goals, happiness, and best functioning. Individuals, couples, families, teens, aging, fertility, transgender, LGBTQI+, grief, loss, anxiety, phase of life, addiction, behavioral, medical, chronic, more. I offer support, and compassion in a solution focused, strengths based, informed and confidential environment, custom designed to meet your therapeutic needs. I am CISM-CISD certified, a therapist's therapist (I enjoy working with therapists who want to do their own work), Interactive, Cognitive Behavioral, Integrative, a Generalist. Let's talk.
Amie Lynn Cooper
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Nevada, MO 64772 (Online Only)
Her focus is on Medical Psychology where she helps others understand how their thoughts and feelings can affect their behaviors and physiological reactions and is particularly interested in trauma reactions on physiological systems. She assists others to learn healthy lifestyle choices as a coping skill to return to managing daily life demands effective. She assists others to find the balance between body-mind-soul as a way to empower individuals. She uses this Gestalt approach coupled with Humanistic theory to allow individuals to feel heard and supported in their journeys towards wellness.
Her focus is on Medical Psychology where she helps others understand how their thoughts and feelings can affect their behaviors and physiological reactions and is particularly interested in trauma reactions on physiological systems. She assists others to learn healthy lifestyle choices as a coping skill to return to managing daily life demands effective. She assists others to find the balance between body-mind-soul as a way to empower individuals. She uses this Gestalt approach coupled with Humanistic theory to allow individuals to feel heard and supported in their journeys towards wellness.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.