Parenting Therapists in Park City, KS

Is your child or teen struggling with transitions? Does everything end up in a power struggle? Are they frequently anxious and angry? Maybe you have tried consequences, but those consequences are not working and setting firmer limits ends in more stress. Helping them regulate big emotions may be difficult for you and lead to frustration and confusion. I can support your child or teen in learning to regulate their emotions.

We can feel stuck in our emotions and our life can seem out of control. Therapy is a place to help you sort things out and to help you on your healing journey. I will provide a safe space for you to process and leave the baggage behind. My approach is client centered, using your strengths to assist you with creating goals to help you on your journey. I will support you and give you the tools to assist you with managing your daily life. I am laid back and I will provide direct and honest feedback.

I believe in trying differently, rather than harder. Parenting children who are neurodivergent (ADHD, FASD, Autism, Developmental Trauma) can be overwhelming, especially if a parent is too! Children can struggle with healthy attachment, viewing every person and situation through a "survival' lens of distrust, often engaging in undesirable behavior to try to establish feeling in control, safe, and connected. They may struggle with processing and verbalizing or emotional regulation. Parents may struggle with regulation and connection in the face of challenging behavior. We all do well when we have the necessary skills to do so!

Addressing the specific needs or goals of the client is the primary goal in my therapy sessions. Assessment might include focusing on anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment, loss, and relationship health including marriage and parenting. Premarital assessment and therapy as well as marriage therapy and enrichment are important aspects of my therapy skill set. My life experiences of long term marriage, parenting, grandparenting and the desire to assist in healthy relationships direct my therapy.

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.

You find yourself struggling to regulate your emotions and handle stressors. You wish to better yourself and better your ability to cope and manage stress. You struggle with self-love and self-compassion, or maybe you are unsure of who you are. You want a therapist who conveys genuine empathy, provides tools and resources for improvement, and holds space for you, especially during difficult times. Let me assist you in achieving your mental health goals so you can begin the journey of becoming the best version of yourself, together that is our goal.

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.

What do you wish you could change? You may be frustrated because “if I could change it, I would have by now”. As a therapist I help clients work towards changing their lives. Whether it is a parent wanting to improve their relationship with their kids, a partner wanting to reconnect with their loved one, or an individual wanting to overcome the obstacle that has been in their way. I want to empower you to reach your goal.

Life and relationships can be difficult: therapy gives you a place to be seen, to grow, and to heal. As a therapist, I strive to offer a calm and genuine environment so that you can show up exactly as you are. I believe in a collaborative approach which allows us to work together to achieve your goals and build a relationship that lends itself to emotional expression and vulnerability. In this way we can overcome any and all stresses you are wanting to work through. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families struggling with trauma, anxiety, shame, transitions, and parenting.

I have spent many years attending my own therapy, working through the deep woods of my own healing. I know how hard it can be to show up for yourself in therapy. What you can expect from me as your therapist is someone who will truly listen to you and not dismiss you. My approach is warm and collaborative, I believe you are the expert of your life, and my role is to come beside you in your healing. I welcome all racial, ethnic, spiritual, sexual and gender identities and weave in being culturally sensitive and inclusive into all my sessions. I also think therapy should be fun and I include humor and offer a laid-back atmosphere.

I work with people of all ages who have experiences life changes, foster care in all capacities (working, foster parenting, foster child), individuals who want to work on themselves, and families that want to work on their relationships with each other.

I have over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, families, and adults. I have work experience in a variety of settings, including an adolescent inpatient psychiatric hospital, child welfare, and schools. I have experience in helping people with a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and suicide ideation and prevention.

Ready to live your best life, reduce stress, and take control of your world? I'm here to assist you with anxiety, depression, or just holding on day to day. I provide services to individuals (adults and children), couples, and families. Many of those who come to my office have concerns with family, school, or are struggling with parenting a defiant child. I can give you the tools and support to have a healthier family and not feel so overwhelmed. I can also support you through life changes, breakups, grief, and processing past trauma. Have other specific areas; give me a call!

As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I have over 30 years experience working with diverse populations in various community and institutional settings. I have had the privilege of helping clients recognize their own strengths and walk beside them through hard things. I am committed to helping you remove or work through barriers that are preventing you from living your most authentic life. I utilize a strengths based and collaborative approach to problem solving for ages 12+. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcoming to the neurodivergent and autistic community. If you are ready to live your best life, I can help!

I am currently on leave and will return mid-Fall 2023. My passion is to work alongside clients to help them build skills to navigate themselves and their life. My experience is wide, working with people of all backgrounds, ages 6 and up with various issues including PTSD, depression, anxiety, parent-child relationships, and mental illness. I also administer psychological evaluations to help determine appropriate diagnosis, treatment planning and provide individual recommendations for clients.