Therapists in Leawood, KS
Nancy Lang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66209
I am a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in practice for over 25 years. We all experiences problems from time to time. Getting help is one of the best things we can do for ourselves. Learning to respond and not react as well as gaining tools for a healthy well being benefits us as well as the people we love. My style of therapy is relaxed, warm and tailored toward your needs and issues. I strive to give my clients insight, tools for positive change, and a confidential place to express their needs and feelings.
I am a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in practice for over 25 years. We all experiences problems from time to time. Getting help is one of the best things we can do for ourselves. Learning to respond and not react as well as gaining tools for a healthy well being benefits us as well as the people we love. My style of therapy is relaxed, warm and tailored toward your needs and issues. I strive to give my clients insight, tools for positive change, and a confidential place to express their needs and feelings.
Ben Taussig
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Life can often feel overwhelming. At times that feeling seems to be more than we can handle on our own. These times can be really difficult to navigate alone. When relationships that we count on fall apart, emotions get out of control, and our strategies for just feeling okay seem to do us more harm than good, reaching out to someone for help can be a powerful first step in getting things back in balance.
Life can often feel overwhelming. At times that feeling seems to be more than we can handle on our own. These times can be really difficult to navigate alone. When relationships that we count on fall apart, emotions get out of control, and our strategies for just feeling okay seem to do us more harm than good, reaching out to someone for help can be a powerful first step in getting things back in balance.
Cassidy Haag
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Are you struggling with life stressors? Maybe you want a deeper connection to yourself. Or you're searching for an empathetic space to process life's challenges. Maybe you have behaviors you want to increase or decrease. No matter your therapy experience, I want to help you accomplish your goals and accompany you on your path to healing.
Are you struggling with life stressors? Maybe you want a deeper connection to yourself. Or you're searching for an empathetic space to process life's challenges. Maybe you have behaviors you want to increase or decrease. No matter your therapy experience, I want to help you accomplish your goals and accompany you on your path to healing.
Naomi Cataudella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66211
Naomi specializes in assisting families in the family court system to rebuild relationships and take child focused co-parenting approaches. Naomi’s background includes work with individuals who have experienced trauma inclusive of Veterans and those who are involved in intimate partner violence. She spent years providing therapeutic services for bereaved individuals and assisting them in the grieving process and rebuilding their lives. Naomi also worked in correctional mental health and served individuals with substance abuse issues and severe and persistent mental health challenges.
Naomi specializes in assisting families in the family court system to rebuild relationships and take child focused co-parenting approaches. Naomi’s background includes work with individuals who have experienced trauma inclusive of Veterans and those who are involved in intimate partner violence. She spent years providing therapeutic services for bereaved individuals and assisting them in the grieving process and rebuilding their lives. Naomi also worked in correctional mental health and served individuals with substance abuse issues and severe and persistent mental health challenges.
Stephanie Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66211
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families experiencing challenges within the family system, which often show up as belligerent teens, difficulties in relationships, anxiety, depression, as well as the myriad issues that arise in the general navigation of life. These issues may include parenting issues, grief and loss, relationships, being part of the sandwich generation, work/life balance. I truly believe you already have the knowledge and wisdom needed to address these issues. As we work together, I will support and guide you as you gain clarity and identify steps to navigate your current challenges.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families experiencing challenges within the family system, which often show up as belligerent teens, difficulties in relationships, anxiety, depression, as well as the myriad issues that arise in the general navigation of life. These issues may include parenting issues, grief and loss, relationships, being part of the sandwich generation, work/life balance. I truly believe you already have the knowledge and wisdom needed to address these issues. As we work together, I will support and guide you as you gain clarity and identify steps to navigate your current challenges.
Elizabeth Miranda
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I especially enjoy working with children, teens, and couples facing a variety of issues. Life is a journey in which change is often the only constant. My job is to honor the journey you are on, and provide avenues for healing and hope both for you and your family. I believe that by working with individuals and families, healing and relational satisfaction can take place and change in relationships can occur.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I especially enjoy working with children, teens, and couples facing a variety of issues. Life is a journey in which change is often the only constant. My job is to honor the journey you are on, and provide avenues for healing and hope both for you and your family. I believe that by working with individuals and families, healing and relational satisfaction can take place and change in relationships can occur.
Dori A Velasquez-Peach
MA, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
I believe the most important factor to success in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. Finding the right fit is essential. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment to address your specific needs. I work with both adults and children, as young as preschool age. I utilize a variety of evidence-based therapy techniques and activities. In order to be successful, one on one therapy is provided at your child’s social, emotional, and developmental level. I actively support and collaborate with parents. I work to develop a relationship with adults to identify their strengths and goals. My goal is for you to feel successful.
I believe the most important factor to success in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. Finding the right fit is essential. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment to address your specific needs. I work with both adults and children, as young as preschool age. I utilize a variety of evidence-based therapy techniques and activities. In order to be successful, one on one therapy is provided at your child’s social, emotional, and developmental level. I actively support and collaborate with parents. I work to develop a relationship with adults to identify their strengths and goals. My goal is for you to feel successful.
Janet Clevenger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Are you tired of striving to find happiness in your relationships? Do you long to feel secure, peaceful or confident? Do you struggle to find the kind of relationships where you can thrive? Or maybe you struggle with low self esteem, maintaining boundaries or pleasing others to the point you find yourself resenting others? If you said yes, then consider taking the step to learn to care for yourself so you can have the success and relationships you want. Or if you think your loved one might have an eating disorder please call. If your anxiety or traumatic experiences are interfering -call me.
Are you tired of striving to find happiness in your relationships? Do you long to feel secure, peaceful or confident? Do you struggle to find the kind of relationships where you can thrive? Or maybe you struggle with low self esteem, maintaining boundaries or pleasing others to the point you find yourself resenting others? If you said yes, then consider taking the step to learn to care for yourself so you can have the success and relationships you want. Or if you think your loved one might have an eating disorder please call. If your anxiety or traumatic experiences are interfering -call me.
Cara McBride
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Life gets challenging and sometimes, no matter what you do, you feel stuck with nowhere to turn. You feel isolated and lost. Hope, healing and self-discovery are my passions. I would love to walk beside you on your journey to healing. You lead the way, I will follow, be there to empower you and help you find clarity in the chaos. For the last 7 years, I have been helping children, adults and families sort through pain and trauma in order to make sense of their life story.
Life gets challenging and sometimes, no matter what you do, you feel stuck with nowhere to turn. You feel isolated and lost. Hope, healing and self-discovery are my passions. I would love to walk beside you on your journey to healing. You lead the way, I will follow, be there to empower you and help you find clarity in the chaos. For the last 7 years, I have been helping children, adults and families sort through pain and trauma in order to make sense of their life story.
Chelsea Link
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Life can be challenging, and I am here to walk beside you and your family in this journey. If you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or experiencing struggles due to trauma to everyday stressors to parenting questions, I am here to help. I have worked with children, families and individuals who present with various needs ranging from struggles with life transitions to trauma. Having witnessed the calm and strength that can come from change, I am dedicated to helping my clients work toward their goals.
Life can be challenging, and I am here to walk beside you and your family in this journey. If you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or experiencing struggles due to trauma to everyday stressors to parenting questions, I am here to help. I have worked with children, families and individuals who present with various needs ranging from struggles with life transitions to trauma. Having witnessed the calm and strength that can come from change, I am dedicated to helping my clients work toward their goals.
Angela L Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCP, PLCP, NCC
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66206
You are looking for guidance and support to help you get out of the stuck place you are in right now. You have tried many different things, but keep getting the same result. You are ready for change. I am passionate about helping you find what is holding you back from living your wholesome life. Ultimately, empowering you to take your life back, realizing that you matter and you are in control of your life choices and relationships. Together we can heal your heart and mind and restore your soul. I work with individuals and couples, where I am trained in Gottman and Emotion Focused Therapy.
You are looking for guidance and support to help you get out of the stuck place you are in right now. You have tried many different things, but keep getting the same result. You are ready for change. I am passionate about helping you find what is holding you back from living your wholesome life. Ultimately, empowering you to take your life back, realizing that you matter and you are in control of your life choices and relationships. Together we can heal your heart and mind and restore your soul. I work with individuals and couples, where I am trained in Gottman and Emotion Focused Therapy.
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Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Life is hard. Family is hard. Raising kids is hard. You want someone who can help when everything in your daily life is affected, including our thoughts, emotions and resulting behaviors. Also, impacting the way your body feels, and ultimately how you experience YOU and your relationships. You may feel overwhelmed or stuck, unsatisfied in your relationship, anxious, or wondering if things can change or things can get better. There is hope, and we are here. We have many clinicians at all locations that are experienced and ready to help, including affordable options.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Do you ever wonder when the anxiety is going to stop? How to connect with your spouse? How to help your struggling teen? Therapy will ease the heaviness you have been carrying. I have worked with teens in a variety of settings for 10 years! I also work with parents, couples, and individuals in adulthood. I provide a safe space to dive into the difficulty you are experiencing, giving you a voice in the pacing and direction of your sessions. I set clear goals for you so that we both know when you are ready to “graduate” from sessions. I want my clients to feel confident as they step out of care. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66209
Are you in a season of change? Perhaps you're graduating, getting married, experiencing parenthood for the first time or grieving a loss? Are you moving a million miles a minute and struggling to live wholeheartedly in the present? Therapy provides a container for sacred pause, reflection and exploration of your unique essence and purpose. We will pull from strengths-centered modalities, including Internal Family Systems and Enneagram, to support your meaning making and return to self journey. Therapy is your ritual for self investment and enrichment.
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Grief Therapist Shannon Kirby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66211
Starting individual counseling or couples counseling can be intimidating. I know it’s uncomfortable to open yourself up to someone and really take a look at the painful stories you carry around. Finding yourself can be a daunting task. What’s more uncomfortable is carrying around pain and other stressors. I am well versed in combating these powerful narratives and I am not afraid of authenticity. I believe that most stories are laced with grief such as divorce, loss or just simply losing yourself. Having experienced layers of grief in my own life, I am ready and willing to join you as you explore by doing the work in therapy.
Starting individual counseling or couples counseling can be intimidating. I know it’s uncomfortable to open yourself up to someone and really take a look at the painful stories you carry around. Finding yourself can be a daunting task. What’s more uncomfortable is carrying around pain and other stressors. I am well versed in combating these powerful narratives and I am not afraid of authenticity. I believe that most stories are laced with grief such as divorce, loss or just simply losing yourself. Having experienced layers of grief in my own life, I am ready and willing to join you as you explore by doing the work in therapy.
Lisa Ruff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Leawood, KS 66211
Waitlist for new clients
I love making therapy a positive experience that leaves clients feeling happy and excited to come back the next week. My practice is focused on therapy with kids, teens, adults, and families. I use play therapy, Theraplay(tm), and Whole Brain Child interventions to reach kids and teens. I enjoy working with adults on determining what career path to take, how to adjust to college/full time employment, mid-life career issues, and stress management/mindfulness skills. Issues from Anxiety, ASD, and Depression often pop up at this time of life. I am here to help them navigate!
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Nicole Muther
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66206
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here looking for support! I know it can so often feel like everyone around you is living their absolute best life while you feel like a hot mess. I'm here to be a safe space for teen girls and women in their twenties wanting to process all things anxiety, self-confidence + self-worth. I love helping my clients show up as their most confident self in their relationships with significant others, friends, and family.
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Secure Counseling Clinic, LLC
Counselor, LLC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Secure Counseling Clinic, LLC is for men, women, couples, and families, as well as special therapy treatments for children and teens. Clinicians are available for appointments daytimes and evenings, weekdays and Saturdays.
Your board-certified, professional counselor will use training in neurological, psychological and emotional issues to help you in a quiet, confidential office.
Located at College and Nall in Leawood, KS, near the Overland Park Convention Center and Town Center Plaza, we serve clients from all walks of life with a wide range of presenting issues. We believe that all human beings deserve to feel secure.
Secure Counseling Clinic, LLC is for men, women, couples, and families, as well as special therapy treatments for children and teens. Clinicians are available for appointments daytimes and evenings, weekdays and Saturdays.
Your board-certified, professional counselor will use training in neurological, psychological and emotional issues to help you in a quiet, confidential office.
Located at College and Nall in Leawood, KS, near the Overland Park Convention Center and Town Center Plaza, we serve clients from all walks of life with a wide range of presenting issues. We believe that all human beings deserve to feel secure.
Heeseong Ha
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LCAC, NCTTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66209
Heeseong is a compassionate licensed clinical professional counselor and licensed clinical addiction counselor with a specialization in Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Cultural issues, and Drug and Alcohol-related Addiction. She is also trained in EMDR approved by EMDRIA. With over 10 years of experience, she is dedicated to providing exceptional mental health and addiction counseling services to clients of all ages. With a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach, she believes in collaborative and working relationships with her clients based on trust and transparent communication.
Heeseong is a compassionate licensed clinical professional counselor and licensed clinical addiction counselor with a specialization in Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Cultural issues, and Drug and Alcohol-related Addiction. She is also trained in EMDR approved by EMDRIA. With over 10 years of experience, she is dedicated to providing exceptional mental health and addiction counseling services to clients of all ages. With a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach, she believes in collaborative and working relationships with her clients based on trust and transparent communication.
Arena Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Not accepting new clients
My promise to you is that I will listen and genuinely try to understand what you are going through. Because I care about you, I will be respectful, but honest. My mission is to help you search for the answers, skills and strength needed to make changes that will put you in a position to cope with the circumstances of your life. Since many of those dilemmas are often the result of self-defeating thoughts, I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Exposure Response Therapy. I am EMDR trained for anxiety and trauma related counseling and healing.
My promise to you is that I will listen and genuinely try to understand what you are going through. Because I care about you, I will be respectful, but honest. My mission is to help you search for the answers, skills and strength needed to make changes that will put you in a position to cope with the circumstances of your life. Since many of those dilemmas are often the result of self-defeating thoughts, I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Exposure Response Therapy. I am EMDR trained for anxiety and trauma related counseling and healing.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Leawood, KS
200+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in Leawood, KS who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
92% | Depression |
84% | Relationship Issues |
79% | Self Esteem |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Coping Skills |
72% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
55% | Aetna |
54% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
53% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Leawood, KS see their clients
90% | In Person and Online | |
10% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.