Therapists in Manhattan, KS

Greetings and Welcome to Evergreen Therapy & Wellness. Here, you can find healing and restore hope for a brighter future. Evergreen Therapy can help you discover new possibilities in growth and healing. By uncovering inner strengths and hidden solutions, clients can experience true, lasting change to a wide array of difficulties such as, trauma, grief and loss, as well as depression and anxiety. With personalized treatment plans to address each client's needs, success for a brighter future is possible. Hope is closer than you think!

Welcome to Evergreen Therapy & Wellness! Here, you can heal and restore hope for a brighter future. Evergreen Therapy & Wellness can support your goals by helping to identify possibilities in healing and growth. By uncovering inner strengths and hidden solutions, you can experience lasting change to a wide range of challenges such as grief/loss as well as anxiety and depression. With unique treatment plans to address each client's needs, success for a brighter future is possible. Hope is closer than you think!

I have 8 years of experience in providing mental health and substance use therapy to diverse populations of all ages, including military Veterans, immigrants, students, LGBTQ+, parents, and working professionals. It is my passion to assist clients in recognizing and building their strengths, then identifying and meeting their goals in manageable ways.

We all go through difficult times in our lives, and sometimes we need to reach out to others during these times. I am here to help you navigate any struggles that you may be experiencing. My goal is to provide a warm, safe environment for you to process your emotions, grieve, cope, and heal. I believe that everyone has strengths that we can build on in therapy, and my goal is to work with you to use these strengths to reach your goals.

Asking for help can be scary. It is my goal to normalize mental health struggles and seeking an outside perspective to learn and grow. I also believe that the understanding of oppression is an important part of therapy and recovery is a social justice issue. I'm a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor. I have been in the field for over 16 years. I aim to help you explore your own strengths and problem-solving strategies. I serve as a non-judgmental sounding board to help you explore things you would like to change. My goal is to work myself out of a job so you can get on with your life.

I utilize an integrative approach to therapy. My primary treatment approach is client centered therapy which allow me to follow my clients lead in session. This approach also assists clients with self-actualization and growth. One of the most important primary needs of individuals is to have secure emotional attachments. Therefore, I utilize a systems approach and attachment processes in my work with couples and families. I have a special interest in working with veterans and active duty military couples and families.

Motherhood is beautiful; but from pregnancy to parenting, it’s not easy. Maybe you're holding your baby, wondering why you don’t feel “happy” yet. You’re afraid of not being "good enough" and you feel overwhelmed as you try to survive without sleep. Your expectations around labor and birth did not go to plan and you feel a loss that others don’t understand. Maybe you're pregnant now; filled with hormones, fear, and anxiety about the transition ahead. You want to prepare but don’t know where to start. Maybe you’re struggling to get pregnant, questioning and measuring everything, angry and afraid of hearing the word "infertility".

You may feel as if you are at a crossroads, feeling stuck or seeking more fulfillment in your life. On difficult days, it may seem as if the smallest tasks are nearly impossible or that you are just going through the motions, unsure of where you are headed and if it is even worth it.

Do you often feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with your life? Do you feel you have little support? Perhaps you feel on edge and don’t know how to relax? Do you feel there isn’t enough time in the day? Or your world runs on chronic stress? Maybe you’ve noticed these feelings and have even tried ways to challenge them. Jumped into yoga, didn’t work. Read a self-help book, didn’t work. Sought advice from friends. They didn’t understand. Googled your symptoms. Yeah, that was a bad idea. If you find yourself saying yes, then you're looking at the right profile. Let me be your guide to balance and mental wellness.

Not all clients arrive to therapy with the same issues or the same rooting point, so therapy needs to be unique to each individual. I provide a space to establish how clients see therapy happening and I am there to help guide the process in a healthy manner. The space belongs to the client, not me.

"Everyone faces struggles at some point in life, and it is courage which allows us to seek help during those times. Common issues such as depression, anxiety, relational conflict, behavioral and emotional problems, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions can all be very oppressive, yet we can often work toward more helpful ways to manage these challenges. Asking for help can be hard, and it is usually the hard things that are worth doing."

I firmly believe in the philosophy that "it is okay to be human." All of us struggle to navigate the balance between emotional well-being and the demands of daily life. We all grapple with establishing healthy boundaries and find ourselves stretched thin by the responsibilities we shoulder. This can lead to stress, both at work and in our personal lives, as we strive to meet societal expectations and our own aspirations. My goal is to guide you in navigating life's complexities with confidence.

Trauma is common and over half of all people will have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. It does not have to continue to disrupt life. My mission is to help people find their power again and move past their trauma so they can live their best life in accordance with their values and goals and fully live and enjoy their lives. I use trauma informed care first and foremost along with a blend of other modalities in order to help clients find their own strength in managing their symptoms, learning self-compassion, and regaining their internal locus of control.

I help kids, teens and adults learn to be kinder to themselves. Most of my clients come to my office having spent years trying to be perfect, talking negatively to themselves and feeling loads of shame. Perhaps they suspect they have anxiety, depression or PTSD from some of the things they have been through. If this sounds like you, please know, you are worthy of a life that is joyful and authentic; I would love to help you work through whatever roadblocks are standing in the way of that!

Are you seeking help for a child with emotional or behavioral issues? Is your child anxious or stressed? If so, please give me a call. Your child is unique and deserves the chance to reach their full potential. Behavior issues, trouble adjusting to divorce, parent/child conflict, or a history of trauma and abuse can make life difficult for kids. I specialize in working with children ages 11 and younger, personalizing treatment to each child's unique needs. When treating a child, I always work with parents or guardians, as well, as this is the most effective way to help your child.

Many of my clients come in to therapy wanting to overcome stress and hard emotions, or break painful patterns in their relationships. I often work with clients who have felt hurt by their relationships due to harsh words, addiction or leaving when they needed them. For many, the first goals involve understanding how others' actions have impacted them, and who they are outside of that impact. My goal is for clients to find clarity and feel empowered to choose for themselves their next step forward.

Now, more than ever, we are understanding the long-term and pervasive effects that trauma can have on a person's well-being. Trauma can stem from a single violent traumatic event, or events that typically don't involve violence or disaster, but do create significant distress. Anxiety, fear, anger, irritability, depression, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger after distressing events, or lived experiences. I work with clients presenting with a range of trauma, past, and present. I provide collaborative & client-centered care that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the human condition.

I am here to be a compassionate, non-judgmental witness to any human that needs one. I believe a strong, collaborative relationship between client and therapist is important to helping you grow and heal. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR trained. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults, with an emphasis on trauma-work and sexual assault. I have experience working with couples, families, and individuals. I am also mindful of my clients’ intersectional and multicultural identities and how that may influence our work together. Reach out to schedule a free 15 minute consult!

Many people show up to therapy believing that there's something wrong with them or that they are the problem. Let me assure you that you aren't "crazy." The symptoms you struggle with are just that, symptoms of a larger, more relational problem. Whether you're struggling with your mental health, connecting with your partner(s) or family members, or job related distress; we're here to help. The therapists at KCCD will always see you as a human rather than just a diagnosis. We understand that life (and our relationships) can feel overwhelming, and we're here to support you in overcoming any obstacle.