Parenting Therapists in 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.

Welcome! I understand the courage it takes to reach out. I am the owner of InDwell, a mental health service for children, teens and adults. I am a licensed therapist, certified play therapist, and trained in EMDR. I spent 20 years working as a nurse providing me with an understanding of how our physical & mental health are intertwined. My approach addresses the whole person believing that wellness comes from harmonizing the mind, body and spirit. I offer a Christian perspective for those seeking it, while respecting the unique worldview and beliefs of each client.

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!

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!

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.

You may find yourself in the middle of a life change, grief, questioning your identity, divorce or experiencing unwanted mental health symptoms, among other things. Maybe your relationship is at a crossroad, has experienced an affair or you're tired of dealing with the same relational problems over and over with the same results. You don't have to navigate these roads alone. Reaching out for help and support is a courageous step towards creating the life and relationships that you want.

I am passionate about working with people of all ages. My youngest client is 3 & my oldest is 80 years old. I treat adults, couples, co-parents, families, young adults, teens, tweens, & children. As a clinically licensed counselor, I treat a variety of mental health & family issues. I studied 2 yrs post masters to become an RPT (registered play therapist specializing in working with children) and an SATP-C (sexual addictions treatment provider - certified). I am passionate about working with people who have experienced depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, attachment issues, high conflict family work due to divorce, etc.

I have over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in mental health and counseling settings. I am passionate about providing a therapeutic environment that is engaging, validating and focused on positive change. I utilize a variety of approaches to help individuals and families cope with challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting issues, adoption and attachment, ADHD, autism, loss and grief, trauma, school challenges and behavioral issues.

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.

Are you struggling with body dysmorphia, negative body image, or a unhealthy relationship with food or exercise? Are you struggling with an eating disorder? I believe recovery is possible and I work alongside my clients to help them heal from their eating disorder. I have 16 years of clinical experience, both in inpatient and outpatient settings. I work with all forms of the illness, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and avoidant restrictive food intake disorder. My goal is to create a safe place for you to explore recovery and for you to gain the tools you need to move forward with purpose.

I am grateful to have been a part of helping so many individuals, couples, and blending families resolve their issues over the past 35 years. While the experience has honed my therapy skills, each new person or relationship is unique and requires exploring solutions that fit their individual personality.

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.

I have over 23 years of experience working with individuals and families to assist with mental health in community mental health providing counseling services. I am passionate about providing a therapeutic environment that is validating, caring, and non-judgmental and focus on positive change. I have over 10 years experience teaching DBT skills individually and in group setting. I have provided clinical supervision to assist individuals with getting LSCSW.

Struggling with life stressors or feeling overwhelmed with your child's behavioral/emotional concerns? I specialize in helping children and adults dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD or other behavioral or emotional concerns as well as family therapy, parenting guidance and couples counseling. My role as a therapist is to be a guide in assisting you with determining natural resources and further educate other strategies to help you with the change you want in your life. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings in the past 25 years and in outpatient/private practice for the past 13 years.

Have you ever found yourself wanting to be closer to someone, but pushing them away the moment they want more? Pursuing relationships where you are constantly the one reaching out? Parenting your child and getting so angry over something minor, that you feel irrational? You may have attachment issues or unresolved trauma. Trauma comes in all shapes & sizes: Sometimes it's an obvious life altering event or abuse. But often it's more subtle: the hurts we experience in life that create lasting effects on our self worth & relationships. Attachment is the therapy word for connection; it's the foundation for all of our relationships.

What happened to you? What is your story? Are you looking for a space where you can freely express your feelings, thoughts, and experiences? Whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, intrusive thoughts, parenting, divorce, life transitions, or you simply feel like you need to get something out of your system and need someone to talk to, my goal is to help you identify your strengths, learn to understand yourself, accept your limits, make effective decisions, and be persistent despite obstacles.

I am committed to creating a safe and welcoming space for my clients to explore their experiences and emotions. I  believe in the power of therapy and humor to transform lives and have dedicated my career to helping others achieve their goals. I am an 11-time fitness competitor, a 20-year personal trainer, and a five sport athlete. I believe your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs affect your health. I use evidence-based approaches to improve your health and wellness for lifelong lifestyle changes.  I use a "whole body approach."

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.

I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adult women. I am passionate about using play therapy when working with children and teens. I believe that having a way to communicate what you’re experiencing with play or activities allows for more successful therapeutic outcomes. I am also experienced in helping women navigate a variety of topics including trauma. I believe that as a therapist it is my duty to only accept clients that I feel I am qualified to work with. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact me.