Forensic Psychology Therapists in Platte City, MO
Natalie McQuinn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Platte City, MO 64079 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Missouri with 10+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & bipolar disorder. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. If it is you or you are trying to figure out how to help or cope with a loved one with these problems I can help.
I am licensed in Missouri with 10+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & bipolar disorder. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. If it is you or you are trying to figure out how to help or cope with a loved one with these problems I can help.
Leslie Zarker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Platte City, MO 64079 (Online Only)
Do you struggle daily to find satisfaction or happiness? Perhaps you have no energy or time for yourself but plenty of irritability and anxiety for everyone including the dog? Your job is hard and stressful and home is another source of pressure. Your relationships aren’t what you want them to be and leave you feeling like you’re failing. Maybe you can’t stop thinking about certain things and feel like you can’t tell people because they might judge you, treat you differently, or just not understand. Does sleep elude you and leave you dragging yourself out of bed every morning? Do you hope today will be different than yesterday?
Do you struggle daily to find satisfaction or happiness? Perhaps you have no energy or time for yourself but plenty of irritability and anxiety for everyone including the dog? Your job is hard and stressful and home is another source of pressure. Your relationships aren’t what you want them to be and leave you feeling like you’re failing. Maybe you can’t stop thinking about certain things and feel like you can’t tell people because they might judge you, treat you differently, or just not understand. Does sleep elude you and leave you dragging yourself out of bed every morning? Do you hope today will be different than yesterday?
Online Therapists
My aim is to help individuals and couples who are experiencing repetitive, entrenched patterns of problems or symptoms. These problems may appear in the realm of mood (emotions), behavior, or be physically lodged (psychosomatic). Disturbances such as these are often found to have their roots in templates formed earlier in life, but exert force upon present-day perceptions, emotions, cognitions, and interpersonal life. My role is to facilitate an in-depth understanding of the understructure of these mental and emotional constellations (usually out of awareness) which uphold and perpetuate the problems and patterns in need of modification or relief.
My aim is to help individuals and couples who are experiencing repetitive, entrenched patterns of problems or symptoms. These problems may appear in the realm of mood (emotions), behavior, or be physically lodged (psychosomatic). Disturbances such as these are often found to have their roots in templates formed earlier in life, but exert force upon present-day perceptions, emotions, cognitions, and interpersonal life. My role is to facilitate an in-depth understanding of the understructure of these mental and emotional constellations (usually out of awareness) which uphold and perpetuate the problems and patterns in need of modification or relief.
I specialize in High-performance individuals that live under a constant state of performance pressure, Parents who want to understand what their child needs in education (gifted or learning difficulties), and Attorneys that want fair and honest data to decide what needs to happen in complex child custody cases. As someone who has lived in these scenarios, I've developed tools and techniques to help you find the answers you need. Whether you are worried about your child, feeling burned out, or need an accurate assessment for court, I'll strive to give you the care and attention I'd want for my own family.
I specialize in High-performance individuals that live under a constant state of performance pressure, Parents who want to understand what their child needs in education (gifted or learning difficulties), and Attorneys that want fair and honest data to decide what needs to happen in complex child custody cases. As someone who has lived in these scenarios, I've developed tools and techniques to help you find the answers you need. Whether you are worried about your child, feeling burned out, or need an accurate assessment for court, I'll strive to give you the care and attention I'd want for my own family.
I have been in practice for 30 years as a clinical psychologist. I provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I use mindfulness techniques for therapy in addition to a compassionate presence. These approaches include mindfulness to resolving situational depression, teaching clients to overcome overwhelming emotional situations, relaxation techniques to quiet your mind and body, and therapy to assist each client to function each day with calmness and clarity. I am a very proactive therapist, allowing individuals to explore their own thoughts, feelings, behavior patterns, and develop an action plan that best suits their personal growth.
I have been in practice for 30 years as a clinical psychologist. I provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I use mindfulness techniques for therapy in addition to a compassionate presence. These approaches include mindfulness to resolving situational depression, teaching clients to overcome overwhelming emotional situations, relaxation techniques to quiet your mind and body, and therapy to assist each client to function each day with calmness and clarity. I am a very proactive therapist, allowing individuals to explore their own thoughts, feelings, behavior patterns, and develop an action plan that best suits their personal growth.
Rachel N. Murdock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blue Springs, MO 64015
Trauma and anxiety can lead to a sense of fragmentation, exhaustion, and detachment from our true selves. This may affect mental and physical health, relationships, and career, causing frustration. Everyday situations might evoke discomfort, and recalling a time when things felt different feels nearly impossible. If you're feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and suffering in silence, it's time for a change. If you're ready to pursue happiness, well-being, and face the future with hope, I'm here to support you on your healing journey. Reach out, and let's start this process together.
Trauma and anxiety can lead to a sense of fragmentation, exhaustion, and detachment from our true selves. This may affect mental and physical health, relationships, and career, causing frustration. Everyday situations might evoke discomfort, and recalling a time when things felt different feels nearly impossible. If you're feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and suffering in silence, it's time for a change. If you're ready to pursue happiness, well-being, and face the future with hope, I'm here to support you on your healing journey. Reach out, and let's start this process together.
Are you looking for testing for Autism, ADHD, Learning Disability, Giftedness, Personality Disorder, or finding a diagnosis? You are in the right place! I see individuals aged 1-19. I provide individualized psychological assessment services to help people find answers to their questions, create a clear path toward success, and provide diagnosis. We provide a therapeutic assessment approach that is collaborative and strengths-based. We also provide assessment pre-screenings virtually to help families decide if they need a full evaluation or not.
Are you looking for testing for Autism, ADHD, Learning Disability, Giftedness, Personality Disorder, or finding a diagnosis? You are in the right place! I see individuals aged 1-19. I provide individualized psychological assessment services to help people find answers to their questions, create a clear path toward success, and provide diagnosis. We provide a therapeutic assessment approach that is collaborative and strengths-based. We also provide assessment pre-screenings virtually to help families decide if they need a full evaluation or not.
Michelle Marie Magri
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LMAC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64118
Asking for help is hard and you are on the way to taking your first steps. As a clinician, I recognize the importance of collaboration and the impact it can have on our well-being. Life, indeed, presents its share of difficulties, and having a safe space to explore those challenges is crucial. Unbiased and non-judgmental support is essential, especially when we tend to be overly critical of ourselves. It’s common to feel like some problems are beyond our control, but together, we can navigate them. Whether the issues are big or small, I’m here to join forces with you, working toward your goals and uncovering the possibilities.
Asking for help is hard and you are on the way to taking your first steps. As a clinician, I recognize the importance of collaboration and the impact it can have on our well-being. Life, indeed, presents its share of difficulties, and having a safe space to explore those challenges is crucial. Unbiased and non-judgmental support is essential, especially when we tend to be overly critical of ourselves. It’s common to feel like some problems are beyond our control, but together, we can navigate them. Whether the issues are big or small, I’m here to join forces with you, working toward your goals and uncovering the possibilities.
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Forensic Psychology Therapists
How does forensic psychology work?
Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behavior that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.
Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?
Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.
Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?
In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behavior as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.
How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?
The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.