Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Andover, KS

I specialize in working with ages 15 and up. I offer a non-judgmental space that allows clients to express themselves and be open in session. I started as an educator and then a high school counselor prior to branching off into private practice. I enjoy helping individuals work through their difficult times and grow into who they desire to be. I don’t believe that a person needs “fixed” but more that you just need support while you grow and shift during a challenging time. I also enjoy helping couples reconnect and learn how to be the best partner they can be while keeping communication and intimacy intact.

Hello! I believe the order and steps taken in therapy matter, walking through issues at your pace and in your timing. I work toward: integration of the person as a whole, considering and working through ineffective patterns and beliefs, walking up to, and developing skills to regulate emotionally and working to rewire/reprogram the ineffective neurological pathways established in the brain.

I believe that change is a process and with therapy, that process can be a smooth one. I focus on the positive and my belief is that everyone has an innate desire to improve themselves. My goal for therapy is to serve as a "mirror," in order to help people understand themselves more and to improve all relationships in their lives. I have 11 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples to help them achieve success and to move forward.

Welcome to my practice! I've had the privilege of guiding individuals on their journey to emotional wellness as a DBT program leader for over 15 years. As a dedicated Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provider, my approach is rooted in empowering clients to cultivate a deeper understanding of their emotions and develop effective coping strategies, ultimately helping them reclaim a sense of control over their lives. Client's drawn to my practice are seeking a validating and nonjudgmental therapist who can provide a direct approach to emotional stability.

The Monarch Center specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Our program provides both individual and group therapy for people seeking help to regulate emotions. All of our therapists are intensively trained in DBT and have many years of experience working together as a team. We believe every person can live a life worth living, and that freedom from suffering is possible.

From a young age I wanted to be a therapist. My goal is to be the therapist that I needed as a child and an adult. Someone who would not only listen but really hear me, would be able to relate to me and offer skills, guidance and support to help me learn how to improve all areas of my life. Let me help you find the skills, knowledge and support you to improve your relationships, your responses, your understanding to reach success in your life. We will create a treatment plan together to help guide you to reach your goals. Setbacks happen, nobody is perfect. When they do happen, we will work through and figure out ways to modify.

I specialize in Anxiety, Autism, Attention Deficit, Mood Disorders, and Motivation in adults and children. My therapy approach was developed through years of academic and medical research focusing on motivation, attention, and anxiety. I graduated from the University of Kansas with a Master's degree in social welfare in 2011. I have held research and clinical positions at the University of Colorado, Duke University, Comcare and KU Medical Center. I made the move to private practice in 2016.

Are you an older or younger adult battling life challenges, relationship issues & personal development? Do you have a young child/children struggling to fit in, isolating, and making poor choices? I am a Black/African American therapist who provides therapy to toddlers, young children & teenagers ages 3 - 17, and women ages 18 - 65 in the Kansas City metro & Wichita, KS areas. I tailored my practice to meet clients where they are, providing them with a non-judgmental space to do so. I have noticed this approach has proven successful in helping clients of all ages and backgrounds feel comfortable sharing.

With over 25 years of counseling experience, I have developed a passion for working with people who have experienced challenges related to substance abuse, the criminal justice system, the child welfare system, gender identity, and being LGBTQ+. I also love helping people with anxiety, depression, self-harming behaviors, bipolar disorder, ADHD, excessive anger, unresolved trauma, grief, PTSD, and many other mental health needs. As an eclectic therapist, I use a variety of treatment modalities including CBT, Reality Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, REBT, and SFBT, and am in the process of becoming certified in DBT.

Danielle Thrush is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a School Counselor with a Master of Science Degree in Community Mental Health and School Counseling from Fort Hays State University. Danielle specializes in working with children ages 4-13 and some teens in her private practice. Danielle was also in education for 14 years as a school counselor and teacher in Wichita Public Schools. While working with a specialized Positive Behavior Support program in Wichita Public Schools, Danielle gained experience in working with children exhibiting aggression, self-injurious behaviors, and many whom experienced severe trauma.

Hi, and welcome! At heaLuna Therapy, I strive to create a nurturing space where your journey is honored, courage celebrated, and feelings valued. I specialize in helping women and teens facing a variety of challenges, such as self-esteem, narcissistic abuse recovery, ADHD, anxiety, and peer/relationship issues. I believe deeply in the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. My top priority is ensuring you feel safe and supported in our work together. Through our genuine connection, we’ll explore thoughts, feelings, experiences, and behaviors, with unwavering empathy and without judgment.

When emotional pain interrupt's your life it can be both paralyzing and debilitating affecting your daily life and routine. When this happen's it can feel as if your whole world has came to an screeching halt, and that is because it has. You may be experiencing thoughts dominated by loss coupled with poor concentration, tearful spells, and confusion about your future. Maybe you're feeling depressed or discouraged by a variety of life's interruption's. Whatever kind of pain and emotional discomfort that you are feeling, I care and I want to help you heal and move forward.

Therapy is about you, your struggles, and your questions. My place is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can gain clarity and self-confidence. My place is to help you find solutions and explore possibilities—a place where core issues can be addressed, including past trauma, sometimes for the first time. If you feel stuck in an area of your life, therapy can help. If you've experienced a setback, major disappointment, or challenge that seems impossible, counseling can help—call (316) 361-6850 to schedule an appointment.

So many people have that "record" that plays on repeat in their head. The one that whispers to them when they look in the mirror, "you are not good enough." My goal is to work with high functioning, successful people who still hear that voice saying "you are not good enough." My goal is to work with you to challenge that voice and eventually get rid of it so you can have all of the happiness you deserve!

You are the expert of your own life and I will work alongside you to tailor a treatment plan and interventions to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I have experience working with but not limited to abuse, trauma, foster care system/families, juvenile offenders, ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, PTSD, anger management, Anxiety, Depression, sexual orientation and gender issues, grief and loss, and with children, parents, couples, and families. I am a registered play therapist through APT.

Therapy is a process and for that you need a good partner. I like to look at the postitive side of psychology and help people see in them what is already there. People come to therapy for so many different reasons and it is my goal as a clinician to act as a guide for them to reach their goals.

You are safe here! I'm open to everyone, agnostic, spiritual, or other. I am an ally for the LGBTQIA community. I enjoy working with those who struggle with childhood traumas and attachments that would like to find peace within themselves.

Living with symptoms of stress, anxiety, or OCD can feel challenging and overwhelming. You may notice yourself reviewing past situations or worrying about the future. Perhaps you deal with fears about situations or events that prevent you from experiencing life to the fullest. You might engage in compulsive behaviors in an effort to alleviate stress related to intrusive thoughts. Skin picking and hair pulling (and other Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors) can also be associated with anxiety. Often these behaviors have been used for long periods of time and can feel very difficult to stop.

Are you feeling set-off by everything, easily triggered, and frustrated with everyone? Maybe it’s the opposite - you feel lonely, sad, and no one loves you. You’re tired of fighting, and you’re exhausted by all the critical comments. You want to feel supported, cared for, and accepted by your friends and family. You need others to understand “It’s not the same” and “I am not you!” You need someone to HEAR you!