Therapists in Fort Leavenworth, KS
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Kristen Collom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66209 (Online Only)
Kristen commonly works with clients who are experiencing anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, and depression.
Kristen currently offers fully virtual sessions to individuals aged 10 and up. Kristen has a Master's degree in Social Work and is a board-certified Licensed Master Level Social Worker in the state of Kansas. She has experience providing services to a variety of individuals, particularly children, and adolescents, and enjoys helping others while using a strengths-based and person-centered approach. She has experience working with children and adolescents who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety/depression, and family conflict.
Kristen commonly works with clients who are experiencing anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, and depression.
Kristen currently offers fully virtual sessions to individuals aged 10 and up. Kristen has a Master's degree in Social Work and is a board-certified Licensed Master Level Social Worker in the state of Kansas. She has experience providing services to a variety of individuals, particularly children, and adolescents, and enjoys helping others while using a strengths-based and person-centered approach. She has experience working with children and adolescents who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety/depression, and family conflict.
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As an experienced educator and therapist, Dan excels at empowering individuals to manage anxiety and depression using strategies based on cognitive behavioral therapy, neuroplasticity, and behavioral activation. Dan can help teens get “unstuck” in unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior while also improving their communication and relationship-building skills.
As an experienced educator and therapist, Dan excels at empowering individuals to manage anxiety and depression using strategies based on cognitive behavioral therapy, neuroplasticity, and behavioral activation. Dan can help teens get “unstuck” in unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior while also improving their communication and relationship-building skills.
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I work with people of all ages, including those who struggle with ADHD, Depression, Bipolar, Anxiety, and more.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I am a therapist with Jordan Psychological Center in Overland Park and am currently accepting new clients with little wait time! Mental health is my greatest passion, and I feel so fortunate to be able to serve the needs of this community.
I work with people of all ages, including those who struggle with ADHD, Depression, Bipolar, Anxiety, and more.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I am a therapist with Jordan Psychological Center in Overland Park and am currently accepting new clients with little wait time! Mental health is my greatest passion, and I feel so fortunate to be able to serve the needs of this community.
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Navigating teen years can be challenging, both for teens and parents! Naturally, adolescence is a time of transition with changes in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. These transitions bring symptoms of anxiety, depression, and unhealthy coping. I help teens to gain insight and provide a new perspective. My goal is for them to learn how to be more self-aware, manage stress, cope with changes, have healthy relationships, build a positive image, and handle difficult situations.
Navigating teen years can be challenging, both for teens and parents! Naturally, adolescence is a time of transition with changes in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. These transitions bring symptoms of anxiety, depression, and unhealthy coping. I help teens to gain insight and provide a new perspective. My goal is for them to learn how to be more self-aware, manage stress, cope with changes, have healthy relationships, build a positive image, and handle difficult situations.
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If you or your child is struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationships/friendships, parenting, anger, or managing their emotions and thoughts in an unhealthy way, please contact me to schedule an appointment, or call for a free 15 minute phone consult.
Life can feel heavy, hard, confusing, isolating, and overwhelming. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Play Therapist I am passionate about helping Children, Parents, Families, and Adults work towards the positive change they want in their lives. Therapy is a beautiful and safe space where goals are set, skills are practiced, and emotions are supported. If you or your child is struggling with anger, emotion dysregulation, depression, anxiety, ADHD, aggressive behaviors, defiance, stress, tearfulness, or from a traumatic event please know you are not alone and I am here to provide support and guidance if you need it.
If you or your child is struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationships/friendships, parenting, anger, or managing their emotions and thoughts in an unhealthy way, please contact me to schedule an appointment, or call for a free 15 minute phone consult.
Life can feel heavy, hard, confusing, isolating, and overwhelming. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Play Therapist I am passionate about helping Children, Parents, Families, and Adults work towards the positive change they want in their lives. Therapy is a beautiful and safe space where goals are set, skills are practiced, and emotions are supported. If you or your child is struggling with anger, emotion dysregulation, depression, anxiety, ADHD, aggressive behaviors, defiance, stress, tearfulness, or from a traumatic event please know you are not alone and I am here to provide support and guidance if you need it.
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Twoana Clark-Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, CLC, CHW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66207
I offer therapeutic counseling and coaching support in the following areas: Relationships and Intimacy, Depression, Anxiety and overall Stress Management and Balance, Spirituality and Personal Development, Motivation and Time Management, Finances and Budgeting, Healthy Aging, Lifestyle and Self-Care, Children, Adolescent, and Family issues .
I offer guidance and support through Trauma-informed Counseling and Coaching in the areas of emotional/behavioral, relational, and spiritual. I specialize in Holistic therapeutic interventions and utilize a very unique and individualized approach to empower people toward change. In either individual or group settings I work with individuals to identify areas of their lives that have become problematic. We then work together to design a "package" unique to the person or group that encompasses both internal and external resources to equip them to become positive change agents within their homes, families, and communities.
I offer therapeutic counseling and coaching support in the following areas: Relationships and Intimacy, Depression, Anxiety and overall Stress Management and Balance, Spirituality and Personal Development, Motivation and Time Management, Finances and Budgeting, Healthy Aging, Lifestyle and Self-Care, Children, Adolescent, and Family issues .
I offer guidance and support through Trauma-informed Counseling and Coaching in the areas of emotional/behavioral, relational, and spiritual. I specialize in Holistic therapeutic interventions and utilize a very unique and individualized approach to empower people toward change. In either individual or group settings I work with individuals to identify areas of their lives that have become problematic. We then work together to design a "package" unique to the person or group that encompasses both internal and external resources to equip them to become positive change agents within their homes, families, and communities.
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I have direct experience working with sexual trauma and offenders, substance abuse, anxiety/depression, and crisis management.
As said by Jim Rohn, “Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change.” We all experience personal setbacks from time to time. Unfortunately, life does not and will never operate completely according to our own plans. When experiencing a setback or situation that requires a different approach, there is absolutely no shame in reaching out for assistance. The human spirit is one of survival and we all have the ability to persevere. It is my belief we are not defined by our weakness, personal struggles, and/or current circumstances.
I have direct experience working with sexual trauma and offenders, substance abuse, anxiety/depression, and crisis management.
As said by Jim Rohn, “Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change.” We all experience personal setbacks from time to time. Unfortunately, life does not and will never operate completely according to our own plans. When experiencing a setback or situation that requires a different approach, there is absolutely no shame in reaching out for assistance. The human spirit is one of survival and we all have the ability to persevere. It is my belief we are not defined by our weakness, personal struggles, and/or current circumstances.
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Hannah Bruins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210
), people in times of transition, those working through anxiety and depression, as well as children ages 2 years to 7 years with behavior issues and their families.
I firmly believe in the goodness in all and in the potential that each individual holds. My client-first approach shows this belief in practice: I meet my clients where they are and give them the tools to help them grow into the person they want to become. I use a collaborative approach in my work and facilitate each client’s healing process to help restore joy or identify and conquer obstacles that hinders potential.
), people in times of transition, those working through anxiety and depression, as well as children ages 2 years to 7 years with behavior issues and their families.
I firmly believe in the goodness in all and in the potential that each individual holds. My client-first approach shows this belief in practice: I meet my clients where they are and give them the tools to help them grow into the person they want to become. I use a collaborative approach in my work and facilitate each client’s healing process to help restore joy or identify and conquer obstacles that hinders potential.
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I have treated children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of issues including Anxiety disorders, ADHD, anger, depression, life stressors and changes, relationships, social and emotional needs; bereavement; co-occurring developmental delays.
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 have treated children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of issues including Anxiety disorders, ADHD, anger, depression, life stressors and changes, relationships, social and emotional needs; bereavement; co-occurring developmental delays.
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.
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Katie Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
Especially those clients who may be dealing with relationship issues, lack of self-esteem, anxiety, or depression.
The decision to seek counseling can be overwhelming. Finding the right fit and feeling like you are in a safe space can sometimes be a challenge. My goal as a therapist is to create a place where clients feel empowered, secure, and seen. I utilize an integrative counseling approach which allows me to tailor your treatment to your unique needs.
Especially those clients who may be dealing with relationship issues, lack of self-esteem, anxiety, or depression.
The decision to seek counseling can be overwhelming. Finding the right fit and feeling like you are in a safe space can sometimes be a challenge. My goal as a therapist is to create a place where clients feel empowered, secure, and seen. I utilize an integrative counseling approach which allows me to tailor your treatment to your unique needs.
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Emily Kravit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210 (Online Only)
During hard times, we can lose our sense of self and struggle to get it back. We are all complex multifaceted people with many different parts of us, which can often cause symptoms that get in the way of relationships, productivity, or cause feelings of depression, anxiety and hopelessness. Together, let's work to recover your sense of well-being and then build a life where you are thriving beyond your struggles. I utilize IFS as a primary modality as well as take an eclectic approach, meaning I use a variety of techniques based on what your situation calls for, at the time you need it the most.
During hard times, we can lose our sense of self and struggle to get it back. We are all complex multifaceted people with many different parts of us, which can often cause symptoms that get in the way of relationships, productivity, or cause feelings of depression, anxiety and hopelessness. Together, let's work to recover your sense of well-being and then build a life where you are thriving beyond your struggles. I utilize IFS as a primary modality as well as take an eclectic approach, meaning I use a variety of techniques based on what your situation calls for, at the time you need it the most.
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The staff at Christian Psychological Services specialize in providing quality counseling and psychotherapy for individuals challenged with depression, anxiety, marital/family issues to include parent-child conflict, aging, postpartum/peripartum for women, substance abuse, career identification and transition, grief/loss, and forgiveness. Dr. Harnden also has extensive experience in providing psychological assessment evaluations for individuals and for corporations in regard to succession management, downsizing and development opportunities. Group therapy and team building services are also provided by seasoned professionals.
The staff at Christian Psychological Services specialize in providing quality counseling and psychotherapy for individuals challenged with depression, anxiety, marital/family issues to include parent-child conflict, aging, postpartum/peripartum for women, substance abuse, career identification and transition, grief/loss, and forgiveness. Dr. Harnden also has extensive experience in providing psychological assessment evaluations for individuals and for corporations in regard to succession management, downsizing and development opportunities. Group therapy and team building services are also provided by seasoned professionals.
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Do you feel overwhelmed by thoughts, emotions, relationships? Does anxiety and depression stop you in your tracks? Does the past seem to always be on your shoulders? Do you have a child who has big emotions and actions that are uncharacteristic? Is the thought of the school year something that gives your child anxiety?
Do you feel overwhelmed by thoughts, emotions, relationships? Does anxiety and depression stop you in your tracks? Does the past seem to always be on your shoulders? Do you have a child who has big emotions and actions that are uncharacteristic? Is the thought of the school year something that gives your child anxiety?
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I work one-on-one with individuals from childhood through adulthood who need support in all areas of their life such as anxiety, depression, behavioral/emotional management, school-related concerns, relationship issues, life stresses, and adjustments in different stages of life.
I work one-on-one with individuals from childhood through adulthood who need support in all areas of their life such as anxiety, depression, behavioral/emotional management, school-related concerns, relationship issues, life stresses, and adjustments in different stages of life.
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The counselors at Spence Counseling Center specialize in marriage and family therapy; children and teen therapy; grief and loss; anxiety and depression; substance, alcohol, sexual, and gambling addictions; and other mental health issues.
Spence Counseling Center has over 15 Christian counselors in several locations throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas allowing us to serve more populations with a wider variety of issues. Through all the changes in all the years, our mission has remained the same: bringing help, healing, and freedom to the hurting, wounded, and lonely people of this world. As Spence Counseling Center moves forward into the future, our dedication to our mission remains the same as does our commitment to Christ-centered integrative therapy.
The counselors at Spence Counseling Center specialize in marriage and family therapy; children and teen therapy; grief and loss; anxiety and depression; substance, alcohol, sexual, and gambling addictions; and other mental health issues.
Spence Counseling Center has over 15 Christian counselors in several locations throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas allowing us to serve more populations with a wider variety of issues. Through all the changes in all the years, our mission has remained the same: bringing help, healing, and freedom to the hurting, wounded, and lonely people of this world. As Spence Counseling Center moves forward into the future, our dedication to our mission remains the same as does our commitment to Christ-centered integrative therapy.
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Congratulations on taking the FIRST courageous step toward dealing with your PAIN that is no longer working for you; or perhaps you like to grow and learn more about yourself; or you want to achieve HEALING from grief/loss related to major life changes. Painful symptoms related to trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, or relational issues are tough to tackle by yourself. By giving a non-judgmental and an empathetic therapist a CHANCE and Therapy time, change IS possible. I am dually licensed in Kansas and Missouri.
Congratulations on taking the FIRST courageous step toward dealing with your PAIN that is no longer working for you; or perhaps you like to grow and learn more about yourself; or you want to achieve HEALING from grief/loss related to major life changes. Painful symptoms related to trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, or relational issues are tough to tackle by yourself. By giving a non-judgmental and an empathetic therapist a CHANCE and Therapy time, change IS possible. I am dually licensed in Kansas and Missouri.
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Jill Curtis Licensed Clinical Counselor
Counselor, MS, EdS, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66211
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to generalized anxiety, couples counseling and beyond.
As a client-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship problems, today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered to maximize your utmost potential. Therapy is for someone who is motivated to grow, learn about themselves, and make positive changes in their life and relationships. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to generalized anxiety, couples counseling and beyond.
As a client-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship problems, today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered to maximize your utmost potential. Therapy is for someone who is motivated to grow, learn about themselves, and make positive changes in their life and relationships. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
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Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) is a different and fun way to reach children, adolescents, and young adults without the stigma of talk therapy. EAP is an alternative therapeutic approach that addresses mental health concerns and everyday life challenges by teaming up with caring therapists and horses. This type of therapy often reflects clients' verbal and nonverbal strengths and incongruencies while enhancing personal growth and development. This experiential, holistic approach works well with solution-focused therapy (SFT) and other evidence-based treatment modalities, e.g., ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) is a different and fun way to reach children, adolescents, and young adults without the stigma of talk therapy. EAP is an alternative therapeutic approach that addresses mental health concerns and everyday life challenges by teaming up with caring therapists and horses. This type of therapy often reflects clients' verbal and nonverbal strengths and incongruencies while enhancing personal growth and development. This experiential, holistic approach works well with solution-focused therapy (SFT) and other evidence-based treatment modalities, e.g., ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
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My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.
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Dawn Stillinger
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC/KS, LPC/MO, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66202
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a wait of 2-3 weeks to schedule an appointment. I am a creative and caring professional holding a master in counseling psychology degree and a certificate in child and adolescent counseling. With a holistic and trauma-informed approach, I treat the whole person with special emphasis on the effects of trauma. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults. With my previous work in the private sector and art community, I am uniquely qualified to assist individuals with creative challenges or career transitions and concerns.
I currently have a wait of 2-3 weeks to schedule an appointment. I am a creative and caring professional holding a master in counseling psychology degree and a certificate in child and adolescent counseling. With a holistic and trauma-informed approach, I treat the whole person with special emphasis on the effects of trauma. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults. With my previous work in the private sector and art community, I am uniquely qualified to assist individuals with creative challenges or career transitions and concerns.
Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.