Relational Therapists in Jackson County, KS
My therapy & counseling are based on the life experiences and the philosophy of Viktor Frankl. His writings describe the kinds of the situation from which he and his fellow prisoners at Auschwitz were able, on a day-to-day basis, to extract the life-sustaining meaning that was essential to their survival. My therapy has three levels: (1) use mindfulness and relaxation methods to calm the emotional brain down, and (2) use cognitive-behavioral to develop a healthy sense of resiliency. In the 3rd stage, you will learn self-distancing techniques to discover meaningfulness at the moment and find better ways to expand your uniqueness.
My therapy & counseling are based on the life experiences and the philosophy of Viktor Frankl. His writings describe the kinds of the situation from which he and his fellow prisoners at Auschwitz were able, on a day-to-day basis, to extract the life-sustaining meaning that was essential to their survival. My therapy has three levels: (1) use mindfulness and relaxation methods to calm the emotional brain down, and (2) use cognitive-behavioral to develop a healthy sense of resiliency. In the 3rd stage, you will learn self-distancing techniques to discover meaningfulness at the moment and find better ways to expand your uniqueness.
Each of us is unique and have experienced different life events that have led us to the place we are today. Because of this, therapy should be unique; tailored to fit your specific needs and abilities to help each client create the changes they wish to see in themselves and their lives. Change that is meaningful and lasting.
Each of us is unique and have experienced different life events that have led us to the place we are today. Because of this, therapy should be unique; tailored to fit your specific needs and abilities to help each client create the changes they wish to see in themselves and their lives. Change that is meaningful and lasting.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, Board Certified PTSD Clinician, and Certified Reality Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, families and groups using interventions designed to strengthen individuals, couples, marriages, and families and to increase personal/familial happiness. Issues addressed include adjustment disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, relationship issues, developmental issues and concerns, and family/parenting issues and concerns.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, Board Certified PTSD Clinician, and Certified Reality Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, families and groups using interventions designed to strengthen individuals, couples, marriages, and families and to increase personal/familial happiness. Issues addressed include adjustment disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, relationship issues, developmental issues and concerns, and family/parenting issues and concerns.
Online Therapists
I’m a humanistic and relational being.
I’m a trained sex-positive relationship therapist. I use evidenced-based relationship therapy techniques to support my clients in actualizing their interpersonal potential while honoring their individuality in the context of their relationships. I also practice Gottman Couples therapy, which integrates empirical evidence on what makes love last. Based on 40+ years of relationship research, the Gottman approach takes the guesswork out of how we can cultivate strong & lasting relationships
I’m a humanistic and relational being.
I’m a trained sex-positive relationship therapist. I use evidenced-based relationship therapy techniques to support my clients in actualizing their interpersonal potential while honoring their individuality in the context of their relationships. I also practice Gottman Couples therapy, which integrates empirical evidence on what makes love last. Based on 40+ years of relationship research, the Gottman approach takes the guesswork out of how we can cultivate strong & lasting relationships
My approach is highly relational and focuses heavily on building a collaborative environment in which you as the client feel heard, known, understood, and accepted.
I predominantly work with individuals who feel stretched by other’s demands and like they have to be the rock for the people around them. I also specialize working with couples experiencing communication difficulties. Together, we can calm the storm and take steps toward a life you enjoy. Life can be hard, but you do not have to handle it alone. You have taken an incredibly brave step by starting this searching process. Whatever you are dealing with - trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, loss - know that you do not have to face it on your own.
My approach is highly relational and focuses heavily on building a collaborative environment in which you as the client feel heard, known, understood, and accepted.
I predominantly work with individuals who feel stretched by other’s demands and like they have to be the rock for the people around them. I also specialize working with couples experiencing communication difficulties. Together, we can calm the storm and take steps toward a life you enjoy. Life can be hard, but you do not have to handle it alone. You have taken an incredibly brave step by starting this searching process. Whatever you are dealing with - trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, loss - know that you do not have to face it on your own.
Brenda Walden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66209
I offer a non-judgemental environment that will nuture, challenge and empower you to deeper understanding of your foundational identity and your relational connections.
Hope is often difficult to find when life gets confusing and messy. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe there is always hope. My desire is to journey with you to find clarity, confidence, understanding and peace in the process.
I offer a non-judgemental environment that will nuture, challenge and empower you to deeper understanding of your foundational identity and your relational connections.
Hope is often difficult to find when life gets confusing and messy. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe there is always hope. My desire is to journey with you to find clarity, confidence, understanding and peace in the process.
Andrew J Marra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Olathe, KS 66061 (Online Only)
I aim to address the immediate concerns of the people I work with in the greater context of their life experiences. I see a variety of patients including adolescents, adults, and couples. My practice begins with the assumption that people are more than the sum of a set of symptoms, so I strive to incorporate the whole person into the therapeutic process. In attending to relational, emotional, spiritual, and existential concerns, I hope to help people live more fulfilling lives consistent with their values.
I aim to address the immediate concerns of the people I work with in the greater context of their life experiences. I see a variety of patients including adolescents, adults, and couples. My practice begins with the assumption that people are more than the sum of a set of symptoms, so I strive to incorporate the whole person into the therapeutic process. In attending to relational, emotional, spiritual, and existential concerns, I hope to help people live more fulfilling lives consistent with their values.
Samuel focuses on unlocking men's anger, providing a safe space for children to explore their emotions, and supporting couples in relational distress.
Samuel, MA, LPC, is a compassionate counselor specializing in deep transformation and growth. With a Master's degree in counseling from MNU and an LPC license in Kansas, Samuel is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and children navigate their emotions and experiences.
Samuel focuses on unlocking men's anger, providing a safe space for children to explore their emotions, and supporting couples in relational distress.
Samuel, MA, LPC, is a compassionate counselor specializing in deep transformation and growth. With a Master's degree in counseling from MNU and an LPC license in Kansas, Samuel is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and children navigate their emotions and experiences.
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.
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.
She believes involving family members in therapy when necessary benefits clients most efficiently in cases such as relational struggles, depression and anxiety, and behavior issues.
Hi! I’m Kate! I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am an EMDR certified therapist. I feel passionately about helping clients process their trauma so they can move on with their lives and experience true healing and hope. I want to come alongside you and your family and help to heal relational issues and past trauma.
She believes involving family members in therapy when necessary benefits clients most efficiently in cases such as relational struggles, depression and anxiety, and behavior issues.
Hi! I’m Kate! I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am an EMDR certified therapist. I feel passionately about helping clients process their trauma so they can move on with their lives and experience true healing and hope. I want to come alongside you and your family and help to heal relational issues and past trauma.
Stephanie L. Wick
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan, KS 66503
Waitlist for new clients
Stephanie tends to work with individuals between the ages of 13-65 on issues related to: faith, identity, marital/couples counseling and therapy, anxiety/depression, overcoming fear and finding purpose, military men/women/families, and death/dying/grief. She also enjoys working with professionals struggling with Impostor Syndrome (and other professional issues) and high functioning neurodivergence (and related issues). Stephanie believes that optimal mental and relational health is first achieved by establishing healthy habits in the areas of nutrition, exercise, mindfulness/prayer/meditation, and social connection.
Stephanie tends to work with individuals between the ages of 13-65 on issues related to: faith, identity, marital/couples counseling and therapy, anxiety/depression, overcoming fear and finding purpose, military men/women/families, and death/dying/grief. She also enjoys working with professionals struggling with Impostor Syndrome (and other professional issues) and high functioning neurodivergence (and related issues). Stephanie believes that optimal mental and relational health is first achieved by establishing healthy habits in the areas of nutrition, exercise, mindfulness/prayer/meditation, and social connection.
Diaysha Cole
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, MHA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213 (Online Only)
I have experience in the areas of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, PTSD, life transitions, trauma, spirituality, and relational problems.
Are you an individual that struggles to explore their emotions and come to terms with past trauma, current fears, and broken relationships? Are you a couple or and family that needs help facilitating the creation of secure lasting bonds and reinforcing any preexisting positive bonds? Are you an individual that needs a non-judgement safe place to process and heal from the stress of life, or wants to grow mentally, emotionally and spiritually?
I have experience in the areas of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, PTSD, life transitions, trauma, spirituality, and relational problems.
Are you an individual that struggles to explore their emotions and come to terms with past trauma, current fears, and broken relationships? Are you a couple or and family that needs help facilitating the creation of secure lasting bonds and reinforcing any preexisting positive bonds? Are you an individual that needs a non-judgement safe place to process and heal from the stress of life, or wants to grow mentally, emotionally and spiritually?
Devonie Atchison
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, LMFT, LCAC
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210
I am passionate about doing relational therapy and use an attachment-based lens in my approach.
Currently accepting new couples and online scheduling is available!Are you wanting to experience changes in your life or your relationship, but aren't sure where to begin? Perhaps things like shame, resentment, hurt, trauma, depression, or anxiety are getting in the way of your happiness. You are worthy of feeling supported and connected as you navigate through these challenges. You don’t have to feel stuck, hopeless, or alone. I strive to support relationships of those who are seeking security and connection and aid individuals in (re)discovering their inherent worthiness.
I am passionate about doing relational therapy and use an attachment-based lens in my approach.
Currently accepting new couples and online scheduling is available!Are you wanting to experience changes in your life or your relationship, but aren't sure where to begin? Perhaps things like shame, resentment, hurt, trauma, depression, or anxiety are getting in the way of your happiness. You are worthy of feeling supported and connected as you navigate through these challenges. You don’t have to feel stuck, hopeless, or alone. I strive to support relationships of those who are seeking security and connection and aid individuals in (re)discovering their inherent worthiness.
I specialize in couples therapy, from premarital counseling to 2 ¼-day intensives through Couples Therapy, Inc. I take great joy in helping couples gain relational insights and apply new tools to form a more satisfying relationship. My approach incorporates experience in social work (BSW), ministry (MDiv, DMin, CSD), and counseling (MAC, LCPC, EMDR, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Certified Enneagram Coaching). I am specialty trained by The Gottman Institute in affair recovery. Through these disciplines, I've noticed overlapping consistency in what brings healing, wholeness, and harmonious relationships.
I specialize in couples therapy, from premarital counseling to 2 ¼-day intensives through Couples Therapy, Inc. I take great joy in helping couples gain relational insights and apply new tools to form a more satisfying relationship. My approach incorporates experience in social work (BSW), ministry (MDiv, DMin, CSD), and counseling (MAC, LCPC, EMDR, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Certified Enneagram Coaching). I am specialty trained by The Gottman Institute in affair recovery. Through these disciplines, I've noticed overlapping consistency in what brings healing, wholeness, and harmonious relationships.
Patrick McCoy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Olathe, KS 66061 (Online Only)
I have years of experience specializing in tackling mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, relational concerns, attachment issues, and more.
I am passionate about seeking balance and normalizing life's experiences with my clients. Moreover, I am adept at fostering a compassionate non-biased connection while navigating through life challenges, stressors, and worries with you.
I have years of experience specializing in tackling mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, relational concerns, attachment issues, and more.
I am passionate about seeking balance and normalizing life's experiences with my clients. Moreover, I am adept at fostering a compassionate non-biased connection while navigating through life challenges, stressors, and worries with you.
Dr. Ken Morris is a state licensed professional counselor with close to 35 years of experience. He has a passion for working with people that struggle with marital and relationship, substance abuse, mood, and trauma issues. Dr. Morris works with teenagers and adults and offers individual counseling using traditional and highly effective adjunct modes of therapy such as hypnosis and EDMR. You will find Dr. Ken very relational and the office environment very welcoming and comfortable. You can initiate an appointment by calling Dr. Morris at 913-636-5657
Dr. Ken Morris is a state licensed professional counselor with close to 35 years of experience. He has a passion for working with people that struggle with marital and relationship, substance abuse, mood, and trauma issues. Dr. Morris works with teenagers and adults and offers individual counseling using traditional and highly effective adjunct modes of therapy such as hypnosis and EDMR. You will find Dr. Ken very relational and the office environment very welcoming and comfortable. You can initiate an appointment by calling Dr. Morris at 913-636-5657
Life can be challenging. Being able to process the challenges we face can be difficult to manage alone. I know, as I have not been immune to life's experiences. We are all relational, and this can be both a strength and a struggle. Families, friends, coworkers, classmates, and others can stir up challenges that might not make sense. Let's Process Your Life together and see where healing and change can take you and those you care most about. You are worth it!
Life can be challenging. Being able to process the challenges we face can be difficult to manage alone. I know, as I have not been immune to life's experiences. We are all relational, and this can be both a strength and a struggle. Families, friends, coworkers, classmates, and others can stir up challenges that might not make sense. Let's Process Your Life together and see where healing and change can take you and those you care most about. You are worth it!
Elizabeth Miranda
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
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.
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.
Mary A Vanderman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66210
*** I am currently offering teletherapy sessions via an easy to use, secure video-chat interface *** Most insurance plans cover teletherapy the same as in-person! *** I believe in a holistic counseling approach that includes treating the mind, body, and spirit. My approach is to work with clients to foster healthy relationships and overcome the barriers that exist to creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Over the course of my career, I am honored to have helped thousands of clients overcome emotional, relational, and behavioral difficulties and make positive and lasting life changes.
*** I am currently offering teletherapy sessions via an easy to use, secure video-chat interface *** Most insurance plans cover teletherapy the same as in-person! *** I believe in a holistic counseling approach that includes treating the mind, body, and spirit. My approach is to work with clients to foster healthy relationships and overcome the barriers that exist to creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Over the course of my career, I am honored to have helped thousands of clients overcome emotional, relational, and behavioral difficulties and make positive and lasting life changes.
Colby Bruner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210 (Online Only)
Many people struggle with feeling like they need to push through and avoid the hurt and stress they’ve been carrying to be strong. My passion is in helping you lift the burden you’ve been carrying and truly see and hear your story. You don't need a reason to start therapy, sometimes you just need someone to talk with and process life and all of its twists and turns. As an attachment therapist, we’ll look at how your symptoms are not a reflection of some personal flaw, but rather as a symptom of a larger relational problem. My goal is to become a safe and consistent attachment figure for you.
Many people struggle with feeling like they need to push through and avoid the hurt and stress they’ve been carrying to be strong. My passion is in helping you lift the burden you’ve been carrying and truly see and hear your story. You don't need a reason to start therapy, sometimes you just need someone to talk with and process life and all of its twists and turns. As an attachment therapist, we’ll look at how your symptoms are not a reflection of some personal flaw, but rather as a symptom of a larger relational problem. My goal is to become a safe and consistent attachment figure for you.
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Relational Therapists
How does relational therapy work?
Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.
Is relational therapy evidence-based?
Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.
How long are people typically in relational therapy?
Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.
Does relational therapy work?
While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.