Therapists in Merriam, KS
Stephani Guetschow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merriam, KS 66202
I am passionate about working with children, teens, and families with relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, school troubles, and other childhood and adolescent disorders.
I believe in a creative, personal approach to healing. It is my hope to create a safe and welcoming environment to help my clients during difficult times in their lives. I feel strongly that therapy is a journey to be walked together with client and therapist. Through a strengths based perspective, my sessions focus on emotional healing as well as positive self growth. I work with all stages of life and life issues. Whether a client's struggles are centered around anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attention and hyperactivity, marriage and family issues, trauma, or mood issues, I am willing to help.
I am passionate about working with children, teens, and families with relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, school troubles, and other childhood and adolescent disorders.
I believe in a creative, personal approach to healing. It is my hope to create a safe and welcoming environment to help my clients during difficult times in their lives. I feel strongly that therapy is a journey to be walked together with client and therapist. Through a strengths based perspective, my sessions focus on emotional healing as well as positive self growth. I work with all stages of life and life issues. Whether a client's struggles are centered around anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attention and hyperactivity, marriage and family issues, trauma, or mood issues, I am willing to help.
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Elizabeth Miranda
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
I also have extensive experience in treating trauma and work with survivors of abuse, medical trauma, war veterans, and children with attachment disorders.
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.
I also have extensive experience in treating trauma and work with survivors of abuse, medical trauma, war veterans, and children with attachment disorders.
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.
Susan Dunaway
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, BCIA
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66210
Wonder if neurofeedback is the best choice for you or your child? We start with 3 sessions to find out.
Everyone is doing the best that they can. But, often, "our best" feels far from what we imagine our best life to be. For so many, no matter what or how hard they try, they are stuck in patterns that don't change. This can lead to self-condemnation, shame and a loss of hope. In some cases, the problems began after an illness (like Covid) or a concussion. What if I told you that maybe its not "you." Maybe its your brain.
Wonder if neurofeedback is the best choice for you or your child? We start with 3 sessions to find out.
Everyone is doing the best that they can. But, often, "our best" feels far from what we imagine our best life to be. For so many, no matter what or how hard they try, they are stuck in patterns that don't change. This can lead to self-condemnation, shame and a loss of hope. In some cases, the problems began after an illness (like Covid) or a concussion. What if I told you that maybe its not "you." Maybe its your brain.
Jerald Payne, LSCSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, KS 66101
I work with individuals, couples and families on such issues as relationship issues, problem solving, conflict resolution, communication enhancement, anger management, drug/alcohol abuse and addiction. Many clients present with depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, childhood disorders such as conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, etc. I work with adults and couples on relationship/marital issues, domestic violence, etc. I work with clients who have experienced abuse, both sexual and physical. I assist parents with parent- child relational issues and behavior modification skill development. I also assist clients with anxiety disorders, grief/loss issues and struggles with adjusting to life circumstances.
I work with individuals, couples and families on such issues as relationship issues, problem solving, conflict resolution, communication enhancement, anger management, drug/alcohol abuse and addiction. Many clients present with depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, childhood disorders such as conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, etc. I work with adults and couples on relationship/marital issues, domestic violence, etc. I work with clients who have experienced abuse, both sexual and physical. I assist parents with parent- child relational issues and behavior modification skill development. I also assist clients with anxiety disorders, grief/loss issues and struggles with adjusting to life circumstances.
I also have specialized training and personal experience (I have an adopted child) in the area of adoption and attachment issues.
I feel passionate about helping people have hope for the future. Too often people feel hopeless and helpless when thinking about making changes in their lives. I believe, with a helping hand or fresh perspective, we can all discover the strengths and steps needed to make the changes needed to be happier and healthier.
I also have specialized training and personal experience (I have an adopted child) in the area of adoption and attachment issues.
I feel passionate about helping people have hope for the future. Too often people feel hopeless and helpless when thinking about making changes in their lives. I believe, with a helping hand or fresh perspective, we can all discover the strengths and steps needed to make the changes needed to be happier and healthier.
Natalie Renee Spencer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66062
Trained in play therapy, EMDR, and postpartum mood disorders, I can help your child or family work through some of the hardest parts of life in a nonthreatening, collaborative way.
I know you parents love your children with everything inside of you and it hurts to see them struggle. Are you and/or your child struggling with life transitions? Or maybe you are struggling to co-parent with your ex spouse. Sometimes teenagers are really struggling and need someone to talk to and navigate the challenges of growing up. Often parents need advice on how to talk to their children. Life brings on challenges and I am here to help!
Trained in play therapy, EMDR, and postpartum mood disorders, I can help your child or family work through some of the hardest parts of life in a nonthreatening, collaborative way.
I know you parents love your children with everything inside of you and it hurts to see them struggle. Are you and/or your child struggling with life transitions? Or maybe you are struggling to co-parent with your ex spouse. Sometimes teenagers are really struggling and need someone to talk to and navigate the challenges of growing up. Often parents need advice on how to talk to their children. Life brings on challenges and I am here to help!
Monica Turner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66214
For children I offer child-centered play therapy, child-parent therapy, providing CBT & DBT skills training.
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 4 - 17, and women ages 18 - 65 in the Kansas City areas & Wichita, KS. 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.
For children I offer child-centered play therapy, child-parent therapy, providing CBT & DBT skills training.
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 4 - 17, and women ages 18 - 65 in the Kansas City areas & Wichita, KS. 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.
You might know what isn't working for you, your child, or your family, but maybe you're not sure what the next step is.
I know life isn't always easy. In fact, it might be challenging right now; maybe it has been really challenging for a long time. And yet, here you are anyway—with a glimmer of hope in your heart that things can get better for you, your child, and your family. I am passionate about helping children, adults, and families heal from trauma, strengthen connections, and develop resilience.
You might know what isn't working for you, your child, or your family, but maybe you're not sure what the next step is.
I know life isn't always easy. In fact, it might be challenging right now; maybe it has been really challenging for a long time. And yet, here you are anyway—with a glimmer of hope in your heart that things can get better for you, your child, and your family. I am passionate about helping children, adults, and families heal from trauma, strengthen connections, and develop resilience.
I integrate CBT, Attachment, EMDR for adults and children, Family Systems, and Play Therapy to work as a team with you.
Life is a journey of various paths, some paths cause celebrations and other paths can take your breath away. Throughout each step important questions abound surrounding yourself or your family. I am honored to join with you on your journey; meet you where you are and support you where you desire to go. As I walk along side with you, we can work towards a deeper wholeness; your own unique journey of purpose.
I integrate CBT, Attachment, EMDR for adults and children, Family Systems, and Play Therapy to work as a team with you.
Life is a journey of various paths, some paths cause celebrations and other paths can take your breath away. Throughout each step important questions abound surrounding yourself or your family. I am honored to join with you on your journey; meet you where you are and support you where you desire to go. As I walk along side with you, we can work towards a deeper wholeness; your own unique journey of purpose.
The Well Counseling Center
Counselor, LCPC, RPT-S, LPC-S, NCC, TBRI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66209
Sascha is a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor who specializes in Child-Centered Play Therapy.
The Well Counseling Center is a professional mental health care practice serving the area with office, and/or Telehealth. We sincerely believe there is hope, no matter their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual clients’ needs with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, family, marital, and online therapy.
Sascha is a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor who specializes in Child-Centered Play Therapy.
The Well Counseling Center is a professional mental health care practice serving the area with office, and/or Telehealth. We sincerely believe there is hope, no matter their situation. With an integrated approach, using psychological proven techniques and skills from a Christian foundation, we draw from a variety of methodologies to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual. We tailor our skills and therapeutic interventions to meet our individual clients’ needs with love and understanding. Sascha is a advanced clinical supervising specialist for teen, child, family, marital, and online therapy.
Kimberly Levitan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66206
I want your child to have better days at school, home, or daycare.
Are you a parent that is feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do your child's emotional or behavioral problems dominate your day? If your child or family is facing challenges, I'm here to help! I see children ages 4-16 presenting a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, depression, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, and more.
I want your child to have better days at school, home, or daycare.
Are you a parent that is feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do your child's emotional or behavioral problems dominate your day? If your child or family is facing challenges, I'm here to help! I see children ages 4-16 presenting a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, depression, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, and more.
Fox Child and Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66212
We believe collaboration with parents is essential for the child’s healing.
Our therapists use the latest research in play therapy, neurobiology, trauma, and attachment theory to inform our treatment. We draw from experts in the field including Dr. Bruce Perry, Dan Siegel, Karyn Purvis, Heather Forbes, Ana Gomez and Dan Hughes.
We believe collaboration with parents is essential for the child’s healing.
Our therapists use the latest research in play therapy, neurobiology, trauma, and attachment theory to inform our treatment. We draw from experts in the field including Dr. Bruce Perry, Dan Siegel, Karyn Purvis, Heather Forbes, Ana Gomez and Dan Hughes.
Chelsea Link
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leawood, KS 66211
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.
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.
Polly J Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, RN, RPT
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66213
I have three adopted children and a family that is culturally diverse, enabling me to bring both a personal and a professional perspective to the therapeutic relationship.
I serve a wide array of clients. These include individuals, families, and children. My background, skills, and experience lend themselves particularly well to younger clients. My practice most often addresses issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, relationships, anger management, attachment, divorce, emotion regulation, parent- child relationship, sibling conflict, self-esteem, blended families, and adoption.
I have three adopted children and a family that is culturally diverse, enabling me to bring both a personal and a professional perspective to the therapeutic relationship.
I serve a wide array of clients. These include individuals, families, and children. My background, skills, and experience lend themselves particularly well to younger clients. My practice most often addresses issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, relationships, anger management, attachment, divorce, emotion regulation, parent- child relationship, sibling conflict, self-esteem, blended families, and adoption.
K Bryce Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66211
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Amy Lynn Hanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66207
Whether I am seeing a child individually for play therapy; offering support to caregivers; utilizing attachment-focused interventions; collaborating on behavior modification; or seeing adults individually who are ready to heal from their own trauma; I continue to be inspired by the vulnerability and courage of those who are ready to change their lives!.
Love and nurturing are the cornerstones of my practice. From my youngest clients to my oldest, I believe that a positive connection in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere encourages and empowers the children, families and adults I work with to heal and grow from the inside out! My focus for the past 13 years of my career has been on supporting children, families and individuals to reconnect with each other and themselves in a way that enhances their sense of peace, joy and fulfillment.
Whether I am seeing a child individually for play therapy; offering support to caregivers; utilizing attachment-focused interventions; collaborating on behavior modification; or seeing adults individually who are ready to heal from their own trauma; I continue to be inspired by the vulnerability and courage of those who are ready to change their lives!.
Love and nurturing are the cornerstones of my practice. From my youngest clients to my oldest, I believe that a positive connection in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere encourages and empowers the children, families and adults I work with to heal and grow from the inside out! My focus for the past 13 years of my career has been on supporting children, families and individuals to reconnect with each other and themselves in a way that enhances their sense of peace, joy and fulfillment.
I also provide Reflective Supervision for professionals who serve families/ children ages 0-6.
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.
I also provide Reflective Supervision for professionals who serve families/ children ages 0-6.
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.
As the parent, you are the most important person in your child's life and can impact their mental health far more than I can as their therapist.
Is your young child struggling with big emotions? These can be tantrums that seem impossible to calm, anxiety separating from caregivers, or acting withdrawn and not like themselves? Is your family experiencing big transitions like divorce, moving, or a new sibling? It can be overwhelming and heartbreaking watching our children struggle without being sure how to help them cope.
As the parent, you are the most important person in your child's life and can impact their mental health far more than I can as their therapist.
Is your young child struggling with big emotions? These can be tantrums that seem impossible to calm, anxiety separating from caregivers, or acting withdrawn and not like themselves? Is your family experiencing big transitions like divorce, moving, or a new sibling? It can be overwhelming and heartbreaking watching our children struggle without being sure how to help them cope.
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.
I am currently only accepting new clients for Assessments (ADHD, learning disabilities, Autism, mood disorders, etc). Do you feel stuck, or at an impasse in your current life? Perhaps the use of a substance or a behavior has become a larger piece of your life than you wanted it to. It could be that anxiety or depression have kept you from achieving what you want, or being who you want to be. Maybe you’ve had a change in your life that’s been difficult to handle. Perhaps your child/teen is having difficulty at home or in school. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and tailor my approach to each individual.
I am currently only accepting new clients for Assessments (ADHD, learning disabilities, Autism, mood disorders, etc). Do you feel stuck, or at an impasse in your current life? Perhaps the use of a substance or a behavior has become a larger piece of your life than you wanted it to. It could be that anxiety or depression have kept you from achieving what you want, or being who you want to be. Maybe you’ve had a change in your life that’s been difficult to handle. Perhaps your child/teen is having difficulty at home or in school. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and tailor my approach to each individual.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Merriam, KS provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Merriam build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Merriam build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.