Career Counseling Therapists in Mission, KS
Welcome! I enjoy working with older teens, adults, and couples who are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life transitions, creativity, deconstructing religious or spiritual ideology, career decisions, relationship concerns, gender, sexuality, racial trauma, identity, and transracial adoptee and adoptee concerns. Clients who are aiming to increase their own self-awareness and self-compassion, understand how past experiences have informed their current behaviors, wanting to understand how they came to the conclusions or decisions, and navigating their identity are what I have a heart for.
Welcome! I enjoy working with older teens, adults, and couples who are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life transitions, creativity, deconstructing religious or spiritual ideology, career decisions, relationship concerns, gender, sexuality, racial trauma, identity, and transracial adoptee and adoptee concerns. Clients who are aiming to increase their own self-awareness and self-compassion, understand how past experiences have informed their current behaviors, wanting to understand how they came to the conclusions or decisions, and navigating their identity are what I have a heart for.
I have a passion for learning, growing, and adapting through difficult times. I aim to challenge my clients and push you just enough outside your comfort zone to elicit growth and sustainable change. My client population ranges from teens into late adulthood and focuses on chronic stress, depression, grief and loss, acute and complex trauma, and life transitions. Most of my clients are experiencing relationship issues and transitions, career struggles, or just general overwhelm juggling all the things that life throws at us.
I have a passion for learning, growing, and adapting through difficult times. I aim to challenge my clients and push you just enough outside your comfort zone to elicit growth and sustainable change. My client population ranges from teens into late adulthood and focuses on chronic stress, depression, grief and loss, acute and complex trauma, and life transitions. Most of my clients are experiencing relationship issues and transitions, career struggles, or just general overwhelm juggling all the things that life throws at us.
Sydney Redding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66202
Welcome! I'm Sydney Redding, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping teens, young adults, and adults navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, or seeking direction in your career, know that you're not alone. My passion lies in supporting individuals like you through difficult transitions and empowering you to live a fulfilling life. I specialize in working with helping professionals—teachers, nurses, social workers, therapists—and undergraduate and graduate students struggling with anxiety, depression, or career uncertainties.
Welcome! I'm Sydney Redding, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping teens, young adults, and adults navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, or seeking direction in your career, know that you're not alone. My passion lies in supporting individuals like you through difficult transitions and empowering you to live a fulfilling life. I specialize in working with helping professionals—teachers, nurses, social workers, therapists—and undergraduate and graduate students struggling with anxiety, depression, or career uncertainties.
Mimi Bachman - Therapist For Curious Deep Thinkers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66201
I help new-ish parents and new-ish adults get unstuck from a life of disconnection. Maybe you feel guilty for wanting more. Don't you already have the job, the partner, maybe kids? Even still, the edges are starting to fray and you don't feel connected to yourself and others in the ways you want. The self-help books, podcasts, and the mindfulness apps kind of helped, but there is still something missing. Maybe you've tried therapy before, but it didn't go deep enough. That might have left you with a feeling that maybe you were right, and you are just too much.
I help new-ish parents and new-ish adults get unstuck from a life of disconnection. Maybe you feel guilty for wanting more. Don't you already have the job, the partner, maybe kids? Even still, the edges are starting to fray and you don't feel connected to yourself and others in the ways you want. The self-help books, podcasts, and the mindfulness apps kind of helped, but there is still something missing. Maybe you've tried therapy before, but it didn't go deep enough. That might have left you with a feeling that maybe you were right, and you are just too much.
Katie K Stilwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66205
Your teen looks like they have it all together, but you know deep down something is “off.” They aren’t as interested in attending school activities or hanging out with friends as they were. They avoid discussing their daily school activities. Things that hadn’t been prior issues (what to wear to school) suddenly create come-aparts. At times they are hanging on by a thread, and so are you! The anxiety causes stomach aches, and they may even suffer the occasional panic attack. As their parent, you would like to see them happy, healthy, and enjoying this season of life. However, right now, that is only happening in small doses.
Your teen looks like they have it all together, but you know deep down something is “off.” They aren’t as interested in attending school activities or hanging out with friends as they were. They avoid discussing their daily school activities. Things that hadn’t been prior issues (what to wear to school) suddenly create come-aparts. At times they are hanging on by a thread, and so are you! The anxiety causes stomach aches, and they may even suffer the occasional panic attack. As their parent, you would like to see them happy, healthy, and enjoying this season of life. However, right now, that is only happening in small doses.
My passion is helping people achieve healthy relationships that honor, strengthen, and validate the people in them. I enjoy helping young men and women to build significant and open relationships on their way through dating and engagement as well as working with them on tools to address the conflict in their marriage. Often times unchecked anxiety leads to depression and I have many effective tools for people who struggle in attending to their anxiety in an effective way. I work with addictions of all kinds in a non shaming, caring, effective, and healing way.
My passion is helping people achieve healthy relationships that honor, strengthen, and validate the people in them. I enjoy helping young men and women to build significant and open relationships on their way through dating and engagement as well as working with them on tools to address the conflict in their marriage. Often times unchecked anxiety leads to depression and I have many effective tools for people who struggle in attending to their anxiety in an effective way. I work with addictions of all kinds in a non shaming, caring, effective, and healing way.
Rebecca Pappas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66205
You are not alone! Struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, and wondering why your relationships seem so hard is a lonely place to be. Trust is so important and yet so hard to figure out. You know you don't trust people but also don't know how to fix it. I have step by step actions to help you learn how to trust others and yourself. Solutions to your problems do exist and I love teaching them to people.
You are not alone! Struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, and wondering why your relationships seem so hard is a lonely place to be. Trust is so important and yet so hard to figure out. You know you don't trust people but also don't know how to fix it. I have step by step actions to help you learn how to trust others and yourself. Solutions to your problems do exist and I love teaching them to people.
Levi Sanders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66205
I'm a firm believer that therapy is for everyone - no matter how scary and strange the process may be. In this safe environment, you will feel welcomed just as you are. Working through a trauma-informed lens, I have extensive training in working with fellow members of the LGBTQIA+ community while utilizing clinical and evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including EMDR - all while using a secular approach. I work with teens through their college years, and adults. I additionally offer relationship/couples therapy. I can also offer emotional support animal (ESA) assessments and letters.
I'm a firm believer that therapy is for everyone - no matter how scary and strange the process may be. In this safe environment, you will feel welcomed just as you are. Working through a trauma-informed lens, I have extensive training in working with fellow members of the LGBTQIA+ community while utilizing clinical and evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including EMDR - all while using a secular approach. I work with teens through their college years, and adults. I additionally offer relationship/couples therapy. I can also offer emotional support animal (ESA) assessments and letters.
Why would anyone choose to open up to a complete stranger about pain and difficulty that is intensely personal? We often keep our problems to ourselves - for lots of understandable reasons - until we hit a wall and, in the 11th hour of fleeting hope, the hurt propels us to reach out for help. I am no different; I’ve been there before, and my passion is meeting people in the hour of greatest need to offer help and hope. I would be honored to speak with you about working together for healing, growth, and transformation.
Why would anyone choose to open up to a complete stranger about pain and difficulty that is intensely personal? We often keep our problems to ourselves - for lots of understandable reasons - until we hit a wall and, in the 11th hour of fleeting hope, the hurt propels us to reach out for help. I am no different; I’ve been there before, and my passion is meeting people in the hour of greatest need to offer help and hope. I would be honored to speak with you about working together for healing, growth, and transformation.
Jerald Payne, LSCSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66202
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.
Laura Holden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66201
Laura’s wealth of clinical experience has developed into a counseling practice that is rich with wisdom, connection, clinical skill and is based in research. Laura graduated from Washburn University (Kansas) with her Masters degree in Social Work. She has been practicing in the field for over 15 years helping families and individuals walk through life’s changes and rebuild connections along the way. Laura understands that each person is individual and needs an intervention tailored to them. She is skilled in a range of evidence informed and research based approaches in her practice including CBT, IFS, ACT, SFT and mindfulness.
Laura’s wealth of clinical experience has developed into a counseling practice that is rich with wisdom, connection, clinical skill and is based in research. Laura graduated from Washburn University (Kansas) with her Masters degree in Social Work. She has been practicing in the field for over 15 years helping families and individuals walk through life’s changes and rebuild connections along the way. Laura understands that each person is individual and needs an intervention tailored to them. She is skilled in a range of evidence informed and research based approaches in her practice including CBT, IFS, ACT, SFT and mindfulness.
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It's so easy to get caught up in the world we live in. Past or current traumas get thrown aside, personal needs are put on the back burner, anxieties flare up, depression creeps in. Life just happens. Because of this, we can stray from a basic element our bodies and minds need, Harmonious Connection. I view this as living in tandem with your physical, mental, and emotional needs while forming relationships with others that creates peace and balance for you. I understand people are not always given the space deserved to form these connections. That is why I have created a haven where you can be seen, heard, supported, and valued.
It's so easy to get caught up in the world we live in. Past or current traumas get thrown aside, personal needs are put on the back burner, anxieties flare up, depression creeps in. Life just happens. Because of this, we can stray from a basic element our bodies and minds need, Harmonious Connection. I view this as living in tandem with your physical, mental, and emotional needs while forming relationships with others that creates peace and balance for you. I understand people are not always given the space deserved to form these connections. That is why I have created a haven where you can be seen, heard, supported, and valued.
Lily Barclay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66202
We all find different ways to cope with pain in our lives. Sometimes, these coping methods can be harmful, like self-harm, substance use, or distracting ourselves to escape reality. If you feel stuck in patterns that aren't helping you anymore, I’m here to help you learn healthier ways to cope. Whether your struggles come from childhood trauma, mental health issues, or relationship problems, I want to support you in moving forward without feeling overwhelmed by the past and guide you toward a brighter future.
We all find different ways to cope with pain in our lives. Sometimes, these coping methods can be harmful, like self-harm, substance use, or distracting ourselves to escape reality. If you feel stuck in patterns that aren't helping you anymore, I’m here to help you learn healthier ways to cope. Whether your struggles come from childhood trauma, mental health issues, or relationship problems, I want to support you in moving forward without feeling overwhelmed by the past and guide you toward a brighter future.
I believe that there are times in our lives when we need someone to help us navigate through painful and confusing situations we all encounter in life. Many times root causes can be found in both our past, as well as present circumstances. As a Christian counselor, I incorporate faith in the healing process. I believe that God can bring lasting change where human effort alone oftentimes fails. Also, having a strong alliance with someone who can empathize with our situation provides the necessary support needed to carry out lasting change. It is my desire to help you get unstuck, and assist you on your journey of emotional healing
I believe that there are times in our lives when we need someone to help us navigate through painful and confusing situations we all encounter in life. Many times root causes can be found in both our past, as well as present circumstances. As a Christian counselor, I incorporate faith in the healing process. I believe that God can bring lasting change where human effort alone oftentimes fails. Also, having a strong alliance with someone who can empathize with our situation provides the necessary support needed to carry out lasting change. It is my desire to help you get unstuck, and assist you on your journey of emotional healing
Warren T Tandoc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66201 (Online Only)
My ideal client is a human person living on the earth. I believe that even though the human experience is subjective and unique, there are ways to connect and heal that transcend the superficial and speak to the core essence of our humanity and our shared experience of being alive. All humans suffer trauma and even though the specific details are unique, the experience of grief and recovery have universal features that are accessible to anyone who seeks them out. I believe that all humans are equal and that everyone deserves to feel heard and seen. I am here to facilitate healing and growth in a non-judgmental and fun environment
My ideal client is a human person living on the earth. I believe that even though the human experience is subjective and unique, there are ways to connect and heal that transcend the superficial and speak to the core essence of our humanity and our shared experience of being alive. All humans suffer trauma and even though the specific details are unique, the experience of grief and recovery have universal features that are accessible to anyone who seeks them out. I believe that all humans are equal and that everyone deserves to feel heard and seen. I am here to facilitate healing and growth in a non-judgmental and fun environment
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Melissa Anne McManamy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westwood, KS 66205
You are not alone and I, too have experienced change, conquered fear, completed endurance races, made career transitions, balanced multiple hats, experienced loss & managed anxiety/depression.
Hello, let’s be honest, this thing called ‘life’ can be challenging and sometimes its ok to ask for help. If you are here, you have taken the first step and I welcome the opportunity to help you. Whether you are embarking on a new career, transitioning in or out of a relationship, seeking increased interpersonal effectiveness through better integration of work, life & parenting, trying to build healthier thoughts, habits, and emotion regulation, building your self-esteem, working on self-compassion, trying to manage anxiety/depression, or simply setting a life vision – I welcome the opportunity be your accountability partner.
You are not alone and I, too have experienced change, conquered fear, completed endurance races, made career transitions, balanced multiple hats, experienced loss & managed anxiety/depression.
Hello, let’s be honest, this thing called ‘life’ can be challenging and sometimes its ok to ask for help. If you are here, you have taken the first step and I welcome the opportunity to help you. Whether you are embarking on a new career, transitioning in or out of a relationship, seeking increased interpersonal effectiveness through better integration of work, life & parenting, trying to build healthier thoughts, habits, and emotion regulation, building your self-esteem, working on self-compassion, trying to manage anxiety/depression, or simply setting a life vision – I welcome the opportunity be your accountability partner.
Valery Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66204
I have years of experience with young adults and mid- career professionals in finding their purpose and career direction.
Sometimes life can be too much to handle by yourself. Seeking help is brave and if you are looking for a caring partner to make important changes in your life, I am here to help. Whether your struggles include anxiety, depression, past trauma, emotional management, grief, substance use, difficulty in relationships or career issues we can find a way to wellness. The most important step in therapy is cultivating a trusting relationship between the therapist and the client. We will start by finding comfort in our sessions. We will seek to find the most effective therapeutic techniques that work for you.
I have years of experience with young adults and mid- career professionals in finding their purpose and career direction.
Sometimes life can be too much to handle by yourself. Seeking help is brave and if you are looking for a caring partner to make important changes in your life, I am here to help. Whether your struggles include anxiety, depression, past trauma, emotional management, grief, substance use, difficulty in relationships or career issues we can find a way to wellness. The most important step in therapy is cultivating a trusting relationship between the therapist and the client. We will start by finding comfort in our sessions. We will seek to find the most effective therapeutic techniques that work for you.
Dawn Stillinger
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC/KS, LPC/MO, RPT
Verified Verified
3 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.
I can help by listening and providing support, insights, guidance, and skills to help you meet any challenges you may face: family, relationship, or job issues; anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, PTSD, chronic illness, or divorce.
I greet you with acceptance and an open heart. Life can throw surprises or maybe you've hit a roadblock and realize something has to change? Counseling provides a safe and confidential space to share worry, fear, sadness, anger, hopes and dreams, and then learn tools to deal with any challenge in your life. Call me now if you seek a path to the happy and serene life you deserve.
I can help by listening and providing support, insights, guidance, and skills to help you meet any challenges you may face: family, relationship, or job issues; anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, PTSD, chronic illness, or divorce.
I greet you with acceptance and an open heart. Life can throw surprises or maybe you've hit a roadblock and realize something has to change? Counseling provides a safe and confidential space to share worry, fear, sadness, anger, hopes and dreams, and then learn tools to deal with any challenge in your life. Call me now if you seek a path to the happy and serene life you deserve.
Katie Espinosa
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MA, LPC-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66204
I am passionate about serving mothers in Kansas City, especially mothers within the BIPOC & Latinx community. Social justice is an important issue in our world, and work needs to be done to continue to build up systemically oppressed individuals who don't yet have the knowledge & resources to advocate for themselves. I believe that every individual is born with the strength & resilience that is required when facing life's challenges & difficulties. As a therapist, it's my job to help clients uncover their strengths, & provide the tools necessary to be an even stronger, more empowered mom. It takes a village to raise a child!
I am passionate about serving mothers in Kansas City, especially mothers within the BIPOC & Latinx community. Social justice is an important issue in our world, and work needs to be done to continue to build up systemically oppressed individuals who don't yet have the knowledge & resources to advocate for themselves. I believe that every individual is born with the strength & resilience that is required when facing life's challenges & difficulties. As a therapist, it's my job to help clients uncover their strengths, & provide the tools necessary to be an even stronger, more empowered mom. It takes a village to raise a child!
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Career Counseling Therapists
How do I know if I need career counseling?
Determining whether a career counselor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counseling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counselor.
Who can benefit from career counseling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counseling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counseling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counselor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counseling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counseling typically last?
The length of career counseling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking. Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counseling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counselor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counseling?
Clients can prepare for career counseling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counselor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counselor, particularly if the career counselor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counseling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.