Aetna Therapists in Overland Park, KS

Seeking psychotherapy is an incredibly difficult yet often essential first step to making the changes necessary to have the life you want. My goal is to support and guide clients as they seek to better themselves, learn healthy ways to cope with life's difficulties, gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors, and overcome past pain and suffering by creating corrective connections. I gain fulfillment in my career by drawing on my unique set of skills and clinical experiences to help clients achieve their therapeutic goals, cultivate acceptance, and reach their full potential.

Julia Myers is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas who has been practicing since 2023. With 30 years of experience as a social worker, Julia has a wealth of experience with people in crisis. She is known for being calm in difficult situations and helping others find their calm. Julia focuses on understanding the person and their particular situation. She addresses issues directly and helps find solutions. Outside of work, Julia loves to read! She enjoys a wide range of literature from historical fiction to cheesy romance novels.

Feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Struggling to find peace of mind? Not feeling like yourself? Experiencing emotions that feel out of sync? Navigating daily life seems like a challenge. Unsure how to move forward and break free from this rut? Seeking better sleep and a higher quality of life? Longing for a return to normalcy? Held back by fear of letting go? Life's challenges and overwhelming emotions impact your mental well-being. It's time for a positive change! Let us help you achieve a brighter, more balanced life! Here you will be listened to, cared for, and supported. We want to know your story and where you want to go.

I work with individuals feeling stuck in old behavior patterns or stress; who are ready to create change. Change can feel vulnerable, but it is very brave and often where healing starts. You are the expert in your healing journey, and I am honored to be a supportive witness. I incorporate mindfulness techniques, “being with things the way they are”. I also use my somatic experiencing training to help individuals feel safer in their bodies. Selectively, I will use EMDR with clients who express readiness for reprocessing difficult memories or experiences. It is a privilege to support others' journey back to themselves.

For 16 years I have helped people navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, substance use, and adjustment issues. My clients have freed themselves from repetitive, self-defeating patterns and behaviors. They are now leading the lives they want and have found satisfaction in their relationships. Whether you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you are ready to move in a new life direction, I can provide you with the support and resources to help you achieve your goal. I love helping clients discover their own strengths and successfully manage their wellness.

Hello there! Life has felt overwhelming for many of us these past few years, and I'm so happy you are here looking for some extra support. Therapy can provide a nonjudgmental and objective space to help process the stressors of life. You may be here because you are dealing with things like emotional detachment, insomnia, nightmares, avoidance, irritability, depression, and intrusive thoughts (which can all be reactions to painful life events). Our brains can and do heal just like other parts of our bodies, and that healing can have big impacts on not only ourselves but those we love.

Life offers challenges along the way. These challenges occur at any age and can create feelings of, “being stuck”. Children, teens and adults want to feel better about their experiences, relationships and themselves. Children want skills needed to emotional regulate while increasing self-confidence and attachment with caregivers. Teens and adults value space to explore emotions and safety in processing difficult present or past experiences. Increasing attachment in relationships and more fulfillment in life are possible and attainable and result in a more peaceful life experience.

Many people find themselves struggling through difficult situations or stuck in old patterns. If this is you or your family member, you have likely tried many ways to break out of these circumstances. Finding your way through the struggle to discover and connect with your strengths and abilities can be challenging. We are here to help! Creative Connections is based in Overland Park, KS and provides individual, couples, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults.

Sometimes life can be hard. Our lives can be going really well and then what seems out of nowhere crisis can strike. It is normal to feel confused, anxious, angry and overwhelmed. We will often look for someone whom we can trust and will assist us solving life challenges. A good working relationship between a client and their therapist is extremely important; due to this, I feel rapport building is one of the key elements in beginning the therapeutic relationship. My passion lies within working with family dynamic changes, daily life struggles, crisis, victims of trauma, and depression/anxiety. Call today!

Appointments for teens and adults are via telemedicine. Children, age 4-11, are in person. Are you depressed? Feel unable to get out of bed, paralyzed by fear or overwhelming heaviness? Do you wonder what happened to that happy couple you used to be? Do you have anxious thoughts keeping you awake, or draining your energy? You don't have to solve your problems by yourself. Get help in a safe environment where you can explore your feelings and devise a strategy to turn things around. Change happens when you actually do things differently.

I am a firm believer that the only thing that separates a counselor/therapist from the client is a current need. With this belief, I strive to help clients through current life struggles in a non-judgmental environment. My work is informed through collaboration with clients, education, experience, and empathy. As a professional counselor and social worker, my comprehensive approach to therapy enables clients to identify and change the patterns that often create barriers to emotional, social, educational, and occupational growth.

As a mental health professional, I am here to walk with you into the unknown, to listen to your experiences, life changes, tragedies and joys and to listen without judgement. Whether you feel stuck from trauma, anger, navigating career changes, life stage changes, grief or relationship matters I will work with you to find recovery utilizing your strengths and support system. I believe in a fully holistic view of identifying mental health issues that may cause or compound physical ailments and work to release emotions that may cause pain.

Let’s be real…life has a way of taking over sometimes and leaving you feeling powerless, frustrated, irritated or any number of ways. It can seem like a giant mess or other times it’s not too bad, but you may still be struggling to put the pieces together. Whether it’s a small issue that you just want to process, or you feel like you are hanging by a thread, my goal is to help you regain control. I want to walk with you through whatever is troubling you and help you find the power to work it out.

My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.

From a young age I have known that I wanted to be in a helping profession. I have long been fascinated by the power and mystery of the mind and its connection to our bodies. In college, I realized social work was the discipline for me and I avidly pursued a clinical track at the University of Kansas. I am particularly passionate about working with children of all ages and find immense joy in connecting younger ones via their language, which is play.

Dr. Jolene Nichols is a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor and specializes in providing high quality individualized outpatient treatment for individuals and/or their families struggling with substance use disorders. At Nuhope Services not only do we partner with each individual in their road to recovery but we customize the service. We meet each person where they are currently in order to take them where they want to be in life and living a life of sobriety free from alcohol and drugs.

Hi! Welcome to AW Therapy! I am Anyssa and I am a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about supporting others with my therapeutic approach. I have over 8 years experience working with teenagers, young adults, and families. My hope for you is to find support in those challenging areas of your life. I'm committed to creating a safe, judgement-free space for you work through those challenges!

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I understand the struggles and barriers to healing! I have experience in treating individuals with various mental health setbacks and conditions. Individuals are not defined by their diagnosis or struggles. I listen carefully to clients and work with each person individually on reaching their goals that they set for themselves. together we can work through any issues that may surface along the path of healing!

I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life but I especially enjoy working with first responders and veterans and helping them navigate life after the complexity of experiences these careers present.