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Valery Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66212
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.
(913) 318-4709 View (913) 318-4709
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Mallory McNeal
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSN-RN, MSFT, S-MFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66203
From my previous career experience as a registered nurse in critical care/trauma hospital settings, I am passionate about providing a warm, direct, and nurturing presence for professionals working in healthcare and other high-intensity and helping professions.
Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you can be hard, especially when you may already be struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, or navigating a lifequake event. As human beings, we're wired for connection and deeply long to be included, seen, and welcomed into relationships as the truest version of ourselves. In my practice, I actively acknowledge the power dynamics involved in the role of the therapist and remain curious and humble around those dynamics in order to build a trust-filled and secure relationship with each of my clients. You can count on me to be a welcoming and affirming presence for you.
From my previous career experience as a registered nurse in critical care/trauma hospital settings, I am passionate about providing a warm, direct, and nurturing presence for professionals working in healthcare and other high-intensity and helping professions.
Finding a therapist who is the right fit for you can be hard, especially when you may already be struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, or navigating a lifequake event. As human beings, we're wired for connection and deeply long to be included, seen, and welcomed into relationships as the truest version of ourselves. In my practice, I actively acknowledge the power dynamics involved in the role of the therapist and remain curious and humble around those dynamics in order to build a trust-filled and secure relationship with each of my clients. You can count on me to be a welcoming and affirming presence for you.
(816) 451-5088 View (816) 451-5088
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Tausha Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC, SQP, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66204  (Online Only)
I'm currently taking new clients who live in Missouri, Kansas, or Iowa. I take pride in providing confidential counseling sessions which are tailored to the individual needs of each client online from the comfort of your own home or office.
I'm currently taking new clients who live in Missouri, Kansas, or Iowa. I take pride in providing confidential counseling sessions which are tailored to the individual needs of each client online from the comfort of your own home or office.
(816) 262-6659 View (816) 262-6659
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Colby Bruner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66210  (Online Only)
I'm passionate about working with those who are looking to build brighter futures in their relationships and careers.
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.
I'm passionate about working with those who are looking to build brighter futures in their relationships and careers.
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.
(913) 347-4850 View (913) 347-4850
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Anna Carroll
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPC, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66212
Sometimes we don't feel connected to ourselves. Our excitement and motivation in life is just gone. Depression, anxiety, and all the "what ifs" set in which become overwhelming. How do I get out of this rut? What can I do to feel better with myself and move forward in life? Why can't I be like others around me? These are hard questions and can feel intense. It can feel overwhelming to do this alone, so I want to explore this with you. Let’s connect with your body and see where you are feeling lost or out of control. Let’s talk about being comfortable with yourself again.
Sometimes we don't feel connected to ourselves. Our excitement and motivation in life is just gone. Depression, anxiety, and all the "what ifs" set in which become overwhelming. How do I get out of this rut? What can I do to feel better with myself and move forward in life? Why can't I be like others around me? These are hard questions and can feel intense. It can feel overwhelming to do this alone, so I want to explore this with you. Let’s connect with your body and see where you are feeling lost or out of control. Let’s talk about being comfortable with yourself again.
(913) 675-2884 View (913) 675-2884
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Armstrong Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66211
My passion is families, the building block upon which society is built. By healing families, we heal the world. I specialize in couples therapy, which improves not only the couple but the entire family as a result. I specialize in working with teenagers, helping them with depression, social anxiety, and life coaching. I specialize in treating trauma, a taxing burden that no one should have to carry through life, a burden that sadly so often goes untreated.
My passion is families, the building block upon which society is built. By healing families, we heal the world. I specialize in couples therapy, which improves not only the couple but the entire family as a result. I specialize in working with teenagers, helping them with depression, social anxiety, and life coaching. I specialize in treating trauma, a taxing burden that no one should have to carry through life, a burden that sadly so often goes untreated.
(913) 349-5670 View (913) 349-5670
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Khristopher Leach
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66211
I love working with all types of clients from individuals to couples and families as well as children. My passion is to help each one of my clients achieve their goals whatever that may be, such as; improving their relationship with their partner, obtaining a higher sense of self, recovering from abuse, reducing levels of anxiety and depression, improving performance, and many more.
I love working with all types of clients from individuals to couples and families as well as children. My passion is to help each one of my clients achieve their goals whatever that may be, such as; improving their relationship with their partner, obtaining a higher sense of self, recovering from abuse, reducing levels of anxiety and depression, improving performance, and many more.
(913) 398-2357 View (913) 398-2357
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Martha C Allega
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MLAC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66215
KanCare Provider. Terapias en Español/ or English. Terapias para recuperar balance en su vida y para padres con hijos especiales.
KanCare Provider. Terapias en Español/ or English. Terapias para recuperar balance en su vida y para padres con hijos especiales.
(913) 285-8936 View (913) 285-8936
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Rachel Grgurich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66212
Immediate availability - ask about my limited sliding scale/discounted rates! In our journey together, you can expect a compassionate exploration of your thoughts, feelings, defenses, and patterns. I also emphasize implementing kind self-talk, setting healthy boundaries, using self-regulation, and becoming a secure base for yourself, while continuing to work on your relationship with others. As a human, you need other people, but you also need you. The longest relationship you will ever have is with yourself: why not make it a good one?
Immediate availability - ask about my limited sliding scale/discounted rates! In our journey together, you can expect a compassionate exploration of your thoughts, feelings, defenses, and patterns. I also emphasize implementing kind self-talk, setting healthy boundaries, using self-regulation, and becoming a secure base for yourself, while continuing to work on your relationship with others. As a human, you need other people, but you also need you. The longest relationship you will ever have is with yourself: why not make it a good one?
(913) 349-5693 View (913) 349-5693
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Kari D'Amato
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66210
Hello, I’m Kari D'Amato, a dedicated mental health therapist passionate about supporting teens and young adults through transformative periods of their lives. With years of experience, I specialize in creating a safe and understanding environment where clients feel valued and understood. Together, we can work toward self-discovery, healing, emotional stability, and finding a sense of belonging. I can help you move toward a life in which you feel valued, understood, and connected, aiming for personal empowerment and fulfillment.
Hello, I’m Kari D'Amato, a dedicated mental health therapist passionate about supporting teens and young adults through transformative periods of their lives. With years of experience, I specialize in creating a safe and understanding environment where clients feel valued and understood. Together, we can work toward self-discovery, healing, emotional stability, and finding a sense of belonging. I can help you move toward a life in which you feel valued, understood, and connected, aiming for personal empowerment and fulfillment.
(913) 786-4431 View (913) 786-4431
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Teresa Nguyen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66212
I see each person as a lotus, unfolding gracefully despite life's challenges—much like how it grows beautifully in the mud. We all deal with stress, fears, worries, and tough times that can make life overwhelming or lonely. My goal is to create a safe space where you can learn to navigate these ups and downs and realize that you're not alone on this journey. Growing up in a Vietnamese household in an American society has given me unique insights, inspiring me to become a mental health counselor. I understand the struggle of finding someone relatable to talk to, so I'll focus on creating a trusting and warm relationship between us.
I see each person as a lotus, unfolding gracefully despite life's challenges—much like how it grows beautifully in the mud. We all deal with stress, fears, worries, and tough times that can make life overwhelming or lonely. My goal is to create a safe space where you can learn to navigate these ups and downs and realize that you're not alone on this journey. Growing up in a Vietnamese household in an American society has given me unique insights, inspiring me to become a mental health counselor. I understand the struggle of finding someone relatable to talk to, so I'll focus on creating a trusting and warm relationship between us.
(913) 675-1468 View (913) 675-1468
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Twoana Clark-Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, CLC, CHW
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66207
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 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.
(913) 603-0002 View (913) 603-0002
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Ben Taussig
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66212
Life can often feel overwhelming. At times that feeling seems to be more than we can handle on our own. These times can be really difficult to navigate alone. When relationships that we count on fall apart, emotions get out of control, and our strategies for just feeling okay seem to do us more harm than good, reaching out to someone for help can be a powerful first step in getting things back in balance.
Life can often feel overwhelming. At times that feeling seems to be more than we can handle on our own. These times can be really difficult to navigate alone. When relationships that we count on fall apart, emotions get out of control, and our strategies for just feeling okay seem to do us more harm than good, reaching out to someone for help can be a powerful first step in getting things back in balance.
(913) 608-8569 View (913) 608-8569
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Gary A Armour
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66221
Relationships in trouble, infidelity, affairs, broken promises, broken dreams, conflicts in families, abusive relationships, addictions, parent/child concerns, grief and loss: These and many other painful experiences are a part of the concerns I may address with you in the counseling setting. My focus will be how you may heal your relationship. As a Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, I will work with you to identify the source of your pain, and lead you through a process of healing. Included in the counseling process will be hope, help and establishing a secure base for your life and a "new normal".
Relationships in trouble, infidelity, affairs, broken promises, broken dreams, conflicts in families, abusive relationships, addictions, parent/child concerns, grief and loss: These and many other painful experiences are a part of the concerns I may address with you in the counseling setting. My focus will be how you may heal your relationship. As a Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, I will work with you to identify the source of your pain, and lead you through a process of healing. Included in the counseling process will be hope, help and establishing a secure base for your life and a "new normal".
(913) 752-9842 View (913) 752-9842
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Secure Counseling Clinic, LLC
Counselor, LLC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66207
Secure Counseling Clinic, LLC is for men, women, couples, and families, as well as special therapy treatments for children and teens. Clinicians are available for appointments daytimes and evenings, weekdays and Saturdays. Your board-certified, professional counselor will use training in neurological, psychological and emotional issues to help you in a quiet, confidential office. Located at College and Nall in Leawood, KS, near the Overland Park Convention Center and Town Center Plaza, we serve clients from all walks of life with a wide range of presenting issues. We believe that all human beings deserve to feel secure.
Secure Counseling Clinic, LLC is for men, women, couples, and families, as well as special therapy treatments for children and teens. Clinicians are available for appointments daytimes and evenings, weekdays and Saturdays. Your board-certified, professional counselor will use training in neurological, psychological and emotional issues to help you in a quiet, confidential office. Located at College and Nall in Leawood, KS, near the Overland Park Convention Center and Town Center Plaza, we serve clients from all walks of life with a wide range of presenting issues. We believe that all human beings deserve to feel secure.
(913) 735-3384 View (913) 735-3384
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Darlene Weldon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66203  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping people of all ages who have anxiety, OCD, and those who are on the Autism Spectrum. I'm based out of Parkville, Missouri but I help people residing anywhere in Missouri or Kansas. Issues include anxiety, panic, social and coping skills, intrusive thoughts, giftedness, and self-esteem. Parents of younger kids may benefit from learning effective behavior modification strategies and fine tuning their parenting style. Issues addressed can include toilet training, help with bedtime and morning routines, sibling conflict, school anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, and tantrums/meltdowns.
I specialize in helping people of all ages who have anxiety, OCD, and those who are on the Autism Spectrum. I'm based out of Parkville, Missouri but I help people residing anywhere in Missouri or Kansas. Issues include anxiety, panic, social and coping skills, intrusive thoughts, giftedness, and self-esteem. Parents of younger kids may benefit from learning effective behavior modification strategies and fine tuning their parenting style. Issues addressed can include toilet training, help with bedtime and morning routines, sibling conflict, school anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, and tantrums/meltdowns.
(816) 348-3258 View (816) 348-3258
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Dr. Jeremy Sundby
PhD, LMLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66062  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is to help you uncover what is blocking you from living your life to the fullest. I do not believe I hold all the answers, rather I will help you uncover the answers to the problems you are facing. We will work together to find the best solutions to what is troubling you. I sincerely believe in listening to you fully and not judging you for how you feel or think.
My approach to therapy is to help you uncover what is blocking you from living your life to the fullest. I do not believe I hold all the answers, rather I will help you uncover the answers to the problems you are facing. We will work together to find the best solutions to what is troubling you. I sincerely believe in listening to you fully and not judging you for how you feel or think.
(785) 470-6059 View (785) 470-6059
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Tracey Baugher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, LAC, RPT, RYT500
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66212
You may be feeling like the lotus flower: stuck and surrounded by muddy murky waters. It is possible to navigate the murky muddy waters much like the lotus flower that rises up and blooms above the water toward the sun. I would be honored to walk with and collaborate with you, to help you get unstuck, find effective ways to cope, heal, and transform. My goal is to make the process less scary by creating a safe environment. I strive to provide a compassionate and holistic approach tailored to meet you where you are at.
You may be feeling like the lotus flower: stuck and surrounded by muddy murky waters. It is possible to navigate the murky muddy waters much like the lotus flower that rises up and blooms above the water toward the sun. I would be honored to walk with and collaborate with you, to help you get unstuck, find effective ways to cope, heal, and transform. My goal is to make the process less scary by creating a safe environment. I strive to provide a compassionate and holistic approach tailored to meet you where you are at.
(913) 347-5362 View (913) 347-5362
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Alicia M. Hegarty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CTP, CAIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66204  (Online Only)
In a world full of judgment, we need someone we can be vulnerable with. We need someone we can talk to about the uncomfortable thoughts and emotions associated with fears and insecurities. We need someone we can bounce ideas off of to find perspective. In a world full of judgment, we need a nonjudgmental someone who can be kind, empathetic, and psychological educated to help us grow in self and life contentment. My 32 years of cosmetology and services industry work, along with my achievement of honors in both my BA and MA, has allowed me to build acceptance, wisdom, perspective, and awareness in my therapeutic approach.
In a world full of judgment, we need someone we can be vulnerable with. We need someone we can talk to about the uncomfortable thoughts and emotions associated with fears and insecurities. We need someone we can bounce ideas off of to find perspective. In a world full of judgment, we need a nonjudgmental someone who can be kind, empathetic, and psychological educated to help us grow in self and life contentment. My 32 years of cosmetology and services industry work, along with my achievement of honors in both my BA and MA, has allowed me to build acceptance, wisdom, perspective, and awareness in my therapeutic approach.
(816) 338-7345 View (816) 338-7345
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Corey Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66209
Struggling isn't meant to be a lifelong sentence. Whether it's within a relationship or with oneself, I believe that with honest communication and genuine effort, people can grow into their favorite version of themselves. One of my favorite quotes is from Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy. She said, "Birds sing after a storm; why shouldn't people feel as free to delight in whatever sunlight remains to them." As a storm passes, we have two options- drown or take shelter. Even after it's gone, we may still have to clean up debris. Once that debris is out of our life, that sunlight feels pretty damn good.
Struggling isn't meant to be a lifelong sentence. Whether it's within a relationship or with oneself, I believe that with honest communication and genuine effort, people can grow into their favorite version of themselves. One of my favorite quotes is from Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy. She said, "Birds sing after a storm; why shouldn't people feel as free to delight in whatever sunlight remains to them." As a storm passes, we have two options- drown or take shelter. Even after it's gone, we may still have to clean up debris. Once that debris is out of our life, that sunlight feels pretty damn good.
(913) 395-8904 View (913) 395-8904
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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.