Relationship Issues Therapists in Prairie Village, KS

Greetings, this website will hopefully help you find whatever it is your looking for in a therapist. I am a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker and have 28 years of experience and have had the pleasure of working with teenagers as well as with adults on an individual basis, as well as with couples and families. I work with people experiencing a variety of problems such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, drugs, alcohol, parenting, young adults needing assistance to successfully launch into adulthood and in the past 3 years have been working with people who suffer from trauma.

Therapy is a creative partnership. I bring to it compassion, 23 years of experience, and extensive skills in working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief and loss, adjustment disorders, and family dynamics. I believe managing life's challenges and transitions is most effective through helping clients utilize their own inner strengths and resources to change their thinking and behaviors. Through the pandemic, I came to believe that working virtually provides a variety of therapeutic advantages such as allowing the client to participate from his or her own comfortable space and without geographic limitations.

Currently accepting clients for virtual therapy! If the last time you were triggered and it wrecked your day, then it could be time to reach out for a consultation. As someone who has experience with EMDR, both as a client and now as a clinician, I am confident we can work through the negative self-beliefs and past trauma that disrupts the peace and calm in your mind and body.

No matter what has brought you to this place, change is possible. You may feel exhausted on the hamster wheel of anxiety or stuck in a pit of depression. You may be grieving a life that you used to know and struggling to find your new footing. You may just feel stagnant and in need of a fresh perspective. If therapy is the next right thing for you, I’d be honored to walk alongside you in uncovering the path forward as you discover more “next right things.”

Most people go through periods when they need extra support and guidance. I care about you and helping you to move beyond the difficulties you are currently facing. I provide therapy in a safe, unbiased, and nonjudgmental environment. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Kansas. I have a MS in Counseling Psychology, a graduate certification in Child and Adolescent Psychology from Avila University, and a BS in Developmental Psychology from the University of Kansas. I work with all age groups and specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment disorders, and Trauma.

If you have ever struggled with feelings of anxiety, shame, or people-pleasing, you are not alone. If you are wanting to enrich your relationships with yourself and others and are getting stuck, you are not alone. These difficulties can be so hard to carry through life, and you deserve a place to rest. My therapy room is a safe space to explore your hopes and goals and also to identify what is getting in the way.

My desire is to help individuals, couples and families build close, healthy relationships. I practice from an attachment-based orientation to help clients explore trauma, and patterns that create distance in their relationships, and shift into making deeper connections. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families struggling with a variety of issues that prevent them from living healthy, connected lives.

Hi, I’m Victoria and I’m glad you’re here! Have you ever felt like the trauma you’ve experienced or your diagnosis is something that holds you back or you’re navigating it all on your own? I have, and it’s one of the primary reasons I became a therapist myself. With a history of childhood trauma and being neurodivergent, I’ve come to understand that relational support is essential to healing, growing, and creating the life we long for. I know firsthand how lonely trauma recovery can be and I aim to provide a soft space for you to unmask and be “selfish” long enough for you to find relief and heal.

My blended background in Psychology and Education has enhanced my passion & desire to help children, adolescents, adults & families achieve healthy functioning in all areas of their lives. I believe the promotion of child wellness & growth is built upon the foundation of familial support and the development of a strong sense of self. My therapeutic style focuses on identifying patterns of behavior, helping to establish and develop supportive relationships, reducing symptoms of anxiety/distress & promoting healthy self-esteem. I develop interventions to meet the specific needs and goals of each client and family.

It is a true honor to meet my clients in the therapeutic space. I am reminded each time I meet a new client of the immense bravery and vulnerability it takes to show up for yourself. I believe therapy can help to ground us in the present, while exploring the parts of ourselves that need attention. The therapeutic space can serve as a holding container, while the internal and external work happens. My vision is to offer a safe environment to express your thoughts and emotions while in connection with one another.

Do you find yourself stuck in a pattern of self criticism and doubt? Do you want to go from people-pleasing to authentic? Overly critical to accepting? My clients describe themselves as "perfectionists" and "people pleasers" that have high expectations of themselves. I work with anxious clients to help them learn the skills needed to create a fulfilling and balanced life. I specialize and love working with people who aren't feeling connected with themselves and in their relationships. People who have been taught to strive for a "perfect" life, but find themselves anxious, irritable, and overall unfulfilled.

I'm Dr. Shelly Peterson, a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience treating individuals and couples with a wide variety of problems, especially mood, anxiety, trauma, women's issues and coping with chronic pain and medical conditions.

Hey there! I'm glad you found my profile. I got into counseling personally because I experienced hope and healing when I was alone, addicted, and in a dark place. Growing up as an Asian-American, I was told that I needed to study more and pray more when I wasn't doing well. Everything changed for me when I experienced a healthy, authentic connection with God, my youth pastor, and my professional counselor. I began my own journey of self-discovery and realized that I'm here to help others find out who they are and become more confident and resilient.

Porn. Escorts. Massage parlors. Online sexual behaviors. Compulsive sexual behavior is ruining your life. Your behavior does not define you; I know how to help you out of this mess. I have both the training and skills to help you with out of control sexual behavior and the betrayal trauma they have caused your partner. It's hard to talk about sexual issues, but I am both used to and comfortable with discussing these topics. My therapeutic style is direct, funny and warm, and I am described as empathetic in my work. Your work with me will be both confidential and respectful.

I am passionate about helping my clients achieve balance with their body, mind, and spirit. My own life and personal growth experiences have helped me in my work with others. I believe in tailoring my approach to meet the needs of each client and am experienced in addressing a variety of issues. I look forward to meeting you and helping you in your journey.

My clients find it empowering to not just talk about a problem but also to create ways of coping through learning new skills and allowing new perspectives. I help clients who want to be truly authentic. Sexuality and the pursuit of our sexual health is important as we strive to integrate our expression into our relationships. I help individuals incorporate their true selves into their relationships. My specialties are sexual problems, issues of sexual identity/orientation, consensual non-monogamy, out of control sexual behavior more commonly known as sex or porn addiction.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, family conflict, or just not feeling like yourself anymore? Do negative emotions or memories seem to make unexpected appearances at the worst times? If these are things you are struggling with, I can help. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to work through difficult emotions. I can help you or your adolescent find ways to improve the important relationships in your life, including how you feel about yourself.

After 45 years and 50,000 sessions with clients, Dr. Sullivan has learned that people are stronger and more normal than they feel they are. He combines cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approaches to help you learn more about yourself and others and uncover and respect your strengths and accept and work around your limitations.

I have seen the pain and dysfunction caused by mental health and behavioral issues. Not only do these issues affect the client directly, but everyone in their lives. My greatest satisfaction comes from helping these individuals understand the cause of their behaviors so that they can move past them. My ideal client genuinely wants to change the way they think and behave. They feel helpless and hopeless. Those are the individuals who benefit the most from hypnotherapy. Treatment allows them to develop an enthusiasm for life that allows them to start each new day. That's when we are both successful.