Teletherapy for Shawnee, KS
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 These can be tantrums that seem impossible to calm, anxiety separating from caregivers, or acting withdrawn and not like themselves?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.
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 These can be tantrums that seem impossible to calm, anxiety separating from caregivers, or acting withdrawn and not like themselves?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.
Hello! I specialize in clinical child psychology with an emphasis in providing therapy to teens, young adults, and their families, as well as offering psychological assessment for children, teens, and adults. Though I am generally eclectic and highly individualized in my approach to therapy, I have been formally trained in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with additional training in other evidence-based therapies such as DBT and other mindfulness-based approaches. Regarding testing, I have been formally trained for neurodevelopmental assessment (ADHD, ASD, IDD, & Learning).
Hello! I specialize in clinical child psychology with an emphasis in providing therapy to teens, young adults, and their families, as well as offering psychological assessment for children, teens, and adults. Though I am generally eclectic and highly individualized in my approach to therapy, I have been formally trained in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with additional training in other evidence-based therapies such as DBT and other mindfulness-based approaches. Regarding testing, I have been formally trained for neurodevelopmental assessment (ADHD, ASD, IDD, & Learning).
For those who've faced trauma or were left alone to grapple with complex emotions prematurely, the skills needed to cope with difficult experiences can feel out of reach. Anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem can feel like an endless spiral as you battle between a you that feels capable and you that is knocked off your feet by overwhelming emotions. While in the past you may have been alone in the face of emotional distress you do not have to be alone now. I aim to create a space where you feel seen and heard as you become more comfortable with your emotions, find healing, and move from surviving to thriving.
For those who've faced trauma or were left alone to grapple with complex emotions prematurely, the skills needed to cope with difficult experiences can feel out of reach. Anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem can feel like an endless spiral as you battle between a you that feels capable and you that is knocked off your feet by overwhelming emotions. While in the past you may have been alone in the face of emotional distress you do not have to be alone now. I aim to create a space where you feel seen and heard as you become more comfortable with your emotions, find healing, and move from surviving to thriving.
I believe everyone deserves a counselor! I am here to help families and individuals with many different issues.
I believe everyone deserves a counselor! I am here to help families and individuals with many different issues.
Brytani Huggins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shawnee, KS 66203
I believe that PLAY is for everyone and I love incorporating play therapy techniques into my sessions with clients of all ages. I specialize in children, adolescents and young adults who experience Depression, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Family Conflicts/Divorce, and Loss and Grief. One of the most effective ways to work with children and teens is to have them "play" out their feelings instead of asking direct questions. I provide clients with extra personalized support between sessions without added cost.
I believe that PLAY is for everyone and I love incorporating play therapy techniques into my sessions with clients of all ages. I specialize in children, adolescents and young adults who experience Depression, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Family Conflicts/Divorce, and Loss and Grief. One of the most effective ways to work with children and teens is to have them "play" out their feelings instead of asking direct questions. I provide clients with extra personalized support between sessions without added cost.
Candace Holloman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shawnee, KS 66218 (Online Only)
We often see the wonderful side of motherhood, but the reality of being a mom in today's world is also overwhelming, scary, and lonely at times. Along with joy and love, you may feel sadness, anxiety, anger, fear, shame, burnout, or isolation. I've been there too during my own journey as a mother, and I've put myself on the back burner until I could no longer handle the burden of being responsible for everyone and everything! Sometimes it can seem nearly impossible to find balance during motherhood, and that can leave us in a mentally and physically unhealthy place, with feelings of stress, frustration, and hopelessness taking over.
We often see the wonderful side of motherhood, but the reality of being a mom in today's world is also overwhelming, scary, and lonely at times. Along with joy and love, you may feel sadness, anxiety, anger, fear, shame, burnout, or isolation. I've been there too during my own journey as a mother, and I've put myself on the back burner until I could no longer handle the burden of being responsible for everyone and everything! Sometimes it can seem nearly impossible to find balance during motherhood, and that can leave us in a mentally and physically unhealthy place, with feelings of stress, frustration, and hopelessness taking over.
One of my favorite quotes is by Emily Dickinson, "I am out with the lanterns looking for myself." Over the last 46 years of wandering this earth, I don't know a lot to be true, but I strongly believe that we are all doing the best we can with what we have. Sometimes we just don't have what we need. We are all better together. We are all wandering this earth trying to find purpose. And we all need help finding our way. There is a wild and holy beast inside of all of us waiting to be loved and tamed...but kept a little wild. Our wild is our magic. It is why people love us. Please stay a little wild.
One of my favorite quotes is by Emily Dickinson, "I am out with the lanterns looking for myself." Over the last 46 years of wandering this earth, I don't know a lot to be true, but I strongly believe that we are all doing the best we can with what we have. Sometimes we just don't have what we need. We are all better together. We are all wandering this earth trying to find purpose. And we all need help finding our way. There is a wild and holy beast inside of all of us waiting to be loved and tamed...but kept a little wild. Our wild is our magic. It is why people love us. Please stay a little wild.
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You may function well but feel aware of something wrong - something troubling, confusing or unfulfilling about your experience. What you know to be true may not align with what you feel or you may have limited control over your behavior in some areas. Even those who can articulate why they want to start therapy often find that there’s more they were searching for. I think it takes time to work through the layers and find language that fits. I see therapy more as healing and adapting than it is eliminating bad behaviors. Sometimes your ways of making it through stop working as well. I think our work together is finding a new way.
You can also request an appointment online.
You may function well but feel aware of something wrong - something troubling, confusing or unfulfilling about your experience. What you know to be true may not align with what you feel or you may have limited control over your behavior in some areas. Even those who can articulate why they want to start therapy often find that there’s more they were searching for. I think it takes time to work through the layers and find language that fits. I see therapy more as healing and adapting than it is eliminating bad behaviors. Sometimes your ways of making it through stop working as well. I think our work together is finding a new way.
Relationship difficulties, intense emotions, anxiety, stress and depression -- these are issues that many face each day. If you are struggling, know that you are not alone and that you are stronger and wiser than you likely feel. Pain is inevitable in life, but we can learn from our experiences, adapt and create a life that is more peaceful and enjoyable. I want to provide a safe space for you to talk about your current and past experiences, to express the thoughts and feelings you are struggling with and to feel inspired and empowered to continue working on yourself and improving your life.
Relationship difficulties, intense emotions, anxiety, stress and depression -- these are issues that many face each day. If you are struggling, know that you are not alone and that you are stronger and wiser than you likely feel. Pain is inevitable in life, but we can learn from our experiences, adapt and create a life that is more peaceful and enjoyable. I want to provide a safe space for you to talk about your current and past experiences, to express the thoughts and feelings you are struggling with and to feel inspired and empowered to continue working on yourself and improving your life.
I love my work with children, adolescents, and families. It is a privlege to provide a supportive and caring environment for families to share the challenges they are facing. I provide psychological assessment and evaluations for diagnostic questions (e.g., ADHD, learning, cognitive), as well as individual cognitive behavioral therapy and parental coaching for emotional and behavioral concerns. I work with children and families to help develop effective and practical tools they can take home and use to manage the concerns they are dealing with in their lives.
I love my work with children, adolescents, and families. It is a privlege to provide a supportive and caring environment for families to share the challenges they are facing. I provide psychological assessment and evaluations for diagnostic questions (e.g., ADHD, learning, cognitive), as well as individual cognitive behavioral therapy and parental coaching for emotional and behavioral concerns. I work with children and families to help develop effective and practical tools they can take home and use to manage the concerns they are dealing with in their lives.
Lauren Plummer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MTS, MA
Verified Verified
Shawnee, KS 66203 (Online Only)
Life is complicated, and none of us thrive in isolation. We all need connection and support from others in order to grow and live fully into our lives. I am driven by curiosity, and I love to help people locate and tell their stories within the larger frames of family, community, and social systems. I’m best suited to work with clients who are sifting through family, parenting, and relationship issues, grief and transitions, traumas, identity and spirituality questions, and issues with anxiety and depression.
Life is complicated, and none of us thrive in isolation. We all need connection and support from others in order to grow and live fully into our lives. I am driven by curiosity, and I love to help people locate and tell their stories within the larger frames of family, community, and social systems. I’m best suited to work with clients who are sifting through family, parenting, and relationship issues, grief and transitions, traumas, identity and spirituality questions, and issues with anxiety and depression.
Situated on approximately 100 acres, Summit Ranch offers a comprehensive, exciting take on therapy. Summit Ranch is a non-profit that serves adolescents ages 8-18. The ranch is enhanced by the presence of two horses and two lively cats who call Summit Ranch home. Our integrative, holistic approach incorporates clinical therapy, nature, wellness, and work with animals. This approach provides a fun, supportive environment where individuals can embark on their path to healing with confidence and serenity.
Situated on approximately 100 acres, Summit Ranch offers a comprehensive, exciting take on therapy. Summit Ranch is a non-profit that serves adolescents ages 8-18. The ranch is enhanced by the presence of two horses and two lively cats who call Summit Ranch home. Our integrative, holistic approach incorporates clinical therapy, nature, wellness, and work with animals. This approach provides a fun, supportive environment where individuals can embark on their path to healing with confidence and serenity.
Are you finding it difficult to support your child in effectively managing their behaviors and emotions, or navigating a strained relationship with them? You are not alone. I understand the complexities of these challenges and offer my support. One particular area of expertise I offer is Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), specifically designed for children and families encountering challenging behaviors or parent-child relationship issues. PCIT equips you, as the caregiver, with specific strategies to assist your child in managing their emotions and behaviors effectively.
Are you finding it difficult to support your child in effectively managing their behaviors and emotions, or navigating a strained relationship with them? You are not alone. I understand the complexities of these challenges and offer my support. One particular area of expertise I offer is Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), specifically designed for children and families encountering challenging behaviors or parent-child relationship issues. PCIT equips you, as the caregiver, with specific strategies to assist your child in managing their emotions and behaviors effectively.
I firmly believe that those who make the most impact are often those who have walked a similar path themselves. Clients often say that they haven't felt understood or even understand theirselves. It took me a long time to shift from a place of misunderstood toward a place of confidence. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, creativity, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story. People in today's society need someone they can trust. I'm a stranger. You shouldn't trust me. Know I will work to earn that trust from you. Because the relationship between a client and therapist needs to be solid to make great work happen.
I firmly believe that those who make the most impact are often those who have walked a similar path themselves. Clients often say that they haven't felt understood or even understand theirselves. It took me a long time to shift from a place of misunderstood toward a place of confidence. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, creativity, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story. People in today's society need someone they can trust. I'm a stranger. You shouldn't trust me. Know I will work to earn that trust from you. Because the relationship between a client and therapist needs to be solid to make great work happen.
Molly Hoover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW , LMAC
Verified Verified
Shawnee, KS 66226 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Kansas and Missouri with 12 plus years of professional work experience across multiple fields of social services including experience in foster care, adoption, substance use, the legal system, mental health, and healthcare. I enjoy specifically working with individuals struggling with substance abuse, life transitions, and self-esteem.
I am licensed in Kansas and Missouri with 12 plus years of professional work experience across multiple fields of social services including experience in foster care, adoption, substance use, the legal system, mental health, and healthcare. I enjoy specifically working with individuals struggling with substance abuse, life transitions, and self-esteem.
Catherine Morelix
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Shawnee, KS 66216 (Online Only)
Do you struggle to feel safe and secure in relationships? Do shame, guilt, and anxiety cause you to avoid talking about your own needs? Trauma from our past can affect how we relate to others. My approach is to build a warm, peaceful, shame free space for people to share their story and discover in creative ways to heal the hurt that they carry. I support people as they open doors of their hearts with compassion and care. Whether you are coming to therapy as an individual or a couple, I work to build up your inner resources and hope for your future.
Do you struggle to feel safe and secure in relationships? Do shame, guilt, and anxiety cause you to avoid talking about your own needs? Trauma from our past can affect how we relate to others. My approach is to build a warm, peaceful, shame free space for people to share their story and discover in creative ways to heal the hurt that they carry. I support people as they open doors of their hearts with compassion and care. Whether you are coming to therapy as an individual or a couple, I work to build up your inner resources and hope for your future.
Most of my patients describe sessions with me as "effective." Yes, I'll sit and listen, empathize, and you'll know I genuinely care about you and your life. But you'll also probably hear things from me that others may not be willing to tell you. Why? Because I want to see you live the life you are capable of and unlocking many of those interactions helps with that process! I generally use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. They are both great types of therapy that focus on behavioral strategies for change after examination of your thinking.
Most of my patients describe sessions with me as "effective." Yes, I'll sit and listen, empathize, and you'll know I genuinely care about you and your life. But you'll also probably hear things from me that others may not be willing to tell you. Why? Because I want to see you live the life you are capable of and unlocking many of those interactions helps with that process! I generally use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. They are both great types of therapy that focus on behavioral strategies for change after examination of your thinking.
Jennifer Agee
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LCPC-S, EMDR, Hypno
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Shawnee, KS 66218
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You have lived life by everyone else's set of rules and it's taking a toll. You are ready to finally start asking yourself, "What do I want and need?". It's okay to take up space. It's okay to pivot and take your life in a new direction or "right size" your life, career and relationships. It can be scary, but you don't have to do it alone. Give me a call/text/email. I'd be honored to help.
Call, email or visit my website to book online.
You have lived life by everyone else's set of rules and it's taking a toll. You are ready to finally start asking yourself, "What do I want and need?". It's okay to take up space. It's okay to pivot and take your life in a new direction or "right size" your life, career and relationships. It can be scary, but you don't have to do it alone. Give me a call/text/email. I'd be honored to help.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.