Relationship Issues Therapists in Westwood, KS
Based on 40+ years of relationship research, the Gottman approach takes the guesswork out of how we can cultivate strong & lasting relationships.
I understand every person’s story and situation is unique and valid. I'm intentional about developing trust and creating a judgment free space. I view counseling as a collaborative process where my primary goal is to meet you at whatever point in your journey you are today. I’m a life-long learner - I stay up to date with the most effective relationship & trauma therapy techniques as a CEU consumer and an adjunct instructor. I teach master’s level couple & family therapy courses. I practice Gottman Method Couples Therapy, which integrates empirical evidence on what makes love last.
Based on 40+ years of relationship research, the Gottman approach takes the guesswork out of how we can cultivate strong & lasting relationships.
I understand every person’s story and situation is unique and valid. I'm intentional about developing trust and creating a judgment free space. I view counseling as a collaborative process where my primary goal is to meet you at whatever point in your journey you are today. I’m a life-long learner - I stay up to date with the most effective relationship & trauma therapy techniques as a CEU consumer and an adjunct instructor. I teach master’s level couple & family therapy courses. I practice Gottman Method Couples Therapy, which integrates empirical evidence on what makes love last.
Melissa Anne McManamy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westwood, KS 66205
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.
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.
Jeneb Coleman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westwood, KS 66205 (Online Only)
My heart and passion has always been with helping others. I have knowledge in working with individuals, couples, and families facing life's challenges. I am skilled at assisting people with work stress, post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic loss through accident or violence. Many types of stress can move silently but painfully through our lives, I have the knowledge to introduce healthy coping skills, reduction of anxiety, and conflict resolution. During these times knowing who we are, caring for ourselves and others is more important than ever. I'm here for those living the daily effects of trauma.
My heart and passion has always been with helping others. I have knowledge in working with individuals, couples, and families facing life's challenges. I am skilled at assisting people with work stress, post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic loss through accident or violence. Many types of stress can move silently but painfully through our lives, I have the knowledge to introduce healthy coping skills, reduction of anxiety, and conflict resolution. During these times knowing who we are, caring for ourselves and others is more important than ever. I'm here for those living the daily effects of trauma.
Caitlin Niendick
Marriage & Family Therapist, T-LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westwood, KS 66205
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.
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AW Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, KS 66103 (Online Only)
Relationships are important, especially the relationship with your self.
Life is difficult. It can feel so overwhelming. There's one thing after another, after another. You can't seem to catch a break. Even if you are trying your best, sometimes it feels like you are just barely hanging on. The tools and coping strategies that have carried you through so much, are no longer working. Or you're in a relationship where you keep having the same fight over and over again and you're tired of it.
Relationships are important, especially the relationship with your self.
Life is difficult. It can feel so overwhelming. There's one thing after another, after another. You can't seem to catch a break. Even if you are trying your best, sometimes it feels like you are just barely hanging on. The tools and coping strategies that have carried you through so much, are no longer working. Or you're in a relationship where you keep having the same fight over and over again and you're tired of it.
Dr. Andrea Stover
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Fairway, KS 66205
Relationships are my passion! Whether it be your relationship with yourself, your partner, or life itself, I aim to help people more deeply connect with their authentic selves. When we're living out of alignment, we can have a whole host of symptoms, and it's difficult to get clear about what to do next when we can't see things accurately. Trauma is real. Fear is inevitable. Being disconnected from your true self can also be a thing. Any of these factors can lead to hinderances on your path to leading a soulful life. If you're at a crossroads and unsure which way to go, let me help you illuminate your path forward!
Relationships are my passion! Whether it be your relationship with yourself, your partner, or life itself, I aim to help people more deeply connect with their authentic selves. When we're living out of alignment, we can have a whole host of symptoms, and it's difficult to get clear about what to do next when we can't see things accurately. Trauma is real. Fear is inevitable. Being disconnected from your true self can also be a thing. Any of these factors can lead to hinderances on your path to leading a soulful life. If you're at a crossroads and unsure which way to go, let me help you illuminate your path forward!
Jim Stites
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prairie Village, KS 66208
If you're ready to invest in your relationship or to engage in personal therapeutic work, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation.
I work with couples, teens and individuals. I specialize in working with couples that feel disconnected, misunderstood and overwhelmed by recurring conflict. Together we work to understand conflict patterns, uncover underlying emotional needs, healing emotional wounds that hinder connection and giving new ways of communicating. I strive to allow couples to work towards finding meaningful connection.
If you're ready to invest in your relationship or to engage in personal therapeutic work, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation.
I work with couples, teens and individuals. I specialize in working with couples that feel disconnected, misunderstood and overwhelmed by recurring conflict. Together we work to understand conflict patterns, uncover underlying emotional needs, healing emotional wounds that hinder connection and giving new ways of communicating. I strive to allow couples to work towards finding meaningful connection.
Jeff Crawford
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Prairie Village, KS 66208
Are you feeling frustrated in an important relationship? Have you lost your sense of purpose and direction in your career or life in general? Would you like to master the tools and skills that lead to more satisfaction, stability and success in life and love? Your relationship with yourself and others can make or break your ability to experience a rich, rewarding life. I help men—and the women who love them—learn the tools and master the skills necessary to strengthen their relationships and pursue their dreams.
Are you feeling frustrated in an important relationship? Have you lost your sense of purpose and direction in your career or life in general? Would you like to master the tools and skills that lead to more satisfaction, stability and success in life and love? Your relationship with yourself and others can make or break your ability to experience a rich, rewarding life. I help men—and the women who love them—learn the tools and master the skills necessary to strengthen their relationships and pursue their dreams.
Wendy Hawkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66201
I believe we all have the right to our own belief systems but often times sharing those with someone who is a complete stranger can be intimidating. I offer you a safe space to be YOU. I am a spiritual being that is open to embracing dialogue around non-traditional ways of thinking and believing. Because the client-therapist is an important relationship, my goal is to provide a high-quality service to you that includes quick and responsive communication as well as a huge library of resources to give you the tools you need for an action based and humanistic therapy process. I enjoy working with women and couples!
I believe we all have the right to our own belief systems but often times sharing those with someone who is a complete stranger can be intimidating. I offer you a safe space to be YOU. I am a spiritual being that is open to embracing dialogue around non-traditional ways of thinking and believing. Because the client-therapist is an important relationship, my goal is to provide a high-quality service to you that includes quick and responsive communication as well as a huge library of resources to give you the tools you need for an action based and humanistic therapy process. I enjoy working with women and couples!
Marci Payne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Prairie Village, KS 66208
I help you better understand your relationship patterns as well as your needs, feelings, and desires.
Are you tired of putting yourself last? I help individual adults struggling with people-pleasing, perfectionism, and challenging relationships reclaim their identity and voice. Through individual therapy and self-love programs, I help you find balance, understanding, and confidence within yourself and your relationships. With over 25 years of experience, I work from a holistic perspective that is LGBTQA+-affirming and trauma-informed.
I help you better understand your relationship patterns as well as your needs, feelings, and desires.
Are you tired of putting yourself last? I help individual adults struggling with people-pleasing, perfectionism, and challenging relationships reclaim their identity and voice. Through individual therapy and self-love programs, I help you find balance, understanding, and confidence within yourself and your relationships. With over 25 years of experience, I work from a holistic perspective that is LGBTQA+-affirming and trauma-informed.
Wanda Easterwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, KS 66202
(I'M ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS) Your world is falling apart and you wonder if anyone cares. Your best efforts are failing and all appears hopeless. Or maybe it's that your relationship has become more toxic and you're asking yourself, "Can this relationship be saved"? Maybe you've been suffering in silence and you're at your wits end. Or perhaps your love for that special someone has blossomed and you're ready take the plunge but you just don't know if it's the right thing to do. A non-judgemental listening ear is what most of us long for especially if life hasn't been so kind to us. No matter what your situation is, don't give up!
(I'M ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS) Your world is falling apart and you wonder if anyone cares. Your best efforts are failing and all appears hopeless. Or maybe it's that your relationship has become more toxic and you're asking yourself, "Can this relationship be saved"? Maybe you've been suffering in silence and you're at your wits end. Or perhaps your love for that special someone has blossomed and you're ready take the plunge but you just don't know if it's the right thing to do. A non-judgemental listening ear is what most of us long for especially if life hasn't been so kind to us. No matter what your situation is, don't give up!
Lauren Kilber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prairie Village, KS 66208
Through the therapeutic relationship we will learn to welcome, hold and metabolize your losses, and thus find the vitality waiting for you on the other side.
Please don’t suffer in silence. Whatever pain or struggle you currently find yourself in, I’m here to help. You do not have to do this alone; there is hope. I consider it a great privilege to come alongside you and help unravel the often confusing and painful knot of emotions, thoughts, and experiences we carry with us. Therapy with me is informal, honest, relational and collaborative. I work with individuals 18+ struggling with grief, shame, depression, anxiety, and codependency/ relationship issues.
Through the therapeutic relationship we will learn to welcome, hold and metabolize your losses, and thus find the vitality waiting for you on the other side.
Please don’t suffer in silence. Whatever pain or struggle you currently find yourself in, I’m here to help. You do not have to do this alone; there is hope. I consider it a great privilege to come alongside you and help unravel the often confusing and painful knot of emotions, thoughts, and experiences we carry with us. Therapy with me is informal, honest, relational and collaborative. I work with individuals 18+ struggling with grief, shame, depression, anxiety, and codependency/ relationship issues.
Specializations in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression & anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, life transitions, sexual health/issues, men's issues, and addiction.
Did you know that it’s ok, not to be ok? Before you can heal, change and transform yourself, you must accept where you are and what you feel right now. Being confronted with obstacles and stressors in life can be confusing and challenging, but you do not have to tackle them alone. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken the first, and hardest step; reaching out for help. No matter what struggles you may be facing, always remember, the comeback is stronger than the setback. As a Licensed Psychotherapist, with an educational background in Behavioral Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology; I will help you better understand - YOU.
Specializations in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression & anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, life transitions, sexual health/issues, men's issues, and addiction.
Did you know that it’s ok, not to be ok? Before you can heal, change and transform yourself, you must accept where you are and what you feel right now. Being confronted with obstacles and stressors in life can be confusing and challenging, but you do not have to tackle them alone. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken the first, and hardest step; reaching out for help. No matter what struggles you may be facing, always remember, the comeback is stronger than the setback. As a Licensed Psychotherapist, with an educational background in Behavioral Neuroscience & Clinical Psychology; I will help you better understand - YOU.
I have been trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy which focused on the attachment bond between the couple and how to build and strengthen the relationship.
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.
I have been trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy which focused on the attachment bond between the couple and how to build and strengthen the relationship.
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.
Nikolai DeHaven
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roeland Park, KS 66205
Tired of feeling defeated by anxiety? Struggling with low mood and low energy? Is there a lack of fulfillment in your life and your relationships aren't where you wish they were? My areas of focus include serving adult survivors of childhood trauma, helping other “helpers”, and men with depression or relationship issues.
Tired of feeling defeated by anxiety? Struggling with low mood and low energy? Is there a lack of fulfillment in your life and your relationships aren't where you wish they were? My areas of focus include serving adult survivors of childhood trauma, helping other “helpers”, and men with depression or relationship issues.
Brooke Seiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA, SEP, IFMCP, NTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66208
In collaboration we'll work to improve your understanding and relationship with yourself and those around you.
I am a somatic and relationship therapist, and provide both individual and couples therapy. For adults and adolescents dealing with various types of trauma from developmental to acute, I use Somatic Experiencing as well as IFS (internal family systems) to help you heal the intensity of your experience of past events that may be keeping you feeling overwhelmed and settle your nervous system in the here and now. For couples I use Gottman Couples Therapy to help you improve communication, and work through things from infidelity to parenting to navigating relationship changes. I also provide sex therapy to individuals and couples.
In collaboration we'll work to improve your understanding and relationship with yourself and those around you.
I am a somatic and relationship therapist, and provide both individual and couples therapy. For adults and adolescents dealing with various types of trauma from developmental to acute, I use Somatic Experiencing as well as IFS (internal family systems) to help you heal the intensity of your experience of past events that may be keeping you feeling overwhelmed and settle your nervous system in the here and now. For couples I use Gottman Couples Therapy to help you improve communication, and work through things from infidelity to parenting to navigating relationship changes. I also provide sex therapy to individuals and couples.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist with nearly 20 years of experience. My areas of interest and experience include treating adults experiencing a wide range of concerns such as, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life stressors (who doesn't have those?). I've had the unique opportunity over the years to work with physicians, professors, attorneys, and other therapists. I tend to work best with clients who are invested in making positive changes, personally and/or professionally, to create a meaningful life.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist with nearly 20 years of experience. My areas of interest and experience include treating adults experiencing a wide range of concerns such as, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life stressors (who doesn't have those?). I've had the unique opportunity over the years to work with physicians, professors, attorneys, and other therapists. I tend to work best with clients who are invested in making positive changes, personally and/or professionally, to create a meaningful life.
Stephanie Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66202
All these systems come with the joys and sorrows inherent in relationship.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families experiencing challenges within the family system, which often show up as belligerent teens, difficulties in relationships, anxiety, depression, as well as the myriad issues that arise in the general navigation of life. These issues may include parenting issues, grief and loss, relationships, being part of the sandwich generation, work/life balance. I truly believe you already have the knowledge and wisdom needed to address these issues. As we work together, I will support and guide you as you gain clarity and identify steps to navigate your current challenges.
All these systems come with the joys and sorrows inherent in relationship.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families experiencing challenges within the family system, which often show up as belligerent teens, difficulties in relationships, anxiety, depression, as well as the myriad issues that arise in the general navigation of life. These issues may include parenting issues, grief and loss, relationships, being part of the sandwich generation, work/life balance. I truly believe you already have the knowledge and wisdom needed to address these issues. As we work together, I will support and guide you as you gain clarity and identify steps to navigate your current challenges.
We believe healing takes place in the context of relationship.
Mend Psychotherapy is a helpful voice in times of struggle. We help individuals, couples, children, and families find peace, meaning, and deeper relational connection. Our team includes: Scott Koeneman, Psy.D., Alysa Koeneman, MA, LCPC, Avery Lawson, M.A., LCPC, P-LPC, Robin Li, Ph.D., Kate Patt, M.A., LCMFT, LMFT, Jackie Stone, M.A., LPC, Samuel Quin, M.A., LPC, Ryan Steinle, M.A. LPC.
We believe healing takes place in the context of relationship.
Mend Psychotherapy is a helpful voice in times of struggle. We help individuals, couples, children, and families find peace, meaning, and deeper relational connection. Our team includes: Scott Koeneman, Psy.D., Alysa Koeneman, MA, LCPC, Avery Lawson, M.A., LCPC, P-LPC, Robin Li, Ph.D., Kate Patt, M.A., LCMFT, LMFT, Jackie Stone, M.A., LPC, Samuel Quin, M.A., LPC, Ryan Steinle, M.A. LPC.
I work with adults in individual and couples therapy on a very broad range of issues, from very specific psychological and relationship problems to general concerns about the quality and meaningfulness of your life.
Hello! Thanks for caring enough about yourself to look for someone who can truly help you with your challenges. I have been a professional for 47 years and can provide genuine help. I am interested to talk with you and find out what you need and want. And I'm ready to answer whatever questions you have about me and how I work with people. There is information about me in this profile and there is even more on my website. The best way to find out whether working with me feels right is to call, come in, and get started.
I work with adults in individual and couples therapy on a very broad range of issues, from very specific psychological and relationship problems to general concerns about the quality and meaningfulness of your life.
Hello! Thanks for caring enough about yourself to look for someone who can truly help you with your challenges. I have been a professional for 47 years and can provide genuine help. I am interested to talk with you and find out what you need and want. And I'm ready to answer whatever questions you have about me and how I work with people. There is information about me in this profile and there is even more on my website. The best way to find out whether working with me feels right is to call, come in, and get started.
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.