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Dr. Luke Allen
Psychologist, PhD (he, him)
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3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64152
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My approach to therapy is based on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). A core idea in ACT is that trying too hard to get rid of or control our emotions tends to backfire. Instead of trying to get rid of unwanted thoughts and feelings (e.g., anxiety & depression), I will help you learn to react differently to them so that you can keep your focus on living a meaningful and fulfilling life based on what’s important to you. We will work together to set meaningful goals to address your concerns–whether they relate to life transitions, depression, anxiety, body image, grief/loss, job or academic stress, or gender & sexuality.
I primarily provide individual therapy with late teens and adults. I specialize in working transgender and non-binary youth and their families on matters related to gender identity. Transgender clients and family members seeking assessment or counseling services can expect a safe space, and respectful, non-pathologizing, collaborative care.
If you feel like you may be a good fit, feel free to contact me. I will follow-up with you for a brief (10-15 minute) phone consultation where I can also answer any questions you might have.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Dr. Luke Allen
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Nevada / PY1030 Luke AllenLicense state differs from primary location state.
- In Practice for 7 Years
- Certificate from World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) Certified Mentor / 2021
- Degree/Diploma from New Mexico State University 2015 Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health / 2015
- Attended University of Missouri, Kansas City, Doctorate of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2020
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Transgender
- Anxiety
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Psychedelic Integration & Safety
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trichotillomania (hair pulling)
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Location
Additional Location
Overland Park, KS 66213
(314) 668-1760Nearby Areas
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Dr. Luke Allen
Psychologist, PhD