Female Therapists in Clay County, MO

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Lacey Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64118  (Online Only)
Lacey has been counseling for over 10 years. She has worked with individuals, couples, and teens with various needs, including anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, situational difficulties, etc. If you are in need right now, allow her to come along side you and provide additional support.
Lacey has been counseling for over 10 years. She has worked with individuals, couples, and teens with various needs, including anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, situational difficulties, etc. If you are in need right now, allow her to come along side you and provide additional support.
(816) 451-4456 View (816) 451-4456
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Sarah Edelman-Dolan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
Life is full of transitions, and while some are smooth, others can be a little more on the bumpy side. Those bumps in the road can affect our overall well-being, mentally and physically. Often, we may not even realize just how much mental health is affected by stressors that emerge in life. I am committed to helping guide you through the challenges and find helpful ways to cope. I provide services utilizing a person-centered approach, which encourages clients to be active and take the reins during sessions and throughout treatment.
Life is full of transitions, and while some are smooth, others can be a little more on the bumpy side. Those bumps in the road can affect our overall well-being, mentally and physically. Often, we may not even realize just how much mental health is affected by stressors that emerge in life. I am committed to helping guide you through the challenges and find helpful ways to cope. I provide services utilizing a person-centered approach, which encourages clients to be active and take the reins during sessions and throughout treatment.
(816) 408-3142 View (816) 408-3142
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Align Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068  (Online Only)
Your alarm clock is going off, and that sense of dread sits in the pit of your stomach. You slept but you don’t feel rested. Brushing your teeth and getting dressed leaves you drained. The idea of “peopling” makes you want to curl in a ball. You have thoughts popping into your head that you aren’t “good enough,” are “an imposter,” or “a failure.” Everyday tasks can feel overwhelming, and you can be your own worst critic when struggling with life transitions, trauma, anxiety or depression. Asking for help can be daunting, as we are often taught to face those internal battles quietly and alone.
Your alarm clock is going off, and that sense of dread sits in the pit of your stomach. You slept but you don’t feel rested. Brushing your teeth and getting dressed leaves you drained. The idea of “peopling” makes you want to curl in a ball. You have thoughts popping into your head that you aren’t “good enough,” are “an imposter,” or “a failure.” Everyday tasks can feel overwhelming, and you can be your own worst critic when struggling with life transitions, trauma, anxiety or depression. Asking for help can be daunting, as we are often taught to face those internal battles quietly and alone.
(816) 839-7633 View (816) 839-7633
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Michelle Marie Magri
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LMAC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64118
Asking for help is hard and you are on the way to taking your first steps. As a clinician, I recognize the importance of collaboration and the impact it can have on our well-being. Life, indeed, presents its share of difficulties, and having a safe space to explore those challenges is crucial. Unbiased and non-judgmental support is essential, especially when we tend to be overly critical of ourselves. It’s common to feel like some problems are beyond our control, but together, we can navigate them. Whether the issues are big or small, I’m here to join forces with you, working toward your goals and uncovering the possibilities.
Asking for help is hard and you are on the way to taking your first steps. As a clinician, I recognize the importance of collaboration and the impact it can have on our well-being. Life, indeed, presents its share of difficulties, and having a safe space to explore those challenges is crucial. Unbiased and non-judgmental support is essential, especially when we tend to be overly critical of ourselves. It’s common to feel like some problems are beyond our control, but together, we can navigate them. Whether the issues are big or small, I’m here to join forces with you, working toward your goals and uncovering the possibilities.
(816) 327-2464 View (816) 327-2464
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Margaux Kervin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
Everyone we encounter in our lives plays a part in our story. Each experience leads to decisions that develop who we are. Sometimes we come to an encounter or experience that we aren't sure how to interpret, or work through. When we experience mental health symptoms or life stress that impairs our functioning, it is important to seek, learn, and utilize skills to get back to functioning that helps us achieve our goals.
Everyone we encounter in our lives plays a part in our story. Each experience leads to decisions that develop who we are. Sometimes we come to an encounter or experience that we aren't sure how to interpret, or work through. When we experience mental health symptoms or life stress that impairs our functioning, it is important to seek, learn, and utilize skills to get back to functioning that helps us achieve our goals.
(816) 325-3822 View (816) 325-3822
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Bethany Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
Hi there! At the the core of great therapy is the therapeutic relationship between the client and their therapist. I believe very strongly in the positive changes that can occur as a result of therapy. We all have various emotional needs that can be addressed and benefit from the therapeutic process. I am passionate about serving children, adolescents, adults and families. By partnering with my clients, I see tremendous growth towards their goals and improvement in general well being. When working with children and teens, I take a systems approach and work closely with caregivers to provide the most comprehensive care possible.
Hi there! At the the core of great therapy is the therapeutic relationship between the client and their therapist. I believe very strongly in the positive changes that can occur as a result of therapy. We all have various emotional needs that can be addressed and benefit from the therapeutic process. I am passionate about serving children, adolescents, adults and families. By partnering with my clients, I see tremendous growth towards their goals and improvement in general well being. When working with children and teens, I take a systems approach and work closely with caregivers to provide the most comprehensive care possible.
(816) 240-4021 View (816) 240-4021
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Kimberly A Reynolds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
I have felt the same the struggles that all woman have experience, "Am I just a wife and mother?", "When do my needs get met?".
You have so much going for you. You have a great group of friends, a spouse/partner that supports you, healthy children, and a job that you enjoy. But you can't help the feeling that something is missing. "Why don't I feel fulfilled?" "Why am I not happy?" "Am I missing something?" These are common issues many women face but feel they are struggling alone. You deserve to be happy. You deserve to feel fulfilled. Reconnect with the happy woman inside of you.
I have felt the same the struggles that all woman have experience, "Am I just a wife and mother?", "When do my needs get met?".
You have so much going for you. You have a great group of friends, a spouse/partner that supports you, healthy children, and a job that you enjoy. But you can't help the feeling that something is missing. "Why don't I feel fulfilled?" "Why am I not happy?" "Am I missing something?" These are common issues many women face but feel they are struggling alone. You deserve to be happy. You deserve to feel fulfilled. Reconnect with the happy woman inside of you.
(816) 551-2204 View (816) 551-2204
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Tara Spry
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
I am deeply passionate about the mental health field, especially in supporting children, young adults, and families. Guiding and empowering children, teens, and their parents during their formative years is not only rewarding but also transformative. Together, let's unlock their potential, foster resilience, and empower them to navigate life's complexities, laying a solid foundation for their future success.
I am deeply passionate about the mental health field, especially in supporting children, young adults, and families. Guiding and empowering children, teens, and their parents during their formative years is not only rewarding but also transformative. Together, let's unlock their potential, foster resilience, and empower them to navigate life's complexities, laying a solid foundation for their future success.
(816) 675-4148 View (816) 675-4148
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Shunta’ Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64118  (Online Only)
Hello there! My name is Shunta Scott, I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker who specializes in working with adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and self-worth. My therapeutic approach is customized based off of each client's needs and strengths. Some approaches I like to use are person centered, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
Hello there! My name is Shunta Scott, I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker who specializes in working with adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and self-worth. My therapeutic approach is customized based off of each client's needs and strengths. Some approaches I like to use are person centered, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
(816) 477-1089 View (816) 477-1089
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Sherry L. Strahan, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64118
I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1997 and can help you with reducing your stress and improving your life. I work with young children(age 3 and up), teens, and adults. I specialize in couple/family therapy, as well as in play therapy. Are you asking yourself questions like "Will I ever feel happy again?" or "Can my spouse/significant other and I really work through our problems?" or "Will my child ever follow the rules without a hassle?". If you are, I can tell you change is possible and I can help you with that change.
I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1997 and can help you with reducing your stress and improving your life. I work with young children(age 3 and up), teens, and adults. I specialize in couple/family therapy, as well as in play therapy. Are you asking yourself questions like "Will I ever feel happy again?" or "Can my spouse/significant other and I really work through our problems?" or "Will my child ever follow the rules without a hassle?". If you are, I can tell you change is possible and I can help you with that change.
(816) 533-7837 View (816) 533-7837
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Lauren Peter
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
Wherever you are on your life journey, I am here to help you find your way. At some point most can benefit from talking with someone that can help them discover or re-discover their identity, purpose or path. Life is a journey meant to be lived to the fullest but there are many things along the way that make this difficult and sometimes we lose our way. I would love to help you find the best version of yourself to ensure that you are one step closer to living your best life. I believe asking for help on your life journey and wanting to grow and be better for yourself and others is one of the most courageous things you can do.
Wherever you are on your life journey, I am here to help you find your way. At some point most can benefit from talking with someone that can help them discover or re-discover their identity, purpose or path. Life is a journey meant to be lived to the fullest but there are many things along the way that make this difficult and sometimes we lose our way. I would love to help you find the best version of yourself to ensure that you are one step closer to living your best life. I believe asking for help on your life journey and wanting to grow and be better for yourself and others is one of the most courageous things you can do.
(816) 354-0865 View (816) 354-0865
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Laci Nicole Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
I believe everyone deserves happiness, joy, and belonging. Not everyone has the support and skills they need to make that happen. I'm here to help. I have 10 years of experience helping others work through life challenges big and small. If you're dealing with overwhelm, lack of motivation, feeling stuck, relationship issues, parenting issues, anxiety, depression, or just confusion about why life seems so much harder, heavier, more complicated for you than everyone else. Let's work on this together.
I believe everyone deserves happiness, joy, and belonging. Not everyone has the support and skills they need to make that happen. I'm here to help. I have 10 years of experience helping others work through life challenges big and small. If you're dealing with overwhelm, lack of motivation, feeling stuck, relationship issues, parenting issues, anxiety, depression, or just confusion about why life seems so much harder, heavier, more complicated for you than everyone else. Let's work on this together.
(816) 693-2659 View (816) 693-2659
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Brittany Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional, CIT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kearney, MO 64060
I am especially passionate about working with children and adolescents, as I believe they are our future. I became a counselor to help young people learn and develop coping skills they can carry with them into adulthood, fostering resilience and emotional well-being from an early age.
I am especially passionate about working with children and adolescents, as I believe they are our future. I became a counselor to help young people learn and develop coping skills they can carry with them into adulthood, fostering resilience and emotional well-being from an early age.
(816) 476-1567 View (816) 476-1567
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Kathleen Ralph
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
Hi. How are you doing? Do you seem to be experiencing more bad days than good? Have you suffered a trauma, or significant loss in your life? Do you experience anger, anxiety, or depression that interferes in your daily activities? Are you just not happy with how things are going?
Hi. How are you doing? Do you seem to be experiencing more bad days than good? Have you suffered a trauma, or significant loss in your life? Do you experience anger, anxiety, or depression that interferes in your daily activities? Are you just not happy with how things are going?
(816) 253-8311 View (816) 253-8311
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Nicole L Rojas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Man, woman, transgender, white, black, green, blended, straight, gay, merry, sad, furry.
Life can throw us off balance because of relationship issues, the need to set boundaries, depression, anxiety or just because life is… Life. I can help you find your inner voice - your source of self-reliance, self-assurance and self-empowerment. Sometimes knowing that you are not alone and have someone to help you stand when times get rough can make all the difference.
Man, woman, transgender, white, black, green, blended, straight, gay, merry, sad, furry.
Life can throw us off balance because of relationship issues, the need to set boundaries, depression, anxiety or just because life is… Life. I can help you find your inner voice - your source of self-reliance, self-assurance and self-empowerment. Sometimes knowing that you are not alone and have someone to help you stand when times get rough can make all the difference.
(816) 407-8839 View (816) 407-8839
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Nikki Fels
PLPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64116
Does your child, adolescent, or teen exhibit concerning behaviors at home or school? I believe we should strive to look beyond the concerning behaviors exhibited by our children. What if we shift the perspective from viewing the behavior as problematic to seeing the behavior as a form of communication? My goal as a therapist is to translate this form of communication to create a bridge of understanding between caregivers and their children. As an adult, “adulting” is hard. Therapy can be a positive outlet to explore new coping skills and a self-care routine. It can also be a place to process through life stressors or trauma.
Does your child, adolescent, or teen exhibit concerning behaviors at home or school? I believe we should strive to look beyond the concerning behaviors exhibited by our children. What if we shift the perspective from viewing the behavior as problematic to seeing the behavior as a form of communication? My goal as a therapist is to translate this form of communication to create a bridge of understanding between caregivers and their children. As an adult, “adulting” is hard. Therapy can be a positive outlet to explore new coping skills and a self-care routine. It can also be a place to process through life stressors or trauma.
(816) 837-4365 View (816) 837-4365
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Elyria E Vandegrift
LPC Intern, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64116
You don't have to do it alone. We are all a work in progress. I truly enjoy working with people and helping them discover their voice and individual agency. In this fast paced world, self-care is so important. I offer a warm, friendly, non-judgmental space to process through the different emotions and life challenges that we all experience.
You don't have to do it alone. We are all a work in progress. I truly enjoy working with people and helping them discover their voice and individual agency. In this fast paced world, self-care is so important. I offer a warm, friendly, non-judgmental space to process through the different emotions and life challenges that we all experience.
(816) 323-4810 View (816) 323-4810
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Lori Streu
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liberty, MO 64068
Living with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues can be isolating and overwhelming. Sometimes it can even be difficult to know where to begin to make your life feel better. I help people figure out how to take action in their lives so that they can create a life of joy, purpose, and meaningful connections. I provide a compassionate, calm, and confidential space to help teens, adults, and families develop a plan that allows for growth and healing. The time to start feeling better is now!
Living with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues can be isolating and overwhelming. Sometimes it can even be difficult to know where to begin to make your life feel better. I help people figure out how to take action in their lives so that they can create a life of joy, purpose, and meaningful connections. I provide a compassionate, calm, and confidential space to help teens, adults, and families develop a plan that allows for growth and healing. The time to start feeling better is now!
(816) 209-1873 View (816) 209-1873
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Connie Clark
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, CCBT
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068
Hello and welcome to my counseling page. My primary focus is to provide counseling, hope and healing in our sessions. You are wanted and welcomed here. I want to know you and will listen carefully while giving guidance to help you enjoy the life God created you to have. My education includes a BS, MA and PhD in Psychology and I have been a Psychotherapist in private practice for over 25 years which includes counseling several years at Texas Children's Hospital downtown in Houston's Medical Center and a psychology professor for 8 years.
Hello and welcome to my counseling page. My primary focus is to provide counseling, hope and healing in our sessions. You are wanted and welcomed here. I want to know you and will listen carefully while giving guidance to help you enjoy the life God created you to have. My education includes a BS, MA and PhD in Psychology and I have been a Psychotherapist in private practice for over 25 years which includes counseling several years at Texas Children's Hospital downtown in Houston's Medical Center and a psychology professor for 8 years.
(816) 366-7486 View (816) 366-7486
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DeAnna Whittaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Liberty, MO 64068  (Online Only)
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in anxiety, depression, relationships and trauma. My approach to therapy is to be a guide on your healing journey. I practice with a holistic approach utilizing evidenced based practices of CBT, ACT, DBT, BSFT, TFCBT, psychoanalysis, Jungian techniques and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in anxiety, depression, relationships and trauma. My approach to therapy is to be a guide on your healing journey. I practice with a holistic approach utilizing evidenced based practices of CBT, ACT, DBT, BSFT, TFCBT, psychoanalysis, Jungian techniques and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
(816) 451-4483 View (816) 451-4483
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.