In Person Therapists in Gladstone, MO
Hello! I'm Vanessa, co-owner of Secure Counseling Clinics. I've lived in KC for 20 years with my husband, 4 children, 3 dogs, 3 cats, 1 bearded dragon, and a flock of backyard chickens! I'm a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in both MO and KS, Nationally Certified Counselor, National Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and clinical supervisor. My heart work is helping humans with complex trauma. Couples, as well as parents and their children, work with me to form secure attachments with each other. I help clients experiencing relationship difficulties and those who experience pain from circumstances/losses. Full bio on website!
Hello! I'm Vanessa, co-owner of Secure Counseling Clinics. I've lived in KC for 20 years with my husband, 4 children, 3 dogs, 3 cats, 1 bearded dragon, and a flock of backyard chickens! I'm a Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in both MO and KS, Nationally Certified Counselor, National Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and clinical supervisor. My heart work is helping humans with complex trauma. Couples, as well as parents and their children, work with me to form secure attachments with each other. I help clients experiencing relationship difficulties and those who experience pain from circumstances/losses. Full bio on website!
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?
Jen received her B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Art from Northwest Missouri State University and recieved a M.S. in Art Therapy from the College of New Rochelle in New York.. For over 20 years, she has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including psychiatric hospitals, therapeutic arts programs and outpatient mental health agencies. She is a registered and board certified art therapist and a member of the American Art Therapy Association and its local chapter. Jen also has extensive experience and training in play therapy, TF-CBT and is a Level 2 trained EMDR therapist.
Jen received her B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Art from Northwest Missouri State University and recieved a M.S. in Art Therapy from the College of New Rochelle in New York.. For over 20 years, she has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including psychiatric hospitals, therapeutic arts programs and outpatient mental health agencies. She is a registered and board certified art therapist and a member of the American Art Therapy Association and its local chapter. Jen also has extensive experience and training in play therapy, TF-CBT and is a Level 2 trained EMDR therapist.
Becky Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MDivPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is a process that is often sought out during times of change, stress or transition. It can take courage to reach out to others. Thus, I feel it important to have a level of trust and comfort with your therapist. I greatly enjoy providing direction and insight to the clients I serve. I view my role as one that facilitates further introspection and growth. Every life event, those that are joyful, painful, or somewhere in between, can serve to shape us as an individual as we make choices for how we are going to respond.
Therapy is a process that is often sought out during times of change, stress or transition. It can take courage to reach out to others. Thus, I feel it important to have a level of trust and comfort with your therapist. I greatly enjoy providing direction and insight to the clients I serve. I view my role as one that facilitates further introspection and growth. Every life event, those that are joyful, painful, or somewhere in between, can serve to shape us as an individual as we make choices for how we are going to respond.
"I just want my child to be their normal self again". That is what I often hear at the beginning of therapy. It is very difficult to know how to handle changes like anger, acting out, sadness, or keeping to themselves. These problems affect the child and everyone else involved in their daily lives. I will tailor therapy to meet you and/or your child's specific needs, and work towards getting "back to normal" (or improving on what normal has been).
"I just want my child to be their normal self again". That is what I often hear at the beginning of therapy. It is very difficult to know how to handle changes like anger, acting out, sadness, or keeping to themselves. These problems affect the child and everyone else involved in their daily lives. I will tailor therapy to meet you and/or your child's specific needs, and work towards getting "back to normal" (or improving on what normal has been).
As a licensed clinical psychologist (my pronouns are she/her), I have over 20 years of experience in guiding, directing, challenging, and supporting people of all ages as they encounter difficulties in life. I conduct psychotherapy with adults, adolescents, and pre-teens. My approach to psychotherapy varies with the problems presented and the needs of each client. I blend research-based treatment approaches with a respect for each client's unique background and expectations to create a compassionate, individualized, and collaborative process for improvement and healing.
As a licensed clinical psychologist (my pronouns are she/her), I have over 20 years of experience in guiding, directing, challenging, and supporting people of all ages as they encounter difficulties in life. I conduct psychotherapy with adults, adolescents, and pre-teens. My approach to psychotherapy varies with the problems presented and the needs of each client. I blend research-based treatment approaches with a respect for each client's unique background and expectations to create a compassionate, individualized, and collaborative process for improvement and healing.
Caitlin Jordan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CYT200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
I provide effective therapy in a warm and radically accepting environment for those seeking new tools and insight to break out of negative patterns and discover their full potential. I believe in the value and importance of the therapeutic relationship and enjoy creating a space where both adolescents and and adults feel heard, affirmed, and understood. Whether you are experiencing difficulty in your relationship with yourself or with others, coping with trauma, feeling lost, or just looking for someone to help you carry the things that feel too heavy right now, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
I provide effective therapy in a warm and radically accepting environment for those seeking new tools and insight to break out of negative patterns and discover their full potential. I believe in the value and importance of the therapeutic relationship and enjoy creating a space where both adolescents and and adults feel heard, affirmed, and understood. Whether you are experiencing difficulty in your relationship with yourself or with others, coping with trauma, feeling lost, or just looking for someone to help you carry the things that feel too heavy right now, I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
Dr. Marcellis D Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64119
I believe that understanding your own story is one of the bravest, most courageous things you can do. Everyone has their own unique journey and story to tell but the way we deal with certain roadblocks is not always as straightforward. Taking that story and turning it into your strength is an even bigger feat. It is a testament to our growth and courage to actively work to understand our emotions and create positive change. I am eager to hear your story and learn about your strengths, and the troubles that keep you up at night. You can count on me to have real conversations that guide you through these hardships.
I believe that understanding your own story is one of the bravest, most courageous things you can do. Everyone has their own unique journey and story to tell but the way we deal with certain roadblocks is not always as straightforward. Taking that story and turning it into your strength is an even bigger feat. It is a testament to our growth and courage to actively work to understand our emotions and create positive change. I am eager to hear your story and learn about your strengths, and the troubles that keep you up at night. You can count on me to have real conversations that guide you through these hardships.
J. Joseph Fanska
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, C-DBT, CYMHS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64119
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Missouri and certified in DBT. I have diverse experience in working with teens and young adults in various settings, such as private practice, inpatient psychiatry, youth case management, outpatient substance abuse for teens, and adolescent intensive outpatient programming (IOP). I have also volunteered at a crisis hotline and a child development IRB research lab. I’m a proud Eagle Scout and a Big Brothers Big Sisters of KC mentor. My specialty and passion is helping teens and young adults. I provide in-office services.
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Missouri and certified in DBT. I have diverse experience in working with teens and young adults in various settings, such as private practice, inpatient psychiatry, youth case management, outpatient substance abuse for teens, and adolescent intensive outpatient programming (IOP). I have also volunteered at a crisis hotline and a child development IRB research lab. I’m a proud Eagle Scout and a Big Brothers Big Sisters of KC mentor. My specialty and passion is helping teens and young adults. I provide in-office services.
Valerie Meirose
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
You may have found yourself here feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or tired of the same patterns repeating in your life. I work with individuals and couples who are in this very place and it can manifest like sexlessness in relationships, family conflict, unresolved grief, persistent anxiety, physical manifestations of stress, or symptoms related to unprocessed trauma. While these painful experiences may be a part of your story now, you can turn the page to write something new. Healing is possible.
You may have found yourself here feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or tired of the same patterns repeating in your life. I work with individuals and couples who are in this very place and it can manifest like sexlessness in relationships, family conflict, unresolved grief, persistent anxiety, physical manifestations of stress, or symptoms related to unprocessed trauma. While these painful experiences may be a part of your story now, you can turn the page to write something new. Healing is possible.
Healing Grace Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64119
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Manager at Healing Grace Counseling Center, Northland. We are a full service mental health counseling center serving children, teenagers, adults, older adults, couples and families. We have experience treating child behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, grief/loss, trauma, marriage and family conflict, as well as many other issues impacting mental health and wellness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Manager at Healing Grace Counseling Center, Northland. We are a full service mental health counseling center serving children, teenagers, adults, older adults, couples and families. We have experience treating child behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, grief/loss, trauma, marriage and family conflict, as well as many other issues impacting mental health and wellness.
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All of us need help sometimes. Therapy is a process of making space for the changes we desire. Therapy changed my life and I'd be honored to support you and the changes you're looking for. Our relationships, including the one we have with ourselves, are essential to our overall wellness. If you're struggling with yourself, a partner or your place in the world, external support and insight goes a long way in turning things around. My therapy style is caring and professional. I offer a free initial consultation to all my clients to make sure that it's a good fit and to establish your goals.
All of us need help sometimes. Therapy is a process of making space for the changes we desire. Therapy changed my life and I'd be honored to support you and the changes you're looking for. Our relationships, including the one we have with ourselves, are essential to our overall wellness. If you're struggling with yourself, a partner or your place in the world, external support and insight goes a long way in turning things around. My therapy style is caring and professional. I offer a free initial consultation to all my clients to make sure that it's a good fit and to establish your goals.
Mary’s Foundation of Hope, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CGRS
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64119
Together let’s take a slow deep breath. You are not alone on this journey called life! I’ve had the privilege to work with children, teens and adults, as they navigate many life’s challenges. I provide a strengths based, non-judgmental presence while utilizing proven, evidence based approaches, that fosters a sense of safety, autonomy and hope. My aim is to empower adults, children and groups to acquire the tools necessary to address symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. I present right action steps toward increased hope and healing for those dealing with grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Together let’s take a slow deep breath. You are not alone on this journey called life! I’ve had the privilege to work with children, teens and adults, as they navigate many life’s challenges. I provide a strengths based, non-judgmental presence while utilizing proven, evidence based approaches, that fosters a sense of safety, autonomy and hope. My aim is to empower adults, children and groups to acquire the tools necessary to address symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. I present right action steps toward increased hope and healing for those dealing with grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Anastasia Castle
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, SATP, CTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
If you are looking for a down-to-earth counselor to help you reach your goals, then that's me! I am passionate about helping people with their mental health and navigating life's uncertainties. There is much we struggle with, and you deserve someone who listens and cares about your story. I want to help you succeed and find happiness, offering support and compassion as you find your way. If you are ready for a positive change, I am ready to help!
If you are looking for a down-to-earth counselor to help you reach your goals, then that's me! I am passionate about helping people with their mental health and navigating life's uncertainties. There is much we struggle with, and you deserve someone who listens and cares about your story. I want to help you succeed and find happiness, offering support and compassion as you find your way. If you are ready for a positive change, I am ready to help!
Laci Nicole Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
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.
I would be honored to help you navigate current challenges in your life as well as past painful experiences. Current challenges might include life transitions, problem solving a difficult situation, or exploring new coping strategies. But sometimes, it is past painful memories that cause trouble in our lives. When difficult or traumatic experiences are left unaddressed our physical, emotional, spiritual, and relational health can be negatively affected. The extraordinarily good and hopeful news is that within each person is the ability for self-leadership and healing. Therapy just helps guide the journey.
I would be honored to help you navigate current challenges in your life as well as past painful experiences. Current challenges might include life transitions, problem solving a difficult situation, or exploring new coping strategies. But sometimes, it is past painful memories that cause trouble in our lives. When difficult or traumatic experiences are left unaddressed our physical, emotional, spiritual, and relational health can be negatively affected. The extraordinarily good and hopeful news is that within each person is the ability for self-leadership and healing. Therapy just helps guide the journey.
Mimi Crisenberry
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64119
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like you are drowning? Lost? Broken? Burning out? Or disconnected from yourself and others? You are not alone. There is hope. Whether you feel like life is spinning out of control, or that you are trapped and don’t know if there is a light at the end of the tunnel I am here to tell you that you don’t have to face anything alone. Together hope can be found and better days are closer than you think. In our work together you will find clarity, peace, and connection. My clients report feeling more empowered and excited about life as well as physically, emotionally, and mentally healthier.
Do you feel like you are drowning? Lost? Broken? Burning out? Or disconnected from yourself and others? You are not alone. There is hope. Whether you feel like life is spinning out of control, or that you are trapped and don’t know if there is a light at the end of the tunnel I am here to tell you that you don’t have to face anything alone. Together hope can be found and better days are closer than you think. In our work together you will find clarity, peace, and connection. My clients report feeling more empowered and excited about life as well as physically, emotionally, and mentally healthier.
You wonder how things got this way, you used to feel connected with your partner. You feel alone, confused, frustrated, misunderstood, rejected etc. You reach out, you are trying…it turns to an argument or distancing. It often seems like a blame game with defensive reactions. How do you turn this around and feel safe with your partner again, or other loved ones? You are concerned about the outcome, yet it’s not getting better. Something needs to change but you’re unsure how to approach things.
You wonder how things got this way, you used to feel connected with your partner. You feel alone, confused, frustrated, misunderstood, rejected etc. You reach out, you are trying…it turns to an argument or distancing. It often seems like a blame game with defensive reactions. How do you turn this around and feel safe with your partner again, or other loved ones? You are concerned about the outcome, yet it’s not getting better. Something needs to change but you’re unsure how to approach things.
Kristen Edmisten- Open Availability For New Clients
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
Welcome! I am passionate about working with individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I have experience working with relationship issues/communication, general anxiety, major depression, suicidal thoughts, and traumatic life events. I also have experience working with expecting and new mothers; as well as, those struggling with grief/loss from a miscarriage. Having difficulty with communication in you relationship? Struggling with quieting your mind? Having a hard time getting out of bed in the morning? Struggling to move past a stressful event? Together we can walk you down a path to healing.
Welcome! I am passionate about working with individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I have experience working with relationship issues/communication, general anxiety, major depression, suicidal thoughts, and traumatic life events. I also have experience working with expecting and new mothers; as well as, those struggling with grief/loss from a miscarriage. Having difficulty with communication in you relationship? Struggling with quieting your mind? Having a hard time getting out of bed in the morning? Struggling to move past a stressful event? Together we can walk you down a path to healing.
Connected Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
It takes great courage to be present with vulnerable issues. We're here to provide a safe, secure, and caring environment to help make the healing process possible. We look forward to hearing from you - and listening to your needs with compassion. Don't delay, start healing today.
It takes great courage to be present with vulnerable issues. We're here to provide a safe, secure, and caring environment to help make the healing process possible. We look forward to hearing from you - and listening to your needs with compassion. Don't delay, start healing today.
