Female Therapists in Old Westport, Kansas City, MO
Lynee Michelle Gonzales
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFT-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
Therapy is not a place where you should feel judged! If you’re looking for a nonjudgmental, kind, but direct therapist, you’ve found her. I’m a therapist for people who feel like they’re different because I’ve always felt different myself. I am a proud Mexican-American woman and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. My friends have often described me as edgy due to my fashion, tattoos, and piercings. I would say I’m just my Authentic Self.
Therapy is not a place where you should feel judged! If you’re looking for a nonjudgmental, kind, but direct therapist, you’ve found her. I’m a therapist for people who feel like they’re different because I’ve always felt different myself. I am a proud Mexican-American woman and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. My friends have often described me as edgy due to my fashion, tattoos, and piercings. I would say I’m just my Authentic Self.
Peggy K Chilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
If you are interested in making a change in your life, but don’t know where to begin, I can help you. We can work together to understand what you need and how you can achieve your goals.
My areas of expertise include human sexuality and I have helped others in regards to their own childhood sexual abuse, sexual dysfunction in intimate relationships and sexual addiction. I am very interested in working with parents about talking to their own children about healthy sexuality.
If you are interested in making a change in your life, but don’t know where to begin, I can help you. We can work together to understand what you need and how you can achieve your goals.
My areas of expertise include human sexuality and I have helped others in regards to their own childhood sexual abuse, sexual dysfunction in intimate relationships and sexual addiction. I am very interested in working with parents about talking to their own children about healthy sexuality.
As a counseling psychologist with more than 10 years of experience I use a compassionate, collaborative and authentic approach to help clients meet their goals. I aim to create a safe and supportive environment for clients to fully and candidly express themselves in order to build an effective therapeutic relationship. I work with a range of clients who experience general life stress, stress related to life-events, relationships and communication problems. I also work with individuals who face marginalization based on their identity/group status, such as people of color and LGBT identified individuals.
As a counseling psychologist with more than 10 years of experience I use a compassionate, collaborative and authentic approach to help clients meet their goals. I aim to create a safe and supportive environment for clients to fully and candidly express themselves in order to build an effective therapeutic relationship. I work with a range of clients who experience general life stress, stress related to life-events, relationships and communication problems. I also work with individuals who face marginalization based on their identity/group status, such as people of color and LGBT identified individuals.
Lynn B Barnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
I believe that everyone, young and old, has a right to feel good about themselves. Sometimes, things happen in life that leave us feeling unprepared for the road ahead. We look in the mirror and are unhappy with what we see, past trauma can leave us vulnerable to the environment around us, or our bodies and our brains do not create a cohesive whole. That is when we need help in discovering who we are and how we want to live our lives.
I believe that everyone, young and old, has a right to feel good about themselves. Sometimes, things happen in life that leave us feeling unprepared for the road ahead. We look in the mirror and are unhappy with what we see, past trauma can leave us vulnerable to the environment around us, or our bodies and our brains do not create a cohesive whole. That is when we need help in discovering who we are and how we want to live our lives.
Toni Vaughn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
Are you struggling with feeling isolated and withdrawn? Does life seem to feel overwhelming and too much to handle at times? Well you are not alone. I will partner with you to identify what you want your life to look like. I'll support you with professional tools & interventions needed to get you to the next steps of self-improvement, and healthier living.
Are you struggling with feeling isolated and withdrawn? Does life seem to feel overwhelming and too much to handle at times? Well you are not alone. I will partner with you to identify what you want your life to look like. I'll support you with professional tools & interventions needed to get you to the next steps of self-improvement, and healthier living.
Donna K Burgess
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
Overwhelmed? Everyone needs help occasionally through life transitions. Do you have trouble saying no? Do you feel like you do not value yourself enough or have difficulty setting boundaries? Do you have traumatic or abusive experiences (or episodes of panic)? Do you overanalyze things? I have extensive helping experience with these and other issues. I work to get to the root of these issues.
Overwhelmed? Everyone needs help occasionally through life transitions. Do you have trouble saying no? Do you feel like you do not value yourself enough or have difficulty setting boundaries? Do you have traumatic or abusive experiences (or episodes of panic)? Do you overanalyze things? I have extensive helping experience with these and other issues. I work to get to the root of these issues.
From A Strong Place
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111 (Online Only)
**Online Services Only** As a counselor, I seek to provide counseling that fits the need of the client. From A Strong Place is a safe space that offers convenient telehealth for adults, young adults, and teens.
**Online Services Only** As a counselor, I seek to provide counseling that fits the need of the client. From A Strong Place is a safe space that offers convenient telehealth for adults, young adults, and teens.
Kara Joy Werner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111 (Online Only)
We are all just walking each other home. While I bring a deep love and nerdiness about how we become us, this is your story. You hold the map - I support in empowering you to navigate, process, unravel stuck threads and grow. We will work to identify patterns/themes, reframe old stories that no longer serve you, find clarity. I am EMDR certified, approaching therapy through a trauma-informed, systemic, anti-oppression lens, practicing cultural humility - a visionary curator of transformative experiences. If you have tried therapy before and are still struggling or are ready to change your trajectory, to go all in for YOU, call me.
We are all just walking each other home. While I bring a deep love and nerdiness about how we become us, this is your story. You hold the map - I support in empowering you to navigate, process, unravel stuck threads and grow. We will work to identify patterns/themes, reframe old stories that no longer serve you, find clarity. I am EMDR certified, approaching therapy through a trauma-informed, systemic, anti-oppression lens, practicing cultural humility - a visionary curator of transformative experiences. If you have tried therapy before and are still struggling or are ready to change your trajectory, to go all in for YOU, call me.
Nikol Averbuch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, MPT
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
Counseling provides an opportunity for people to explore areas of their lives and relationships that may feel dissatisfying, difficult, or even painful. It takes courage for us to look at parts of ourselves and our relationships that are troubling, especially when we're not sure exactly where to begin or what's not feeling quite right. Therapy is a journey, a path toward developing a connection to our own deepest knowing and inner strengths. With increased awareness and internal supports, we feel more hope, strength and freedom to live as fully as possible.
Counseling provides an opportunity for people to explore areas of their lives and relationships that may feel dissatisfying, difficult, or even painful. It takes courage for us to look at parts of ourselves and our relationships that are troubling, especially when we're not sure exactly where to begin or what's not feeling quite right. Therapy is a journey, a path toward developing a connection to our own deepest knowing and inner strengths. With increased awareness and internal supports, we feel more hope, strength and freedom to live as fully as possible.
Focused Concentration-KC Wellness Dr. Fernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111 (Online Only)
OFFERING REDUCED FEE (PHONE OR VIDEO) TO ALL FIRST RESPONDERS AFFECTED BY COVID-19. I hold a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and treat a variety of emotional issues for adults and couples. I provide diagnostic testing and treatment of ADHD, mood disorders, and substance abuse/addiction issues. Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Interpersonal Therapy for depression, anxiety, family conflict and overall addiction/impulse control. Bilingual Spanish-English.
OFFERING REDUCED FEE (PHONE OR VIDEO) TO ALL FIRST RESPONDERS AFFECTED BY COVID-19. I hold a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and treat a variety of emotional issues for adults and couples. I provide diagnostic testing and treatment of ADHD, mood disorders, and substance abuse/addiction issues. Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Interpersonal Therapy for depression, anxiety, family conflict and overall addiction/impulse control. Bilingual Spanish-English.
Tanner Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
I provide a specialty therapy for people with a high degree of self-control (perfectionists, introverts, and worriers). Have you ever thought that you might have too much of a good thing? It turns out possessing too much self-control can impair our ability to relax, adapt to life's transitions, and genuinely connect with others.
I provide a specialty therapy for people with a high degree of self-control (perfectionists, introverts, and worriers). Have you ever thought that you might have too much of a good thing? It turns out possessing too much self-control can impair our ability to relax, adapt to life's transitions, and genuinely connect with others.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
Do you spend all of your energy focusing on other people's feelings or opinions that it feels impossible to consider your own feelings and needs? Is your goal to make sure everyone else is happy even if it means there's no time or space for you? Maybe the weight of people's expectations is heavy and exhausting, so exhausting it’s impacting your relationships with your partner, family, & yourself. It’s your turn. So many parts of you have been working hard for so long. Together, we can begin working towards experiencing yourself and your relationships as life-giving and authentic instead of draining. You deserve this.
Do you spend all of your energy focusing on other people's feelings or opinions that it feels impossible to consider your own feelings and needs? Is your goal to make sure everyone else is happy even if it means there's no time or space for you? Maybe the weight of people's expectations is heavy and exhausting, so exhausting it’s impacting your relationships with your partner, family, & yourself. It’s your turn. So many parts of you have been working hard for so long. Together, we can begin working towards experiencing yourself and your relationships as life-giving and authentic instead of draining. You deserve this.
Dr. Jami B Hamilton-Ansley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LSCSW, LCSW, RYT, RCYT
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
Life is a journey and we are always evolving. Self reflection and professional support for growth is my ideal client. We heal within relationships and I will walk beside clients to help them improve their overall wellness. Together, we can address social, emotional and behavioral health issues, as well as strengths and mapping out how you plan to create your ideal life. They are working to heal for themselves and their families and become their favorite version of themselves.
Life is a journey and we are always evolving. Self reflection and professional support for growth is my ideal client. We heal within relationships and I will walk beside clients to help them improve their overall wellness. Together, we can address social, emotional and behavioral health issues, as well as strengths and mapping out how you plan to create your ideal life. They are working to heal for themselves and their families and become their favorite version of themselves.
Anastasia Kinsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111 (Online Only)
Anastasia Kinsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor with almost 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with a variety of clients facing different issues. She is excited to work with the unique challenges of every client. She is also interested in providing services in many different ways: individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy sessions, and couples counseling. Anastasia specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and anger-related problems.
Anastasia Kinsey is a Licensed Professional Counselor with almost 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about working with a variety of clients facing different issues. She is excited to work with the unique challenges of every client. She is also interested in providing services in many different ways: individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy sessions, and couples counseling. Anastasia specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and anger-related problems.
Darbi Keene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111 (Online Only)
NOW offering ADULT autism assessments. Are you LGBTQ, chronically ill, or Neurodivergent and seeking a therapist who understands that nuance? Are you working hard to be a generational cycle breaker? Do you want to learn distress tolerance skills for those moments where it seems like the overwhelming emotions you feel are a dangerous tidal wave about to crash around you? Are you a caretaker who has discovered how overstimulating parenting is and want to improve your own emotional regulation so you can help your child regulate? Free consultations can be scheduled directly on my website.
NOW offering ADULT autism assessments. Are you LGBTQ, chronically ill, or Neurodivergent and seeking a therapist who understands that nuance? Are you working hard to be a generational cycle breaker? Do you want to learn distress tolerance skills for those moments where it seems like the overwhelming emotions you feel are a dangerous tidal wave about to crash around you? Are you a caretaker who has discovered how overstimulating parenting is and want to improve your own emotional regulation so you can help your child regulate? Free consultations can be scheduled directly on my website.
Tanner Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
I provide a therapy called ERP (exposure and response prevention) for people with OCD. If you’re reading this, you probably know that OCD can take on a life of its own. My clients are trying their best to keep themselves and their loved ones safe, yet OCD can become incredibly time consuming and take attention away from the very activities and people that matter most. With treatment, my clients are increasingly able to feel a sense of safety in their lives and join others instead of needing to control the moment.
I provide a therapy called ERP (exposure and response prevention) for people with OCD. If you’re reading this, you probably know that OCD can take on a life of its own. My clients are trying their best to keep themselves and their loved ones safe, yet OCD can become incredibly time consuming and take attention away from the very activities and people that matter most. With treatment, my clients are increasingly able to feel a sense of safety in their lives and join others instead of needing to control the moment.
Dr. Andrea Stover
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
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!
Cynthia Kohler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
Cynthia Kohler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri who has 10 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults who struggle with the day to day life stressors. Cynthia completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. She believes that building a strong therapeutic relationship to help you work through issues like stress management, depression, anxiety, relationships, and many more will optimize how to get your life on the track you desire.
Cynthia Kohler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri who has 10 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults who struggle with the day to day life stressors. Cynthia completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. She believes that building a strong therapeutic relationship to help you work through issues like stress management, depression, anxiety, relationships, and many more will optimize how to get your life on the track you desire.
Linda Simmons
Psychologist, Psy D
Verified Verified
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111 (Online Only)
Dr. Linda Simmons is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults achieve healing and greater life fulfillment. Dr. Simmons specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, pain management, relationship issues, faith issues, and major life transitions. She sees psychotherapy as a collaborative process with her clients, providing education and expert guidance, and encouraging clients to reach their goals. Psychotherapy is not a one-size-fits-all process and she will change her approach per client's needs.
Dr. Linda Simmons is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults achieve healing and greater life fulfillment. Dr. Simmons specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, pain management, relationship issues, faith issues, and major life transitions. She sees psychotherapy as a collaborative process with her clients, providing education and expert guidance, and encouraging clients to reach their goals. Psychotherapy is not a one-size-fits-all process and she will change her approach per client's needs.
Morgan Bokelman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PLMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO 64111
I long to walk alongside women and couples as they pursue healing and growth in their lives.
Life is a journey full of ups and downs, twists and turns, dry valleys, and scenic mountaintops. At times, it can be difficult to navigate. We may resist going in a direction that feels unknown because it is uncomfortable to do things we've never done before; however, it is in the places of discomfort that we can create the most growth and discover our most authentic selves. Maybe you feel stuck, hurt, or abandoned. Maybe you feel stressed, alone, or tired. Maybe you feel disconnected from yourself or the people in your life. No matter where you find yourself on your journey, there is hope.
I long to walk alongside women and couples as they pursue healing and growth in their lives.
Life is a journey full of ups and downs, twists and turns, dry valleys, and scenic mountaintops. At times, it can be difficult to navigate. We may resist going in a direction that feels unknown because it is uncomfortable to do things we've never done before; however, it is in the places of discomfort that we can create the most growth and discover our most authentic selves. Maybe you feel stuck, hurt, or abandoned. Maybe you feel stressed, alone, or tired. Maybe you feel disconnected from yourself or the people in your life. No matter where you find yourself on your journey, there is hope.
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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.