Couples Counseling Therapists in Kansas City, MO
I'll tailor my approach to your unique needs, offering individual, couples, or group therapy as needed.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
I'll tailor my approach to your unique needs, offering individual, couples, or group therapy as needed.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
I specialize in attachment dynamics, relationships, trauma, stress, burnout, depression and anxiety, and for over 25 years have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I specialize in attachment dynamics, relationships, trauma, stress, burnout, depression and anxiety, and for over 25 years have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Taylor Luttrell-Deeds
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64108
My areas of expertise are couples work, relationship issues, self-criticism and self-doubt, anxiety and depression, and body image struggles.
Relationships are tricky - even the one you have with yourself. They can be an amazing part of life when running smoothly, but when life throws you a curve ball things can quickly change. Maybe you're struggling with past experiences, low self-esteem or low self-worth, or continuously attracting the wrong type of partner. Maybe your relationship is suffering due to boundaries being crossed, trust being broken, or life changes altering the way your move through the world. When this happens, it can feel almost impossible to get your life back to equilibrium. But I promise, it's not.
My areas of expertise are couples work, relationship issues, self-criticism and self-doubt, anxiety and depression, and body image struggles.
Relationships are tricky - even the one you have with yourself. They can be an amazing part of life when running smoothly, but when life throws you a curve ball things can quickly change. Maybe you're struggling with past experiences, low self-esteem or low self-worth, or continuously attracting the wrong type of partner. Maybe your relationship is suffering due to boundaries being crossed, trust being broken, or life changes altering the way your move through the world. When this happens, it can feel almost impossible to get your life back to equilibrium. But I promise, it's not.
I have written a self help book for couples, Are We Having Fun Yet? in 1988 and 5 chapters on marital therapy for 4 professional books.
All people have strengths and challenges. Therapy is a process of using those strengths and resources to address problems people face. I'm interested in understanding you and helping you develop a plan to work with your problems and to build on your strengths.
I have written a self help book for couples, Are We Having Fun Yet? in 1988 and 5 chapters on marital therapy for 4 professional books.
All people have strengths and challenges. Therapy is a process of using those strengths and resources to address problems people face. I'm interested in understanding you and helping you develop a plan to work with your problems and to build on your strengths.
I work with individuals and couples/relationships. My clients seek support in regulating difficult emotions, communicating with others, managing stress and anxiety, navigating identities, and boosting confidence. I enjoy working with clients who want to develop a more intentional connection to their bodies, sexualities, and the people they love. My clients are open to gaining new skills and insights to deal with stress. I provide a space full of warmth and affirmation for clients to feel fully seen, valued, safe to process past events, and think about future possibilities.
I work with individuals and couples/relationships. My clients seek support in regulating difficult emotions, communicating with others, managing stress and anxiety, navigating identities, and boosting confidence. I enjoy working with clients who want to develop a more intentional connection to their bodies, sexualities, and the people they love. My clients are open to gaining new skills and insights to deal with stress. I provide a space full of warmth and affirmation for clients to feel fully seen, valued, safe to process past events, and think about future possibilities.
Robert Shonkwiler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64112
If you are struggling with your relationships, problems related to anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, and/or addiction, I can help. My experience consists of working in private practice, a psychiatric hospital, and an in-patient drug/alcohol treatment center. My approach is getting to know you by establishing a safe, trusting, healing relationship; identifying issues you wish to work on; and working together therapeutically to resolve your problems. For additional information check my website www.counselorbobkc.com
If you are struggling with your relationships, problems related to anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, and/or addiction, I can help. My experience consists of working in private practice, a psychiatric hospital, and an in-patient drug/alcohol treatment center. My approach is getting to know you by establishing a safe, trusting, healing relationship; identifying issues you wish to work on; and working together therapeutically to resolve your problems. For additional information check my website www.counselorbobkc.com
Colby Bruner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64106 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who's ready to break free from the weight of life's challenges. Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, or relationship struggles (gay or straight). Perhaps you’re tired of pushing through and longing for a safe space to be truly seen and heard. As an attachment-focused therapist, I'll help you understand how past experiences might be shaping your present, and together we'll work to build a stronger, more secure sense of self. Let's explore your unique story and unlock your full potential.
My ideal client is someone who's ready to break free from the weight of life's challenges. Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, or relationship struggles (gay or straight). Perhaps you’re tired of pushing through and longing for a safe space to be truly seen and heard. As an attachment-focused therapist, I'll help you understand how past experiences might be shaping your present, and together we'll work to build a stronger, more secure sense of self. Let's explore your unique story and unlock your full potential.
Jerald Payne, LSCSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64111
I work with individuals, couples and families on such issues as relationship issues, problem solving, conflict resolution, communication enhancement, anger management, drug/alcohol abuse and addiction. Many clients present with depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, childhood disorders such as conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, etc. I work with adults and couples on relationship/marital issues, domestic violence, etc. I work with clients who have experienced abuse, both sexual and physical. I assist parents with parent-child relational issues and behavior modification skill development. I also assist clients with anxiety disorders, grief/loss issues and struggles with adjusting to life circumstances.
I work with individuals, couples and families on such issues as relationship issues, problem solving, conflict resolution, communication enhancement, anger management, drug/alcohol abuse and addiction. Many clients present with depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, childhood disorders such as conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, etc. I work with adults and couples on relationship/marital issues, domestic violence, etc. I work with clients who have experienced abuse, both sexual and physical. I assist parents with parent-child relational issues and behavior modification skill development. I also assist clients with anxiety disorders, grief/loss issues and struggles with adjusting to life circumstances.
I have been a psychologist for 30+ years. I am licensed as a Psychologist and Health Care Provider. I work with individuals and couples and specialize in issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and vocational issues. I also specialize in helping individuals overcome sexual difficulties, which may include low sex drive, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, and sexual addiction. I work with couples and families on relationship issues including marital and divorce issues, parent child difficulties, and sexual difficulties as they relate to the couple's relationship.
I have been a psychologist for 30+ years. I am licensed as a Psychologist and Health Care Provider. I work with individuals and couples and specialize in issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and vocational issues. I also specialize in helping individuals overcome sexual difficulties, which may include low sex drive, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, and sexual addiction. I work with couples and families on relationship issues including marital and divorce issues, parent child difficulties, and sexual difficulties as they relate to the couple's relationship.
I specialize in treating anxiety, relationship issues and identity development.
I believe compassion and empathy create the foundation for clients to develop greater insight and self-awareness. My approach to therapy is collaborative working to resolve mental and emotion stressors that impede one's ability to achieve their goals. I work with clients to identify maladaptive communication patterns, resolve conflict, transition to a new stage in life or career, and foster each individual’s innate skills, knowledge, and growth.
I specialize in treating anxiety, relationship issues and identity development.
I believe compassion and empathy create the foundation for clients to develop greater insight and self-awareness. My approach to therapy is collaborative working to resolve mental and emotion stressors that impede one's ability to achieve their goals. I work with clients to identify maladaptive communication patterns, resolve conflict, transition to a new stage in life or career, and foster each individual’s innate skills, knowledge, and growth.
Stan Archie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MA, LPC, SATP-C, ThD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64114
Stan Archie is a Christian centered supervisor and counselor whose primary focus is to use principles of the behavioral sciences to support individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations in realizing their passion and potential according to their desired outcome.
As a therapist and supervisor, Stan works through an Attachment Theory lens. He values working with a treatment team, and utilizes a multidisciplinary approach, highly valuing each individual for his/her own uniqueness. He believes in a holistic approach to counseling through exploration of psychological, emotional, spiritual, and relational aspects of one's life. Therapy modalities that will be utilized in treatment include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Attachment Theory. He considers it a privilege to walk alongside individuals while through the healing process while reaching their goals.
Stan Archie is a Christian centered supervisor and counselor whose primary focus is to use principles of the behavioral sciences to support individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations in realizing their passion and potential according to their desired outcome.
As a therapist and supervisor, Stan works through an Attachment Theory lens. He values working with a treatment team, and utilizes a multidisciplinary approach, highly valuing each individual for his/her own uniqueness. He believes in a holistic approach to counseling through exploration of psychological, emotional, spiritual, and relational aspects of one's life. Therapy modalities that will be utilized in treatment include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Attachment Theory. He considers it a privilege to walk alongside individuals while through the healing process while reaching their goals.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64114
I enjoy working with couples and families as well as individuals.
I am a CERTIFIED IMAGO RELATIONSHIP THERAPIST. I specialize in relationship work, and my style is collaborative. I believe that my clients are looking for three things when they come into my office: 1-Encouragement that their pain or negative situation will lessen or end, 2-An opportunity to be heard and validated for their feelings and experiences, 3-A plan of action to improve their lives. My clients often report that they feel empowered after working with me. I offer more than one solution to a problem so that my clients may choose the one that best suits them.
I enjoy working with couples and families as well as individuals.
I am a CERTIFIED IMAGO RELATIONSHIP THERAPIST. I specialize in relationship work, and my style is collaborative. I believe that my clients are looking for three things when they come into my office: 1-Encouragement that their pain or negative situation will lessen or end, 2-An opportunity to be heard and validated for their feelings and experiences, 3-A plan of action to improve their lives. My clients often report that they feel empowered after working with me. I offer more than one solution to a problem so that my clients may choose the one that best suits them.
Barbara L Lucas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64132
Life struggles may sometimes prevent us from fully being our true selves, interfering with the hopes, dreams and wishes we have for our lives. When the weight of relationship stress, emotional discomfort, loss, life transitions, etc. leaves you feeling unbalanced or unfulfilled, you do not have to carry it alone. It is my sincerest desire to carry it with you offering a process of emotional healing, exploration and self-discovery. As we journey towards a restored sense of balance and harmony, I encourage you through your process until you feel secure, connected and can experience peace.
Life struggles may sometimes prevent us from fully being our true selves, interfering with the hopes, dreams and wishes we have for our lives. When the weight of relationship stress, emotional discomfort, loss, life transitions, etc. leaves you feeling unbalanced or unfulfilled, you do not have to carry it alone. It is my sincerest desire to carry it with you offering a process of emotional healing, exploration and self-discovery. As we journey towards a restored sense of balance and harmony, I encourage you through your process until you feel secure, connected and can experience peace.
I am here to help you work through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and career issues. I provide a calm, safe, and inviting environment to heal. I love helping women find their power to heal and their to power to have a voice. I approach counseling with a client centered philosophy utilizing attachment theory, cognitive behavior theory, EMDR and choice theory. Life can be challenging and I am here to help in a loving and empathetic way.
I am here to help you work through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and career issues. I provide a calm, safe, and inviting environment to heal. I love helping women find their power to heal and their to power to have a voice. I approach counseling with a client centered philosophy utilizing attachment theory, cognitive behavior theory, EMDR and choice theory. Life can be challenging and I am here to help in a loving and empathetic way.
I believe the most important part of therapy is the relationship I have with each individual client.
I am currently only accepting new clients for Assessments (ADHD, learning disabilities, Autism, mood disorders, etc). Do you feel stuck, or at an impasse in your current life? Perhaps the use of a substance or a behavior has become a larger piece of your life than you wanted it to. It could be that anxiety or depression have kept you from achieving what you want, or being who you want to be. Maybe you’ve had a change in your life that’s been difficult to handle. Perhaps your child/teen is having difficulty at home or in school. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and tailor my approach to each individual.
I believe the most important part of therapy is the relationship I have with each individual client.
I am currently only accepting new clients for Assessments (ADHD, learning disabilities, Autism, mood disorders, etc). Do you feel stuck, or at an impasse in your current life? Perhaps the use of a substance or a behavior has become a larger piece of your life than you wanted it to. It could be that anxiety or depression have kept you from achieving what you want, or being who you want to be. Maybe you’ve had a change in your life that’s been difficult to handle. Perhaps your child/teen is having difficulty at home or in school. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and tailor my approach to each individual.
LaShandra Shepard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64131
Women who find themselves in life transitions, motherhood, and relationship changes.
Trying to keep it together can be exhausting when you feel your life is falling apart. You’re likely feeling overwhelmed, questioning everything, and maybe not recognizing the person you’ve become. You’re trying your best but stressed, showing up to places nervous, exhausted, and uncertain of what to do next. Together, we will figure out the root of what’s going on, discover your innate strengths, find your authentic voice, and develop coping skills so you can reconnect with yourself and those you care about.
Women who find themselves in life transitions, motherhood, and relationship changes.
Trying to keep it together can be exhausting when you feel your life is falling apart. You’re likely feeling overwhelmed, questioning everything, and maybe not recognizing the person you’ve become. You’re trying your best but stressed, showing up to places nervous, exhausted, and uncertain of what to do next. Together, we will figure out the root of what’s going on, discover your innate strengths, find your authentic voice, and develop coping skills so you can reconnect with yourself and those you care about.
Because of my family therapy experience couples seek me because I understand the dynamic of males and process fairly.
Check out our website for more details! I became a therapist because of a void that has existed for decades. A void that allowed black and brown people to be left to find sometimes inadequate ways of dealing with real mental health issues. As you search you will find very few people that look like me that are in profession of mental health. This is unfortunate. Although my caseload is hugely diverse, what comforts my clients is I represent what in my field is lacking...a representative from a disenfranchised group of people helping to build up the individual, repairing relationships and making families whole.
Because of my family therapy experience couples seek me because I understand the dynamic of males and process fairly.
Check out our website for more details! I became a therapist because of a void that has existed for decades. A void that allowed black and brown people to be left to find sometimes inadequate ways of dealing with real mental health issues. As you search you will find very few people that look like me that are in profession of mental health. This is unfortunate. Although my caseload is hugely diverse, what comforts my clients is I represent what in my field is lacking...a representative from a disenfranchised group of people helping to build up the individual, repairing relationships and making families whole.
In addition to individual, couples and family therapy, I also provide child custody evaluations, parenting assessments and other court requested evaluations.
People go through hard times but you don't have to do it alone. Times of transition in your life or your loved one's lives can be challenging and can wreak havoc on you, your plans for your life and your family. With years of clinical experience devoted to helping families and individuals during times of change, as well as a slew of personal experience in the same, I am here to help you navigate the rough waters. We can come up with new solutions for you and/or your family. It doesn't have to be so hard!!
In addition to individual, couples and family therapy, I also provide child custody evaluations, parenting assessments and other court requested evaluations.
People go through hard times but you don't have to do it alone. Times of transition in your life or your loved one's lives can be challenging and can wreak havoc on you, your plans for your life and your family. With years of clinical experience devoted to helping families and individuals during times of change, as well as a slew of personal experience in the same, I am here to help you navigate the rough waters. We can come up with new solutions for you and/or your family. It doesn't have to be so hard!!
As we live, we write the stories of our lives. Sometimes the pen gets too heavy. Sometimes we don’t know where to start… or how to continue. And then there’s writer’s block, the faltering of the creative process somewhere in our hearts, our minds, our bodies producing dis-orders and dis-eases. Maybe you have lost a Loved one. Maybe you’re starting a new relationship. Maybe you want a new job. Maybe you just want change. I believe the remedy is in the beliefs/feelings, thoughts, and behaviors fueling the writer’s block or dis-ease, and I am a dis-ease specialist. I am a sex therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) i
As we live, we write the stories of our lives. Sometimes the pen gets too heavy. Sometimes we don’t know where to start… or how to continue. And then there’s writer’s block, the faltering of the creative process somewhere in our hearts, our minds, our bodies producing dis-orders and dis-eases. Maybe you have lost a Loved one. Maybe you’re starting a new relationship. Maybe you want a new job. Maybe you just want change. I believe the remedy is in the beliefs/feelings, thoughts, and behaviors fueling the writer’s block or dis-ease, and I am a dis-ease specialist. I am a sex therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) i
Bernard Godfrey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64136 (Online Only)
I use a research-proven approach that helps clients practice self acceptance and becoming fully present in the moment, so individuals realize their ability to maintain the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Are you struggling with finding a purpose? Is it difficult for you to sustain motivation? Are you finding yourself in a losing battle with substance abuse? Do you struggle with a traumatic experience that is overwhelming you to the point that it's difficult to function daily?
I use a research-proven approach that helps clients practice self acceptance and becoming fully present in the moment, so individuals realize their ability to maintain the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Are you struggling with finding a purpose? Is it difficult for you to sustain motivation? Are you finding yourself in a losing battle with substance abuse? Do you struggle with a traumatic experience that is overwhelming you to the point that it's difficult to function daily?
