Female Therapists in Kansas City, MO

Julie Gibson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64119
Are you having struggles with your job or relationships? Are you feeling worried or down? I can help you to find the solutions you seek. I encourage clients to bring their pets if they wish (primarily dogs, cats tend to freak out!) My goal is to help you to feel comfortable and relaxed. I am trained in hypnosis and EMDR. I have a very non-critical, supportive style. My hours are very flexible, so they work with any schedule. Give me a call or email me and we can get started making all your problems disappear!
Are you having struggles with your job or relationships? Are you feeling worried or down? I can help you to find the solutions you seek. I encourage clients to bring their pets if they wish (primarily dogs, cats tend to freak out!) My goal is to help you to feel comfortable and relaxed. I am trained in hypnosis and EMDR. I have a very non-critical, supportive style. My hours are very flexible, so they work with any schedule. Give me a call or email me and we can get started making all your problems disappear!
(816) 607-3587 View (816) 607-3587
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Aryana Abbas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64108
Waitlist for new clients
I'm who you want to see when you're tired of feeling anxious or depressed. Are you tired of dealing with childhood trauma? Does your relationship feel like work instead of play? I know finding a therapist is HARD - let alone trying to find one when you're not feeling your best. You're not alone. I get what it's like to feel alone and even stuck. I don’t want you to feel like that anymore. It's time to let go of the anxiety, sadness, frustration, loneliness, and shame. NONE of this is your fault. Life is hard. That’s why I’m here to help. Let's figure it out!
I'm who you want to see when you're tired of feeling anxious or depressed. Are you tired of dealing with childhood trauma? Does your relationship feel like work instead of play? I know finding a therapist is HARD - let alone trying to find one when you're not feeling your best. You're not alone. I get what it's like to feel alone and even stuck. I don’t want you to feel like that anymore. It's time to let go of the anxiety, sadness, frustration, loneliness, and shame. NONE of this is your fault. Life is hard. That’s why I’m here to help. Let's figure it out!
(816) 675-5606 View (816) 675-5606
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Convergence Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64133
I am a native of Kansas City, MO, born into a big family, raised by a school teacher and a pastor. I am licensed in Missouri and Kansas, and have worked as a medical social worker for the past 11 years. I offer a safe zone for exploring life’s challenges and will collaborate with you to develop tools for managing during difficult times. I can help you to break barriers, end generational cycles, and cope with illness.
I am a native of Kansas City, MO, born into a big family, raised by a school teacher and a pastor. I am licensed in Missouri and Kansas, and have worked as a medical social worker for the past 11 years. I offer a safe zone for exploring life’s challenges and will collaborate with you to develop tools for managing during difficult times. I can help you to break barriers, end generational cycles, and cope with illness.
(816) 209-1960 View (816) 209-1960
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Elizabeth Laughlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64108
As we set sail on the journey of life, you may encounter some confusing and traumatic moments. Throughout the journey, you may experience calm and smooth sailing or you may come across harsh and fierce storms. I am here to guide you through the "storm" with family systemic therapy, a symbolic-experiential approach, and EMDR therapy. Throughout our therapy journey, we will build a therapeutic relationship based on authenticity, trust, and humor, when appropriate. Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, boundaries, relationship dynamics, or grief, I am here to sail with you through your journey.
As we set sail on the journey of life, you may encounter some confusing and traumatic moments. Throughout the journey, you may experience calm and smooth sailing or you may come across harsh and fierce storms. I am here to guide you through the "storm" with family systemic therapy, a symbolic-experiential approach, and EMDR therapy. Throughout our therapy journey, we will build a therapeutic relationship based on authenticity, trust, and humor, when appropriate. Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, boundaries, relationship dynamics, or grief, I am here to sail with you through your journey.
(816) 239-2263 x100 View (816) 239-2263 x100
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Kathleen McCarther
Marriage & Family Therapist, MPA, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64114
When you feel that nothing else can be different, days seem unchanging, and any change is impossible, you want to be better, feel better, and do better. Still, the triggers in your life appear often and guide you to negative relationships, and you try to slog through with the hope that things may be better. "Mental health is health." I will help you find your way through to the other side.
When you feel that nothing else can be different, days seem unchanging, and any change is impossible, you want to be better, feel better, and do better. Still, the triggers in your life appear often and guide you to negative relationships, and you try to slog through with the hope that things may be better. "Mental health is health." I will help you find your way through to the other side.
(816) 327-6793 View (816) 327-6793
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Emily Foltz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64114
I am a gender affirming and queer affirming therapist, and I am happy to provide an open and inclusive space for everyone. I work with folks from a variety of backgrounds and who are addressing different kinds of problems in their lives. I am proud to help folks coping with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, and seeking self-growth. I also find great joy helping people exploring their sexual identities, and support folks through the transition process, including dealing with life and social changes you might encounter as your self perceptions and others' perception of you changes.
I am a gender affirming and queer affirming therapist, and I am happy to provide an open and inclusive space for everyone. I work with folks from a variety of backgrounds and who are addressing different kinds of problems in their lives. I am proud to help folks coping with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, and seeking self-growth. I also find great joy helping people exploring their sexual identities, and support folks through the transition process, including dealing with life and social changes you might encounter as your self perceptions and others' perception of you changes.
(816) 256-4724 View (816) 256-4724
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Lynn B Barnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
(913) 826-6680 View (913) 826-6680
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Jennifer Schollars
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64131
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) currently accepting clients for individual and couples therapy. I strongly believe in the human capacity for growth and healing. Utilizing a warm, collaborative approach, I strive to provide a welcoming and supportive space for you to explore past experiences, address current stressors, and work toward goals for your future.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) currently accepting clients for individual and couples therapy. I strongly believe in the human capacity for growth and healing. Utilizing a warm, collaborative approach, I strive to provide a welcoming and supportive space for you to explore past experiences, address current stressors, and work toward goals for your future.
(816) 675-4805 View (816) 675-4805
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Rachel Simeone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT-S, MA, EdS
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64110
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and K-12 Certified School Counselor. I have over 20 years of experience working with children and families in non-profit and school settings.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and K-12 Certified School Counselor. I have over 20 years of experience working with children and families in non-profit and school settings.
(816) 290-7058 View (816) 290-7058
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Clarisha Blaylock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64114  (Online Only)
My mission as a clinician is to provide trauma sensitive compassionate care that allows you to have agency in treatment as well as in your life.
My mission as a clinician is to provide trauma sensitive compassionate care that allows you to have agency in treatment as well as in your life.
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Darbi Keene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
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.
(816) 312-5962 View (816) 312-5962
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Baylen Stroh
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64106
She works with teenagers and young adults to work through anxiety, depression, self-esteem, attachment styles, as well as building a healthy relationship with oneself and others.
She works with teenagers and young adults to work through anxiety, depression, self-esteem, attachment styles, as well as building a healthy relationship with oneself and others.
(816) 451-7027 View (816) 451-7027
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Tanner Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
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.
(913) 393-9732 View (913) 393-9732
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Kate O'Keefe
Pre-Licensed Professional, S-MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64105
If you're experiencing uncertainty in life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, and/or loneliness, it is important to walk into a new therapy space and feel welcomed and at ease. I value a space where every person feels supported, respected, and hopeful about the process of healing and growth. I work with clients of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Everyone deserves compassionate care, and I strive to honor and respect each person’s unique journey. If you're needing a therapist who uses a variety of reflective techniques to help you develop self-awareness and learn to trust your inner strength, let's chat!
If you're experiencing uncertainty in life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, and/or loneliness, it is important to walk into a new therapy space and feel welcomed and at ease. I value a space where every person feels supported, respected, and hopeful about the process of healing and growth. I work with clients of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Everyone deserves compassionate care, and I strive to honor and respect each person’s unique journey. If you're needing a therapist who uses a variety of reflective techniques to help you develop self-awareness and learn to trust your inner strength, let's chat!
(816) 306-3007 View (816) 306-3007
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Sabra Sherrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64102
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or carrying the weight of abuse and trama through life. Issues like these weigh you down as you continue to fulfill your roles at work, at home, and in your relationships. These struggles may be new to you, or you may have carried them alone for years. Perhaps you've even reached out for help but not yet found the right fit, yet you long to break through these challenges and feel like yourself again.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or carrying the weight of abuse and trama through life. Issues like these weigh you down as you continue to fulfill your roles at work, at home, and in your relationships. These struggles may be new to you, or you may have carried them alone for years. Perhaps you've even reached out for help but not yet found the right fit, yet you long to break through these challenges and feel like yourself again.
(816) 253-8086 View (816) 253-8086
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Katrina Stoddard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
I am Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) in the states of Kansas and Missouri. In addition to being in private practice, I teach a graduate course at the University of Kansas as well as provide guidance and therapy skills to graduate level students at Friends University. I specialize in couples therapy and maternal mental health. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), which I use with my in my trauma work.
I am Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) in the states of Kansas and Missouri. In addition to being in private practice, I teach a graduate course at the University of Kansas as well as provide guidance and therapy skills to graduate level students at Friends University. I specialize in couples therapy and maternal mental health. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), which I use with my in my trauma work.
(816) 656-3947 View (816) 656-3947
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Laura Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, RBT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64114
Waitlist for new clients
Do you wish there was someone out there that understood you? Do you feel separate from others, different somehow and struggle to find someone to relate to? Possibly you feel inauthentic in your relationships with others or in the roles that you find yourself in. Human connection is something that we all need and strive for and yet is difficult to obtain at times especially with our fast-paced, individual-centric lives. The therapeutic relationship can provide a safe space to explore identities, challenge obstacles to connection and learn to overcome our difficulties in new and exciting ways.
Do you wish there was someone out there that understood you? Do you feel separate from others, different somehow and struggle to find someone to relate to? Possibly you feel inauthentic in your relationships with others or in the roles that you find yourself in. Human connection is something that we all need and strive for and yet is difficult to obtain at times especially with our fast-paced, individual-centric lives. The therapeutic relationship can provide a safe space to explore identities, challenge obstacles to connection and learn to overcome our difficulties in new and exciting ways.
(816) 934-5212 View (816) 934-5212
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Donna K Burgess
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
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.
(816) 607-3869 View (816) 607-3869
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Kristen Edmisten- Open Availability For New Clients
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64109
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.
(816) 406-3398 View (816) 406-3398
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Peggy K Chilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
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.
(816) 323-5317 View (816) 323-5317
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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.