Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Kansas City, MO
![Photo of Sabra Sherrow, MA, PLPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6a1ee834-c409-40ce-a49b-a38bf5615d12/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sabra Sherrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PLPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64102
I am honored to work with individuals and couples experiencing challenges resulting from trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties.
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.
I am honored to work with individuals and couples experiencing challenges resulting from trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties.
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.
![Photo of Kimberly Levitan, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54bc503a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kimberly Levitan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
Are you a parent that is feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do your child's emotional or behavioral problems dominate your day? If your child or family is facing challenges, I'm here to help! I see children ages 4-16 presenting a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, depression, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, and more.
Are you a parent that is feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Do your child's emotional or behavioral problems dominate your day? If your child or family is facing challenges, I'm here to help! I see children ages 4-16 presenting a variety of issues including anxiety, behavior problems, depression, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, and more.
![Photo of Whitney Davison, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2f2f4cdb-43ca-4da0-bc79-6223591bdeaa/1/320x400.jpeg)
Whitney Davison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64131
Intense anxiety, trauma and PTSD, complex trauma, and dissociative disorders can trap us inside ourselves, leaving us isolated and alone.
I am a specialist who works with adults and teens ages 14+ on intense anxiety, trauma and complex trauma, dissociation, and personality disorders. My clients come in saying they feel numb and irritable or outright angry at the world. They feel like they are in constant fight or flight mode and teetering on collapse. They want to be able to authentically connect with others and to feel peace and contentment, but are not sure how. Most importantly, my clients want to solve their problems, stop repetitive patterns, and move on with with their lives.
Intense anxiety, trauma and PTSD, complex trauma, and dissociative disorders can trap us inside ourselves, leaving us isolated and alone.
I am a specialist who works with adults and teens ages 14+ on intense anxiety, trauma and complex trauma, dissociation, and personality disorders. My clients come in saying they feel numb and irritable or outright angry at the world. They feel like they are in constant fight or flight mode and teetering on collapse. They want to be able to authentically connect with others and to feel peace and contentment, but are not sure how. Most importantly, my clients want to solve their problems, stop repetitive patterns, and move on with with their lives.
![Photo of Megan L Bartlow, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8ba53ef2-c0b7-47da-9874-10f15ca62581/4/320x400.jpeg)
I am trained in EMDR and other trauma modalities to provide you with effective tools and resources towards your healing journey.
It can be overwhelmingly scary to know where to begin in your healing journey. Wounds can build upon one another until it all feels like a tangled mess. Childhood and family wounds can dictate the lens in which you see the world. Looking through that lens can be complex and difficult to navigate alone. Whether the symptoms you are experiencing are affecting your current circumstances, creating self-worth issues or relationship difficulties, I love to meet you where you are at, and help you develop goals that lead to a fulfilling life.
I am trained in EMDR and other trauma modalities to provide you with effective tools and resources towards your healing journey.
It can be overwhelmingly scary to know where to begin in your healing journey. Wounds can build upon one another until it all feels like a tangled mess. Childhood and family wounds can dictate the lens in which you see the world. Looking through that lens can be complex and difficult to navigate alone. Whether the symptoms you are experiencing are affecting your current circumstances, creating self-worth issues or relationship difficulties, I love to meet you where you are at, and help you develop goals that lead to a fulfilling life.
![Photo of Leah Kb Krieger, CST, LPC, MA, MBA, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/29395f63-b740-4674-a0a6-8ab78d239b3c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Leah Kb Krieger
Licensed Professional Counselor, CST, LPC, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64116
Specializing in empowerment, trauma, anxiety, relationships, intimacy, sex, and perinatal mental health. My clients are seeking more in life. Their internal compass has led them to seek counseling services, and I am an honored and humbled passenger on their therapy journey.
Specializing in empowerment, trauma, anxiety, relationships, intimacy, sex, and perinatal mental health. My clients are seeking more in life. Their internal compass has led them to seek counseling services, and I am an honored and humbled passenger on their therapy journey.
![Photo of Bailey Wilkinson Stephens, PLPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fcbdcccf-294c-4e6d-b9ce-0eebf8a55335/1/320x400.jpeg)
I appreciate you being here. I feel confident treating Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, Depression, Relational Issues, and people experiencing grief and loss. I am passionate about working with adolescents (13 and up) and adults navigating life's complexities. I use a collaborative and holistic approach to help you to create change and promote healing.
I appreciate you being here. I feel confident treating Anxiety Disorders, PTSD, Depression, Relational Issues, and people experiencing grief and loss. I am passionate about working with adolescents (13 and up) and adults navigating life's complexities. I use a collaborative and holistic approach to help you to create change and promote healing.
![Photo of Clarisha Blaylock, MS, LPC, LCPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30f15e79-0614-435b-9b47-5e87c889f101/3/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Mara Colbert, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/48345a7e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Mara Colbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
I am a counselor and yoga teacher specializing in mindfulness-based interventions for healing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I began my counseling career with a background of nearly 20 years teaching yoga, meditation, and mindfulness to groups and individuals. I integrate the tools and techniques of yoga practice and theory with more traditional cognitive-behavioral therapy, DBT, and EMDR, in order to treat people holistically - physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
I am a counselor and yoga teacher specializing in mindfulness-based interventions for healing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I began my counseling career with a background of nearly 20 years teaching yoga, meditation, and mindfulness to groups and individuals. I integrate the tools and techniques of yoga practice and theory with more traditional cognitive-behavioral therapy, DBT, and EMDR, in order to treat people holistically - physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
![Photo of Londonne Ayers, MA, LPC, LCPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5a3bb440-335b-4510-b70a-c7e9252e2e55/2/320x400.jpeg)
Londonne Ayers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
Trauma affects our brains in ways that can make us feel stuck in constant survival mode. It can be exhausting. I offer strategies to help clients process their experiences, cope more effectively, and move forward with their lives. You can find relief! And you don’t have to do it alone. Your needs are unique to your story, so your treatment should be unique as well. Whether the root of the issue is behavioral, emotional, traumatic, or complicated, I aim to help my clients make this discovery for themselves and collaborate in therapy, so it best fits their needs and values.
Trauma affects our brains in ways that can make us feel stuck in constant survival mode. It can be exhausting. I offer strategies to help clients process their experiences, cope more effectively, and move forward with their lives. You can find relief! And you don’t have to do it alone. Your needs are unique to your story, so your treatment should be unique as well. Whether the root of the issue is behavioral, emotional, traumatic, or complicated, I aim to help my clients make this discovery for themselves and collaborate in therapy, so it best fits their needs and values.
![Photo of Elizabeth Farrah, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/016bac09-0322-4217-b6f7-90b05dda736c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Elizabeth Farrah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64108 (Online Only)
I have had invaluable experiences working with adults and teens using EMDR and talk therapy based in CBT, mindfulness, person-centered treatment, and trauma-informed care.
To anyone who may be struggling but are willing to give therapy a chance: I'm glad you're here. I'm glad you're here taking strides towards helping yourself find peace, pursue growth, and gain support while working through challenges life may have thrown at you. Every person deserves to feel whole, safe, and heard while they are on their journey. In both my professional and personal experience, therapy is a profound process that can help guide people to find these things within themselves.
I have had invaluable experiences working with adults and teens using EMDR and talk therapy based in CBT, mindfulness, person-centered treatment, and trauma-informed care.
To anyone who may be struggling but are willing to give therapy a chance: I'm glad you're here. I'm glad you're here taking strides towards helping yourself find peace, pursue growth, and gain support while working through challenges life may have thrown at you. Every person deserves to feel whole, safe, and heard while they are on their journey. In both my professional and personal experience, therapy is a profound process that can help guide people to find these things within themselves.
![Photo of Krista Bolin, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8d1237fc-e4fd-4c57-9a03-a7f0aa64593f/1/320x400.png)
Krista Bolin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64111 (Online Only)
Krista Bolin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing for 6 years in the state of Missouri, including both community based and clinical work to assist primarily adults in overcoming depression, anxiety, and trauma as well as mood and substance abuse disorders. Krista graduated from the University of Missouri - Kansas City with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and Master’s in Social Work with focused studies in Dual Diagnosis, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Krista Bolin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing for 6 years in the state of Missouri, including both community based and clinical work to assist primarily adults in overcoming depression, anxiety, and trauma as well as mood and substance abuse disorders. Krista graduated from the University of Missouri - Kansas City with an undergraduate degree in Psychology and Master’s in Social Work with focused studies in Dual Diagnosis, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
15 Second Videos
Brenton Guice
Alexandra Ross
Abhishek Dutt
Amy Robertson
Grace Stegall
Nicholas Higgins
Craig Mcandrew
Whitney Davison
Leah Kb Krieger
Londonne Ayers
Nicholas JORDAN
Morgan Brueseke
Lily Siebert
Kara Joy Werner
Holly L. Ramaeker
Nichole Price
Connected Counseling
Isabella Tambone
Caleb M Stephens
Jamie Loor
Bridge Cunningham
Adult Child - Complex Trauma And Attachment Recovery - Crystle Lampitt
L. Charlie Janski-Ogunfidodo
Xinli Fan
Isabella N. Aguirre
Brooke Seiz
Roian.Therapy, LLC
Kaitlyn McLaughlin
Michael Mason
Laura Bonk
Nadirah Habeebullah
Rebecca Ray
Traci Smith
MY-E LLC
Jacqueline Keitel
Ekaterini Angelis
Empowered Movement
Kaitlyn Lickteig
Joelleen Lowe
Abby Lindsay
Jami B Hamilton-Ansley
Kimberly Wallace-Young
Mary Kate Short
Luke Partain
Kenneth G Burke
Justin Grotheer
Chuck Whittington
Olufemi (Femi) Sharp
Vanessa Wray Knight
Jessica Liddell
![Photo of Alex McEntire, MA, LPC-S, LCPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e15629a7-a413-484b-86fc-5aef1e578b51/1/320x400.jpeg)
Alex McEntire
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64108
My ideal client grapples with anxiety, trauma, or addictions. They span across all age groups, from adolescents to the elderly. At the core of their struggle is a fervent desire for serenity and self-acceptance. Their ultimate goal isn't just to find relief but to also embrace transformative change. They're actively seeking not just a momentary reprieve but a sustained peace, and with the right guidance, they aspire to cultivate a life of calm and understanding.
My ideal client grapples with anxiety, trauma, or addictions. They span across all age groups, from adolescents to the elderly. At the core of their struggle is a fervent desire for serenity and self-acceptance. Their ultimate goal isn't just to find relief but to also embrace transformative change. They're actively seeking not just a momentary reprieve but a sustained peace, and with the right guidance, they aspire to cultivate a life of calm and understanding.
![Photo of John Richard Decarlis, LSCSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d95a28e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
John Richard Decarlis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64145
I am a retired military officer, with extensive training and experience dealing with trauma, and PTSD, and their impact on relationships, careers, and quality of life.
In my experience, a person who seeks therapy wants solutions that work. The fact that you are considering therapy is proof that you have more strength, and solutions, than you may be aware of today. Therapy is not about eliminating the inevitable problems in life but, rather, learning how to cope effectively and grow when they occur. Therapy is essentially a college course where you're the only subject. An effective therapeutic alliance can help people build the life that they want and deserve. My style is direct and active. I rely on honesty to guide our work together.
I am a retired military officer, with extensive training and experience dealing with trauma, and PTSD, and their impact on relationships, careers, and quality of life.
In my experience, a person who seeks therapy wants solutions that work. The fact that you are considering therapy is proof that you have more strength, and solutions, than you may be aware of today. Therapy is not about eliminating the inevitable problems in life but, rather, learning how to cope effectively and grow when they occur. Therapy is essentially a college course where you're the only subject. An effective therapeutic alliance can help people build the life that they want and deserve. My style is direct and active. I rely on honesty to guide our work together.
![Photo of Nicholas JORDAN, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/db066a74-29cd-41ff-8a0c-dee5e5a1c2ee/1/320x400.jpeg)
Nicholas JORDAN
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64110
My areas of expertise are trauma and ptsd, chronic illness and physical disabilities, chronic pain, stress, substance use or addiction, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar, etc.). I am a secular therapist and provide telehealth services throughout Missouri and in person services in Kansas City, MO. Additionally, I have experience in working on burnout, existential, identity, and career concerns. I also have extensive experience working with other helping or health professionals including other therapists, nurses, social workers, among a variety of other clinicians.
My areas of expertise are trauma and ptsd, chronic illness and physical disabilities, chronic pain, stress, substance use or addiction, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar, etc.). I am a secular therapist and provide telehealth services throughout Missouri and in person services in Kansas City, MO. Additionally, I have experience in working on burnout, existential, identity, and career concerns. I also have extensive experience working with other helping or health professionals including other therapists, nurses, social workers, among a variety of other clinicians.
![Photo of Liz Nasseri, MS, LPC, LCPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/586bca75-d441-4c28-b9c9-9a45833e8633/2/320x400.jpeg)
Liz Nasseri
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64108
The reality is—sh!t happens. We all face difficult experiences throughout our lives. For those whose difficulties begin in childhood, it can carry into adulthood, impacting our relationships with ourselves and with our loved ones. Yet, I believe we are all people in progress, and when sh!t happens, shift can too. Because of this, I have intentionally built my practice around the treatment of anxiety, depression, and relationship distress derived from familial trauma and relational wounds.
The reality is—sh!t happens. We all face difficult experiences throughout our lives. For those whose difficulties begin in childhood, it can carry into adulthood, impacting our relationships with ourselves and with our loved ones. Yet, I believe we are all people in progress, and when sh!t happens, shift can too. Because of this, I have intentionally built my practice around the treatment of anxiety, depression, and relationship distress derived from familial trauma and relational wounds.
![Photo of Pam D Thorp - Pam Thorp, LSCSW, LCSW, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fb163ffe-daaa-4109-a832-cbebe57374d1/4/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Professional with 20+ years working with children, adolescents, and adults who have suffered some type of trauma in their lives. I work with sexual, physical, and emotional abuse as well as other circumstances such as school violence, medical procedures, and any traumatic event affecting the day to day life experiences.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Professional with 20+ years working with children, adolescents, and adults who have suffered some type of trauma in their lives. I work with sexual, physical, and emotional abuse as well as other circumstances such as school violence, medical procedures, and any traumatic event affecting the day to day life experiences.
![Photo of Amanda Martinez - AM Behavioral Health, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aebc9538-f5bd-4505-9e02-aaca6d537f77/3/320x400.jpeg)
AM Behavioral Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64131
Many people experience trauma or other hardships that interfere with their life. Depression and anxiety can make it difficult to function. Extreme emotions can be overwhelming and distracting. I incorporate multiple science based approaches in therapy to make sure that individuals both have the skills to function, and can live their life to their full potential. I am experienced in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), which is an excellent tool for dealing with unresolved trauma. I will work with you to find the the best tools that will encourage healing and foster growth.
Many people experience trauma or other hardships that interfere with their life. Depression and anxiety can make it difficult to function. Extreme emotions can be overwhelming and distracting. I incorporate multiple science based approaches in therapy to make sure that individuals both have the skills to function, and can live their life to their full potential. I am experienced in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), which is an excellent tool for dealing with unresolved trauma. I will work with you to find the the best tools that will encourage healing and foster growth.
![Photo of Morgan Brueseke, MEd, PLPC, NCC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/23af1157-9fe8-450f-a919-c8d499732c32/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life is unpredictable, it's messy. Life is about learning and growing, and with the right skills we can learn to tackle those big obstacles that are thrown our way. It's important for to have someone to lean on, talk to, walk alongside us as we grow through personal struggles, and that is how I view the therapeutic relationship. Primarily, I work with clients 17+ who struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, personality disorders, and overall life stressors.
Life is unpredictable, it's messy. Life is about learning and growing, and with the right skills we can learn to tackle those big obstacles that are thrown our way. It's important for to have someone to lean on, talk to, walk alongside us as we grow through personal struggles, and that is how I view the therapeutic relationship. Primarily, I work with clients 17+ who struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, personality disorders, and overall life stressors.
![Photo of Alex Ratzlaff, PLPC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ea3f23cb-7073-4e30-9517-0b4096e94eb5/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a therapist, my goal is to help guide clients through the uncomfortable and often painful process of making life changes and better understanding themselves. Many of my clients struggle with trauma and unhealthy coping patterns that has kept them stuck in a cycle. I am here to help clients navigate through difficult feelings, relationships, and/or experiences and develop ways to live a healthier, happier lifestyle. Also, as an athlete and a coach, I have unique insight working with athletes of all ages and levels. Unlocking the mental side of the sport and making it work for you can help you achieve your next level.
As a therapist, my goal is to help guide clients through the uncomfortable and often painful process of making life changes and better understanding themselves. Many of my clients struggle with trauma and unhealthy coping patterns that has kept them stuck in a cycle. I am here to help clients navigate through difficult feelings, relationships, and/or experiences and develop ways to live a healthier, happier lifestyle. Also, as an athlete and a coach, I have unique insight working with athletes of all ages and levels. Unlocking the mental side of the sport and making it work for you can help you achieve your next level.
![Photo of Lily Siebert, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4815f02b-a5ec-4b20-91b0-ecd9777b343a/3/320x400.jpeg)
Lily Siebert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64112
If you are a human person looking to improve and understand your experiences with living, I am here to help. Whether this is your first experience with counseling or you are well-seasoned in the ways of talk therapy, I'm glad you are exploring the idea. Counseling can and will help work through things like depression, anxiety, trauma, body image issues, relationship concerns, general dissatisfaction with life, and numerous other bumps in the road.
If you are a human person looking to improve and understand your experiences with living, I am here to help. Whether this is your first experience with counseling or you are well-seasoned in the ways of talk therapy, I'm glad you are exploring the idea. Counseling can and will help work through things like depression, anxiety, trauma, body image issues, relationship concerns, general dissatisfaction with life, and numerous other bumps in the road.
See more therapy options for Kansas City
Nearby Trauma and PTSD Therapists Searches for Kansas City
- Belton
- Blue Springs
- Gladstone
- Grain Valley
- Grandview
- Independence
- Lees Summit
- Liberty
- North Kansas City
- Parkville
- Platte Woods
- Raytown