Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Lees Summit, MO
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Whether you are facing a new crisis in your life or feeling stuck with old feelings and behaviors, therapy can be a useful tool to help you move on with your life. Utilizing a direct and thoughtful approach, I will help you find coping strategies to deal with the immediate stressor, but also help you identify underlying patterns and issues so you can make long-term and lasting changes. I work with a range of clients from adults to adolescents and help people with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and crisis situations.
Whether you are facing a new crisis in your life or feeling stuck with old feelings and behaviors, therapy can be a useful tool to help you move on with your life. Utilizing a direct and thoughtful approach, I will help you find coping strategies to deal with the immediate stressor, but also help you identify underlying patterns and issues so you can make long-term and lasting changes. I work with a range of clients from adults to adolescents and help people with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and crisis situations.
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Noel Vickery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064
With expertise in anxiety, depression, and trauma, I employ cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and solution-focused brief therapy.
In my practice, I have the privilege of supporting clients who have endured profound loss, sitting with them during their darkest moments with the shared goal of guiding them toward healing. Whether working with teenagers or adults grappling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, or trauma, my approach blends empathy with evidence-based strategies. By fostering a safe space for exploration and growth, I aim to empower individuals in reclaiming their lives from the depths of despair, offering a path forward toward renewed hope and resilience.
With expertise in anxiety, depression, and trauma, I employ cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and solution-focused brief therapy.
In my practice, I have the privilege of supporting clients who have endured profound loss, sitting with them during their darkest moments with the shared goal of guiding them toward healing. Whether working with teenagers or adults grappling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, or trauma, my approach blends empathy with evidence-based strategies. By fostering a safe space for exploration and growth, I aim to empower individuals in reclaiming their lives from the depths of despair, offering a path forward toward renewed hope and resilience.
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the issues or conditions that EMDR has shown a high degree of effectiveness with: sexual/physical abuse, panic attacks ,sleeping issues, post traumatic stress, depression, anxiety/stress, car accident, trauma, childhood abuse, natural disaster, anger/temper, phobias/fears, fire, victim of violence.
I am an EMDRIA trained therapist, who has been in the field for over ten years. I have experience in substance abuse, family issues, co-dependency, addictions, severe anxiety and mental illnesses. I work with clients as young as 3 years old. I don't believe that there is any situation that can't get better, with coping skills and support. I have been a clinician since 2005. My experience in this field is extensive, I have worked with families that were in foster care, telemedicine, inpatient and outpatient substance abuse both adults and adolescents, outpatient mental health therapy,
the issues or conditions that EMDR has shown a high degree of effectiveness with: sexual/physical abuse, panic attacks ,sleeping issues, post traumatic stress, depression, anxiety/stress, car accident, trauma, childhood abuse, natural disaster, anger/temper, phobias/fears, fire, victim of violence.
I am an EMDRIA trained therapist, who has been in the field for over ten years. I have experience in substance abuse, family issues, co-dependency, addictions, severe anxiety and mental illnesses. I work with clients as young as 3 years old. I don't believe that there is any situation that can't get better, with coping skills and support. I have been a clinician since 2005. My experience in this field is extensive, I have worked with families that were in foster care, telemedicine, inpatient and outpatient substance abuse both adults and adolescents, outpatient mental health therapy,
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Rachel Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I use trauma-informed, attachment-based, emotion-focused, client-focused therapy, and I incorporate body awareness, parts work, EMDR and psychosomatic approaches.
Life presents challenges that are difficult to face alone, and trusting someone to hold your thoughts and emotions as sacred takes courage. I consider it an honor to walk with you, side by side, through your journey of transformation, healing and restoration. I seek to connect the body and the brain to dig deeper, at your pace. Creating and being a safe, inviting, warm and connected space is a passion of mine. It is such a privilege to bear witness to people reclaiming themselves and finding freedom from trauma!
I use trauma-informed, attachment-based, emotion-focused, client-focused therapy, and I incorporate body awareness, parts work, EMDR and psychosomatic approaches.
Life presents challenges that are difficult to face alone, and trusting someone to hold your thoughts and emotions as sacred takes courage. I consider it an honor to walk with you, side by side, through your journey of transformation, healing and restoration. I seek to connect the body and the brain to dig deeper, at your pace. Creating and being a safe, inviting, warm and connected space is a passion of mine. It is such a privilege to bear witness to people reclaiming themselves and finding freedom from trauma!
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I understand that we all need a little help sometimes. Whether you’re going through an issue that’s been troubling you for an extended period of time or through situational trauma, I can give you the assistance you need. I want to share my knowledge with you and guide you in your journey. I provide a safe environment for clients to be themselves by utilizing empathy and a warm, caring nature.
I understand that we all need a little help sometimes. Whether you’re going through an issue that’s been troubling you for an extended period of time or through situational trauma, I can give you the assistance you need. I want to share my knowledge with you and guide you in your journey. I provide a safe environment for clients to be themselves by utilizing empathy and a warm, caring nature.
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Michele Deeter Accepting New Clients
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
I enjoy working with older and younger adults of diverse populations and gender identities dealing with anxiety, depression and trauma. I focus on a person-centered approach to guide each unique client to find the proper tools they need to enrich their lives and help each client become more empowered. You can feel better and you can overcome trauma. I can show you how to harness the power of your own psyche to live a happier, healthier life.
I enjoy working with older and younger adults of diverse populations and gender identities dealing with anxiety, depression and trauma. I focus on a person-centered approach to guide each unique client to find the proper tools they need to enrich their lives and help each client become more empowered. You can feel better and you can overcome trauma. I can show you how to harness the power of your own psyche to live a happier, healthier life.
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Lori Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a counselor with experience working alongside individuals wanting to address everyday life concerns to challenging mental health issues. I treat a wide range of concerns including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, motivational challenges, parenting struggles, impulsivity, mood swings and psychosis.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a counselor with experience working alongside individuals wanting to address everyday life concerns to challenging mental health issues. I treat a wide range of concerns including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, motivational challenges, parenting struggles, impulsivity, mood swings and psychosis.
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Radical Empowerment Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64086
At Radical Empowerment Services, we provide a client centered, strengths based, trauma responsive approach to empower clients to live with radical acceptance and grow awareness of self.
The ideal client is everyone as mental wellness is for everyone. Those who seek a radical approach to empowerment in strengthening their ability to develop boundaries, expectations, values, relationships, authenticity, attachment and healing will become closer to the goal of value based living and healing.
At Radical Empowerment Services, we provide a client centered, strengths based, trauma responsive approach to empower clients to live with radical acceptance and grow awareness of self.
The ideal client is everyone as mental wellness is for everyone. Those who seek a radical approach to empowerment in strengthening their ability to develop boundaries, expectations, values, relationships, authenticity, attachment and healing will become closer to the goal of value based living and healing.
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Kimberly J Bell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
The decision to see a counselor may be intimidating or overwhelming. Sometimes we need to seek help outside family and friends. It is not easy to walk through the door and talk to a complete stranger. I want you to know, I have been where you are right now, and I hope you will reach out. I work with individuals who struggle with abandonment/trauma/abuse. I also work with couples who struggle with communication/infidelity/trust/conflict resolution. Investing in yourself and your relationships will be the most important investment of your lifetime.
The decision to see a counselor may be intimidating or overwhelming. Sometimes we need to seek help outside family and friends. It is not easy to walk through the door and talk to a complete stranger. I want you to know, I have been where you are right now, and I hope you will reach out. I work with individuals who struggle with abandonment/trauma/abuse. I also work with couples who struggle with communication/infidelity/trust/conflict resolution. Investing in yourself and your relationships will be the most important investment of your lifetime.
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Jasmine is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and trained EMDR therapist with experience in community mental health and residential treatment centers, providing substance abuse services, crisis intervention services, trauma therapy, and family therapy. Jasmine enjoys working with children and adolescents and has experience in treating anxiety disorder, depression, trauma, and interpersonal relationships. Jasmine is versed in several therapeutic modalities and most often uses a person-centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Jasmine is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and trained EMDR therapist with experience in community mental health and residential treatment centers, providing substance abuse services, crisis intervention services, trauma therapy, and family therapy. Jasmine enjoys working with children and adolescents and has experience in treating anxiety disorder, depression, trauma, and interpersonal relationships. Jasmine is versed in several therapeutic modalities and most often uses a person-centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
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I have experience treating anxiety, depression, OCD and trauma.
Finding a therapist can be hard, especially when you feel like no one really "gets" you. I'm hoping that's where I come in- I am a queer, autistic therapist passionate about working with other LGBTQIA+ and/or neurodivergent people that may struggle to find the right therapist for them, or who have felt unheard or invalidated by other mental health professionals. Currently, I am offering services to individuals age 12 and older, as well as families, couples, and diverse relationships.
I have experience treating anxiety, depression, OCD and trauma.
Finding a therapist can be hard, especially when you feel like no one really "gets" you. I'm hoping that's where I come in- I am a queer, autistic therapist passionate about working with other LGBTQIA+ and/or neurodivergent people that may struggle to find the right therapist for them, or who have felt unheard or invalidated by other mental health professionals. Currently, I am offering services to individuals age 12 and older, as well as families, couples, and diverse relationships.
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Cheryl Mark
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC, NCC, BCN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064
If you have experienced trauma & are struggling to move beyond it, allow me to walk with you to help you find healing & restoration in your journey.
Most people are doing the best they can in life with the skills they have available. When life becomes overwhelming, unbearable, or unfulfilling, counseling can help you find & experience the joy & love you desire - even in the face of adversity. Counseling can be helpful when you are ready to make changes in your life and when you desire someone to journey with you to realize your best self. In our work together, we will collaborate to set goals that you want to achieve. For some, this may be a change in how you are thinking and feeling. For others, you might be ready to work to find deeper healing through processing your trauma.
If you have experienced trauma & are struggling to move beyond it, allow me to walk with you to help you find healing & restoration in your journey.
Most people are doing the best they can in life with the skills they have available. When life becomes overwhelming, unbearable, or unfulfilling, counseling can help you find & experience the joy & love you desire - even in the face of adversity. Counseling can be helpful when you are ready to make changes in your life and when you desire someone to journey with you to realize your best self. In our work together, we will collaborate to set goals that you want to achieve. For some, this may be a change in how you are thinking and feeling. For others, you might be ready to work to find deeper healing through processing your trauma.
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I use EMDR with chronic pain, anxiety, disordered eating, depression, play therapy, PTSD, and body focused repetitive behaviors such as skin picking.
I want to help clients get relief and know that they are not alone. Whether that relief is from anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or from relationship issues, we can work together. You might be surprised at how your strengths start to show! I can give you invaluable information and skills that can positively impact your daily life. I care deeply for my clients and restore hope. Together, we overcome your unique struggles to reveal a new life outlook. With your specific concerns, I can show you relief and ways to not have them continuously interfere in your life.
I use EMDR with chronic pain, anxiety, disordered eating, depression, play therapy, PTSD, and body focused repetitive behaviors such as skin picking.
I want to help clients get relief and know that they are not alone. Whether that relief is from anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or from relationship issues, we can work together. You might be surprised at how your strengths start to show! I can give you invaluable information and skills that can positively impact your daily life. I care deeply for my clients and restore hope. Together, we overcome your unique struggles to reveal a new life outlook. With your specific concerns, I can show you relief and ways to not have them continuously interfere in your life.
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Karanita B Boling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LSCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064
30 years experience working with individuals to overcome childhood trauma, current trauma, grief, and loss.
I'm a Compassionate, Caring, Trauma Informed, Holistic and Client Centered Clinician. Neurodivergent Welcoming! I believe being "Mentally Healthy" means having the energy to live life to the fullest, being content and having serenity to face life's everyday challenges. No one chooses to feel tired, fearful, anxious, sad or depressed. I am certified in Motivational Interviewing, EMDR Basic & advanced skills and training in CBT, DBT, and ACT to help you find the goals to your best life. I accept clients 8yrs old through Geriatric (99+). I have active duty Military and First Responder experience.
30 years experience working with individuals to overcome childhood trauma, current trauma, grief, and loss.
I'm a Compassionate, Caring, Trauma Informed, Holistic and Client Centered Clinician. Neurodivergent Welcoming! I believe being "Mentally Healthy" means having the energy to live life to the fullest, being content and having serenity to face life's everyday challenges. No one chooses to feel tired, fearful, anxious, sad or depressed. I am certified in Motivational Interviewing, EMDR Basic & advanced skills and training in CBT, DBT, and ACT to help you find the goals to your best life. I accept clients 8yrs old through Geriatric (99+). I have active duty Military and First Responder experience.
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Amber Utter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064
Every person has a unique path to walk in life. Sometimes you need someone to walk with you to guide, support, validate and encourage . I would see it as a privilege to walk beside you on your journey. It's difficult to reach out and it takes courage to seek positive change. I'm here to help you navigate life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict and more.
Every person has a unique path to walk in life. Sometimes you need someone to walk with you to guide, support, validate and encourage . I would see it as a privilege to walk beside you on your journey. It's difficult to reach out and it takes courage to seek positive change. I'm here to help you navigate life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict and more.
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Through my training and experience I have worked with individuals dealing with trauma, identity development, life transitions, grief/loss, anxiety, and depression.
I can provide a safe space to talk through your big life transitions and stressful situations. If you are struggling with a rough patch in a relationship or needing to find yourself again, we can work together to reach your goals. Have you experienced trauma and are unsure how to move forward past difficult parts in your life? We can work together to figure out those triggers and move forward healing from those traumatic events. Together, we can find strategies that work best for you in therapy that you can carry with you in everyday life. Whether that be working on building skills or talking through difficult situations.
Through my training and experience I have worked with individuals dealing with trauma, identity development, life transitions, grief/loss, anxiety, and depression.
I can provide a safe space to talk through your big life transitions and stressful situations. If you are struggling with a rough patch in a relationship or needing to find yourself again, we can work together to reach your goals. Have you experienced trauma and are unsure how to move forward past difficult parts in your life? We can work together to figure out those triggers and move forward healing from those traumatic events. Together, we can find strategies that work best for you in therapy that you can carry with you in everyday life. Whether that be working on building skills or talking through difficult situations.
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I work with adults, couples, and families who face challenges related to the stress of modern living as well as traumatic experiences, including complex trauma histories. My clients often come to me with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting, and coping with grief and loss.
I work with adults, couples, and families who face challenges related to the stress of modern living as well as traumatic experiences, including complex trauma histories. My clients often come to me with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting, and coping with grief and loss.
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I specialize in treating trauma by practicing a modality known as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
As a military veteran, I have a passion for the military and first responder communities. I am also passionate about providing clinical Christian counseling to those who have a faith background. I became a counselor as a result of my personal journey with counseling, and it is my desire to use my life experiences to build empathy and connect with my clients in a meaningful way.
I specialize in treating trauma by practicing a modality known as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
As a military veteran, I have a passion for the military and first responder communities. I am also passionate about providing clinical Christian counseling to those who have a faith background. I became a counselor as a result of my personal journey with counseling, and it is my desire to use my life experiences to build empathy and connect with my clients in a meaningful way.
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Ivy Pellerito
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MO, LCPC-KS, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
This includes traditional "talk therapy", EMDR & Energy Psychology to help work through issues of Addiction, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD, Dissociation, Grief, Mood Regulation and Relationships, as well as most other concerns.
I am licensed in MO and KS allowing me to offer telehealth sessions throughout both states and in-person sessions for individuals in the KC metro. Available for immediate day and evening appointments. For over 15 years, I have worked with adults to help create long-term change, healing and transformation, instead of temporary band-aids. This is done by building a relationship of safety and acceptance, identifying the root cause of the problem, and provide the tools and techniques that best fit the circumstance.
This includes traditional "talk therapy", EMDR & Energy Psychology to help work through issues of Addiction, Self Esteem, Trauma and PTSD, Dissociation, Grief, Mood Regulation and Relationships, as well as most other concerns.
I am licensed in MO and KS allowing me to offer telehealth sessions throughout both states and in-person sessions for individuals in the KC metro. Available for immediate day and evening appointments. For over 15 years, I have worked with adults to help create long-term change, healing and transformation, instead of temporary band-aids. This is done by building a relationship of safety and acceptance, identifying the root cause of the problem, and provide the tools and techniques that best fit the circumstance.
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Sophia Palmerin - Accepting New Clients!
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Happy you are here! I am a dedicated therapist specializing in trauma therapy for teens and adults up to age 65. With a passion for guiding individuals through their healing journeys, I utilize an eclectic approach, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My approach is direct and straightforward—I believe in addressing issues head-on rather than sugar-coating. I create a supportive environment where vulnerability and accountability are key components of the healing process.
Happy you are here! I am a dedicated therapist specializing in trauma therapy for teens and adults up to age 65. With a passion for guiding individuals through their healing journeys, I utilize an eclectic approach, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). My approach is direct and straightforward—I believe in addressing issues head-on rather than sugar-coating. I create a supportive environment where vulnerability and accountability are key components of the healing process.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.