Therapists in Lees Summit, MO
I offer counseling services for all ages. Whether you're suffering from depression and anxiety or you've experienced something traumatic, I can help. I can help because I've been there myself. We all experience unwanted circumstances, emotions, and addictions that are difficult to handle alone. What has been harmed in relationship with others must be healed with relationship. That's where I come in. I will come alongside you or your child and help you where you're at. I will help you gain insight and provide you with the skills to help you with your problem.
I offer counseling services for all ages. Whether you're suffering from depression and anxiety or you've experienced something traumatic, I can help. I can help because I've been there myself. We all experience unwanted circumstances, emotions, and addictions that are difficult to handle alone. What has been harmed in relationship with others must be healed with relationship. That's where I come in. I will come alongside you or your child and help you where you're at. I will help you gain insight and provide you with the skills to help you with your problem.
Here we are. On this planet. Trying the best we can to figure things out. But it can be hard when you feel isolated and lost. Or maybe you've attempted to find a solution with your partner and/or family, but it's not getting you very far. You're stuck, and the pattern needs to change. This is where a therapist can offer some help. My job is to provide a neutral, third-party perspective on your mental health and relationships. We analyze what works, what doesn’t, and consider some new tools when appropriate. We'll also study the intricate social web that influences your functioning. It'd be an honor to be a part of the team.
Here we are. On this planet. Trying the best we can to figure things out. But it can be hard when you feel isolated and lost. Or maybe you've attempted to find a solution with your partner and/or family, but it's not getting you very far. You're stuck, and the pattern needs to change. This is where a therapist can offer some help. My job is to provide a neutral, third-party perspective on your mental health and relationships. We analyze what works, what doesn’t, and consider some new tools when appropriate. We'll also study the intricate social web that influences your functioning. It'd be an honor to be a part of the team.
Angela Stevens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS Psy, LMFT, CCTP-II, Trauma
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64086 (Online Only)
Angela is a Christian Psychotherapist Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II). Highly trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). Her passion is centered on relationships, and helping families move forward in a healthy, productive way with a solution-focus. Angela's goal is to help clients explore the complex dramas that occur during and after their relationship to help them identify and transform negative processes and interaction patterns that are preventing progress, whatever the desired direction.
Angela is a Christian Psychotherapist Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II). Highly trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). Her passion is centered on relationships, and helping families move forward in a healthy, productive way with a solution-focus. Angela's goal is to help clients explore the complex dramas that occur during and after their relationship to help them identify and transform negative processes and interaction patterns that are preventing progress, whatever the desired direction.
Diana Hughes Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064
With each stage in life, we are faced with new challenges. Sometimes new challenges may be too difficult to deal with alone and other times, we carry old problems with us. In order to live a happier, healthier life, we need to address those problems head on. With years of experience as a high school teacher and now as a counselor, I have experience working with adolescent problems, divorce or separation, foster and adoption, loss, cultural challenges, and coping skills. I have worked with clients that only speak Spanish and am accepting of all sexual orientations. My goal is to provide a safe, judgement-free space for you.
With each stage in life, we are faced with new challenges. Sometimes new challenges may be too difficult to deal with alone and other times, we carry old problems with us. In order to live a happier, healthier life, we need to address those problems head on. With years of experience as a high school teacher and now as a counselor, I have experience working with adolescent problems, divorce or separation, foster and adoption, loss, cultural challenges, and coping skills. I have worked with clients that only speak Spanish and am accepting of all sexual orientations. My goal is to provide a safe, judgement-free space for you.
Clear Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64064 (Online Only)
Kenya Hicks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is a graduate of the University of Missouri Kansas City with a Master’s Degree in Social Worker. Mrs. Hicks has experience in treating childhood trauma. She has over 15 years’ experience working with children, families and individuals as a Trauma Clinician. She provides early intervention or crisis management services to help stabilize individuals and families in need.
Kenya Hicks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is a graduate of the University of Missouri Kansas City with a Master’s Degree in Social Worker. Mrs. Hicks has experience in treating childhood trauma. She has over 15 years’ experience working with children, families and individuals as a Trauma Clinician. She provides early intervention or crisis management services to help stabilize individuals and families in need.
ReNu Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CRADC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64063 (Online Only)
Welcome and thank you for considering me as a partner in working through your journey to recovery and well-being. I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of addictions, depression and anxiety. With a deep understanding of mental and emotional well-being, I use a strength based approaches to helping individuals overcome known and unexpected challenges effecting their wellness, sense of belonging and emotional safety.
Welcome and thank you for considering me as a partner in working through your journey to recovery and well-being. I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of addictions, depression and anxiety. With a deep understanding of mental and emotional well-being, I use a strength based approaches to helping individuals overcome known and unexpected challenges effecting their wellness, sense of belonging and emotional safety.
Rachel N. Murdock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Trauma and anxiety can lead to a sense of fragmentation, exhaustion, and detachment from our true selves. This may affect mental and physical health, relationships, and career, causing frustration. Everyday situations might evoke discomfort, and recalling a time when things felt different feels nearly impossible. If you're feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and suffering in silence, it's time for a change. If you're ready to pursue happiness, well-being, and face the future with hope, I'm here to support you on your healing journey. Reach out, and let's start this process together.
Trauma and anxiety can lead to a sense of fragmentation, exhaustion, and detachment from our true selves. This may affect mental and physical health, relationships, and career, causing frustration. Everyday situations might evoke discomfort, and recalling a time when things felt different feels nearly impossible. If you're feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and suffering in silence, it's time for a change. If you're ready to pursue happiness, well-being, and face the future with hope, I'm here to support you on your healing journey. Reach out, and let's start this process together.
Jennifer Dunsdon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064
I opened Dunsdon Counseling, LLC in 2022 to offer mental health services in Independence, MO and the surrounding area. I graduated from UMKC in 2012 with my Master’s Degree in Social Work. I have been practicing as a therapist for more than 7 years. I work with preteens, teenagers, parents and individuals. I use an individualized, holistic approach, focusing treatment on the need of each client. I believe in the worth of all persons and value each person's unique life experience.
I opened Dunsdon Counseling, LLC in 2022 to offer mental health services in Independence, MO and the surrounding area. I graduated from UMKC in 2012 with my Master’s Degree in Social Work. I have been practicing as a therapist for more than 7 years. I work with preteens, teenagers, parents and individuals. I use an individualized, holistic approach, focusing treatment on the need of each client. I believe in the worth of all persons and value each person's unique life experience.
Melvin Baum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64082 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Mel Baum LPC, a therapist in Kansas City for 23 years. I look forward to meeting you and working together to help you find your way to healing and wholeness. Each person is unique I believe in working together in the way that results in the most comfortable experience and best outcome for you situation.
Hello, I am Mel Baum LPC, a therapist in Kansas City for 23 years. I look forward to meeting you and working together to help you find your way to healing and wholeness. Each person is unique I believe in working together in the way that results in the most comfortable experience and best outcome for you situation.
Sarah Robertson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, CADC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64081 (Online Only)
My practice specializes in clients struggling with addiction. Clients who choose to work with me will find that I understand your fight, am nonjudgmental and solution focused. Whatever your goal, I can help. During your sessions, focus will be placed on achieving your desired outcomes, overcoming obstacles, and creating the life you want and deserve. You and your recovery are my biggest priorities. You don't have to do this alone. Help is available today!
My practice specializes in clients struggling with addiction. Clients who choose to work with me will find that I understand your fight, am nonjudgmental and solution focused. Whatever your goal, I can help. During your sessions, focus will be placed on achieving your desired outcomes, overcoming obstacles, and creating the life you want and deserve. You and your recovery are my biggest priorities. You don't have to do this alone. Help is available today!
Tyler Breshears
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lees Summit, MO 64081 (Online Only)
Most of the people I see are aching to be seen and understood at a deep level. Many have felt invisible for a long time. I believe that each person I work with is a unique and complex individual needing support that is considerate of their individual situation.
Most of the people I see are aching to be seen and understood at a deep level. Many have felt invisible for a long time. I believe that each person I work with is a unique and complex individual needing support that is considerate of their individual situation.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, Ma , LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64064 (Online Only)
Everyone in the world has had negative experiences that have touched their lives. Perhaps your one of those people who feel stuck? Perhaps you have held a secret that has slowly eaten away at your life? Working through trauma and problems is part of life but sometimes we just get stuck. Setting goals and moving on leaving part of the trauma behind is often our goal. Therapy can help you work through your goals and ideals for a better quality of life. Thriving in life is a much better outcome then surviving day to day.
Everyone in the world has had negative experiences that have touched their lives. Perhaps your one of those people who feel stuck? Perhaps you have held a secret that has slowly eaten away at your life? Working through trauma and problems is part of life but sometimes we just get stuck. Setting goals and moving on leaving part of the trauma behind is often our goal. Therapy can help you work through your goals and ideals for a better quality of life. Thriving in life is a much better outcome then surviving day to day.
As someone who is grieving or suffering through a life transition, you often find yourself wondering will I feel better, can I feel better? It seems like you’ve tried everything but nothing seems to work, at least not for very long. Imagine what it would feel like to move forward, what would it be like if your life wasn’t controlled by your pain? A life transition can be planned or unplanned, positive or negative. They may be dramatic as in accidents, death, divorce, job loss or serious illness or can come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving away or giving birth.
As someone who is grieving or suffering through a life transition, you often find yourself wondering will I feel better, can I feel better? It seems like you’ve tried everything but nothing seems to work, at least not for very long. Imagine what it would feel like to move forward, what would it be like if your life wasn’t controlled by your pain? A life transition can be planned or unplanned, positive or negative. They may be dramatic as in accidents, death, divorce, job loss or serious illness or can come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving away or giving birth.
Keeping passion and connection in relationships while also thriving as individuals is a goal that many of us have. Balancing these aspects of life can be difficult, especially when life stressors, mental or emotional disorders, or trauma present themselves. My goal is to help clients achieve their goals of connection and personal growth, while challenging them to act on the best parts of themselves. I am passionate about working with couples struggling with intimacy and desire issues. My approach in working with couples centers on differentiation based therapies and encourages both individual and couple growth.
Keeping passion and connection in relationships while also thriving as individuals is a goal that many of us have. Balancing these aspects of life can be difficult, especially when life stressors, mental or emotional disorders, or trauma present themselves. My goal is to help clients achieve their goals of connection and personal growth, while challenging them to act on the best parts of themselves. I am passionate about working with couples struggling with intimacy and desire issues. My approach in working with couples centers on differentiation based therapies and encourages both individual and couple growth.
The focus of my work is to provide therapy for individuals and couples who are in pursuit of self-awareness, acceptance, healing, and wholeness. My relational approach creates space to honor each person, story, and process. In the midst of continual transformation, sometimes we get stuck, and I find it a privilege to journey with others on their path. On the road to your best self, I hope to be a helpful guide to walk with you through the pain you are experiencing.
The focus of my work is to provide therapy for individuals and couples who are in pursuit of self-awareness, acceptance, healing, and wholeness. My relational approach creates space to honor each person, story, and process. In the midst of continual transformation, sometimes we get stuck, and I find it a privilege to journey with others on their path. On the road to your best self, I hope to be a helpful guide to walk with you through the pain you are experiencing.
Kathryn J Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Not accepting new clients
While there are many challenges to this life, there are also many ways to navigate better, therapy provides the space to learn to cope better, problem solve, heal, get motivated, improve our outlook, find strength and to just be heard. I love the saying "if we don't develop new coping skills then we default to the ones learned in childhood." The problem is that for many these mechanisms are often not helpful and can be very disrupt in our everyday lives and relationships.
While there are many challenges to this life, there are also many ways to navigate better, therapy provides the space to learn to cope better, problem solve, heal, get motivated, improve our outlook, find strength and to just be heard. I love the saying "if we don't develop new coping skills then we default to the ones learned in childhood." The problem is that for many these mechanisms are often not helpful and can be very disrupt in our everyday lives and relationships.
Whitney Davison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
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.
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.
Katherine Brethower
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Everyone’s story is going to lead them in a different direction. I want to help you navigate through the various seasons of life and the challenges that come with it. Together, we can achieve that by identifying the strengths and resilience within yourself. Whether you have a history of trauma, are navigating the depths of pregnancy and postpartum, or dealing with a life transition, we can work collaboratively to give you the tools that fit your individual needs.
Everyone’s story is going to lead them in a different direction. I want to help you navigate through the various seasons of life and the challenges that come with it. Together, we can achieve that by identifying the strengths and resilience within yourself. Whether you have a history of trauma, are navigating the depths of pregnancy and postpartum, or dealing with a life transition, we can work collaboratively to give you the tools that fit your individual needs.
Christina Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lees Summit, MO 64063
Being alive and creating the types of relationships you want is, simultaneously, a gift and a challenge. If you are trying to reduce resentment after years of misunderstandings, heal after infidelity, renew your relationship as empty nesters, navigate differences in emotional and physical desires, start your marriage on the right track through premarital therapy, and more, I encourage you to talk to me.
Being alive and creating the types of relationships you want is, simultaneously, a gift and a challenge. If you are trying to reduce resentment after years of misunderstandings, heal after infidelity, renew your relationship as empty nesters, navigate differences in emotional and physical desires, start your marriage on the right track through premarital therapy, and more, I encourage you to talk to me.
Megan works closely with individuals that have experienced big T and little t traumas, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and other mood and personality disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, impulsively, compulsivity, addiction, and social skills... She has a whole person perspective that allows for challenges to the internal and external experiences of an individual or family unit.
Megan works closely with individuals that have experienced big T and little t traumas, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and other mood and personality disorders, ADHD, anxiety, depression, impulsively, compulsivity, addiction, and social skills... She has a whole person perspective that allows for challenges to the internal and external experiences of an individual or family unit.
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Number of Therapists in Lees Summit, MO
200+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Lees Summit, MO who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 82% | Depression |
| 74% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 67% | Coping Skills |
| 64% | Stress |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 81% | Aetna |
| 70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 63% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Lees Summit, MO see their clients
| 81% | In Person and Online | |
| 19% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 18% | Male |