The following counselors / psychotherapists have solemnly pledged that they are Catholics who follow the teachings and authority of the Magisterium of the Catholic Church.  They have firmly pledged to follow Catholic teachings in their lives, and to encourage their Catholic clients to live these out as well.  This listing is not an endorsement of their counseling methods or effectiveness.

Many of these counselors are providing telehealth sessions since COVID-19.

***Counselor accepts Archdiocese insurance plan- Cigna

For more information about Catholic counselors in NE Kansas, please email Brad DuPont: bdupont@archkck.org. If you would like to be considered for addition to this list, please email Annie Kyle MFLadmin@archkck.org.

TINA Amaro, MS, LPC

    • Licensed Professional Counselor 

    • 8101 College Blvd. 
      Overland Park, KS. 66210

    • 913-481-2292 (text or call me anytime!)

William Art, LSCSW, LCSW

    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri

    • 8016 State Line Road, Suite 205
      Prairie Village, KS 66208

    • Bilingual Spanish speaking working with individuals, couples, families experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and more.

Tim Bianco , LMSW

    • Licensed Masters Social Worker under clinical supervision in pursuit of LSCSW.
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    • Phone: 720-588-3758
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    • Tim brings a unique skillset in having worked with children( ages 8-18) adolescents and adults with a variety of backgrounds including ADHD, IDD, Autism, Parenting children with Special Needs, siblings of youth/adults with special needs, Depression, Anxiety, Social Skills, and Trauma.
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    • Currently only accepting clients via telehealth for appointments
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    • Fees: Does not take insurance. Superbills provided for insurance reimbursement upon request. Sliding scale and payment plan offered when available

Darren Bradfield, LSCSW

    • Licensed clinical social worker
    • Telehealth practice that is very user friendly to access and operate.  Available to any Kansas resident.  Evening appointments available and some select Saturdays.
    • Phone: 913-426-7669 (call or text)
    • Specialty areas/focus:  I primarily work with adults and adolescents.  Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life stress/adjustments, trauma, grief/loss, ADHD, and substance use.
    • Payment methods:  Insurance, credit/debit, health spending accounts.  Insurance accepted includes Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tricare West (anticipated start January/2025). 

Omar Bravo, PsyD

    • Licensed Psychologist

    • Phone: 402-317-5412

    • Website: https://www.innerfreedompsych.com/
    • Currently offering virtual appointments for Kansas residents. I can also serve clients from 39 different states.
      I work with individual adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life stress, work and family related issues and more. I also provide services for spouses and parents who desire their own healing to better live out their vocation. I integrate the faith with Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, an evidence-based treatment, so that God, the angels, and the saints can be included in your healing journey. 
       
    • I do not take insurance, but I can provide some assistance with using out-of-network insurance benefits. 

Jana Burns, LMSW

 

    • Licensed Master Social Worker – under the supervision of Grace Mulcahy

    • Email: jana@inviacounseling.life

    • Website: inviacounseling.life

    • Location: 14251 Nall Avenue Overland Park, KS 66223 – In the Via Counseling Office located at St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Leawood, KS.

    • In person and virtual therapy appointments available

    • Specializes in working with teens, college age & young adults who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, sexual traumas, sexual brokenness, grief and loss, poor self image, familial and relationship issues.

    • I am an out-of-network provider and do not take insurance. Superbills for insurance reimbursement can be provided upon request.  

Diana Luna Camden, MS, LPC, BC-TMH, NCC

    • Licensed Professional Counselor

    • Telehealth for adults living in Missouri

    • Phone:  913-777-9145

    • Email: counselor.diana@gmail.com

    • Bilingual Spanish speaking counselor assisting adults for individual counseling. Areas of specialty: anxiety, depression, acculturation, time and stress management, relationship concerns and college aged populations with transition issues.

    • Does not accept insurance.

    • Currently only accepting clients via telehealth for individual counseling. Find me on BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/isabel-diana-camden/

Melissa Carrico, LSCSW

    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas

    • Counseling for Women and Adolescent Girls

    • Helps clients with issues particularly challenging to women and adolescent girls including anxiety, depression, body image, stress, family and relationship issues; helps clients who are overwhelmed or stuck in life; offers hope, compassion, and professional expertise in a non-judgmental relaxing environment through a holistic approach.

Michael Ciaccio, MS, LPC, SATP

    • EMDR Certified (EMDRIA)

    • College age, young adult and middle aged men and women struggling with anxiety, relationship problems, betrayal trauma, sexual brokenness/addiction issues, narcissistic wounding and trauma.  Michael utilizes EMDR, Experiential and attachment based therapy integrated with the Catholic Faith.

    • Phone:  816-287-0337

    • Email: admin@centerforhealingkc.com

    • Website: www.centerforhealingkc.com

    • I do not accept insurance, but I do have a foundation to support low income clients. 

Adam Clement, LCMFT

    • Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Kansas, Co Director of Doors of Hope Counseling
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    • Phone: 913-481-1968 – direct line
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    • Phone: 913-717-2144 ext 102 – office
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    • 8575 W. 110th St. Suite 218, Overland Park, KS 66210
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    • Family, couple, and individual therapy; specializes in marital therapy using EFT and Gottman; experienced with depression, anxiety, marital conflict, emotional maturity, communications styles, and addictions.
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    • Does not accept insurance but can provide superbills for reimbursement.  

Emma Lager, Graduate Student Intern

    • Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Catholic Anthropology *Anticipated Completion Date of April 2025, and will be pursuing a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor certification. 
    • Phone: 913-600-5581 ext 106
    • As I am completing my Master’s degree and pursuing licensure, I am being supervised by Adam Clement. Adam is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals of any age, from any walks of life. I believe that relationships and connection can be a great source of healing, so I strive to provide a safe environment for healthy attachments. I work from a variety of clinical modalities including Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theories, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have a special interest in working with people who experience unwanted sexual behaviors (pornopraphy addiction, sexual addiction, lust, masturbation, etc), young adults, teenagers, and anyone who has experienced relational and complex trauma. I am also available to integrate Faith into our work together, as I believe that a healthy relationship with the Lord provides the grace and rest needed to tackle daily life. Studying Catholic Anthropology has also prepared me to work the Catholic community including those in religious vocations  and people discerning religious life.
       
      – I do not accept insurance at this time but due to being an intern, I can offer a significantly reduced private pay rate. 

Donna Constantineau, MA, MPS, LCPC

    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

    • Phone:  913-602-1415

    • Email: donnawomenscenter@gmail.com

    • 309 N 15th St, Kansas City, KS 66102

    • Licensed clinical therapist assisting adults in Kansas.  Areas of specialty are helping clients recover from trauma (EMDR trained), relationship and attachment issues, complex grief, mood disorders, anxiety, life transitions, and personality development.

    • Accepts the following Insurance: United Healthcare, Aetna Better Health (medicaid only), Sunflower Health Plan

Hunter Cook, MA, LPC, NCC

    • Licensed Professional Counselor in Kansas
    • Phone: (913) 717-7127
    • Address: 5440 West 110th Street, Suite 300, Overland Park, KS 66211
    • In-person and telehealth for metro KC; telehealth throughout Kansas 
    • Individuals, couples, families, and groups
    • Group therapy offerings: Interpersonal Process Group, Trauma Treatment Support Group, and Assertive Communication Skills Group
    • Focus areas: anxiety, assertive communication, attachment, boundaries, complex PTSD, coping skills, couples counseling, depression, family conflict, grief, infidelity, life transitions, marital/premarital, narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship issues, and trauma
    • Approaches: AEDP, Attachment-Based, Emotionally Focused, Experiential, EMDR, Faith Integration, Family/Marital, and Trauma Focused
    • Fees: Does not take insurance. Superbills provided for insurance reimbursement. Sliding scale offered when available. 

Stacie Cordell, LCMFT

    • Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Kansas

    • Phone:  913-553-0068

    • Website: sparrowcounselingkc.com

    • 11011 King Street, Ste 110, Overland Park, KS 66210

    • Family, couple, and individual therapy; specializes in marriage therapy, trauma and attachment. Trained in evidence based trauma modality EMDR, as well as Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Sex addiction treatment. Experienced with anxiety, depression, marital conflict, adolescents, and parenting/family conflict.

    • Does not accept insurance but does offer a discounted fee structure.

***Kevin Cure, MA, LCMFT

    • Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist.

    • Phone: 651-485-9040 direct line

    • Email: kevincuremft@gmail.com

    • Website: www.curemarriageandfamilyllc.com 

    • Currently offering virtual appointments for Kansas residents.

    • Families, Couples and Individuals. Experience working with couples, facing a variety of problems including communication issues, affairs and intimacy issues.  Men struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD relationship issues and addiction are both substance and  sexual.   Adolescents and young adults.  Specialize in Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Structural Family Therapy.  
    • Accepts the following Insurances: UnitedHealthcare, Oxford Health Plans, Cigna, Aetna, UMR OScar, UHS Student Resources, AllSavers UHC, Harvard Pilgrim, Meritain, Nippon, United Healthcare SharedServices, Allied Benefit Systems-Aetna, Surest (Formerly Bind) Health Plans Inc. UnitedHealthcare Global, Christian Brothers Services – Aetna, Trustmark Health Benefits-Aetna, Trustmark Health Benefits – Cigna, Trustmark Small Business Benefits – Aetna, HealthScope -Aetna

Mary Helen Dennihan, LCMFT

    • Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist

    • 8300 College Blvd. Suite 320
      Overland Park, KS 66210

    • Works with individuals, families, and couples experiencing trauma, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and more. Therapies used include: EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Spirituality, Strength Based, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
    • Accept Most Insurances.

Cathy Durando, MA PLPC

    • Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor
    • Phone: (816)237-0036
    • Treating individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, OCD and scrupulosity.  I utilize research-based experiential and attachment focused methods to facilitate growth and healing, applied within a Catholic understanding of the human person.
    • We do not accept insurance, but can provide a superbill for reimbursement and have access to non-profit support for clients in need of financial assistance.

Chris Ellman, MSW, LCSW, SATP, CSAT

    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri

    • Address: 20 W 9th St. , Suite 601, Kansas City, MO 641045

    • Phone:  913-568-8415

    • Email: chris.ellman@centerforhealingkc.com

    • Website: centerforhealingkc.com

    • Helps individuals, couples, and families work through the stress of life by addressing the whole person; mental, physical, and spiritual; helps people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, sexual woundedness, and trauma, including betrayal trauma; also helps men and women who are experiencing unwanted sexual behavior. EMDR Trained.

    • Does not accept insurance.

Liz Ferguson, (LSCSW, LISW, LCSW)

    • Licensed Therapist in KS, OH and PA.

    • Inquiries email at lizferguson.luxcounselingllc@gmail.com

    • Website: luxcounselingllc.com

    • Phone: ‪(785) 256-0624‬

    • Clientele: Liz is passionate about working with women, college students, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, scrupulosity, depression, stress, mood disorders, emotion regulation issues, relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma, spiritual issues, life transitions and more. Liz provides a nonjudgmental and safe space to her clients as they process their life experiences. She uses evidence-based interventions and focuses on emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual rhythms to help clients become the best and most authentic version of themselves.

    • Locations: Teletherapy Only

    • Insurance: Out of Network Provider

Patrice Fernandez, MPH, LMSW

    • License Master Social Worker In Kansas & Florida
    • Location: Telehealth appointments available
    • Clientele: I’m passionate about supporting military and first responder families, young adults, and individuals navigating trauma recovery, pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. My approach is centered on building genuine connections, seeing the good in each client, and holding hope for your potential to thrive and experience joy. Together, we’ll work to find the meaning and change you seek.
    • Does not take insurance.

Will Fernholz, LSCSW

TAMARA J. FINLEN, LSCSW, LCSW

    • Licensed in both Kansas (LSCSW) and Missouri (LCSW)

    • Email: tammyfinlen@gmail.com

    • Phone: 913-485-4004

    • 11261 Strang Line Road, Lenexa, KS 66215

    • I provide in-person mental health services to persons ages 16 and over. Services are specific to couples, adults, and families. My therapeutic expertise revolves around emotional regulation, anger management, parenting skills, anxiety treatments, depression reduction, conflict resolution, affair recovery, and trauma recovery. I am a solution-focused, problem-solving therapist who teaches clients how to reach and maintain their identified goals. Psychological practices include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT), internal family systems therapy (IFS), grief/loss psychotherapy, 5-point Acudetox treatments, and much more. Our time together centers on you, the client, and your identified goals. 

    • Accepts most insurance plans, including Medicare, BCBS, Aetna, Sunflower, and United Healthcare Plans.

Eric T. Gaughan, Ph.D.

    • Licensed Psychologist in Kansas and Missouri

    • 4400 College Boulevard, Suite 190, Overland Park, KS 66211

    • Phone:  913-562-9588

    • Email: drg@kcpsychologist.com

    • Website: www.kcpsychologist.com

    • I offer individual therapy for adults (age 18 and above) and have expertise helping clients find freedom from anxiety and depression, as well as overcome co-occurring issues like anger and substance abuse

    • Does not accept insurance. However, services may be covered as out-of-network for managed care plans, and a billing statement can be supplied for reimbursement applications through patient’s insurance carrier.

ELIZABETH HIGBIE, LCSW, LSCSW

    • Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker licensed in KS and CO

    • Phone:  720-989-1681

    • Email: elizabeth@illuminatecounseling.net

    • Website: illuminatecounseling.net

    • Location: 8100 N Marty St. Suite 107, Overland Park 66204

    • In person (KS clients) and virtual (CO and KS clients) therapy appointments available

    • Specializes in working with adults with trauma, anxiety, OCD and scrupulosity, and women’s challenges including miscarriage, perinatal loss, infertility, and PMDD

    • EMDR trained

    • I am an out-of-network provider and do not take insurance. Superbills for insurance reimbursement can be provided upon request. 

Lizzy Hollwedel

    • Licensed Professional Counselor

    • Inquiries email at lizzy.luxcounselingllc@gmail.com

    • Website: luxcounselingllc.com 

    • Phone: 913-386-6448.

    • Clientele: I am passionate about working with women and teens who are navigating and battling anxiety, OCD or scrupulosity, life transitions, or trauma processing. I specialize in perinatal mental health, (mental and emotional struggles around pregnancy and postpartum, such as postpartum anxiety). I have received training through Postpartum Support International and I am honored to walk with women navigating this season of life. There is hope, no matter what situation or mental thought process you may feel stuck in. If you feel we may be a good fit, I would be so honored to journey with you to a more peaceful and confident place.

    • Locations: Overland Park, KS and Teletherapy

    • Insurance: Out of Network Provider

Cody J. Hummer, LMSW

    • Licensed Master of Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri

    • 913-777-4809

    • cody.hummer@centerforhealingkc.com

    • I offer both in person and virtual sessions

    • I work with children, young adults, student athletes, and men.
      Individuals who are suffering with: communication and boundary issues,
      codependency, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, sexual
      brokenness, and unwanted sexual behaviors.

    • I am an out of network provider and do not accept insurance.

Anna Jett MS, LMFT

    • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
    • Phone: (816) 427-1683
    • I do not accept insurance, but Center for Healing, LLC does have a foundation to support low-income clients.

Sharon JONES, LSCSW, LCSW

    • Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker & Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri

    • Fax: 913-250-5411

    • 205 S. 5th St. Suite 3
      Leavenworth, KS 66048 

    • 8100 N. Marty St, Suite 107
      Overland Park, KS 66204

    • Individual, family, marital, parent/child relationship problems, conflict resolution, management/employee relations, separation and loss, child and school problems.
    • Does not accept insurance 

Julia Kovac, RN-BC, LPC, ESMHL

    • Licensed Professional Counselor & Board Certified Nurse Coach

       

    • Phone:  816-896-6569

    • Email: cometothestable@yahoo.com

    • Anxiety, depression, life transitions including health concerns, equine assisted therapy and learning, OCD, scrupulosity and Equine-Facilitated Mental Health & Learning

    • Does not accept insurance but can provide codes for clients to be reimbursed.

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Ali Lomshek

    • Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Master’s Addiction Counselor– under the supervision of Susan Wells, LCPC

    • Location: 7232 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210 

    • In person and virtual therapy appointments available

    • Individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults.  Specialization in working with problem gambling and gaming, concerned family members, and substance use. 

    • I accept Kansas Medicaid and self-pay

Margaret (Peggy) Lucas, LCPC, LCAC

    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas (LCPC), Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor in Kansas (LCAC) Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri (LPC)

    • Christian Psychological Services of Kansas City (2 locations)

    • 8575 W. 110th St., Suite 218
      Overland Park, Kansas 66210

    • 1934 Copper Oaks Circle
      Blue Springs, Missouri 64015

    • Counseling for Adults and Couples.  Helps clients, by providing a safe and supportive environment, who are struggling with issues related to trauma, relationships, life adjustments, low self worth, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction (and the families and loved ones struggling with the person who is suffering with addiction).  Approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and EMDR Therapy (EMDR is a trauma based therapy).  

SAM MEIER, MA, LCPC

    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
    • Benedictine College – 1020 N. 2nd St.
      Atchison, KS 66002

    • 12710 S. Pflumm Rd. Ste 204
      Olathe, KS 66062

    • Individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and young adults; anxiety, depression, parenting struggles, grief, trauma, addictions, marital conflict, and relationship issues

    • I am an out-of-network provider and do not take insurance. Superbills for potential insurance reimbursement can be provided upon request. 

Anne Mercer MA, LPC, MSN

    • Licensed Professional Counselor, Masters in Nursing
    • Counseling for women struggling with life transitions and couples struggling with communication and or work-life balance
    • Holistic approach, Attachment and Narrative therapy
    • Telephone number: 913-712-4412 ext. 103
    • Does not accept insurance

Kelsey Moffitt-Carney, PhD, LP

    • Licensed Psychologist in Kansas

    • Phone: 913-651-8415  

    • Address 1: 101 E. Cedar St. Olathe, KS 66061

    • Address 2: 3515 S. Fourth Street, Suite 101, Leavenworth KS 66048

    • Professional Association (Olathe and Leavenworth, KS) 

    • Individual therapy with children, adolescents, and adults; Expertise addressing diverse and complex symptoms and concerns including mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, adjustment difficulties, grief, relationship problems, academic and occupational distress, and sleep disturbance;

    • Specialized approaches include dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety, depression, and trauma related disorders 
    • Accepts private pay as well as BlueCross BlueShield

Deacon W. A. “Mike” Moffitt, III, Ph.D.

    • Licensed Psychologist in Kansas and Missouri

    • Professional Association:

    • 101 E. Cedar St.
      Olathe, KS 66061

    • 3515 S. Fourth St., Suite 101
      Leavenworth, KS 66048

    • Phone: 913-651-8415

    • Individual therapy with children, adolescents, and adults; specialization in marital and family therapy; diagnosis and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders; ADHD assessment and treatment; substance abuse, Trauma/PTSD/Critical Incident Debriefing

Theresa Montgomery, M.A., LPC

    • Licensed Professional Counselor

       

    • Phone:  913-735-6845

    • Email: theresa@montgomerycounseling.com

    • 10540 Marty St. Suite 160, Overland Park, KS  66212

    • Works with individuals suffering with depression, anxiety, codependency, betrayal trauma, and life transition issues

    • Does not accept insurance

Grace Mulcahy, LSCSW 

    • Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas Certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist
    • Website: www.gracemtherapy.com

       

    • Email: gracemtherapy@gmail.com

    • Phone: 913-370-7151

    • 310 Commercial St. Atchison, KS 66002

    • Specializing in perinatal mental health, working with women experiencing postpartum mood disorders, grief from miscarriage or child loss, and birth trauma. Trained in EMDR. Also providing individual therapy with children, adolescents and adults for trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression and sexual abuse.

    • I take BCBS and United Healthcare commercial plans (not medicaid)

Michelle Niehues, LCMF

    • Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in KS and MO
    • Accepting clients
      • Topeka, KS
      • Holton, KS
      • Online telehealth in Kansas or Missouri
    • Areas of focus
      • Couples: communication patterns, infidelity, intimacy, parenting
      • Individuals: relational distress, anxiety, anger, life transitions, trauma, and self growth
      • Perinatal and postpartum care
    • Phone: 913-335-0001
    • Email: michelle@newleafcounselingcenter.com
    • Web-site: https://www.newleafcounseling.org/michelle-niehues-bio
    • Does not accept insurance. Accepts HSA / FSA*

Julie Nielsen-Thomason, LSCSW, LCSW

    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker in KS and MO

    • 12480 W 62nd Terrace Suite #102 Shawnee, KS 66216

    • In-person and virtual appointments available

    • Phone: 913-787-7214

    • Email: mindbodyandsoulkc@gmail.com

    • For additional information or to book an appointment: mindbodyandsoulkc.booksy.com

    • Treatment Populations include: Adults/Adolescents/Children, Trauma, Abuse, Grief and Loss, Pregnancy Related Loss, Post Abortion Syndrome, Adoption, Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Betrayal Trauma, Sexual Issues, PTSD, Spiritual Issues, Scrupulosity, Life Crisis

    • Methods of Treatment: Inner Healing Techniques, Cognitive Techniques, Behavior Techniques, Attachment Therapy, Art and Play Therapy, Holistic healing, and Prayer

    • Does not accept insurance but will provide a superbill to submit to insurance for reimbursement upon request, offers a discounted rate to low-income clients, can take HSA and FSA

***Connor O’Shea, LCPC

    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

    • Foster Street Clinic- 12541 Foster Street, Overland Park, KS, 66213

    • PHONE: 913-327-7505

    • EMAIL: Connor.OShea@lifestance.com

    • Website: https://lifestance.com/provider/connor-oshea-lcpc/

    • I work with adults, couples and adolescents 15 years to 65 years old.

    • I work with people looking for relief from anxiety, childhood behavioral issues, grief, depression, men’s issues, PTSD/Trauma, School avoidance, Bipolar disorder, eating disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and post-partum depression/anxiety. I do in-person and teletherapy.

    • I take Aetna, Carelon(Beacon), Human, Lucet(BCBS of Kansas City, Miltuplan(PHCS), OPtum (UnitedHealthcare), Partners Direct Health, CompSych, Evernorth(Cigna), MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP), and Sana Benefits.

Jacqueline R. Pfeifer, Ph.D.

    • Licensed Psychologist in Kansas and Missouri

    • Professional Association:

    • 101 E. Cedar St.
      Olathe, KS 66061

    • 3515 S. Fourth St., Suite 101
      Leavenworth, KS 66048

    • Phone: 913-651-8415

    • Individual therapy with children, adolescents, and adults; specialization in marital and family therapy; diagnosis and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders; ADHD assessment and treatment; Trauma/PTSD/Critical Incident Debriefing

Ryan Rudder, LPC

    • Licensed Professional Counselor
    • Phone #: 913-229-6895

    • Email: ryan@excelsiorcounselingkc.com

    • Website & Intake Paperwork: https://www.lifelinecounselingcenter.org/ryan-rudder

    • I work with Adults, couples and adolescents. I help those struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, anger, life issues, grief and loss, men’s issues, faith issues and loneliness.

    • I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing during treatment. I see clients in person as well as telehealth.

    • I accept self-pay and Medicaid insurance (Aetna Better Health, United Healthcare Community Plan and Sunflower).

Jennifer SANGER, MA, LCPC, LPC

    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas and Missouri

Marie Schulte, MA, LCPC

    • Licensed Professional Counselor
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    • 7101 College Boulevard, Suite 1620
      Overland Park, KS 66210
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    • 913-744-1709 (text or call me anytime!)
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    • Email to: marieschulte@me.com
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    • Website: http://www.psychtherapyassociates.com
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    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychtherapyassociates/
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    • Psychology Today Profile: psychologytoday.com/us/therapists?search=marie+schulte 
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    • Appointments: In person and telehealth
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    • Feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Struggling to find peace of mind? Not
      feeling like yourself? Experiencing emotions that feel out of sync? Navigating
      daily life seems like a challenge. Unsure how to move forward and break free
      from this rut? Seeking better sleep and a higher quality of life? Longing for a
      return to normalcy? Held back by fear of letting go? Life’s challenges and
      overwhelming emotions impact your mental well-being. It’s time for a positive
      change! Let us help you achieve a brighter, more balanced life! You will be
      listened to, seen, cared for, and supported. We can help you heal and feel
      like yourself again.
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    • Insurance/payment: Aetna, BCBS, Ambetter, Self pay, I offer a sliding scale as well.

Jennifer Secor,  M.A., LCMFT, LCPC, NCC, RPT-S

    • Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Kansas, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor National Certified Counselor

    • Fax: (913) 592-2414

    • 815 S. Clairborne St. Suite 200, Olathe, KS 66062

    • Specialist in perinatal mental health and working with women in the areas of post-partum trauma, depression, and anxiety.

    • Counsels those coping with fertility challenges, unplanned pregnancy, and past trauma and women who are struggling with post-abortive grief.

    • Assists parents in bonding and creating secure attachment with their infants and children through play therapy, which is a structured approach that builds on the normal communicative and learning processes of children.

ELLIE (Wells) Shaheen, Temporary Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

    • Ellie is passionate about working with working with high school students, young adults, adults, and couples who are seeking to understand their stories and find relief from their emotional, relational, and spiritual distress. I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and reverence and offers a unique platform for individuals to find healing through self-discovery, acceptance, and renewal. I work with couples as well, helping them cultivate communication and security within their relationship.
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    • Insurance: Out of Network Provider

***Laura Stallbaumer, LSCSW

    • Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas

    • Phone:  913-633-8932

    • Website: journey2hope.net

    • Email: lstallbaumer@journey2hope.net

    • Address: 513 N Mur-Len Rd. Olathe, KS 66062

    • Providing in home family counseling services for Johnson County, Wyandotte, Douglas, and Shawnee. Individual and family therapy with children, adolescents, adults and senior adults; anxiety, depression, mood disorder, developmental delays, trauma, grief and loss, and attachment issues. I meet each client where they are and work with them to create positive outcomes.

    • Accepts commercial insurance- United Health Care, Cigna, & Aetna

    • Accepts Medicaid- United Health Care & Aetna

Kimberly Starling,  LCMFT

    • Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist

    • Address: 9200 Indian Creek Parkway, Suite 470

    • Phone: 913-336-3378

    • Email: kimberly@starlingcounselingks.org

    • Website: www.starlingcounselingks.org

    • Helps individuals, couples, and families, ages 14+, work through various things; helps people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, attachment/relational wounds, and trauma; EMDR Trained; Trained in Narrative Focused Trauma Care through the Allender Center.

    • Does not accept insurance. Superbills provided for insurance reimbursement if requested. 

Katie Stilwell, MS, LPC, NCC

    • Licensed Professional Counselor

    • Phone: 913-229-6362

    • Email Inquiries to: truenorthcounseling.us@gmail.com

    • Website: https://katiestilwell.com/

    • I offer in person appointments in Mission, KS and virtual sessions throughout the entire state of Kansas

    • Location: 5201 Mission Rd Suite 305, Mission, KS 66205

    • I help pre-teens, teens and adults with everyday issues causing stress, anxiety, and depression. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients with relationship challenges, school avoidance, boundary setting, parenting support, career consultation, grief support, and anxiety and depression management. I enjoy utilizing a faith-based approach. Contact me today for a free 15 minute consultation.  

    • Does not accept insurance. Superbills provided to clients for insurance reimbursement.

 

Jackie Stone MA, LPC, NCC

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

  • Inquiries email at jackie@luxcounselingllc.com

  • Website: luxcounselingllc.com

  • Phone: ‪913-210-0671

  • Clientele: I am passionate about working with teens, college students, and young adults who are navigating a variety of life experiences and taking steps towards a thriving life. I have experience working with individuals navigating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, shame, relationship issues, low self-esteem, as well as training in helping perinatal/postpartum women. I am passionate about providing a safe place to process parts of life that feel hard to hold alone.

  • Location: Overland Park, KS and teletherapy 

  • Insurance: Out of Network Provider

Jill Thorne, PsyD

    • Licensed Psychologist

    • Fax: 913-273-6739 

    • 8100 N. Marty Street, Suite 107
      Overland Park, Kansas 66204

    • Relationship problems, depression, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder

Annalise Tinker, MA, LCPC, NCC

    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor

    • Professional Association:

    • 101 E. Cedar St. Olathe, KS 66061

    • 3515 S. Fourth St., Suite 101 Leavenworth, KS 66048

    • Phone: 913-651-8415

Individual therapy with children, adolescents, and young adults; specialization in play therapy; diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, anger management, stress management, grief and loss and trauma.

Mary Vorsten, MA, LCPC

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    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

    • Phone:  913-909-2002

    • Email: mytherapistmaryv@gmail.com

    • 5450 Buena Vista, Roeland Park, KS 66205

    • Adults with anxiety, depression, grief, addictions and life transitions.

    • Does not accept insurance

David Walter, LCPC

    • Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor at Still Waters KC

    • 12710 S. Pflumm Rd.
      Suite 204
      Olathe, KS 66062

    • Website: https://www.stillwaterskc.com/david-walter-lma-cpc
    • I serve all ages from children to adults. I work with individuals and families on secure attachment, trauma, and parenting strategies. I also work with individuals on the autism spectrum. I treat anxiety disorders and phobias with cognitive and exposure strategies. I can also provide spiritually guided counseling. I work in treating ADHD and behavioral concerns.

***Kate Werring, LSCSW

    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker
    • Email: kwerring@mytgc.org
    • The Guidance Center
      201 Main St.
      Atchison, Ks. 66002
    • Phone: 913-367-1593
    • I enjoy working with adults of all ages, treating anxiety, depression, academic and work-related anxiety, PTSD, trauma, life crises, grief and loss, parent-child concerns. Preferred modalities include CBT, Solution-focused therapy, trauma-informed care, emotion-focused therapy.
    • Insurance accepted: Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield (Federal, Kansas, Kansas City), Cigna GEHA, MHNet, Tri-Care, Tri-Care for Life, UBH, VA-CNN. Sliding fee available for uninsured clients.

Many of the above counselors provide telehealth counseling over the phone or secure video for people outside of Kansas City, Topeka and Leavenworth.  The Website: Pastoral Solutions Institute also provides Catholic phone counseling.

If you are a Catholic psychologist, counselor, or social worker in NE Kansas / KC metro who is interested in being part of this list, please call Annie Kyle at 913-647-0345 or email MFLadmin@archkck.org