Providers

For all new patients (excluding Tricare and Medicare), we are now able to initiate counseling without an in-person visit or face to face contact. We have transitioned our intake paperwork to a completely digital, HIPPA compliant process. This allows you to establish as a new patient and begin counseling (in the majority of situations) at our earliest available appointment. Normally this would require at least one in-person visit or session.

Providers by Location

Broadway - 3100 Broadway, Suite 410, KC MO 64111

Broadway – KC, MO

	Cheryl Baird. I am a licensed psychologist in the state of Missouri and have been in practice for over twenty years. I have a general practice that includes depression and anxiety disorders. I specialize in addictions; including substance abuse, co-dependency, and eating disorders. I am a Certified Employee Assistance Professional, and I do SAP evaluations, which are sometimes required by private companies and the US Department of Transportation. I see individuals, couples, and families; and have extensive experience working with members of the gay and lesbian community. I am a member of APA, EAPA, and NAMP. My goal is to help you find solutions to your problems.
	Mary Kay Brooks. Two guiding principles for change are compassion and accountability. Compassion helps us hang in there when life is hard. Accountability compels us to use what we learn, as it turns us away from self-pity and blame. Sometimes we learn life’s lessons the hard way-it just seems to be part of being human. If you’re feeling stuck in a confusing or painful situation, consider therapy. It isn’t about telling you what to do. It’s about learning how to sort things out for yourself. My approach is active, direct and flexible. I employ cognitive, behavioral, insight, relaxation training, and mind, body, spirit approaches. My career began in health care, and I offer over 20 years experience. I particularly enjoy working on relationship issues with people of all ages.
	Curtis Campbell, LCSW, LSCSW, LCAC: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri, and a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas, and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor. I have over 30 years of experience working with all drugs of abuse, especially opiates, methamphetamine, and alcohol issues. I was a Program Director, and therapist, for several private and nonprofit mental health and substance abuse treatment agencies. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interview, and other approaches to find solutions for people, and families, suffering from mental challenges ranging from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders to those with severe and persistent mental illness. I work primarily with mature adolescents and adult clients.
	Hawley, John There are no human lives immune from suffering, grief, depression, anxiety, even trauma. We have habits in need of changing and relationships in need of reconciliation. For over 30 years I have been honored to compassionately accompany persons on their life journey. Whether they are individuals, couples and families, healing and wholeness is my goal. My work encompasses diverse generations, cultures, genders, sexuality. Tom Hawley grew up in Texas, spent most of his adulthood in Missouri, Kansas, and New Mexico. He has had a strong mix of inpatient and outpatient work with children and adults. He attended college at Texas Christian University and the University of Kansas.
	Hello, my name is Aaron Henderson, MA, LPC. I have a BA in Psychology and a MA in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I use a multidisciplinary approach to therapy which include elements of cognitive behavioral, solution focused modalities and choice theory. My goal is to facilitate my clients’ efforts to address their concerns so that life’s challenges can be more manageable. Through this process, I’m hopeful that each person that chooses to work with me will have a better understanding of themselves and how they interact with others.My experience is with those over the age of 15 from all walks of life, in working on issues including behavioral concerns, phobias, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, working through trauma and PTSD. I’m also passionate about working with couples or individuals dealing with relationship concerns and/or marital issues. I truly enjoy helping people identify their own strengths so that they may utilize them to develop effective strategies for improving all facets of their lives.
	Rebecca Kaiser, LPCI believe that the problems we experience in life have solutions and I will work with you to help you find them! You may not realize that those solutions lie within yourself and by actively listening to you, giving feedback and suggestions, I can help bring them to your awareness. I also believe that growth involves learning new skills and patterns, so I often teach coping skills to manage stress and anxiety, focus better, and change thought patterns and habits. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings in mental health for over thirty years, so I have experience with most diagnosis and treatment approaches. I specialize in anxiety disorders such as panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder; assessment and treatment of attention deficit disorder; major depression and other depressive disorders; bipolar disorder and other mood swing disorders; obsessive compulsive disorder; and adjustment disorders. I also specialize in helping people get through difficult experiences in life such as marital problems, domestic violence, assault and abuse, grief and loss, and work-related problems. I work with adults, adolescents, children, couples and families.I am credentialed with most major insurance policies and most EAP companies, and self pay rates are available on request. Thank you for considering allowing me to help you with your journey.
	Catherine Mapes, MSW, LCSWCatherine Mapes is a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas City, Mo. Her office is located between mid-town and downtown at 3100 Broadway, Suite 410. The building is handi-capped accessible and free parking is provided in the garage located on the south side of the building.Ms. Mapes has a bachelor’s degree in elementary and secondary education from Kansas University and a master’s degree in social work from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. She has been a clinical therapist for ten years, in private practice for the last two. In the previous eight years, she was Lead Therapist at the inpatient Midwestern Eating Disorders Program at Research Medical Center. She practices ‘talk” therapy based on multiple cognitive behavioral therapeutic approaches that identify maladaptive patterns of thinking and behaving, coping and calming skills, mindfulness, awareness of negative core beliefs and self-talk, with an emphasis on changing self-sabotaging behaviors. In accordance with social work ethics and philosophy, her job is to engage the patient, help identify goals, and formulate steps that are measured week to week towards these goals. The over-reaching intent is employ the client’s strengths to find the skills and motivation to make the changes that encourage and affirm rather than rely on internal negative and self-destructive habits of thought. The first session includes information and legal paperwork to establish consent to treat, hearing the client’s story, validating feelings and concerns, answering client’s questions and beginning a mutually agreed upon path to provide help. Evening hours are available Monday through Thursday. Special hours are available upon request.
	Al Des Marteau, LPC, CEAP, SAPI have been providing mental and behavioral health services to individuals, couples, and families since 1975, spending 33 of those years as the Clinical Director of Employee Assistance Program. I have extensive training, a wide range of experience and have helped a broad spectrum of clients. I am available to provide high quality, professional counseling, advice, feedback, encouragement and support. Whatever problems and troubles you are faced with, I can offer you positive, non-judgmental, effective therapeutic intervention. I am an attentive, thoughtful listener and have successfully helped thousands of people gain real control.I have refined a style of assisting others that is direct and action oriented, with a solution focus. I treat my clients as adults and provide them with information to empower their lives. I focus on the present and rely on a cognitive/behavioral model for creating change. Evening and weekend appointments available.
	Bethany Mealy, LPC “Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it”- Helen Keller. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be allowed into others’ lives. I deeply value connection and relationships. Life can be full of many challenges, especially for those who have experienced traumatic and adverse experiences, and I would be honored to assist you with navigating, processing, and developing skills to cope with these. I consider myself to be a flexible and empathetic therapist and believe one of the most powerful tools is the therapeutic relationship. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the mental health field since 2008. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, Brainspotting, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, substance use reduction/abstinence, and trauma informed care. I believe that it is important to create balance within your life so when I am not working you can find me engaging in many types of fitness, laughing with family and friends, and spending time with my fur-babies. It is possible to feel better, and I look forward to meeting you.
	Jim Roberts has been in practice since 1978, after graduating from the University of Kansas in Social Welfare. He is licensed in Missouri and Kansas. He has received training in marriage and family therapy from the Family Institute of Kansas City and advanced training in couples therapy from the Menninger Foundation. He has been a commentator on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered” and is the author of Deliberate Love; How Couples Can Deepen and Sustain Intimacy with the Mindful Use of Attention, published in 2004. Jim sees clients with a wide range of personal problems, including depression, anxiety, grief, child-rearing, adolescent adjustment, addictions, work-related stress and relationship difficulties. Jim’s preference when seeing couples is to see both parties together in the first session. When seeing children or adolescents Jim also prefers to meet with the parents in the first session. These are only guidelines; exceptions can be considered on a case-by-case basis.
	Amy Robertson, MA, LPC Master of arts in counseling and guidance, UMKC Licensed Professional Counselor Hello! Whatever you’re going through, I would be happy to help you find your way. Even if you can’t see it right now, I believe in your strength and resilience. I start by listening – really listening – so that I can understand you. I create a warm and safe place for you so that you can explore yourself, learn more and grow. I use a combination of Brainspotting, EMDR, mindfulness and dialectical behavior therapy skills to help you gain insight and learn new ways to respond to challenges. You can feel better. I look forward to meeting you. And, if you’d like, we can schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation for you to see if I could be a good fit for you.
	Fior Sandoval is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both states, Missouri and Kansas. She earned her MSW in 2009 at the University of Kansas. She has been working with adolescents, individuals, couples and families for over 10 years. She began her professional career at MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault). While at MOCSA, she co-facilitated a group utilizing DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) techniques. She has extensive training in the area of trauma. She specializes in issues surround anxiety, depression, anger management, court required assessments, PTSD, grief and loss and caregiver issues. Fior has been helping individuals at different settings, including Truman Behavioral Health- Emergency Department, Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care. Most recently she worked as a bilingual practitioner at The Family Conservancy, serving underserved populations in the community. She currently enjoys working with adolescents and their families at Argentine Middle School. As an immigrant, she understands intercultural situations and acculturation that make everyday life difficult due to immigration processes. Part of her approach is to understand and work with the nuances of different cultural backgrounds and needs.
	Darla ToddI empower families to find the strengths within each of them and work on changing their focus to strengths instead of weaknesses. Individuals tend to focus on negatives and struggle to overcome the impact of those negatives. Live changing events often impact our focus dramatically. I utilize positive psychology, EMDR, art therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as well as play therapy when needed to help engage families and individuals in healing. I embrace creativity in helping individuals find a stronger sense of peace and stability.I tend to work very well with adolescents and children who do not like counselors because of my informal approach. I have been practicing for almost five years in the field of trauma and substance use. I am passionate about helping others which is why I became a licensed professional counselor.
	John M. Wubbenhorst, Sr. is a licensed psychologist. He owns and operates Madison Avenue Psychological Services, the largest mental health practice in the greater Kansas City area. He serves as a psychological consultant regarding CNS Clinical Research for Quintiles in Kansas City. John has presented papers at national and international conferences on family life, education, and also in the area of the interface between public and private sectors in Health Maintenance Organization and Community Mental Health Center administration. Presently, he is a consultant to several national Managed Behavioral Health Organizations in the areas of credentialing, programming, review of new technology efficacy, and quality assurance matters. John has taught multiple courses in undergraduate psychology at three separate colleges. He has been honored by the National Council of Alcohol and Drug Dependence as 2005 Outstanding Professional of the Year for Service. John has a general practice in psychology and mental health counseling. His therapy method is solution focused.

Carondelet Dr. - KC, MO

Carondelet Dr. – KC, MO

	Mary Kay Brooks. Two guiding principles for change are compassion and accountability. Compassion helps us hang in there when life is hard. Accountability compels us to use what we learn, as it turns us away from self-pity and blame. Sometimes we learn life’s lessons the hard way-it just seems to be part of being human. If you’re feeling stuck in a confusing or painful situation, consider therapy. It isn’t about telling you what to do. It’s about learning how to sort things out for yourself. My approach is active, direct and flexible. I employ cognitive, behavioral, insight, relaxation training, and mind, body, spirit approaches. My career began in health care, and I offer over 20 years experience. I particularly enjoy working on relationship issues with people of all ages.
	Judith Evnen, LCSW “Thanks for being a real person”, is something that clients have expressed through the years-even folks who may be pretty wary at the beginning. It’s an honor to hear, but being with people during rough times, and helping them move forward in a way that suits their values is what we’re working towards. That is the true honor. Using a toolbox including Cognitive Behavioral Therapies; solution-oriented therapy, a dab of dialectical behavioral therapy, humor and strengths-based approaches result in important therapeutic progress. Clients want to know that they will meet with a skilled clinician, will not be judged, that their therapist will work to connect in a meaningful way, and honor their experiences. They also want to be certain that therapy will lead to new insights and change. Therapeutic process isn’t always easy, but it’s achievable with a thoughtful, tailored approach. Let’s work together on concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and death, medical/health situations including strategies for coping with physical pain, assertiveness, family and marital difficulties and sometimes just figuring out the next step to creating a better path in an organized, productive way. Look forward to meeting you, and developing useful tools and insights, together.


	Rebecca Kaiser, LPCI believe that the problems we experience in life have solutions and I will work with you to help you find them! You may not realize that those solutions lie within yourself and by actively listening to you, giving feedback and suggestions, I can help bring them to your awareness. I also believe that growth involves learning new skills and patterns, so I often teach coping skills to manage stress and anxiety, focus better, and change thought patterns and habits. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings in mental health for over thirty years, so I have experience with most diagnosis and treatment approaches. I specialize in anxiety disorders such as panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder; assessment and treatment of attention deficit disorder; major depression and other depressive disorders; bipolar disorder and other mood swing disorders; obsessive compulsive disorder; and adjustment disorders. I also specialize in helping people get through difficult experiences in life such as marital problems, domestic violence, assault and abuse, grief and loss, and work-related problems. I work with adults, adolescents, children, couples and families.I am credentialed with most major insurance policies and most EAP companies, and self pay rates are available on request. Thank you for considering allowing me to help you with your journey.
	Diane M. Keith, LPCSeeking help can be difficult. We often think we should be able to handle any problem that comes our way. However, everyone needs support at some point in their lives. A major crisis, a life transition, loss, relationship problems, emotional needs, our past interfering with our present, or just daily stressors become too much to deal with alone. We forget our strengths and become isolated, depressed, angry, or make poor choices.As your counselor, I use an eclectic approach to help you find solutions to your problems, rediscover and develop your inner strengths, and acquire valuable communication skills so you may have a happy and healthy relationship with others and yourself! If you are looking for a safe and compassionate therapist, I would love to work with you! Psychology Today Profile
	Hello! My name is Sarah Keto, LPC, RPT. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. I have 5 years experiences providing therapy services to a variety of individuals. I have experience working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, alcohol and substance use, trauma related issues, stress, relationship concerns, behavioral concerns, attention difficulties, and more. I work with all populations and ages. I am eclectic in my approach to therapy, using interventions from person centered, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness studies, or strengths based frameworks. I individualize my approach to therapy based on your needs and goals.I believe in the power of play, creativity, and compassion to assist us in making sense of our lives and to find solutions to live a more balanced, healthy life. I empower and encourage individuals to make positives changes to overcome a variety of challenges. Sometimes the challenges in life we face seem overwhelming and impossible. I would be honored to help you find your way.
	Sherry King, LCSW, LSCSW has a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Missouri at Columbia. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults providing therapeutic services for individuals with mood/anxiety disorders, couples/family discord, abuse/trauma, and stress/time management. Her therapeutic approach is based on a fundamental core of compassion, empowerment and respect. Sherry utilizes behavioral modification, client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and the strengths perspective frameworks. She strives to guide her clients to achieve personal success through strengthening their self-confidence and ability to make positive life choices.
	Laura Lester, LCSWHello! My name is Laura Lester. I am a LCSW in the State of Missouri and have over 8 years of experience working with patients who have a variety of mental health and medical needs. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from Northwest Missouri State University and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Missouri-Columbia. My passions are working with both children and adults who have experienced trauma, LGBT related issues, and women’s health. Some of the other issues I have experience addressing include chronic medical conditions, abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relationships, grief, and crisis intervention. I enjoy working with patients who are going through life changes and may need extra guidance and support. I use a personal and laid back approach with my patients, one that feels more like a conversation rather than an interview. I utilize concepts from such therapies as interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, strengths based, and psychodynamic therapy. My goal is to help you find peace and happiness in your day to day life.
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	Rene McCreary has 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. She has completed extensive training in family systems, solution focused, cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies. While Rene enjoys a general practice, treating depression, anxiety and issues of addiction, she has also worked with the National Center for Trauma Based Disorders and specializes in treating both sexual and combat trauma. Research shows that it is not the therapeutic school of thought, educational background or training received that results in positive outcomes but the “therapeutic fit”. Rene’s clients repeatedly report her to be patient, warm and engaging in addition to being very knowledgeable.
	Bethany Mealy, LPC “Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it”- Helen Keller. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be allowed into others’ lives. I deeply value connection and relationships. Life can be full of many challenges, especially for those who have experienced traumatic and adverse experiences, and I would be honored to assist you with navigating, processing, and developing skills to cope with these. I consider myself to be a flexible and empathetic therapist and believe one of the most powerful tools is the therapeutic relationship. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the mental health field since 2008. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, Brainspotting, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, substance use reduction/abstinence, and trauma informed care. I believe that it is important to create balance within your life so when I am not working you can find me engaging in many types of fitness, laughing with family and friends, and spending time with my fur-babies. It is possible to feel better, and I look forward to meeting you.
	Tiffany Radcliff, LPCI am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Missouri. I enjoy working with adult clients and adult clients diagnosed with physical disabilities and/or chronic medical conditions with specializations in anxiety, depression, and stress management issues.After obtaining a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology in Columbia MO, I received a Master’s of Science degree in Counseling from Avila University in Kansas City, MO. Prior to joining Madison Avenue Psychological Services in August 2015, I have enjoyed providing a variety of counseling services, working with a variety of client populations, and working in a variety of counseling settings; providing individual therapy to adults, case management and advocacy services to individuals with various physical and developmental disabilities, individual, supportive, group therapy, and crisis intervention to patients with severe and individual and group counseling to college students. I enjoy developing a connection and establishing a collaborative relationship with clients, providing education about anxiety, depression, and stress (when needed); while also helping individuals learn effective coping skills and develop effective problem-solving skills to manage emotions, reinforce personal growth, and improve overall mental and physical health. When working with clients, I approach therapy like a conversation between therapist and client and I enjoy providing a supportive and listening ear, in a welcoming, non-judgemental, empathetic environment. I approach life with a sense of hope and perseverance and it is my hope that clients will recognize their own individual strengths and gain a sense of empowerment. Throughout my life and career, I have has also had a passion for and have remained active in educating and increasing awareness of disability related issues throughout the community.
	Deanna Rand, ATR, LPCLife can certainly bring its challenges and troubles and sometimes those challenges can be overwhelming and difficult to handle. If you are needing additional support, insight and perhaps tools for how to better navigate through, I would welcome the opportunity to come alongside you and assist you in this process. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Registered Art Therapist. I am compassionate and respectful in my work with individuals and believe it is important to incorporate an individual’s strengths into their process of healing. I employ various psychological tools and approaches including mindfulness based coping strategies, cognitive behavioral therapies as well as art therapy. My experience in the mental health field spans over a 20 year period. I have experience working with individuals who have depression, anxiety, addictions and trauma.
	Jim Roberts has been in practice since 1978, after graduating from the University of Kansas in Social Welfare. He is licensed in Missouri and Kansas. He has received training in marriage and family therapy from the Family Institute of Kansas City and advanced training in couples therapy from the Menninger Foundation. He has been a commentator on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered” and is the author of Deliberate Love; How Couples Can Deepen and Sustain Intimacy with the Mindful Use of Attention, published in 2004. Jim sees clients with a wide range of personal problems, including depression, anxiety, grief, child-rearing, adolescent adjustment, addictions, work-related stress and relationship difficulties. Jim’s preference when seeing couples is to see both parties together in the first session. When seeing children or adolescents Jim also prefers to meet with the parents in the first session. These are only guidelines; exceptions can be considered on a case-by-case basis.
	Amy Robertson, MA, LPC Master of arts in counseling and guidance, UMKC Licensed Professional Counselor Hello! Whatever you’re going through, I would be happy to help you find your way. Even if you can’t see it right now, I believe in your strength and resilience. I start by listening – really listening – so that I can understand you. I create a warm and safe place for you so that you can explore yourself, learn more and grow. I use a combination of Brainspotting, EMDR, mindfulness and dialectical behavior therapy skills to help you gain insight and learn new ways to respond to challenges. You can feel better. I look forward to meeting you. And, if you’d like, we can schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation for you to see if I could be a good fit for you.
	John M. Wubbenhorst, Sr. is a licensed psychologist. He owns and operates Madison Avenue Psychological Services, the largest mental health practice in the greater Kansas City area. He serves as a psychological consultant regarding CNS Clinical Research for Quintiles in Kansas City. John has presented papers at national and international conferences on family life, education, and also in the area of the interface between public and private sectors in Health Maintenance Organization and Community Mental Health Center administration. Presently, he is a consultant to several national Managed Behavioral Health Organizations in the areas of credentialing, programming, review of new technology efficacy, and quality assurance matters. John has taught multiple courses in undergraduate psychology at three separate colleges. He has been honored by the National Council of Alcohol and Drug Dependence as 2005 Outstanding Professional of the Year for Service. John has a general practice in psychology and mental health counseling. His therapy method is solution focused.

Independence, MO

Independence, MO

	Barbara Dickerson, MSW,LCSW. As a supportive and interactive therapist we will work together to discover your goals for therapy and your life. I will help you identify the obstacles that hinder achieving your goals, and help you find ways to overcome these obstacles. For over 30 years, I have worked with people of all ages and backgrounds. I use a variety of techniques and provide a caring and comfortable environment from a Christian perspective. Specialties include: grief, loss, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, abuse, PTSD, marital, divorce issues, behavior problems, parenting children of all ages, chronic medical problems, cancer, and stress. Call for an appointment.
	Hello, my name is Aaron Henderson, MA, LPC. I have a BA in Psychology and a MA in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I use a multidisciplinary approach to therapy which include elements of cognitive behavioral, solution focused modalities and choice theory. My goal is to facilitate my clients’ efforts to address their concerns so that life’s challenges can be more manageable. Through this process, I’m hopeful that each person that chooses to work with me will have a better understanding of themselves and how they interact with others. My experience is with those over the age of 15 from all walks of life, in working on issues including behavioral concerns, phobias, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, working through trauma and PTSD. I’m also passionate about working with couples or individuals dealing with relationship concerns and/or marital issues. I truly enjoy helping people identify their own strengths so that they may utilize them to develop effective strategies for improving all facets of their lives.
	Hello! My name is Sarah Keto, LPC, RPT. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. I have 5 years experiences providing therapy services to a variety of individuals. I have experience working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, alcohol and substance use, trauma related issues, stress, relationship concerns, behavioral concerns, attention difficulties, and more. I work with all populations and ages. I am eclectic in my approach to therapy, using interventions from person centered, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness studies, or strengths based frameworks. I individualize my approach to therapy based on your needs and goals.I believe in the power of play, creativity, and compassion to assist us in making sense of our lives and to find solutions to live a more balanced, healthy life. I empower and encourage individuals to make positives changes to overcome a variety of challenges. Sometimes the challenges in life we face seem overwhelming and impossible. I would be honored to help you find your way.
	Sherry King, LCSW, LSCSW has a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Missouri at Columbia. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults providing therapeutic services for individuals with mood/anxiety disorders, couples/family discord, abuse/trauma, and stress/time management. Her therapeutic approach is based on a fundamental core of compassion, empowerment and respect. Sherry utilizes behavioral modification, client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and the strengths perspective frameworks. She strives to guide her clients to achieve personal success through strengthening their self-confidence and ability to make positive life choices.
	Laura Lester, LCSWHello! My name is Laura Lester. I am a LCSW in the State of Missouri and have over 8 years of experience working with patients who have a variety of mental health and medical needs. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from Northwest Missouri State University and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Missouri-Columbia. My passions are working with both children and adults who have experienced trauma, LGBT related issues, and women’s health. Some of the other issues I have experience addressing include chronic medical conditions, abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relationships, grief, and crisis intervention. I enjoy working with patients who are going through life changes and may need extra guidance and support. I use a personal and laid back approach with my patients, one that feels more like a conversation rather than an interview. I utilize concepts from such therapies as interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, strengths based, and psychodynamic therapy. My goal is to help you find peace and happiness in your day to day life.
	Fior Sandoval is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both states, Missouri and Kansas. She earned her MSW in 2009 at the University of Kansas. She has been working with adolescents, individuals, couples and families for over 10 years. She began her professional career at MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault). While at MOCSA, she co-facilitated a group utilizing DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) techniques. She has extensive training in the area of trauma. She specializes in issues surround anxiety, depression, anger management, court required assessments, PTSD, grief and loss and caregiver issues.Fior has been helping individuals at different settings, including Truman Behavioral Health- Emergency Department, Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care. Most recently she worked as a bilingual practitioner at The Family Conservancy, serving underserved populations in the community. She currently enjoys working with adolescents and their families at Argentine Middle School. As an immigrant, she understands intercultural situations and acculturation that make everyday life difficult due to immigration processes. Part of her approach is to understand and work with the nuances of different cultural backgrounds and needs.
	Marni M. Shrum MS, LPC I have a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Avila University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia with training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy and Play Therapy. Beyond my education, I have experience working with children ages 3 and up, adolescents, and adults with a variety of mental health issues, including severe and persistent mental illnesses, addictions, trauma, abuse, neglect, couples and relationship issues, grief and loss, and mood/anxiety disorders. I use a multidisciplinary approach based on the individual and their specific need and therefore use a variety of therapeutic models. I utilize cognitive/behavioral/systemic, client-centered, strength based, and behavioral modification frameworks. I believe we all go through challenges in life and I am passionate about helping people reclaim their true self to move beyond surviving to thriving and conquering.
	Tina B Stone, LSCSW, LCSW I am a second-generation family therapist that has been in practice since 1987, married for 34 years, 2 adult daughters and now 2 sons (both daughters married); my overall philosophy is to assist clients in bringing balance to their lives by examining the emotional, physical and spiritual aspect of their lives. It is important to see the individual as a part of a system and what may work for one person may not work for another due to dynamics of their current family and unresolved issues from their past.My areas of expertise are couples, pre-marital and marriage counselling, drug and alcohol therapy, mood disorders, individual and family therapy: ages 17 to elderly.It is important that whoever you chose to see that you realize that the therapeutic relationship is critical to have any success in navigating your emotional pathway. If you do not feel a connection with your therapist within fifteen or twenty minutes that is ok; thank them and see someone else. Remember a therapist can only take you as far as they have traveled on their path and it is important that you see that there is balance in the therapist life too. Good luck in your search for a therapist to walk beside you while you navigate on your emotional path.
	John M. Wubbenhorst, Sr. is a licensed psychologist. He owns and operates Madison Avenue Psychological Services, the largest mental health practice in the greater Kansas City area. He serves as a psychological consultant regarding CNS Clinical Research for Quintiles in Kansas City. John has presented papers at national and international conferences on family life, education, and also in the area of the interface between public and private sectors in Health Maintenance Organization and Community Mental Health Center administration. Presently, he is a consultant to several national Managed Behavioral Health Organizations in the areas of credentialing, programming, review of new technology efficacy, and quality assurance matters. John has taught multiple courses in undergraduate psychology at three separate colleges. He has been honored by the National Council of Alcohol and Drug Dependence as 2005 Outstanding Professional of the Year for Service. John has a general practice in psychology and mental health counseling. His therapy method is solution focused.

NW 64th Terr. - KC, MO

NW 64th Terr. – KC, MO

	Cheryl Baird. I am a licensed psychologist in the state of Missouri and have been in practice for over twenty years. I have a general practice that includes depression and anxiety disorders. I specialize in addictions; including substance abuse, co-dependency, and eating disorders. I am a Certified Employee Assistance Professional, and I do SAP evaluations, which are sometimes required by private companies and the US Department of Transportation. I see individuals, couples, and families; and have extensive experience working with members of the gay and lesbian community. I am a member of APA, EAPA, and NAMP. My goal is to help you find solutions to your problems.
	Curtis Campbell, LCSW, LSCSW, LCAC: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri, and a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas, and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor. I have over 30 years of experience working with all drugs of abuse, especially opiates, methamphetamine, and alcohol issues. I was a Program Director, and therapist, for several private and nonprofit mental health and substance abuse treatment agencies. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interview, and other approaches to find solutions for people, and families, suffering from mental challenges ranging from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders to those with severe and persistent mental illness. I work primarily with mature adolescents and adult clients.

	James Kenneth Long, “Ken” is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas. He earned his Master of Science degree in Psychology in 1993. He has been married nearly 30 years and has two adult children. He served as a licensed Foster Parent for two years. Ken’s counseling specialties and emphasis areas are: anxiety, stress, anger, depression, coping skills, marriage, parenting and Christian counseling. Long’s counseling orientation is “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy”. This approach is interactive and time efficient. He can be reached directly to schedule an appointment at 816-516-2127. Messages are typically returned within one hour. He works out of the Lawrence Office.
	Rene McCreary has 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. She has completed extensive training in family systems, solution focused, cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies. While Rene enjoys a general practice, treating depression, anxiety and issues of addiction, she has also worked with the National Center for Trauma Based Disorders and specializes in treating both sexual and combat trauma. Research shows that it is not the therapeutic school of thought, educational background or training received that results in positive outcomes but the “therapeutic fit”. Rene’s clients repeatedly report her to be patient, warm and engaging in addition to being very knowledgeable.
	Mike Ragan. As a practicing Psychologist for over thirty years, Mike has at various times managed adolescent residential and group home programs, a Psychiatric Hospital program, and developed a Day Hospital program for children and adolescents. He has been in full time Outpatient General Practice since 1990. Mike’s practice includes individuals (Children over 6yrs, adolescents, adults, and seniors) Families, Couples, and Psychological testing. He particularly specializes in the diagnosis, management and treatment of AD/HD in both children and adults. He is also a person with a wide range of interests including; art, literature, cycling, fishing, snow skiing, photography, computers, property management, and rehab construction. He collects; fossils, tools and almost anything that captures his attention.
	Darla ToddI empower families to find the strengths within each of them and work on changing their focus to strengths instead of weaknesses. Individuals tend to focus on negatives and struggle to overcome the impact of those negatives. Live changing events often impact our focus dramatically. I utilize positive psychology, EMDR, art therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as well as play therapy when needed to help engage families and individuals in healing. I embrace creativity in helping individuals find a stronger sense of peace and stability.I tend to work very well with adolescents and children who do not like counselors because of my informal approach. I have been practicing for almost five years in the field of trauma and substance use. I am passionate about helping others which is why I became a licensed professional counselor.

Overland Park, KS

Overland Park, KS


	David Burkett, LSCSW I have over twenty five years of counseling experience, offering individual, marital and family therapy. I have a great deal of personal experience on this level, having been married for 40 years, and having 3 adult children. I have professional experience in working with a broad age group from 5 to over 100 years of age, and have had the experience of caring for elderly parents, including my 97 year old father, who continues to live in his own home with the help of his family. Also on a professional level, I have a strong background in working with chronic and terminal illnesses, assisting individuals and family members in adjusting to their changed circumstances, while identifying factors within their control and strategies to help navigate through challenging life experiences. Working through life transitions, and finding meaning in our experiences, is an important feature of my counseling role. Toward this end, I primarily utilize an eclectic approach with an emphasis on brief, short-term psychotherapy skills. I was educated at the University of Kansas, where I obtained a Masters Degree in Social Work, and I am licensed in both Kansas and Missouri.


	Martina Windler, MAS/PsyD, CGPMaybe you feel stuck in your life, confused about your feelings and thoughts, or you’re not living your life the way you’d want to. Maybe you’ve noticed that there are patterns in your relationships or at work that are interfering with your goals and that seem to repeat themselves. Maybe there are cultural factors and expectations (family culture or culture in a broader sense) that seem to hold you back or interfere with your hopes and life plans.I can help you explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviors in order to better understand them, for symptom relief, to be more forgiving with yourself, heal and promote personal growth, and move forward. Sometimes it’s painful to look at one’s past and we’d rather avoid it. Sometimes it makes a lot of sense, though, to explore exactly these feelings in order to gain insight into how our past experiences influence the present, and in order to re-evaluate behaviors that might have been adaptive and helpful at one point, but are now interfering with your life and your goals. Together we will be able to discover that you have choices and you will become able to more actively engage life, and use your own strengths to be most true to yourself. I’m supporting you in the making of a more fulfilling life. I’m a caring and supportive psychologist with 9 years of experience as a therapist, and who’s committed to creating a safe and trusting, collaborative environment and therapeutic relationship as a foundation for exploration. Together we’ll seek to identify opportunities for growth and healing, and identify limiting beliefs, feelings and behaviors that give you the chance to experience real choice in your life. I customize my approach to each patient’s needs and preferences, integrating psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive-behavioral and humanistic approaches. I provide psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, couples, families and groups struggling with a range of interpersonal and emotional issues and from diverse backgrounds, in English, Spanish, and German. I specialize in treating people struggling with painful issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem, shame, life transitions, feelings of stagnation, grief, stress, Trauma, PTSD, substance abuse, paraphilias, getting in trouble with law enforcement.

Liberty, MO

Liberty, MO

	Hawley, John There are no human lives immune from suffering, grief, depression, anxiety, even trauma. We have habits in need of changing and relationships in need of reconciliation. For over 30 years I have been honored to compassionately accompany persons on their life journey. Whether they are individuals, couples and families, healing and wholeness is my goal. My work encompasses diverse generations, cultures, genders, sexuality. Tom Hawley grew up in Texas, spent most of his adulthood in Missouri, Kansas, and New Mexico. He has had a strong mix of inpatient and outpatient work with children and adults. He attended college at Texas Christian University and the University of Kansas.
	Hello, my name is Aaron Henderson, MA, LPC. I have a BA in Psychology and a MA in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I use a multidisciplinary approach to therapy which include elements of cognitive behavioral, solution focused modalities and choice theory. My goal is to facilitate my clients’ efforts to address their concerns so that life’s challenges can be more manageable. Through this process, I’m hopeful that each person that chooses to work with me will have a better understanding of themselves and how they interact with others.My experience is with those over the age of 15 from all walks of life, in working on issues including behavioral concerns, phobias, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, working through trauma and PTSD. I’m also passionate about working with couples or individuals dealing with relationship concerns and/or marital issues. I truly enjoy helping people identify their own strengths so that they may utilize them to develop effective strategies for improving all facets of their lives.
	Ashley Hennegin, LCSW I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri, and I have worked with all ages in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings for over 16 years. I currently treat adults and children ages 10 and up. I have an extensive background working with individuals, couples and families in crisis. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, mood and substance use disorders. I am dedicated to helping support individuals and families as they go through challenging times, including interpersonal relationship problems, marital discord, grief and loss, and adjustment issues. I believe that there is always hope. Life experiences, stress, or mental health symptoms can make it difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I am invested in partnering with people as they navigate through the dark times. My eclectic approach pulls from Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and others, to meet each person where they are.
	Kathleen Ralph Hi. How are you doing? Do you seem to be experiencing more bad days than good? Have you suffered a trauma, or significant loss in your life? Do you experience anger, anxiety, or depression that interferes in your daily activities? Are you just not happy with how things are going? I appreciate people. I am open-minded, and committed to sincerely listening to people’s stories, and goals. I have training, and experiences that give me the knowledge to help those in crisis, and with every day challenges. With me, you have found someone, who will provide support, and comfort, whatever the circumstance. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 24 years of experience in the mental health field. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I work with individuals eighteen years and older, and I facilitate couple counseling. I put forth effort to meet you where you are, and help get you where you want to be.
	My name is Kimberly Reynolds. I received my Bachelors in social psychology from Park University in May 2005 and Master of Social Work from the University of Kansas in May 2007. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri. I have a holistic, client centered approach. I believe in partnering with my clients to form a therapeutic relationship in order to achieve your goals for therapy. I work with all populations and ages. I am experienced in working with clients facing depression, anxiety, stress, grief / loss, relationship concerns, life transitions, maternal mental health, and women’s emotional health. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
	Tina B Stone, LSCSW, LCSW I am a second-generation family therapist that has been in practice since 1987, married for 34 years, 2 adult daughters and now 2 sons (both daughters married); my overall philosophy is to assist clients in bringing balance to their lives by examining the emotional, physical and spiritual aspect of their lives. It is important to see the individual as a part of a system and what may work for one person may not work for another due to dynamics of their current family and unresolved issues from their past.My areas of expertise are couples, pre-marital and marriage counselling, drug and alcohol therapy, mood disorders, individual and family therapy: ages 17 to elderly.It is important that whoever you chose to see that you realize that the therapeutic relationship is critical to have any success in navigating your emotional pathway. If you do not feel a connection with your therapist within fifteen or twenty minutes that is ok; thank them and see someone else. Remember a therapist can only take you as far as they have traveled on their path and it is important that you see that there is balance in the therapist life too. Good luck in your search for a therapist to walk beside you while you navigate on your emotional path.

Lawrence, KS

Lee's Summit, MO

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	Cheryl Baird. I am a licensed psychologist in the state of Missouri and have been in practice for over twenty years. I have a general practice that includes depression and anxiety disorders. I specialize in addictions; including substance abuse, co-dependency, and eating disorders. I am a Certified Employee Assistance Professional, and I do SAP evaluations, which are sometimes required by private companies and the US Department of Transportation. I see individuals, couples, and families; and have extensive experience working with members of the gay and lesbian community. I am a member of APA, EAPA, and NAMP. My goal is to help you find solutions to your problems.
	Mary Kay Brooks. Two guiding principles for change are compassion and accountability. Compassion helps us hang in there when life is hard. Accountability compels us to use what we learn, as it turns us away from self-pity and blame. Sometimes we learn life’s lessons the hard way-it just seems to be part of being human. If you’re feeling stuck in a confusing or painful situation, consider therapy. It isn’t about telling you what to do. It’s about learning how to sort things out for yourself. My approach is active, direct and flexible. I employ cognitive, behavioral, insight, relaxation training, and mind, body, spirit approaches. My career began in health care, and I offer over 20 years experience. I particularly enjoy working on relationship issues with people of all ages.
	David Burkett, LCSWI have over twenty five years of counseling experience, offering individual, marital and family therapy. I have a great deal of personal experience on this level, having been married for 40 years, and having 3 adult children. I have professional experience in working with a broad age group from 5 to over 100 years of age, and have had the experience of caring for elderly parents, including my 97 year old father, who continues to live in his own home with the help of his family. Also on a professional level, I have a strong background in working with chronic and terminal illnesses, assisting individuals and family members in adjusting to their changed circumstances, while identifying factors within their control and strategies to help navigate through challenging life experiences. Working through life transitions, and finding meaning in our experiences, is an important feature of my counseling role. Toward this end, I primarily utilize an eclectic approach with an emphasis on brief, short-term psychotherapy skills. I was educated at the University of Kansas, where I obtained a Masters Degree in Social Work, and I am licensed in both Kansas and Missouri.
	Curtis Campbell, LCSW, LSCSW, LCAC: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri, and a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas, and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor. I have over 30 years of experience working with all drugs of abuse, especially opiates, methamphetamine, and alcohol issues. I was a Program Director, and therapist, for several private and nonprofit mental health and substance abuse treatment agencies. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interview, and other approaches to find solutions for people, and families, suffering from mental challenges ranging from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders to those with severe and persistent mental illness. I work primarily with mature adolescents and adult clients.

	Al Des Marteau, LPC, CEAP, SAPI have been providing mental and behavioral health services to individuals, couples, and families since 1975, spending 33 of those years as the Clinical Director of Employee Assistance Program. I have extensive training, a wide range of experience and have helped a broad spectrum of clients. I am available to provide high quality, professional counseling, advice, feedback, encouragement and support. Whatever problems and troubles you are faced with, I can offer you positive, non-judgmental, effective therapeutic intervention. I am an attentive, thoughtful listener and have successfully helped thousands of people gain real control.I have refined a style of assisting others that is direct and action oriented, with a solution focus. I treat my clients as adults and provide them with information to empower their lives. I focus on the present and rely on a cognitive/behavioral model for creating change. Evening and weekend appointments available.
	Barbara Dickerson, MSW,LCSW. As a supportive and interactive therapist we will work together to discover your goals for therapy and your life. I will help you identify the obstacles that hinder achieving your goals, and help you find ways to overcome these obstacles. For over 30 years, I have worked with people of all ages and backgrounds. I use a variety of techniques and provide a caring and comfortable environment from a Christian perspective. Specialties include: grief, loss, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, abuse, PTSD, marital, divorce issues, behavior problems, parenting children of all ages, chronic medical problems, cancer, and stress. Call for an appointment.
	Samantha Dufva, LCSWI am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri. My professional experiences have been in a variety of setting including hospitals, community mental health centers, abuse shelters, drug court and criminal justice agencies. I have worked with victims of abuse, family dysfunctions, addictions, grief , anxiety, depression, ADHD and a variety of other psychiatric diagnoses. I use a combination of therapeutic techniques but primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Short Term Focused Solution therapy. I work with mature teens, families and adults.
	Judith Evnen, LCSW “Thanks for being a real person”, is something that clients have expressed through the years-even folks who may be pretty wary at the beginning. It’s an honor to hear, but being with people during rough times, and helping them move forward in a way that suits their values is what we’re working towards. That is the true honor. Using a toolbox including Cognitive Behavioral Therapies; solution-oriented therapy, a dab of dialectical behavioral therapy, humor and strengths-based approaches result in important therapeutic progress. Clients want to know that they will meet with a skilled clinician, will not be judged, that their therapist will work to connect in a meaningful way, and honor their experiences. They also want to be certain that therapy will lead to new insights and change. Therapeutic process isn’t always easy, but it’s achievable with a thoughtful, tailored approach. Let’s work together on concerns including anxiety, depression, grief and death, medical/health situations including strategies for coping with physical pain, assertiveness, family and marital difficulties and sometimes just figuring out the next step to creating a better path in an organized, productive way. Look forward to meeting you, and developing useful tools and insights, together.
	Dr. Paula Harkins, PhDAs a clinical health psychologist, I look at the whole picture to understand how emotional, behavioral, and social factors affect patients’ health and well-being. I have expertise in treating depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems, but I am also trained in couples counseling, sex therapy, addiction treatment, weight loss, diabetes management, smoking cessation, and pain management. I worked in community mental health clinics for several years, providing treatment to individuals and families with a wide range of mental health problems, and I have been in private practice since 2010, working primarily with adults, although I see children and teens for evaluations. I apply a comprehensive approach, using cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and motivational strategies to help patients heal emotional distress and change attitudes and behaviors that affect their overall well-being. I also provide diagnostic evaluations for attention-deficit disorder and other mental health disorders, disability evaluations, and pre-surgical evaluations for spine surgery and bariatric surgery.
	Hawley, John There are no human lives immune from suffering, grief, depression, anxiety, even trauma. We have habits in need of changing and relationships in need of reconciliation. For over 30 years I have been honored to compassionately accompany persons on their life journey. Whether they are individuals, couples and families, healing and wholeness is my goal. My work encompasses diverse generations, cultures, genders, sexuality. Tom Hawley grew up in Texas, spent most of his adulthood in Missouri, Kansas, and New Mexico. He has had a strong mix of inpatient and outpatient work with children and adults. He attended college at Texas Christian University and the University of Kansas.
	Hello, my name is Aaron Henderson, MA, LPC.I have a BA in Psychology and a MA in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. I use a multidisciplinary approach to therapy which include elements of cognitive behavioral, solution focused modalities and choice theory. My goal is to facilitate my clients’ efforts to address their concerns so that life’s challenges can be more manageable. Through this process, I’m hopeful that each person that chooses to work with me will have a better understanding of themselves and how they interact with others.My experience is with those over the age of 15 from all walks of life, in working on issues including behavioral concerns, phobias, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, working through trauma and PTSD. I’m also passionate about working with couples or individuals dealing with relationship concerns and/or marital issues. I truly enjoy helping people identify their own strengths so that they may utilize them to develop effective strategies for improving all facets of their lives.
	Ashley Hennegin, LCSW I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri, and I have worked with all ages in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings for over 16 years. I currently treat adults and children ages 10 and up. I have an extensive background working with individuals, couples and families in crisis. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, mood and substance use disorders. I am dedicated to helping support individuals and families as they go through challenging times, including interpersonal relationship problems, marital discord, grief and loss, and adjustment issues. I believe that there is always hope. Life experiences, stress, or mental health symptoms can make it difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I am invested in partnering with people as they navigate through the dark times. My eclectic approach pulls from Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and others, to meet each person where they are.

	Rebecca Kaiser, LPCI believe that the problems we experience in life have solutions and I will work with you to help you find them! You may not realize that those solutions lie within yourself and by actively listening to you, giving feedback and suggestions, I can help bring them to your awareness. I also believe that growth involves learning new skills and patterns, so I often teach coping skills to manage stress and anxiety, focus better, and change thought patterns and habits. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings in mental health for over thirty years, so I have experience with most diagnosis and treatment approaches. I specialize in anxiety disorders such as panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social phobia and generalized anxiety disorder; assessment and treatment of attention deficit disorder; major depression and other depressive disorders; bipolar disorder and other mood swing disorders; obsessive compulsive disorder; and adjustment disorders. I also specialize in helping people get through difficult experiences in life such as marital problems, domestic violence, assault and abuse, grief and loss, and work-related problems. I work with adults, adolescents, children, couples and families.I am credentialed with most major insurance policies and most EAP companies, and self pay rates are available on request. Thank you for considering allowing me to help you with your journey.
	Diane M. Keith, LPCSeeking help can be difficult. We often think we should be able to handle any problem that comes our way. However, everyone needs support at some point in their lives. A major crisis, a life transition, loss, relationship problems, emotional needs, our past interfering with our present, or just daily stressors become too much to deal with alone. We forget our strengths and become isolated, depressed, angry, or make poor choices.As your counselor, I use an eclectic approach to help you find solutions to your problems, rediscover and develop your inner strengths, and acquire valuable communication skills so you may have a happy and healthy relationship with others and yourself! If you are looking for a safe and compassionate therapist, I would love to work with you! Psychology Today Profile
	Hello! My name is Sarah Keto, LPC, RPT. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. I have 5 years experiences providing therapy services to a variety of individuals. I have experience working with individuals facing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, alcohol and substance use, trauma related issues, stress, relationship concerns, behavioral concerns, attention difficulties, and more. I work with all populations and ages. I am eclectic in my approach to therapy, using interventions from person centered, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness studies, or strengths based frameworks. I individualize my approach to therapy based on your needs and goals.I believe in the power of play, creativity, and compassion to assist us in making sense of our lives and to find solutions to live a more balanced, healthy life. I empower and encourage individuals to make positives changes to overcome a variety of challenges. Sometimes the challenges in life we face seem overwhelming and impossible. I would be honored to help you find your way.
	Sherry King, LCSW, LSCSW has a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Missouri at Columbia. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults providing therapeutic services for individuals with mood/anxiety disorders, couples/family discord, abuse/trauma, and stress/time management. Her therapeutic approach is based on a fundamental core of compassion, empowerment and respect. Sherry utilizes behavioral modification, client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and the strengths perspective frameworks. She strives to guide her clients to achieve personal success through strengthening their self-confidence and ability to make positive life choices.
	Laura Lester, LCSWHello! My name is Laura Lester. I am a LCSW in the State of Missouri and have over 8 years of experience working with patients who have a variety of mental health and medical needs. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from Northwest Missouri State University and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Missouri-Columbia.My passions are working with both children and adults who have experienced trauma, LGBT related issues, and women’s health. Some of the other issues I have experience addressing include chronic medical conditions, abuse, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relationships, grief, and crisis intervention. I enjoy working with patients who are going through life changes and may need extra guidance and support.I use a personal and laid back approach with my patients, one that feels more like a conversation rather than an interview. I utilize concepts from such therapies as interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, strengths based, and psychodynamic therapy. My goal is to help you find peace and happiness in your day to day life.
	James Kenneth Long, “Ken” is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas. He earned his Master of Science degree in Psychology in 1993. He has been married nearly 30 years and has two adult children. He served as a licensed Foster Parent for two years. Ken’s counseling specialties and emphasis areas are: anxiety, stress, anger, depression, coping skills, marriage, parenting and Christian counseling. Long’s counseling orientation is “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy”. This approach is interactive and time efficient. He can be reached directly to schedule an appointment at 816-516-2127. Messages are typically returned within one hour. He works out of the Lawrence Office.

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	Catherine Mapes, MSW, LCSWCatherine Mapes is a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas City, Mo. Her office is located between mid-town and downtown at 3100 Broadway, Suite 410. The building is handi-capped accessible and free parking is provided in the garage located on the south side of the building.Ms. Mapes has a bachelor’s degree in elementary and secondary education from Kansas University and a master’s degree in social work from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. She has been a clinical therapist for ten years, in private practice for the last two. In the previous eight years, she was Lead Therapist at the inpatient Midwestern Eating Disorders Program at Research Medical Center.She practices ‘talk” therapy based on multiple cognitive behavioral therapeutic approaches that identify maladaptive patterns of thinking and behaving, coping and calming skills, mindfulness, awareness of negative core beliefs and self-talk, with an emphasis on changing self-sabotaging behaviors. In accordance with social work ethics and philosophy, her job is to engage the patient, help identify goals, and formulate steps that are measured week to week towards these goals. The over-reaching intent is employ the client’s strengths to find the skills and motivation to make the changes that encourage and affirm rather than rely on internal negative and self-destructive habits of thought. The first session includes information and legal paperwork to establish consent to treat, hearing the client’s story, validating feelings and concerns, answering client’s questions and beginning a mutually agreed upon path to provide help. Evening hours are available Monday through Thursday. Special hours are available upon request.
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	Rene McCreary has 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. She has completed extensive training in family systems, solution focused, cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies. While Rene enjoys a general practice, treating depression, anxiety and issues of addiction, she has also worked with the National Center for Trauma Based Disorders and specializes in treating both sexual and combat trauma. Research shows that it is not the therapeutic school of thought, educational background or training received that results in positive outcomes but the “therapeutic fit”. Rene’s clients repeatedly report her to be patient, warm and engaging in addition to being very knowledgeable.
	Bethany Mealy, LPC“Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it”- Helen Keller. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be allowed into others’ lives. I deeply value connection and relationships. Life can be full of many challenges, especially for those who have experienced traumatic and adverse experiences, and I would be honored to assist you with navigating, processing, and developing skills to cope with these. I consider myself to be a flexible and empathetic therapist and believe one of the most powerful tools is the therapeutic relationship. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working in the mental health field since 2008. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, Brainspotting, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, substance use reduction/abstinence, and trauma informed care. I believe that it is important to create balance within your life so when I am not working you can find me engaging in many types of fitness, laughing with family and friends, and spending time with my fur-babies. It is possible to feel better, and I look forward to meeting you.
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	Susan E. Palmore, LSCSW, LCSW I earned my BA degree in Psychology and Child Development from Connecticut College and my MSW degree from Boston University School of Social Work. I have a wide variety of experience since earning my MSW in 1989 as both an outpatient Mental Health Clinician working with adults and children of all ages with diverse presenting concerns and diagnoses, as well as a Pediatric Clinician working predominantly with SED children and their families. I have provided individual, family and couples’ therapy as well as group therapy including court approved Anger Management and Batterer Intervention for men and women, DBT for both adult and teen populations, been involved w. I utilize evidence based practices such as DBT, CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Family Systems theory, and Motivational Interviewing based on what will best meet the needs of each client at that time. Holistic and Whole Person approach with emphasis on mind body spirituality connection and self care is also a passion of mine. As a Christian, I understand that some individuals want and need that more spiritual or faith based focus in their therapeutic process as part of their healing and growth and therefore can help clients on this journey as well. I have training in Trauma informed Care, am a certified Adult Mental Health First Aid instructor as well as a Mental Health Curriculum-Juvenile Justice certified trainer. I have extensive experience in suicide assessment and prevention, safety planning, crisis intervention including training co-workers on use of the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale, assisting area high schools with Signs of Suicide suicide assessment program for the last 2 years. I have also facilitated community presentations particularly in area middle and high schools on mental health and suicide prevention and coping skills.
	Tiffany Radcliff, LPCI am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Missouri. I enjoy working with adult clients and adult clients diagnosed with physical disabilities and/or chronic medical conditions with specializations in anxiety, depression, and stress management issues.After obtaining a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology in Columbia MO, I received a Master’s of Science degree in Counseling from Avila University in Kansas City, MO. Prior to joining Madison Avenue Psychological Services in August 2015, I have enjoyed providing a variety of counseling services, working with a variety of client populations, and working in a variety of counseling settings; providing individual therapy to adults, case management and advocacy services to individuals with various physical and developmental disabilities, individual, supportive, group therapy, and crisis intervention to patients with severe and individual and group counseling to college students.I enjoy developing a connection and establishing a collaborative relationship with clients, providing education about anxiety, depression, and stress (when needed); while also helping individuals learn effective coping skills and develop effective problem-solving skills to manage emotions, reinforce personal growth, and improve overall mental and physical health. When working with clients, I approach therapy like a conversation between therapist and client and I enjoy providing a supportive and listening ear, in a welcoming, non-judgemental, empathetic environment. I approach life with a sense of hope and perseverance and it is my hope that clients will recognize their own individual strengths and gain a sense of empowerment. Throughout my life and career, I have has also had a passion for and have remained active in educating and increasing awareness of disability related issues throughout the community.
	Mike Ragan. As a practicing Psychologist for over thirty years, Mike has at various times managed adolescent residential and group home programs, a Psychiatric Hospital program, and developed a Day Hospital program for children and adolescents. He has been in full time Outpatient General Practice since 1990. Mike’s practice includes individuals (Children over 6yrs, adolescents, adults, and seniors) Families, Couples, and Psychological testing. He particularly specializes in the diagnosis, management and treatment of AD/HD in both children and adults. He is also a person with a wide range of interests including; art, literature, cycling, fishing, snow skiing, photography, computers, property management, and rehab construction. He collects; fossils, tools and almost anything that captures his attention.
	Kathleen Ralph Hi. How are you doing? Do you seem to be experiencing more bad days than good? Have you suffered a trauma, or significant loss in your life? Do you experience anger, anxiety, or depression that interferes in your daily activities? Are you just not happy with how things are going? I appreciate people. I am open-minded, and committed to sincerely listening to people’s stories, and goals. I have training, and experiences that give me the knowledge to help those in crisis, and with every day challenges. With me, you have found someone, who will provide support, and comfort, whatever the circumstance. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 24 years of experience in the mental health field. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I work with individuals eighteen years and older, and I facilitate couple counseling. I put forth effort to meet you where you are, and help get you where you want to be.
	Deanna Rand, ART, LPC Life can certainly bring its challenges and troubles and sometimes those challenges can be overwhelming and difficult to handle. If you are needing additional support, insight and perhaps tools for how to better navigate through, I would welcome the opportunity to come alongside you and assist you in this process. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Registered Art Therapist. I am compassionate and respectful in my work with individuals and believe it is important to incorporate an individual’s strengths into their process of healing. I employ various psychological tools and approaches including mindfulness based coping strategies, cognitive behavioral therapies as well as art therapy. My experience in the mental health field spans over a 20 year period. I have experience working with individuals who have depression, anxiety, addictions and trauma.


	Kimberly Reynolds. I received my Bachelors in social psychology from Park University in May 2005 and Master of Social Work from the University of Kansas in May 2007. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri. I have a holistic, client centered approach. I believe in partnering with my clients to form a therapeutic relationship in order to achieve your goals for therapy. I work with all populations and ages. I am experienced in working with clients facing depression, anxiety, stress, grief / loss, relationship concerns, life transitions, maternal mental health, and women’s emotional health. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
	Jim Roberts has been in practice since 1978, after graduating from the University of Kansas in Social Welfare. He is licensed in Missouri and Kansas. He has received training in marriage and family therapy from the Family Institute of Kansas City and advanced training in couples therapy from the Menninger Foundation. He has been a commentator on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered” and is the author of Deliberate Love; How Couples Can Deepen and Sustain Intimacy with the Mindful Use of Attention, published in 2004. Jim sees clients with a wide range of personal problems, including depression, anxiety, grief, child-rearing, adolescent adjustment, addictions, work-related stress and relationship difficulties. Jim’s preference when seeing couples is to see both parties together in the first session. When seeing children or adolescents Jim also prefers to meet with the parents in the first session. These are only guidelines; exceptions can be considered on a case-by-case basis.
	Amy Robertson, MA, LPC Master of arts in counseling and guidance, UMKC Licensed Professional CounselorHello! Whatever you’re going through, I would be happy to help you find your way. Even if you can’t see it right now, I believe in your strength and resilience. I start by listening – really listening – so that I can understand you. I create a warm and safe place for you so that you can explore yourself, learn more and grow. I use a combination of Brainspotting, EMDR, mindfulness and dialectical behavior therapy skills to help you gain insight and learn new ways to respond to challenges. You can feel better. I look forward to meeting you. And, if you’d like, we can schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation for you to see if I could be a good fit for you.
	Fior Sandoval is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both states, Missouri and Kansas. She earned her MSW in 2009 at the University of Kansas. She has been working with adolescents, individuals, couples and families for over 10 years. She began her professional career at MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault). While at MOCSA, she co-facilitated a group utilizing DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) techniques. She has extensive training in the area of trauma. She specializes in issues surround anxiety, depression, anger management, court required assessments, PTSD, grief and loss and caregiver issues.Fior has been helping individuals at different settings, including Truman Behavioral Health- Emergency Department, Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care. Most recently she worked as a bilingual practitioner at The Family Conservancy, serving underserved populations in the community. She currently enjoys working with adolescents and their families at Argentine Middle School. As an immigrant, she understands intercultural situations and acculturation that make everyday life difficult due to immigration processes. Part of her approach is to understand and work with the nuances of different cultural backgrounds and needs.
	Marni M. Shrum MS, LPC I have a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Avila University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia with training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy and Play Therapy. Beyond my education, I have experience working with children ages 3 and up, adolescents, and adults with a variety of mental health issues, including severe and persistent mental illnesses, addictions, trauma, abuse, neglect, couples and relationship issues, grief and loss, and mood/anxiety disorders. I use a multidisciplinary approach based on the individual and their specific need and therefore use a variety of therapeutic models. I utilize cognitive/behavioral/systemic, client-centered, strength based, and behavioral modification frameworks. I believe we all go through challenges in life and I am passionate about helping people reclaim their true self to move beyond surviving to thriving and conquering.

	Darla Todd, LPCI empower families to find the strengths within each of them and work on changing their focus to strengths instead of weaknesses. Individuals tend to focus on negatives and struggle to overcome the impact of those negatives. Live changing events often impact our focus dramatically. I utilize positive psychology, EMDR, art therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as well as play therapy when needed to help engage families and individuals in healing. I embrace creativity in helping individuals find a stronger sense of peace and stability.I tend to work very well with adolescents and children who do not like counselors because of my informal approach. I have been practicing for almost five years in the field of trauma and substance use. I am passionate about helping others which is why I became a licensed professional counselor.
	Tina B Stone, LSCSW, LCSW I am a second-generation family therapist that has been in practice since 1987, married for 34 years, 2 adult daughters and now 2 sons (both daughters married); my overall philosophy is to assist clients in bringing balance to their lives by examining the emotional, physical and spiritual aspect of their lives. It is important to see the individual as a part of a system and what may work for one person may not work for another due to dynamics of their current family and unresolved issues from their past.My areas of expertise are couples, pre-marital and marriage counselling, drug and alcohol therapy, mood disorders, individual and family therapy: ages 17 to elderly.It is important that whoever you chose to see that you realize that the therapeutic relationship is critical to have any success in navigating your emotional pathway. If you do not feel a connection with your therapist within fifteen or twenty minutes that is ok; thank them and see someone else. Remember a therapist can only take you as far as they have traveled on their path and it is important that you see that there is balance in the therapist life too. Good luck in your search for a therapist to walk beside you while you navigate on your emotional path.

	Martina Windler, MAS/PsyD, CGP Maybe you feel stuck in your life, confused about your feelings and thoughts, or you’re not living your life the way you’d want to. Maybe you’ve noticed that there are patterns in your relationships or at work that are interfering with your goals and that seem to repeat themselves. Maybe there are cultural factors and expectations (family culture or culture in a broader sense) that seem to hold you back or interfere with your hopes and life plans. I can help you explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviors in order to better understand them, for symptom relief, to be more forgiving with yourself, heal and promote personal growth, and move forward. Sometimes it’s painful to look at one’s past and we’d rather avoid it. Sometimes it makes a lot of sense, though, to explore exactly these feelings in order to gain insight into how our past experiences influence the present, and in order to re-evaluate behaviors that might have been adaptive and helpful at one point, but are now interfering with your life and your goals. Together we will be able to discover that you have choices and you will become able to more actively engage life, and use your own strengths to be most true to yourself. I’m supporting you in the making of a more fulfilling life. I’m a caring and supportive psychologist with 9 years of experience as a therapist, and who’s committed to creating a safe and trusting, collaborative environment and therapeutic relationship as a foundation for exploration. Together we’ll seek to identify opportunities for growth and healing, and identify limiting beliefs, feelings and behaviors that give you the chance to experience real choice in your life. I customize my approach to each patient’s needs and preferences, integrating psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive-behavioral and humanistic approaches. I provide psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, couples, families and groups struggling with a range of interpersonal and emotional issues and from diverse backgrounds, in English, Spanish, and German. I specialize in treating people struggling with painful issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem, shame, life transitions, feelings of stagnation, grief, stress, Trauma, PTSD, substance abuse, paraphilias, getting in trouble with law enforcement.
	John M. Wubbenhorst, Sr. is a licensed psychologist. He owns and operates Madison Avenue Psychological Services, the largest mental health practice in the greater Kansas City area. He serves as a psychological consultant regarding CNS Clinical Research for Quintiles in Kansas City. John has presented papers at national and international conferences on family life, education, and also in the area of the interface between public and private sectors in Health Maintenance Organization and Community Mental Health Center administration. Presently, he is a consultant to several national Managed Behavioral Health Organizations in the areas of credentialing, programming, review of new technology efficacy, and quality assurance matters. John has taught multiple courses in undergraduate psychology at three separate colleges. He has been honored by the National Council of Alcohol and Drug Dependence as 2005 Outstanding Professional of the Year for Service. John has a general practice in psychology and mental health counseling. His therapy method is solution focused.

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Madison Avenue Psychological Services was founded in 1981 by Psychologist, John M. Wubbenhorst, Sr. with the vision of creating a mental health practice that treats every patient with dignity, respect, compassion and the very best care possible. The professionals at MAPS are highly-trained and exceptionally empathic. We understand that for many, visiting a therapist can be a stressful experience. Our comfortable surroundings and compassionate professionals will ease your fears and assist you on your road to well being.

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