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I earned the MSW from the University of Kansas in 2014. I have since engaged in a range of direct human and mental health service work; including in-home therapy with youth and their families connected to state child protective services; crisis therapy and case management in a short-term crisis stabilization facility; outpatient community mental health therapy including work with individuals, families or couples, and groups.

I specialize in supporting women navigating complex experiences that often go misunderstood. This includes women who have experienced harm within spiritual or religious communities—whether that's spiritual abuse, religious trauma, or the complicated grief of leaving a faith tradition. I also work with women managing anxiety, depression, and interpersonal trauma.

If you've felt silenced, questioned your own reality, or struggled to trust yourself after difficult experiences, you're not alone. My practice is a place where your story matters, your feelings are valid, and healing is possible.

Are you navigating the complexities of your mental and physical health simultaneously? Dealing with anxiety, depression, or ADHD can be overwhelming, especially when managing chronic pain, insomnia, or another chronic illness. I am a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC) specializing in whole-person, integrated care. I focus on treating the full spectrum of you—not just your symptoms—to help you achieve comprehensive wellness and stability

I'm a Licensed Master and Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience helping people through some of life's hardest moments. I work with individuals, families, and groups, and I have specialized training in trauma, eating disorders, and sexual health concerns. I'm also passionate about the bigger picture — how the world around us affects our mental health — and I bring that perspective into my work. I'm currently accepting new clients.

I believe in meeting my clients where they're at. They are the expert in their own story. I'm just here to listen, help process, maybe challenge, and encourage them in their journey. I went to Newman University for my Master's Degree and went on to get my Clinical License. I have worked with varying populations including teens, adults, geriatrics, the prison population, couples counseling, and Christian Counseling. I enjoy working with people who have been through trauma or grief or have experienced anxiety or depression.

I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, substance use challenges, emotional overwhelm, and difficult life transitions. Many of the clients I support feel exhausted from carrying stress, self-doubt, unhealthy coping patterns, or the emotional weight of trying to manage everything on their own.

My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel safe, heard, and respected. Together, we’ll work toward understanding what’s keeping you stuck, strengthening healthier coping skills, and creating meaningful, lasting change that supports your emotional wellbeing and everyday life.

As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to create hope and help people to realize that together we can overcome whatever struggles they are facing. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I have been a nurse for 27 years, and I strive to show compassion and understanding to everyone who needs help.

Donald J. Crowder, LSCSW LCAC KCGC

Don is a Kansas Social Worker licensed at the highest level, as a LSCSW. Don is a clinical social worker with a specialization in psychiatric social work. Don has 40 years in the behavior health field, originating as a Licensed Mental Health Technician working for the world-famous Menninger Clinic. Don grew in the helping professions through roles as recreation therapy aide, mental retardation technician, care coordinator and mental health liaison. These experiences ranged in breath from inpatient psychiatry, community bound programs, partial hospitalization and outpatient clinics. Don began his professional practice in 1998 with his Masters in Social Work and immediately began a private practice.

Don has been a provider for the Military and Family Life program for many years and accepted affiliation with the Department of Defense in Spring of 2008. Don bridged the programs in Germany between the Summer School Enrichment Program at a DoDEA, the CYS and the Sports Programs.

Don was a lecturer for Human Services for Washburn University in Kansas. The balanced between the role as an MFLC and an Adjunct Faculty was managed by transitioning his classes to on-line.

As a proud Kansas Social Worker Don was very pleased about the opportunity as a team member at the Army Garrison in Ft Riley KS. As a deployable civilian counselor Don rotated between Japan and Ft Riley for the next 15 years. Don took opportunities between overseas assignments to practice as an Army Social worker and a program manager with the local community mental health center.

I'm passionate about helping women navigate the unique challenges they face. I understand the pressures of balancing multiple roles, the impact of societal expectations, and the importance of self-care. I strive to create a non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. During our initial sessions, I'll listen to and understand your story. I want to know what brings you here, your hopes, and your concerns. I'll explore your history, current challenges, and strengths. This comprehensive understanding helps me tailor my approach to your specific needs. Together, we'll establish realistic and achievable goals.