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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Kansas City, MO
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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Kansas City, MO
Headway connects Kansas City residents with 944 licensed therapists experienced in trauma recovery and PTSD treatment through evidence-based approaches like EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.
“My approach to therapy involves drawing upon Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Practices, Existential Therapy, Psychodynamic theory, and EMDR.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“My practice is built on the belief that healing happens through connection, curiosity, and compassionate presence.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I view therapy as a collaboration between client and therapist. I offer a warm and inviting session atmosphere...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe that every part of you deserves to be heard and valued, and I work to create a safe, supportive environment where growth and healing feel possible.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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“I pride myself on the ability to meet clients wherever they are in their process; I can adapt to whatever therapy, interaction, or learning style works best for them.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am passionate about helping individuals and families by providing a holistic counseling approach of instruction, guidance, and insight so they can achieve meaning and purpose in their lives through personal development and emotional growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I strive to make a safe, compassionate environment, where clients can feel understood and comfortable exploring their concers.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use an individualized approach to therapy in order to adapt to the specific needs and personality of my client.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy might be seen as eclectic because I consider every method simply a tool in the toolbox.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is both supportive and direct. I help clients understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am Andrea Smalls. I have been practicing since 2005 and licensed since 2007. I have a Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance. I have worked in various settings including intensive outpatient, inpatient, private practice, and telehealth. I have worked with a variety of diagnoses to assist others in stabilizing mental health and regulating emotions.
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I employ a client-centered approach rooted in systems theory, seamlessly integrating cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I provide a safe, welcoming space to explore your challenges, develop coping strategies, and build a path toward healing and personal growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Person-centered care and validation help the client feel seen and heard, which is one of the most critical aspects of the therapeutic relationship.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative and curious, drawing on Internal Family Systems, attachment-based work, ACT, and CBT.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I work to provide a safe space for individuals, couples, and families who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by life's challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I take a solution-focused approach to therapy, helping clients build on their strengths to create meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I primarily utilize person-centered therapy, a collaborative approach that empowers clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and accepting environment.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic approach is a humanistic therapy approach that focuses on creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, values, and aspirations without judgment...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Pearson draws on 30+ years of experience to carry out his work in counseling and is an experienced people helper working with individuals, marriages, families, teens and children, and organizations.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck in painful patterns, or like you’ve had to carry too much on your own, you’re not alone. I work with teens and adults facing anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship stress, domestic violence, anger, bullying, trauma, crises, and suicidal or self-harm thoughts. I’m a down-to-earth counselor, and I show up with honesty, support, and real care.
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I use CBT and other evidence-based practices to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Feeling supported, and being heard without judgement. Having a warm, professional come along side you with encouragement...”
Trauma, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I'm warm, approachable, and genuinely invested in helping you feel supported as you navigate life's challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I feel strongly that therapy is a place where you should feel seen and heard as well as challenged and respected.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I truly believe that anyone can find true purpose and identity in life but often need a "guide" to assist them on their journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about serving individuals on their holistic journey. I focus on using the attachment base to support and learn to integrate your Faith through the struggles of life experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“You'll be met, understood, and supported in a way that feels real. You will laugh, you will cry, you will cuss... and, you will heal.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I strive to bring warmth, authenticity, and compassion into the therapy room while also gently challenging patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
I am seasoned therapist with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with a wide range of clientele.
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach to care is warm, collaborative, and centered on you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist, and EMDRIA Certified EMDR therapist.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Expect to learn and practice skills in thought evaluation, effective communication, emotional regulation and mindfulness strategies that can be immediately applied to daily life and extended to confidence in addressing future challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm direct, open-minded, and focused on solutions. You'll understand what's going on and you'll leave with things you can actually use.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is always to provide a caring, understanding environment allowing clients to feel safe and heard.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Once we understand what sets those reactions in motion, we can begin to slow things down and create space for choice instead of automatic response.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and centered on building a strong therapeutic connection.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to provide empathetic and compassionate guidance, which will allow you to feel less alone and isolated.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel empowered, supported, and understood throughout the process.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My true passion and expertise lies in trauma (specifically preverbal and complex traumas in children).”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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