Counseling in Kansas City, MO. Find the Right Therapist.

Safe, effective, and caring. Affordable therapists near you in Kansas City, Missouri will help you make the changes you want.


Richelle Stillwell, LPC, CMHC, CFTP,

Richelle Stillwell, LPC, CMHC, CFTP,

Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Certified Family Trauma Professional

455 SW Ward Rd, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64081 | 816799-7953

My desire as your therapist is to partner with you on your journey to healing and wholeness. I am a creative professional, who will work to identify your unique self and goals, and will tailor your therapy to complement that distinctiveness within you.

Cheryl Pendell, MA, LPC, NCC, CPT

Cheryl Pendell, MA, LPC, NCC, CPT

Licensed Professional Counselor

1201 NW Briarcliff Parkway, Suite 200, Kansas City, Missouri 64116 | 816-699-2047

There are different issues that might bring you to counseling. Finding a therapist you can connect and build an alliance with is important to your success in therapy. I provide a safe and peaceful environment to explore with you what you need to move towards growth.

Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.

Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.

Coach/Change Agent/Consultant

Kansas City, Missouri 64101 | 1-877-606-6161

Grey Matters International, Inc and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, Ph.D.is not counseling or the professional practice of psychology. We help the brain do the changing with powerful technology that can dramatically reduce time,frustration, and money spent on your goals

Kirk Shelton, LPC

Kirk Shelton, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Available for Online Therapy

I emphasize resilience, self-leadership, and compassion. Together, we navigate life's challenges, tapping into your innate ability to adapt and change. I welcome clients of all ages, focusing particularly on adolescents and adults.


Related Sites:
City of Kansas City, MO
Missouri Committee of Professional Counselors and Registration

Counseling Kansas City Missouri

Therapist Westwood, North Kansas City, Mission Hills, Mt Hope, Kensington, Shawnee Heights, Beacon Hill, Riverview, Fairfax, Lykins, Coronado, Victory Hills, Bethel Welborn, Quindaro Bluffs, Fairway, Countryside, Merriam, Mission

Kansas City, Missouri is filled with more attractions than one can imagine. If you are a chocolate lover, Chip's Chocolate Factory is a great place for an educational family outing on the makings of fudge and your other favorite treats. The city is also home of Coco Key Water Resort; this indoors area is great for children, teenagers, and adults featuring slides, spas, and family restaurants. Kaleidoscope (a free interactive art studio for children), the Kansas City Zoo, and Oceans of Fun (outdoor waterpark) are more of the numerous family fun activities this city has to offer. Science City at Union Station is a fantastic attraction aimed for children of all ages, with fossil digging and a NASA simulator.1 For a family activity that your teenagers and children are sure to enjoy, make sure to visit Worlds of Fun to gain an adrenaline rush on the local rollercoaster. The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art located on Oak Street is worldly and enjoyable for the entire family.

Mental Health in Kansas City

Kansas City and the greater Jackson County region, similar to many other areas in the United States, experience a high incidence of substance abuse. Due to its location in the center of the country at the intersection of several major interstates, the presence of illegal substances is high. The National Drug Intelligence Center places Kansas City's use of drugs well above the national average. As such, substance abuse recovery programs and therapists trained in working with addictions are in extremely high demand.2

To address the need for accessible mental health care, the Kansas City's Metropolitan Council of Community Mental Health Centers (MCCMHC) oversees the operation of seven community mental health clinics. With programs designed specifically for low-income families, the centers seek to establish a safety net for those who might not otherwise have access or be able to afford quality behavioral health care. Programs that address a variety of mental health conditions are available for children, adults, and the elderly. Each year, the centers provide services for over 62,000 individuals.3

Current Education

The University of Missouri at Kansas City offers a master's degree program in counseling and guidance that prepares graduates to serve their community's mental health needs. Students can concentrate in one of three areas: couples and family, mental health, or school counseling. The wide variety of classroom and field-based learning experiences at the university's Community Counseling and Assessment Services gives students the knowledge and skills they require in order to effectively work with any population. Further information about the program is available by calling the UMKC School of Education at 816-235-2234.4


References

1. Science City at Union Station. (2017). Home - Science City. Retrieved from http://www.sciencecity.com/
2. The City of Kansas City Public Health Department. (2008). Community Health Assessment. Retrieved from http://www.kcmo.org/idc/groups/health/documents/health/drug_use08.pdf
3. Metropolitan Council of Community Mental Health Centers. (2017). About the Metro Council. Retrieved from http://www.mentalhealthkc.org/about
4. University of Missouri at Kansas City. (2017). Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance. Retrieved from http://education.umkc.edu/academics/masters-degrees/master-of-arts-in-counseling-and-guidance/

Kansas City is a city that is located in multiple counties- Cass County and Platte County and Jackson County and Clay County in Missouri. It has a land area of 314.97 square miles and a water area of 4.00 square miles.  The population of Kansas City is 475,378 people with 195,033 households and a median annual income of $45,821. .


Therapy Affordability Meter for Kansas City, MO

Some budgeting needed

While counseling can certainly be an expense for individuals and families in Kansas City, with proper budgeting, it is entirely do-able and the risk/reward is worth it. For some families, it may be difficult to sustain a commitment to therapy without proper insurance coverage. If this is you, ask your therapist about low cost options as practitoners in and around Kansas City may have flexibility or sliding scales. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Kansas City public health department.