Marriage Counselor
Cheryl Pendell, MA, LPC, NCC, CPT
Licensed Professional Counselor
In 64116 - Nearby to Lenexa.
I create space for distressed couples to truly be heard by their partner and alleviate the pain that is causing them from having the meaningful connections they ultimately desire. I specialize in relational trauma and provide hope for you when yours has run out.
Marriage Counselor
Debra Neal, LCPC, LPC, ICGC 2
Professional Counselor
In 66212 - Nearby to Lenexa.
Do you have constant tension and resentment in your committed relationship? Have your physical, emotional or sexual intimacy wilting or withered? Are you dealing with infidelity, pornography, or sex addiction? If you answered yes, call (816) 805-0732
Marriage Counselor
Alex Ehrsam, M.S., LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 66212 - Nearby to Lenexa.
Two people who love each other often grow apart. The harder they try to connect, the more it seems to stay the same or actually get worse. Alex utilizes scientifically validated brief therapies to help couples who want to do the work to reconnect safely and securely
Marriage Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 64101 - Nearby to Lenexa.
Though we are not licensed marriage counselors, Grey Matters International, Inc. provides cutting edge brain optimization and rebalancing technology to better align the minds of partners to reduce conflict, increase hope---for the brain has the final word on change.
Marriage Counselor
Barbara Cleverdon, M.S., LCMFT
Licensed Clinical Marriage & Family Therapist
In 66112 - Nearby to Lenexa.
This is a systems approach practice looking at families, their structure, values, relationships and how it has impacts our development. We explore what each spouse brings to the relationship, what works, what doesn't and how you want your relationship to develop.
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City of Lenexa
Kansas Behavioral Services Regulatory Board
Family Therapy Lenexa, KS
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Lenexa has 30 different parks that are great for the whole family to visit and play. The parks range in play areas for kids to parks for running your dogs. Be sure to visit the city's largest park with over 53 acres to explore and multitudes of trails to walk or ride.1 There is also an aqua center with water slides, which the kids love! Of course, the lake is great to catch fish or just skip rocks. There are also many different private schools to choose from, such as the Holy Trinity Catholic School, Holy Spirit Catholic School, Midland Adventist Academy, and Christ Lutheran Church to name a few. Don't forget to visit one of the many museums in Lenexa, including the Legler Barn Museum, Nerman Museum which has contemporary art, the Wonderscope Children's Museum, or the Shawnee Town Museum. There is something for everyone to see and experience!
Marriage and Family Mental Health in Lenexa
The Family Conservancy seeks to provide easy access to resources for parents who need occasional guidance. The agency's parenting expert provides weekly and monthly tips for improving skills for parents to view for free online. The agency has also compiled a list of Kansas City area resources for parents including classes, workshops, and seminars on common family topics such as ADHD, building self-esteem, and reducing negative behaviors through positive discipline strategies. Call 913-342-1110 for additional details.2
Children exiting the Kansas foster care system can continue to receive support services through KVC Kansas. Their LIFE program facilitates connections between foster children and the community. These connections with adult mentors, community members, and local service organizations help ease the transition from childhood into adulthood and improve the likelihood that foster children will go on to lead successful lives. Adult mentors commit to teaching current and former foster children vocational skills such as time management, organization, and problem solving. Mentors also provide insight into skills for daily living and ways to improve social skills and mental health functioning. To find out more about the LIFE program, call 913-956-5319.3
Family Services and Assistance Programs
Johnson County operates several Outreach Centers where needy families can receive temporary aid. The Medicine Cabinet program provides emergency medical assistance, from prescriptions and over-the-counter medications, to assistive equipment and eyeglasses. Financial assistance is also available, so families can pay rent, utilities, and other monthly bills without the fear of being left on the street. Social service supports provide a further safety net for families that have mental health concerns. Call 913-715-5000 to inquire about these programs.4
Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas offer a number of programs for immigrant and refugee families that help make the transition to life in the United States as smooth as possible. Legal assistance is provided so families can more easily navigate the processes for naturalization and citizenship. The charity also provides resettlement services for hundreds of refugees each year, many of whom have nothing when they arrive. Housing, food, clothing, and other essentials help families stabilize their situation in the short-term. Access to employment services, ESL courses, and mental health services ensure families are provided for in the long-term. Further details about these programs are available by calling Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas at 913-906-8945.5
References
1. City of Lenexa. (2017). Lenexa Parks. Retrieved from http://www.lenexa.com/parks/parks.html2. Family Conservancy. (2017). Parenting Resources. Retrieved from http://www.thefamilyconservancy.org/resources/parenting-resources/parenting-class-calendar
3. KVC Kansas. (2017). LIFE: Launch Into Future Excellence. Retrieved from http://kansas.kvc.org/services/life/
4. Johnson County. (2017). Outreach Services. Retrieved from http://www.jocogov.org/dept/human-services/outreach/outreach-services
5. Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas. (2017). Family Stabilization. Retrieved from http://www.catholiccharitiesks.org/familystabilization
Lenexa is located in Johnson County, Kansas. It has a land area of 34.10 square miles and a water area of 0.33 square miles. The population of Lenexa is 52,490 people with 20,006 households and a median annual income of $75,954. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Lenexa, KS
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Establishing weekly sessions with a professional therapist is considered affordable in Lenexa for the average family. While sustaining a commitment to therapy is usually not an issue, if mental health treatment feels like a burden please ask your counselor about accepted insurance plans or sliding scale fees. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Lenexa public health department.