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Debra Neal, LCPC, LPC, ICGC 2

Debra Neal, LCPC, LPC, ICGC 2

Professional Counselor

7180 W. 107th St. Ste 21, Overland Park, Kansas 66212 | 816-805-0732

I believe that every individual and couples deserves get more of what they want and need out of their relationships and their life. The most important relationship is the one that you have with yourself. I empower and equip others with the clarity and the confidence.

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Therapy Leawood, KS

Counseling Prairie Village, Shawnee Mission, Overland Park, Fairway, Merriam

Leawood, Kansas is a family-friendly city with activities galore for children, teenagers, and adult members of the family. For history buffs, plan a visit to the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum. Night owls and couples who seek a night out on the town will enjoy the restaurants and clubs in Westport, an entertainment district that also has shops, theaters, and galleries. Kids will enjoy Science City, where they can learn more about all things science. They are sure to love splashing around at the Great Wolf Lodge, an indoor waterpark with plenty of fun activities.1 No matter what your family likes to do, activities are abundant in Leawood!

Mental Health in Leawood

Catholic Community Hospice has a number of grief support groups to meet the distinct needs of each individual group member. Some meetings focus on sharing feelings and learning how to work through the pain of grief. Other meetings focus on educating individuals about the grieving process and sharing resources that can help one overcome their intense feelings of sadness. To find a meeting place near you, call 913-649-2026.2

Community outreach and education is key to reducing stigma associated with mental illness and raising awareness of mental health issues. Thrive engages in various workshops and seminars to make education about mental health easy for all members of the community. Specialized classes are also available for specific mental health topics. Facilitators can work with large and small groups, organizations, and families. Contact Thrive at 913-626-9915 for additional details.3

Current Education

Both public school districts that serve the students of Leawood offer supplementary programs that meet the diverse educational needs of special needs kids as well as those that are academically gifted. The objectives of the Blue Valley School District Gifted Education Program are to provide advanced students with opportunities for investigative learning, while offering support programs that enhance social and emotional development.4 The Special Education Services Department of the Shawnee Mission School District offers specialized instruction, learning environments, and assistive equipment to children who have a disability. Whether children require academic support, physical or occupational therapy, or social skills training, the district has the necessary resources to meet their needs. Call the Shawnee Mission School District at 913-993-6200 to inquire about the special services available.5


References

1. Leawood Chamber of Commerce. (2017). Metro Area Attractions. Retrieved from http://www.leawoodchamber.org/metro_area_attractions.cfm
2. Catholic Community Hospice. (2017). Grief Support. Retrieved from http://www.catholiccharitiesks.org/hospice-grief-support-and-family-resources
3. Thrive. (2017). Community Education. Retrieved from http://www.thrivekc.org/events/
4. Blue Valley Schools. (2017). Goals and Objectives. Retrieved from http://www.bluevalleyk12.org/education/components/scrapbook/default.php?sectiondetailid=2068&
5. Shawnee Mission School District. (2017). Special Education Services. Retrieved from http://specialed.smsd.org/Pages/default.aspx

Leawood is located in Johnson County, Kansas. It has a land area of 15.06 square miles and a water area of 0.09 square miles.  The population of Leawood is 34,579 people with 12,433 households and a median annual income of $139,384. .


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Widely Affordable

Licensed, professional counseling in Leawood is considered widely accessible by the majority of people who live here and budget is often not a concern for mental health treatment. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Leawood public health department.