Kansas City, MO Compassion Focused Therapists

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Alfreda Shields
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ... More
Kansas City, MO
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Meru Health
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital menta... More
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Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital mental health program designed to help people feel... More
Who might be a good fit for Meru Health?
Those coping with depression, anxiety, or sleep difficulties may find Meru Health’s approach to be well-aligned. Its blend of evidence-based therapies combined with wearable biofeedback and flexible, around-the-clock digital access offers support that fits into varied lifestyles and promotes holistic mental well-being. View Profile
Kansas City, MO
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Eric Key
Mr. Key is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to patients of all ages. With a patient-centered approach, Mr. Key believ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Male
Mr. Key is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to patients of all ages. With a patient-centered approach, Mr. Key believes in building strong relationships with his ... More
Kansas City, MO
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VICTORIA SCHLEEPER
Hi, I’m Victoria. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and support... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
LPC
Female
Hi, I’m Victoria. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and support. My goal is to create a safe and collaborati... More
Kansas City, MO
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Beverly Hopgood
Beverly Hopgood, MA, LPC, is a seasoned mental health therapist with over a decade of experience. She has worked in various mental... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Beverly Hopgood, MA, LPC, is a seasoned mental health therapist with over a decade of experience. She has worked in various mental health settings including hospitals, communi... More
Kansas City, MO
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Rita Giglio
Rita Giglio, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with several years of experience providin... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Rita Giglio, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with several years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care across i... More
Kansas City, MO
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Ameerah Ali
Ameerah Ali M.A., LPC is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in trauma, anxiety a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Ameerah Ali M.A., LPC is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in trauma, anxiety and depression. She has over 15 years' experie... More
Kansas City, MO
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Tina Van Meter
Tina Van Meter is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sexual Addiction Ther... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Tina Van Meter is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist licensed in Kansas and Washington State... More
Kansas City, MO
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David Francis
David Francis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over four decades of experience serving individuals across the lifespan, i... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Male
David Francis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over four decades of experience serving individuals across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and o... More
Kansas City, MO
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Theresa Kennedy Patton
Theresa Patton is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience treating addiction, borderlin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Theresa Patton is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 20 years of experience treating addiction, borderline personality disorder (BPD), racial identity... More
Kansas City, MO
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Venita Ninemire
Venita Ninemire, APN is a caring and skilled practitioner, certified in both family practice and in psychiatry and mental health. ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Venita Ninemire, APN is a caring and skilled practitioner, certified in both family practice and in psychiatry and mental health. Venita has over 7 years of practice experienc... More
Kansas City, MO
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Daniel Lowenstein
Daniel Lowenstein is a psychiatrist who has been providing Psychiatric care to adults with depression and anxiety for 8 years. He... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Male
Daniel Lowenstein is a psychiatrist who has been providing Psychiatric care to adults with depression and anxiety for 8 years. He was drawn to the practice of mental health b... More
Kansas City, MO
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Connie Cameron
Connie J. Cameron LPC brings a variety of skills developed and practiced through more than 12 years of experience working in the M... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Connie J. Cameron LPC brings a variety of skills developed and practiced through more than 12 years of experience working in the Mental Health field. She has the ability to co... More
Kansas City, MO
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Rachel Hill
Dr. Rachel Y. Hill is a Doctoral prepared nurse certified as a Family, Psychiatric, and Advanced Holistic Nurse Practitioner. She ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Dr. Rachel Y. Hill is a Doctoral prepared nurse certified as a Family, Psychiatric, and Advanced Holistic Nurse Practitioner. She specialized in holistic and integrative medic... More
Kansas City, MO
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Abigail Judge
Abigail Kelsey Judge is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been serving the Kansas City Metro area since 2009. With o... More
Therapist
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Female
Abigail Kelsey Judge is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been serving the Kansas City Metro area since 2009. With over 15 years of experience, Abigail specializ... More
Kansas City, MO
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Kelly Ratz
Kelly Ratz MSN, RN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC Kelly is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), who has worke... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Kelly Ratz MSN, RN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC Kelly is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), who has worked with individuals across the lifespan. She h... More
Kansas City, MO
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Jessica Palmer
Jessica Palmer is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Salem State U... More
Therapist
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Female
Jessica Palmer is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Salem State University. With over five years of experience... More
Who might be a good fit for Jessica?
Clients in need of guidance around personal growth and emotional resilience could benefit from Jessica Palmer’s approach. She blends evidence-based therapies like CBT and mindfulness with cultural sensitivity to support individuals from diverse backgrounds as they work through life’s transitions and challenges. View Profile
Kansas City, MO
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Karnilla Jolly
Karnilla Jolly, LCSW is an experienced psychotherapist who combines compassion and clinical expertise to support individuals facin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Karnilla Jolly, LCSW is an experienced psychotherapist who combines compassion and clinical expertise to support individuals facing complex mental health challenges. She speci... More
Kansas City, MO
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Farah Shaddix
Farah Shaddix is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing an array of mental health s... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Farah Shaddix is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing an array of mental health services to adult patients with depression and... More
Kansas City, MO
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Nicole Lakebrink
Nicole Lakebrink, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of experience helping individuals create lives root... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Kansas City, Missouri
Female
Nicole Lakebrink, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of experience helping individuals create lives rooted in self-worth, resilience, and fulfillment... More
Kansas City, MO
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Mental Health Services in Kansas City, Missouri

Home to over 495,000 individuals, Kansas City, Missouri offers a blend of urban lifestyle and midwestern charm. Known for its jazz heritage, robust arts scene, and tantalizing barbecue, Kansas City is a rich cultural hub, nestled beside the Missouri River.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Kansas City Residents

The primary mental-health concerns in Kansas City include anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. According to the Missouri Department of Mental Health, approximately 1 in 5 adults in Missouri experience mental health conditions each year.

Access to Care & Providers in Kansas City

Residents of Kansas City, Missouri can access a range of public and private mental health services. The city offers several crisis lines and community organizations, including the Kansas City Assessment and Triage Center, which provides immediate assistance for mental health crises. Additionally, local initiatives like the Kansas City Mental Health Court aim to improve access to therapeutic justice.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Kansas City.
  • Many mental health therapists in Kansas City, Missouri specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused care.
  • Unique local offerings include e-therapy, bilingual care, and veteran support services.

Local Policies & Stressors

The cost of living in Kansas City is relatively affordable compared to other major cities, though industry pressures, especially from the tech sector, can contribute to stress. The city's sizable student population and increasing remote-work trends can also impact mental well-being.

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