Lee Summit, Missouri Therapists

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Linda Pogo
LPC, Master's of Educational and Counseling Psychology, Certified Professional Coach, Yoga Teacher- 200
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Missouri

Gain and loss, pain and pleasure, praise and blame, fame and shame: these 8 worldly winds will blow through your life. They have the potential to connect you to your human family. How you choose to respond to these changes determines the inner...
Lisa Jonas
LCSW, LSCSW
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Kansas City, MIssouri

Hello! My name is Lisa Jonas. I am a licensed social worker in the state of Missouri. I work with individuals who are suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and other life issues. I believe that you are the expert in...
Terry Palmer
MA, PLPC
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Washington, Missouri

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Missouri

Married 40 plus years, 4 children all grown. 3 grandchildren. Lost one son due to addictions. Ex-pastor for over 20 years. Musician, singer, photographer, and audiophile. Collector of vinyl.
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Lees Summit, Missouri

Each of us bring a unique perspective to how we interact with the world around us. I pride myself in maintaining a position of openness and radical acceptance. It is said that those that practice what they teach are most effective as clinicians....
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Missouri

You appear to others to have it all together, but inside you are falling apart. You go through life with a smile on your face supporting others, waiting for someone to notice you're not really okay. You cope by working hard at work and/or school;...
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Saint Charles, Missouri

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Missouri

Scott received his undergraduate in communication studies from Truman State University, first sparking his deep interest in the manner in which people interact, communicate, and live life together. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts he went on to...
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Missouri

I offer a therapy called Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT). It's a specialty treatment for people with excessive control - introverts, perfectionists, worriers, brooders, and the notably stubborn. When self-control is over-expressed, people struggle to...
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Columbia, Missouri

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Missouri

Emily Crawford-Thompson, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in Psychological Evaluations with teens (ages 16 and up) and adults, including those who wish to be evaluated for possible Autism Spectrum Disorder. With over 12...
Erika Russina
LPC 172, MA
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Ballwin, Missouri

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Missouri

Erika Russina is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Counselor with a degree in Clinical Psychology. She strives to create a warm, non-judgmental environment in which clients feel understood and comfortable exploring issues, while...
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Springfield, Missouri

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Missouri

After teaching for 15 years, I felt a calling to work more one on one with individuals desiring to feel more fulfilled with their lives. My training has taught me that many of the issues we feel are getting way of our happiness are skills that theor...
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Missouri

I am a highly experienced and compassionate mental health professional with a doctorate in Counseling Psychology from University of Missouri-Columbia and post-doctoral training at Barnard College in New York City. I have been a practicing...
Dr. Cal Spinks
LPC, Ed.D., MA
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St. Louis, Missouri

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Missouri

Calvin E. Spinks Ed.D., LPC, NCC, BC-TMH is the founder of 2nd Genesis Foundation, Quantum Consulting Group, & the developer of WPTCares Empowerment Center located in St. Louis Missouri. In addition, he is the Principal Investigator for a 2.5...
Valerie Akerson
LCSW, MSW
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Richmond Heights, Missouri

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Missouri

Valerie Akerson, MSW, LCSW has spent her social work career in a hospital setting. For the past ten years, her focus has been on maternal mental health; specifically working with women with high risk pregnancies due to a congenital anomaly...
Lacita Moody
MA, PLPC, NCC
Teletherapy for Clients In:

Missouri

You are not the only one who feels invalidated about how you feel, who has experienced trauma or abuse that impacts your ability to be in lasting healthy relationships, or who is experiencing life transition. I am here to make sure your voice is not...
Liana Nelson
LMHC, L.P.C, MS
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North Carolina, Missouri

Is sex a difficult subject and the thought of sex and intimacy sends you on an emotional rollercoaster? Do you find yourself guarded and struggling to connect and commit even with yourself? Avoidance is no longer working and it seems impossible to...
Tammy Neil
LPC, Ph.D.
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Cave Springs, Arkansas

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Arkansas, Missouri

For nearly two decades, I have been compassionately helping people through all walks of life. My extensive experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor has offered relief, peace, and healing for many dealing with everything from anxiety and...
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Missouri

Aya Kawasaki is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Although Aya is a cisgender, Aya prefers gender-neutral pronouns. Aya earned a Master's degree in Social Work at Washington University in Saint Louis. They has been in clinical practice since 2008....
Joy Onukogu
MA, LPC
Teletherapy for Clients In:

Missouri

Joy Onukogu is the Owner /Therapist of Ngozi Counseling LLC. Joy provides individual, couples, and group counseling services in office or virtually. Joy is also a trained Prenatal and Postpartum Doula and received her training at Jamaa Birth Village...
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Moscow Mills, Missouri

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Missouri

Kara sees patients work through marital, parenting, and interpersonal relationship struggles. She encourages productive communication, constructive boundaries, and healthy, loving environments. She addresses depression and anxiety by instilling hope...
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Kirkwood, Missouri

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Missouri

I What if you didn’t have to live this way? If you struggle with anxiety, OCD, adult ADD/ADHD, or with chronic pain, I am here to help you answer this question. I find great joy in assisting my clients to overcome their greatest challenges and...
Dr. Monique Burns
LCSW, Ph.D., LSCSW
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Missouri, Kansas

For the past 30 years, I have held positions in clinical, administrative, and academic social work. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. Together through discussion, new ideas come to the surface to shed light on patterns of...
Jody Hansen
LPC 172
Teletherapy for Clients In:

Missouri

MY APPROACH TO HELPING Finding the right counselor is a difficult undertaking! You have come to the right choice. I bring to you the best of experience: I've been a crisis counselor for the US Postal Service, worked with the Dr. Phil show, appeared...
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Connecticut, Missouri

We are experiencing shifts in the world right now, and that can bring up many questions along with anxiety that feels out of control and can cause strain on our lives and relationships. As a trained Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapist, I am...
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Missouri

Embracing healing and wellness is key to maximizing your potential. Serving as a therapist and educator, I help clients understand the underlying factor(s) contributing to unresolved issues within their personal & professional lives. My goal is to...

An Overview of Mental Health in Lee’s Summit, Missouri

Lee Summit, Missouri, is a city of just under 100,000 residents located in Jackson County. The city, which is the sixth largest in the state, is part of the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan Area. Families in this fast-growing community enjoy a low rate of crime, outstanding public schools, higher than average income ($94,224 median family income), and a lower than average cost of living. The weather is generally pleasant with 216 clear days per year on average. Money magazine named Lee’s Summit #41 on its list of the Best Places to Live 2018.

Lee’s Summit residents aged 12 years and older who need mental health services can find assistance through the Research Psychiatric Center, which partners with Lee’s Summit Medical Center in the provision of care. This is one of the only full-service inpatient facilities in the area. Day treatment and outpatient care are also available in the community. The staff of the Research Psychiatric Center includes psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, and social workers.

Mental Health Statistics for Lee’s Summit, Missouri

In 2017, a community health assessment was compiled for Jackson County through the local health department. The study used the definition of mental health given by the World Health Organization. Mental health is “a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life…” The definition includes emotional, social, and psychological health. Several facts in the report provide a snapshot of the state of mental health in the area.

  • Substance abuse and mental health concerns, along with obesity, made up the top three community health concerns cited by stakeholders.
  • Residents reported having more days of “poor mental health” than “poor physical health.” 56 percent of survey respondents reported at least one such day in the past month.
  • In 2015, Jackson County had a suicide rate of 12.66 for every 100,000 residents. It is one of the top 10 leading causes of death.
  • Anxiety is the number one reason for emergency room visits related to mental health.
  • Poverty can exacerbate mental health issues and make it more difficult to access treatment. Most of Jackson County’s households have an annual income below the average for the state.

Family Mental Health Issues

Many people don’t feel the need to seek help with their mental and/or emotional well-being until they encounter difficulties at home or with family. Some of the most common difficulties center around marital troubles and addiction. Challenging times like those call for professional assistance.

In Lee’s Summit in 2016, approximately 60 percent of the adult population was married. Twenty-five percent had never been married, 10 percent were divorced, and 5 percent reported losing a spouse to death. While the divorce rate is lower than the state average, that doesn’t mean marital strife doesn’t exist. The city has several counselors and therapists to assist those going through a divorce, the death of a partner, or a similar family issue. These professionals can be found in large healthcare complexes and private practice.

Addiction takes many forms. While most people think of substance abuse, such as alcoholism or illegal drug use, other issues such as pornography and gambling are serious and rapidly growing problems. Jackson County, like many parts of the country, has significant challenges around prescription drugs like opioids. The average age of people seeking addiction treatment is decreasing, with a growing population of teenagers in need of help. No matter who in the family is dealing with an addiction, it’s a stressor for the whole household.