Therapists in Olathe, KS and Nearby Locations

Find a therapist in Olathe, Kansas that meets your needs. Browse our comprehensive list of affordable and licensed therapists in Olathe to find a professional specializing in counseling people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and more.

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Nebraska, Kansas

Patricia (Trish) Carter has accumulated over 30 years of experience in the social services field while at Boystown, The Salvation Army, and as a professional counselor in private practice. She is Board Certified in Neurofeedback and is a Nebraska...
Diana Johnson
LPC-Supervisor 1, L.P.C, LCPC, MS
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Liberty, Missouri

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Missouri, Kansas

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Kansas, Missouri

My clients are sensitive, smart, and creative, but may find these strengths difficult to access and manage. As a result they may feel disconnected, anxious, and depressed. They often self medicate with alcohol, drugs, or food. I help people...
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Missouri, Kansas

I enjoy helping those who are looking for help and solutions to their problems. I began working for those with relationship issues and sexual addictions. I have worked with women and children dealing with various trauma-related situations. ​ I...
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Mission, Kansas

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Kansas, Missouri

Therapy is so much more than sitting on a couch and talking about feelings. Therapy is a deeply personal experience where space is created to get to know yourself, figure out what’s driving your relationships, and gain confidence in your ability...
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...
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Missouri, Kansas

Your pain is real and your pain is valid. Are you tired of pretending that “everything is fine” when you are deeply hurting inside? Are you tried of wearing a mask and keeping parts of yourself hidden? Is your body trying to tell you about the...
Melissa Wright
MA, LPC, RPT-S, NCC
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Kansas City, Kansas

I am passionate about helping kids, teens and families.  I have 20 years of experience, with a laid back approach and tailor the therapy process to a person's personality and temperament.  I always keep parents in the loop and even make the...
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Overland Park, Kansas

Laurie has been trained as a family therapist, a trauma informed therapist, play therapist, and in the use of EMDR. She loves to help individuals and families capitalize on their strengths and values to achieve what they are hoping for through...
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Kansas

Dr. Katrina Ostmeyer began her career in behavioral health at 19, when she became an Assistant Teaching Parent at The Achievement Place for Boys. At this time, she also started her first clinical practicum working with children with autism at the...
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Overland Park, Kansas

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Kansas

We get ourselves all tangled up in circumstances and relationships. Our anxiety level goes up, the thinking and problem-solving part of us goes down and we begin to think there's no way out. I bring objectivity to your situation and help you get...
James Cochran
NCC, MA, LCPC
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Overland Park, Kansas

I like people. I think deep down, whatever else might be true, we’re all just trying to do our best. And I’m really passionate about helping people do their best. I’ve been practicing for a while now in a few different contexts. I completed my...
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Lenexa, Kansas

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Kansas, Missouri

Today marks the day I return home to myself." - B. Taplin. Many experiences in life can leave us feeling lost and disconnected from ourselves. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or discouraged. Maybe you're asking yourself,...
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Lawrence, Kansas

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Kansas

I am a Licensed Master Level Psychologist. I worked in the corporate world prior to becoming a therapist. Every decade seems to bring a faster pace with higher expectations. People need more effective and efficient strategies for managing today’s...
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Olathe, Kansas

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Kansas

My goal as a therapist is to introduce hope, assist with growth, so that you find peace. Hope, Growth, Peace. I think all of us can agree this is what we ultimately desire. It’s my pleasure to assist you in finding these things. I have been a...
Rachel Bichara
PLPC (MO), LPC (KS)
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Missouri, Kansas

Let's be honest... talking about your mental health with a stranger is not easy! Yet; I'm here to provide a space for just that. Getting started in therapy may seem unnatural in some ways, but I believe that the benefits are so great that everyone...
Vonetta Mcclunie
LMFT, MS, Occupational Therapist
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Blue Springs, Missouri

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Kansas, Missouri

Hello, my name is Vonetta and I have a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Friend's University and a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Howard University. I have additional training in Eye Movement Desensitization...
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Lenexa, Kansas

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Kansas

Do you need help with those important relationships in your life? How about help solving problems with your child or adolescent, or blended family issues? Are you struggling with intimacy issues perhaps relating to the after effects of an affair? I...
Jon Soileau
LPC (KS), PLPC, NCC, MA
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Kansas City, Kansas

The weight of life can often seem crushing, creating pressure to keep up and endure during the ebb inflows of relationships, careers, finances, and physical or mental health struggles. Being stuck in painful patterns can feel isolating, overwhelming...
Jon Staples
LCSW, MSW
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Kansas, Missouri

I'm Jon, a Clinical Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri. I've been providing professional mental health services since 2012. I received both my undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Kansas. I specialize in treating anxiety but...
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Olathe, Kansas

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Kansas

Healing and recovery is possible, but the journey...now that's the hard part. You need to be able to trust the person you travel the journey with; I like to think I’m that person. I actually consider myself to be more of a "therapeutic-coach." I...

Mental Health Resources in Olathe, Kansas

Johnson County is home to Kansas’s four largest cities, including Olathe. Olathe presents a unique challenge for mental health providers. The local suicide rate is even higher than the national average at 13.2 per 100,000 residents. Between January and October 2015, there were 59 suicides in Johnson County, 30% of which were persons between the ages of 21 and 40.

Johnson County has also grappled with the national opioid crisis. The most recent statistics put 8.9 per 100,000 residents dying of an overdose. Of the adult residents of Johnson County, 15.7% have a diagnosed depressive disorder. Meanwhile, 12.6% of residents smoke cigarettes, and more than half of these have reported difficulty trying to quit. Tobacco, drug, and alcohol addiction all play a significant role in mental health disorders and the need for counseling; in Johnson County, 28.1% of smokers have a diagnosed depressive disorder. A staggering 21% of the population has no health insurance, 19.8% earns less than $35,000 annually, and more than 16% live with a disability.

Each of these factors is significant when analyzing the mental health of a region, drawing a picture of the mental health services needed in Olathe.

Effects of Education, Divorce Rates, and Other Criteria

As of 2016, the population of Johnson County had grown by 17%. This included a 6% increase in families living in poverty, or 30,000 individuals. While this is lower than the national average, the most affected age range is 18 to 24, followed by children aged 0 to 17. People between 18 and 24 are at the highest risk of suicide, while those who face childhood without necessities often have unique mental health needs.

The average age of those facing homelessness in Olathe is 15 years old. Roughly 15% of the population reported that they often or always worry about paying their bills. Meanwhile, 17% of adult residents reported binge drinking (higher than the state average), while 8% lacked any form of health insurance. 18% reported that they do not have a healthcare provider of any kind.

The education criteria for Olathe are positive. The town has a low high school dropout rate of only 6%, meaning that 94% of residents have a high school degree. Meanwhile, 47% have at least a bachelor’s degree or some form of higher education. This is important to consider since education affects the mental health of both individuals and communities.

As of 2016, the divorce rate in Olathe was slightly under 10%. This is better than the majority of the country, which hovers somewhere in the low to mid-40s. Divorce opens the door to unique needs in mental healthcare, including couple’s therapy and individual therapy following divorce or separation.

These statistics show that Johnson County has some high-risk factors for mental health conditions, with many residents facing financial, emotional, and psychological difficulties. This illustrates the need for access to good mental health services in Olathe.

Mental Health Resources in Olathe

Since the Kansas Mental Health Reform Act of 1990, priorities have shifted from maintaining inpatient clinics to providing outpatient services at a community level. This means that it is becoming easier to find therapy in a local, comfortable setting. However, the state still struggles to provide adequate services for the number of people in need. In 2016, 97 areas around the state reported having inadequate or understaffed facilities. A 2014 report showed that 53% of Kansans with mental disorders did not seek therapy due to lack of access or money. Thankfully, Olathe has many counselors and therapists ready to serve the community.