Business Details
Mental Health Counseling Services in Kearney, MO
At Kearney Counseling Services, we are proud to serve the Kearney community with a commitment to providing compassionate and professional mental health support. Our team of Licensed Professional Counselors specializes in creating a safe, goal-oriented environment for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. With expertise in evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, DBT, TF-CBT, and play therapy, we address trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our practitioners bring decades of combined experience, including specialized training in AutPlay Therapy and trauma-informed care.We prioritize collaboration, empathy, and personalized treatment plans to help clients build resilience and achieve meaningful growth. By offering flexible scheduling and a client-centered approach, we ensure accessible, high-quality care tailored to individual needs. Our supervisors mentor emerging counselors, reinforcing our dedication to excellence in mental health services. Located in Kearney, Missouri, we are honored to support our community through healing and personal development.
Services
Individual Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Play Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Family Therapy
AutPlay Therapy
DBT Therapy
Couples Counseling
Child Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Highlights and features
- Our team includes EMDR-certified trauma specialists with 10+ years of clinical experience
- We offer specialized AutPlay Therapy for children with neurodevelopmental disorders
- All counselors are state-licensed with advanced training in evidence-based modalities
- Client-centered approach prioritizes personalized treatment plans and flexible scheduling
- Approved supervisors mentoring emerging mental health professionals in Missouri
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health treatment for adolescents and adults addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery through evidence-based modalities. Our licensed therapists create personalized treatment plans focusing on emotional regulation and personal growth. Sessions provide a safe space for self-exploration and skill development.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy for trauma survivors. This evidence-based approach helps process distressing memories and reduce emotional distress. Our certified practitioners guide clients through structured eight-phase treatment for lasting healing from traumatic experiences.
Play Therapy
Developmentally appropriate treatment for children using therapeutic play techniques. Certified play therapists help young clients express emotions and develop social skills through structured interventions. AutPlay Therapy specifically addresses needs of children with neurodevelopmental disorders in a supportive environment.
Couples Counseling
Focused therapy sessions addressing communication issues and relationship challenges. Our counselors use evidence-based approaches to improve conflict resolution and emotional connection. Weekly sessions help couples develop healthier interaction patterns and mutual understanding.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Specialized cognitive behavioral therapy for trauma survivors, particularly children and families. This structured approach addresses trauma impacts through skill-building and gradual exposure. Sessions focus on safety, emotional regulation, and developing positive coping strategies for lasting recovery.
People
Amber Carlson
LPC-S, NCC, CPT
Licensed Professional Counselor with specialization in play therapy and AutPlay Therapy. Provides trauma-informed care for children through the Kearney School District. Offers clinical supervision to provisional counselors in Missouri.
Stephanie Dark
LPC-S
Trauma specialist with 10+ years of experience using EMDR and DBT. Supervises new counselors while providing evidence-based treatment for trauma recovery and emotion regulation challenges in children and adults.
Jason Hughes
LPC
Trauma-informed counselor trained in EMDR and DBT. Specializes in treating PTSD, anxiety, and relationship issues using client-centered approaches for adults, teens, and children in a supportive therapeutic environment.
Caitlin Morlok
LPC-S, CPT
Certified Play Therapist with expertise in trauma-sensitive approaches. Provides counseling for anxiety, depression, and life transitions using TF-CBT, EMDR, and sandtray therapy for children and families.
Dr. Ricki L. Moran
DSW, LCSW
Doctorate-level clinical social worker specializing in child and family therapy. Certified in play therapy and EMDR, providing trauma-informed care using developmentally appropriate methods for children and support for caregivers.
Questions
What counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and play therapy for children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based approaches like EMDR, DBT, and TF-CBT.
Do you specialize in child therapy?
Yes, our counselors are trained in play therapy and AutPlay Therapy for children with neurodevelopmental disorders, focusing on emotion regulation and social skills development.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact our main office at 816-615-9610 or reach individual therapists directly through their listed phone numbers and emails.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our evidence-based methods include EMDR for trauma recovery, DBT for emotion regulation, TF-CBT for trauma-informed care, and play therapy for child clients.
Are your counselors licensed professionals?
All practitioners hold active Missouri counseling licenses and maintain specialized certifications in trauma therapy, play therapy, and neurodevelopmental treatment approaches.
