Individual Counseling • Couples Therapy • Family Therapy
Meet Our Therapists
Sharree
Provisionally Licensed Marital & Family Therapist (MS-MFT, PLMFT, APSATS CCPS-Candidate)
Something in us says it is time for change. Change can feel both exciting and scary, and reaching out for support can feel even more so, but we have already taken the first step in looking for support. Whatever the reason, whether we are seeking personal growth, healing from past trauma, strengthening our cherished relationships, or maybe we are feeling stuck, need support coping with life's many transitions and hardships, or anything else we are facing - we are here, contemplating change. Together we continue taking more intentional steps toward a more wholehearted, genuine, and authentic life. With each step, we bring our thoughts, words, and behaviors more into alignment with our unique values and goals.
Betrayal Trauma Support
If you are experiencing the pain of betrayal due to a partner's:
- infidelity or affairs
- compulsive pornography use
- sex addiction
- other unwanted sexual behaviors
You do not need to go through this alone! Whether you are still in the relationship or not, there is support here. I offer specialized therapy services (individual and couples) as well as betrayal trauma education and support courses (for individuals and groups).
Together, we take steps to restore safety and stability, grieve losses, repair trauma, and work to rebuild trust, intimacy, and hope for the future. We empower you with the information you need to make wise and informed decisions for yourself and your relationship.
For more information, visit the Betrayal Trauma Support page of our website, or contact me for a free consultation.
My Approach to Therapy:
Time in therapy is yours. What you bring into the room, what you choose to focus on, what you practice outside of our sessions... that is where the magic really happens. You have everything you need already within you: your strengths, challenges, and even your growth areas. As your therapist, my role is to come alongside you as we nourish and cultivate access to your intuition, finding your unique voice - enabling you to thrive regardless of what life brings your way.
A key element in creating change is increasing our capacity for self-compassion. I am passionate about compassion! I love that I get to listen, feel, validate, coach, cheer, challenge, and teach in my profession. I create therapy that is personalized to you-because you are unique! To do this, I use a combination of therapy models to customize your experience, but some of my favorites include: *CBT, *Satir's Growth Model, *Narrative, *IFS, and I use a *Trauma-informed approach.
A Bit About Me:
A client once commented that I have a "mama bear vibe," and I love that description so much! I have raised two incredible daughters, which has been both my greatest joy and my greatest challenge. As my daughters became older, I returned to school and earned my Bachelors degree in Marriage and Family Studies from Brigham Young University-Idaho, then my Masters degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Friends University here in Kansas City. I feel overwhelmed with gratitude for the opportunity I have to sit with clients like you who are choosing to step into their vulnerability and courage.
Certifications:
*APSATS CCPS-Candidate, (Certification in progress)
*EMDR Trained/Flash Technique Trained
*Gottman Level 2 Certified (Couples)
*Prepare & Enrich Certified (Premarital/Marital Couples)
Melinda
Provisionally Licensed Marital & Family Therapist (MS-MFT, PLMFT)
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Or happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are suppose to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn't be so hard to live a wholehearted life.
I offer a custom approach for each client. I start with understanding where you have come from, where you are now and the challenges you are facing. Together we put a plan in place to help you move forward, and we celebrate your successes along the way. I offer an inclusive, safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule. Helping people live a better life is my passion. It might mean learning to set boundaries, working through a loss, past trauma, life transition or helping you change a pattern of behavior that is keeping you stuck. My goal is to help you feel better so you can live the life you dream of!
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Special Education from Arizona State University, where I learned the importance of empowering each individual to navigate their unique journey to holistic health. I am passionate about providing therapeutic support to individuals with diverse nuerodivergent experiences, including those with ADHD and autism. I later, pursued my passion for counseling and obtained a Master's degree in School Counseling from Northern Arizona University and a Masters of Science in Marital and Family therapy from Friends University.
In addition to my professional endeavors, I am also an advocate for strong families. As a mother of five wonderful kids and a wife of 25 years, I've experienced firsthand the joys and challenges that come with nurturing a large and close-knit family. Having adopted a child through the foster care system, I have witnessed the profound transformation that love, care, and secure attachment can bring into a child's life. I use EMDR and play in my treatment to help children create change that can last a lifetime.
As I work toward completing my post-grad residency requirements I integrate a range of evidenced-based modalities to provide comprehensive and personalized support to my clients. By combining EMDR and CBT, I strive to create a therapeutic environment that supports healing, resilience, and positive transformation for individuals, couples, children and family units.
You do not have to walk this journey alone! Let us begin this profound exploration, and together, we will unlock the boundless possibilities that await you on this incredible journey of self-discovery, healing and growth.
Reach out today, for a free consultation and let me be your partner in creating a stronger and more wholehearted life.
Certifications:
*EMDR Trained
*Gottman Level 1 Certified (Couples)
*Prepare & Enrich Certified (Premarital/Marital Couples)
Therapy Models:
*CBT
*EFT
*Solution-Focused
*IFS
Hours
Sharree
Monday 1 pm - 8 pm
Tuesday 1 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday 1 pm - 8 pm
Thursday 1 pm - 8 pm
Virtual & In-person Therapy (Independence Office)
Melinda
Monday 9 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 7 am - 2 pm
Wednesday 7 am - 2 pm
Thursday 9 am - 8 pm
Virtual & In-person Therapy (Independence Office)