Kim Shirk, MA, LPC, NCC Rosann Sparks, MA, LMFTRosann believes clients have solutions to solve their own problems, but need a little guidance to get back on track. She has worked in the mental health field for over 15 years in a variety of clinical setting such as schools, foster care, in-patient, pain management clinics and private practice. She is a graduate of Pepperdine University where she earned a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology in 1994.
Rosann is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She works with children as young as 5, teens and adults. Her practice focuses on issues related to family (divorce and blended), anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, parenting issues, stress and weight management.
Rosann primarily utlizes cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, supportive and play therapy. She is certified on-line therapist where she can offer quality therapy from the comfort of your own home. She is also an associate Level Life Strategist trained in the "Dr. Phil McGraw" methods and books. She looks forward to helping you solve your life challenges.
Insurance plans* (in-network): Cigna, Magellan (Behavioral & EAP), Aetna (Behavioral & EAP), Multiplan PPO, MHN (behavioral & EAP), BCBS (out of network), United Health Care (behavioral & EAP), United Behavioral Health, Coventry, and Tri-Care
Susan Dunaway, MS, LPCSusan believes her job is to help clients find an exciting, abundant, fulfilling life. She has worked in mental health care and social services since 1997 in a school, adoption agency, county mental health care center and private practice. She earned her bachelors degree in Psychology at Baker University in 1995 and her Masters Degree in Counseling from the University of Kansas in 1997.
Susan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri, as well as a Parent and Life Coach. She works with children, teens, adults and couples. She focuses on issues realted to anxiety, anger, depression, grief/loss, adoption/infertility, marital issues and parenting concerns.
Susan uses Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, supportive therapy and play therapy. She is able to offer coaching services via phone and evening hours are available for all services. She feels it is both an honor and a prvilege to work together with clients to help bring about positive changes in their lifes.
Insurance can be filed on an out-of-network basis. For questions about billing and insurance, contact Lisa at 913-485-2294.
Kim offers caring, professional and confidential counseling services for preschool children, school aged children, teens and adults. She believes that people can grow and/or heal when provided with the support, encouragement and tools needed to make changes and/or cope with life stressors or losses. Kim is invested and motivated to assist individuals with instilling hope for improving their life.
She has worked in the mental/behavioral health care fields for over 20 years in a variety of clinical settings with much of her experience focusing on coping skills, expressive art, play, recreation, health and wellness. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Education from the University of Kansas in 1989 and her Masters in Counseling from Webster University in 2000. Kim is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri, as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. She is a member of American Counseling Association.
Kim utilizes person-centered therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR, play therapy, expressive art, and supportive therapy. Her practices focuses on issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, developmental disorders, eating disorders, behavior problems, stress, grief and loss, learning difficulties and family issues (including divorce and blended families).
Insurance plans* (in-network): Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna (Mental Health and EAP), Freedom Network, United Health Care, United Behavioral Health, Coventry, Humana, PHCS, VMC, St. Lukes EAP, ComPsych, Magellan (Behavioral and EAP), Aetna (Behavioral and EAP) and Tri-Care
Kim Ekum-Anthony, MS, LCMFT, NCC, AAMFT
Kim provides a safe and private environment for people to explore their options and issues in order to create positive change in their lives.
Kim is a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist in both Missouri and Kansas. She is also a nationally certified counselor and a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. Kim received both her Bachelor’s of Science and Master’s of Science from Kansas State University.
Since 1980, Kim has counseled individuals, couples, children, and families. She is also clinical supervisor for other counselors and students.
In therapy, Kim utilizes a blend of systems, cognitive-behavioral, strengths-based, solution-focused, and supportive therapy. She works with adults in transition, anxiety disorders, attention deficit disorder, bereavement/grief counseling, child abuse, codependency issues, crisis intervention, domestic violence, gay/lesbian issues, hypnotherapy, learning disabilities, life management skills, marriage & family/relationship issues, men’s issues, mood disorders, parenting issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual/physical abuse, stress management, and women’s issues.
Insurance plans* (in-network): United Health Care, United Behavioral Health, Humana, Aetna and Coventry; BCBS EAP
Our Therapists:
Individual Practitioners
Kristin Coblentz Swan, MSW, LCSWKristin Swan has over 16 years experience in the field of social work. She is a licensed clinical social worker and licensed for independent practice in the State of Missouri.
Ms. Swan has a committment to her clients by providing therapy/counseling with in depth practical approaches for enhancing their lives and changing unhelpful patterns. Clients work with her to not only understand themselves but also to devise practical solutions to their problems. She helps clients discern what is really important to them and foster and nurture their efforts toward what really matters.
In therapy sessions several different approaches may be utilized such as cognitive behavior therapy, solution focused therapy, play therapy and other therapeutic techniques to help clients achieve a client-centered, satisfactory outcome.
Ms. Swan has experience with the following issues: Depression, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Child Abuse (physical, sexual, etc.), ADHD, Childhood/Behavioral Issues, Life Management Skills, Mood Disorders, Parenting Issues including parenting classes, Stress Management, Anger Issues including Anger Management Classes, Grief and Loss, Adoption Transition including Adoption Home Studies, and Divorce/Blended Family Issues
Insurance Plans* (in-network) - Coventry, MH Net; BCBS (out of network); Freedom Network; Aetna (Behavioral and EAP); Alternatives/Life EAP; Healthcare USA; Medicaid (children under the age of 20 - no adults), Mercy Care Plus (MC+); Missouri Care Health Plan (MC+); Tri Care
To schedule an appointment with Kristin, please leave her a message at 816-525-5333.
*Please note that although these individual practitioners are in-network for the insurance companies listed; it is the clients' responsibility to check for coverage on their policy. Thank you!
To Schedule an appointment with Kristin - Please leave a message for her at 816-525-5333.
