Therapy for Trauma, Grief, and Life's Hardest Moments 

Located in North Kansas City, Missouri 

Virtual therapy throughout all of Missouri, Kansas, & Iowa

Healing after loss or trauma is not about forgetting—it's about feeling that there is a way forward. Together, we'll work toward restoring balance, strength, and emotional well-being.

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You are told “you’re so strong,” but it is hard to feel that way sometimes. You may be surrounded by people you care about, but you still have feelings of loneliness or a heaviness that weighs on your mind. There’s this piece that is missing, a lingering void that can’t seem to be filled.

You don't have to navigate it alone.

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Trauma and Grief Therapy in Kansas City could be right for you if…

  • You've experienced trauma that continues to affect your relationships, emotions, or sense of safety

  • You're struggling with intrusive or unwanted thoughts and want support without judgment

  • You've lost someone important and feel stuck in grief

  • You feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from your life

  • You're carrying burdens that feel too heavy to manage alone

Schedule a free consultation

I’m Katie!

LCSW - Missouri, LSCSW- Kansas, LISW - Iowa

Meet Your Trauma and Grief Therapist in Kansas City

I specialize in trauma, grief processing, and navigating scary and unwanted thought patterns during times of profound emotional pain. I work with individuals 15 years or older in North Kansas City, Missouri and virtually via telehealth for any resident of Missouri, Kansas, and Iowa.

My passion for this work started with my own journey of growth and healing. I know what it feels like to feel stuck in your own mind, the feeling of walking on egg-shells in certain environments, and wonder if things would feel manageable again. My personal experiences with mental health and loss of loved ones have shaped not only who I am, but how I show up for my clients.

Maybe you've been considering the decision of starting therapy for a while, telling yourself you'll reach out when things get bad enough, or when you have timing is better. But you don’t have to wait until there is a crisis to deserve the help you want.

I am here to offer a safe space and support you as you reconnect with hope, purpose, and your strengths.

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Types of Therapy Offered

This all resonates with you, now what?

1. Book Your Free Consultation

A free 15-minute consultation gives us a chance to connect, talk about what you've been carrying, and see if we're a good fit. I want your care to be personalized to your needs and we can collaboratively find a place to start.

2. Schedule Your First Session

Once you're ready, we'll find a time to schedule your intake so that I can gather further background information to provide support catered to your goals. From there we will find a routine time for appointments that fits your schedule. Consistent sessions create space to slow down, process what's been weighing on you, and begin making meaningful changes.

3. Reconnect With Yourself

Together, we'll explore the patterns keeping you stuck, work through anxiety, guilt, or overwhelm, and help you reconnect with the version of yourself that you desire. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based care and emphasizes safety, collaboration, and trust. I strive to create an environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered as we work toward healing and meaningful change.

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What People Are Saying

  • “Katie creates a space where people feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted. She blends compassion, authenticity, and clinical expertise to help clients navigate life's challenges with confidence, hope, and meaningful, lasting growth.“

    — K.C., PsyD, MA, MS

  • "Katie has the credentials, the experience, and the drive to help. What sets her apart is her thoughtful insight, a natural barometer for the individualized attention required, clarity of treatment goals, and ability to challenge just a bit."

    — Male, Individual Therapy

  • "Katie was very accommodating and understanding any of my worries or concerns getting started. She is very professional and has really been great with being new to therapy."

    Male, Individual Therapy

  • “Katie is an insightful and compassionate therapist. She truly meets the client where they are at so they can safely process, explore, and heal."

    E.H., LPC

Your Questions, Answered

  • My fee for services is $150 per 55-minute session. All major credit cards and HSA accepted. I have a limited amount of sliding scale slots. There is no guarantee that any of these will be available at the time you call. Please let me know if you need sliding scale fees during our call. If I cannot accommodate, I am happy to point you in a direction to meet your financial needs.

  • I currently accept BCBS of KC, Aetna, and Optum (UHC and Oscar) insurance plans. Please reach out to find out if yours is accepted.

    For clients choosing to work with me as an out-of-network provider, I am happy to provide a monthly superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. Many of my clients are able to receive partial reimbursement through their out-of-network mental health benefits.

  • Many clients pay privately for full confidentiality, no required diagnosis, and no caps on our work together. Benefits to consider working with an “out of network” therapist:

    • No limitations on sessions - you can been see as frequent and for as long as therapeutically necessary decided by you and I only

    • Helps me keep your information completely confidential, without needing to share diagnosis or notes with insurance companies

    • Avoids surprise billing issues, which can lead to lapses in treatment

  • In our first session, I will ask some background information that allows me to know more about you and your physical and mental health concerns. We will talk about how you are feeling about starting the process and collaborate on your desires are for therapy. The first few sessions may feel a bit like story telling to catch me up on your history. I also work intentionally to check in and make sure that our work is still feeling like a good fit for you.

  • Monday - Friday: 9:30am-3:30pm

    Biweekly: Monday - Thursday: 7am to 7pm, Friday 9:30am-3:30pm

    (There are times where I can be more flexible with the hours, feel free to ask!)

  • Yes!

    In-person vs virtual therapy sessions and the choice for how you would like to attend therapy is entirely up to you.