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Leah Jones

Leah Jones

Lees Summit, MO
MS, PLPC
Leah Jones, MS, PLPC, is a dedicated therapist specializing in adolescent and teen girls, as well as women facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, relational issues, academic struggles, and marital concerns. She provides a nurturing environment where clients can openly express their feelings and thoughts, allowing them to process their concerns and address negative thinking. Leah offers insightful feedback and effective tools to help individuals and families cultivate peace, joy, and a sense of direction in their lives. Grounded in a Christian perspective, she respects each client’s unique relationship with spirituality, empowering them to define their own journey towards healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress Relationship Stress Spirituality Student Life Teens
Emma Kirk

Emma Kirk

Lees Summit, MO
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Emma Kirk is a dedicated Pre-Licensed Professional with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Evangel University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southwest Baptist University. Emma specializes in working with teenagers and young adults, addressing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relational issues. With a strong focus on couples, she employs the Gottman method to enhance relational dynamics. Emma’s collaborative therapeutic approach integrates various counseling perspectives tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients. She is committed to empowering individuals by leveraging their strengths and nurturing skills that foster growth and positive change. While Emma comes from a Christian perspective, she respects her clients' choices regarding the inclusion of spirituality and faith in their sessions.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Spirituality Teens
Justin Puch

Justin Puch

Lees Summit, MO
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Justin Puch is a Licensed Professional Counselor (MA, LPC) who specializes in working with couples and families. With a deep passion for enhancing relationships, he brings years of expertise to his practice, addressing issues like marital and premarital concerns, family conflict, and relational challenges. Justin's goal is to facilitate healing and growth, equipping families with the tools they need to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. He is recognized as one of the few clinicians in the area with advanced Gottman training, which enables him to help couples cultivate better communication, intimacy, and overall satisfaction in their relationships. In addition to couples and family counseling, Justin provides individual therapy sessions, focusing on a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, and attachment. He also offers comprehensive assessments for ADHD, behavioral concerns, and parenting evaluations, showcasing his commitment to addressing the diverse needs of his clients.
Specialties
Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Depression Family Stress Parenting Relationship Stress
Yvonne Nuffer

Yvonne Nuffer

Lees Summit, MO
MA, LPC
Yvonne Nuffer, MA, LPC, CPT NCC, SPED, is a dedicated therapist who supports women, men, and children in navigating various challenges, including anxiety, past trauma, life transitions, grief, loss, depression, and persistent feelings of unhappiness. As a certified play therapist, she specializes in therapeutic approaches with children. Her previous experience as a special education teacher deepened her understanding of the unique needs faced by both children and parents in the context of special needs. Yvonne is adept at working with individuals who have physical and emotional characteristics requiring tailored coping strategies. As an adoptive parent, she appreciates the distinct attachment demands placed on families learning to navigate uncommon issues. Yvonne is familiar with the struggles related to depression and trauma, as well as challenges such as relationship dysfunction and PTSD. Recognizing the courage it takes to seek help, she welcomes clients into a non-judgmental and accepting therapeutic relationship, eager to accompany them on their journey to becoming their best selves.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Disabilities Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Ashley Radtke

Ashley Radtke

Lees Summit, MO
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Ashley Radtke is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT/LCMFT) serving clients in Missouri, Kansas, and Indiana through virtual services and in-person sessions. Her mission revolves around empowering clients to rediscover their inherent joy, abundance, creativity, and wisdom. She skillfully guides individuals in exploring the deeper parts of themselves that often feel unnameable, as she believes that this exploration is where true transformation occurs. Ashley fosters an environment where clients can embrace their lives unapologetically, working collaboratively to uncover understanding from their thoughts, feelings, bodies, and behaviors. With her expertise in diverse therapeutic modalities—including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Emotionally Focused Therapy—she helps build practices of joy, rest, and reconnection. Clients learn to cultivate healthy relationships not only with themselves but also with their partners, friends, and families. Through her compassionate support, Ashley provides a safe space for individuals to navigate the complexities of their past experiences and reclaim their lives. Soon, clients will realize that the answers they seek are already within them, as Ashley illuminates the path to recreating their own magic amidst life's challenges.
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Specialties
Relationship Stress
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Karen Uptegrove-ryan Licensed Psychologist

Karen Uptegrove-ryan Licensed Psychologist

Lees Summit, MO
Psychologist
Karen Uptegrove-Ryan is a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience. She understands that every client is unique, and she is dedicated to providing personalized support to help them navigate their individual journeys. Her extensive expertise across various areas ensures that she can cater to the diverse needs of those seeking her guidance, fostering an environment where healing and growth can thrive.

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