Psychologist Michelle Smith providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Michelle Smith

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,LMHC,MS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment

Are you struggling to cope with a new “normal” of life? You're doing the best you can, AND you can do better! I believe everyone has the potential to manifest a life worth living, and I would love to help you take the steps towards making your vision your reality. With over 10 years experience in the mental health field, I have supported countless individuals and families achieve their goals through therapy, and look forward to the opportunity to serve you today. I am formally trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Clinical Hypnosis, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and I am also a Nationally Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) provider. I utilize an eclectic approach to support the unique needs you are coming to services to gain support for. I have worked with clients of all backgrounds from a variety of different age groups, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. I provide a client-centered, non-judgmental approach and will meet you where you are at to help support you in reaching your goals through this uncertain time period. It takes courage to reach out and ask for help. If you are ready to take the next step I look forward to the opportunity to bring a fresh perspective and help you navigate to your true potential!

Psychologist Lorri  Perez providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Lorri Perez

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression
17 years offering treatment

I am a licensed clinical social worker with 17 years of therapy experience working with children, teens, families, and adults. My style is engaging, calm, and I want to make sure we build a strong rapport. I truly believe the research that says that the strength of the therapeutic relationship is the strongest predictor of the outcome of therapy. I am strengths based, believing that we are each the experts on our lives, we just sometimes need someone to walk along beside us during hard and confusing times. It is a privilege to walk with people in those times and watch them find healing. I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Written Exposure Therapy both are evidence based practices to help adults with trauma. I am also trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is an evidence based trauma treatment for children. For Depression and Anxiety I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have worked with families of children ages 4-17, children with diagnoses of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD as well as self harm, suicidality behaviors, and attachment issues within the family. I have worked with adults who have childhood and adult trauma as well as self harm and suicidality, as well as life changes such as divorce, marital issues, issues w/ adult children. I have a passion for working with persons in the LGBTQIA community, with a special focus on transgender issues. Coming to therapy, talking to someone you don't know is scary but therapy can truly be a place of comfort and healing. I want to help you find that place.

Psychologist June Ballard providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

June Ballard

Clinician
License Type(s): MA LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionADHD
6 years offering treatment

Hi and Welcome, The first step in any journey can be the hardest. Congratulations in taking that first step. I am Rose Ballard. I am an US Army Veteran, having served 9 years active duty, as a Tank Turret/Small Arm Weapons Mechanic as well as a Master Fitness Instructor. I graduated from in 2016 John Brown University with a Masters in Family and Marriage Counseling and a Masters in Clinical Counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor from the State of Oklahoma working in the field for the past 6yrs and certified in Eagala Equine therapy, C-Cert, and motivational interviewing. I am also trained in Family and Marriage Counseling and Play therapy. I have worked in community mental health and in the private sector. I have worked with clients through the life span to include couples or marriage counseling. I have worked with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, personality disorders and traumas. I am a solution focused/CBT therapist. I am direct in a positive manner and help the client find the answer they have within themselves.

Psychologist Bennisha McKinney providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Bennisha McKinney

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementDepression
6 years offering treatment

I am a licensed therapist in Arkansas and Oklahoma with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Lakesa Mace providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Lakesa Mace

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
11 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Theresa Marschik providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Theresa Marschik

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem
12 years offering treatment

I am a clinically licensed social worker, licensed in both Colorado and Oklahoma. I have 30 plus years of experience, with the last 15 years of professional work experience involved in providing individual therapy. I have experience helping people with stress and anxiety, self-esteem and self-confidence, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Bree Dosser providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Bree Dosser

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

Hi. My name is Bree & I am licensed in Oklahoma with 12 years of professional work experience in the counseling field. I have helped clients manage their stress, tame anxiety, effectively navigate family conflicts, address their legal problems, conquer addictions, improve troubled relationships, heighten their self-esteem, & many other challenges. My workspace is a no judgement zone so there is no need to hesitate at being open about your challenges. I strive to assist you in identifying thoughts, emotions, fears, & set-backs and finding ways to improve the areas where you seek a better balance to improve your personal well-being. Deciding to engage in counseling can feel awkward & even a bit risky. Taking the first step to start takes courage. I'm glad you are ready. Let's get started!

Psychologist Anitta Hill providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Anitta Hill

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger management
7 years offering treatment

I am a therapist licensed in AZ and OK, with over 15 years of experience working in the behavioral health field. I have over 5 years of experience as a licensed therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, life changes, and stress related disorders, as well as Substance Related disorders. My counseling style is friendly and non-judgmental. My approach combines client centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused counseling. Everyone has their own unique journey and I hope to create a safe environment to explore that journey. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Patricia Geel providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Patricia Geel

Clinician
License Type(s): MA, LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
31 years offering treatment

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in North Carolina, Oklahoma and Virginia. I have over 30 years of experience working with clients presenting with a wide range of concerns including relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD and adjustment problems. I am certified as a telemental health provider.and also as a clinical trauma professional. My intake process involves a thorough assessment of needs and strengths, usually from a Solution Focused Brief Therapy approach. I strive to help clients to clearly identify the problems that brought them to therapy and the challenges they are facing, and then to collaborate with them to formulate specific, measurable goals to address the identified problems and challenges and find effective solutions. I have extensive experience working with both individuals and couples and enjoy working with clients of various ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. Before moving to North Carolina in 2019 I worked primarily with active duty or retired military members, their spouses, significant others or family members through the Department of the Navy's Fleet and Family Support program. Military families experience problems arising from frequent moves, extended family separations due to deployments or other assignments, and the anxiety and fear family members feel when the service member is in a dangerous situation or when regular communication is not possible. In addition I assisted clients who had experienced domestic violence or childhood abuse or neglect. I also have extensive experience working with parents to improve communication with their children, learn and apply more effective discipline techniques, and develop helpful behavior management practices. I am also well qualified and experienced in providing clinical services from a Christian perspective for clients who prefer a faith based therapy approach. My approach to therapy is individualized and focused on the unique strengths and challenges of each client. My therapeutic style is engaging and collaborative exploring with each client the strengths he or she already has to find solutions. I draw on tools and perspectives from several approaches including Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I know that it takes courage to reach out for help. I would be honored to assist you as you address the concerns that are motivating you to seek counseling services. I believe that together we can find solutions.

Psychologist Valerie Moore providing different types of therapy in Kiowa

Valerie Moore

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment

I love being a therapist because I get to see growth and change in my clients! I am a licensed therapist and I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, life changes and depression. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take that first step towards change! I believe to find a way forward and to stop repeating behaviors you are unhappy with, you have to look back and explore some beliefs you have about yourself that you might not be aware of. Together we will take the time to find out who you are, heal some wounds and get you to a more peaceful and joy filled life. I have been described as supportive, caring, nonjudgmental and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor. I look forward to working with you!

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Mental health therapists in Kiowa available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Kiowa therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Kiowa therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Kiowa region and in the state of Oklahoma.

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Therapists in Kiowa can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Kiowa may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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