Relationship and Marriage Counseling in Independence, KS
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Relationships
Melanie Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, LCMHC, Coach
Relationships can become stuck in painful patterns even when both people care deeply about making things work. I help couples understand the dynamics beneath recurring conflict, improve communication and intimacy, rebuild trust, and develop healthier ways of connecting. My approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, with room for honest conversations about attachment, sexuality, desire, boundaries, infidelity, and changing needs. I work with both traditional and nontraditional relationship structures, focusing not on what a relationship is “supposed” to look like, but on helping you build one that works for the people actually in it.
10 Years Experience
Online in Independence, KS (Online Only)
Relationships
Dr. Brandi Norman
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Post-Degree Certificate Marriage and Family Therapy, PsyPact
Relationships can bring both deep connection and painful challenges. Therapy can help you understand relationship patterns, improve communication, navigate conflict, and develop healthier ways of connecting with yourself and those you love.
15 Years Experience
Online in Independence, KS
Relationships
Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies
Psychologist, Ed.D., ABPP
Relationship counseling is a significant part my practice but in a unique way. I often work with one partner as the other either doesn't believe THEY have a problem or simply refuse to participate in relationship counseling. Based in part on my training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with many years of experience, I am often able to improve the relationship by working with the "willing partner". Sometimes this involves working on improving communication skills and or assertiveness. Other times, it may involve teaching behavior modification such as using social or tangible ways that improve receptiveness and cooperation over time. In other situations, it can involve helping client recognize how they may be inadvertently contributing to the kind of behavior they don't like. Almost always it involves a degree of helping the client accept the things they can't change and modify their own beliefs and self talk. My motto is "we do more than listen". Teaching clients new attitudes and strategies to improve their relationships is a very gratifying part of my work with clients.
51 Years Experience
Online in Independence, KS (Online Only)
Relationships
Renee Woodall
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Relationships can bring deep comfort—and deep challenge. Many couples come to therapy feeling distant, misunderstood, or caught in repeating patterns that leave them both feeling frustrated and alone. In therapy, we’ll create space for each partner to be heard and understood. You’ll learn to recognize unproductive cycles, communicate more effectively, and respond to each other with honesty and care. Whether you’re rebuilding after years of strain, adjusting to life changes like empty nest or retirement, or simply wanting to reconnect, couples therapy can help you strengthen your relationship and rediscover a sense of partnership, respect, and closeness.
27 Years Experience
Online in Independence, KS
Relationships
Maria T. Alonso, Ph.D.
Psychologist
As a psychotherapist, I incorporate structural family therapy to work with couples by focusing on the underlying structures and dynamics within their relationship. This approach allows us to identify and address patterns that may be causing conflict or dissatisfaction. I help couples map out their current relational patterns, including boundaries and roles, and work together to reorganize these structures in a way that promotes healthier interactions. Through structured interventions, we explore how these dynamics impact their connection and communication. My goal is to empower couples to establish more effective and balanced ways of relating to one another, enhancing their overall relationship satisfaction and fostering a more supportive and cohesive partnership.
29 Years Experience
Online in Independence, KS
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Independence, KS Statistics
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Independence, KS average 18 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (41%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
29%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 42% | Men |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |