Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Shawnee, KS
Browse Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Shawnee, Kansas. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Valerie Merriman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LSCSW
Therapy should feel safe. At Lenz Mental Health Collective, as a client your needs always come first. Therapy is hard, but it shouldn't feel dreadful.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Shawnee, KS
Online in Shawnee, KS
ACT
Dr. Samantha Kallberg
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
I strive to create a compassionate space where you feel supported that promotes healing and growth. I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, binge eating, emotional eating, body image distress, body dysmorphic disorder, OCD, trauma, and life transitions. I do not believe in a one-sized fits all treatment approach, thus an implement several treatment modalities to tailor to the needs of each client. I have specialized training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a level one provider.
8 Years Experience
Online in Shawnee, KS (Online Only)
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Dr. Brittany Jacobson
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Maybe you're exhausted from carrying everything on your own. You want someone to lean on, but trusting people has never felt safe. You tell yourself you should be over what happened by now, but you still feel the impact of the past. You are really hard on yourself, struggle to get close to people, feel on edge even when nothing is wrong, or wonder why the same relationship patterns keep showing up. On the outside, you might look like you're keeping it together, but internally you feel exhausted and alone.
One of the things I love most about being a therapist is helping people finally make sense of and find closure from experiences that have never truly been processed. And to provide the support you’ve always needed but have never truly received. Healing is about helping both your mind and body learn that you don't have to stay in survival mode. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and holistic, blending evidence-based therapy with mindfulness and mind-body techniques to create meaningful, lasting change.
I know you may feel like you can't really rely on anyone and have had to handle everything on your own. Working with me as your therapist, you'll finally have someone in your corner who has your back and will be your biggest advocate. My clients have described me as someone patient and compassionate who will also give direct, helpful feedback that supports their goals; and someone who isn't afraid to bring some well-timed humor into sessions, because healing involves connecting with joy too.
Our work together will be intentional. I come with a personalized plan for each session so you get the most out of your therapy. Everything will be tailored to your unique story, goals, and nervous system. We'll move at your pace while addressing the deeper roots of what's keeping you stuck, so you can build self-trust, healthier relationships, and a greater sense of peace in your daily life. If you're wondering whether we'd be a good fit, I'd love to meet you during a free 15-minute consultation! To schedule a consultation, you can contact me to coordinate a time or book directly on my website if that's easier.
10 Years Experience
Online in Shawnee, KS
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Kirk Shelton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
I approach therapy as a practical and relational process rather than a set of techniques. People usually come in when long-standing ways of coping no longer fit their current life, even if those strategies once made sense. My work focuses on understanding how those patterns developed, how they continue to function, and how they can be reorganized in ways that support greater flexibility and self-direction. Change matters to me as it shows up in how a person lives, relates, and responds outside the therapy space.
10 Years Experience
Online in Shawnee, KS (Online Only)
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Jacqueline Elster
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP, LP
Professionally, I have advanced training and experience in treating trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and insomnia. For six years, I worked for the VA, helping veterans heal the invisible wounds of combat and other traumatic experiences. Now, I offer therapy to the wider community, including veterans.
I love what I do, and that shine through in my work. Please feel free to contact me to learn more about my practice and to set up an appointment.
16 Years Experience
Online in Shawnee, KS (Online Only)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Shawnee, KS Statistics
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Shawnee, KS average 14 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (72%), and Stress (59%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
30%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
Online Only |
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| 48% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 72% | Depression |
| 59% | Stress |
| 57% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 52% | Social Anxiety |
| 45% | Self Esteem |
| 41% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 12% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Men |
| 24% | Military / Veterans |
| 20% | Black / African American |