Social Isolation therapists in Kansas City, MO
Browse Social Isolation therapists in Kansas City, Missouri. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Social Isolation
Merritt Leonhardt
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LSCSW, CDWF, MCLC
I am a Certified The Daring Way ™ Facilitator. The Daring Way ™ is based on the research of Brené Brown, PhD and all certified Daring Way™ programs are led by facilitators who have completed TDW training and certification process, led by Brené Brown, PhD and TDW Faculty. The primary focus is on exploring topics such as vulnerability, courage, shame, and worthiness & developing shame resilience skills and developing daily practices that transform the way we live, love, parent, and lead.
23 Years Experience
In-Person in Kansas City, MO
Online in Kansas City, MO
Social Isolation
Kieri Olmstead
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Isolation is rarely just introversion. It's often a protection strategy — a way of avoiding rejection, judgment, or the vulnerability of being known and still left. At Simple Empathy we work with the parts of you that have decided connection is too risky, and we get honest about what experiences taught you that. This isn't about forcing you into social situations. It's about understanding the wall, who built it, and whether it's still keeping you safe or just keeping you alone.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Kansas City, MO 64105
Online in Kansas City, MO
Social Isolation
Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD
Hypnotherapist, PhD
Social isolation often reflects both a longing for connection and a need for emotional protection. My work integrates psychoanalytic exploration and relational understanding to examine the internal conflicts that shape withdrawal and distance. This process supports renewed openness to relationship and belonging.
7 Years Experience
Online in Kansas City, MO (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Dr. Kelsi Clayson
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Feeling disconnected from others can be one of the most painful human experiences. Maybe you’re struggling to find meaningful relationships, or you feel like you don’t quite belong anywhere. Perhaps you've withdrawn due to past hurts, anxiety, or life circumstances, and now the idea of reconnecting feels overwhelming or even impossible. Loneliness can creep in slowly or hit all at once, leaving you feeling invisible, misunderstood, or unsure of how to reach out.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. Together, we’ll explore the barriers keeping you isolated—whether it’s fear, self-doubt, or uncertainty about where to start—and work toward creating connections that feel fulfilling and safe. Meaningful relationships aren’t just about having people around you; they’re about feeling truly seen and valued. You deserve that, and it’s never too late to take the first step toward connection.
8 Years Experience
Online in Kansas City, MO
Social Isolation
Loren Conaway, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Social isolation is often a byproduct of OCD, specific phobias and other anxiety. My approach to social anxiety includes cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy as well as exposure work.
37 Years Experience
Online in Kansas City, MO
Kansas City sits at the Missouri-Kansas border and draws clients from both states, with therapists well-versed in navigating Midwestern values, family expectations, and the tensions between tradition and personal growth. The city has a significant African American population and community-level trauma tied to historical redlining and economic inequality, driving demand for culturally affirming and social-justice-informed practitioners. The University of Kansas Health System and Saint Luke's Health System provide major institutional mental health resources for the region. Kansas City's art and music scene sustains a creative community with its own distinct mental health needs, and therapists familiar with the psychology of creative careers are present.
Social Isolation therapists in Kansas City, MO Statistics
Social Isolation therapists in Kansas City, MO average 16 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (46%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 39% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 46% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Men |
| 32% | Military / Veterans |
| 32% | Persons with Disabilities |