Connect with Compassion Focused therapy in Kansas City, KS

I provide individual and couples therapy. I work with issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, infidelity, relational or sexual abuse, grief, faith dilemmas, and more!

My passion is witnessing the growth and healing that comes from leaning into vulnerability and exploring blocks from a place of compassion and curiosity. I support clients as they learn tools to work through challenges while doing deep inner work to cultivate self-love, inner peace, and confidence.

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your thoughts, or constantly second-guessing yourself? You’re not alone. I help young adults navigate anxiety, self-doubt, and life transitions using a compassionate, insight-oriented approach. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself.

I offer a calm, encouraging space where you can feel supported and begin making sense of what you’re experiencing. If you’re thinking about starting therapy, I’m here to meet you exactly where you are and walk with you, knowing how much courage it takes to be open and vulnerable.

My therapeutic style is warm, engaging, and genuine. I take an eclectic approach to counseling in which I enjoy working with people from all different lifestyles. I help people work through depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, stress management, identity challenges, and emotional awareness.

Starting therapy is a courageous first step, and I want to commend you for taking it. I'm a therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s transitions, heal from past wounds, and move toward meaningful growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and empowering—I believe in creating a supportive space where you feel truly heard.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LCMFT) with more than 20 years of experience providing individual, couple, and family therapy. I enjoy working with both adults and teenagers. I am trained in several different evidence-based treatment modalities that are proven to be effective and solution-focused.

I create a safe and supportive environment where you can share and be heard. I prioritize fostering a therapeutic relationship based on compassion, non-judgment, and genuine care. With a client-centered approach, I recognize the unique challenges you face on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.

I help individuals, couples, families, and veterans find joy and fulfillment in their relationships. Whether you're facing challenges or seeking growth, we'll work together using down-to-earth conversation so you can feel calm and relaxed. A Christian approach is available if desired.

I am deeply committed to fostering positive change and empowerment in your life. I believe in accessible mental health services and strive to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where you can grow and heal.

I am Karen Johnson, MS, LPC, NCC. I love working with women as they navigate the many layers of life - relationships, motherhood, career, and personal growth. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I specialize in narcissistic abuse recovery, relationship and communication challenges, anxiety, self worth and personal growth.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor(LCPC) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) who works from an attachment-based, experiential, and emotion-focused framework. I provide a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore emotions, patterns, and lived experiences in the present moment.

I am a licensed clinical therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting women. I bring warmth, compassion, and genuineness into my work while helping clients with anxiety, depression, infertility, and major life transitions. My hope is to help you feel grounded, reconnect with yourself, and create space for healing.

I believe every individual deserves to feel safe, nurtured, and loved, and I'm dedicated to healing hurts and overcoming challenges for each individual I journey with. I pair warmth with fun and whimsy to create an environment where you can find your voice, explore who you are, and heal from past harm.