New Life Family Counseling

I am located at 7381 W 133rd Steet, Suite 209, Overland Park, KS. It is located just off 135^th Street and 69 Highway. I am on the 2^nd Floor, Suite 209. The entrance is toward the south side of the building. Our lobby is to the left as you come off the elevator or stairway. 

Individual rates are $135/hr
Couples rates are $135/hr
Sliding scale: email or call if you believe you may be eligible

As an out-of-network provider, I do not accept insurance. However, I can provide a receipt of service, known as a Superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Sessions are $135 for a 50-minute session regardless of whether it is an individual or couples session. A sliding scale is also available.

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Yes, I offer limited sliding scale session fees for those who qualify. Please call or email me to check and see if you qualify. Please include Total Household income and the number of individuals living in the Household. 

I specialize in marital and relationship issues, and men’s issues associated with pornography and sexual addiction but also address anxiety, anger, depression, and grief. 

I also offer a faith-based approach should you desire it. Whether this is incorporated into your treatment process is strictly up to you. 

I cherish the opportunity to openly discuss therapy using a biblical approach, using practices grounded in scripture and a solid Christian faith-based perspective. I love to incorporate prayer and the use of Scripture in sessions. However, I recognize some people do not prefer this. Whether this is incorporated into your treatment process is strictly up to you. 

At New Life Family Counseling, you will receive compassionate and personalized care. I want you to feel welcome and safe when you walk through the door. It will be a warm and safe place to find healing and hope through therapy. Additionally, I am willing to openly address therapy from a faith based, biblical approach using effective clinical practices grounded in a solid Christian faith.  However, whether this is incorporated into their treatment process is always your decision.

The simplest way is clicking the “Contact Me” button above or to call or email about starting services. I also offer a 15-minute free phone consultation to answer questions and to make sure I am a good fit for you.

I utilize a combination of theories but primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).  I challenge individuals and couples to look at things from a different perspective. I believe if you change how, you think, it will change how you do things and will change how you feel about yourself, about others and about life.  I also utilize a number of other theories to address where you are and what you want to accomplish in therapy, including Family Systems, Gottman Methods, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, among others.  My goal is to help you to become your own therapist and thus no longer need to see me.

Yes, I offer a 15-minute free phone consultation to answer questions and make sure we are a good fit.

I work with individuals and couples both in-person and via TeleHealth.  TeleHealth allows clients to attend therapy sessions remotely via a secure HIPAA-compliant video conferencing platform. Many clients actually prefer teletherapy due to its convenience and flexibility. I do everything possible to make TeleHealth sessions comfortable, productive, and tailored to your needs. While I find that online therapy is very effective and I often utilize it, sometimes nothing can replace being in the therapy room together. Therefore, I often recommend in person therapy whenever possible.

Yes, I am currently offering appointments on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. However, availability for these times can be limited. I do not offer weekend appointments.

Yes, if you are an existing patient, you can easily request an appointment through the patient portal.

I recognize that emergencies and other scheduling conflicts arise from time to time and are sometimes unavoidable; however, advance notification allows me to fulfill other patients’ scheduling needs. Therefore, I ask that you cancel at least 24 hours prior to the appointment. You will be subject to a $70 Late Cancellation or Fail to Show fee if not cancelled at least 24 hours in advance.

The patient portal has several features to help you manage your appointments. You can find our portal on my website. Look for the “Patient Portal.” You can also call us at any time and leave a message to cancel an appointment. 

If you intend to cancel or move your scheduled appointment, you must do so with at least 24 hours’ notice. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR A $70 LATE CANCELLATION or FAIL TO SHOW FEE FOR MISSED APPOINTMENTS OR APPOINTMENTS NOT CANCELED WITH 24-HOUR NOTICE. 

In addition to completing your new patient forms, our patient portal access will allow you to establish and change appointments, communicate securely with your provider, and view billing/payment information.

My goal is to return all calls during or outside of business hours within 24 hours. Any calls during the weekend will be returned the following Monday. 

I typically do not do therapy on the phone, outside of business hours, however I am willing to briefly process with you and to schedule an upcoming appointment. If the conversation goes beyond 10 minutes you will be subject to a prorated appointment fee. 

 If you are in crisis, you should call one of the emergency numbers and/or implement procedures outlined below.

If you find yourself in crisis and are considering harming yourself, please respond in one or more of the following ways. 

• Reach out to a close friend or loved one talk with you or come be with you
• Take yourself or have someone take you to the nearest hospital ER
• Call 911 to get emergency services
• Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Or use the Lifeline Chat. Services are free and confidential
  • The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S. has a Spanish-language phone line at 1-888-628-9454 (toll-free).

During the first appointment, we will spend time getting to know each other, gathering information about you learning and about what brings you to counseling, and. We will also discuss what you are hoping to accomplish in counseling and develop some initial goals for treatment to help you get there.

Sessions are a “clinical hour” of 50 minutes.

The frequency of therapy sessions can vary widely based on individual needs and the type of treatment. While attending therapy once a week or once every two weeks is a common practice, it’s important to recognize that there is no universal schedule that fits everyone. Therapy should be customized to each client’s unique situation and requirements. The decision on how often to attend therapy depends on several factors, including the client’s condition, the treatment approach, and their specific needs.

The short answer is “as many as it takes”. Rarely does therapy involve a single appointment. You can continue in therapy for as long as it remains beneficial. There is no exact number for how many sessions to expect. Depending on your circumstances and situational needs, additional therapy appointments may be scheduled weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, etc. Some people may remain in therapy for years, when addressing long-term issues. Therapy can provide a space to discuss daily events and receive compassionate advice and professional guidance, a place where you feel safe to discuss any issue. We will work within your expectations and schedule to determine the best fit for you.

You don’t need to face a major issue to go to therapy. We are all “works in progress” and therapy can help with that. Nobody is perfect, and many of us carry baggage and/or unhealthy patterns. It isn’t just for those with mental illnesses, almost everyone can gain from therapy. It can be a valuable tool for improving many areas of your life.

If you find that your mental or emotional health is impacting your daily life, speaking with a therapist can be beneficial. Talk therapy is often the initial step in addressing mental and emotional health concerns

People often seek therapy when they:

• Are coping with the loss of a loved one
• Have relationship issues in their marriage, family or other individuals
• Have intense emotions or behaviors such as anger or addiction
• Feeling lethargic, down, and disconnected.
• Have experienced a traumatic event
• Are undergoing a major life change
• Are undergoing a major life change

• Objective and honest feedback.
• Confidentiality.
• Better mental health makes for better overall health.
• A counselor can help you figure out solutions to problems.
• Most people who see a counselor report it was helpful.
• Long term positive impact on your life.
• You’ll learn skills to help you in future situations.
• You’ll learn you’re not alone.
• You’ll have a supportive person to help you.
• Counselors will challenge and push you to reach your goals.