Meet the Liberty Therapists

Sheena is dually licensed in the state of Missouri and Kansas as a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC), and Certified Reciprocal Advance Alcohol Drug Counselor (CRAADC). She is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy) certified, an EMDRIA Approved Consultant, a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in Training,  a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II, and certified to provide Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) assessments . Sheena is a first responder treatment provider for Missouri CIT and FRST. In sessions, Sheena uses modern approaches to help individuals achieve goals and make personal improvements in their life. Sheena's favorite self-care activities include traveling, cooking, attending live shows, cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs, and spending time with her husband and Bengal cats Niko and Remi.

Jill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri, Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) in Kansas, and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S™). She is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy) certified, a Certified AutPlay Therapy Provider, a Certified Autism Specialist (CAS), and a Certified Animal Assisted Play Therapist (CAAPT). She is currently an adjunct professor at Park University and a volunteer for the Northland Trauma Recovery Network. Jill is passionate about helping individuals meet their goals and enhance their well-being. Before entering private practice, she worked in hospice and at a psychiatric hospital. Jill has three dogs and a cat who come into the office with her. Jill's favorite self-care activities include being outside, running, and spending time with family, friends, and her pets.

John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas. He has a history of training and implementing trauma informed care programming in residential and community programs. John has been in the social services for almost 20 years with career experience in residential care, child welfare, and individual and group therapy. He specializes in working with depression, anxiety, co-occurring diagnoses, PTSD, and the impacts of daily stressors. John has an extensive knowledge of therapeutic practices including CBT, Solution Focused, DBT, and EMDR. John's favorite self-care activities include spending time with family, reading, exercising, and seeking learning opportunities.

Montana Bright (She/Her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master in Mental Health Counseling from Missouri State University in Springfield and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. She is a current PhD candidate working towards her sex therapy certification and PhD in Clinical Sexology. Montana utilizes different therapeutic techniques when working with individuals and couples experiencing loss of desire, erectile disorders, or other sexual dysfunctions. She works with members of the LGBTQIA+ community and anyone questioning gender Identity. Montana uses a gender-affirming therapy model when working with transgender clients. Montana has a background working with clients who have experienced domestic violence, sexual trauma, depression, and anxiety. Montana’s favorite self-care activities include painting, yoga, and spending time with her family and two dogs.

Katie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Colorado and Missouri, and a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas. She has experience with individuals and families across the lifespan and is skilled in a variety of modalities. With professional experience in adoption, healthcare, primary care based behavioral health, and private practice, Katie seeks to understand the many layers and environments that shape individuals and systems. She is a member of the Missouri Crisis Intervention Team as a First Responder Treatment Provider. Katie is trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and motivational interviewing. Katie is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and is working towards her EMDR certification. As a clinical supervisor, she is enthusiastic about supporting Masters level students and clinicians pursuing their clinical licenses. She is a LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, believes in the worth of all people, and is a provider on GLMA’s LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory. Katie always takes a strength-based approach to therapy and works alongside her clients to choose the best modality for them. Katie’s favorite self-care activities include yoga, reading, listening to music, spending time in the wilderness, and drinking delicious coffee.

Marie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri and Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas with a Masters Degree in Social Work from Kansas University. She specializes in working with depression, anxiety, stress management, grief, eating disorders and trauma. Marie is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy) trained and working towards certification. Her career experience has been in child welfare, case management, group therapy, and individual therapy. Marie is described as compassionate, warm, caring, and insightful. Marie's favorite self-care activities include paint by number, playing with her nephews, watching documentaries, and finding new ways to move her body.

Joseph holds dual licensure as a Professional Counselor in both Missouri and Kansas, along with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri. His tenure at the university was distinguished by serving as president of a national honor society in psychology. Presently, Joseph is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT) and recognized as a Certified Youth Mental Health Specialist (CYMHS). His professional journey is marked by a profound commitment to adolescent and young adult psychotherapy, coupled with an advocacy for youth mental health within the community. Joseph’s expertise extends to his role as a psychotherapist in an acute inpatient psychiatric hospital—a position he has held since 2009. His multifaceted experience encompasses evidence-based day rehabilitation programs, substance abuse interventions for young individuals, adolescent Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP), and comprehensive mental health case management for children and teenagers. As an independent researcher, Joseph has dedicated years to the study and instruction of sleep hygiene, culminating in the completion of an advanced intensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). He has volunteer experience on a crisis hotline and has contributed to an Institutional Review Board (IRB) sanctioned research laboratory, investigating emotional development in children at the University of Missouri. A native of Kansas City’s Northland, Joseph’s dedication to community service is reflected in his status as a proud Eagle Scout and his mentorship role with Big Brothers of Greater Kansas City. Joseph's favorite self-care activities include domestic and international travel, social engagement with family and friends, and learning culinary skills.

Dr. Duane A. Lundervold graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Southern Illinois University-Carbondale where he studied psychology, behavior analysis, rehabilitation, and counseling. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and Wisconsin and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral level. He has been providing behavioral healthcare services, training, and supervising, and teaching others since 1984. Dr. Lundervold is a Professor of Psychological Science at the University of Central Missouri and was on the staff at Saint Luke’s Hospital-Kansas City. His expertise is in the areas of behavioral parent training, acceptance-based CBT, treatment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, and pain management. Dr. Lundervold is one of a handful of nonmedical specialists who helped individuals with Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor cope with psychosocial disability. Duane’s favorite self-care activities include playing gourmet chef, riding motorcycle, spending time on the water, and being in nature, especially with Odin, his Golden Retriever.

Susan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and Kansas, and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC) in Kansas. She is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy), DDP (Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) trained. Susan serves on the board of Resilient Colorado as the Chief Clinical Officer and clinical member of ATSA (Association of Treatment of Sexual Abusers). She is passionate about building relationships to assist individuals with inspiring motivation and change. Before entering private practice, Susan worked in outpatient mental healthcare, residential treatment facilities, and at a psychiatric hospital providing individual, group and family therapy. Her favorite self-care activities include being outside, especially walking her Doberman, Jafar, kayaking, traveling internationally, cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Miranda is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa. She is licensed in Missouri, Kansas, and Texas. She is also a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) and Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider (PMH-C). Prior to her work in private practice, Miranda had experience as a direct support professional, judicial advocate, case manager and refugee resettlement/family services provider. She has diverse experience working with individuals from all walks of life, and especially loves working with those living with developmental disabilities, immigrants and their children, healthcare professionals and new moms/birthing parents. Miranda understands that life is both complex and challenging, and is passionate about providing holistic treatment to clients in a nurturing and judgment-free space. She is trained in a variety of trauma-informed approaches including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing therapy (EMDR). Miranda provides care to clients alongside her dog, Cora, a Cavachon. Miranda’s favorite self-care activities include reading, being in nature, time spent with her family and three dogs, movies, live music, and traveling.

Michael is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri and Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) in Kansas with a Masters Degree from the University of Kansas. He is fully certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) therapy, which is a leading evidence based treatment for those that have experienced trauma and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in Training. Michael has over ten years of experience working with individuals in both residential and outpatient programs. This experience includes work with all ages with primary emphasis on adolescents and young adults. Michael utilizes different treatment modalities depending on the needs identified in therapy, the most common being EMDR, solution focused therapy, and somatic experiencing. Michael's favorite self-care activities include spending quality time with his wife and two kids, watching and playing sports, enjoying the outdoors, and barbecuing.

Susan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Avila University. She specializes in depression, anxiety, stress management, communication skills and evidence-based tools rooted in DBT, CBT, neuroplasticity and Polyvagal Theory. Prior to serving in private practice, Susan provided crisis intervention and stabilization in an inpatient mental health care psychiatric hospital, where she provided individual, family and group therapy in an acute setting. Susan has a reputation for presenting a calming and caring demeaner. She uses sincere active and reflective listening, empathetic feedback while generating mutually determined goals to help clients improve self-worth and develop positive future focus. She plans to become certified in EMDR in 2023. Susan’s favorite self-care activities include yoga, spending time in nature, creating artwork, and spending time with family, friends, and pets.

Jamie is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a master’s degree from the University of Kansas. She is currently under the clinical supervision of LCSW, Katie Landry. Jamie received her Bachelor of Social Welfare from the University of Kansas as well. Jamie has experience working with youth aging out of foster care through her position as a Transition Advocate in the Foster Adopt Youthrive Program. She also has experience as a coach, teacher, caregiver, and summer camp leader. Jamie recently completed an internship at the Child Abuse Prevention Association where she worked as a play therapist serving children and their caregivers. Through this experience, Jamie developed a passion for working with children of all ages and a desire to become a specialist in play, expressive art, and Autplay therapy. Jamie plans to obtain her Registered Play Therapist certification in the coming year and has long-term goals of specializing in work with neurodivergent children and youth. Jamie’s favorite self-care activities include gardening, playing beach volleyball, being outdoors with her husband and five children, making arts and crafts, and dreaming up house remodelling projects to DIY.

Haylee is a Supervised Marriage and Family Therapist with a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University.  She is currently licensed in Missouri and is under the clinical supervision of Jessica Schroeder (2022050158).  She has experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families working on issues such as anxiety, depression, self esteem, PTSD, and communication skills to strengthen relationships.  Haylee most enjoys working with children and adolescents and has training in Play Therapy including sand tray play therapy, child centered play therapy, and attachment based play therapy.  Before entering the mental health field, she utilized her undergraduate degree in Child, Adult, and Family Services from Iowa State University in preschool and early childcare settings. Haylee brings an empathetic, playful, and client centered approach to sessions and believes each client holds the knowledge they need to be experts in their own lives.  She believes in providing a welcoming, warm, non-judgmental space for clients to safely explore their life stories.  Haylee's favorite self-care activities include spending time with her husband and dogs, baking, traveling, and reading.

Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with a master’s degree in clinical counseling from Bellevue University in Bellevue, Nebraska. She specializes in work with trauma, depression, anger management, ADHD, anxiety, self-esteem, and communication skills. Amy is EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy trained, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) trained, and is versed in trauma informed care. Amy’s career experience includes, working with adult and adolescent mental health, LGBTQIA+, domestic violence survivors, trauma, individual and group therapy, and 10+ years of working with at-risk youth. Amy focuses on empowering clients to own their abilities in solving life’s problems. She utilizes a modern, compassionate, eclectic approach to assist clients in understanding root issues, and empowers the client to inspire the change they desire. Amy’s favorite self-care activities include painting, being out in nature, walking her dog, exercise, watching a good TV show, camping, and spending time with her family.

Gabrielle Jones graduated from the University of Missouri- Kansas City with a master’s degree in counseling. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and looks forward to becoming EMDR trained in 2024. Prior to entering private practice, she worked in community mental health providing inpatient and outpatient substance use and mental health treatment. Gabrielle assisted with the opening of a behavioral crisis center serving as a behavioral health consultant and provided clinical supervision to individuals seeking their substance use treatment provider credentials. She has experience with military culture, and in recent years facilitated a support group for first responders and healthcare providers. As a foundation, Gabrielle utilizes an eclectic approach to guide others on their journey towards a healthy recovery and an empowered life. Gabrielle currently uses somatic therapy to address trauma related issues, components of CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, multicultural and family systems theory to help clients achieve goals and empower their lives. Gabrielle's favorite self-care activities include writing, painting, rock climbing, Brazilian Jui Jitsu, choir, and participating in her own spiritual practices.

Wes is in his final year of the Master of Social Work program at the University of Kansas. He has a passion for therapy and plans to pursue his clinical license after graduating in May 2024. Wes is currently an social work intern under the supervision of Katie Landry, LCSW. He has also been working as a crisis counselor for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline since 2022. Wes is excited to expand his skills gained during his work as a crisis counselor and education, when working with clients. He is rooted in core values of client-centered and strengths-based therapy and would like to pursue further education in modalities such cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), EMDR, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness based interventions. Wes's favorite self-care activities include playing guitar, video games, laughing, and spending time with loved ones.

Ruth is a current Master of Social Work student at the University of Kansas. She is a first-generation college student and received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Missouri-Kansas City. Ruth is currently a social work intern under the supervision of John Clymore, LCSW. She recently completed an internship at the Child Abuse Prevention Association, serving children and youth. Ruth primarily has experience working with children at a domestic-violence shelter in Kansas City. She is passionate about serving children and immigrant families. Ruth’s favorite self-care activities include traveling, making art, and meditating.

Lesley completed her educational requirements for the Master of Counseling program at Ottawa University and is now working to complete her field placement requirements as an intern. She is under the supervision of Montana Bright, LPC. Lesley’s passion for therapy and the mental health field began many years ago when she completed her undergraduate degree in psychology at Ottawa University in 1999. She has the unique perspective of drawing from diverse educational, career, family, and life experiences. Lesley uses a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy to support individuals in a humanistic, strength-based way, combining insight with action. She believes the therapeutic relationship should be one of authenticity and collaboration, while focusing on a client's strengths and working together to achieve their personal goals. Lesley hopes to help clients, from adolescents to adults, individuals to couples, lead a more meaningful and fulfilled life, while striving to find the tools to cope with life's stress and continue personal growth. She is eager to continue learning and expanding her skills and certifications in the mental health field. Lesley's favorite self-care activities include: pilates, taking walks, reading, traveling, and spending time with her husband, three grown children, and pets.