Meet the Zona Rosa Therapists
Cheree McCallon
Lead Therapist
LSCSW, LCSW, CRAADC, CCTP-II
Specialties: substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, somatic experiencing
Population Focus: adolescents age 15 and up, young adults, adults, first responders
Biography:
Cheree is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri and a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) in Kansas with a master’s degree from University of Missouri - Kansas City. She is a Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol Drug Counselor (CRAADC), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in Training, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy) trained. Cheree has 13 years of experience in the social service, mental health, and addiction field; having worked inpatient, outpatient, and residential settings, serving adolescent and adult populations. She uses a variety of therapeutic interventions to meet individuals where they are in their life’s journey. She specializes in depression, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, and substance use. Cheree's favorite self-care activities include spending time with her family, her cat, watching documentaries, and the creative process of rehabbing her house.
Tate Goss
Lead Therapist
LSCSW, LCSW
Specialties: dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), prolonged exposure therapy (PE), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), PTSD, trauma, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, adjustment disorders, depression, somatic experiencing
Population Focus: young adults, adults, military, first responders
Biography:
Tate (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri, a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) in Kansas, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in Training, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy) trained. She received her master’s degree from the University of Kansas. Tate has experience working in a variety of settings including outpatient and inpatient facilities providing individual and group therapy. Her focus has been on providing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to assist with emotion management along with Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help those who have endured traumatic life experiences. Tate provides skills to assist in coping with daily stressors and anxiety. She is passionate about providing insight and skills to enrich relationships and helping individuals to grow within their own life journey. Tate is an advocate for self-care and has helped individuals develop their own self care plans. She offers a compassionate and direct approach in therapy while utilizing the strengths perspective to assist people with reaching their goals. Tate’s favorite self-care activities include reading, exploring the city, and spending time with her family and her animals.
Lorianne Plummer
Therapist
LCSW
Specialties: anxiety, depression, grief and loss, communication, marriage relationship, aging, ADHD, chronic illness/health transitions, adjustment, military/veterans' issues, PTSD/Trauma, EMDR, spiritually focused as desired
Population Focus: adolescent ages 13 and up, adults, seniors, individuals, couples (married/pre-marital), military, veterans, first responders, families, healthcare workers
Biography:
Lorianne Plummer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience and received her master's degree from East Carolina University. Lorianne is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) using this with youth, adults and in couple's work. She has completed the Gottman Method Couples Therapy training. She is experienced in helping others through life and health transitions, marriage and relationship adjustments, past trauma, new mental health diagnoses, adolescent needs and supporting those challenged by chronic illness. Lorianne meets the individual healing needs of clients through evidence-based practices of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy (SFBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and narrative therapy. Her background includes social work in areas of hospice, home health, and dialysis. Lorianne was an Army spouse to a combat veteran and can validate the gifts, difficulties and ‘moral injuries’ that challenge military members and first responders. She has worked with those transitioning from the Army as a career counselor. Lorianne has been described as insightful, compassionate and welcoming. Her passion is to enrich the lives of those who are willing to grow through challenges and change. She encourages clients to explore their story, show self-care, and to develop personal curiosity and self-inquiry about beliefs, emotions, boundaries, and behaviors within a safe therapeutic environment. Lorianne’s favorite self-care activities include time with her adult children, working with her miniature horses, writing poetry, camping anywhere in the WIgWam, hiking, cooking, laughing out loud, reading, and traveling to new destinations.
Stephanie Fox
Therapist
LCSW
Specialties: depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, stress management
Population Focus: military/first responders, adults, young adults, adolescents age 15 and up
Biography:
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree from Saint Louis University. She is trained in EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy, and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). Stephanie has experience providing individual and group therapy in inpatient psychiatric care and dual-diagnosis residential treatment. She specializes in depression, anxiety, substance use, military/first responders, trauma, and domestic violence. She uses a compassionate and direct approach with clients to meet them where they are in their healing journey, improve overall wellbeing, and increase self-worth. Stephanie’s favorite self-care activities include traveling, reading, being active, and spending time with family and friends.
Tiffane Friesen
Therapist
LMSW
Specialties: LGBTQIA+ issues, grief and loss, neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD), anxiety, depression, life transitions, spirituality-inclusive therapy, chronic illness, complex trauma, and body acceptance/neutrality
Population Focus: children ages 5 and up, adolescents, adults, LGBTQIA+ individuals/families, trauma survivors (C/PTSD), people in caregiving professions, and children of first responders
Biography:
Tiffane (she/they) is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a master’s degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City. She is licensed in Missouri and under the clinical supervision of Cheree McCallon, LCSW. Tiffane has eleven years of experience working in community mental health, both as a case manager for adults and transitional age youth and as a therapeutic arts program manager. Tiffane is a trauma responsive therapist experienced in various evidence-based modalities including dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and narrative therapy. Additionally, she is eye movement reprocessing and desensitization (EMDR) trained and uses this modality with children and adults. Tiffane uses a liberation-centered therapeutic approach that embraces artmaking, mindfulness, creative ritual, and transpersonal psychology. She provides an empowering environment for personal healing and transformation. Tiffane’s favorite self-care activities include making art, spending time in nature with her partner, loving on her dog Moonie, and singing in a local choir.
Teresa Flaugher
Therapist
LMSW
Specialties: mindfulness meditation, grief and loss, aging adjustment, anticipatory grief, depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, boundary setting
Population Focus: young adults (18+), adults, seniors, individuals, families, couples
Biography:
Teresa is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a master’s degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City. She is licensed in Missouri and Kansas and under the clinical supervision of Cheree McCallon, LCSW. Teresa has 20+ years in the medical field with the last 11 years specifically in geriatrics, dementia care, inpatient psychiatric treatment, and hospice care. Teresa is experienced in facilitating individual and group sessions using evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, as well as a variety of therapeutic strategies to individualize care to client needs. She enjoys supporting clients as they process concerns, with a focus on discovering underlying causes to formulate goals and move toward solutions. Teresa believes we all have room for growth and together we can work to develop skills that bring healing and transformation to client lives. Teresa's favorite self-care activities include spending time with her beloved family and friends, drinking coffee somewhere in nature-preferably while camping near a beautiful body of water, hiking, reading, kayaking, cheering for KC sports teams, as well as watching cooking shows while vegging on the sofa.
Samantha Haverfield
Therapist
LMSW
Specialties: LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, cultural differences, family and/or couples conflict, life transitions, communication, problem-solving, ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma
Population Focus: adolescents (11+up), teens, young adults, families, couples, service industry workers
Biography:
Samantha is a dedicated and compassionate professional. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a master degree from the University of Kansas, where she also earned a BA in Psychology and a minor in Applied Behavioral Sciences (ABSC). Samantha is under the clinical supervision of Cheree McCallon, LCSW. Samantha brings valuable experience from her work at an alternative high school, where she provided emotional and social support to students under 18 years of age. During her CCA clinical internship, she gained expertise, skills in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy for adolescents, teens, and couples. Samantha's therapeutic approach is client-centered while prioritizing safety, affirmation, and adapting to meet each individual's unique needs. She employs a strengths-based and person-in-environment method, empowering clients by honoring their cultural identities and celebrating their unique differences. Samantha is particularly passionate about supporting teens through life-changing stages, creating a non-judgmental, validating, and welcoming environment for her clients, regardless of their circumstances. Samantha’s favorite self-care activities include cooking, baking, nurturing her plants, cherishing moments with loved ones, music, thrift shopping and discovering new experiences and building connections.
Lexie Barash
Master of Social Work Intern
University of Kansas
Specialties of Interest: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, adjustment disorders, ADHD & related disorders, grief & loss
Population Focus: children, adolescents, young adults, adults
Biography:
Lexie is in her final year at the University of Kansas where she will obtain her Master of Social Work degree. She is grateful for the opportunity to train at CCA under supervision with lead therapist Tate Goss, LCSW. Lexie’s educational milestones include a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work, complemented by a minor in gerontology, both of which she earned at Kansas State University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. During her time in Manhattan, Lexie was involved in Big Brothers Big Sisters where she volunteered as a mentor to ignite young children’s potential. She also completed an internship at Ascension Via Christi Hospital where she acquired valuable hands-on experience in crisis intervention, care coordination, and patient advocacy. These experiences further honed her skills and deepened her commitment to providing compassionate and effective support in challenging situations. From her earliest years, Lexie’s path has been clearly marked by her passion and enthusiasm for helping others. Lexie’s professional aspirations center on fostering a supportive environment where clients can achieve personal growth and healing, utilizing therapeutic techniques for diverse populations. Lexie favorite self-care activities include spending time with loved ones, reading, listening to music, and exploring new coffee shops.
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Zona Rosa
7200 NW 86th Street
Suite D
Kansas City, MO 64153
Fax: (816) 503-6016
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