Meet the Zona Rosa Therapists

Montana Bright (She/Her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas, and an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist with a 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 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.

Marie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri and Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas with a Master of Social Work degree 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) certified. 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 yoga, listening to audiobooks, and exploring the city with her daughter and nephews.

Teresa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master’s degree from the University of Missouri–Kansas City. She is licensed in both Missouri and Kansas. Teresa has over 20 years of experience in the medical field, with the past 11 years focused on geriatrics, dementia care, inpatient psychiatric treatment, and hospice care. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is experienced in facilitating individual and group sessions using evidence-based modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), as well as a variety of therapeutic strategies to individualize care based on client needs. She enjoys supporting clients as they process their concerns, with a focus on uncovering underlying causes, setting meaningful goals, and working toward effective solutions. Teresa believes that everyone has the capacity for growth, and together, clients can develop skills that foster healing and transformation. Teresa’s favorite self-care activities include spending time with her beloved family and friends, drinking coffee in nature-preferably while camping near a beautiful body of water, hiking, reading, kayaking, cheering for Kansas City sports teams, and watching cooking shows while relaxing on the sofa.

Samantha (she/her/) is a warm and compassionate therapist who brings genuine care, curiosity, and personality to her work. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a master’s degree from the University of Kansas, where she also earned her bachelor’s in psychology. Samantha is currently under the clinical supervision of Jill Robinson, LCSW. Samantha has experience supporting adolescents, teens, and couples, drawing from her work in an alternative high school and her clinical internship at CCA. There, she built a foundation in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and family systems approaches—deepening her ability to help individuals and couples build connection, insight, and tools for lasting change. Her therapeutic style is client-centered and rooted in safety, affirmation, and flexibility. She integrates a strengths-based, person-in-environment perspective that honors each person’s unique background and lived experience. Samantha frequently incorporates Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, expressive arts, and somatic practices to support clients in reconnecting with themselves—mind, body, and spirit. Whether through movement, breath, or creative expression like coloring, she encourages clients to listen to their inner world with compassion. Samantha is passionate about helping clients explore self-worth, navigate life transitions, and grow through moments of uncertainty. She provides a nonjudgmental, spiritually inclusive space where people can show up authentically and feel empowered in their healing journey. Samantha’s favorite self-care activities include cooking, baking, caring for her plants, coloring, spending time with loved ones, listening to music, thrift shopping, and learning about holistic wellness and natural remedies.

Alexis (she, her) is Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), in Missouri with a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Kansas. She is licensed in Missouri and under the clinical supervision of Jill Robinson, LCSW. Alexis completed an internship at Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center where she gained hands-on experiences working with refugees and providing resources to support children and families. She also contributed to her skill set by working at the Kansas Department for Children and Families, as a child protection specialist. Alexis's professional aspirations center on therapeutic services that are safe, affirming, and tailored to address the unique needs of each individual client. Alexis's favorite self-care activities include traveling, working out, listening to music, nurturing her plants, and spending time with her loved ones.

Chris (he/him) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a strong foundation in clinical social work and extensive experience supporting individuals through meaningful, sustainable change. He utilizes a strengths-based, person-centered approach and integrates evidence-based practices to empower clients, build resilience, and help them reach their personal goals. Chris earned his Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Central Missouri and his Master of Social Work from the University of Missouri–Kansas City. He has been formally trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) since 2021 and is currently working toward full EMDR certification. Chris is deeply committed to providing compassionate, collaborative, and effective care, and values creating a therapeutic space where clients feel heard, supported, and capable of growth. Chris’s favorite self-care activities include poking around thrift stores and antique shops, learning about woodworking in his garage, spending time with his two children and his partner and challenging himself with new cooking projects.

Jackie is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) in Missouri and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Kansas. She graduated with a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valdosta State University and is currently under the clinical supervision of Montana Bright, LPC, LCPC. Jackie is a United States Army veteran and a military spouse who is passionate about helping service members, first responders, and their families overcome the unique challenges of their professions, while helping them meet their personal wellness goals. Her clinical background focused on trauma survivors and has worked with clients experiencing moral injury, sexual trauma, and intimate partner violence. Jackie also has a love for children, adolescents, and young adults, helping them work through identity issues, career issues, emotional regulation, executive functioning, and behavioral challenges. Her approach to therapy integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and multicultural considerations. Her warmth, compassion, and curiosity create a welcoming and collaborative therapeutic environment where individuals are free to grow at their own pace. Jackie's favorite self-care activities include hiking, singing in community choirs, and reading.

Aaron is dually licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and Wisconsin and is trained in EMDR. He earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands and a Bachelor’s in Business Management from Davenport University. He is dedicated to providing high-quality care through a person-centered approach that supports clients throughout their behavioral health journey. Using evidence-based therapy at a client-driven pace, he develops individualized care plans designed to foster meaningful, lasting change. Aaron is especially passionate about helping veterans and first responders navigate their unique experiences. Aaron’s favorite self-care activities include spending time outdoors and traveling with his family.