Therapy for adults and couples in Kansas who are ready for calmer days and steadier relationships

Help for anxiety, burnout, or relationship strain, with practical skills for real life. Therapy available to Kansas residents. In-person and telehealth options.

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Who you are

Therapy for people ready to do the work

You're thoughtful and self-aware, tired of spinning in the same patterns, and looking for both understanding and concrete tools to move forward.

You feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally stuck

Anxiety, burnout, and emotional overwhelm can leave you feeling trapped. Therapy helps you understand what's happening and build skills to respond differently.

You're a couple repeating the same arguments or feeling disconnected

Couples therapy creates space to break old patterns, hear each other more clearly, and rebuild connection through honest conversation and practical tools.

  You want real tools, not just talk

Therapy here is grounded in evidence-based approaches like DBT, CBT, and EFT. You'll learn skills you can use between sessions and in daily life.

You're open to honest conversation and structure

Healing happens when you're willing to look at what's true and commit to small, steady steps. Structure and warmth go together here.

What we offer

Three ways to work with us

Choose the path that fits where you are right now.

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For adults

Individual therapy

For adults seeking calm, clarity and skills for life.

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For partners

Couples therapy

For partners ready to reconnect and break old cycles.

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For groups

Group & workshops

For learning skills with others, guided by a therapist.

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The process

How therapy works here

We start with a conversation, move into focused work, and build skills you'll use every day.

1. Free consult

We talk about what brings you in and whether we're a good fit.

2. First sessions

We listen, understand your story, and set clear goals together.

3. Ongoing work

Regular sessions with check-ins on what's working and what needs adjustment.

4. Between sessions

Small, steady practices you'll try on your own to build real change.

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About

Who you're working with

Marilyn brings clinical training in DBT, CBT, ACT and EFT, plus years of HR and leadership experience. She listens carefully, asks honest questions, and teaches skills that stick.

  • Licensed clinical professional

  • Advanced training in evidence-based modalities

  • Warm, practical, grounded in real life

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Location

Therapy available to Kansas residents only

Individual and couples therapy is offered to adults physically located in Kansas. Sessions are held in-person in Lawrence or by telehealth, whichever works best for you.

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Beyond

Coaching and workplace programs live elsewhere

If you're looking for leadership coaching, corporate workshops, or team programs, those services are offered through Marilyn Rosa Consulting. Visit that site to explore how to work together outside of therapy.

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