Therapists

Sarah Olson, LSCSW2021-214 (2)

“It’s never too late to be what you might have been.”
-George Eliot

Are you tired of feeling stressed and anxious, saying “yes” when you mean “no,” snapping at those you love most, overwhelmed by caregiving and professional roles? Therapy can offer a new perspective and to manage these challenges. In our modern lives full of competing demands, imagine being able to hit the pause button and find calm. With skills of mindfulness, you can focus and take action in ways that reflect what you value most. Anxiety and perfectionism are not the boss of you. You are capable of finding deeper connection, greater purpose, and inner peace.

I utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and specialize in treating burnout and compassion fatigue, a skill I use in my role as a clinical supervisor for other therapists. I also have a particular interest in helping gifted children and adolescents to manage anxiety and perfectionism.

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Blair Geiger, LMSW

Your experiences, your journey and your story are unique to you. Life will present troubles and challenges, as a therapist I am here to help support clients in gaining new perspective and develop skills to help cope and navigate through these challenges. Every individual has value and purpose and I find it meaningful to utilize the strengths perspective in our work together. I enjoy working with children and families who may be experiencing a variety of challenges, including child behavior, focus and concentration, grief and loss, and anxiety.

As a social worker I have worked with children and families, with prior work in foster care and educational settings. I am familiar with children’s physical and cognitive development and the importance of children’s emotional and social needs being met. I have experience working directly with children with behavioral issues, emotional management and families experiencing grief and loss.

My therapeutic styles include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy and play therapy.

Colby Stoller, LPC

While we may share an experience with others, our journey is our own. I will meet you where you are on your journey and guide you to where you hope to be. I have a passion for the work I do with children as they are navigating their way through development. As a previous Kindergarten teacher, I am familiar with the demands of school as well as the importance of the social/emotional goals to be met. I have experience working with children with mood disorders, behavioral issues, and emotional management. I aim to be a resource to help my clients cope with and manage their big emotions in a safe and healthy way. I strive to provide a fun and safe environment for them to feel as though they belong and are cared for.

My therapeutic style consists of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and play therapy.

Seeking help is not always easy, especially when your path appears to be full of twists and turns that are difficult to navigate.  If you are ready to start this journey, I am here to walk with you.

Angela Beims, LMSW

As we walk through life, with its many experiences, challenges, and transitions, there are times when we may need extra support to help us create the lives we want to live and heal from situations that have caused us pain. It is my goal to walk alongside you, providing a relationship built on trust, empathy, and collaboration to empower you in your unique journey of discovery and healing.

My experience has offered me the opportunity to work with individuals of all ages in a variety of situations and settings, including individual therapy in outpatient settings, foster care, adoption, and educational settings. I especially enjoy assisting those struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, parenting, or other life stressors.

My therapeutic styles include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution Focused Therapy.

Traci Contreras, LMSW

“You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.” -Christopher Robin.

You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone- reaching out for support can provide the clarity and strength you need to live day to day with confidence. As a therapist, my commitment is to work alongside you, providing the support and tools necessary to help you reach your personal goals. Together we will explore your strengths, overcome challenges, and create a path that leads to lasting growth and fulfillment.

I am a therapist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and loss. I utilize a range of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy and solution-focused therapy with a strengths perspective outlook to help individuals express and process their emotions while identifying personal strengths that is crucial in building confidence. I strive to provide a safe, empathetic space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Toby Kriwiel, LCMFT

I have been a practicing therapist for over three years now, and often what people tell me they have found most helpful in our conversations is that I am simply a “calming presence.” This comes from the very heart of my approach – where you’ll find a deep caring for your life, an ongoing commitment to humility, and a dignifying way of listening to you and your story. I like to bring warmth and creativity to conversations, asking lots of questions, and maybe offering a thoughtful idea or a gentle challenge, or sometimes a poem to share, or some laughter to share as well.
 
The thing is, I don’t think that people are problems. Of course, problems exist and can be so harmful in our lives, but I don’t think they are found inside of people. There are so many stories told about our lives, about who we are and what we “should” or “shouldn’t” do or be. But these stories are rarely fitting, and rarely honoring of what people care about. In my conversations with people, I really want to get to know what people care about. Whether the problems that you or your relationships might be up against include:
 
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Grief, loss, or sadness
  • The effects of trauma, abuse, or mistreatment
  • Issues around alcohol or substance use
  • Negative or hurtful ways of communicating
  • The challenges of modern-day parenting
  • Emotional or behavioral difficulties with kids
  • The effects of marginalization due to race, class, gender, sexuality, ancestry, ability, religion, or geographic location…
  • I am committed to getting to know you through collaborative conversations, and through my skills as a deep listener and “calming presence”, and through honoring your inherent skills as well.
I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, a very longwinded title given to me by the licensing board in the State of Kansas. My license number is LCMFT-03375. Most people just refer to me as a “therapist”. My approach is informed by the ideas and ethics of Narrative Therapy. I grew up in Kansas, and now live and work in rural northeast Kansas, where I get to work with a wide variety of concerns that people bring in, as I am both a male-identifying therapist and a therapist who works with couples and families, which are rarities in this geographical area.
 
The land where I work and live is the traditional and unceded territories of the Kickapoo, Osage, and Kaw Peoples. I also wish to acknowledge the long and violent history that has contributed to this moment in time where I, a White, English-speaking therapist, am living and working in this area of the world.
 
I am also a father, a husband, a poet, and a youth sports coach. My pronouns are He/Him. It would be an honor to be your therapist.