Getting to Know Me – RB

My name is Rebecca. I am a Nationally Certified Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor in KS, and a Certified Play Therapist at Grow Psychological in Leawood, KS. 

I was raised in a suburb of Kansas City, in a Deaf family. I am a Child of Deaf Adults (CODA) and American Sign Language (ASL) was my first language. I am a proud auntie and love spending time reading or playing video games. 

I graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Science and a Minor in Psychology. I graduated from Walden University with a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I received my Play Therapy Certificate from MidAmerica Nazarene University.

My passions include anything and everything Disney, advocating and spreading awareness for those with chronic illness, and working with children 3+ and teens. I am one of few practicing counselors in the Kansas City area who provide counseling in ASL, and I am proud to be able to serve the Deaf community in this capacity. I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2018. I believe this has given me significant insight into the world of chronic illness. 

I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), child-centered play therapy (CCPT), and directed play therapy in my therapy sessions. I currently accept Aetna insurance and KS Medicaid. I have limited sliding scale availability for private pay clients. 

“Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, and dreams are forever” -Walt Disney 

Book a free 15-minute consultation with me today to explore what counseling may look like for you and/or your kiddos.