gokc Healing Center · Kansas City, MO
Meet Our Therapists
We’re a team of experienced, compassionate clinicians, each with a distinct specialty and a genuine belief that the right therapeutic relationship changes everything. Browse below to find your fit.
The right therapist makes all the difference.
Every person on our team brings something distinct. Read through the profiles below, and if someone’s description catches your attention, trust that. You can reach out directly, schedule a free consultation, or use our Therapist Match Maker if you’re not sure where to start.
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Aaron Shore, LPC, LCPC
Nature-Based Therapy · Trauma · Grief · Men’s Issues
If you feel more like yourself outside, or you’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t stick, Aaron’s approach may be exactly what’s been missing. With 20 years of experience and a specialty in nature-based, walk-and-talk therapy, Aaron works with adults navigating trauma, grief, life transitions, anxiety, and men’s mental health. He’s also a proud member of the Queer Affirming Therapist Guild of KC.
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Victoria Nelson, LCSW
High-Functioning Anxiety · ADHD · Couples
You look like you have it together. Inside, you’re exhausted. Victoria specializes in high-functioning anxiety and ADHD for adults who are high-achieving, deeply responsible, and quietly running on empty. If you’re the person everyone depends on who rarely feels supported yourself, Victoria’s warm, grounded approach is built for you.
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Robin Castillo, PLPC
Midlife Transitions · Women’s Issues · Trans & Gender-Expansive · Identity & Self Reclamation
If you’re in the middle of reinventing yourself, whether that’s a midlife awakening, a gender identity exploration, or simply the feeling that the life you’ve built no longer fits, Robin specializes in identity and self reclamation for women 30 and older and trans and gender-expansive individuals. Her work is about finding your way back to yourself, on your own terms.
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Kate Ottley, PLPC
People Pleasing · Trauma Therapy · New to Therapy
If you’ve lost sight of who you are, whether through trauma, difficult relationships, or years of putting everyone else first, Kate specializes in the work of rebuilding. She helps individuals and couples reconnect with their sense of self, recover self-esteem, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine compassion for how hard this kind of work can be.
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Teresa Gomez, LPC
Spanish-Speaking · Narcissistic Abuse Recovery · Women’s Issues · Couples
If you’ve been through a relationship that left you doubting yourself, or you’re carrying more than anyone around you realizes, Teresa brings more than 20 years of experience to your healing. She is a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC) who also uses DBT and EMDR, and she works with individuals and couples. Her EMDR work focuses on trauma recovery, including the impact of emotional abuse and gaslighting. Therapy is available in English and Spanish.
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Lisa Hoang, LMSW
LGBTQ+ Affirming · Trauma · Intergenerational Wounds
Have you always felt a little out of place, straddling two worlds but never fully belonging to either? Lisa specializes in LGBTQ+ affirming care, trauma, and intergenerational wounds, with particular depth for second-generation immigrants, queer and trans clients, and anyone navigating identity at the intersection of culture and mental health. EMDR-trained. Sliding scale available.
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Rachel Jaggard, LPC
Identity · CNM & Polyamory · Climate Anxiety · Asexuality
Questioning your place in the world? Navigating a relationship structure that most therapists don’t understand? Carrying existential dread about the future? Rachel is a social-justice-rooted therapist with nearly a decade of experience who holds space for the questions others shy away from, including compulsory heterosexuality, asexuality, ethical non-monogamy, and climate grief.
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Rose Cadden, LMSW
Trauma Recovery · Addiction Counseling · Somatic Therapy
You’ve coped the best way you knew how. And you’re ready for something steadier. Rose specializes in the intersection of trauma and substance use, and is certified in both Traumatic Stress and Addiction Counseling. Her somatic, body-based approach is especially helpful for adults who feel stuck in cycles of shame, have tried treatment before without lasting results, or appear high-functioning while quietly falling apart.
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Cameron Stewart, PLPC
Anxiety · Depression · Life Transitions
Something feels off and you’re not sure how to find your way back. Cameron works with adults (18+), young adults, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions. CBT & DBT-informed.
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Emily Kriehn, LCSW
Trauma · Anxiety · LGBTQ+ Affirming · Women’s Issues
You’ve been carrying a lot. Maybe for a long time. Emily is a warm, relational therapist who works with people ready to stop white-knuckling their way through life and start actually understanding themselves. She specializes in complex trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and LGBTQ+ affirming care, and sees clients exclusively through online therapy in Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas, including areas where affirming care can be genuinely hard to find.
Not sure who to choose?
Our Therapist Match Maker takes two minutes and helps connect you with the right person on our team based on what you’re looking for. No pressure, no commitment.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Starting therapy is easier than you think. Reach out in whatever way feels most comfortable: text, call, email, or book online. No pressure, no commitment, and no wrong way to start.
Call or text (816) 237-8330
Office: 6155 Oak St, STE E-5 · Kansas City, MO 64113
What other therapists say about Aaron
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RDH
Aaron intentionally dedicates his career to walk alongside clients in their therapeutic journey. His approach is intricately woven with heartfelt validation, integrity, levity, and an evolving curiosity of the human experience. You've found an advocate!
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, LPC, CIT
As his supervisee, I often leave conversations with Aaron feeling inspired and motivated. He accepts what is, brings much needed humor to the conversation, and encourages & is curious about possibilities. I highly recommend working with Aaron!
Christin Trott - Être Counseling Kc
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Aaron has been a long-time colleague and supervisor. He is a great listener and a wonderful balance of encouraging, compassionate, insightful, and fun. I would definitely recommend Aaron as a therapist and supervisor!
Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, NCC
Aaron is a fantastic clinician. I supervised him for many years when he was starting his career as a counselor. He is very knowledgeable, down to earth, and has a wealth of experience. He is very easy to talk to.
Aaron is knowledgeable, patient, compassionate, approachable, and warm. Clients can rest assured knowing that they are in good hands and on the right path with Aaron.
Aaron was my supervisor and I couldn't recommend him enough! I have ADHD and so it's hard for me to sit still, ESPECIALLY after I've been sitting all day for work. So for our sessions, we went for walks outside which was amazing for me! I definitely miss it now that I'm done with supervision. He's warm, supportive, and always willing to help! Highly recommend! -Karrah Wood, LPC & Owner of Wildflower Psychological Services
Supportive, empathic, insightful, highly knowledgeable, and fosters all the right conditions for growth. 10/10 recommend!
Katie Kalahurka Burnett, LPC & Owner of Limelight Counseling
I am a counselor in the KC metro area, and while I have not been a client of Aaron's for therapy he was my supervisor as I pursued my license to practice. In this aspect he was helpful in my growth as a counselor and practitioner. I would expect that he would be a good individual therapist for any concerns that you may be facing. He has a good understanding of trauma work and techniques as well as an extensive and diverse background in counseling.
-Nick Jordan, LPC & Owner of NJordan Counseling
gokc Alumni & trusted KC Therapists
Christin Trott, LPC - Therapist & Owner at Etre Counseling in mid-town KC
Brenton Guice, LPC - Therapist & Owner at The Mental Hug in Brookside KC
Gary Wolf, LPC & Certified Financial Therapist & Owner at My Mental Wellness Counseling in Brookside KC
Mellissa Wright, LPC, Registered Play Therapist& Owner at Metis Counseling in the Northland of Kansas City Metro
Katie Burnett, LPC - Therapist & Owner at Limelight Counseling in Briarcliff (North Kansas City)
Nick Jordan, LPC - Therapist & Owner at Nick Jordan Counseling in Kansas City, Missouri
Karrah Wood, LPC - Therapist & Owner at Wildflower Psychological Services Virtual & North Carolina
Alicia Beatty, LPC - Therapist & Owner in Brookside KC
