Ellie Mental Health - Kansas City, MO

New Therapist Announcement We are so excited to welcome Gabby to our team of clinicians! Gabby Barnum is a Licensed Master of Social Work who has been in the mental health field since 2016, primarily working with adults in community settings. Gabby has experience working with neurodivergence, trauma, substance use, depression, and anxiety using modalities like CBT, CPT, and positive psychology. She takes a collaborative approach to therapy to support you in finding your own unique solutions to improve your quality of life.

Even during spooky season you should never have to feel dread about going to work. 👻 Join us in our boo-tiful, stress reducing spaces with our incredible teams! 🧟 All treats 🍭, no tricks 🚫 Message us for more info! #Hiring #MentalHealth #Halloween #SpookySeason

Exciting Announcement Join us in welcoming one of our newest clinicians, Ian! Ian is a Licensed Master Social Worker and is currently working towards his Clinical License. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a Masters of Social Work in 2018, and his experience is in community mental health focusing on suicide prevention and crisis intervention. Ian is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving in the infantry with combat deployment to Iraq in 2005. Afterwards, Ian spent 16 years working in Law Enforcement as a sheriff’s deputy, police officer, and detective. It was during this time Ian developed interest in mental health, specifically in suicide prevention and trauma. Ian left law enforcement in 2022 and began working full time in mental health, and believes his experience provides him a unique understanding of challenges faced by first responders and veterans, including divorce, shift work, combat, critical incident stress, separation from family, and burnout. When not working, he loves spending time with friends and family, traveling with his wife, or chasing his kids around.

🌟 Have you heard of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)? In the latest episode of the Therapist Thrival Guide podcast, Ellie therapists explored how ACT helps clients lead richer, more meaningful lives by aligning their actions with their values. It’s all about accepting life’s challenges and navigating difficult emotions while still pursuing what truly matters. Curious to learn more? Check out the full episode for insights from therapists Miranda Barker, LICSW, Michael Atkinson, MA, and Allison Affolter, LMFT, LADC! 🎧✨ #MentalHealth #ACT #Therapy https://lnkd.in/ehP5DrZA

We're thrilled to share our latest video featuring a star-studded cast: Ellie clinicians! 🎥✨ In this video, clinicians from several of our franchise clinics discuss why they love working at Ellie. Here are some highlights: 🕒 Flexibility: Our clinicians appreciate the work-life balance and the ability to tailor their schedules to fit their personal and professional needs. 🤝 Team Culture: A supportive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. We like to say it's a group practice feel with the benefits of a larger company. 🧠 Clinician-First Mentality: We prioritize the well-being and development of our clinicians, ensuring they have the resources and support they need to thrive. 🌍 Community: A strong sense of community that extends beyond our clinics, because when you're a part of an Ellie franchise, you are also a part of the whole network of clinics. We are incredibly proud of these clinicians and the amazing work they do every day. Check out the video to hear their stories and see why Ellie is a great place to advance your career in mental health! https://lnkd.in/ejQhD6b5 #MentalHealth #JoinUs

Celebration Alert! At Ellie National Conference, our local Clinic Owner Seth Henson was recognized as the Exceptional Problem Solver of the year! This award is given to an individual who consistently demonstrates exceptional problem-solving skills, finding innovative solutions to challenges and obstacles. This franchisee supports Ellie Mental Health and fellow franchisees through their willingness to collaborate, provide insightful feedback, and show compassion for others. Seth – Thank you creating the opportunity for life changing mental health services in our community by investing in our clinics and our team. Your courage and dedication to the mental wellness of our providers and community is truly admirable.

We had a blast celebrating our amazing clinicians' one year last week at Homegrown! These therapists have impacted countless lives and families across the metro, and we couldn't do it without them! Emily, Kali, Kiersten, Nick, and Taylor - THANK YOU for all you do! We are so grateful for the work you do every day for your clients and community. Keep changing lives!

Happy Worki-versary, Taylor!! Taylor said she choose Ellie as her work home because "As a newer clinician, it’s important to me to have a balance of guidance and autonomy wherever I work, which is a huge reason why Ellie is a great fit for me. I feel so supported by my coworkers around the office every day, while being able to explore what kind of therapist I am and learn what works best for myself and my clients. I’m beyond grateful to the Ellie fam for these opportunities and experiences!" What a treat it is to have this gem at our State Line office! We cannot wait to watch how Taylor impacts the field for years to come!

Yeah, that's normal. Here are 30 ways to STOP overthinking in it's tracks: 1. Listening to Music 2. Deep Breathing 3. Mindfulness Meditation 4. Journaling 5. Exercise 6. Spending Time in Nature 7. Do Something Creative 8. Spend Time with Friends 9. Limiting Screen Time 10. Setting Boundaries Around Social Media or News Intake 11. Positive Affirmations 12. Talk to a Therapist 13. Practicing Gratitude 14. Grounding Techniques like the 5-4-3-2-1 Method 15. Make a List 16. Watch a Funny Movie 17. Limiting Caffeine and Alcohol 18. Practicing Self-Compassion 19. Playing with Pets 20. Gardening Challenge yourself to do one of these skills this week when your thoughts are spiraling, and let us know what you'll be trying in the comments ⬇️ #mentalhealthmatters #copingskills #overthinking #mentalhealthhumor

Celebrating ONE YEAR of Emily at Ellie!! Emily has been a rock star with clients, teammates, and leadership roles over at our State Line office, and truly lights up every room she's in! We asked Emily what her favorite thing about working at Ellie is, and she let us know that “My favorite thing about working at Ellie so far is the ability to work with such a diverse client population and build up my therapy skills”. Help us celebrate this accomplishment with some noise in the comments!!