Amber Carlson, MA, LPC-S, NCC, CPT

I have a contract with the Kearney School District under the Clay County Children’s Fund where I hold a full caseload. I am currently not taking any new clients in Private Practice. Please reach out to another team member for support. Thank you!

I received my Masters in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Play Therapist, and a *Certified AutPlay Therapy Provider. I am also an approved supervisor for provisionally licensed counselors in the state of Missouri. I use Non-Directive Play Therapy and AutPlay Therapy approaches to help children express themselves and learn emotion regulation, social and connection skills to help them thrive. Unfortunately parenting does not come with a rule book. Therefore, when working with children it is important to meet with parents often and give them the support they need and new techniques to try. Using Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) I work with children and their families who are healing from traumas. I use Client Centered and Solution Focused approaches when working with adolescents, adults, parents, couples and families. It is my privilege to be with you on your journey in reaching your goals and becoming a better you.

*AutPlay Therapy is a behavioral-based play therapy developed for children who have autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, and developmental disabilities. With this approach, children learn emotion regulation, social, and connection skills to help make every day life more manageable. AutPlay has been found very useful with children diagnosed with ADHD. To learn more about AutPlay Therapy please click the button below

I hold a Masters of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Avila University. I went on to receive additional training to become a Certified Play Therapist from MidAmerica Nazarene University where I learned more about the therapeutic powers of play. I am an approved supervisor for provisionally licensed counselors in the state of Missouri. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, and families. I have a working knowledge of trauma-sensitive approaches and my clinical practice is invested in these as well. Through the therapeutic relationship I hope to create a safe space for clients and their families. My specialties include: anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, and emotion regulation. Some of the modalities I use are TF-CBT (Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), DBT (dialectical behavior therapy), Sandtray therapy, mindfulness, and therapeutic play interventions. If interested in learning more about my services, please feel free to contact me at 816-459-0529 or caitlin.morlok@gmail.com with questions or to set up an appointment.

Welcome—I am glad you are here.

Whether you are navigating a challenging season, seeking personal growth, or trying to make sense of life’s complexities, you don’t have to do it alone. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices, thoughtfully tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. I hold a Doctorate in Social Work from the University of St. Thomas and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Missouri – Kansas City. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and certified in Play Therapy through MidAmerica Nazarene University. I specialize in working with children and families through a compassionate, trauma-informed lens. My work is rooted in developmentally appropriate methods—including play therapy and EMDR—that foster emotional regulation, self-expression, and resilience. I believe every child has the capacity to heal and thrive with the right support. I work closely with caregivers to build consistent strategies at home while nurturing a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship with each child. In addition to my work with children, I also support professionals seeking personal insight and career growth. If you, your child, or your family is in need of support, I’m here to help. You can contact me at 913-730-0408 or email me directly at RickiLMoran@gmail.com

I received a Master’s degree in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Missouri-Kansas City as well as a Master's of Education in Higher Education Administration from the University of Arkansas. In 2012, I obtained a Certification in Play Therapy from MidAmerica Nazarene University. I worked as an elementary school counselor from 2006-2023.  In addition to school counseling, I have experience working as a mental health therapist at a pediatric clinic, an adjunct professor for MidAmerica Nazarene University and as a private practitioner for the past five years.  
During my 20 years of experience in working in the mental health field, I have worked with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and school issues. I use many modalities such as play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy and a client centered approach. I look forward to working with you on what your needs are and tailor the treatment modality to best fit your treatment goals. You can contact me directly at 816-240-4021 or bethanyblacklpc@outlook.com