Meet our therapist -
Dr. Christina (Tina) Dunn Carpenter
LCPC (KS), LPC (MO),NCC, CCTP
I am a counselor who enjoys helping others to see their potential, work through their struggles, bond families together again, and help individuals reach their personal goals! There is nothing more gratifying to me than to see someone take the courageous step to work through a difficult situation and grow in their self-esteem, self-worth, and identity. To me, life is all about others. We live in community for a reason, and that's to be there as a shoulder to lean on, an ear to listen with, and a heart to care, in that you feel your best so you can fully live in this life!
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I earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Counseling from University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, MO, and a PhD in Education from Iowa State University in Ames, IA. I hold a National Certified Counselor credential and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Certification (CCTP). My passion has always been equally both mental wellness and education. I have over 20 years of counseling experience, am a counselor educator, and enjoy finding new processes to work with individuals as the world around us changes.
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I ascribe to always meet the other with unconditional positive regard, I engage with Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Relational-Cultural Therapy (RCT), Trauma Informed Treatments, and others.
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Whether you are on a personal, spiritual, or career journey, or are wanting to strengthen your family, I would be honored to walk with you on this journey called life. I look forward to hearing from you and working with you!
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I am a current graduate student in Clinical Counseling and Mental Health with a goal of helping minimize generational trauma for individuals and families. I believe no matter what people go through there is always something that can be done to help mitigate lasting effects mentally and emotionally, especially with the right help. With my education and experience, my hope is that I can be of help to individuals, groups, and families who are struggling with their mental health in any capacity. To me, life is about coping and working to overcome any difficulties to enjoy everything this world has to offer. My desire is to help others prevail over any form of trauma or mental health concern and build confidence in one's own ability to reach goals in life. I love helping others with concerns and seeing them thrive in whatever they set their minds to.
I have received a Bachelors of Arts in Spanish and Psychology and will receive my Masters in Clinical Counseling and Mental Health. Once graduated, I will continue my education and experience to eventually receive my license so that I may start my own practice, prioritizing underrepresented communities, immigrants, and refugees. My dedication has always been prioritizing physical and mental health as I believe these frequently go hand in hand. I have worked with children who have struggled to make friends due to language barriers and have worked with young women who have sought guidance on body positivity and confidence. I plan to continue my passion and improve my knowledge and experience to always be growing as a mental health provider so that I may be the best counselor possible to my clients.
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Note from Christina - Supervisor: Cassandra comes to us with a heart to support others. Cassandra's experience in helping those with trauma, her education, and her strong desire to be a support for anyone with mental wellness struggles is a wonderful asset to The Well Counseling Services. Cassandra is building her skills and adding to her tool kit for working effectively with others, while being under my supervision as a trauma certified therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. We welcome Cassandra and know that she will provide excellent support!
Meet our Associate Intern -Cassandra Johnson
BA, Counselor Intern
Fees (payable at time of services):
Christina $100 session (50 min) fee
Cassandra: $35 session (50 min) fee
We do not process insurance; we do offer a superbill for Christina's services which you may submit to your provider for consideration of possible reimbursement to you after pay.
Why seek out counseling?
It can help with
Anxiety/Depression
Many suffer from anxiety and/or depression. Working with someone to develop new strategies for managing them can enhance our way of living.
Family Issues
Let's face it, families are a system and sometimes the system needs work. Improving the ways we see ourselves in our families and learning new ways to interact can help our families become healthier and happier.
Spiritual
Sometimes we struggle with finding our purpose; why am I here? Getting in touch with our "source" can enlighten our lives and put us on a path of purpose and engagement that leaves us with a sense of fulfillment.
Career Direction/College Selection
Whether you're a young adult who is trying to choose a career, choose a major for college, or someone not satisfied in your current field and need to find a better fit in a career that gives you a feeling of purpose, there's a process to finding your passion!
Trauma
Trauma comes in all sizes and shapes and may leave us with a sense of loss, identity crisis, faulty coping mechanisms, etc. Working through trauma can lead us to a more healthy, satisfying life.
Stress
We all experience stress, and it can overwhelm and consume us. We can learn new ways to manage stress and give ourselves the ability to take control. Learning new ways to cope with our stressors gives us strength and motivation to grow healthier and tackle our goals with positive actions!
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Contact Info
Phone
Address
816-550-7287
112 N. Bridge St., Suite 1, Smithville, MO 64089
Services
Individual/Family Therapy
Career/College Support
