Newton

Zainab BalloutLMSW

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker providing individual therapy services to patient’s age 5-18 years of age.  I’m dedicated to empowering the strengths in those I work with. I believe in making treatment a joint effort among myselfthe patientand their family. My therapeutic approach focuses on promoting overall well-being by using a person-centered and strength-based treatment model. My areas of special interest and treatment focus include anxietydepressionPTSDand supporting emerging adults.

Locations

• Newton
• School Based

Treatment Areas

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma
• Relationship Issues
• Behavioral

Programs

• Youth and Family Services

Alisha BondLMFT

Alisha Bond is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s level degree from Friends University. Alisha welcomes individuals age 15 and oldercouplesand families. Alisha’s philosophy is grounded in the belief that everyone has the potential for growth and changeno matter where they may be starting. Alisha works in a collaborative way with clients and believes that overall health is realized through holistic balance and attention to emotionalphysical and mental wellness. Alisha works with complex traumadepressionanxietyrelationship issuesparenting concernsfamily dynamics complexities and work-life balance.

Location:
Newton Campus Outpatient Clinic (In-person and Telehealth)

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma
• Anger Management
• Behavioral Issues
• Chronic Illness
• Codependency
• Emotional Disturbance
• Family Conflict
• Grief
• Stress
• PTSD

Kerri BurrLMSW

Full Name: Kerri Burr

Professional Title: Licensed Master Social Worker

Education and Credentials Highest Degree Earned: Master's Degree in Social Work

Institution where degree was obtained: Wichita State University

Relevant Certifications: CBTMindfulness-based CBTIntegrative Health Coach

Clinical Experience Years of Practice as a Therapist: 4 years

Types of settings where you have practiced: Health clinic & community mental health

Client populations you have worked with extensively: Adultschildrenand teenagers

Specialization and Expertise Primary Areas of Clinical Focus: Neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD/Autism)family and relationship concernsincluding blended families and adoptionPTSDanxietydepressiongeneralized wellness (stress-reductionmotivation)

Therapeutic Approach Preferred therapeutic modalities: Mindfulness-based CBTSolution-focused brief therapy

Personal Philosophy on Therapy: Therapy is both a practice and a process — not a quick fixbut a long-term commitment to growth. Therapy is about creating a supportivenon-judgmental environment where you can feel fully. explore deeplyand begin to rewrite the narratives that no longer reflect who you are or who you’re becoming.

What motivates you to be a therapist? Everyone should have a supportive environment to be their greater self-understanding.

What do you believe is the most important aspect of the therapeutic process? At the heart of meaningful therapy is the relationship between the therapist and the client - a relationship grounded in trustempathyand mutual respect. It’s this connection that paves the way for healinggrowthand lasting transformation.

Locations

• Hillsboro
• McPherson
• Newton

Treatment Areas

• ADD/ADHD
• Autism
• Anxiety
• Depressionmood
• Generalized Wellness (stress reductionmotivation)
• Relational problems (parentingmarriagesstressdivorcegrief)

John CaporalePhDLCP

General Information:

Full Name: John Caporale

Professional Title: Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist

Education and Credentials:

Highest Degree Earned: Ph.D.

Institution where degree was obtained: Walden University

Clinical Experience:

Years of Practice as a Therapist: 34

Types of settings where you have practiced: Outpatient community mental health

Client populations you have worked with extensively: Teensadultscouplesfamilies

Specialization and Expertise:

Primary Areas of Clinical Focus: AnxietyDepressionangersexual behavior problemspsychological testing

Therapeutic Approach:

Preferred therapeutic modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Locations

• Newton
• West Wichita

Treatment Areas

• Anger Management
• Anxietyphobiasfearssocial anxietypanic or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• Depressionsuicidal thoughtsmood
• Family Therapy
• Individual and Family Therapy
• Psychological Testing
• Personality Disorders
• Sexual Offender Treatment

Anoria CarlsonLSCSWLCAC

Anoria works with clients ages 11 to 64 years old.

Locations

• McPherson
• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Anger management
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Marital issues
• OCD
• Sexual abuse
• Behavior problems
• Bereavement
• PTSD
• Spouse/partner abuse
• Attachment disorder
• Family Therapy

Cassandra DeLaneyPsyDLP

Cassandra is a licensed psychologist who works with patients ages 10 to 60 years old. She enjoys working with adolescents and women to help them gain more confidence in themselves and deal more effectively with their stressors.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Abuse & neglect issues including domestic violence or rape
• ADD / ADHDbehavior issues
• Anxietyphobiasfearssocial anxietypanic or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• Bipolar Disorder
• Depressionsuicidal thoughtsmood
• Generalized wellness (motivationlife transitionempty nestgoal settingweight loss or holistic wellness)
• Psychological Testing
• PTSDstressadjustment or social engagement struggles
• Relational problems (may include parentingdomestic violencestressmarriagedivorceor grief)

Ruth FlickingerLMFT

I enjoy helping people discover their strengths and find freedom from the things that have hurt them. I work with individuals aged 12-80 years oldcouples and families. I have a passion for supporting people who are going through significant changes in their lives.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Marriage
• Parenting
• Family Conflict
• Adjustment

Programs

• Newton Outpatient Services

Gregg FriesenAPRN

Gregg provides psychiatric medication management and treatment for adolescents ages 12 and upadultsand older adults through inpatient and residential programs at Prairie View.

Locations

• Newton

Programs

• Psychiatric Hospital
• Turning Point

Ian Gingrich-GaylordLCPCATR

Ian is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Art Therapist. He uses a variety of expressive therapy toolsincluding art therapyto support patients and works with patients ages 11 to 64 years old.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Anger Management
• Anxietyphobiasfearssocial anxietypanic or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• Art Therapy
• Depressionsuicidal thoughtsmood

Amy HammerLSCSW

Amy works with patients ages 14 to 100.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Anger Management
• Anxietyphobiasfearssocial anxietypanic or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• Couples & Marital Therapy
• Depressionsuicidal thoughtsmood
• Family Therapy
• OCD or hoarding
• Pain management or unidentifiable pain
• PTSDstressadjustment or social engagement struggles
• Spiritual and religious Issues

David HonMD

Dr. David Hon is a psychiatrist practicing in the Prairie View psychiatric hospital. He works with patients ages 18 to 100 years old.

Locations

• Newton

Programs

• Psychiatric Hospital

Cassie KlingenbergLPC

Full Name: Cassandra Klingenberg
Professional Title: Licensed Professional Counselor

Education and Credentials:
Highest Degree Earned: M.A. in Counseling
Institution where degree was obtained: Eastern Mennonite University

Clinical Experience:
Years of Practice as a Therapist: 1 year
Types of settings where you have practiced: Outpatient Clinician at PV
Client populations you have worked with extensively: Adults over the last year

Specialization and Expertise:
Primary Areas of Clinical Focus: Relationship IssuesIntimate partner violenceanxietydepressiontrauma
Specific populations or concerns you particularly specialize in: People who want to incorporate faith into their therapy; intimate partner violence

Therapeutic Approach:
Preferred therapeutic modalities: person-centeredmotivational-interviewingmindfulness
Key principles or values guiding your therapeutic approach: Love Jesus and love others; All people are created goodin the image of God.

Personal Philosophy on Therapy:
What motivates you to be a therapist? I want to support people in healing and reaching their full potential. Giving them an opportunity to be heard.
What do you believe is the most important aspect of the therapeutic process? The relationship. Finding ways to make a connection and keep working togethereven if one of us fails the other.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Relational concerns
• Domestic violence/Sexual assault
• Trauma; PTSD
• Depression and anxiety
• Spiritual and religious concerns/connections

Programs

• CSB Outpatient Program

Shonda L KooserLMFT

As a Marriage and Family TherapistShonda uses strong therapeutic alliance to help clients heal relationshipsencourage self-awareness and build effective communication skills to increase meaningful engagement in their lives.  At the heart of her work Shonda seeks to find opportunities for families to feel informed and empowered to move forward in purposefulpositive ways.  She sees clients ages 3 years and older using a variety of interventions and play therapy activities.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Behavior issues
• Stress
• Trauma; PTSD
• Relational problems
• Family therapy
• Social engagement

Programs

• Youth and Family Services

Allyson KrehbielLSCSWLCAC

Allyson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor who works with patients ages 7 to 100 years old. She loves hearing people's stories and helping them navigate their story.

Locations

• Hillsboro
• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Substance use/addiction
• Anger Management
• Anxietyphobiasfearssocial anxietypanic or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• Depressionsuicidal thoughtsmood
• EMDR
• Relational problems (may include parentingdomestic violencestressmarriagedivorceor grief)
• Trauma

Lily LaiLMLP

Dr. Lily Lai is a Licensed Master Level Psychologist and works with patients ages 0 to 17. She specializes in theraplay techniques for children ages 0 to 6. Theraplay is an attachment-based therapy that focuses on parent-child relationships.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Theraplay Techniques
• Psychological Testing
• Neuropsychological Testing
• General

Emily LuedtkeLMSW

Emily Luedtke is a licensed social worker who works with patients ages 15–65. She is passionate about collaborative partnerships with patients to build sustainable change. Emily focuses on the whole person and supports clients in working toward meaningful growth and personal goals. Her areas of interest include anxietydepressionPTSD, and work with emerging adults. Her therapeutic perspective is trauma-informedstrengths-basedand holistic.

Education and Credentials:

Highest Degree Earned: MSW

Institution where degree was obtained: WSU

Clinical Experience:

Years of Practice as a Therapist: 1.5 years

Types of settings where you have practiced: CCBHC

Client populations you have worked with extensively: AdultsTeenagers

Specialization and Expertise:

Primary Areas of Clinical Focus: AnxietydepressionmoodPTSDtraumaADHDabuse and neglect issuesincluding domestic violence or sexual assault.

Specific populations or concerns you particularly specialize in: Supporting individuals with different backgrounds and life experiences.

Therapeutic Approach:

Preferred therapeutic modalities: CBTACTDBT interventionssupportive therapysolutions-focused brief therapymindfulness therapy.

Personal Philosophy on Therapy:

What motivates you to be a therapist? Assisting others in navigating life’s difficulties and living their best lives.

What do you believe is the most important aspect of the therapeutic process? Connection between the therapist and client.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• CBTACT and DBT interventions
• Anxietydepressionmood
• PTSDtrauma
• ADHD
• Abuse and neglect issues including domestic violence or sexual assault

Kristen OkumuraAPRN

Kristen is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)providing psychiatric medication management and treatment for adults and older adults through inpatient and crisis psychiatric medication management for ages 6-100 years old through Access Services. 

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Psychiatric medication management

Programs

• Psychiatric Hospital
• Access Services

Vicki PennerMDivLMSW

“I enjoy helping people identify their emotions and needsbrainstorming resources and accompanying them on their healing journey,” says Vicki.

Vicki will integrate this passion through her given responsibilities at Prairie View. She will run assessments and evaluationsconduct a variety of therapy optionscreate treatment plans and public speak about psychosocial spiritual topics.

“Since collegeI have been interested in the psychosocial spiritual aspects of human nature and experience,” she says. “I enjoy assisting people on solving problems wholistically.”

Not only can Vicki be an assistance to those with spiritual needsbut she is also available to help individuals18 years or olderfacing depressionanxietyAlzheimer’s diseasecaregiving stressgeneral wellness concerns and more.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Depressionsuicidal thoughtsmood
• Anxietyphobiafearssocial anxietypanic or generalized anxiety disorder
• Mental health and caregiving support around Alzheimer's diseaseLewy Bodiesdementiatraumatic brain injuryParkinson's or Huntington's Disease
• Spiritual and religious needs
• Grief supportprolonged grief disorder
• Generalized wellness
• Cognitive behavior therapy
• Solution based therapy

Stephanie RegierLPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who provides therapy to persons 5-18 years of age. I value the complexity of the educational years in a child’s lifewhich is what led me to my current role as a School-Based Counselor in the Newton Public Schools. My focus is to meet people where they are and walk alongside them to where they want to be. I’m dedicated to empowering others through collaborative and relational person-centered practices. This means I approach therapy as a joint venture where the client is the best resource for treatment and we combine our knowledge and skills to create solutions together. I value the use of humorcreativitycuriosityauthenticityand reflection to increase a deeper understanding of one’s self and how we relate with others.

Treatment Areas

• Behavior issues
• Stress and Adjustment Problems
• Anger Management
• Relational and Social Engagement
• ADHD
• Anxiety
• Spiritual and religious concerns/connections

Programs

• Youth and Family Services

Locations

• Newton
• School Based

Karen SalsberyLSCSW

Karen is a Licensed Master Social Worker and helps patients with traumaPTSDand more.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Trauma
• PTSD
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Abuseneglect and relational issues
• Spiritual and religious needs

Danielle SydowLMSW

Specialization and Expertise:

Client populations you have worked with extensively: Childrenages 5 to 17

Specific populations or concerns you particularly specialize in: Children from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences & neurodivergence (ADD/ADHD/Autism)

Therapeutic Approach:

Preferred therapeutic modalities: I conceptualize from a Cognitive Behavioral lens and utilize interventions from Mindfulness Based TherapySolution-Focused Brief TherapyPlay Therapy and Art Therapy.

Key principles or values guiding your therapeutic approach: Empathygenuinenessunconditional positive regard and client autonomy.

What motivates you to be a therapist? By being able to provide a supportive environment to share and process challengesshowing consistent support and empathyand overall striving to make a beneficial and positive impact on other people’s lives.

Locations

• Newton
• School Based

Treatment Areas

• Anxiety
• Depression
• ADHD

Brianna UnrauLMSW

Practicing as a licensed masters social worker since 2012I strive to create a supportive environment where individuals and families are seen and valued for their lived experienceas no two experiences are the samenor the symptoms that follow. Through a client centered approachI come alongside the child and family to explore that lived experiencewhile working together to create a unique treatment plan that assists in positive transformation. I look forward to hearing your story.

Locations

• Newton

Barbara WalkerLSCSWLCAC

Barbara works with patients ages 11 to 100 years old. 

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Alzheimer’s diseaseLewy Bodiesdementiatraumatic brain injury,Parkinson’s or Huntington’s disease
• Anger Management
• Anxietyphobiasfearssocial anxietypanic or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• Couples & Marital Therapy
• Family Therapy
• Learning Disorders
• OCD or hoarding
• PTSDstressadjustment or social engagement struggles
• Relational problems (may include parentingdomestic violencestressmarriagedivorceor grief)

Mark WillemsLCMFT

Mark is the director of Turning Point (PRTF) and a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist who works with clients through the PRTF. He works with patients 10-60 years old.

Locations

• Newton

Treatment Areas

• Individual and Family Therapy

Programs

• Turning Point