Our Clinicians
Collaborative therapists here to serve you.
Etta Garcia, LCSW
When we share a session together, we focus on your gifts and strengths as you journey towards wholeness and healing. My work as a therapist is guided by the idea that all humans are deserving of connection, acceptance, and nurturing support. Working with people who have experienced trauma, utilizing an eclectic therapy approach including play, building safer attachment, and exploring the parts that make us whole, has shaped my ability to help you process feelings of grief, anxiety, anger, and depression.
I enjoy working with a diverse population indcluding young people who are exploring their own identities, orientations, and cultures. I am a licensed clinical social worker, member of the LGBTQ+ community, and a third generation Mexican-American. What an honor it is to hold space as young adults, teenagers, and children, explore their feelings and create their own sense of self.
Outside of the therapy office, you can find me reading a romance novel, tending to our huge garden; or, spending time with my young daughter, husband (who helps me see the big picture) and our two Shih Tzus. And, because I believe it is important to honor those who support us on our journeys, I would like to thank; Greg Wilson, Glenda Day, Julie Paradeis, Kayla Gallo, Amanda Nolasco, and my parents who taught me the importance of listening to and advocating for others.
Kayla Gallo, LCSW
My office is a safe space, where non-judgmental conversation encourages you to be your best self and begin healing from within. From the moment you walk in the door, I hope to meet you where you are, help stabilize you in your environment, and work with you to gain the tools to overcome life’s challenges.
Supporting people through the growing pains of life is my passion. From sorting out spiritual and religious beliefs, to overcoming heartbreak or becoming a new parent, transitions and identity exploration are my specialties. I am passionate about helping you discover your true self and live your live more fully, no matter where you are in your journey.
Through validating your life’s experiences, my experience and training can provide support with individuals experiencing peripartum disorders (PPA and PPD), anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am an LGBTQI+ ally, and am experienced working with people of varying backgrounds, orientations, preferences, identities, cultures, & ethnicities. Utilizing a combination of talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other modalities, I am dedicated to helping you meet your goals.
In my free time, I enjoy being in nature, traveling, exercising, eating, and cooking with my husband, 2 young daughters, and our 2 corgis.
Lydia Gentry, LMSW
The classic children’s book story character, Christopher Robin, once said “You are braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” Embarking on your therapeutic journey can feel overwhelming and confusing. My role is to support you in your unique healing journey. Out of the belief that everyone possesses the capacity for growth within themselves, I became a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) in April of 2024 and have worked in the mental and behavioral health field since 2021.
My office is a place of inclusivity and I welcome individuals from all walks of life, including children, adolescents, adults, families, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with religious preferences. I approach therapy through a humanistic and holistic lens with the intention to create a supportive and affirming environment where you feel comfortable to express yourself and empowered to reach your desired goals. Currently, my training in trauma focused CBT, sand tray therapy, play therapy, and the neurosequential model of therapeutics, equips me to help people of all ages facing life transitions, who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and grief.
I am, and always will be, a strong advocate for spending time engaging in leisure activities and self-care. Outside of the office my favorite moments are those spent playing pickleball, practicing yoga, reading a good book, and connecting with others.
Jane McKinney, LCSW, LSCSW, Certified EMDR therapist
Healing requires trusting yourself and tapping into your strengths and inner wisdom. Despite challenges in life, you and your loved ones can grow and thrive. I am a true believer in each person’s innate capacity for, and natural progression towards, healing. Focusing on the relationship helps children, parents, and families create new, positive experiences, regaining trust and confidence in themselves and each other.
My therapy approach celebrates each person’s individuality. My goal is to restore hope, power, and control to you, incorporating EMDR therapy as the backbone to efficiently help resolve overwhelming life stressors and negative beliefs. Since 2001, I have helped people from the age of two to 72 reinvigorate their lives.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Missouri and a licensed specialist clinical social worker (LSCSW) in Kansas. As a Certified in EMDR therapist, with extensive training in play therapy, expressive arts therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and sand tray therapy, my therapy approach is grounded in attachment, behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic theories.
One can never have too many hobbies! Most recently, my free time is dedicated to gardening, reading about medieval history, and house projects.
Terry Paine, LCSW, LSCSW
I approach therapy from a humanistic point of view. It is my belief that every person is made up of unique traits that are molded by the experiences they have had in their lives—positive as well as negative. I enjoy helping people find their best selves. I have worked extensively with adults who struggle with addiction, dual diagnosis, and/or the effects of traumatic events.
Upon first meeting, we will complete an assessment and begin building a good rapport with one another. Working together, we will develop a treatment plan and will decide which treatment approach to use. Treatment modalities I use include EMDR therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Interpersonal Psychotherapy to engage in problem-solving. No matter the approach, I believe you are the expert in your life and deserve support and an opportunity to heal.
For self care, I enjoy spending time outside, walking my dogs, and just being in nature. I practice mindfulness and remind myself daily, “There’s no struggle if I don’t struggle.”
Nick Van Walleghem, LCSW
I once heard a great therapist say, “healing happens in the context of relationships”. Since then, I’ve used this idea to guide my work helping those who seek resolve in the face of various life stressors. I believe good therapy should increase emotional expression, connectedness and self-awareness. Embracing these traits may improve our ability to manage internal discord. Moreover, there is a hidden reward of taking this journey: a renewed ability to connect with others.
Trained in EMDR, using an eclectic approach, my work is grounded in play therapy, attachment and systems theories. My areas of expertise include working with others to resolve trauma; addressing blended family issues; and, helping people in their change process to improve self-management of thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to improve well-being. My extensive work experience in residential and inpatient settings, has afforded me the opportunity to develop therapeutic skills with children, adolescents, LGBTQIA, adults and families.
Away from the therapy office, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends and dog named Zelda. I love to travel and cook, and am a lifelong musician.