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Jill Abernathy, MS, LPC - Owner/Therapist
Jill (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Kansas (LPC 03967). Jill holds a Master of Science in Counseling / Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix. Jill completed her internship at a private practice in New Mexico and served a diverse population of clients for a variety of mental health concerns. Jill has extensive and diverse experience in the healthcare field, including Medicaid managed care and community-based care coordination. Jill is a Kansas native who enjoys working with adult clients throughout the state using a person-centered, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.
Jill provides counseling services to individuals using Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Jill uses EMDR treatment as a means of assisting clients with the neurobiological aspect of addressing trauma by reducing responsiveness to negative cognitions and reinforcing positive beliefs.
Jill’s treatment focus includes those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma (including spiritual abuse and religious trauma), life transitions, family conflict and relationship issues, and grief and loss of loved ones, including pets. Jill is passionate about supporting clients in identifying and reaching their mental health goals through a collaborative process.
Jill is empathetic and supportive, and believes in creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients to heal and grow. Jill is a steadfast advocate for embracing the richness of human diversity, including affirming the experiences and contributions of those within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and those who are neurodivergent. Jill believes in creating spaces that celebrate and accommodate all forms of cognitive and neurological diversity, recognizing the unique strengths and perspectives of neurodivergent individuals. Jill also believes in advocating for acceptance and in the dismantling of barriers that prevent full participation in society for all people.
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Dr. Jeremy Sundby, PhD, LMLP - Therapist
Dr. Sundby (he/him) is a Licensed Master’s Level Psychologist in the State of Kansas (LMLP 03358). Dr. Sundby began his education at Tulane University with a degree in Philosophy and then went on to earn a Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences at San Diego State University. After graduating from San Diego State University, Dr. Sundby attended Northcentral University, where he earned a Post-Master’s Certificate in Psychology, as well as a Post-Master’s Certificate in Family Therapy. Dr. Sundby then earned a PhD in Psychology from Northcentral University, where he was inducted into the selective Golden Key International Honour Society for academic excellence.
Dr. Sundby’s approach to therapy is to help clients uncover what is blocking them from living their lives to the fullest. Dr. Sundby believes that rather than holding all of the answers, his role is to help clients to uncover the answers to the problems they are facing. Dr. Sundby works together with clients to find the best solutions to what is troubling them and sincerely believes in listening to clients fully and not judging clients for how they feel or think.
Dr. Sundby believes in creating a safe place for clients to meet with him for therapy sessions. Dr. Sundby works with clients from a place of empathy, where clients can explore their lives and find tools for help in coping with life stressors while uncovering what caused the pain. Dr. Sundby’s goal is to guide clients in discovering meaning in their lives, enabling them to live the fulfilling lives they deserve. When working with clients, Dr. Sundby does not subscribe to a “one-size-fits-all” approach with therapy. Instead, Dr. Sundby explores what the issues are and tailors treatment with an appropriate therapy that works and will be beneficial to clients throughout their lives.
Dr. Sundby specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, 2SLGBTQIA+ and identity, sports psychology, first responders and military personnel, complex mental health concerns, personality disorders, as well as treatment of substance abuse and addiction.
Dr. Sundby blends traditional and modern styles of therapy to provide clients with the best of both approaches in order to help clients achieve who they deeply desire to be. Dr. Sundby aims to assist clients in achieving the healthiest version of themselves. Dr. Sundby also places utmost importance on clients’ recovery from addictions. Dr. Sundby firmly believes that “Together we will find answers in your search for meaning.”
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Alyssa Saverud - Billing Specialist
Alyssa (she/her) serves as our background support, specializing in insurance and billing. Based in the Wichita, Kansas area, Alyssa brings over a decade of hands-on experience in medical billing, account management, and revenue generation. Alyssa’s extensive expertise underscores her commitment to excellence in her field. Alyssa is professional, responsive, and dedicated to assisting our clients, and is an integral part of our team.