Lauryn Paulus, LCPC

Child, Teen & Family Therapist in Lee's Summit, MO
In-Person, Virtual | (816) 375-4579

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I strive to foster a safe, inclusive space where you and your family feel truly seen, heard, and valued—approaching every session with compassion and a nonjudgmental presence.

Whether navigating family conflict or childhood trauma, my approach is warm, empathetic, and rooted in your unique strengths.

I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel empowered. My clinical experience includes working with children (ages 3+), adolescents, and families navigating challenges such as family conflict, anxiety, depression, trauma, and attachment-related concerns. My work is grounded in trauma-informed care, and I integrate evidence-based practices tailored specifically to your family’s strengths and goals.

As a trained Play Therapist, I specialize in Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT). This non-directive approach recognizes play as a child’s natural language, allowing your child to safely express and process their thoughts and emotions. In addition to play therapy, I incorporate specialized training in TF-CBT, AutPlay, cognitive behavioral therapy, and sandtray techniques.

Whether through play therapy for your child or traditional talk therapy for teens and young adults, my goal is to support you in discovering your inner strengths, fostering resilience, and cultivating meaningful connections in your life.

Specializations:

Areas of Focus:

  • Children (Ages 3+), Adolescents & Families
  • Anxiety, Depression & Trauma
  • Family Conflict & Attachment Concerns

Clinical Approaches:

  • Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)
  • Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
  • AutPlay & Sandtray Techniques
  • Person-Centered & Trauma-Informed Care

Supervised by:

Rachel Murdock (Missouri LPC 2010037438 | Kansas / LCPC 01361) | Licensed in Missouri

Get in touch with Lauryn

Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward supporting your growth, healing, and resilience.

Insurances We Accept:

Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Optum, Cigna, Aetna, Medicaid (Missouri & Kansas), Medicare, and The Battle Within.

We also partner with a variety of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), including:

SupportLinc, ComPsych, Lucet, PAS, HealthAdvocate, Optum, Cigna, and Aetna.

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