Business Details
6 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health & Wellness Center in Overland Park, KS
At Bloom Counseling and Wellness Center, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services that address the whole personmind, body, and spirit. Our team of licensed professionals brings extensive experience in trauma-informed care, specializing in individual and group therapy for teens, adults, and couples. We offer evidence-based modalities including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and specialized sex therapy, with a commitment to inclusivity for all sexual orientations and gender identities.Our practice emphasizes creating safe, empathetic spaces where clients can explore emotional challenges, overcome trauma, and develop resilience. With expertise in perinatal mental health and support for helping professionals, we combine clinical excellence with personalized care. We maintain partnerships with major insurance providers to ensure accessibility while upholding the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical practice.
Services
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Sex Therapy
Teen Counseling
Trauma Recovery
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care
Perinatal Mental Health
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed therapy with 10+ years of clinical experience
- Our team includes certified sex therapists and sports mental health specialists
- We provide inclusive care for LGBTQIA+ and kink/alternative lifestyle communities
- We utilize evidence-based modalities including EMDR and Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- We accept major insurance plans including Cigna and United Healthcare
Associations and certifications
- AASECT (American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists)
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health support through evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT. Clients work one-on-one with licensed therapists to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. This private setting allows for focused exploration of personal challenges while developing customized coping strategies.
Sex Therapy
Specialized sex therapy addresses sexual health concerns using AASECT-certified techniques. We help individuals and couples navigate desire discrepancies, sexual trauma recovery, and intimacy challenges. Our non-judgmental approach includes education about sexual anatomy and communication strategies to enhance relational satisfaction while respecting diverse lifestyles.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy effectively treats trauma and PTSD symptoms through guided eye movements that reprocess distressing memories. This evidence-based modality helps clients reduce emotional distress while developing healthier perspectives. Sessions focus on identifying trauma triggers and building resilience through structured eight-phase treatment protocols.
Teen Counseling
Our teen counseling services address anxiety, identity exploration, and social challenges through age-appropriate interventions. Therapists use creative techniques like art therapy and journaling to engage adolescents. We help teens develop emotional regulation skills while providing family support to improve communication and understanding during critical developmental years.
Group Therapy
Facilitated group therapy sessions create supportive environments for shared experiences and collective healing. Participants gain new perspectives while practicing social skills in structured settings. Our groups focus on specific needs like trauma recovery or LGBTQIA+ affirmation, combining peer support with professional guidance to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
People
Lauren Dees-Pedroza
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Lauren is a trauma-informed LCSW and AASECT-certified sex therapist with over 12 years of experience. She specializes in perinatal mental health and works with diverse populations including LGBTQIA+ clients and kink communities. Her approach emphasizes safety and empowerment through collaborative therapy.
Sydney Redding
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Sydney brings 8 years of experience in trauma-focused therapy and sports mental health. She specializes in working with helping professionals and athletes using EMDR and CBT techniques. Her solution-focused approach helps clients build resilience and achieve personal growth through evidence-based interventions.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, group sessions, EMDR for trauma processing, sex therapy, and teen counseling using evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT.
Are your therapists licensed?
Yes, our team includes Licensed Clinical Social Workers with specialized certifications in sex therapy, EMDR, and sports mental health.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Cigna, Optum/United Healthcare, Ambetter, and Kancare insurance plans for mental health services.
Is sex therapy confidential?
All therapy sessions maintain strict confidentiality while providing non-judgmental, inclusive care for all sexual orientations and identities.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can request an appointment through our website or contact us directly to determine the best therapist match for your needs.
