Clinical Counseling Associates

01/02/2026

📢 Blog Alert! ✨💛
Take a few minutes today to read our latest blog:
“New Year, New You?” Why You Don’t Need Reinvention to Grow
by Greg Creek, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern.
As a new year begins, many of us feel pressure to completely reinvent ourselves. But real growth doesn’t require becoming someone new, it comes from building on who you already are. 🌱
In this blog, Greg Creek explores how meaningful change often happens through small, intentional steps, self-compassion, and awareness, rather than drastic resolutions or total overhauls.
🔗 Read it now on our website!
https://www.clinicalcounselingassociates.org/post/new-year-new-you-why-you-don-t-need-reinvention-to-grow

Resolutions and a new year go hand in hand. “New beginnings,” “fresh starts,” and “new year, new you” frequently find their way into commercials, promotional materials, and our collective mindset as we consider a more ideal life. To a certain extent, this approach can be helpful. We iden...

01/01/2026

✨🎉 Happy New Year from Clinical Counseling Associates! 🎉✨
Whether your goals this year include healing, growth, balance, or simply being kinder to yourself, we’re here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
💛 Prioritize your mental well-being
🌿 Take breaks
🛑 Set boundaries
✨ Celebrate progress—big or small
Thank you for trusting us to be part of your journey. Wishing you a year filled with clarity, connection, and meaningful growth.

12/31/2025

✨ As we step into a new year, this is a meaningful moment to pause and reflect—on what you’ve overcome, what you’ve learned, and what you want to carry forward.
The new year doesn’t need to be about dramatic change or pressure-filled resolutions. It can simply be a fresh opportunity to care for your mental health with intention and compassion. 💛🌿
💫 Ways to Support Your Mental Health as the New Year Begins:
• 🌟 Reflect without judgment. Acknowledge your growth and challenges with kindness.
🎯 Set realistic intentions. Choose goals that support your emotional well-being. 😌 Prioritize rest and balance. Slowing down is a strength, not a setback.
🛡️ Strengthen your boundaries. Protect your energy and honor your needs.
🤝 Stay connected. Supportive relationships foster healing and resilience.
💬 Reach out for help when needed. Therapy can be a grounding space to process the past year and prepare for the one ahead.
As 2026 begins, remember: you deserve a year filled with gentleness, stability, and growth. 🌅
Your mental health matters—today, tomorrow, and all year long. 💙
Wishing you a healthy and hopeful New Year from all of us at Clinical Counseling Associates. 🎉💙

12/28/2025

💙 CCA Service Spotlight: EMDR Therapy 💙
This month, we’re highlighting EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) at Clinical Counseling Associates! 🧠✨
EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps individuals process and heal from distressing or traumatic experiences. Using guided bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or alternating taps), EMDR supports the brain in reprocessing difficult memories so they feel less overwhelming and disruptive in daily life. 🤍
✨ This service is provided by several EMDR-trained and EMDR-certified therapists across our CCA locations. ✨
EMDR therapy can be helpful for individuals experiencing:
• Trauma or PTSD
• Anxiety or panic symptoms
• Grief and loss
• Phobias
• Chronic pain
• Substance use concerns
• Distressing life events (past, present, or future)
💬 EMDR does not require detailed verbal retelling of traumatic events and often allows clients to experience relief more efficiently while feeling supported and grounded throughout the process.
Ready to schedule an appointment or learn more? Our office staff will be happy to assist you!
📲 Call: (816) 781-8550
📧 Email: connectccakc@gmail.com

12/27/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Spirit Week at CCA! ✨🎄
CCA celebrated the holiday season with a fun and festive Spirit Week, bringing smiles, creativity, and connection throughout the week! 🎉
🎄 Monday: Holiday Flannel
🧶 Tuesday: Ugly Holiday Sweater
🌺 Wednesday: Holiday Luau
🍽️ Thursday: Holiday Potluck
🚪 Friday: Holiday Door Decorating Contest
It was a great way to spread holiday cheer, connect across teams, and enjoy some well-deserved fun together! 💛
📸 Pictured:
Therapists — Crystal Frazier & Joe Fanska
Billing — Talesha
Sheena Kirkendoll, CEO

12/26/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Appreciation with CCA Leadership ✨🎄
In the spirit of the holiday season, the CCA leadership team gathered for a special dinner at Lidia’s as a way for ownership to express appreciation for the dedication, leadership, and care our team brings to CCA every day. 🍽️💛
It was a wonderful evening to step away from our busy schedules, connect outside of the office, and celebrate the teamwork that supports our clinicians, clients, and community. 🤝✨
📸 Pictured:
Lead Therapists — Montana Bright, John Clymore, Eric Hansen
HR Operations Manager — Meg O’Conner
Owners — Sheena Kirkendoll & Jill Robinson

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Clinical Counseling Associates ✨🎄
As we celebrate this holiday season, we want to extend warm wishes to our clients, community partners, and supporters. For many, this time of year can bring joy and connection—but it can also bring stress, grief, or complicated emotions. Please know that whatever you’re feeling is valid. 💙
May this season offer moments of rest, reflection, and gentle care for your mental health. Remember, support is always available, and you don’t have to navigate the holidays alone.
Wishing you peace, warmth, and well-being this Christmas from all of us at Clinical Counseling Associates. 🤍🌿

12/24/2025

✨ It’s Christmas Eve — a night of cozy lights, joyful hearts, and cherished memories. May your evening be filled with laughter, love, and a little holiday magic. Merry Christmas Eve, everyone!

12/23/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Appreciation at CCA ✨🎄
In the spirit of the holiday season, and as a way to show our appreciation, CCA owners Jill Robinson and Sheena Kirkendoll treated our office staff to lunch at Summit Grill. 🍽️ It was a wonderful opportunity to step outside of the office, connect, and spend meaningful time together.
We are incredibly grateful for our dedicated team and all they do to support our clinicians, clients, and community throughout the year. 💛🤝
📸 Pictured:
Billing Team — Brandi & Talesha
Receptionists — Stephanie & Gabriellea
HR Operations Manager — Meg O’Conner
Owners — Jill Robinson & Sheena Kirkendoll

12/22/2025

Meet CCA Therapist– Lisa McElroy! 🎉
Lisa is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) in Kansas and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri with a graduate degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City. She is passionate about trauma informed care and providing a safe space, utilizing a compassionate and client centered approach to promote positive healing and growth. Lisa’s career experience includes child welfare with strong understanding of trauma related to childhood abuse as well as healthcare with a focus on leadership and support to individuals and families dealing with chronic illness and grief and loss. Lisa’s favorite self-care activities include taking and instructing boxing and kickboxing classes, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
📞 Looking to schedule an appointment with Lisa?
We’re here to help! 💙Visit www.clinicalcounselingassociates.org
and fill out the contact form or give us a call at 816-781-8550 to get started.

12/21/2025

✨ Community Connections in Action ✨
CCA’s Meg O’Conner and Sheena Kirkendoll attended the Northland Chamber December Luncheon earlier this week at Cascone’s. It was a great opportunity to make new connections, reconnect with familiar faces, and continue strengthening relationships within our local community.
We also enjoyed seeing our friend Sheriff Akin with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and connecting with so many community leaders dedicated to serving the Northland. Grateful to be part of such a supportive and collaborative community!
Pictured: Meg O'Conner, HR Operations Manger, Sheriff Will Akin, and Sheena Kirkendoll, CEO
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12/20/2025

🚀🎉 Happy Birthday to the United States Space Force! 🎉🚀
Today we celebrate the men and women of the U.S. Space Force who boldly protect our nation’s interests in the ultimate high ground—space. Since its founding, the Space Force has played a critical role in safeguarding satellite communications, GPS systems, missile warning capabilities, and the technologies that support daily life here on Earth 🌍.
To all the Guardians serving with dedication, innovation, and courage, thank you for watching over the final frontier.
Semper Supra! 🛰️🇺🇸