Hi there. I’m Sarah (she/her), and I’m really glad you’ve found your way here. I provide individual and couples therapy in Kansas City. I offer a compassionate, down-to-earth space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported—just as you are. Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, healing from trauma, or simply trying to make sense of life’s messiness, you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we’ll move toward the kind of life and relationships that feel more healthy, secure, and fulfilling.
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What it feels like to work together:
Therapy with me is rooted in presence, curiosity, and care. My focus is on building a meaningful, supportive relationship with you from the start—one where you feel safe to share your deepest thoughts, where we can confront challenges together, and you can feel supported as you navigate life’s ups and downs. I believe that it's okay to be a bit messy because, let's face it, life can be messy. But you don’t have to navigate it alone, and I’m honored that you’ve chosen to bring me along on your journey.
In our work together, I aim to help you create a fulfilling life, develop a kinder perspective towards yourself and others, and cultivate confidence and security in your relationships. My priority is to be a real, human presence with you—someone who listens deeply, understands your unique experience, and supports you as you make meaningful changes in your life. While I bring knowledge and insight to our sessions, you are the true expert on your own life. Together, we’ll work to uncover what you’re seeking and move toward your goals with compassion and clarity.
I believe therapy should be a space where you feel deeply seen, heard, and supported as you make sense of your life—where all parts of you are welcome. I believe healing happens in relationship—in the presence of someone who listens without judgment, who stays curious about your lived experience, and who honors your strengths as well as your struggles. I believe people are naturally creative, resilient, and wired for connection, even if life, systems, or survival have taught them to protect or hide those parts. I believe growth comes not from fixing what’s "wrong" with you, but from understanding your story with compassion and clarity. I strive to create a space where complexity, identity, and nuance are respected—where you don’t have to shrink, translate, or explain what should already be understood. I trust that even in the messiness, there’s meaning—and that therapy can help you come home to yourself, your relationships, and the life you want to build.
In my work with both individuals and couples, I draw from a mix of approaches that help people feel more connected, understood, and empowered. When working with couples, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Attachment Based Therapy to help partners rebuild trust, strengthen their emotional bond, and navigate challenges together. With individual clients, I often integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS), compassion-focused work, somatic approaches, and psychodynamic insight to support healing and self-discovery. I also bring in narrative and experiential techniques to explore the stories we carry and how they shape us. My goal is always to create a safe, collaborative space where real growth can happen.
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With a decade-long career in graphic design, I bring a unique perspective to the counseling room—one that blends creativity, empathy, and a deep appreciation for human connection. This experience deeply shaped how I see people, problems, and possibilities. It taught me to approach each person’s story with creativity, curiosity, and a respect for the unique ways we express ourselves and make meaning in our lives.
I earned my Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC), with an emphasis in Couples and Family Counseling. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, with a creative, open-minded perspective that honors the complexity of human relationships.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating communication issues, life transitions, relational stress, or a desire to reconnect with themselves or each other. I'm here to support you with insight, care, and curiosity.
As a provisionally licensed counselor I am currently affiliated with KC Well Co. and supervised by Jessica Nickels, LPC.
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Finding the right therapist is an important part of the healing process. That’s why I offer a free 15-minute virtual consultation—to give us both a chance to see if we’re a good fit. If you're interested in scheduling a consult, feel free to fill out my contact form, or click here to request a time that works for you. I look forward to hearing from you!
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I offer 50-minute sessions at a rate of $100.
I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. Some benefits of paying privately include greater privacy and flexibility in how we work together. If you have out-of-network benefits, I’m happy to provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement. I can also accept both Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
I also reserve a limited number of sliding scale spots to help make therapy more financially accessible. If cost is a concern, we can talk about this option during our free initial consultation.
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Support for the whole system.
Families are living systems—each person affects the whole. When things feel out of balance, family counseling can help bring clarity, understanding, and healing. I work with families to improve communication, navigate transitions, and create more intentional ways of relating. Whether you're working through conflict, parenting challenges, or a major shift, I offer a calm, collaborative, safe space where everyone has a voice and change is possible.
Family Counseling
Strengthen connection and communication.
Relationships are both beautiful and complex. Whether you're facing conflict, communication breakdowns, or feeling disconnected, couples counseling can help you slow down and truly hear one another. I provide a safe, structured space to explore your dynamics, understand underlying needs, and rebuild trust and intimacy. Together, we’ll work toward seeing each other with more grace, humor, and compassion.
Relationship Counseling
Rediscover yourself with curiosity and compassion.
I work with individuals who want to feel more grounded and confident in how they relate to others—and to themselves. Whether you're navigating anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship stress, our work will focus on helping you express your thoughts and feelings with greater clarity, make decisions from a place of self-trust rather than fear, and develop a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself.
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My office is located at KC Well Co., inside the historic Helzberg Building.
There is ample street parking, or our private parking lot just south of the building entrance.
KC Well Co. | 3130 Troost Ave, Suite 202, Kansas City, MO 64109
sarahrichardsoncounseling@gmail.com | 913-601-7280