Therapy for fertility support available virtually and in person Overland Park
To desire pregnancy and be told that fertility treatment is required, is devastating. Therapy can help. You are not alone.
At Simply Known, we understand the vulnerability and overall rawness that comes with fertility treatments to pursue your dreams of family planning. Research shows that receiving an infertility diagnosis is as emotionally distressing as receiving a chronic medical illness. We see you and you are not alone.
Hi, I’m Kate Perkins, LCPC, a licensed therapist who supports women and partners on their fertility journey.
You may be feeling terrified or unsure that you will be understood in therapy. You are safe here. Fertility treatments are physically and emotionally demanding, we want to support you and let you know that you are not alone. We will support you every step of the way and your feelings are valid.
My Approach to Working with You
Through deep understanding of your experience, and openness to learning your experience, you will feel seen and known. Our hope is for you to no longer feel isolated and alone. All to often, people feel isolated and alone during their fertility journey; all to often people feel like no one understands the emotional distress and physical distress of receiving treatment. We want to open the dialogue and normalize fertility treatments. In a world where this is not discussed, we want to provide space to talk about the hard, raw, difficult aspects of fertility treatment.
Therapy Types & Modalities
EMDR
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Psychodynamic
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
How I can help
In therapy, we will create an individualized treatment plan to meet your unique needs on your therapy journey. We may use EMDR to help neutralize the medical trauma that can occur from fertility treatments; we may simply sit with the thoughts and feelings to help you feel seen; and we will work on coping skills to regulate your nervous system, and emotional reactions. While on hormonal support, you may feel out of control, we’re here to help bring a sense of peace, calm, and connection to help you weather those feelings.
Expertise
Depression
Anxiety
OCD
PTSD
Trauma
Grief & Loss
Life transitions
Miscarriage and Child Loss
Women’s health and Fertility
FAQ
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At Simply Known, our therapists focus on helping clients feel validated, heard, and known. Depending on the therapy technique, you will be provided feedback and support. At Simply Known, you are the expert on your life and your values. We take a client-centered approach and utilize evidenced based interventions and methods that will best fit each client.
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Confidentiality is a fundamental aspect of the therapeutic relationship. Everything you share is strictly kept confidential. Professional therapists are bound by legal and ethical guidelines to remain confidential in our practice with clients. However, there are a few exceptions to confidentiality: If you are immediate harm to yourself or others, if there is suspected child or elder abuse, court subpoenas, or consultations.
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If you are experiencing emotional distress, interference with daily life, relationship issues, life transitions or loss, unresolved or current trauma, desire self-exploration or growth, then therapy may be the right decision for you!
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We do not have medical doctors on staff with the license or professional training to prescribe medication. If you are in need of medication while also engaging in therapy, please let your therapist know, so, they can provide a referral for you.
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Depending on your individual needs and treatment plan, number of sessions can vary. This can be discussed with your therapist.
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Yes, At Simply Known, we take Blue Cross Blue Shield and United Healthcare/Optum. Insurance plans differ and coverage differs. We will bill your insurance to determine what copay will be. We will not charge before notifying you of your balance first.
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For Private Pay:
Psychiatric Intake Evaluation: $165
Individual Therapy Session (Without EMDR): $145
Individual Therapy Session (With EMDR): $160
Private Practice Coaching: $145