Compassionate Mental Health Care for All Ages

Seeking support can be a hard first step to improve your mental health. Whatever challenge you're facing, we're glad you're here and we're honored to be a part of your mental health care journey. Our goal is to improve accessibility of quality mental health care for Kansas City and beyond.

Ages 6+

Insurance Accepted CO, KS, MO

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In Crisis? Call, Text, or Chat 988 (Free, 24/7, Anonymous).

In Immediate Danger? Call 911.

Click here for additional resources.

Why we're Different

We're committed to providing accessible, high-quality mental health care for children, adolescents and adults of all ages. Our therapists are specially trained to bring unconscious patterns into your conscious awareness. As you become aware of what was previously unconscious to you, we help you interrupt these patterns and relate to them with a sense of empowered agency. While active listening and empathy are essential, we recognize that meaningful and enduring change comes from challenging you to think and exist differently with feedback that is compassionate, honest, and actionable. One of the many things that sets us apart from most therapists is that we provide practical skills that allow you to take concrete action steps to overcome your mental health challenges and reach your goals.

All Ages Welcome

From children (6+) and teens to adults, we provide specialized care for every life stage. Our team uses age-appropriate techniques to support all ages.

Insurance Accepted

We believe quality mental health care should be accessible. We partner with most major insurance providers to keep treatment affordable for everyone.

Flexible Scheduling

Therapy shouldn’t add to your stress. We offer evening and weekend appointments, plus secure telehealth options, so you can access care when and where it works for you.

Compassionate Candor

Empathy is our baseline, but growth requires honesty. We challenge you to interrupt old patterns and view your life through a new, empowered lens.

Tools, Not Just Talk

Insight is only half the battle. We equip you with concrete, practical skills you can use immediately to manage symptoms and navigate real-world challenges.

Evidence-Based Care

We rely on science, not guesswork. Our clinicians specialize in proven modalities—including CBT, DBT, and ACT—to effectively treat ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and more.

Our Services

We are proud to offer a comprehensive suite of therapeutic services tailored to support you at every step of your mental health journey.

Individual Therapy

A safe, confidential space to work through life’s hurdles. We tailor our approach to your needs, helping you move from "surviving" to thriving. Evidence-based, one-on-one sessions are tailored to your unique history and goals, helping you process personal challenges and build lasting resilience.

Family Therapy

Shift from conflict to understanding. We help families break negative cycles and learn how to communicate effectively again. Interventions utilized strengthen bonds and improve communication. We help you navigate complex dynamics to resolve conflict and restore connection.

Child & Adolescent Therapy

Helping kids and teens navigate big emotions. We provide a supportive environment for young people to express themselves and learn coping skills. Specialized care for children (ages 6+) and teens. We use age-appropriate techniques to support emotional regulation and healthy development.

Psychological Assessments

Understanding is the first step toward healing. We provide professional testing for ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression to help you find the right path forward. Get clarity on the root cause of your symptoms. We offer comprehensive evaluations for ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression to guide effective treatment.

Safety Planning & Risk Assessment

You are not alone in the dark. We offer professional risk assessments and collaborative safety planning to keep you or your loved one safe. Compassionate, clinical evaluation of risk. We provide immediate safety planning, intervention strategies, and support for at-risk individuals.

Caregiver & Sibling Support

Caregivers need care, too. We offer validation and strategies for those supporting a family member with medical or behavioral complexities. We provide a dedicated space to navigate the unique emotional weight of caregiving. We support those managing the medical, behavioral, or developmental complexities of a loved one.

What We Treat

Life rarely follows a straight line. Whether you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, our team uses evidence-based methods to help you find your footing again. We specialize in treating the following:

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma & PTSD

Behavioral Issues

Self Esteem & Self Harm

Stress

LGBTQIA+ Concerns

Education, Intellectual, & Learning Disabilities

Autism

Suicidal Ideation

Relationship Issues

Career Counseling

Men's Issues

Women's Issues

And more...

Insurance Accepted

We are in-network providers with the insurance carriers listed below. As a courtesy, Guzman & Baker Behavioral Health Services will verify your insurance benefits and provide an estimate of your out-of-pocket costs prior to your appointment. Please remember that it is ultimately your responsibility to understand your insurance coverage and any associated limitations. Self pay and sliding scale options are available.Please note that not all clinicians are in network with all insurance carriers.

AETNA

We are in network with most AETNA plans.

Blue Cross Blue Shield

We are in network with most Blue Cross Blue Shield plans.

United Healthcare

We are in network with most Optum, United Healthcare, & UMR plans.

What to Expect

Taking the first step toward mental wellness should be simple and stress-free. We have streamlined our intake process to ensure you are matched with the right clinician quickly and compassionately. Review the four easy steps to see how to begin your journey with us today:

1. Submit Your Request
Fill out our online form with your basic information and what you're looking for in therapy.
2. Match with a Therapist
We'll carefully match you with a licensed therapist who specializes in your areas of concern.
3. Initial Connection
We'll reach out within 1-2 business days to discuss your needs, answer any questions, and schedule your first session.
4. Begin Your Sessions
Start your therapy journey with secure, convenient video sessions from anywhere in CO, KS, or MO.

Our Therapy Team

Guzman & Baker Behavioral Health Services is a collective group of diverse mental health practitioners who share a common goal of expanding access and education for mental health care.Our collaborative model ensures that families receive evidence-based, culturally sensitive treatment tailored to each individuals unique needs.We bridge the gap between primary care and specialized mental health services, creating seamless pathways to healing for patients and their families.Our therapists are highly vetted, not only for their clinical acumen, but for who they are, and their unrelenting dedication to their own personal and professional growth.

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Trusted Community Partners

Healing doesn't happen in a vacuum. At Guzman & Baker, we are proud to be part of a vibrant network of organizations dedicated to the well-being of our neighbors across Kansas, Missouri, and Colorado.We partner with local providers and health organizations to ensure our clients have access to a seamless, holistic network of support. We’ve built these relationships based on shared values of integrity and care, highlighting businesses we trust to uphold the same standards of excellence and empathy that we provide at our practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We know that navigating mental health care can bring up a lot of questions. To help you get started, we have answered the most frequent inquiries below in our FAQs. For more detailed information on our policies, billing, and telehealth platform, please explore our Full Knowledge Base. If you can’t find the answer you need, simply click the "?" icon in the bottom right corner to send a message directly to our team—we are here to help!