Hello! I’m Hannah! Looking forward to having the opportunity to provide you the support and skills you deserve. I have worked for the last 2 years helping women currently in or coming out of domestic violence enviornments. My approach is holistic; striving to help you understand more of your whole self, and the roots that have shaped you. I have experience with complex trauma, split family homes, and court cases. I enjoy working with older teens and adults, with a special focus area on women empowerment. I believe in focusing on all areas of life, physical, mental, emotional, relational, financial, spiritual, etc. Common threads of low self confidence, abuse, depression, anxiety, and trauma are areas of focus. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and have an abundant amount of experience working with women in crisis, and helping those experiencing trauma. I applaud you for taking the first step into a better you, and hope I have the priviledge of supporting you on your healing journey.

My name is Shannon Kirkpatrick and I have been a Mental Health Counselor for six rewarding years, offering both in person and telehealth options. I earned my Bachelors in K-12 music education from Peru State College in Peru, NE and my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grace University in Omaha, NE. In addition to my collegiate studies, I am also a certified life coach. I enjoy blending the education and principles I have learned with each that allow me the opportunity to provide such insight into helping each person transform their life into becoming the best versions of themselves.
I have spent my time as a counselor working with people between the ages of 3 and 73 who want help and support in a variety of areas including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, big life transitions, motivation, motherhood, boundaries, communication, and relationship issues. While my degree focused highly on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) I consider myself to be eclectic in my approach to therapy, offering skills and thoughts from a variety of different approaches including treatment measures such as Emotion Focused, Narrative, Existential, and Reality therapies.

I enjoy meeting the client where they are at in life, looking for the strengths and positives within them, that sometimes they might not see themselves, but together we get to the root, and help them to see what light and clarity is ahead for them. I also hold a special niche towards offering biblical Christian counseling, when requested, to support those looking for therapeutic guidance, while incorporating the principles of these teachings. Overall, I enjoy utilizing the many options I have been trained and gifted in to support you.

I appreciate you taking the time to read more about me. I hope to earn the right to walk with you through the challenges and victories in your life and look forward to supporting you.

Hello! I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Marissa Frickenschmidt and I’m excited to be a part of the Be Kind Counseling team. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2015 and my Master’s in Counseling from Doane University in 2019.

I have experience working with youth, adolescents, and young adults in both residential and outpatient settings in the areas of depression, anxiety and mood disorders, grief, trauma, suicidal thoughts, self-harm behaviors, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and other life experiences.

My therapeutic approach is rooted in person-centered, and is strength based to promote healing, resilience, and growth for those I work with. I am trained in multiple evidenced based treatments including, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.

During my downtime I enjoy spending time with my husband and our Beagle, Millie, as well as our friends and family! I love to be outdoors and stay active through walking, biking, or playing pickleball. I also enjoy game nights with the family and finding new experiences in and around Omaha.

Life can be challenging at times. I’m passionate about providing a safe space where you feel empowered to take the next step in your path toward healing. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be welcoming, authentic, and collaborative and helps you to feel safe and supported through your journey.

I look forward to working with you and helping you to navigate through life’s transitions and experiences.

Hello! I’m Jennifer Andrews, a mental health therapist here at Be Kind Counseling.

Life can be joyful at its best and sometimes terribly difficult. At points, I have felt stuck and overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward. Maybe you do too? It’s okay to not be okay right now. It takes courage to reach out for help and I am ready to hear your story.

I believe in the power of collaboration and connection with a caring person to get through these phases of life. It will be important for you to find someone who listens well, helps you feel safe, and works with you to find solutions. I am ready to be that person for you or your loved ones!

I have experience providing outpatient therapy to adults with various multicultural backgrounds who were living with stress due to life events, frequent worries, negative feelings about themselves, and unwelcomed changes in mood or behavior.  I have treated anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, disordered eating and other issues stemming from trauma. I practice a collaborative client-centered approach to counseling with integrated trauma-informed evidence-based interventions that I will be happy to share more about. I received my masters in mental health counseling from the University of Nebraska, Omaha and my bachelor’s in psychology from the University of Montana.

I hope we get a chance to meet!

When it comes to my therapeutic practice, I utilize Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), and Perinatal therapy. My overall goal is to meet the individual where they are and work with them based on their needs in session (Person-Centered emphasis). I also have experience working with mothers and their newborns regarding postpartum depression, lactation, and attachment (Perinatal Mental Health).

My favorite aspect of being a therapist is when clients realize their strengths and resilience on their own. My goal is not to tell the individual what they need, I am here to go on the journey with them with support and an unconditional positive regard. I truly enjoy working as a therapist and meting clients in all aspects of life. I learn just as much from our sessions as everyone is their own unique person. I have the privilege to get to know so many wonderful individuals in this world, and I am excited to meet many more!

(Accepting New Clients January 2025)

I am a Dual-Licensed Substance Use and Mental Health Practitioner. I earned my undergraduate Bachelor’s in Psychology from Creighton University in 2010 and my Master’s of Clinical Counseling from Bellevue University in 2017. I also received my license in Counseling in 2017 from Bellevue University, to help specialize and better serve all individuals.

My experience is primarily with teenagers and adults with diverse backgrounds. I have worked in community outpatient settings, therapeutic transitional living, and structured outpatient treatment centers. I utilize and have trained in several different psychotherapy modalities, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am always looking to stay up to date on research and trainings in order to provide the best care possible.

I value building authentic therapeutic relationships by collaborating with clients to help them reach their goals and discover fulfillment in their lives. I utilize a strengths-based approach and focus on working alongside individuals to meet them where they are at. I believe therapy should be a safe space where people feel comfortable to challenge themselves. In my downtime I enjoy spending time with my family, working on my goal to visit every U.S. National Park, and relaxing with my two cats, Charlie and Harley.

“Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times if only one remembers to turn on the light.”

– Albus Dumbledore