Mary Ann Altenbernd, MS

Welcome to Hope Counseling located in the Kansas City area.

Have you worn out your friend or partner’s ear with your concerns?
Do you not have enough energy, feel sad or pointless about life?
Are you holding in a lot of pain from traumatic events?
Are you concerned about the anger you’re dishing out to those closest to you?
Do these comments sound familiar:
"I feel stuck right now in some unhealthy patterns and needing some support to make changes."
"I have a hard time saying 'no' and drawing boundaries without feeling guilty."
"I feel dissatisfied with my life, but can't put my finger on why that is."​

Together we can discover the roots of these issues, process and heal so these patterns can no longer be a part of your life. There is relief from your pain and a solution to your problem.  While your life may be good it can be even better. I invite you to imagine greater possibility for your life and what life would be like without your concern.

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Who I Serve
I enjoy working with women, children and couples having relationship difficulties.

The following are life issues I treat:
Anxiety Help
Depression
Relationship help
Grief Counseling
Gender identity
Post Traumatic Stress Recovery
History of Abuse or Neglect
Adoption and Attachment issues

I address women’s issues including development of healthy relationships, adjustment difficulties in life’s transitions, self esteem, shame, anger, mood disorders and abuse. With my background in nursing, I can provide support in managing medical and health concerns.

I am looking forward to working with you and am excited about your desire to grow, your ability to change and your courage in reaching out for supportive help.

I define success as helping you to become your more authentic self.