Independence, MO
Independence
4721 S. Cliff Ave Suite 200
Independence, MO 64055
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Independence, MO 64055
Lexi Kasel
LMSW
Therapist
About Lexi Kasel
Have you ever felt misunderstood, overlooked, or unsure of how to manage the big emotions that come with daily life? Teens, especially LGBTQ+ youth, often share that they don’t feel heard or accepted—I’m here to change that. My goal is to be the kind of adult I wish more young people had: one who listens, affirms, and helps them make sense of what they’re feeling. Whether you’re navigating trauma, adjusting to life transitions, or dealing with ADHD, anxiety, or depression, I aim to help you feel grounded and empowered. I bring a warm, straightforward approach that keeps therapy focused, supportive, and validating. Together, we can build goals and move toward real change—without losing sight of your lived experience.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you reframe negative self-talk and reduce overwhelming thoughts. This approach works well for teens and adults alike who struggle with harsh inner critics or anxious thinking.
Therapy with me is honest, empowering, and goal-oriented. We’ll look for growth even in daily challenges and help you build confidence in your ability to cope and thrive—one practical step at a time!
Lexi can be found at the following location:
Specialties:
Insurance Accepted:
- BCBS/Blue Cross Blue Shield: HMO
- Aetna
- All Savers
- Ambetter: Medicaid
- Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield: Medicaid
- Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield: PPO
- BCBS/Blue Cross Blue Shield
- BCBS/Blue Cross Blue Shield: Medicaid
- BCBS/Blue Cross Blue Shield: PPO
- Carelon: Medicaid
- Cigna/Evernorth
- Florida Blue
- Freedom Network
- Healthy Blue: Medicaid
- Home State Health: Medicaid
- Home State Health: Show Me Healthy Kids Medicaid
- Luminare Health
- Medicaid
- Meritain
- MO HealthNet: Medicaid
- Optum: Medicaid
- Oscar
- Self Pay
- Surest/UHC
- UHC Community Plan: Medicaid
- UHC/UnitedHealthcare: Medicaid
Therapy Types:
- Individual Therapy
Therapeutic Approaches:
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Adlerian Therapy
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Discernment Counseling
- Mindfulness-Based Therapy
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Solution-Focused/Brief Therapy