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About Us

At Lawrence Creative Therapy Center LLC, we are a collective of creative arts therapists providing mental health services for children, adults, and teens.  View each of the providers below to learn more about services offered. 

Groups and Workshops:
Now Enrolling!
 

For Kids:​

  • ​Bee-ginning Piano/Music Therapy Group(Ages 5-6)- Saturdays 10am

  • Wiggly Warriors Yoga (Ages 6-10)- Wednesdays at 5:15pm

For Middle School:

  • The Embodied Self: Movement and Creativity Group (Tweens/Teens)- Saturdays 2pm

  • Body Positivity: Art and Drama Therapy Workshop-Sunday June 14

  • Middle Schoolers Making it Better Drama Therapy Camp- July 6-10

For Teens:

  • Mindfulness & Superhero Therapy Group (Teens and Young Adults)- Fridays 6:30 pm

  • The Embodied Self: Movement and Creativity Group (Tweens/Teens)- Saturdays 2pm

  • Process Painting Therapy 8-week course (Teens), Wednesdays 2pm, June 2-July 22

For Adults:

  • Reframe Your Thoughts Art Therapy Workshop- May 17, 2026​​

  • Art Therapy DBT Group- Tuesdays 10:30

  • Creative Expressions Art Therapy Studio Group- Fridays 2pm

  • Mindfulness & Superhero Therapy Group (Teens and Young Adults)- Wednesdays 6:30

  • SoulCollage© Workshop- Sunday June 21

  • Personal Power Found Object Sculpture Workshop- Sunday July 19

For Mental Health Professionals:

  • ​ATR Supervision for Art Therapists- 1st Sunday of the Month

  • The Artist Identity & Self-Care as Ethical Imperative: An Art Therapy Ethics CEU (for therapists) - Sunday June 21

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Therapists and Services

Learn about our therapists and the services they provide.  Feel free to reach out to specific providers or complete a contact form to be matched with a provider that fits your needs.  

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Cara Weeks Neuburger

ATR-BC, LCPC

Sunflower Art Therapy
 

Art Therapy, ITR, Sand Tray

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist providing art therapy and counseling to children, youth, and adults.  I have over 20 years experience and my approach is that of a collaborator.  I believe that each individual is the expert of their experience, but that when life presents challenges such as loss, mental illness, trauma, or major change, a person can become overwhelmed making it hard to see the way forward.  In my collaboration with individuals I aim to help break down life challenges and empower a person's confidence in their own wisdom and strengths.  ​ I am trained in a number of therapeutic approaches.  Some of areas of training that inform my practices include: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), treatment of severe mental illness, trauma informed care, Instinctual Trauma Response (ITR), person-centered care, strengths based treatment, mindfulness, and creative arts therapies.​ ​ Together we will put the art process to work in your life to help achieve such things as reducing anxiety, finding personal strengths, developing insight into challenges, navigating overwhelming emotions, or building hope in the future. ​ Services: Individual art therapy sessions Occasional art therapy groups or workshops Clinical supervision for counselors and art therapists. In-network with BCBS, Tricare, Cigna/Evernorth, United, Aetna, KanCare (Medicaid), Sunflower/Ambetter, Medicare ​

Contact: 785-424-7410, cara@sunflowerarttherapy.com​

For more information:
www.sunflowerarttherapy.com

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Charlie Spear, LPC

Dandelion Therapy, LLC

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Play Therapy, EMDR, Parenting, Couples

My journey to becoming a therapist wasn't a straight line, and I believe that’s my greatest strength. Previously, I spent years in the software industry, leading teams with a philosophy of moving forward without all the answers: start with what we know, take a meaningful step, and see what happens. If it works, we build; if not, we adapt. I bring this same mindset to my work with children and families. There is no rigid, one-size-fits-all plan. My understanding of a child’s world is shaped by my diverse background as a Case Manager, a paraprofessional in Douglas County schools, and a DCF investigator. These roles taught me that a child’s challenges are inseparable from their environment—home, school, and community. In our sessions, I am direct, but always with humor and compassion. Drawing from my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health and training in contemplative therapy, I integrate mindfulness and self-compassion. I am also trained in EMDR and am pursuing Synergetic Play Therapy certification to help children heal through their natural language of play. Together, we will take practical steps toward growth, celebrating what works and compassionately adjusting what doesn’t. Services: Individual Play Therapy with your child 2-13 yrs old EMDR, children and adults (coming spring 2026) Parenting Skills Therapy In-Network: BCBS, Aetna, KanCare Sunflower, KanCare Healthy Blue, KanCare UnitedHealthcare

Contact:   785-251-8033, charlie@dandeliontherapyllc.com​

For more Information: www.dandeliontherapyllc.com

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Kelli Verble, LSCSW

Firebrand Wellness Initiative, LLC 

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Somatic, Movement, Play, Yoga, DBT, ACT

Kelli (she/they) is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri; she maintains a thriving 5-year private practice in mental health therapy in Junction City, Kansas, that incorporates traditional DBT and ACT treatment modalities (both under the mindfulness umbrella) with ancient yogic philosophy and contemporary play, movement, and somatic practices. She continues to explore expressive art modalities for a multi-modal treatment approach. She is a 500+hour trained yoga teacher, and working towards her 800-hour yoga therapist national certification, and now an Intermediate level trainee through Somatic Experiencing International. She maintains membership with the National Association of Social Workers and the Midwest Alliance for Mindfulness in Kansas City. Her clinical background includes CIT crisis response and forensic mental healthcare, community mental health, hospital and trauma level II social work practice. She is a part-time clinician with LCTC, seeing individuals and caregivers of all ages, who experience chronic health issues, including chronic pain, inflammation, and varied ability/disability, and healthcare and service providers experiencing secondary traumatic stress and burnout, at the Lawrence office location. Individual and group sessions offered. Clinical consultation and supervision offered. Kelli is a Lecturer and BSW Field Education Director for Washburn Social Work. She previously taught adjunct courses at the University of Kansas, School of Social Welfare. She earned her MSW in Social Welfare Administration and Advocacy at the University of Kansas in 2010, and her BFA in Fine Arts, Art History, at the University of Kansas in 2004. Kelli is also passionate about human rights and social justice and incorporates into her practice at every level. Kelli is a homeowner, a dog (and cat) mom, and is working towards a goal to adopt a rad tween or teen human. She hikes and kayaks the Flint Hills and Kaw River and rides a vintage motorcycle on scenic rural routes through the Plains. Kelli's alignment is chaotic good, and she is of the House of Slytherin. All fandoms welcome. Readers, dancers, creators, and dreamers encouraged to connect at kverble@firebrandwellnessinitiativellc.com.

Contact:   785-979-8784, kverble@firebrandwellnessinitiativellc.com

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Wendy Lynch, LCAC, LCPC, ATR-BC

Making Meaning Art Therapy, LLC 

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Art Therapy, Addictions, ART, DBT

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor, and Board Certified Registered Art Therapist. I utilize my background in each of these areas to provide art therapy and counseling to individuals from children to adults. My approach to therapy is person-centered and I believe that everyone’s journey toward mental wellness should be tailored to their individual needs. My role is to work through this journey alongside you to better understand yourself and work through the challenges that arise in life. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), trauma informed care, and psychoeducation for severe mental illness. I have several years of experience working with severe and persistent mental illness, trauma-related disorders, and I specialize in serving members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. I believe that every person has their own needs for their mental health, and it is important that we address these needs to achieve the mental wellbeing that we all deserve. Through the use of art-making and creative endeavors, we can make sense of the difficulties and build the live worth living that you want. ​ Services: Individual art therapy or counseling sessions Services for adults, teens, or children In-person or Telehealth options Occasional art therapy groups  Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) sessions In-network with BCBS, United, KanCare, Sunflower, Aetna Better Health of Kansas

Contact: 785-251-8354

 wendylynch@makingmeaningarttherapy.com

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Noel Kearns, ATR-BC

StaART Therapy

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Art Therapy, Play, Addictions, Eating Disorder, ACT, DBT, CBT 

My approach is to first establish achievable goals and utilize strengths to help clients reach them in a reasonable time frame. I have 30 years of experience as an art therapist working with children, adolescents and adults who experience: Depressive disorders Anxiety disorders Substance related disorders Eating disorders Personality disorders Trauma related disorders Conduct disorders Psychotic disorders I believe that once someone is ready for change, they simply need encouragement and guidance. Change can be scary and also safe. I utilize creative modalities (mostly art, but also music, movement and play) to help clients move beyond barriers or “stuck points” in their recovery journey. ​ I also incorporate common therapeutic approaches (DBT, CBT, ACT) into art therapy sessions to help clients understand skills they can use on their own. The goal is always to help clients learn how to help themselves.  I use a variety of art materials to help clients understand and explore:  Feelings expression and management Self-awareness and self esteem Grief and loss Assertiveness and boundary setting Body acceptance Addiction management Relationship and parenting skills Social anxiety Self-care habits Obsessive compulsive behaviors “Nobody really does anything alone…it is only by inducing others to go along that changes are accomplished and work is done.” (Eleanor Roosevelt) ​ Services: Individual and group art therapy sessions Services for adults, teens, or children Sessions  held on evenings and weekends In person or virtual options Self-pay options at a reasonable rate.

Contact:  816-704-0378, noel@start-therapy.com

For More Information: https://www.start-therapy.com/

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Kori Staab, MT-BC

Rhythm & Resonance Music, LLC

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Music Therapy Groups, Sound Baths

Kori Staab, MT-BC, is a board certified music therapist, music educator, and active local musician with over 20 years of experience. Kori received her bachelor’s degree in music education from Kansas State University in spring of 2007. After teaching elementary music in public schools for a few years, she was inspired to pursue music therapy, driven by the way her students on the autism spectrum responded to music. Inspired to deepen her practice, she then attended the University of Kansas for the graduate equivalency degree program, earning her master’s degree in music education and music therapy in summer of 2017. This followed a 9-month internship at the Madonna School for Disabilities in Omaha, NE (now known as Madonna Ability Alliance). Kori worked part time as a private music therapist in a small studio between Leavenworth, KS and Weston, MO and in clients’ homes while also working as a Registered Behavior Technician with Sunflower ABA.  Due to needing to lessen her commute to work, Kori started to work at a music studio in Lawrence starting in the summer of 2022 as a piano and drum teacher. After leaving the Lawrence studio in January 2025, Kori opened her own practice, Rhythm & Resonance Music, LLC, where she focuses on student/client-centered music therapy and teaching methods. She has also begun exploring conducting sound baths with crystal singing bowls. Outside of her practice, Kori enjoys spending time with her daughter, dog, and husband, and stays active in the local music scene through her three bands.

Contact:   kori@rhythmlawrence.com

For more Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575796400093

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Christie Scanlin Dobson, Ph.D, RDT​

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Drama Therapy, Creativity Coaching,

 

Christie is a Registered Drama Therapist (since 2008) and a PhD‑level special educator (2023) who provides creative emotional support for children, teens, and adults. Her work integrates drama therapy with expressive arts, movement, story, and identity‑centered practices—including film and embodied creative exploration—to help people express big feelings, build confidence, and feel seen. Christie supports clients exploring emotional expression and connection. Her sessions are playful, imaginative, sensory‑aware, and grounded in developmental understanding. She works collaboratively with clients to create accessible, meaningful pathways for communication, self‑expression, and personal growth. Christie is honored to be part of the Lawrence Creative Therapy team and welcomes individuals and families seeking a creative, supportive space to explore their inner world.

Contact: 785.979.9484, christiescanlindobson@gmail.com

For More Information:

https://christiescanlindobson.com/about-us/

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Jason Sanders, LCPC, LPC

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Art Therapy Groups and Individuals

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience providing art therapy and counseling. I have worked with children and adolescents, but for the last 12 years I have worked exclusively with adults. I am collaborative and client centered. I operate under the belief that each individual is the expert of their experience. I see art processes as an alternate form of self-expression that anyone can explore. My focus is on creating a collaborative, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can engage in the creative processes and build self awareness. . I am trained in a number of therapeutic approaches. Some areas of training that inform my practices include: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), trauma informed care, and expressive therapies. Together we will utilize art processes as a way to build skills, promote relaxation, develop insight, navigate overwhelming emotions, build hope and resilience, and sometimes also just enjoy the flow of the creative process. My belief is that art goes beyond words. Services: Art therapy groups Individual counseling

Contact: 785-424-7410, 

CreativeExpressions.JS@gmail.com

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Tina Brackman, M.S, LCPC

Creative Embodiment Therapy

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Art Therapy, CBT, Strengths Based

If you like art or are interested in diving deeper with your cognitive processing art therapy may be the next step for you. This creative avenue offers a different approach to communication in sessions. Are you having distressing thoughts, difficulty with open communication or asking for help? Does asking for your needs to be met in a relationship or heightened stress cause you feelings of anxiety, depression or low self-esteem? I will creatively work with you to operate from an equality-based lens with a trauma informed approach to give you space to feel more connected to yourself and others with art therapy and talk therapy. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in KS with a second master's degree specialized in Art Therapy. I use evidence-based practices of CBT, SFT, and Strengths Based techniques with art materials to encourage more introspection in session. This experiential approach of art making helps break barriers to communication in session and life. If you are seeking a safe nonjudgmental space where you feel empowered and attain more self-efficacy through expressiveness, welcome to Creative Embodiment. I collaborate with you to identify your strengths to help you learn skills necessary for symptom management. I am confident I will be able to support you on your healing journey.

Contact:   (785)214-4043​, tbrackman@creativeembodimenttherapy.com

For more Information: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/creative-embodiment-topeka-ks/1438908

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Lila Entwistle

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Art Therapy and Counseling

Graduate Intern

Lila is currently pursuing dual Master's degrees in Art Therapy and Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Emporia State University. Lila provides art therapy sessions for all ages at the Lawrence Creative Therapy Center. Sessions with a student interns are low cost or free for those who meet income guidelines.

Contact: 785-424-7410

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Groups and Workshops

 

* Note* Participants will need to complete enrollment information with their group leader prior to attendance.  Some groups may be eligible for insurance reimbursement.  20% discount for enrollment in monthly membership or booking a full series of groups.   Check the group descriptions for details. 

 

One scholarship slot is available in each group at the LCTC for those who can demonstrate financial hardship (3 month limit for ongoing groups).  Scholarship rates will be at a 90% discount.  Contact lawrencecreativetherapy@proton.me or 785-424-7410 to apply.

Lawrence Creative Therapy Center LLC

306 East 23rd Street

Lawrence KS 66046

lawrencecreativetherapy@proton.me

785-424-7410

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