Confidential talk without judgement. Hi, I’m Shakea “Kea” Roper. I’m one of the few African American licensed specialist clinical social workers (LSCSW/LCSW). Do you need someone to talk to that will be understanding, compassionate, and encouraging? If so, you have reached the right therapist. I’m a single mother from the inner city. I’ve been through many struggles. From parenting, to family, to work, and just life. I’ve learned you can always work on yourself to help break cycles/patterns that once held you back. I value honesty and keeping it real. When there is free time, I like to sleep, spend time with family, board games, and of course diamond painting/other crafts.
I often work with clients to address anxiety, depression, relationships, coping skills, racing undesirable thoughts, communication skills, and handling day to day life with supportive reflection. My counseling style is active, honest, and straight-forward. Many of my clients have said “Kea is a great listener who isn’t afraid to challenge my thoughts.” I take the time to care. For me, it’s an honor to work together to make progress! One of my favorite quotes is “everything seems impossible until it’s done” by Nelson Mandela because I know everyone can push past the uncomfortableness of change to accomplish their goals.
Expect a sense of relief, release, and progress after each session. Each session is geared towards you and your needs/goals. It’s based off what you feel you need to talk about, not just a set curriculum. You bring the topic, and we will discuss, and problem solve as needed. If you just want a listener, you can have that also. Know that I will be honest and straight forward with you. Know that your thoughts may be challenged to help your personal growth. You may even have action or thinking tasks to complete.
I have over 14 years of experience focusing on mood disorders and any symptoms that affect daily life. I can work with clients from the following states: Kansas, Missouri, Utah, North Dakota, and Pennsylvania. I spent my last college years at the University of Missouri – Columbia (MIZZOU) earning a master’s degree in social work (c/o/2009).
In my sessions, I focus on using evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT – thinking processes), Strengths Based, Brief Therapy, Problem Solving, DBT (mindfulness), Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), and Solution Focused to help clients improve all areas of their life. I am also a facilitator of Making Sense of Your Worth (MSoYW).
I have worked in various fields of social work such as: working with survivors of abuse, half-way houses, reunification of children with their families, youth homes, home health care, and psychiatric hospitals. I mostly work with adults, but have worked with teenagers as well.
Kea has been so helpful, balancing encouragement and healthy challenges. She shares resources that are on point and she’s incredibly kind, attentive and knowledgeable.
Kea is AMAZING. This is my first time going through therapy and it’s been so great. I feel happier because I know I am working on myself and she’s right next to me every step of the way.
Kea is spectacular. It has only been a few short weeks of meeting with her but she has already greatly helped to improve my mental health. It has been very easy to communicate with her and I look forward to continue our conversations!
I absolutely love Kea! She’s extremely easy to talk to, and she’s a straight shooter! She doesn’t tell you what you want to hear. She tells you what you need to hear. It is really refreshing!
Kea is great! She’s everything you’d want in a therapist. Kind, understanding, respectful and always honest. She’s been a tremendous help on my journey.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), “1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year”. That’s a whopping 21%. NAMI continues, ” The average delay between onset of mental illness symptoms and treatment is 11 years”. Don’t delay! Set your appointment now. Contact me for questions, thoughts, and/or concerns ⇒.
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