Jessica Barron, LMLP

Licensed Masters Level Psychologist

Jessica Barron, LMLP completed her BA in Psychology in 2016 and MA in Clinical Psychology in 2019, both from Washburn University. Jessica joins us with experience as both a therapist and a psychological evaluator with both children and

adults. Jessica has experience with assessments and evaluations for various levels of psychopathology to include anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, PTSD, Autism, LD, ID, ADHD, moderate bipolar disorders, and eating disorders. Jessica has provided treatment for a wide range of disorders including those involving prior traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, and behavioral disorders in the community mental health setting. She has provided individual, family, and group therapy to children, adolescents, and families. Interventions consistent with Cognitive Behavioral and Interpersonal Process therapy approaches, Unified Protocol which included mindfulness-based interventions and therapeutic exposures. She is currently enrolled in the Family Psychological Services Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) training program.

Jessica’s approach is client-centered, collaborative, and goal-oriented. She honors each client’s strengths and weaknesses, values, and readiness for change, integrating evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies. She believes the most powerful driver of change in therapy is the relationship itself. When clients feel safe, respected, and understood, real healing becomes possible. Therapy with Jessica is active and present-focused. Jessica believes that actions matter more than words. Clients don’t just need insight—they need to feel and experience that change is possible. In therapy, clients practice new ways of relating, with the therapist modeling healthier interactions that clients can generalize into their wider lives. This approach empowers clients to become more flexible, more emotionally aware, and ultimately more free to engage in relationships and challenges with greater confidence and safety. Jessica brings her full, genuine self to each session. The strong therapeutic relationship paired with insight and emotional risk-taking—can create lasting change.

Jessica accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aetna, Ambetter, and KanCare. She does not accept any form of Medicare.

From Dr. Wes: Jessica Barron is the third LMLP to join our team and is a member of our training program. She is a young, energetic therapist who is excited to be working As such, she brings greater capacity for both testing and psychotherapy to our staff. She can see teens and adults on BCBS, Ambetter, and Aetna and teens on KanCare. If you'd like to schedule an intake with Jessica for therapy or testing, please complete the Ask About Services form and mark her name as your preferred provider.

Jessica Barron's Schedule

PLEASE READ BEFORE EXAMINING THE CALENDAR BELOW: Jessica Barron's availability for appointments is listed below. You CANNOT schedule here, only see her availabilities. The appearance of an opening does not guarantee an appointment, it only allows you to see what is available to request. Contact the office at 785-371-1414 to schedule or if you are a new client, fill out the ask about services form. Due to how Google masks event details, the availability is listed as "busy." This means that anything that shows up as "busy" is actually OPEN for an existing client appointment.

Toward a more fulfilling, happier healthier life...

Therapy involves a series of steps twoard your desired end. To get there it's important for us to work as a team, each with our own roles to play. I will help guide you on the pathway to helping yourself. I will offer you feedback and listen to yours, in an open and respectful exchange. We'll likely discuss difficult issues in session, which may elicit new or familiar emotions and thoughts, ultimately leading to positive change.”

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Areas of Practice

Adults
Jessica works with young adults living with depression, ADHD, and anxiety, including both psychological assessment and individual therapy. She strives to discover each person’s goals and needs in order to impact their mental health and welbeing at school, work, and in their social life.

Teens

Jessica sees teenagers who experience anxiety, ADHD and depression. She strives to meet teens where they are at and to create a comfortable setting that allows them to openly present as just who they are without fear of judgement.

Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Jessica can conduct psychological assessment and evaluation for various levels of psychopathology to include anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, PTSD, Autism, LD, ID, ADHD, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, bipolar disorders, and eating disorders. She can provide broad-based assessments on children, teens, and adults to clarify and categorize psychopathology and determine impairment, allowing for more comprehensive understanding and targeted treatment.