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Marilyn Possett, MSW, LSCSW

Marilyn has 30 years of therapeutic experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She completed her graduate work at the University of Oklahoma and worked for many years at Laureate, a private, nationally-recognized psychiatric hospital in Tulsa. After moving with her family to the Wichita area, Marilyn began a successful private practice. As an adult Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, she specializes in treating the full spectrum of Anxiety Disorders, including Panic Attacks, OCD, and Social Anxiety, as well as all aspects of Depression, and the effects ofTrauma.

marilyn@wichitacounseling.net

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Phil Newman, MSW, LSCSW

Phil is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience serving clients through the local Community Mental Health Center and Private Practice. He specializes in treatment for children (aged 2-18) experiencing Anxiety Disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depressive Disorders, Effects of Trauma, Adjustment Disorders, and Disruptive Behaviors. He also treats adults who have experienced trauma and need relief from the resulting emotional distress, including PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and the full spectrum of Anxiety Disorders.

newmanphil79@yahoo.com

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Anita Avers, LCMFT

Anita is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist with 18 years of experience serving clients through Eastminster Counseling Center and in private practice. She specializes in treating adults experiencing Depression, Anxiety Spectrum Disorders, Trauma, and Mood Disorders, as well as Relationship Issues, including Couples and Marriages, Family Conflict, Infidelity, and Divorce. Since it is important that you feel comfortable and connected with the therapist you choose, Anita offers a free 30-minute face-to face consult to ensure a good fit.

anita.counselor@gmail.com