Our Team of Trained Therapists

Scott Koeneman, Psy.D.

Licensed Psychologist / Psychoanalyst

Dr. Koeneman provides individual and conjoint psychotherapy for adults. He has extensive mental health service experience working with a wide range of presenting concerns. Dr. Koeneman specializes in helping men connect with their emotions, helping leaders in times of crisis both personal and professional, therapy for therapists, and issues of faith and spirituality. With the knowledge and training that comes from years of clinical experience, Dr. Koeneman offers an informed and hope-inspiring voice that has offered healing and life-giving changes to many people.

In addition to providing psychotherapy, Dr. Koeneman offers a variety of psychological assessments including; personality assessments (diagnostic clarification/treatment planning), IQ/cognitive testing for both giftedness and learning disabilities, aptitude testing, and clergy assessments (pre-ordination).

Dr. Koeneman earned his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) from George Fox University (2008), where he graduated with the recognition of Most Outstanding Student. In addition, he holds an M.A. in Psychology from George Fox University (2005) and an M.A. in Counseling from Denver Seminary (2003). He completed a pre-doctoral APA approved internship at the University of Virginia Counseling and Psychological Services. Additionally, he completed a post-doctoral residency at the Center for Behavioral Medicine, an agency of the Department of Mental Health in Missouri. Additionally, Dr. Koeneman was an Associate Professor in the School of Behavioral Sciences and Counseling at MidAmerica Nazarene University from 2010 thru 2018.

Dr. Koeneman earned his certificate in psychoanalysis at the Greater Kansas City and Topeka Psychoanalytic Center, He maintains professional membership in the American Psychoanalytic Association, International Association of Relational Psychoanalysis, and Greater Kansas City and Topeka Psychoanalytic Center. Dr. Koeneman is a licensed psychologist in Kansas and Missouri. He is also a member of Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PsyPact), which allows him to practice psychology via telehealth in participating states. He is also a registered telehealth provider in the state of Florida. https://flhealthsource.gov/telehealth/ .

Email: scott@mendpsychotherapy.com

Phone: 913-444-5602 Ext. 2

Alysa Koeneman, M.A., LCPC

Alysa Koeneman provides individual therapy for teens, young adults, and adults. She also provides couples therapy. Alysa has extensive experience in working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, marital discord and parenting. Additionally, she specializes in counseling with “millennials,” or those age 18-35 navigating launching into adulthood, college, new jobs, marriage and parenthood. 

Alysa received her MA in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University with an emphasis in spiritual formation and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Kansas. She also received a B.A in Business Administration from Baylor University and worked in corporate America for 10 years before staying home with her three children prior to launching a career in counseling.

Alysa works from psychodynamic and experiential theories and believes that the genesis of healing and transformation takes place within the sacred form of relationship. It is within this real and personal exchange that one's true self can begin to emerge.

Email: alysa@mendpsychotherapy.com

Phone: 913-444-5602 Ext. 3

Avery Lawson, M.A., LCPC, LPC

Avery’s client-centered and psychodynamic approach emphasizes your experiences, past, and present, as valuable sources for discovering insight and addressing the future. Restoration of the self and freedom can occur as we honor your distinct personhood and the fulfilling life you desire. Avery enjoys helping individuals and couples develop a richer understanding of themselves and reconnect with parts of self that halt awareness, self-acceptance, and authentic living. Her experience includes working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.

Avery received an M.A. in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University with an emphasis in clinical mental health counseling. She is licensed in the State of Kansas and State of Missouri.

Phone: 913.444.5602 ext. 4

Email: avery@mendpsychotherapy.com

Robin Li, Ph.D.

Assessment Associate

Dr. Li provides psychological testing services to children and adults, including diagnostic testing for ADHD, learning disabilities, and other psychological disorders. In addition to testing different aspects of brain functioning such as attention and memory, she has specialized training in personality assessment. Working from this perspective, Dr. Li can provide valuable insights about the interplay between brain functioning and one’s social and emotional experiences.

Dr. Li received her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Francisco, California. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco and two years of postdoctoral training focused on psychological assessment in both outpatient and school-based settings. Dr. Li has experience conducting personality and neuropsychological assessments with multilingual individuals from diverse backgrounds and she is a bilingual speaker of Mandarin Chinese. She also has experience working with gifted children and their families. Prior to her training in clinical psychology, Robin earned a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at the University of California, San Diego, and worked in that field for seven years.

Phone: 913.444.5602 ext 5.

Email: robin@drrobinli.com

Kate Patt, M.A., LCMFT, LMFT

Kate is a warm, experienced, and knowledgeable psychotherapist, who specializes in providing virtual and in-person therapy to adult and adolescent clients. Kate works with individuals experiencing a variety of concerns, including: depression, anxiety, self-harm, family conflict, and issues of faith and spirituality. Additionally, Kate holds special interest in the treatment of disordered eating, negative body image, and low self-esteem.

Kate believes that healing is possible, and it begins in the midst of a safe, trust-filled therapeutic relationship, as personal insight is gained, and self-compassion is experienced.

Kate earned a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, from Holy Names University, in Oakland, California, and she is fully licensed in California, Kansas, and Missouri. She has worked in mental health programs throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, including outpatient clinics, on-campus mental health organizations, as well as intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization programs.

Kate is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP), the International Association of Trauma Professionals, and Psi Chi (International Honors society in Psychology).

Phone: 913-444-5602  x6

Email: Kate@mendpsychotherapy.com

Ryan Steinle, M.A., LPC

Ryan approaches counseling from a client-centered and psychodynamic lens. He specializes in helping others suffering from: depression, anxiety, trauma, codependency, grief and shame. Ryan strives to create an environment that allows his clients to feel safe and heard. He graduated with an M.A. in Counseling from MidAmerica Nazarene University in 2023. Ryan would be honored with the opportunity of getting to work with you!

Ryan acknowledges that life can be met with many challenges and tribulations. While one of his favorite quotes is, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,” he also understands how that first step is often hindered by paralyzing anxiety or depression and can be difficult to manage on our own. It can feel like we are lost without an end destination or compass to point us in the right direction. Having someone walk alongside you as a compassionate and empathetic guide can establish a sense of safety and peace of mind. In addition, his psychodynamic lens will help you mine the unconscious and bring awareness to the root of your anxiety & depression.

Phone: 913-444-5602 x10

Email: ryan@mendpsychotherapy.com