Jerilyn Beard
Introduction
Why life’s instruction manual seems to have gone missing. Because life can be hard. Because relationships are complicated. Because sometimes our brains make things more difficult than they need to be. Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating. At its core, therapy is simply a place to make sense of the chaos and work through it together. I believe therapy should feel less like an interrogation and more like a genuine conversation. My office is a space where tears are welcome, laughter is encouraged, and awkward silences are perfectly okay. After all, growth often happens somewhere in the middle of all three. My goal is to help clients gain insight, build practical skills, and develop a healthier relationship with themselves. Together, we’ll work toward understanding patterns, overcoming obstacles, and replacing self-criticism with self-compassion. My approach blends evidence-based practices with authentic connection, humor, and empathy, creating a supportive environment where lasting change can happen. Throughout my career, I have worked with children and families navigating foster care and adoption, supported older adults recovering from hospitalization, helped address and prevent domestic violence, and provided leadership in health insurance case management. These experiences have given me a broad perspective and deep appreciation for the many factors that influence a person’s well-being, allowing me to approach each client with a holistic lens.
Highlights
- Accepting new clients
- In-person & telehealth appointments
- Accepts insurance
Licenses
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LMSW #10678 (KS)
Specialties
Additional focus areas
Treatment Approaches
Population focus
Appointment types
- Individuals
- Families
Age groups
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Toddlers (under 6)
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Children (6-12)
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Young Adults (18-24)
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Adults (24+)
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Elders (65+)
Languages
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English
Pay with insurance
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UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Kansas
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Healthy Blue Kansas (Healthy Blue)
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Aetna Better Health of Kansas
Pay out-of-pocket
Locations
Professional Information
Education
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Master's Degree, Social Work - University of Kansas
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