Level: Wellness • Mind West Wichita

05/15/2026

We are seeking licensed or soon-to-be licensed behavioral health therapists to join our team. We are expanding with a 5th location and 3rd in Wichita, scheduled to open summer 2026. Our newest location will be situated on the east side of Wichita, near 21st and Rock Rd, and we are also hiring clinicians and an APRN/PMHNP for our downtown location. If you hold or will hold soon an APRN (PMHNP), LMSW, LSCSW, LMFT, LCMFT, LPC, LCPC, LMLP, or LCP licensure and are interested, please email or call Shane at [email protected] or 316-833-7581.

04/21/2026

Welcome Kelli M. Pfau, LCP!

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist with over 40 years of experience in the mental health field. I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals of all ages and backgrounds on their journeys toward healing and growth—including 13 years working closely with service members and veterans.

I am certified in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and believe that many of the answers we seek already exist within us. My role is to help you uncover those answers and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Every person brings a unique story, and therapy should reflect that. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, working through pain, or seeking greater purpose and joy, you’ll be met with compassion, respect, and steady support.

I also specialize in positive psychology, helping you build on your strengths to create a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

For scheduling, I can be reached directly at (316) 453-1502 or email at [email protected]

04/16/2026

Welcome our new Medical Provider Brett Weinbrenner, PMHNP-BC!

Brett is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) based in Wichita, offering both in-person and telehealth appointments. He works with individuals ages 16 to 60, providing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a variety of mental health concerns.

Brett has a particular interest in supporting individuals navigating depression, anxiety, and ADHD. He approaches care as a collaborative process, valuing open communication and making sure clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment.

While medication management is an important part of his role, Brett also believes in looking at the full picture. He incorporates a holistic perspective, encouraging healthy lifestyle habits and practical strategies that support both mental and physical well-being. His goal is to help clients not only find relief from symptoms, but also build a more balanced, sustainable path forward.

For scheduling, Brett can be reached directly at 316-453-1497 or email at [email protected].

11/09/2025

11/06/2025

Our newest location in Wichita on Maize Road is open! Stacy Bain, LPC-T is accepting new clients.

Stacy earned a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Wichita State University and a bachelor’s in psychology (with a minor in Sociology) from the University of Kansas.

She specializes in supporting clients through concerns related to self-worth and identity, major life transitions, anxiety and depression, women’s reproductive choices, trauma, grief and loss of all types, and mindfulness-based growth. Stacy is also an LGBTQ+ ally and provides an affirming, inclusive space for all individuals.

She strives to create an environment where healing, self-connection, and personal acknowledgment can flourish. Her goal is for each session to feel safe, validating, and empowering as clients explore their goals, challenges, and growth.

Using a client-centered, holistic approach informed by multiple therapeutic modalities, Stacy tailors each session to meet clients’ evolving needs—embracing the natural ebb and flow of the therapeutic process.

She works with individuals (16+) in both individual and group settings, offering in-person and virtual sessions.

Hours (subject to change):
Monday: 10am–3pm
Tuesday: 9am–1pm
Wednesday: 10am–1pm & 3pm–6pm
Thursday: 9am–1pm

Accepted Insurance:
Aetna, Cigna, Medicaid, Meritain, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan (Medicaid), and Sunflower Medicaid (with more plans coming soon).

To schedule with Stacy, she can be reached directly at
(316) 413-3640 or email at [email protected].

11/06/2025

Our newest location in Wichita on Maize Road is open! Lauren Meléndez Reyes, LMSW is accepting new clients.

A bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), Lauren is passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, perfectionism, attachment challenges, cultural stress, and family or relationship conflicts.

Lauren provides a compassionate, supportive space to explore your experiences and create meaningful change.

Her approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in respect for each client’s story. She utilizes evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Person-Centered Therapy to help clients strengthen coping skills, access resilience, and move toward the life they want.

Lauren is also committed to serving the Spanish-speaking community with a culturally sensitive approach where clients can express themselves freely and feel understood.

Whether you are adjusting to a new chapter in life, facing cultural or family pressures, or struggling to find motivation, Lauren will walk alongside you with compassion and collaboration as you work toward healing and growth.

To schedule with Lauren, she can be reached directly at (316) 413-3701 or email at [email protected].

11/06/2025

Aurora Juarez, LMSW

Aurora earned both her Bachelor’s in Counseling and her Master of Social Work from Newman University. She has experience working in child welfare, mental health, and school settings, supporting individuals through various stages of growth and change.

Aurora works with clients of all ages and backgrounds, primarily children, adolescents, and young adults. She walks alongside clients as they discover new paths toward personal growth and well-being.

Her therapeutic style is strengths-based and client-centered, focused on empowering each person to achieve their goals. Aurora provides a safe, calm, culturally sensitive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can share their stories and challenges authentically.

To schedule with Aurora, she can be reached directly at (316) 330-0991 or email at [email protected].

11/06/2025

Shelly Kurth, LSCSW

Life can be tough—but you don’t have to face it alone.

We all experience highs and lows, and at times the weight of it all can feel overwhelming. In those moments, having someone in your corner—someone who truly listens, offers perspective without judgment, and helps you reconnect with your inner strength—can make all the difference.

Shelly is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She works primarily with adults (18+) and has a special passion for supporting veterans and active-duty service members, older adults, and those navigating life transitions, caregiving, and identity exploration.

Her approach is eclectic and integrative, drawing from various evidence-based modalities and tailored to each client’s goals. Shelly believes healing is holistic: tending to the mind, body, and spirit as one.

Therapy with Shelly is an investment in yourself: a chance to gain clarity, resilience, and peace.

To schedule with Shelly, please call (316) 413-2334 or email at [email protected].

11/06/2025

Our newest location in Wichita on Maize Road is open! Idalia Gomez, LMSW-T is accepting new clients.

Idalia Gomez is a proud Texas native who has called Kansas home for over a decade. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Wichita State University and her Master of Social Work from Newman University.

Her clinical experience includes work with the City of Wichita Housing Authority in partnership with the Wichita Police Department’s Homeless Outreach Team, as well as the Robert J. Dole VA Hospital—where she gained valuable experience serving diverse and resilient populations.

Idalia is passionate about supporting children, teens, and adults through life’s challenges, particularly those related to trauma, anxiety, and personal growth. Her therapeutic approach is empathetic, collaborative, and nonjudgmental—a space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences and reconnect with their authentic selves.

Outside of the therapy room, Idalia enjoys traveling the world and catching up on her favorite Netflix shows.

To schedule with Idalia, she can be reached directly at (316) 413-3658 or email at [email protected].

11/06/2025

Our newest location in Wichita on Maize Road is open! Amy Phillips, LMSW is accepting new clients:

As an experienced clinician, Amy is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families discover strengths, solutions, and motivation for growth. Her goal is to help clients increase contentment in relationships, work, and life—and most importantly, build a stronger sense of self-worth.

Amy takes an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness practices.

Through a collaborative and empathetic process, she works with clients to explore patterns and beliefs shaped by their past and present experiences, identify what may be holding them back, and develop practical strategies for lasting change.

Her areas of experience include working with military families, couples, teens, parents, and individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Amy is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and comfortable space for all clients.

She believes therapy can be a transformative journey toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and fulfillment—and looks forward to walking alongside you on that path.

To schedule with Amy, she can be reached directly at (316) 617-1078 or email at [email protected].