Top in-person Missouri therapists who accept Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

I’m Shaleese Rockett, but people often call me Rockett. After working as a Social Worker for several years I’ve developed a unique, holistic approach to therapy that integrates mind, body, and environment. My sessions often blend evidence-based techniques with creativity and humor, ensuring that we address your needs I try my best to understand the unique challenges faced by so many . My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore your feelings, develop coping strategies, and regain a sense of control and purpose. Together, we can work towards healing and growth, allowing you to continue your vital work with renewed energy and resilience. I look forward to discovering new tools to aid in conquering and facing the various twists and turns life throws your way.

Marlena Glenn is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of marriage experience and a deep understanding of the challenges individuals and couples face while balancing family, relationships, and demanding careers. As a full-time working parent raising children while pursuing her professional calling, Marlena brings both clinical expertise and real-life insight to the counseling process. Marlena specializes in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and provides comprehensive premarital, marriage, and relationship counseling. With a compassionate, client-centered approach, she integrates evidence-based techniques—including Gottman, Prepare and Enrich, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relational therapy—to help clients build emotional resilience, strengthen communication, and create meaningful change. Passionate about supporting couples at every stage, Marlena works with partners preparing for marriage, navigating conflict, rebuilding trust, or seeking deeper intimacy and connection. She also helps individuals process loss, manage stress, and overcome emotional barriers that impact daily life. Known for her warm, grounded, and practical style, Marlena creates a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, encouraged, and empowered to grow.

I have been in a counselor for over 12 years. Before that I grew up in a very small town in Kentucky, rode horses, obtained a degree in agriculture, and raised 4 boys. How can that help me you asked? Well maybe it can't, but along the way I went back to school studied psychology and professional counseling. I have been told I am a clam, empathetic and caring counselor. I agree. I help clients manage their depression, anxiety, and trauma. I use a combination of therapies. My favorites are mindfulness, CBT and Person Centered. This simply means I focus on you, the client. My desire as a counselor is to provide clients with the skills to cope with adversity. While learning to create a life which is unique and manageable. To be honest, the most important thing I learned through my varied experiences is that we already have many of the skills we need. We simply need the guidance and encouragement to combine new skills while accessing and managing the skills we already know.