Martha Tandara, LSCSW, Therapist in Overland Park, Kansas

Martha is particularly passionate about supporting clients recently discharged from psychiatric care and those navigating disability paperwork. She works with individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, and reproductive or religious-related challenges, providing guidance and therapeutic strategies to help them regain stability and build healthy routines. Her expertise extends to assisting clients with post-partum depression and anxiety, school avoidance, and life transitions, tailoring interventions to each person’s unique circumstances.

Her clinical focus includes anxiety, ADHD, depression, and bipolar disorder, with additional experience in childhood behavior issues, grief, and women’s mental health. Martha uses evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and faith-based approaches, as well as family and parenting skills counseling to help clients achieve their goals.

Martha is dedicated to serving diverse populations, including women, first responders, military members and veterans, and adoptive or foster care families. She prioritizes culturally sensitive care and strives to make therapy a safe, welcoming space for all clients.

Outside of her professional work, Martha enjoys reading a wide range of books, exploring off-the-beaten-path locations, learning new skills, and playing the ukulele. Her personal interests in creativity, exploration, and lifelong learning complement her holistic approach to mental health and well-being.