Jenny Hess, Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist

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Jenny Hess, Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist

Counseling Services;
Licensed Professional Counselor
Registered Play Therapist
EMDR trained "The good life is a process, not a state of being.

It is a direction not a destination". - Carl Rogers. Life is a journey in which we experience a variety of challenges and emotions. During difficult times it can be beneficial to reach out to someone for extra support. My goal is to provide you a comfortable space where you feel heard and understood. We will work together to utilize your strengths in order to promote growth and change in a healthy

way. I strongly value the therapeutic relationship built on respect, open communication, and trust. As a client you will find a safe, empathic and accepting counseling environment. I use a person centered, strengths based approach which focuses on your individual strengths and maintains a positive perspective. You will be encouraged and challenged while stretching yourself! Along with talk therapy we will integrate art, play and nature. You will leave session with a new perspective and ideas to use in your daily life. I would love the opportunity to work with you. I look forward to speaking with you so we can discuss your counseling needs. I am happy to answer any questions you have about the counseling process. Call, message, or email me to receive your free phone consultation. "Its about progress not perfection."

05/06/2026

In 2017, the two of us had an idea… what if we created a space just for girls to feel seen, supported, and truly themselves?

In 2018, we brought that vision to life with our first Love Your Selfie summer groups. What started as a shared vision between colleagues has grown into something so meaningful.

Here we are today heading into our 9th summer of girls groups together. Year after year, we’ve had the privilege of walking alongside incredible girls as they build confidence, connection, and courage. We’ve laughed, created, processed big feelings, and watched friendships take root in the sweetest ways.

I’m so grateful for this friendship & partnership, for the families who trust us, and for every girl who has been part of these groups over the years.

Here’s to another amazing summer full of laughter, growth and friendship.

1st photo; the day the idea was born.
2nd photo; our first LYS group
3rd photo; Current
Michele Cronin, LPC, RPT

04/12/2026

Parents & caregivers of girls ages 8-12 years old we have an amazing therapeutic summer camp starting this June!!!

This group is created to provide a calm space for your girl to learn about her brain, decrease anxious thoughts/feelings, strengthen her sense of self, and much more. We use art, play, music, & nature to connect, have fun and love our amazing selfies!

All 6 sessions included! (dates/times listed below.)

It is one of our very favorite ways to soak in the summer sun ☀️ while releasing the stress of the school year. 🤯

Join us in a place to:
*Come as you are! 🤩
*Release your outside worries. 🌬
*Celebrate your amazing self (we love celebrating!)🥳
*Laugh and chat (A lot!) 😂😚
*Be silly or serious.🤪🤨
*Create, connect, repeat (many times.) 🎨🎼🧩
*Soak in fresh air on mindfulness walks.🧍🏼‍♀️🌺🌿
*Learn some pretty cool things about your brain! 🧠

Connect with us for cost & registration details at loveyourselfiekc@gmail.com.

We would love your girl to be a part of this wonderful experience!

03/27/2026

From Journey concert to EMDR training…
in 8 hours.
🎶🧘🏻‍♀️📚✏️🤘

03/16/2026

First they were becoming and then they were building… a place for girls to grow, connect, and become themselves.
Summer girls group info coming soon! 😎🫶🏻
Michele Cronin, LPC, RPT

02/05/2026

Lots of things are true about my therapeutic vibe from this picture, but let’s be honest my hair is gonna be pulled up and I’m rolling in comfy clothes! 🙃😉

This is a come as you are accepting space where we unpack challenging stuff at your pace. Big feelings welcome, messy moments allowed; where healing is likely to happen. 🫶🏻🧠❤️

01/12/2026

🎉🎉🎉 Such a fun way to spend a Sunday! Hanging with my friend and colleague Michele Cronin, LPC, RPT while leading a girls group together!

Hope to see your girl at the next one! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻 Summer Selfie Camp dates coming soon! ☀️😎

01/11/2026

It’s a Selfie Sunday kind of day!

01/06/2026

🎉We have 1 spot left for group this Sunday!🎉

✨ A new year, a fresh start, and a space created just for your girl ✨

This January, we’re welcoming girls ages 8-12 years old into a supportive, creative group where they can understand their amazing brains, ease anxious thoughts, build confidence, and connect with others…just as they are. 🧠⚡️🫶🏻

Through expressive art, meaningful conversation, and lots of laughter, we’ll celebrate who she is and help her step into the new year feeling more grounded and empowered. 🎉💪🧘🏻‍♀️

📅 Sunday, January 11 | 1:00–3:30pm at 124 Gallatin Liberty, MO.
📩 Message or email to learn more or register (more details in the flyer)

Let’s make this New Year one of growth, confidence, and connection. 🎆💖

01/05/2026

January can feel surprisingly heavy.

The build-up is over.
The lights come down.
The routines return; while the same holiday energy doesn’t.

This “January let-down” isn’t a lack of gratitude or motivation.
It’s a nervous system response.

After weeks of stimulation, connection, disruption, and expectation, the body needs time to recalibrate. Kids often show this through big feelings or behavior. Adults tend to feel it as exhaustion, irritability, or a quiet sense of meh.

What helps isn’t a resolution, it’s gentleness with ourselves.

• Fewer expectations (for a little while)
• Predictable rhythms
• Extra connection before correction
• Letting winter be slower, on purpose

A few small things that can help the nervous system right now:
• Consistent mornings and bedtimes
• More daylight and fresh air when possible
• Warmth, pressure, and rest (cozy clothes, hugs, warm drink, quiet moments)
• Gentle stretches or yoga
• Deep breath (breathe in for 4 & breathe out 6-8)
• Check in with yourself; What feels supportive right now?

January isn’t meant to be a sprint.
It’s a soft landing.

Less pressure.
More predictability.
Extra kindness.

01/03/2026

✨ A new year, a fresh start, and a space created just for your girl ✨

This January, we’re welcoming girls ages 8-12 years old into a supportive, creative group where they can understand their amazing brains, ease anxious thoughts, build confidence, and connect with others…just as they are. 🧠⚡️🫶🏻

Through expressive art, meaningful conversation, and lots of laughter, we’ll celebrate who she is and help her step into the new year feeling more grounded and empowered. 🎉💪🧘🏻‍♀️

📅 Sunday, January 11 | 1:00–3:30pm at 124 Gallatin Liberty, MO.
📩 Message or email to learn more or register (more details in the flyer)

Let’s make this New Year one of growth, confidence, and connection. 🎆💖

01/02/2026

As we step into 2026, I wish you space to be more intentional with yourself; honoring your needs, your pace, and your healing. You don’t have to rush or reinvent anything. Small steps still matter, and showing up counts. 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

Address

112 Westwoods Drive
Liberty, MO
64068

Website

http://jennyhesscounseling.com/

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