Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Topeka, KS
Shadow Wood Clinical Associates was established in the early 1990s through the merger of two mental health practices, creating a collaborative environment for expert therapists in Topeka, Kansas. Our clinicians bring decades of combined experience in treating individuals, couples, families, and groups across the lifespan. We specialize in evidence-based therapies for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and complex psychiatric conditions while maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards. Our practice emphasizes personalized care through diverse modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness-based techniques.We accommodate clients through flexible scheduling, telehealth options, and accessible facilities designed to meet varied physical needs. With expertise in psychological assessments and specialized training in gender identity care, our team remains committed to advancing mental well-being through continuous professional development and community engagement.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Group Therapy
Couples Counseling
Psychological Testing
Sex Therapy
Pain Management
ADHD Treatment
Trauma Recovery
Gender Identity Support
Family Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined clinical expertise across multiple specialties
- Our therapists maintain active roles in professional organizations and continuing education
- We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid
- Our accessible facility accommodates clients with diverse physical needs
- We provide telehealth options for clients with scheduling challenges
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Personalized treatment plans address depression, anxiety, and life transitions through evidence-based approaches. Our clinicians tailor sessions to client needs using cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness techniques. Sessions help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth goals.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive evaluations clarify diagnoses and inform treatment plans. Our psychologists administer standardized assessments for cognitive, emotional, and behavioral concerns. Results guide targeted interventions for conditions like ADHD, learning disorders, and personality assessments.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy improves communication and resolves conflicts in intimate relationships. Our clinicians address trust issues, parenting disagreements, and life transitions affecting couples. Sessions focus on rebuilding emotional connections and developing healthy interaction patterns.
Gender Identity Support
Specialized services include individual therapy and support groups for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals. Our WPATH-certified clinicians provide affirmation-focused care, navigating social transitions and addressing unique mental health needs with cultural competence.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized trauma therapy addresses PTSD, abuse recovery, and complex trauma using EMDR and cognitive processing techniques. Our clinicians create safe therapeutic environments for processing traumatic experiences and developing resilience strategies.
People
Carol Jolly
Clinical Social Worker
30-year Kansas-licensed therapist specializing in complex psychiatric illnesses, sexual trauma, and LGBTQ care. Former Menninger Clinic faculty member and Alzheimer's Task Force appointee with expertise in aging-related mental health.
Eva Brown
Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD since 2000. Combines medication management with EMDR therapy and spiritually-based approaches for clients aged 10-100 in Topeka.
Jonathan Farrell-Higgins
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 30+ years experience in cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness therapies. Specializes in PTSD treatment and couples counseling, formerly training psychology interns at Topeka VA Medical Center.
Margaret McCarthy
Clinical Psychologist
Yale-educated psychologist providing eclectic therapy for mood disorders and gender identity issues. Facilitates transgender adolescent support groups and conducts psychological assessments for diagnosis clarification since 1998.
Mitchell Skidmore
Licensed Social Worker
Psychoanalyst-in-training offering psychodynamic therapy for anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Uses modern psychoanalysis techniques with adults, providing both weekly sessions and intensive treatment options in Topeka.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual and group therapy, psychological testing, couples counseling, trauma recovery, gender identity support, and specialized treatment for depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
Do you accept insurance?
Most clinicians accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, and Medicaid. Check individual provider pages for specific insurance panels and verification details.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact our office manager at (785) 266-6751 or submit an online consultation request through individual clinician pages for scheduling assistance.
Are telehealth options available?
Yes, telehealth sessions are offered for clients with transportation challenges or scheduling conflicts, particularly those living outside Topeka.
What makes your practice unique?
Our collaborative approach combines 30+ years of clinical expertise with personalized care, accessible facilities, and specialized services for diverse mental health needs across the lifespan.
