Professional Counseling in Wichita
for Real Life Challenges

Safe, Trauma-Informed Care that Helps you Understand Patterns, Manage Emotions,
and Strengthen Relationships.

How We Work Together

At Wichita Counseling & Hypnotherapy, we help people make sense of the struggles that bring them to therapy, whether that’s pain from past experiences, ongoing stress, difficult relationships, or feeling stuck in old patterns.

We focus on you as a whole person, paying attention to what matters in your life now and how your experiences have shaped you. Your values, your story, and your goals guide the work we do together.

If it feels right for you, we may also use guided relaxation and imagery work as part of our time together. These tools are optional and always based on your comfort and goals.

Why People Seek Therapy

People come to counseling for many different reasons — to feel less overwhelmed, understand themselves better, improve relationships, cope with loss, navigate life transitions, or find calmer ways to handle emotional challenges.

You don’t need a label to benefit from therapy — you just need your own experience and the desire for something to be different.

What a Session is Like

In your first session, we’ll talk about what’s bringing you in, what you’ve tried before, and what you hope will be different. Sessions generally involve conversation that helps you notice thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and relationship patterns.

Some people also choose to use relaxation or imagery work during sessions — these are tools that can help deepen reflection and emotional awareness when useful and wanted.

Every part of the process is shaped by your needs and your pace.

A Message from Drew

Founder Drew Amend, LSCSW, CHT

Hi I’m Drew. If you’re here, you’re likely thinking deeply about your next steps in life, relationships, or emotional well-being. That in itself takes courage.

I believe therapy is a space where your experiences, past and present all matter. It’s a place to explore patterns that no longer serve you, understand what’s been hard, and begin unfolding new ways of relating to yourself and others.

My approach is grounded in thoughtful conversation, careful listening, and respect for your pace and your story. We’ll work together to understand what’s happening for you, notice the emotional and relational patterns that show up again and again, and build ways of responding that feel more effective and more true to who you are.

Some people find it helpful to use guided relaxation or imagery during sessions, these tools can support deeper awareness and calm, and everything we do is chosen together with your comfort and goals in mind.

If you want a thoughtful, respectful space to explore what’s been weighing on you, not just cope with it, you’re welcome here.

Our Services Include
Traditional Talk-Therapy and Optional

We offer supportive counseling for emotional and relational concerns. Most of the work is rooted in collaborative, talk-based therapy tailored to your goals and experience.

Some clients choose to include guided relaxation and focused awareness techniques (sometimes referred to as hypnosis) as supportive tools. These are used only when comfortable and appropriate, and are always integrated into the therapeutic process — not separate from it. These methods are about focused attention and support for self-reflection, not loss of control or automatic change.

Traditional Talk Therapy: Evidence-informed approaches such as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed therapy are used to support emotional regulation, coping skills, and insight development.
Hypnosis is never required: It is simply an additional tool that may be used if it is clinically appropriate and aligned with your preferences.
Optional Hypnotherapy: When used, hypnosis functions as an adjunctive experiential tool to support therapeutic work, not as a standalone or required intervention.
Learn more about hypnotherapy ➝

Our Office at 10100 W. Maple St, Suite 101, Wichita, KS 67209

Areas of Focus and Support

At Wichita Counseling and Hypnotherapy, we understand that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Below are some of the areas where we offer support. Whether you're seeking traditional therapy or exploring hypnotherapy, we're here to help you on your path to healing and growth.

Emotional Well-Being

Support for managing emotional distress and improving regulation, including:

Anxiety and chronic worry
Depressive symptoms
Trauma-related stress responses
Panic symptoms
Grief and loss
Emotional overwhelm

Self-Concept and Personal Growth

Support for strengthening self-understanding, confidence, and resilience, including:

Low self-esteem or negative self-image
Social anxiety and confidence challenges
Procrastination and avoidance patterns
Fear of failure or perfectionism
Identity exploration and self-worth concerns
Limiting beliefs that interfere with functioning

Mood and Adjustment Difficulties

Support for coping with mood instability and life transitions, including:

Emotional reactivity or irritability
Difficulty adjusting to change or stressors
Mood fluctuations requiring coping support
Challenges related to motivation or energy
Life transitions (divorce, career changes, loss, relocation)

Behavioral and Coping Patterns

Support for addressing patterns that interfere with daily life, including:

Impulsivity or difficulty with self-control
Anger and frustration management
Obsessive or compulsive tendencies
Difficulty managing stress-driven behaviors
Interpersonal patterns that create conflict or distress

Relationships and Attachment

Support for improving relational functioning and recovering from relational harm, including:

Relationship conflict and communication difficulties
Trust and boundary challenges
Codependent patterns
Recovery from emotionally harmful or abusive relationships
Attachment-related insecurity
Divorce and separation adjustment

Mind–Body and Stress-Related

Support for stress-related symptoms as an adjunct to appropriate medical care, including:

Chronic stress and tension
Sleep difficulties and insomnia
Stress-related pain or somatic complaints
Psychophysiological symptoms influenced by stress

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Final Thoughts

I’ve dedicated my work to helping individuals make sense of longstanding emotional patterns and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Whether you are navigating anxiety, recovering from difficult life experiences, or working through relational challenges, therapy can offer a structured and supportive environment for exploration and change.

My approach emphasizes understanding, collaboration, and respect for each person’s pace and readiness. This work is not about quick fixes or promises, but about engaging thoughtfully in a process that supports insight, regulation, and skill development over time.

Together, we’ll focus on understanding what may be contributing to your current difficulties and identifying practical, evidence-informed ways to move forward. Support is available, and you don’t have to approach this work alone.