About
Dejaneara-Jeannette (Dj) Carter is a licensed social worker with nearly a decade of experience serving children, youth, and families across school systems, non-profit organizations, and the child welfare and foster care system in both Kansas and Missouri. She specializes in supporting individuals and families through challenges with identity, transitions, and/or unique grief and loss, depression, PTSD, familial challenges, and complex trauma. Dj's approach is culturally responsive and trauma-informed, and she utilizes a range of modalities, including Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Family Systems Theory, and expressive interventions like play and art therapy. She is committed to walking alongside her clients with compassion, authenticity, and an unwavering belief in their ability to grow and thrive. Dj's practice is located in Independence, MO, and she offers in-person and virtual sessions on Tuesday through Saturday.
Insurance & payment
Dj accepts Aetna, Cigna, Evernorth, Medicaid, and UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Medicaid
- UnitedHealthcare
Listed fee: $100 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Individual Therapy
Dj provides individual therapy sessions for children, teens, and adults.
Family Therapy
Dj offers family therapy sessions to support individuals and families through challenges and transitions.
Therapeutic Supervised Visits
Dj provides therapeutic supervised visits for families and caregivers.