Chris Grisafe-Pont


Chris believes therapy works best as a team effort—with clear goals, parent collaboration, and tools kids can practice between sessions. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Process Therapy, and play-based approaches, he tailors each plan to the client’s age, strengths, and attention needs. He’s especially experienced with anxiety, depression/mood concerns, trauma, and ADHD/executive-function challenges (organization, impulse control, task initiation). He also supports families through assessment/psychological testing, translating results into practical school and home strategies.

A first-generation college graduate, Chris earned his Bachelor’s degree from Rockhurst University and completed his graduate training at Washburn University, where he shaped a style that is compassionate, collaborative, and adaptable. Sessions balance skill-building with genuine relationship—so clients feel understood while they learn to cope, communicate, and achieve their goals. 

Who Chris works with

  • Children & preteens (play-informed, skills-focused)
  • Teens & young adults (mood, anxiety, identity, life transitions)
  • Parents & caregivers (coaching on routines, behavior plans, school supports)

Specialties

  • Individual therapy for anxiety and depression
  • Executive-function skills & ADHD supports
  • Play therapy elements for younger children
  • Self-esteem / self-stigma and life-skills coaching
  • Groups (skills and support)
  • Assessments: guidance through testing and results

THIS THERAPIST IS IN NETWORK WITH THE FOLLOWING INSURANCE COMPANIES:

  • Aetna (Not “Optum Behavior Health” or Medicare)
  • Kansas Medicaid KANCARE Plans: UHC, Sunflower (Not Ambetter)

As a general rule, we do not accept secondary insurance.