My name is Dani. My pronouns are ey/em/eir (or they/them). I’m a social worker, and a therapist.
At Hopepunk Therapy I work primarily with clients handling change, or feeling disconnected from people in their lives. Feelings of uncertainty and loneliness can show up as anxiety, depression, or grief, among other things, and deeply affect our happiness.
Change, whether in relationships, situations, or ourselves, can be difficult to accept and move through. These transitions can come about through circumstance, tragedy, or self discovery, but however they show up, they can feel overwhelming.
Finding connection and comfort in our communities, our families (chosen or otherwise), or alone, is a challenge many of us struggle with. Belonging is a critical human need, its lack can be devastating.
I come alongside clients with compassion, insight, and tools, and together we work to understand and face these challenges.
In addition, as a queer therapist, I bring a queer lens to challenges at the unique intersections that are part of LGBTQ+ identities. I specialize in issues of identity, gender, and sexuality. As a service to the community, I write letters for gender affirming care, for free.
Regardless of who you are or why you are looking for help, with me, you’ll find a person who believes in your ability to be happy, and who will work with you to figure out how to get there. I’m affirming and welcoming of anyone who is reaching out for help. I hold my clients gently, and also fiercely.
I work with adults and young adults, and with teens or their parents.
I am private pay ($100/session, a hardship fee level is available), and I see clients in person at my office in downtown Overland Park, KS, or via telehealth, but only if the client is in Kansas at the time of the telehealth appointment.
There’s more to explore on the site:
- About me, fees, policies, who I work with, my therapy style, and more
- How to start the process of working together
If you think I can help you, I’d love to be part of your team.
Dani Novo, LMSW
(ey or they)