Compassionate trauma support for all ages in Kansas.
Who I Work With
I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing a range of emotional and life challenges, including:
• Stress and overwhelm
• Anxiety and persistent worry
• Trauma and difficult life experiences
• Depression and emotional numbness
• Burnout and compassion fatigue
• Life transitions and adjustment challenges
• Parenting-related stress
I also welcome first responders and public safety professionals seeking support for the unique challenges that come with serving others. Whether you're coping with the effects of chronic stress, critical incidents, or the emotional demands of your profession, therapy can provide a confidential space to process those experiences.
My practice offers a warm, trauma-informed environment where clients can develop practical coping skills, build resilience, and move toward meaningful healing.
In addition, I provide counseling for first responders and public safety professionals who are navigating the emotional toll of high-stress, high-responsibility work environments, addressing issues like burnout, chronic stress, and exposure to traumatic experiences.
Approach
A trauma-informed, supportive approach to healing
My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach that emphasizes safety, collaboration, and emotional understanding for both adults and children. Therapy is not about 'fixing' you — it’s about creating space to understand your experiences, build coping tools, and move toward greater stability and clarity at your own pace. Whether through in-person sessions or telehealth, I integrate evidence-based techniques with a focus on real-life application, helping clients navigate stress, trauma, and emotional overwhelm in a practical and supportive way, especially for first responders who may face unique challenges.
About Me
Compassionate therapy for trauma & mental health in Kansas
Services
Areas of Focus
Areas of Focus
Shield & Compass Counseling provides trauma-informed counseling for children, teens, adults, and first responders across Kansas. Services are designed to support anxiety, trauma, stress, depression, burnout, and life transitions.
Dedicated to supporting community mental health literacy, informed by frameworks like the Be There Certificate (Jack.org & Born This Way Foundation) for accessible peer support.
Areas of Focus
Areas of Focus
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and difficult experiences
- Depression and mood concerns
- Burnout and compassion fatigue
- Life transitions
- Parenting stress
- First Responder Support: Specialized counseling for public safety professionals experiencing occupational stress, burnout, critical incident exposure, and emotional strain related to high-responsibility work environments.
What Sessions Look Like
What Sessions Look Like
What Sessions Look Like
Therapy is a space where we focus on what matters most to you, whether you are an adult or a child. Together, we work towards understanding your experiences, strengthening coping strategies, and building tools that support emotional stability and daily functioning. This process is paced according to your needs and comfort level.
Getting Started
What Sessions Look Like
What Sessions Look Like
At this time, I am accepting new clients, including adults and children, through a waitlist for my counseling services. If you are interested in beginning counseling services, you are welcome to reach out to schedule an appointment.
Pricing
Payment Options
Payment Options
Payment Options
Shield & Compass Counseling currently offers self-pay counseling services for adults, children, and first responders. We are also working on insurance credentialing, and this page will be updated as insurance plans for counseling become available.
Session Fees
Payment Options
Payment Options
Initial 30-minute intake session: Free for both adults and children. Individual therapy for adults and children (50–60 minutes): $120 per session. We also offer sliding-scale appointments, which may be discussed during the intake process.
Payment
Payment Options
Insurance
Payment is due at the time of each session for both adults and children. All payments for counseling services are processed securely through the client portal. Before their first appointment, clients will receive instructions for setting up their payment method, ensuring a smooth experience for first responders and others seeking support.
Insurance
Good Faith Estimate
Insurance
At this time, the practice is completing the credentialing process and does not yet accept insurance for counseling services, which are available for both adults and children, including first responders.
Upon request, clients will receive a superbill that can be submitted to their insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Please note that reimbursement is not guaranteed and varies based on your individual insurance plan.
Good Faith Estimate
Good Faith Estimate
Good Faith Estimate
Clients, including adults and children, who are paying out of pocket will receive a Good Faith Estimate in accordance with the No Surprises Act prior to the start of counseling services, whether in-person or via telehealth, especially for first-responder needs.
Schedule Your Session
Appointments for adults and children are currently available by appointment during the following hours:
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Evening and weekend appointments, including options for first responders, may be available based on scheduling needs.
As the practice grows, we expect appointment availability to expand.
If you are interested in beginning counseling services, you are welcome to reach out to request an appointment. I currently have availability for new clients and offer sessions throughout Kansas.
After you reach out:
- You will receive a response confirming your inquiry has been received
- We will briefly connect to determine whether we are a good fit to work together
Please note that appointment availability can vary, and response times are typically within a 24-48 hours.
Important Information
Clinical Status & Supervision
Shield & Compass Counseling currently offers self-pay counseling services for adults, children, and first responders. We are also working on insurance credentialing, and this page will be updated as insurance plans for telehealth counseling become available.
Tabatha Wikle, LMSW, is licensed to practice social work in Kansas. Clinical services are provided under the supervision of Erin Phillips, LCSW, as required for LMSW clinical practice.
Scope of Practice
Initial 30-minute intake session: Free for both adults and children. Individual therapy for adults and children (50–60 minutes): $120 per session. We also offer sliding-scale appointments, which may be discussed during the intake process.
Services
Payment is due at the time of each session for both adults and children. All payments for counseling services are processed securely through the client portal. Before their first appointment, clients will receive instructions for setting up their payment method, ensuring a smooth experience for first responders and others seeking support. Receipts (superbills) can be provided upon request for clients pursuing possible out-of-network reimbursement from their insurance provider.
Client Responsibility & Emergency Care
At this time, the practice is completing the credentialing process and does not yet accept insurance for counseling services, which are available for both adults and children, including first-responders.
Upon request, clients will receive a superbill that can be submitted to their insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Please note that reimbursement is not guaranteed and varies based on your individual insurance plan.
Professional Relationship
Clients, including adults and children, who are paying out of pocket will receive a Good Faith Estimate in accordance with the No Surprises Act prior to the start of counseling services, whether in-person or via telehealth, especially for first-responder needs.
Let's Connect
shieldcompasscounseling.com
Topeka, KS, USA
shieldcompasscounseling@gmail.com https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1785031 785/517-4467
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