Garden City Outpatient Therapists

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Fernando Rodriguez is a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Fernando is very familiar with Garden City as this is his hometown. He received his Master’s Degree in 2010 from Friend’s University in Wichita, Kansas and has worked for Compass Behavioral Health for many years. Fernando is a vital component of the Batterer’s Intervention Program for Compass Behavioral Health. His areas of specialties are Individual & Family Therapy, Marital Therapy and working with Adolescents. While Fernando is not at work, he enjoys soccer and spending time with his family. 

Carol is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker and earned her Master’s in social work from the University of Kansas. Carol specializes in working with children, families, and older adults. Carol has many years of Clinical experience and often assists other licensed professionals who are seeking supervision for a clinical license or students who are pursuing a graduate degree. While not at work, Carol enjoys spending time with family. 

Rebecca is licensed as a Masters Level Social Worker and has been practicing as a therapist for a few years. She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Social Work—both from Wichita State University. Rebecca is very familiar with Southwest Kansas as this is her home turf—she was born and raised in the Ingalls and Garden City area and moved back in 2012. She started at Compass in 2015. Rebecca is the supervisor of the Children’s Case Management Department. Rebecca has been able to grow professionally by taking on other specialties including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) training. Her strength is in providing services to children and families as this is her passion. She enjoys the work she does as every day is different from the last just as every client and family is different from the last. When she is “off duty” as a therapist, she loves to spend time with her family watching movies or playing board games 

Megan is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Master Addiction Counselor. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Fort Hays State University and her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Newman University. She began her career at Compass in 2011 as therapist. During this time, Megan did therapy, crisis services, competency to stand trial, integrated mental health services in Syracuse, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and addictions work. Megan is currently the crisis therapist for the Garden City Office. During her time away from the office, Megan enjoys spending time with her husband, child, reading, sports and traveling. 

Tabatha is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wichita State University. Tabatha was born and raised in Finney County. She enjoys working with children and teens and is looking forward to expanding her work with adults. Some areas of interest include: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Conduct issues, Trauma-based Disorders and working with those in the foster care system. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, especially her nieces and nephews, watching many TV shows and movies, playing board games and shopping. She is passionate and dedicated to creating a supportive, safe, and inclusive environment and providing quality care to all that cross her path. 

Christie is a Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Addition Counselor. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Fort Hays State University and her Master’s Degree in Social Work from The University of Kansas. Christie was born in Texas but has lived in southwest Kansas most of her life. She enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults. Christie began working with children and families in 2005 and has been working as a drug/alcohol counselor since 2014. Christie enjoys working with individuals and children and has been trained in TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention), Gender and Sexual Diversity, Affirmative Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s), and Drug & Alcohol treatment. Christie has two children and three grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading, going to as many concerts as possible and watching the KC Chiefs. 

Katie is a Licensed Master’s Level Social Worker (LMSW). She completed her Bachelor’s in social work in 2021 and her Master’s degree in social work in 2022 through Fort Hays State University.  Katie joined Compass in 2016 starting as a Crisis service provider at Haven House working with children then moving to CSS as a Care Coordinator in the One Care program working with adults. Katie enjoys working with children and adolescents and provides therapy in schools. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her children and family, traveling, and doing crafts. 

Katie is a Licensed Master’s Social Worker. She received her Bachelor’s in Social Work from Kansas State University and her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Kansas. Katie is new to the Garden City area as she was born and raised in the Johnson County area and recently just moved here. She has experience working with individuals and families of individuals who have Alzheimer’s and dementia and has led a support group for those with early-stage dementia or Alzheimer’s. Katie is very excited to foster a connection with this community and be able to provide a safe environment to anyone who walks through her door. Outside of work she enjoys cooking, meeting new people, discovering new places and being with family and friends. 

Yvette is a Licensed Master’s Level Social Worker (LMSW). Yvette has been working for Compass for 10 years. Yvette started working with adults and children as a Crisis Service Provider at Haven House. She completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Fort Hays State University in 2020.  She went on to complete her master’s degree in social work from the University of Kansas in 2022. Yvette is now the program manager at Haven House and works as a part-time therapist. Her biggest passion is suicide prevention, and she has a strong conviction that everyone deserves happiness. Yvette practices brief-solution-focused therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Yvette is a proud first-generation college graduate, who grew up and remains close to the industrial agricultural migrant community. When Yvette is not working, she enjoys being lakeside or playing video games with her husband, and two daughters. 

Claudia is a Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated from Fort Hays State University with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2018. She was born and raised in Mexico City; she came to Kansas to obtain her graduate degree in 2012. Claudia received her Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine in 2006 from Autonomous Metropolitan University in Mexico City. Claudia completed her master’s level internship here at Compass Behavioral Health and is now part of the full-time Clinical team. Claudia is currently working on her Clinical Professional Counselor License. Prior working at Compass she worked for five years as a therapist providing acute care in the Behavioral Health Unit at St. Catherine Hospital. Claudia believes using unconditional positive regard helps you develop a plan and discover new ways to learn, grow, and improve your life. Claudia uses a combination of techniques and approaches that includes Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Existential therapy. Some populations of interest include Spanish speaking population, Adults and Adolescents. Her interest includes Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, Trauma-based Disorders, and Grief. When not working, Claudia enjoys time with her loved ones, reading, and traveling. 

I am a SW Kansas girl growing up in the area.  I received BS in University of New Mexico (UNM) and MA in Fort Hays State University (FHSU).  I achieved licensure in 2011.  I have worked in the family preservation field with families and children who have had to navigate challenging times.  Currently,  I enjoy working with individuals, couples, first responders, veterans, young and older adults, other’s that are seeking rapid  recovery from Trauma and other mental health problems.   I honed valuable skills with CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) AFCBT (Alternative Family CBT) and TFCBT training (Trauma Focused CBT-certified), as well as SFBT (Solution Focused Behavioral Therapy).   I became licensed in 2020 as a LMAC to expand my professional abilities.

To further specialization  with trauma informed modalities since I have been with Compass Behavioral Health,  I trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and in May 2024, trained in ART Advanced and Enhanced Training.  I am also a current member is Is-ART (International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy).  I am committed to education and evidence-based approaches to assist individuals in their healing journey, well-being, and to treat and respect each person with positive regard

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy reading, watching movies, exploring the outdoors, dining out, and spending quality time with family and friends. I love to travel both locally and internationally, with a particular fondness for the culture, art, and lifestyle of New Mexico, Canada, and New Zealand.

Juan is a bilingual (Spanish and English) Licensed Master Social Worker. Juan has lived in Garden City most of his life and is familiar with the community. Juan received his Master’s Degree from Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas. Juan has worked for Compass Behavioral Health for six years in different roles. Juan specializes in areas such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Depression, Family and Couples Therapy, Domestic Violence Issues, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, and working with First Responders. Juan works with adults, teens, and children. While not at work, Juan enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with his wife and children.