Sonni Elliott MD
Board Certified Adult Psychiatrist
As child of Kansas City, Kansas, I always wanted to learn what makes the world go around. Along the way, my love of science led me to medicine. My interest in the human story led me to Psychiatry. Parental support, mentorship, drive and dedication to my community propelled me forward. With the strong foundation garnered at Xavier University of Louisiana, I graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine with honors in Psychiatry and Neurology. While in psychiatry residency, I specialized in women’s mental health and perinatal care at the University of Illinois at Chicago Hospital prior to returning home to Kansas City in 2010. Over 6 years, I provided care in a number of inpatient and outpatient settings before moving outside of the metro for the next 4 years. In that time I’ve become a wife and a mother and the complexities of womanhood are even more apparent. Now in my return to Kansas City, I am eager to provide my own brand of thoughtful medical care that nurtures strong, resilient women along their path of healing. I am currently licensed to practice in Kansas, Missouri and Michigan. I hope to talk with you soon!
Kathryn Starr-Hake
Medical Assistant
Kathryn joined Mindful Steps in December 2020 as medical assistant. She previously worked with Dr. Elliott for 3 years in outpatient psychiatry and picked up right where they left off. Kathryn’s career has spanned years in roles helping people in the telecommunications industry, public affairs, human resources, recruiting and a decade plus of being a Medical Assistant in fields such as Primary Care, Urology, OB/GYN as well as Psychiatry.
“I enjoy helping people achieve their best possible selves in an ever changing world. I like going to the gym on a regular basis, spending time with family including three grandchildren. I find sitting on a beach with a good book or playing a cornhole game with friends to be fun and relaxing.”
What People Are Saying
“Dr. Elliott helped me to face my fears, to experience new things even with my anxiety.”
— Susan F.
“Dr. Elliott listens to every concern, she treats you like a person, instead of just a medical problem.”
— Leslie P.
“Finally, A doctor that has listened. She helped me with my depression with a regimen that works for me and my needs.”
— Collette C.
“I can now recognize strengths to create a vision for myself. I’m in a happier place.”
— LeAnn C.