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Grief counselors and therapists in Independence, MO

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Independence, MO

Loss and bereavement affect everyone differently. Headway's Independence network of 888 providers specializes in grief counseling, meaning-making, and processing anticipatory grief. Many clients pay as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage and free initial consultations.

Fiordaliza Sandoval

Fiordaliza Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Independence, MO


“I will honor your uniqueness and help you identify what is important to you, your needs and your strengths.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kenya Hicks

Kenya Hicks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.2 mi away • Raytown, MO


“I take a collaborative, down-to-earth approach to therapy, meeting you where you are without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jamie Jarrett

Jamie Jarrett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Blue Springs, MO


“I help clients reconnect with their mind and body, build a sense of internal safety, and use their strengths to support meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chanta Tinney

Chanta Tinney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Lee's Summit, MO


“Chanta uses a person-centered, holistic approach to therapy considering the whole person; spirit, mind and body.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Erin Laney

Erin Laney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Blue Springs, MO


“I'm a goofy, upbeat free spirit—think laid-back vibes with a big heart. I'm all about keeping it real, sparking joy, and meeting you wherever you're at with a smile!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tim Collins

Tim Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Blue Springs, MO


“I like to create a warm environment where clients feel safe to share about their past and current struggles.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robin Larson-Molzen

Robin Larson-Molzen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Blue Springs, MO


“I'm versed in a large number of modalities, but I do like Cognitive-Behavioral, Short term, solution focused therapy, EMDR for trauma recovery, and Client Centered approaches.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janelle DeBlock

Janelle DeBlock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Blue Springs, MO


“I view therapy as a collaboration between client and therapist. I offer a warm and inviting session atmosphere...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Heather Wilson

Heather Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Blue Springs, MO


Taking New Clients June 8th!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Horizon Within Counseling. I work with children, teens, adult, couples and families, helping navigate anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I offer a warm, collaborative and solution-focused approach , using evidence-based practices including EMDR to help clients feel empowered, build resilience, and move forward with greater purpose and balance.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ryan Speed

Ryan Speed

Therapist

In-person • 10 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“My approach is relational and psychodynamic, which means we pay attention not only to what you are experiencing now, but also to the patterns, relationships, and experiences that have shaped how you understand yourself and others.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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Brenton Guice

Brenton Guice

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“My approach to therapy is relational at the core. I don't believe therapy has to feel overly clinical or formal; we'll talk casually while still doing meaningful work together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danielle Fulks

Danielle Fulks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Kansas City, MO


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a degree from Pfeiffer University. I have always been drawn to helping others and consider it a privilege to walk alongside individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. My therapeutic approach is rooted in curiosity, compassion, and collaboration. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. I am deeply committed to helping them grow, heal, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Schollars

Jennifer Schollars

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“My approach to therapy involves drawing upon Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Practices, Existential Therapy, Psychodynamic theory, and EMDR.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jake Maggard

Jake Maggard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“My non-judgmental and affirming approach empowers clients to better understand and overcome pain encountered with regard to identity, trauma, or other relational conflicts.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amy "AJ" Jones

Amy "AJ" Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“I love working with folks who have lived a life of being misunderstood and feeling "alien" so they can finally experience acceptance and confident authenticity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittany Holland

Brittany Holland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Liberty, MO


Brittany is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master of social work degree from Walden University. With over seven years of experience in the field of social work, she brings a wide-ranging background that includes working with the Children’s Division, in hospital settings, with geriatrics, and school-based social work. This diverse experience has given her a deep understanding of individuals across the lifespan and the unique challenges they face. Helping others through therapy is more than just a career, it’s a calling. Brittany believes deeply in the power of trauma-informed care and support, and the healing that comes from having a safe, judgment-free space to process and grow. She also believes in the importance of identifying the root cause of symptoms, rather than just managing surface-level issues.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stella Fernandez

Dr. Stella Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Lexington, MO


“I create an environment that is caring, safe, sometimes humorous and definitely reality and research-based and very uplifting.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dayanand Shepherd

Dayanand Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“I'm a pragmatic therapist who offers a blend of straightforward, solution-focused strategies and skills that foster deeper insight and self-awareness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kailey Campbell

Kailey Campbell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Liberty, MO


Welcome!

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and have been practicing 5 years. I’m a compassionate and down-to-earth therapist who values authenticity and connection. I treat client's age 5 and up with a variety of mental health disorders.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Grenier

Jennifer Grenier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Liberty, MO


“I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Solution focused therapy to help client reach their therapeutic goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessi Johnson

Jessi Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Blue Springs, MO


“I challenge clients to improve self-awareness and self-esteem, develop healthy communication skills, and set appropriate boundaries to protect their peace and well-being in a supportive but direct environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tess Rolston

Tess Rolston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“I use a mix of mindfulness, DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and creative approaches to support healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jose Lopez

Jose Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Kansas City, MO


My philosophy as a social worker and therapist is simple: we are not defined by our diagnoses. Over the past eight years, I have worked across various settings with teenagers, families, and individuals facing diverse challenges, from substance abuse and relationship struggles to developmental disabilities. I am deeply passionate about meeting people where they are at, using a human-centered approach that prioritizes your needs above all else.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Marin

Lisa Marin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me because I'm easy to talk to, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Bichara

Rachel Bichara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“I believe that the relationship between the therapist and client is everything, so I work hard to build and maintain that as we go along.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tyler Smiley

Tyler Smiley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“I see therapy as a collaborative process where we work together as a team to help you reach your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cassie Dennis

Cassie Dennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Liberty, MO


“My approach blends talk therapy and art-making to support insight, emotional regulation, and personal growth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Marni Scott

Marni Scott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Liberty, MO


“My approach is direct, practical, and grounded in compassion. I believe therapy should be both supportive and productive—helping you gain insight while also building tools you can use in your daily life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Adams

Katherine Adams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Liberty, MO


“I use a strength's- based, solution focused approach that is practical, personalized, and applicable to everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kelly Goetzler

Kelly Goetzler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Kansas City, MO


Welcome! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with individuals 13+ and couples of all shapes, sizes, statuses, and kinks! Healing does not happen in isolation, and I would be honored to hold space for healing community with you! I am a certified ADHD service provider who particularly enjoys working with 2SLGBTQIA+, religious trauma, identity issues, and those who feel at their wits end!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Elizabeth Coleman

Elizabeth Coleman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Lee's Summit, MO


“I believe that every part of you deserves to be heard and valued, and I work to create a safe, supportive environment where growth and healing feel possible.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Erin Herner

Erin Herner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Grandview, MO


“I believe that people are made to function best on joy, the sense that someone is glad to be with you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Schaaf

Paula Schaaf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Kansas City, MO


I’m a warm, down‐to‐earth therapist who believes healing happens in relationship. I’m collaborative and nonjudgmental, and I tailor therapy to you using evidence‐based approaches. I value inclusivity, cultural humility, and LGBTQ+‐affirming care. We’ll move at your pace, set clear goals, and check in often so therapy feels useful and safe.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Liddell

Jessica Liddell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Lee's Summit, MO


“I strive to make a safe, compassionate environment, where clients can feel understood and comfortable exploring their concers.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Morris

Stephanie Morris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Kansas City, MO


“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. Together, we focus on reducing overwhelm, building coping strategies, and helping you feel more grounded and supported in daily life.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Twila Cowden

Twila Cowden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Lee's Summit, MO


“I blend evidence-based approaches with play, creativity, and practical strategies that meet your child where they are.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara McGinnis

Sara McGinnis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Parkville, MO


I absolutely love being a therapist; I’m a helper by nature. I enjoy working with all ages for individual therapy.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Chase

Ashley Chase

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lee's Summit, MO


“I have been a social worker for over 10 years and have worked in health care in some aspect for over 20 years now.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Michael Vaughn

Michael Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Belton, MO


“I am passionate about helping individuals and families by providing a holistic counseling approach of instruction, guidance, and insight so they can achieve meaning and purpose in their lives through personal development and emotional growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Robert Cox

Robert Cox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Richmond, MO


“My approach to therapy might be seen as eclectic because I consider every method simply a tool in the toolbox.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists located within 20 miles of Independence, MO who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Independence, MO
There are over 44 therapists in Independence, MO accepting new patients.
44+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 91%Trauma
  • 91%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 82%Cigna
  • 75%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • 73%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 70%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 7%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 52%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 27%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 27%Family therapy

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