Find a therapist in Independence, MO — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Independence, MO accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Independence, Missouri across neighborhoods like Downtown, Truman, and Walnut Grove. Headway connects you with 1,345 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management through virtual or in-person sessions. Most clients save 75% on sessions with insurance, with many paying $0 per session.
I want to make sure I'm a good fit for what my client is looking for and that we're going to be able to work well together. I prioritize comfort in a first session.
As an LPC and Board Certified Art Therapist, I practice with a trauma informed, strengths based perspective while including modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy. The inclusion of art into our sessions allows for a deeper understanding of skills and self.
I understand that finding the right psychiatric provider can feel overwhelming, and I believe you shouldn’t have to navigate your mental health journey alone. I provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive and judgment-free environment. I take the time to listen to your concerns, understand your unique experiences, and work collaboratively with you to create a treatment plan that aligns with your individual needs and goals.
Hi, I'm Dr. Haley Fox (she/her/hers), an integrally-informed artist/psychotherapist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology, board-certifications in art therapy (ATR-BCCS) and music therapy (MT-BC), and certification as a psychedelic-assisted therapy provider.
My name is Teerah, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma work with adolescents, teens, and young adults. I have worked with clients of all ages and believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can finally stop filtering yourself. I’m very down to earth, easy to talk to, and genuinely believe nothing is “too much” to bring into session. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship stress, or just feeling emotionally stuck, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and a little less alone in it all.
I believe you've been gathering crucial information throughout your life that's needed to feel peace from painful past experiences and to create a fulfilling present life. The ability to access and apply that information is where I can help. Searching for the right therapist can be hard, but the search itself says that you're using your knowledge to take charge of finding the support you need. That's empowerment. Searching also means you believe in the possibility of making changes in your life. I call that hope. Empowerment and hope are all you need to start finding a new way of being.
I have over 20 years of counseling experience. I enjoy meeting people where they are to assist with life's ups and downs. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and couples.
Hi! I'm Melissa and excited to work with you! I love working with women who are in mid life and navigating all that comes our way. From Perimenopause/menopause, chronic health concerns, and relationships, I'm hear to support you.
Hello! My name is Marcela Flynn, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri with experience supporting children, families, and adults across a variety of clinical and educational settings. I graduated from the University of Missouri–Columbia. My professional background includes working with individuals experiencing chronic and persistent mental health challenges, providing crisis intervention services, and supporting clients in psychiatric hospital settings, I have also worked closely with children and families navigating emotional, behavioral, social, and life challenges, helping them build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and access meaningful support systems.
I have been practicing for 17 years, primarily seeing adults and senior citizens. I operate from a person-centered, emotionally-focused basis. You are the expert on your life, and my goal is to help you with that. I utilize experiential and psychodramatic techniques.. These methods allow for role plays and visualizations. Such techniques increase your ability to get more deeply in touch with your issues and see situations clearly. When you reenact what happens at home, in the safety of the therapy office, solutions become clear and your voice becomes strong.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Independence, MO
- 100%Anxiety
- 90%Depression
- 87%Trauma
- 85%Stress management
- 79%Family issues
- 100%Aetna
- 84%Cigna
- 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 71%Ascension
- 69%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
- 99%English
- 4%Spanish
- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only
- 76%Woman
- 22%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 51%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Licensed Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 26%Family therapy
- 25%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Independence
Searching for therapists in Independence starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or a major life transition. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match what you want to focus on. A therapist’s profile can also show whether they use approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.
In a smaller city like Independence, the number of nearby in-person options may be more limited than in a large metro area. Virtual therapy can expand your choices while still connecting you with a licensed Missouri therapist. As you narrow your search, consider appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you understand how each therapist structures sessions, communicates, and works with concerns like independence counseling, couples counseling, or marriage counseling in Independence, MO.
Therapy in Independence can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket expense before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, confirm your insurance details, and see an estimated cost upfront. You can browse therapist profiles, compare virtual and in-person availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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