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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 1,191 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.

Ricky Cooper

Ricky Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Emotions are the main driver to healing; therefore, I like to revisit integral moments or relationships from the clients life and process the associated feelings to uncover the correlation between how these feelings impact them in the present.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sunmee Joo

Sunmee Joo

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm also passionate about supporting Asian and immigrant communities in navigating cultural identity and resilience.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shonna Akinbobola

Shonna Akinbobola

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is relaxed and collaborative - I will always "meet you" where you are without judgement.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Martin

Tiffany Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is that every client leaves my office with a sense of hope and a willingness to explore past believes and biases that have held them back from finding the happiness they are searching for.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alicia Polk

Alicia Polk

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I like to work as a partner, with you having the deciding vote on how we proceed. I am non-confrontational in my approach, use trauma-sensitive approaches, and I like to focus on strengths rather than on weaknesses when possible.”
ADD/ADHD, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Bozzoli

Dr. Lisa Bozzoli

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Lisa specializes in helping people by providing hope as they are working through life's difficulties.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ken Goldberg

Ken Goldberg

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is experiential and relational, using metaphor, storytelling, and real-life experiences to help clients connect past experiences...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alyssa Ingle

Alyssa Ingle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping clients create meaningful change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sherri Criqui

Sherri Criqui

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“In our work together, you can expect a supportive, collaborative space where your experiences are heard and respected.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shana Koch

Shana Koch

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a warm, judgment-free space where you can talk openly, explore your thoughts and feelings, and build tools to handle life's challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ritika Chand-Bergfeld

Ritika Chand-Bergfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You can expect to feel heard and respected every time we meet. You can expect to be met exactly where you are.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Williams

Sarah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment where you feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Andrew Palatinus

Andrew Palatinus

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


With over 12 years of experience in mental health counseling, workplace wellness, and integrated primary care behavioral health, my life’s purpose is to help people find wholeness. I’m passionate about offering compassionate support to individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges, ensuring they feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow.

Throughout my career, I’ve worked in a variety of settings—including hospitals, outpatient programs, and corporate environments—where I’ve built meaningful relationships with clients while managing high caseloads. Whether providing short-term counseling, coaching clients through transitions, or supporting employees in enhancing their well-being, I am deeply committed to fostering an environment where individuals can address their challenges with understanding and care.

A particular area of focus for me is helping couples strengthen their relationships. I find great fulfillment in guiding them through communication issues, conflicts, and life stressors. I believe strong, healthy relationships are key to overall well-being, and I’m passionate about helping couples build lasting, supportive connections.

I also work with individuals dealing with a range of issues like depression, anxiety, family challenges, and work-related stress, always aiming to help them find balance and self-discovery. Additionally, I have contributed to wellness programs and telehealth services, equipping individuals and leaders with tools to thrive both personally and professionally.

I am dedicated to continuous growth, which is why I’ve pursued additional training in areas like Primary Care Behavioral Health and telehealth technology. This allows me to stay adaptable and ensure the care I provide remains effective and relevant.

In every aspect of my career, I strive to create a safe, open, and understanding space for people to explore their challenges and feel supported on their journey toward wholeness.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lynn Wolfe

Lynn Wolfe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clayton, MO


“I am warm, patient and non-judgmental. I started this career later in life and I firmly believe that my life experience is beneficial...”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Dr. Cowartiz Merkerson

Dr. Cowartiz Merkerson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in working with children, adolescents, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, trauma, communication struggles, and life stressors, using a collaborative and evidence-based approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Natalie Smith

Natalie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I really enjoy helping people reach their full potential and rediscover reasons to love themselves and others.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Ally

Tiffany Ally

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have always been drawn to helping people learn the skills necessary for acceptance and resilience...”
Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Stress management
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Sitwat Malik, MD

Dr. Sitwat Malik, MD

Psychiatrist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I believes in a holistic approach to patient care, addressing emotional, physical, social, and psychological aspects of my patient's well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sarah Kirby

Sarah Kirby

Therapist

Virtual • West Plains, MO


“I have over twenty years of experience working with teens and adults who are struggling with depression and anxiety and more specifically with trauma.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Lovins

Sarah Lovins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“My goal is to create a safe space where you can process painful experiences, find relief, and begin moving toward lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shontavia Mason

Shontavia Mason

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I support clients to reach their individual goals by helping identify thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that keep them in a never-ending cycle.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laronda Treadway

Laronda Treadway

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to help clients move beyond surviving their past and toward living with greater emotional well-being, authentic connection, and lasting fulfillment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lana Whitehead

Lana Whitehead

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Versailles, MO


“My approach is person centered around understanding your unique experiences and providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Steinmann

Kimberly Steinmann

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is to work as a team with my clients. I tailor each session to my clients individual needs and readiness for change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica McDaniel

Jessica McDaniel

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I offer a mature, steady presence—one that balances warmth with skill—to guide clients toward growth, resilience, and meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natalie Fleming

Natalie Fleming

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in the transformative power of creative expression... traditional talk therapy combined with art making or other creative forms of expression has been instrumental for my clients in promoting problem solving, self-discovery, storytelling,...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Maine

Laura Maine

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Are you feeling overwhelmed by life or weighed down by past experiences? Whatever you’ve been through, you don’t have to face it alone. As a licensed clinical social worker specializing in PTSD, attachment, and family systems, I’m here to help you uncover your strengths, heal from trauma, and create meaningful change.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Grace Young

Grace Young

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My aim is to offer you a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore and work toward the goals that hold significance for you.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Whitney Mathison

Dr. Whitney Mathison

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is supportive and challenging. I create a safe space for healing while encouraging meaningful growth.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Byrd

Jennifer Byrd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I particularly enjoy working with people struggling with relationship issues and impacts from having ADHD.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Catherine Verhulst

Catherine Verhulst

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in helping adults and their families as they move through cancer diagnosis, treatment, and after treatment.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Kendrick

Catherine Kendrick

Therapist

Virtual • St. Peters, MO


“Trained in EMDR, this is an effective evidence based modality for those that are "stuck" or have experienced past trauma.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan Matthews

Susan Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is person centered and strengths based. I believe that every person has the ability to heal and grow...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Hunt

Dr. Sandra Hunt

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“I value building a strong therapeutic connection—without confusing jargon—so that you feel understood, respected, and supported from the start.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brit Sweet

Brit Sweet

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore life's challenges, connect with your strengths, and work toward meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Dearborn

Kelly Dearborn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe all people have a resilience we can access through talk therapy when faced with life's great emotional challenges.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Beaston

Jessica Beaston

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help people break the cycle of daily stress by encouraging them to try new things, step outside of their comfort zones...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Theresa Benskin

Theresa Benskin

Therapist

Virtual • Chillicothe, MO


“I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, by helping people to learn how to identify problematic thought patterns, then develop more positive patterns to improve their daily lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Barbara Muehlbauer

Barbara Muehlbauer

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Charles, MO


“I believe you deserve a space that is welcoming and free of judgment. My goal as your therapist is to help you feel empowered.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marisa Chovan

Marisa Chovan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I take a directive approach in counseling, guiding my clients through the process to make it easier for them.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Independence, MO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Independence, MO
There are over 58 therapists in Independence, MO accepting new patients.
58+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 91%Depression
  • 86%Trauma
  • 84%Stress management
  • 83%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 81%Cigna
  • 74%Ascension
  • 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 5%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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  • 81%Woman
  • 17%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 34%Couples therapy
  • 29%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 28%Family therapy

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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 an Anxiety Therapist in Independence, MO

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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.