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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Kansas City, MO

Kansas City residents with UnitedHealthcare can access flexible mental health support through Headway, connecting with 350 providers across the region. Free intake consultations are available, with sessions starting around $30 after insurance. Both virtual and in-person options support talk therapy and medication management services.

Elizabeth Penniston

Elizabeth Penniston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away

851 Northwest 45th Street, Kansas City, MO

My name is Elizabeth Penniston, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a degree from Saint Louis University. Throughout my academic journey, I dedicated myself to gaining both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, which led me to complete my practicum and supervision at a respected Domestic Violence organization. This experience has allowed me to work closely with individuals who have faced challenging and complex situations, further enhancing my skills in trauma-informed care, advocacy, and therapeutic support.

I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective mental health care, utilizing evidence-based practices, and fostering a safe environment for my clients. My work has instilled in me a profound understanding of the unique needs of those affected by domestic violence and the importance of empowering individuals as they navigate their healing journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Lopez

Jose Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away

5748 North Broadway, 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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsey Dunlap

Lindsey Dunlap

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away

4401 Northeast Vivion Road, Kansas City, MO

“I believe in people's ability to grow and adapt to life changes when given the perspectives, tools, and environment to do so.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Bichara

Rachel Bichara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away

633 East 63rd Street, 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.”

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Fiordaliza Sandoval

Fiordaliza Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away

3622 East Noland Court, Independence, MO

“I will honor your uniqueness and help you identify what is important to you, your needs and your strengths.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Michelle Magri

Michelle Magri

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away

8320 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO

“My therapeutic method focuses on a collaborative effort to reach our shared goals. Recognizing that the path to healing may present challenges, it is through our united efforts that we can achieve milestones.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Michael Nobo

Michael Nobo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away

616 East 63rd Street, Kansas City, MO

It's great to meet you. Here's a little about me: Like my parents, I became a therapist after getting my Masters Degree from the University of Kansas. My career taught me how movement, food and sleep affect a person's mental health. This lead me to treat eating disorders. I've been practicing for a decade and I see clients in Kansas & Missouri. I work with adults who have an eating disorder. I'd like to offer you a 15-min consult where we'll continue this conversation to see if we're a good fit.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders,

Direct, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sabrina Scholz

Sabrina Scholz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away

2601 Northeast Kendallwood Parkway, Gladstone, MO

“I believe everyone should be allowed the freedom to experience relief and improve their quality of life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Dr. Stanley Archie

Dr. Stanley Archie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away

8301 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO

“With over twenty years of experience, I've developed a toolkit of support, coaching, and various counseling strategies to guide my clients on their journeys to success and fulfillment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Erin Herner

Erin Herner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away

1012 Main Street, Grandview, MO

“I believe that people are made to function best on joy, the sense that someone is glad to be with you.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Creative, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,


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Erin Laney

Erin Laney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away

1604 Northwest Mock Avenue, 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!”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Energetic, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Elizabeth Coleman

Elizabeth Coleman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away

208 Southeast 3rd Street, 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.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Tim Collins

Tim Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away

1200 Northwest South Outer Road, Blue Springs, MO

“I like to create a warm environment where clients feel safe to share about their past and current struggles.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Oscar,

Michael Vaughn

Michael Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away

124 Cunningham Parkway, 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.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Robert Cox

Robert Cox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away

109 North Thompson Avenue, Excelsior Springs, MO

“My approach to therapy might be seen as eclectic because I consider every method simply a tool in the toolbox.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Challenging, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessi Johnson

Jessi Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away

710 West Main Street, 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.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Stacy Yeager

Stacy Yeager

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I understand the pressure to stay strong, the difficulty in asking for help, and the impact the job can have on personal and family life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Jelya Fatawu

Jelya Fatawu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach includes comprehensive assessments, thoughtful diagnosis, and personalized medication management.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Tess DeProw

Dr. Tess DeProw

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Life can be challenging from time to time, rather than continuing to struggle reach out and I can help you obtain the necessary skills to be confident in the decisions you make.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Sara Thompson

Sara Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Camdenton, MO


“I understand the importance of taking a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families improve their overall well-being by addressing not just their mental health concerns, but also...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Quincy Phipps

Quincy Phipps

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


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.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Cynthia Hovis

Cynthia Hovis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“A session with me will somehow still feel like a surprisingly normal conversation that somehow helps the load feel lighter.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Traci Baker

Traci Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use CBT and other evidence-based practices to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


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,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Joyce Meeks

Joyce Meeks

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help high-achieving adults navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, and life transitions so they can reconnect with who they are, communicate more effectively, and move forward in life with more confidence.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Susan Rhoads

Susan Rhoads

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that one of the most important aspects of therapy is the relationship between client and therapist.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amelia Mayadenu

Amelia Mayadenu

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that therapy is best when it is a collaborative approach. I will be there to guide you with resources, tools, psychoeducation, and the most effective techniques to fit your needs.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Michelle Kos

Michelle Kos

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hello and welcome! I want to commend you on taking this step toward self-care. Our mental health is just as important as our physical health yet sometimes it takes a back seat. As a clinician for almost 20 years, I have spent my career helping clients achieve their mental health goals. I have had the privilege of working with all different walks of life from young children to adults helping them to uncover their strength through difficult moments of their lives.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Oscar,

Phillip Wells

Phillip Wells

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I focus on helping entrepreneurs, working professionals and athletes build their confidence so that they can increase their performance...”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Thomas Todd

Thomas Todd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1630 South Enterprise Avenue, Springfield, MO

“I never try to create band-aid solutions, rather focus on creating and equipping clients with the skills and tools they need to handle anything life throws at them.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Amy Poindexter

Dr. Amy Poindexter

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with each client to determine what THEIR true goals actually are, then help them learn and practice action steps to move toward those goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Lauren Robinson

Lauren Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use humor and positive/affirming approaches to help my clients feel safe and comfortable in each session...”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor McIllwain

Taylor McIllwain

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Could you benefit from having a realistic, relaxed therapist who can help you achieve your goals to live your life to the fullest? Nice to meet you! I am an LCSW in the state of Missouri and I look forward to seeing what we can achieve together.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Ronita Herron

Ronita Herron

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I take an eclectic approach to therapy—tailoring my methods to fit your unique needs rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all model.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah White

Hannah White

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling safe.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Erin Boyle

Erin Boyle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with trauma, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and life's many transitions in a supportive and nonjudgmental way.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Alicia Jones

Alicia Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

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,

Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Felicia Thomas

Felicia Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


Very empathic, resilient, welcoming and non judgmental.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Denise Etherton

Denise Etherton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider. I also worked in a residential treatment program for 5 years.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Participatory

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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Affordable care that fits you — and your United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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