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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Kansas City, MO

Whether you're navigating early recovery or managing triggers and cravings, Headway's Kansas City-based providers deliver talk therapy and medication management for Substance Use Disorder. Many clients save up to 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Vesta Towels

Vesta Towels

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“People can expect to gain valuable self-insights and practical strategies that are easy to incorporate into daily life...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
David Clark

David Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Every session will end with two questions. "Have we learned anything here today?" and "What's going to be different this week, because if nothing changes, nothing changes."”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Zachary Wilson

Zachary Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“I primarily practice traditional talk therapy and have received comprehensive training in CBT, DBT, EMDR, and solution-focused brief therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chido Zvirawa

Chido Zvirawa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Creve Coeur, MO


“Chido provides comprehensive care through medication management and psychotherapy, tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each patient.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Darrion Tobias

Darrion Tobias

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I show up as a human first and a therapist second someone who cares about your story, your values, and the things you're carrying that other people might not see.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laken Enochs

Laken Enochs

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I work primarily with adults experiencing substance use, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology with 9 years of experience in private practice, inpatient substance use clinics, and community based mental health centers.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yahna Gibson

Yahna Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring empathy, honesty, and a little humor into the room because healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alyssa Cline Spencer

Alyssa Cline Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Before I became a therapist, I was a foster care caseworker for 7 years and worked with so many families on repairing family dynamics...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Alison Cornell

Alison Cornell

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to empower you to understand how these elements are interconnected and how you can use them to transform your life for the better.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Daly

Lisa Daly

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use cognitive therapy to address internal thoughts that influence mood as well as using family systems theory...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Anthony Norris

Anthony Norris

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“As a medically retired Army veteran who served in two combat zones, I deeply understand the unique challenges faced by veterans, military personnel, law enforcement, first responders, and their families.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Suzanna Brown

Suzanna Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rolla, MO


“I will work to help you strengthen yourself through processing the difficulties of life you are currently facing while building life affirming skills to be best you you can be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nick Butcher

Nick Butcher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I make frequent use of a questioning style referred to as guided discovery to identify your viewpoint and beliefs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mercedes Crayton

Mercedes Crayton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a warm, uplifting, dedicated therapist, with years of experience working in both in-patient and outpatient settings.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Price

Allison Price

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“I come to this work with a deep sense of purpose, shaped by my own experience serving in the military and witnessing the profound impact trauma can have on individuals and communities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Levin Manabat

Levin Manabat

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, integrating trauma-informed care with therapies tailored to your unique goals and experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marquetta Johnson

Marquetta Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Kentucky and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. I have over a decade of professional work experience in this field. I am a National Certified Counselor as well as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, confidence, past trauma, and depression.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Williams

Rebecca Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a supportive, collaborative space where clients feel understood and empowered to build effective coping skills and work towards healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Jensema

Elizabeth Jensema

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to empower clients with the tools they need to move forward in a positive direction.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Glenna Miller

Glenna Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe seeking help is an act of courage and strength. My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and clarity, helping you build resilience, healthier coping strategies, and a stronger sense of emotional and spiritual well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gary Probst

Dr. Gary Probst

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I teach psychopharmacology at a major university, and I can be an asset when it comes to medication.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ellie De Lucca

Ellie De Lucca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“My goal is to help you stop being a character in your own life and start becoming the author of your own story.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Diaz

Julie Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help clients develop practical coping skills they can use in daily life while also making space for the deeper work of understanding patterns, pain, and what they want next.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
James Keeton

James Keeton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ballwin, MO


“I am passionate about mental health because I believe that mental health challenges are a natural part of life, and overcoming them allows you to live a full, successful life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelly McKinney

Kelly McKinney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


I'm a certified nurse practitioner of 10 years. I've been caring for patients with psychiatric conditions for the past 5 years. My goal is to create a space where you can be open, honest, and as expressive as you need to be.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maria Smith

Maria Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have an eclectic, integrative, client-centered approach, which means I use evidence-based modalities for your unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Barken

Megan Barken

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“I use a combination of my education, life experience, training and expertise to help clients meet their therapy goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arti Dautenhahn

Arti Dautenhahn

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


Arti earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from The University of Missouri at Rolla and his master’s in counseling from Webster University. Arti became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2014. Arti has been working within the child welfare world for 24 years and has been part of almost every aspect of the system from preventative services to residential services to investigation of child abuse and neglect. Arti specializes in childhood trauma, trauma of all kinds, and family relationships.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jolynn Dubea

Dr. Jolynn Dubea

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm a counselor and minister who believes healing happens when truth, compassion, and a little bit of real-talk show up in the room together.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Khaledpour

Sara Khaledpour

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My clients describe me as a compassionate, good communication skills, encouraging and cultural competence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Nikki Fryer

Nikki Fryer

Therapist

Virtual • Liberty, MO


Hi. I'm glad you found me!

I have been in the social work field for 30 years working with children and families. I have a BS in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work. I've been a social worker since 1995 and a licensed therapist since 2011. I believe it's important to have a safe and comfortable place to process how you are feeling.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Charles Quinn

Dr. Charles Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • Waynesville, MO


Hi, my name is Dr. Charles Quinn. I am a retired military soldier, served 25 years, and have been in the field of counseling for over fifteen years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief and loss, past traumatic experiences, conflict resolution, self-injury, bullying, and other issues. The modalities that I incorporate into my sessions are Cognitive-Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, Solution-Focused, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention, among others. It is important to meet the client where they are and tailor a specific program that addresses their unique concerns and needs. I practice from a perspective of compassion, acceptance, and trust building. It is my mission to ensure my clients feel safe, not judged, and accepted as we begin to work together. I am committed to creating an environment that fosters truth without judgment, safety without fear, and hope in an otherwise hopeless situation.

Let's begin this journey together.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shantel Hams

Shantel Hams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am passionate about helping individuals, families and couples navigate their mental health journeys and achieve their personal goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Cory Emily

Cory Emily

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My work centers on trauma healing using various approaches. Together, we'll build emotional resilience and restore a sense of trust and power in yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sydney Humphrey

Sydney Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want you to be comfortable in your own skin, as your own person, and it is my mission for all people to develop a genuine Love for SELF.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Amanda Crabtree

Amanda Crabtree

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe strongly in focusing on strengths and creative interests/skills as it can help us develop coping skills but also find joy and satisfaction in life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Justin Grotheer

Justin Grotheer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adults. I support clients navigating ADHD, neurodivergence, emotional regulation, relationship patterns, identity, and life transitions. My work is trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, and grounded in the belief that therapy can help you better understand yourself, strengthen self-trust, and the clinical belief that any person can change course in life at any time.

I draw from approaches such as EFT, IFS, ACT, and integrative experiential techniques, tailoring our work to your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll explore emotions, patterns, and strategies that help you feel more grounded, resilient, and connected to yourself and the relationships that matter most.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Brodersen

Joanna Brodersen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have based my practice on working with adults who struggle with Anxiety, OCD, Trauma and Substance Use struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Noah Ruybal

Noah Ruybal

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style tends to be direct and conversational, and I often use metaphors to help make complex emotions and patterns easier to understand.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Kansas City, MO

Finding addiction therapists in Kansas City starts with looking for care that matches the specific concern you want support for. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, gambling, compulsive behaviors, cravings, and relapse prevention. Many therapists list experience with approaches like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with medication-assisted care. Some people also choose to work with a prescriber as part of their care team, so reading each therapist’s specialties and approach can help you identify the right fit.

Kansas City offers a range of local options, from in-person appointments near central neighborhoods to virtual therapy across Missouri. Virtual care can also expand access if you want a therapist with specific addiction experience, alcohol support services, or a background that aligns with your preferences. As you compare therapists, look at appointment availability, whether they offer a free phone consultation, and how they describe their communication style. Recovery can involve changes over time, so a non-judgmental therapist with experience in harm reduction or substance use support may be an important factor in your search.

Therapy in Kansas City can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway helps you find addiction therapists, many of whom accept insurance, are accepting new patients, and offer upfront cost estimates before you book. You can browse profiles, compare specialties, and schedule directly when you’re ready.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

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