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Top family therapists in Kansas City, MO

Strengthen family bonds in Kansas City with Headway's compassionate providers who specialize in family dynamics, communication, and relationship repair. Our 379 licensed therapists offer flexible virtual and in-person sessions to help families navigate conflict, build trust, and create meaningful connections. Most sessions are covered by insurance, with patients saving an average of 75% on therapy costs.

Renee Gunterman

Renee Gunterman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My focus is on moving clients from the belief of "What is wrong with me?" to "What are my feeling trying to tell me?"”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carrie Ellis-Crnkovich

Carrie Ellis-Crnkovich

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Craig McAndrew

Craig McAndrew

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“You will find me easy to talk to and non-judgmental. I have a relaxed atmosphere that helps put people at ease.”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tiffinie Swan

Tiffinie Swan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My mission as your clinician is to empower my clients with an unbiased, supportive, and compassionate approach to therapy that works to identify and disrupt the limiting beliefs that we and society tend to impose on ourselves.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Tara Wallace

Dr. Tara Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“In our first session, my responsibility is to create an environment that is calm, respectful, and emotionally safe.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chelsea Gilliam

Dr. Chelsea Gilliam

Psychologist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“Chelsea takes an integrative approach to therapy, seeking to understand the whole person she is working with.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Kohnke

Kevin Kohnke

Therapist

Virtual • Wellsville, MO


“I'm passionate about this work because I've been there myself. I know what it's like to battle anxiety and depression...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonia Short

Tonia Short

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe you are in charge of your own life. I am an empathetic listener and often help you find holistic solutions to your struggles.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Fatimaah Carmichael-Anthony

Dr. Fatimaah Carmichael-Anthony

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to ensure that collaborative partnerships are developed with clients by encouraging a judgement-free and empowering clinical setting.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kennedy Musamali

Kennedy Musamali

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, open-minded, and solution-oriented, and I aim to create a space where you can be honest, feel supported, and start to feel some relief.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Reeves

Joshua Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I take a solution-focused approach to therapy, helping clients build on their strengths to create meaningful change.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Billi Patzius

Billi Patzius

Therapist

Virtual • O'Fallon, MO


“Skilled in play therapy, CBT, person-centered, and strengths-based approaches. Dedicated to creating safe, collaborative spaces for healing and growth.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashleigh Nalty

Ashleigh Nalty

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and truly comfortable being yourself.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Patricia Keller

Dr. Patricia Keller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to empower my clients to lead fulfilling and purposeful lives, providing them with the support and guidance they need to overcome obstacles and embrace personal growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jean Sokora

Jean Sokora

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I practice a person-centered, solution-focused approach to wellness. Therapy is a collaborative effort, and we will work together on your journey.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Denise Sandoval

Denise Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a passionate Latina mental health therapist who believes that everyone deserves to feel happy and supported, with a healthy mind and heart.”
Family issues, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kiara Ohle

Kiara Ohle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have spent the last few years of my career supporting individuals and families on their journey of "who am I?" and "who are WE?"”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Kennedy

Danielle Kennedy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Hillsboro, MO


“My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take control of your mental health journey.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Marty

Amy Marty

Psychologist

Virtual • Saint Charles, MO


“I have training in clinical psychology as well as theology. I provide a holistic perspective and support in areas of body, mind, soul, spirit.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
TJ Kingsbury

TJ Kingsbury

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is straightforward and compassionate. I don't believe in sugarcoating or telling you everything is okay when you're struggling.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sheila Powell-Walker

Sheila Powell-Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is both cognitive and behavioral. I like to focus on helping clients reframe unhealthy thought patterns...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tiffany Castleman

Dr. Tiffany Castleman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in creating a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly and collaboratively work towards your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angela Howard

Angela Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I try to create a warm, safe environment with my clients that is directive and solution focused but at a pace the client sets.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Meggie Humphreys

Meggie Humphreys

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy doesn't have to feel intimidating and my goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, even on the messy, confusing, or "I don't know what I'm doing with my life" days.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Taylor Scott

Taylor Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I offer Telehealth services. I provide a practical approach to therapy that focuses on integrating mind and body connection. I believe the best way to heal is to embrace our uniqueness and live from a place of creativity. I work with my clients on how to self-regulate, trust their intuition, and release trauma in the body so they can make room for more life!

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wayna Berry

Wayna Berry

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Charles, MO


“I offer a warm, supportive, and trauma-informed space where they are met with compassion and respect.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Courtney Boddie

Dr. Courtney Boddie

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in helping clients to noce these symptoms as solutions, to beter self-regulate, and to upgrade those expired patterns-in-living.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ally Allen

Ally Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with over three years of experience helping individuals navigate and process traumatic events. I am passionate about supporting clients in growing and excelling amid life's challenges. I want everyone to grow and become a healthier, more balanced version of themselves.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Deborah Garner

Deborah Garner

Therapist

Virtual • Mountain Grove, MO


“My specialty is focusing on each clients needs and understanding that we are all different and each story is different.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, End of life care, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cecilia Carter

Cecilia Carter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


Many of the people I work with are successful, dependable, and high functioning on the outside- but privately they're carrying anxiety, unresolved trauma, burnout, ADHD or patterns that leave them feeling stuck despite their best efforts. I help adults move beyond coping and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.

I believe lasting healing begins with understanding, not judgement. My goal is to help you make sense of the experiences that shaped you, recognize the patterns that no longer serve you, and develop new ways of responding with greater confidence, clarity and self-compassion.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bridgette Mavec

Bridgette Mavec

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where you can feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and emotions.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Veronica Arnold

Veronica Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy should be a comfortable place to talk about uncomfortable things-and not feel judged or misunderstood.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marquise Middleton

Marquise Middleton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“My role isn't to tell you who to be - it's to walk alongside you, offering the tools, insight, and support you need to create the life you want.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Theresa Bettmann

Theresa Bettmann

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“I believe in the power of storytelling—not just the stories we tell ourselves, but also those we've inherited from others.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cynthia Anders

Cynthia Anders

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a licensed professional counselor. I enjoy working with children as well as adults to help them achieve their goals.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janice Wade

Janice Wade

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lake Saint Louis, MO


“I believe that therapy is one of the most difficult and brave steps anyone can take. I strive to provides a safe, nonjudgmental space...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Levitan

Andrea Levitan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My greatest strength is thinking outside the box. Using my broad range of interests and experiences, I strive to have a unique perspective when approaching your issues.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsey Gischer

Lindsey Gischer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hello and welcome! I have decade of experience treating adults, children, and families from a variety of different cultures and backgrounds. I take a holistic, integrative approach that enhances the mind-body-spirit connection. Currently, I meet virtually with adults, typically offering a combination of psychoeducation and skills in CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Courtney Hearns

Courtney Hearns

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Courtney is a Licensed Professional Counselor in MO who earned her Master of Arts in Counseling from Covenant Theological Seminary.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Kansas City, MO

Finding family therapists in Kansas City starts with understanding what your family wants to address together. Family counseling can support parenting conflict, adolescent concerns, blended family dynamics, and communication across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with family counseling, child and teen support, couples work, or approaches like family systems therapy.

In a mid-sized market like Kansas City, you may find a mix of local offices and virtual appointments across the metro area. Some families prefer meeting in person, while others choose virtual sessions to make it easier for multiple people to attend from different locations. Session structure may vary, including full-family sessions, parent sessions, sibling sessions, or individual meetings with one family member. Reading therapist bios can help you understand how each therapist structures care, communicates with families, and approaches shared goals.

Family counseling 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 see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking. Headway helps you compare therapists who offer family counseling in Kansas City, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and are accepting new patients, so you can review bios, check availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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