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Grief counselors and therapists in Kansas City, MO
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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Kansas City, MO
Navigate grief and loss in Kansas City with Headway's compassionate providers experienced in bereavement counseling and grief therapy. Our network of 907 licensed providers offers evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, available virtually or in-person. Many clients save 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per session.
“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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I work with children, adolescents, and young adults using a warm, strengths-based approach that emphasizes personal values and growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“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.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Possess a passion for helping others in crisis regain emotional balance to reach a state of peace, where communication can take place and healing can begin.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy frequently incorporates music, books and movies to enhance the therapeutic process and facilitate change.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“Before I became a therapist, I was a foster care caseworker for 7 years and worked with so many families on repairing family dynamics...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I approach therapy in a client centered way allowing clients to direct their own path to growth and/or healing and set their own goals.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“You can expect a direct, laid-back therapist who prioritizes building a genuine therapeutic relationship.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
If you're dealing with anxiety that won't let up, a life change that's left you off-balance, or relationship tension that keeps getting in the way — I can help. After 10 years as a school social worker in St. Louis, I know what it looks like when people are overwhelmed, and what it actually takes to move through it. Today I work with adults navigating similar territory: the pressure that builds quietly, the transitions that feel harder than expected, the moments in relationships that leave you stuck. My focus is on making therapy practical, grounded, and worth your time.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Barkley graduated from Saint Louis University with a doctorate in medical family therapy. She has been practicing for 15+ years. She uses modalities that deconstruct patterns preventing you from reaching your full potential. Her counseling sessions will help you reconnect with yourself and the present moment and make yourself and your relationships priorities again.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I use CBT and other evidence-based practices to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a certified EMDR therapist with advanced training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), equipping me with effective tools to help clients navigate their trauma and anxiety.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I work with adults—including professionals and leaders—who want to better understand what they're experiencing, build practical coping skills, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I specialize in trauma recovery using mindfulness, affect regulation, coping methods, relaxation techniques, and cognitive processing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I blend therapuetic models such as EMDR, CBT, CBT, ACT and family systems with practical tools that clients can put to work right away.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My approach integrates evidence‐based therapies with Biblical principles while walking alongside clients as they navigate life's challenges offering them a safe space where faith and healing can grow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel collaborative, grounded, and empowering. My approach integrates evidence-based practices within a personalized, client-centered framework.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy starts with understanding how you see the world. I'm naturally curious and want to learn how you think, what matters to you, and what goals you have for yourself.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I blend CBT and Solution-Focused therapies within a warm, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you can always feel safe and truly supported.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach blends solution-focused, trauma-informed care with evidence-based tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
I am a clinically licensed therapist who works with teens and adults. I support clients who are dealing with anxiety, ADHD, depression, emotional regulation, relationship stress, life transitions, and self esteem concerns. I aim to create a space that feels warm, genuine, and safe. I believe therapy does not have to feel intimidating to be effective, and I often use appropriate humor to help clients feel more comfortable while doing meaningful work.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I help individuals learn to prioritize their time and take action- overcoming anxiety, overwhelm and other debilitating symptoms that hold them back.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'll help you understand what's happening in your nervous system, why certain patterns keep repeating, and how to shift them in sustainable ways.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe that therapy should feel like a safe space where you are met with warmth, honesty, and respect.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
“I help clients go beyond treating mental health symptoms. I help clients get to the root of their problems so that they may begin thriving and living their best lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“A session with me will somehow still feel like a surprisingly normal conversation that somehow helps the load feel lighter.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“We approach our work with openness, respect, and integrity. We will never hide behind silence or position...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Healing begins when you feel seen, safe, and supported. We'll be exploring distress tolerance skills, mindfulness, interpersonal skills and emotion regulation.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Therapy can be a space where you feel supported, understood, and able to move toward healing at a pace that feels right for you.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My counseling style is caring and warm without enabling, holding you accountable while helping you walk in your truth.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative, down-to-earth approach and tailor therapy to what actually works for you no one-size-fits-all plans.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe strongly in meeting you where you are. Even if it is a place you have never opened the doors for another.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I strive to offer a safe, empathetic environment where you can share about your current struggles and past issues that continue to impact you.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to walk alongside you—creating space for insight, self‐realization, and meaningful change at a pace that feels supportive and empowering.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, laid-back, and inviting. I want therapy to feel like a place where you can exhale, speak openly, and be yourself without worrying about saying the "right" thing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a welcoming and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Kansas City, MO who help people navigate grief and loss
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Kansas City, MO
59+
Average years in practice
7 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Grief or loss
- 98%Anxiety
- 92%Trauma
- 92%Depression
- 86%Stress management
Insurances accepted
- 100%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
- 68%Ascension
Languages spoken
- 98%English
- 3%Spanish
- 2%Hindi
- 2%Kashmiri
- 2%Punjabi
How they see their clients
- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only
Provider gender
- 75%Woman
- 24%Man
- 2%Non-binary
License types
- 56%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 32%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 29%Couples therapy
- 27%Family therapy
- 24%Child or adolescent therapy
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