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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.

Tonia Green

Tonia Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“I lean heavily on my Social Work Values and Ethics as we use theoretical perspectives to help clients evolve into a state of their best selves.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Pangelinan

Joseph Pangelinan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is rooted in deep listening and respect—integrating learning, meaning-making, and skill development to help clients reflect on the past, live fully in the present, and move forward with clarity and purpose.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Kruse

Nicholas Kruse

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I blend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to address your unique challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Andrea Onukwue

Andrea Onukwue

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe true healing happens when you feel seen, understood, and supported, rather than relying solely on willpower.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sara Fattaey-Gray

Sara Fattaey-Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I will hold a space for you where we can build a rapport based on trust and understanding, using various treatment modalities to achieve your goals for a better life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 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.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
LeeAnn Lamb

LeeAnn Lamb

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I’m an affirming, open-minded therapist who works with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, panic, stress, relationship challenges, identity concerns, and major life changes. I also support clients dealing with maternal mental health concerns, including the emotional weight that can come with pregnancy, postpartum changes, infertility, and adjusting to a new season of life.

Since earning my master’s in 2021, I have worked in mental health with both children and adults in settings including crisis care, which has deepened my understanding of how overwhelming life can feel when symptoms start affecting your relationships, confidence, and daily routine. My goal is to offer a space that feels warm, approachable, compassionate, and real.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alana Borden

Alana Borden

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is warm, compassionate, strengths-based, and tailored to each client's unique needs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrew Beecher

Andrew Beecher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“They will have a better understanding of what they have done in the past which has not worked for them and how to move forward with the new strategies they develop in therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Physical health issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Schowengerdt

Carolyn Schowengerdt

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am very compassionate and non-judgemental. I take time to get to know each client, their problems, their values, their culture and what they want to acheive in therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Albert Sarno

Albert Sarno

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am deeply committed to helping individuals discover meaning and purpose in their lives. With more than four decades of experience as a counselor, I specialize in guiding clients through recovery from addictions, anxiety disorders, and PTSD.

As an Associate Professor in the Online Department of Community Care and Counseling within the School of Behavioral Sciences at Liberty University, I facilitate courses designed to help students and clients rediscover their zest for life and cultivate lasting emotional well-being.

In my private practice, I work extensively with couples, equipping them with practical tools and proven techniques to restore joy, strengthen relational intimacy, and build fulfilling, resilient relationships.

I live in Lynchburg, Virginia, where I remain actively engaged in my community. My areas of specialization include trauma and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, child abuse recovery, and relational intimacy. I am also the author of Joy on the Same Page (2023), which outlines my Relational Intimacy approach.

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Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victori Wright

Victori Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a trusting environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristy Spriggs

Kristy Spriggs

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


You've been looking for a therapist who will get it. Who won't need you to explain, defend, or translate. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, or the particular weight of figuring out who you are in a world that doesn't always make that easy, you deserve a space where all of you is welcome. I'm an LCSW with 8 years in mental health and a proud member and ally of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, identity, and the everyday experience of just being your full self. My goal is to help you build toward where you actually want to be, at a pace that works for you.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Derrick Carroll

Derrick Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I truly believe that anyone can find true purpose and identity in life but often need a "guide" to assist them on their journey.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Bova

David Bova

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that the journey starts with where the client is and that there is no such thing as slow progress.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. John Cooley

Dr. John Cooley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is grounded, supportive, and focused on real healing. I work collaboratively with clients to create change that feels practical, meaningful, and sustainable.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Monique Burns

Dr. Monique Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You will leave therapy sessions understanding what objectives and goals you are working towards often with homework that is aimed at helping you address your objectives.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brandon Price

Brandon Price

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have over 18 years of counseling and community mental health experience, but for the last 5 years, I have been working as an individual, family, and group therapist with adolescent and adult patients who are struggling with anxiety, depression,...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tara Huber

Tara Huber

Therapist

Virtual • Hannibal, MO


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can be honest, move at your own pace, and learn practical tools to help in everyday life.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Teerah Vaughn

Teerah Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My name is Teerah, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma work with adolescents, teens, and young adults. I have worked with clients of all ages and believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can finally stop filtering yourself. I’m very down to earth, easy to talk to, and genuinely believe nothing is “too much” to bring into session. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship stress, or just feeling emotionally stuck, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and a little less alone in it all.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Luke Geiger

Luke Geiger

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“With empathy, acceptance, and compassion, I help you explore the patterns that have kept you stuck and foster the insight needed to finally break free.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Sparks

Stacy Sparks

Therapist

Virtual • Jefferson City, MO


I believe you've been gathering crucial information throughout your life that's needed to feel peace from painful past experiences and to create a fulfilling present life. The ability to access and apply that information is where I can help. Searching for the right therapist can be hard, but the search itself says that you're using your knowledge to take charge of finding the support you need. That's empowerment. Searching also means you believe in the possibility of making changes in your life. I call that hope. Empowerment and hope are all you need to start finding a new way of being.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Tammy Kuykendoll

Tammy Kuykendoll

Therapist

Virtual • Clayton, MO


I have over 20 years of counseling experience. I enjoy meeting people where they are to assist with life's ups and downs. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and couples.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Sneed

Amanda Sneed

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with clients by combining cognitive behavior therapy with mindfulness practices. I work toward client building a strong sense of self and empowerment.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Charlotte Moore

Charlotte Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relational difficulties.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angela Clark

Angela Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring a "dual perspective" to therapy—combining clinical training with the empathy of someone who has actually lived through the struggle.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erica Spring

Erica Spring

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is open-minded, humorous, and sometimes challenging, providing a supportive space for growth and healing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Carnes

Cynthia Carnes

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 over 30 years of experience in the mental health field and have worked with clients at all ages of the lifespan. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Indiana University. I am licensed to practice in the states of Florida, Arizona, Indiana, Missouri and Alabama.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joseph Bretz

Joseph Bretz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Joe uses an eclectic approach that is person-centered, involves an exploration of feelings, facilitates personal insight, fosters mindfulness of the world, releases the client's will, which allows the client to make decisions for change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Bondelier

Sandra Bondelier

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is relaxed, conversational, and collaborative, and I strive to create a supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable from the very beginning.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan Van Deusen

Susan Van Deusen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable, respected, and truly heard—without fear of judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melanie Shands

Melanie Shands

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nixa, MO


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist, and EMDRIA Certified EMDR therapist.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Wilkins

Jessica Wilkins

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Welcome. I’m Jessica Wilkins, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting your truth, your story, and your growth. Since 2012, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other life challenges. My mission is to reduce the stigma around mental health and expand access to compassionate, meaningful care.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terra Garland

Terra Garland

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use a collaborative approach with all clients including a person-centered view complimented with cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and EMDR techniques.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Misti Perkins

Misti Perkins

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“The best way to reach a child is through play, but I'll let you in on a secret, play therapy is for adults, too.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Madeline Watkins

Madeline Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Her approach is trauma-informed and deeply human. Her insight has helped many overcome societal stigma and reclaim agency despite the harmful, historic narratives that once oppressed them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susan Kirby

Susan Kirby

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Welcome! I am so glad you are here and have taken this step for your health and well-being! My name is Susan and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of MO. I have a Masters of Arts in Counseling degree (Colorado Christian University, 2018) and have over 5 years of experience as a counselor. I have experience providing therapy to children, teens, and adults in a variety of settings including community behavioral health, residential treatment center, private practice, and hospital clinic. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you in your journey where life has you right now.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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
There are over 59 therapists in Kansas City, MO accepting new patients.
59+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 92%Trauma
  • 92%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 68%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • 68%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 2%Kashmiri
  • 2%Punjabi
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 24%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 32%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 27%Family therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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