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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Kansas City, MO

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Kansas City, MO

Managing intrusive thoughts and compulsions doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Kansas City residents can access evidence-based OCD treatment through Headway's network of warm, solution-oriented providers trained in I-CBT and ACT approaches. Sessions are customizable to your schedule and budget.

Jelya Fatawu

Jelya Fatawu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach includes comprehensive assessments, thoughtful diagnosis, and personalized medication management.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mike Diller

Mike Diller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“From our first meeting together, I look forward to creating hope for change and identifying needs for therapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Emily Malecky

Dr. Emily Malecky

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is that of a collaborative relationship; you are the expert of yourself, I will be there to provide evidence based treatment that will fit your needs specifically.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Hunt

Dr. Sandra Hunt

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“I value building a strong therapeutic connection—without confusing jargon—so that you feel understood, respected, and supported from the start.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jasmine Winter

Jasmine Winter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I get to know each client individually, so we can work collaboratively to come up with goals that we work toward at your pace, ebbing and flowing as your needs change. My clinical experience has included intensive in-home crisis stabilization therapy, complex trauma treatment, solution-focused brief therapy, and treatment of dual-diagnoses.

I moved to St. Louis, MO from Tampa, FL in 2019 to study Social Work at Washington University, and chose to make a home here with my spouse, child, and pets. I spend most of my leisure time cooking, gardening, reading, hiking, and going on crafting sprees. I also love to travel away from home, in search of grand museums and new foods.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tierra Kinnard

Tierra Kinnard

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi, I'm Tierra Kinnard, LCSW, and founder of Step by Step Healing Services, LLC. With more than 16 years of experience in the mental health field, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care. I believe healing begins in a space where you feel safe, heard, and accepted exactly as you are. I specialize in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Excoriation (Skin Picking Disorder), Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling Disorder), anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and loss. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, including members of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. I understand the profound impact that mental health challenges can have on individuals, families, and relationships, and I am committed to helping clients build resilience, find relief, and create meaningful change.

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Mary Meehan

Mary Meehan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your resilience, and create meaningful change that lasts beyond our sessions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Molly Oligbo

Molly Oligbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“Her expertise includes diagnosis and management of various psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie O'Halloran-Wilkerson

Stephanie O'Halloran-Wilkerson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“Enthusiastic, open-minded, caring, and compassionate approach to providing tailored treatment to each individual patient.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Peter Rees

Peter Rees

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to facilitate a space where individuals embrace their time in therapy through humor, empathy, and validation.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Beth Chippendale-Katona

Beth Chippendale-Katona

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring authenticity, humor, and compassion into our work together while creating a space where you can openly explore challenges without fear of judgment.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jarrece Patrick

Jarrece Patrick

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm warm, approachable, and genuinely invested in helping you feel supported as you navigate life's challenges.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vivian Kamara

Vivian Kamara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just the diagnosis. My goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered as we work together toward lasting wellness.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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...”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Amie Fabah

Dr. Amie Fabah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raytown, MO


If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or having trouble focusing, I’m here to help. I’m Dr. Amie Fabah, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner caring for adults with anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and I provide simple, personalized treatment with medication when needed. My goal is to help you feel better, think clearly, and get back to yourself.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Zonzurea Thomas

Zonzurea Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I support survivors of narcissistic abuse and domestic violence in a safe, collaborative space to process trauma and rebuild self-trust.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lindsay Wallace

Lindsay Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that when we approach life's challenges with curiosity rather than criticism we are better able to reach a sense of peace and acceptance.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mohinder Partap

Mohinder Partap

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am especially drawn to cases others find difficult, and I bring patience and openness to every session.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chidochomoyo Zvirawa

Chidochomoyo Zvirawa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Saint Louis, MO


“Chido provides comprehensive care through medication management and psychotherapy, tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each patient.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gene Garcia

Gene Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


I am a therapist and strategic behavioral‐health leader with more than a decade of experience supporting youth, families, and adults navigating complex trauma, transition, and systems involvement. My background spans emergency shelter work, foster‐care transition programs, community‐based counseling, and clinical supervision of multidisciplinary teams.

Clients often describe me as steady, collaborative, and deeply attuned to the stories people carry. I bring a trauma‐informed lens to every interaction, honoring the resilience people develop in the face of adversity. My work is shaped by years of program development, crisis intervention, and advocacy for underserved communities — and by a belief that healing grows in environments where people feel seen, safe, and respected.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa McCall

Melissa McCall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Peters, MO


“You can takeaway the feeling of being heard and listened to. Validating your feelings, so you do not have to feel alone.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tommi-Jai Walsh

Tommi-Jai Walsh

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy should be a space where no topic is off limits and where you can show up exactly as you are without fear of judgment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Taryn Goldstein

Taryn Goldstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Louis, MO


“I draw from several approaches, with a strong focus on Internal Family Systems (IFS) to explore the different "parts" of you that may be in conflict or holding you back.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bruce Miller

Bruce Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy is not a temporary Band-Aid. It is a process of growth that adds self-awareness and coping skills to your everyday life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sekani Rogers

Sekani Rogers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe effective medication management is a collaboration — you're the expert on your own experience, and together we'll figure out what will work best for you.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rhonda Palmer

Rhonda Palmer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I often assist Highly Sensitive People in navigating anxiety, relationship patterns, self esteem, neurodivergent experiences (including autism and ADHD), and more.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Holly Rice

Holly Rice

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have deep experience with chronic pain and illness, anxiety and depression, trauma, and supporting people who simply need help easing the stresses of daily life.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joanna Haydon

Joanna Haydon

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“Before becoming a therapist, I practiced law for over a decade, which gives me a deep understanding of high-achieving women...”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Deborah Medari

Dr. Deborah Medari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to provide compassionate, personalized care that considers the whole person—not just symptoms.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brian Bowles

Brian Bowles

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with thoughtful, introspective adults who are tired of understanding their patterns "in theory" but not seeing real change in how they feel or show up day to day.”
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda Spiegel

Amanda Spiegel

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I know how debilitating depression and anxiety can be and specialize in working with mental health that greatly impairs everyday functions.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jeff Fish

Jeff Fish

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I work closely with my clients to understand their unique experiences.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lily Dawson

Lily Dawson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy with me isn't about fixing you—it's about clearing the obstacles that keep you from trusting your own inner authority.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jennifer Bartlett

Jennifer Bartlett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


As a nationally certified, Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing for over 16 years in Missouri and 26 years overall in the field of mental health, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. My goal is to provide you with a safe place to feel seen and heard.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Schmitz

Patrick Schmitz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients often describe my style as calm, collaborative, and steady — offering a supportive space to pause, reflect, and grow toward lasting balance.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Staggers

Natalie Staggers

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“You can expect a warm, empowering, and nonjudgmental space where you feel supported while also encouraged to grow.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with OCD located within 20 miles of Kansas City, MO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Kansas City, MO
There are over 28 therapists in Kansas City, MO accepting new patients.
28+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%OCD
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 96%Trauma
  • 96%Depression
  • 89%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • 68%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 4%Hindi
  • 4%Kashmiri
  • 4%Punjabi
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 68%Woman
  • 32%Man
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 32%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 50%Couples therapy
  • 50%Family therapy
  • 39%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway helps you manage obsessive-compulsive disorder with expert-guided support — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an OCD Therapist in Kansas City

Searching for OCD therapists in Kansas City starts with finding a therapist trained in obsessive-compulsive disorder care. OCD can involve intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, reassurance seeking, avoidance, and anxiety. Exposure and response prevention, often called ERP, is one therapy approach some clinicians use when supporting people with OCD, and many therapists receive specific training in it. As you compare options, look for therapists who list ERP, OCD, anxiety, or related experience in their bios so you can see how closely their training matches your needs.

In a mid-sized market like Kansas City, you may find both local therapists and virtual options across Missouri. Some people prefer an in-person office, while others choose virtual appointments for schedule flexibility or access to therapists with more specific OCD training. When reviewing therapists, look beyond whether they mention OCD. Check whether they describe ERP experience, appointment availability, session structure, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. A therapist’s bio can also help you understand their communication style and what care with them may look like.

OCD therapy in Kansas City can be a significant cost 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 search for therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, confirm insurance details, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking. From there, you can compare therapists, review fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

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