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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Saint Charles, MO

In Saint Charles, Headway offers personalized addiction support through providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and other recovery modalities. Access compassionate care designed around your needs, with free consultations available and sessions often covered by insurance to keep your focus on healing.

Stephen O'Neill

Stephen O'Neill

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am Stephen O’Neill, LSCSW, MBA, a licensed clinical social worker with over two decades of experience in behavioral and mental health. I specialize in evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate life’s challenges, improve relationships, and achieve personal growth. I am passionate about whole-person care, integrating mental health, well-being, and practical solutions tailored to each client’s needs. I believe in fostering a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and develop meaningful change. I will see you, I will hear you, and I will walk alongside you. My approach is grounded in collaboration, empowerment, and respect for each person’s unique journey. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing, playing video games, tabletop gaming, and cars.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
David Belt

David Belt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“David enjoys using a variety of approaches to meet his clients needs, including Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Traci Williams

Traci Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that in understanding the impact of trauma on one's current functioning from a strengths-based approach, there is always potential to overcome challenges and reach one's goals of stability.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jake Maggard

Jake Maggard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“My non-judgmental and affirming approach empowers clients to better understand and overcome pain encountered with regard to identity, trauma, or other relational conflicts.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sherri Criqui

Sherri Criqui

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“In our work together, you can expect a supportive, collaborative space where your experiences are heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Hillenbrand

Mark Hillenbrand

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am trained in counseling interventions designed to positively impact stress, life adjustments and marital issues as well as psychological concerns such as addictions, depression and anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittany Perrine

Brittany Perrine

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a direct and genuine therapist. This means we can joke around and afterwards I will ask you where that dark humor is coming from.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Leatherman-Kulis

Dawn Leatherman-Kulis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring a trauma-informed lens to all my work, ensuring that clients feel safe and empowered throughout the therapeutic process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Virginia Eldridge

Virginia Eldridge

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself and sharing your experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lynda Hua

Lynda Hua

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am here to create a warm, nonjudgmental space for you to heal from your past, accept your present, and enhance your future.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stacey Stefanski

Stacey Stefanski

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Collaborative: You're the expert on your life; I'm here to listen, reflect, and help you uncover insights.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Vanessa Wilson-Cox

Vanessa Wilson-Cox

Therapist

Virtual • Bridgeton, MO


My name is Vanessa Cox. I'm the Founder and CEO of Extensive Prevention Intervention Counseling Services (EPICS) LLC, a professional counseling practice, and the Founder and Board Secretary of EPICS J. R. Foundation. The driving force behind my lifework has been a personal mission to live with integrity and make a difference in the lives of others. With over 30 years of clinical and administrative experience,

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kris Griswold

Kris Griswold

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Kris uses a therapeutic approach that combines the best of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-centered Therapy, and neuroscience to create a holistic, science-backed method for emotional healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tim Collins

Tim Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


“I like to create a warm environment where clients feel safe to share about their past and current struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nikki Bergstrom

Nikki Bergstrom

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I genuinely care and will invest myself into helping you feel better, from the little things to the big things.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Adelma Reyes

Adelma Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


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If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, mood changes, difficulty focusing, or the weight of past experiences, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

I’m Adelma Reyes, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with over 20 years of experience working with adults. I support people navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and trauma-related concerns.

I believe therapy is a space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll gently explore what’s been weighing on you, make sense of patterns that may be holding you back, and build practical tools to help you feel more grounded and in control. My hope is that you leave sessions feeling clearer, stronger, and more connected to yourself. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Brianna Harmon-Moore

Brianna Harmon-Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“When you leave a session, expect to feel heard, affirmed, and have a clear plan for your next steps.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jenny Simpson

Jenny Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“In a first session, you can anticipate feeling welcomed and applauded for the work you're already doing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Kehrle

Jennifer Kehrle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide a warm, empathic space that allows my clients to safely express genuine vulnerability so they feel genuinely seen and heard.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ian Guthrie

Ian Guthrie

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I utilize an eclectic and conversational style of counseling to help clients move in a direction of stability and satisfaction.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Brenda Melton, PhD

Dr. Brenda Melton, PhD

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


Welcome!

Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I am Brenda Melton, PhD, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a background in nursing. I hold several specialty certifications and have experience treating anxiety and depressive disorders, as well as working with individuals struggling with addiction, personality disorders, and the effects of trauma.

One of the most rewarding parts of therapy is experiencing those "aha" moments—when a realization, insight, or new understanding suddenly brings clarity to a complicated life experience. These moments often provide direction, open new possibilities for change, and inspire hope for healing and growth.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Dry

William Dry

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“My approach to therapy is based on a healthy balance of challenge, support, and thinking outside of the box.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael VanderWaal

Michael VanderWaal

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is integrative, drawing on Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to support clients in making sense of difficult experiences and building real, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Bates

Kara Bates

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hannibal, MO


“I provide a holistic approach to counseling by addressing your physical, mental, emotional, and social needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Centurion Johnson

Centurion Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I am very passionate about helping those that have been disenfranchised, discarded and dismissed by society.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcela Flynn

Marcela Flynn

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


Hello! My name is Marcela Flynn, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri with experience supporting children, families, and adults across a variety of clinical and educational settings. I graduated from the University of Missouri–Columbia. My professional background includes working with individuals experiencing chronic and persistent mental health challenges, providing crisis intervention services, and supporting clients in psychiatric hospital settings, I have also worked closely with children and families navigating emotional, behavioral, social, and life challenges, helping them build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and access meaningful support systems.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Casey Thompson

Casey Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Bloomsdale, MO


“I believe therapy should be practical, collaborative, and focused on helping you build a life that feels aligned with your values.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wade Kidner

Wade Kidner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Platte City, MO


“I use an individualized approach to therapy in order to adapt to the specific needs and personality of my client.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
LaToya Conner

LaToya Conner

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Being in this field for over 20yrs, I have strived to help clients achieve healing, growth and transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Nerusu

Ashley Nerusu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


I believe mental health care should feel collaborative, compassionate, and free of judgment. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, understood, and supported throughout your treatment journey.

I specialize in women's mental health, including anxiety, depression, pregnancy (antepartum), postpartum mental health, life transitions, and the unique emotional challenges women experience across different stages of life. Whether you're preparing for motherhood, adjusting after delivery, balancing career and family, or navigating everyday stress, I strive to provide personalized, evidence-based care tailored to your goals.

My approach is warm, patient-centered, and collaborative. I take the time to understand your story, educate you about your treatment options, and develop a plan that aligns with your values and lifestyle. I believe the best outcomes happen when patients feel empowered to participate in their care and have a provider they can trust.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christopher Hall

Christopher Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm a compassionate and skilled mental health therapist with a Master's degree, committed to supporting individuals from all backgrounds—especially those within BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Barber

Megan Barber

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe every person can grow, heal, and create meaningful change. I offer a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dia Hicks

Dia Hicks

Therapist

Virtual • Olivette, MO


“Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I help clients explore their experiences, build healthy coping skills, process difficult emotions, and develop greater self-awareness and confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Celena Shivers

Dr. Celena Shivers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My commitment is to service you with hope, courage, and purpose to improve your well-being while living with your diagnosis.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 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 7 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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Frederick

Amanda Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have been successful in developing therapeutic relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds, using culturally competent counseling techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anita Green

Anita Green

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is individualized, designed to meet your unique needs and focus on what matters most to you.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ronnie Studie

Ronnie Studie

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe healing happens in the context of a trusting therapeutic relationship, and I work to meet you exactly where you are.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Saint Charles, MO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Saint Charles, MO
There are over 29 therapists in Saint Charles, MO accepting new patients.
29+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 97%Depression
  • 93%Anxiety
  • 90%PTSD
  • 83%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 79%Cigna
  • 62%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Hindi
  • 3%Portuguese
  • 3%Urdu
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 72%Woman
  • 28%Man
License types
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  • 66%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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