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Top therapists in Saint Peters, MO accepting new patients

Saint Peters residents can access talk therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 1,348 providers. Many patients save up to 75% on sessions with insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per visit while receiving warm, affirming care.

Carol Stilson

Carol Stilson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“I am a firm believer that nothing changes without changes. I will act as your coach, guiding you to work through your inner pain and mental issues to find the peace you deserve.”
Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya McLeod

Tanya McLeod

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Whatever your reason for reaching out, you should know that you do not have to face this journey alone.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Roshanda Neal

Roshanda Neal

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy frequently incorporates music, books and movies to enhance the therapeutic process and facilitate change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sydney Washington

Sydney Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that connecting with clients is one of the most important aspects of forming a trusting relationship and the most important priority in building a strong therapeutic alliance...”
Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Pamela Begay

Dr. Pamela Begay

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Everyone has a story to tell-I lean into narrative therapy to get to the core of what brings you to therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amy Bareiter

Amy Bareiter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My counseling style is one of compassion and respect. I believe it is important to build a rapport with my clients...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Herbert Lomax

Herbert Lomax

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a mental health therapist with over a decade of experience in helping BIPOC professionals and couples break free from burnout, perfectionism, and imposter feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amaka Obi

Amaka Obi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is empathetic, trauma‐informed, and collaborative, with a focus on creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and respected.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaitley Teter

Kaitley Teter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy isn't about "fixing" you—it's about helping you recognize your strengths, process difficult experiences, and move toward the life you want.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Rayna Marshall

Rayna Marshall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“I now specialize in the treatment of PTSD/trauma, depression, anxiety, and stress through evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, CBT, Somatics, and Expressive Therapies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chad Winch

Chad Winch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Farmington, MO


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative, meaning that WE work closely and tailor treatment to your unique needs and preferences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Moses

Ashley Moses

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Children process the world differently than adults. I specialize in Play Therapy, an evidence-based approach that honors your child's unique developmental level by communicating in their natural language: play.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Baumgartner

Mary Baumgartner

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I have been practicing for 17 years, primarily seeing adults and senior citizens. I operate from a person-centered, emotionally-focused basis. You are the expert on your life, and my goal is to help you with that. I utilize experiential and psychodramatic techniques.. These methods allow for role plays and visualizations. Such techniques increase your ability to get more deeply in touch with your issues and see situations clearly. When you reenact what happens at home, in the safety of the therapy office, solutions become clear and your voice becomes strong.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Daniels

Jessica Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate, working together without judgement to create meaningful change...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Desmond Hendren

Desmond Hendren

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy should be personalized and collaborative. You know yourself and your life best, and my role is to help you understand what you're experiencing, identify what may be holding you back, and build tools that fit your everyday life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Danillie Francis

Danillie Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Frost

Laura Frost

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, MO


“My style is warm and inviting, and I welcome you to take that leap of faith and join me as we work together to build you a better life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ritika Chand-Bergfeld

Ritika Chand-Bergfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You can expect to feel heard and respected every time we meet. You can expect to be met exactly where you are.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shirlee Lyons

Shirlee Lyons

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Taking the first step toward support can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face life’s challenges alone. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where children, adolescents, and adults feel heard, understood, and empowered. I help clients address anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral concerns, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I tailor care to each person’s needs and support confidence, coping, growth, and resilience.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Derick Letman

Derick Letman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide warm, person centered, trauma informed space for individuals, navigating Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety, Depression and PTSD.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brit Sweet

Brit Sweet

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore life's challenges, connect with your strengths, and work toward meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Shanks

Cara Shanks

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I offer a steady, compassionate space to slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of what you are going through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elmer Otey

Elmer Otey

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“Therapy can be a space where you feel supported, challenged, and empowered to begin creating healthier ways of coping, connecting, and moving forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adam Kepka

Adam Kepka

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Everyone has the capacity for growth. Therapy offers a space to process life experiences with someone who will listen with empathy and support as you pursue a life that feels authentic and meaningful.

Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Courtney

Diana Courtney

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is direct but warm — I'll ask real questions, name what I notice, and keep you accountable in a way that's supportive, not shaming.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Natasha Clark

Natasha Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi, I’m Natasha, a practicing therapist with over 18 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges.

Over the years, I’ve supported clients through struggles with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, life transitions, ADHD, and family dynamics. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical—I believe therapy should be a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make real, lasting changes.

I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, tailoring each session to your unique needs. Clients often share that they value my ability to listen deeply, provide fresh perspectives, and offer tools they can use in daily life.

If you’re looking for a therapist who combines compassion with nearly two decades of professional experience, I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward growth, clarity, and healing.

Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Coalter

David Coalter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I work with high-functioning adults—often executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals—who have survived domestic violence, emotional abuse, or chronic trauma, and are ready to move beyond survival mode into real stability and direction. If you’re successful on the outside but exhausted, hypervigilant, or disconnected on the inside, this is where the real work begins.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melissa Hamilton

Melissa Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“Therapy should be used as a tool to provide the knowledge, help, and support needed to understand problems and develop skills to cope with them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 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.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, 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.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
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.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
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.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon O'Connell

Shannon O'Connell

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I often use humor in my sessions when appropriate. The greatest compliment I receive when client's overcome their challenges and meet their goals is that they never felt judged by me.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Saint Peters, MO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Saint Peters, MO
There are over 90 therapists in Saint Peters, MO accepting new patients.
90+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 94%Anxiety
  • 90%Stress management
  • 90%Depression
  • 83%Trauma
  • 80%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 84%Cigna
  • 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 89%Woman
  • 10%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 79%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 1%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy

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Find the right therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Saint Peters

Searching for therapists in Saint Peters starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want care for. People often look for therapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship concerns, grief, life transitions, or support after major changes at home or work. As you compare therapists, look for specialties and approaches that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed therapy, or couples counseling. A therapist’s profile can also show how they structure sessions and what you can expect from their style of care.

In a smaller city like Saint Peters, the local pool of therapists may be more focused than in nearby larger markets. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in Missouri. Some people prefer an office visit, while others choose virtual care for evening availability, Saturday appointments, or less travel time. Before booking, check whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers a schedule that fits your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation so you can get a clearer sense of fit.

Therapy in Saint Peters can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who take insurance, review detailed bios, verify your benefits, and see an estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. You can browse therapists in Saint Peters, compare availability and specialties, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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