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Family therapy and counseling in Missouri

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Top family therapists in Missouri

Family relationships deserve expert care. Missouri families access 439 providers specializing in parent-child attachment, couples communication, and multigenerational dynamics through Headway. Sessions are available within days with flexible scheduling and insurance accepted to reduce your out-of-pocket costs.

Michelle Langley

Michelle Langley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hello,

I look forward working with you as you navigate

Life’s transitions—whether in relationships, work, or health—can be challenging. Together, we’ll navigate these changes and uncover new possibilities for growth and peace.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Chambliss

Jacqueline Chambliss

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“With over twenty of working with adults through depression, anxiety, substance use and PTSD has taught me that most people do not need a perfect starting point.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrea Levitan

Andrea Levitan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My greatest strength is thinking outside the box. Using my broad range of interests and experiences, I strive to have a unique perspective when approaching your issues.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sally Crisp

Sally Crisp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“I worked as a psychiatric and emergency room registered nurse for eight years before obtaining a Master of Science of Nursing degree.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Trina Jansen

Trina Jansen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 25 years of experience, and I'm here to help you make sense of what you're feeling and move toward the goals that matter to you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Mingle

Lauren Mingle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in working with high-functioning, motivated people who look "fine" on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stretched thin on the inside.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dayanand Shepherd

Dayanand Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“I'm a pragmatic therapist who offers a blend of straightforward, solution-focused strategies and skills that foster deeper insight and self-awareness.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Cowartiz Merkerson

Dr. Cowartiz Merkerson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in working with children, adolescents, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, trauma, communication struggles, and life stressors, using a collaborative and evidence-based approach.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marisel Gaviria Robertson

Marisel Gaviria Robertson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi, I'm Marisel, a bilingual therapist offering sessions in English and Spanish. For over 10 years, social work has shaped how I see people, and earning my Master of

Social Work deepened my commitment to trauma informed, culturally responsive care. I specialize in supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors through anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, and life transitions. In our space, you will feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Juliana Jones

Juliana Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to take charge of your mental health.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bonnie Define

Bonnie Define

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, compassionate, and solution-focused. I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen and heard...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Marquita Tolbert

Marquita Tolbert

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mark Acker

Mark Acker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ozark, MO


I began my career in community mental health in 2010. I completed my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Evangel University. Prior to becoming a therapist I worked as a nurse for 13 years. This background leads me to take a holistic, whole-person approach to my practice. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and have specialized in treatment of trauma, ADHD, and child-parent conflicts.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Robin Larson-Molzen

Robin Larson-Molzen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


“I'm versed in a large number of modalities, but I do like Cognitive-Behavioral, Short term, solution focused therapy, EMDR for trauma recovery, and Client Centered approaches.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Sanburn

Sarah Sanburn

Therapist

Virtual • Webster Groves, MO


“I utilize play therapy to help children (2+) build emotional strength, resilience and an internal sense of calm.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kate Perkins

Kate Perkins

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Together, we can help you find the courage to heal from the past, turn down the negative voice in your mind...”
Family issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Haglund

Lisa Haglund

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I focus on gently exploring the childhood experiences, trauma histories, and life circumstances that shape how we think, feel, and move through the world.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelley Beckley

Shelley Beckley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My treatment approach focuses on empowering you to overcome challenges, helping you become unstuck, to make the changes you are seeking.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lori McAllister

Lori McAllister

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe clients already carry the resources they need for healing, and my role is to help them reconnect with those strengths.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jerome Anderson

Dr. Jerome Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I prioritize creating a professional, confidential environment where they feel respected, heard, and able to speak candidly.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Curtis Kolle

Curtis Kolle

Therapist

Virtual • Independence, MO


“I will use person centered strength-based approach. This will ensure that the person is heard and understood through their own individual experiences.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Deidra Evans

Deidra Evans

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hazelwood, MO


“My approach to counseling is client-centered, meaning I create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lenae Tippett

Lenae Tippett

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, and I aim to create an emotionally safe environment where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to take meaningful steps forward.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Diaz

Julie Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help clients develop practical coping skills they can use in daily life while also making space for the deeper work of understanding patterns, pain, and what they want next.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Roian Baalman

Roian Baalman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You can expect to learn things about yourself and those around you that will amaze and intrigue you...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Christopher Chiarino

Christopher Chiarino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“It has been my experience that collaborating with clients to help facilitate healing and growth is empowering and transformative for them.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dusha Cecil

Dusha Cecil

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, MO


“I employ a client-centered approach rooted in systems theory, seamlessly integrating cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michael Vaughn

Michael Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Belton, MO


“I am passionate about helping individuals and families by providing a holistic counseling approach of instruction, guidance, and insight so they can achieve meaning and purpose in their lives through personal development and emotional growth.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kevin Kohnke

Kevin Kohnke

Therapist

Virtual • Wellsville, MO


“I'm passionate about this work because I've been there myself. I know what it's like to battle anxiety and depression...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Franklin

Jason Franklin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ozark, MO


“The most important aspect of therapy for me is that you leave my office feeling safe and comfortable.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Treviño

Lauren Treviño

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy should be a welcoming, nonjudgmental space that fosters growth, self-awareness, and positive change.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Infertility
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kori Cherry

Kori Cherry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My use of DBT, CBT and trauma focused interventions will help improve management of high stress, increase meaningful communication with those significant in your life, increase self awareness, and better regulate intense emotions.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Tiffany Castleman

Dr. Tiffany Castleman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in creating a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly and collaboratively work towards your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Julie LaCubbert

Dr. Julie LaCubbert

Therapist

Virtual • Blue Springs, MO


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the states of South Carolina and Missouri, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor, AAMFT approved. I have loved working with individuals, couples, and families over the past 15 years of practice!

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Aaron Robbins

Aaron Robbins

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe reaching out is a meaningful step, and you deserve care that is respectful, individualized, and grounded in who you are - not just in the challenges you are facing.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angela Boen

Angela Boen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ellisville, MO


“I take pride in maintaining a relaxed and approachable style that allows my clients to feel truly at ease from the moment they step into our session.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sheila Buie

Sheila Buie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lebanon, MO


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely and begin the healing process at your own pace.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Olivia Parks

Olivia Parks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable being yourself—without judgment or pressure to have everything figured out.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our family therapists in Missouri

Number of therapists serving Missouri
There are over 428 therapists in Missouri accepting new patients.
428+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 90%Relationship issues
  • 87%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%German
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 76%Online only
  • 23%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 1%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 1%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 46%Couples therapy
  • 32%Child or adolescent therapy

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