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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Missouri

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Missouri

Missouri residents seeking postpartum support can access 349 providers through Headway's platform offering talk therapy and medication management. With 25M+ therapy sessions held, Headway connects you to compassionate providers with availability as soon as the next day.

Dr. Tara Wallace

Dr. Tara Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in trauma-responsive care, including art therapy, bibliotherapy, maternal mental health, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and the treatment of problematic sexualized...”
“I specialize in trauma-responsive care, including art therapy, bibliotherapy, maternal mental health, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and the treatment of problematic sexualized... In our first session, my responsibility is to create an environment that is calm, respectful, and emotionally safe.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Ashley Nerusu

Ashley Nerusu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“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...”
“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...”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Anastasia Coleman

Anastasia Coleman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

888 Haines, Liberty, MO

“Ana is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) clinician at 816 Counseling Services, serving clients throughout Missouri and Kansas via...”
“Ana is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) clinician at 816 Counseling Services, serving clients throughout Missouri and Kansas via telehealth. She works with children, teens, adults, and families navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, relationship struggles, and emotional...”

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Perkins

Kate Perkins

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy can help the transition into motherhood as well as challenge any scary and distressing thoughts associated with becoming a parent. Together, we can help you find the courage to heal from the past, turn down...”
“Therapy can help the transition into motherhood as well as challenge any scary and distressing thoughts associated with becoming a parent. Together, we can help you find the courage to heal from the past, turn down the negative voice in your mind...”

Maternal mental health, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Mikesell

Christina Mikesell

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have training in Maternal Mental Health, DBT, EMDR, SFT, and CBT. I use these and a warm human approach to healing during sessions. I am here to help you find the way to your peace.”
“I have training in Maternal Mental Health, DBT, EMDR, SFT, and CBT. I use these and a warm human approach to healing during sessions. I am here to help you find the way to your peace. You will have a relevant homework assignment, often in the form of journaling or self-assessment to show areas of growth.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Leibrand

Sarah Leibrand

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Whether you are facing stress, anxiety, motherhood, caregiving, or a major life change, you do not have to sort it out alone. Together we will work on helping you feel like yourself again.”
“Whether you are facing stress, anxiety, motherhood, caregiving, or a major life change, you do not have to sort it out alone. Together we will work on helping you feel like yourself again. I bring a warm, down to earth style and I understand how easy it is to lose track of your own needs while caring for everyone else.”

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Haley Wills

Haley Wills

Therapist

Virtual • Jackson, MO


“Whether you are navigating neurodivergence, OCD and anxiety are controlling youre life, or you are walking through the grief and pain of infertility, I am here to help you pursue a life where you are flourishing...”
“Whether you are navigating neurodivergence, OCD and anxiety are controlling youre life, or you are walking through the grief and pain of infertility, I am here to help you pursue a life where you are flourishing... My clinical approach is rooted in the belief that every person has the capacity for growth and self-healing.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Sara Appleton

Sara Appleton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Sara has a passion for helping women within the perinatal and postnatal journey, managing depression, anxiety, and the unique issues concerning the LGBTQA2S+ community.”
“Sara has a passion for helping women within the perinatal and postnatal journey, managing depression, anxiety, and the unique issues concerning the LGBTQA2S+ community. She treats people as human beings and does not reduce them to their personal difficulties, allowing clients to illuminate the solutions already buried inside them.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Curative,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madelyn Hindia

Madelyn Hindia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm Madelyn Hindia, a psychiatric nurse practitioner with extensive experience in inpatient and outpatient settings, focusing on women's mental health and certified in perinatal mental health.”
“I'm Madelyn Hindia, a psychiatric nurse practitioner with extensive experience in inpatient and outpatient settings, focusing on women's mental health and certified in perinatal mental health. My approach to care is deeply rooted in a non-judgmental, empathetic, and patient-centered philosophy.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Marni Scott

Marni Scott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1512 North Church Road, Liberty, MO

“...treatment of anxiety and am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), with additional experience supporting clients through grief and loss, life transitions, boundary-setting, and perinatal...”
“...treatment of anxiety and am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), with additional experience supporting clients through grief and loss, life transitions, boundary-setting, and perinatal... My approach is direct, practical, and grounded in compassion. I believe therapy should be both supportive and productive—helping...”

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Peroutka

Cara Peroutka

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

8654 Orf Road, Lake Saint Louis, MO

“I also hold specialized training for perinatal and post-partum moms and am a Certified Trauma Professional (CCTP) and a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT-C).”
“I also hold specialized training for perinatal and post-partum moms and am a Certified Trauma Professional (CCTP) and a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT-C). My style is warm, grounded, and collaborative. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach, each person's story matters, and therapy should reflect that.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Direct, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Westbrook

Sarah Westbrook

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“As a former Army wife, a mother of special needs children, with a history of infertility... I tend to approach treatment eclectically, meaning I take methods from multiple modalities to design a customized approach...”
“As a former Army wife, a mother of special needs children, with a history of infertility... I tend to approach treatment eclectically, meaning I take methods from multiple modalities to design a customized approach for each client.”

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Chana Greenwald

Chana Greenwald

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

9666 Olive Boulevard, St. Louis, MO

My name is Chana. I'm a licensed professional counselor in practice since 2012. I obtained my degree from UMSL and subsequently earned certificates in trauma/PTSD and in couples counseling/intimate relationship skills. I have experience working with couples and families as well as adolescents and adults struggling with depression, trauma, anxiety grief and other life challenges.

(Insurance is accepted for individual counseling but not for couples and family counseling)

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Melanie Beal

Melanie Beal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


I am a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 16 years of experience in healthcare. I began my career practicing in a rural community, where I quickly saw how limited access to mental health care affected individuals and families.

Throughout my career, I found myself increasingly drawn to the mental health needs of my patients. I wanted the opportunity to do more, build relationships, and help create change. This passion led me to pursue certification in psychiatric mental health.

My background in both family medicine and psychiatry allows me to approach mental health from a whole-person perspective, recognizing the importance of the relationship between physical and emotional well-being.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Energetic, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Rhema Bechthold

Rhema Bechthold

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Rhema primarily works with adults and trauma survivors, walking alongside clients as they learn to stay present, build healthy coping tools, and create lives that feel grounded, connected, and worth living.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gene Garcia

Gene Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3322 South Campbell Avenue, 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.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Williams

Candice Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“One small change can make a difference in any outcome if you allow it and are brave enough to take a risk.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Saribeth Lavely

Saribeth Lavely

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I tend to work well with people who want therapy to feel human and collaborative rather than overly formal or clinical.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Sandra Labadia

Sandra Labadia

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for 10 years, I work with a plethora of inter-generational clients aged 21-90 who are struggling with anxiety and depression and trauma.

As a chaplain, I take a psycho-spiritual approach and work with clients assisting with intercultural issues, blended family dynamics, religiosity challenges and grief & loss.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Dyer

Amy Dyer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am concentrating on trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use disorder, and am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

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.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Laronda Treadway

Laronda Treadway

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe lasting change happens when we honor your unique strengths and your story, not just the problem that brought you in.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Adrianna Webb-Hudson

Adrianna Webb-Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I create an atmosphere that is relaxed yet purposeful, always grounded in active listening and clear, respectful boundaries.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Dr. Ebitari O Fregene

Dr. Ebitari O Fregene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chesterfield, MO


“I aim to be a beacon of hope as I identify my patients' strengths and guide them toward a brighter future.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kaylen Fitzpatrick

Dr. Kaylen Fitzpatrick

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct. I'll help you gain insight into what's driving your anxiety, overthinking, relationship struggles, or emotional exhaustion while equipping you with practical tools to create lasting change.”

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD,

Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance

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.”

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Energetic, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Katherine Pray

Katherine Pray

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Sessions with me tend to feel practical and unhurried. We start with whatever is actually hardest this week...”

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

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!

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

Ramona Johnson

Ramona Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm and genuine, but I also like to challenge my clients to help them reach their potential.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Dr. Erin Shannon

Dr. Erin Shannon

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to make sure you have tools and techniques that actually work for you and that you can use them on DAY ONE to see a positive impact and feel better!”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Reanna Davis

Reanna Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want you to leave the first session feeling heard, comfortable, and clear about what our work together may look like.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Solange-Belle Anyu

Solange-Belle Anyu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive for the best health outcome by offering personalized, non-judgmental, compassionate, and evidence-based treatment.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Jessica Gunkel

Jessica Gunkel

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that relationships cause tremendous pain but can also be the source of magnificent healing.”

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mai Lisi

Mai Lisi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

14323 South Outer Forty Road, Town and Country, MO

“My approach to therapy is thoughtful, strategic, and action-oriented. I listen carefully to understand not only what's happening, but why it keeps happening.”

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaci Goldinher

Kaci Goldinher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in trauma recovery using mindfulness, affect regulation, coping methods, relaxation techniques, and cognitive processing.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellie De Lucca

Ellie De Lucca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3892 Wyoming Street, St. Louis, MO

“My goal is to help you stop being a character in your own life and start becoming the author of your own story.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Challenging, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Curative,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Moles

Erin Moles

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or struggling with stress and anxiety...”

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Relationship issues,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

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.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Leah Donnelson

Leah Donnelson

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“My hope for each person who comes to see me is that they feel heard and seen. I want to create a safe place for people who are struggling to be able to open up, share their difficult stories, and also learn about themselves.”

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Missouri

Number of therapists serving Missouri
There are over 349 therapists in Missouri accepting new patients.
349+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 89%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Ascension Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 95%Woman
  • 5%Man
License types
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  • 51%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
  • 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 40%Couples therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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