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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in St. Louis, MO

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in St. Louis, MO

Headway connects St. Louis residents with 403 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based addiction treatment, including CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction approaches. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and many patients pay as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Sara Khaledpour

Sara Khaledpour

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My clients describe me as a compassionate, good communication skills, encouraging and cultural competence.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Andrew Mahtani

Andrew Mahtani

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to explore experiences, build practical skills, and navigate life's challenges—come as you are, and we'll work together from there.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension,

Martha Green

Martha Green

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in building relationship via honest, open communication... which is needed to work through what brings you to therapy.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

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,

Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Butler, Lcsw

Chelsea Butler, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


If you're carrying the weight of depression, anxiety, or a past you haven't been able to fully

process, you don't have to figure it out alone. With more than five years as a Licensed Clinical

Social Worker, I work with adults and seniors who are ready to make sense of what they've been

through and start moving toward the life they want to build.


I have a particular passion for working with people navigating mood disorders like bipolar disorder,

trauma and PTSD, and the kind of emotional challenges men often face but rarely talk about. I also

work with couples who want to strengthen their connection before things fall apart.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension,


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,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension,

Michael James

Michael James

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Taking the step to participate in therapy/counseling takes tremendous courage. As a therapist, my job is to create an atmosphere that encourages an alliance...”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Tracy Johnson

Tracy Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • St. Peters, MO


“My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my patients to feel at ease throughout their therapeutic journey.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Wade Kidner

Wade Kidner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

220 Main Street, 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,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Olga Eldridge

Olga Eldridge

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe everyone deserves to wake up feeling that today can be a good day—and that even if tomorrow is challenging, they have the tools to handle whatever stressors come their way.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Yue Tan

Yue Tan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want my clients to feel wanted, loved and accepted, I teach them skills so they can soothe their nervous system, reach a better state of mind.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Creative, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Savannah Harness

Savannah Harness

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I aim to create a relaxed, welcoming space where clients feel safe to explore what's going on in their lives.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Kenya Hicks

Kenya Hicks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

10109 East 63rd Street, Raytown, MO

“I take a collaborative, down-to-earth approach to therapy, meeting you where you are without judgment.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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

Jake Maggard

Jake Maggard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

222 West Gregory Boulevard, 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,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health,

David Clark

David Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Every session will end with two questions. "Have we learned anything here today?" and "What's going to be different this week, because if nothing changes, nothing changes."”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Depression, Family issues,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

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,

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Fitzgerald

Ashley Fitzgerald

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, which means I'm specially trained to help people living with disabilities, including support around work and employment.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Smith

Maria Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


No matter how long you have struggled, or how stuck you feel, you CAN heal and grow...I believe that; and I will help you believe that, as we work together. I work with people of all ages who struggle with a wide range of issues including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and interpersonal issues. You will be in a safe, empathic, and non-judgmental space with me, as we do healing and transformative work, and I would be honored to help empower you to move forward.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Curative,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Jacob Wilmes

Jacob Wilmes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


Jake Wilmes- Journey Psyche Profile

Through years of practice treating adults with acute and chronic mental health

diagnoses, he has developed an effective, patient-centered approach to treating

psychiatric symptoms. Jake has a strong background in treating individuals

experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and various other psychiatric

related concerns.

Approach/Style

My focused approach to psychiatric care utilizes compassionate, collaborative, and

patient-centered style of patient care. I believe every patient is unique and presents with

their own distinctive treatment needs when providing psychiatric care. I strive to create a

welcoming, non-judgmental environment where each person feels heard, respected,

and understood. I believe patients should be active participants in their care, and I work

alongside them to develop individualized treatment plans that align with their own

distinctive goals, values, and expected treatment outcomes.

Availability

Tuesday and Wednesday: 8am-6pm Central Time

Thursday: 8am-6pm Central Time (This availability will not start until mid-November as I

rearrange my schedule with my other employer.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Goddard

Julie Goddard

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want my clients to feel confident and empowered. I believe that emotional regulation is the key to keeping us emotionally grounded and also that to manage your emotions you must allow yourself to feel them first.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Sam Brannen

Dr. Sam Brannen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am known as a therapist who challenges clients to initiate and experience change in their lives which will lead to A much more satisfactory quality of life.”

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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

Rixie Morris

Rixie Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have a passion for working with adults who may look like they have it all together on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns they don't understand.”

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Catherine Bustos

Catherine Bustos

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I understand shift work, the chain of command, the fear of being labeled unfit for duty, and the dark humor that gets people through a bad night.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Direct, Holistic

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension,

Shaun Fossett

Shaun Fossett

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, he takes the approach of adapting to the unique needs of each person he works with while collaborating with them to achieve their goals.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Megan Fisher

Megan Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I base how I work with clients off of what will work best for them. I am very authentic and specialize in trauma work, depression, and anxiety.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Sisk

Allison Sisk

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“I come to this work with a deep sense of purpose, shaped by my own experience serving in the military and witnessing the profound impact trauma can have on individuals and communities.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Participatory, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rob Gould

Rob Gould

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe meaningful change begins with feeling understood, developing greater self-awareness, and learning how to respond differently to life's challenges.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ally Allen

Ally Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with over three years of experience helping individuals navigate and process traumatic events. I am passionate about supporting clients in growing and excelling amid life's challenges. I want everyone to grow and become a healthier, more balanced version of themselves.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Dan Cooper

Dan Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I would describe myself as conversational and collaborative. I don't regard myself as "well" and my clients "unwell."”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

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,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Boyer

Shannon Boyer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1037 East Township Street, Republic, MO

“I am passionate about helping individuals navigate personal and emotional challenges while building confidence, resilience, and healthier relationships.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension,

Jason Franklin

Jason Franklin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

716 North 22nd Street, Ozark, MO

“The most important aspect of therapy for me is that you leave my office feeling safe and comfortable.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sydney Humphrey

Sydney Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want you to be comfortable in your own skin, as your own person, and it is my mission for all people to develop a genuine Love for SELF.”

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Kimberly Steinmann

Kimberly Steinmann

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is to work as a team with my clients. I tailor each session to my clients individual needs and readiness for change.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Amy Burlison

Amy Burlison

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Take the first step and I will walk the entire healing journey with you, we will build in restorative breaks as we go.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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

Ed Cullumber

Ed Cullumber

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension,

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,

Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Yvonne Nuffer

Yvonne Nuffer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am familiar and comfortable working with people who have physical and emotional characteristics that require unique strategies for coping.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension,

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of St. Louis, MO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of St. Louis, MO
There are over 24 therapists in St. Louis, MO accepting new patients.
24+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 83%Trauma
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 75%Ascension
  • 63%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Hindi
  • 4%Portuguese
  • 4%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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  • 75%Woman
  • 25%Man
License types
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  • 54%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 46%Family therapy
  • 42%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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