Find a therapist in St. Louis, MO — covered by insurance
Top therapists in St. Louis, MO accepting new patients
St. Louis residents in Central West End, Benton Park, and beyond can access therapy with 1,346 providers on Headway. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage options to fit your needs.
I am a psychotherapist specializing in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, trauma‐informed care, religious trauma, leaving influential groups, and integrative mind–body approaches. My work focuses on helping clients identify and transform the recurring emotional and relational patterns that often stem from unresolved trauma or early life experiences. By combining insight‐oriented therapy with energy work and the grounding wisdom of nature, I support clients in accessing deeper self‐understanding and creating lasting internal change.
I am a Christian counselor. I like to watch the Lord transform lives and bring order to the chaos in our lives. I am a grief specialist. I've been helping people walk through grief for almost 15 years. It's not 'goodbye' forever, it's just 'goodbye' for now. There is peace in knowing Jesus and that faith brings comfort in all types of struggle.
I believe that everyone is worthy of love and belonging and we all have a story to tell. I use my education and background to help you process past trauma, current confusion, and relational dynamics so you can experience true healing and flourishing. If you feel stuck in the same patterns or bogged down by shame, I'm so glad you're here, and I would be honored to walk with you through the darkness to a place of light and life!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and concerns related to alcohol use. I especially enjoy working with clients who may appear capable and successful on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or disconnected from themselves.
My style is warm, conversational, nonjudgmental, and straightforward. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable being yourself rather than feeling like you have to say the “right” thing in session. My goal is to understand both what you are struggling with and who you are as a person so that therapy feels relevant to your life.
Hi! I'm Melissa and excited to work with you! I love working with women who are in mid life and navigating all that comes our way. From Perimenopause/menopause, chronic health concerns, and relationships, I'm hear to support you.
I am a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor and have a Masters in Clinical Psychology with 20 years of experience and I'm ready to hear your story. I work with adults from college age through mid-life who are navigating a life transition, feeling stuck and finally ready for movement towards change. Some clients come in with a clear goal and a timeline. Others just need room and guidance to figure it out. I've spent many years in private practice and of late in a hospital setting as well as taught graduate courses. I bring knowledge, skills and depth with a down-to-earth relatable energy.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of St. Louis, MO
- 95%Anxiety
- 91%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 82%Trauma
- 81%Relationship issues
- 99%Aetna
- 80%Cigna
- 66%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 61%Ascension
- 99%English
- 2%Spanish
- 1%Bosnian
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Portuguese
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
- 85%Woman
- 14%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 66%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 1%Licensed Psychologist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 34%Family therapy
- 24%Couples therapy
- 22%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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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 St. Louis
Searching for therapists in St. Louis starts with finding someone whose experience fits what you want to focus on. Therapists may support people with concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, and life transitions. As you compare St. Louis therapists, look for specialties and approaches that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, couples counseling, or support for a specific life stage. A therapist’s profile can also show how they describe their style, what sessions may focus on, and who they often work with.
St. Louis offers therapy options across neighborhoods like Central West End, Benton Park, Tower Grove, and nearby areas, as well as virtual appointments with Missouri-licensed therapists. Some people prefer an office that fits their commute or daily routine. Others choose virtual therapy in St. Louis for more scheduling options. Beyond specialty, compare appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether a free phone consultation is available. Reading bios before booking can help you understand each therapist’s communication style and decide who may be a strong fit.
Therapy in St. Louis can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, shows estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and lets you filter by preferences like location, specialty, availability, and appointment format. You can browse therapists, review bios, 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.