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Top therapists in Missouri accepting new patients

Find mental health support across Missouri with Headway's network of 1,266 licensed providers. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage to help you access care without financial barriers.

Rachael Carr

Rachael Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Samuel Temesgen

Samuel Temesgen

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Missouri


That I intend to fully invest myself in helping them

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jaquette Sterling-Ransom

Jaquette Sterling-Ransom

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melanie Shands

Melanie Shands

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Republic, MO


Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alexandra Swinney

Alexandra Swinney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
April Adams Edwards

April Adams Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Debora Jette

Debora Jette

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joseph McKinney

Joseph McKinney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ozark, MO


ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Witte

Paul Witte

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


Hello. After graduating with a degree in mental health counseling I began working with refugees and immigrants in St. Louis. I have been able to work with people from all over the world and help them to heal from trauma. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Thalia Tucci Aprn, Pmhnp-Bc, Pmh-C

Thalia Tucci Aprn, Pmhnp-Bc, Pmh-C

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


***Same day appointments may be available****

Download the SPRUCE APP and text us!

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ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Michelle Moore

Michelle Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clayton, MO


Hello! Congratulations on taking this step, it can be hard. I’ve practiced for 7 years. If you're struggling with, grief and loss. Also care givers with burnout and no place to turn.

Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tarisha Starks

Tarisha Starks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


I will support you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. I wholeheartedly enjoy providing a warm and welcoming space. My faith informs my practice by highlighting the importance of hope, resilience, and holistic growth. I believe that healing is possible, and I am committed to helping you move toward purpose.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexandria Zachary

Alexandria Zachary

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My person centered approach allows clients to take the lead while also receiving any tools that may be necessary on their journeys to wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimberly Webb

Kimberly Webb

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Salicia Mazero

Salicia Mazero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Kepler

Elizabeth Kepler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Foster

Lauren Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have a compassion-focused, person-centered style. I enjoy helping others connect the dots and understand themselves a little bit better.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shannon Carnal

Shannon Carnal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Steelville, MO


“I believe children and adolescents have a natural capacity for growth when provided with safety, acceptance, and genuine connection.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Trauma
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Towner

Emily Towner

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“Therapy will alleviate these stressors through a process of personal insight, change, and opening your eyes to a new way of seeing your life and how you react to it!”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Wise Well

Wise Well

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe everyone has the innate ability to change their life for the better, and I am here to help you do just that.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hannah Mooney

Hannah Mooney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


“Therapy's a fun adventure with me! I listen with a smile, zap negative thoughts, heal tough memories with EMDR, and let you shine through art—no skills needed!”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mark Koch

Mark Koch

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Charles, MO


“My style is to listen carefully to your complaints or concerns, then to check with you to insure that we have agreement as to what you would like to change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Dixon

Andrew Dixon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“You can expect a warm and easy-going approach to our sessions. However, you will be challenged to practice coping strategies in order to get to your identified outcome.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christy Song

Christy Song

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who helps clients heal from trauma, reclaim self-trust, and create relationships rooted in consent, curiosity, and compassion. My work is grounded in EMDR, trauma-informed care, and systemic therapy. I also specialize in working with queer, trans, and polyamorous communities, helping clients explore identity, navigate complex relationships, and find safety in authenticity.

I approach therapy as a collaborative and affirming process—one where we slow down, notice what’s happening in your body, and make sense of your story without shame. My clinical background includes extensive training in dissociation, attachment, and complex trauma, as well as experience supporting survivors of narcissistic and relational abuse.

My goal is to offer a grounded, compassionate space for clients to rediscover their capacity for healing and wholeness.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kathryn Sheridan

Dr. Kathryn Sheridan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Czarina Bello

Czarina Bello

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Missouri

Number of therapists serving Missouri
There are over 1,271 therapists in Missouri accepting new patients.
1,271+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 82%Trauma
  • 81%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 79%Online only
  • 20%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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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 Mental Health Therapist in Missouri

Searching for therapists in Missouri is easier when you start with the type of support you want. Missouri has a wide range of therapists across urban and rural areas, so available specialties may vary by location. You might look for help with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions. As you compare Missouri therapists, review each therapist’s listed specialties, approach, and experience. Some therapists focus on cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or trauma-informed care, while others may specialize in couples counseling, family counseling, or support for specific life stages.

Practical fit matters, too. If you live in Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Warrensburg, or a smaller Missouri community, consider whether in-person sessions or virtual appointments fit your schedule and location. You can also narrow your search by appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, therapy style, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading a therapist’s bio before booking can help you understand how they structure sessions, how they describe their communication style, and whether their professional counseling experience matches what you’re looking for.

The cost of mental health care in Missouri can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists and counselors who accept insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose from available in-person or virtual sessions. Nationally, Headway partners with 70+ insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to confirm coverage for your specific plan and location. From there, you can browse profiles, compare fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and 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.