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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, MO

Headway connects Columbia residents with UnitedHealthcare-covered talk therapy and medication management from 371 providers nationwide. Start your journey with a free intake call and copays between $0-$40.

Jason Edwards

Jason Edwards

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Columbia, MO


“I approach clients from both a cognitive and emotion-focused perspective but overall, I aim to help individuals feel free.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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Michael Sousa

Michael Sousa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Columbia, MO


“I blend attentive listening with practical strategy to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive

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Jennifer Hrebar-Ihler

Jennifer Hrebar-Ihler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Fulton, MO


“I strive to provide a supportive, respectful, safe space where you will be able to share and explore vulnerable thoughts and feelings.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

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Christy Stephens

Christy Stephens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Jefferson City, MO


“My goal is only to tune in to my client, validate their experiences and empower them to move toward a hopeful and peaceful existence.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
“My professional journey and lived experiences shape how I show up in the therapy space—with empathy, cultural awareness, and a deep respect for each client's story.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Traci Baker

Traci Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use CBT and other evidence-based practices to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Bliss

Kate Bliss

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Feeling supported, and being heard without judgement. Having a warm, professional come along side you with encouragement...”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Amelia Mayadenu

Amelia Mayadenu

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that therapy is best when it is a collaborative approach. I will be there to guide you with resources, tools, psychoeducation, and the most effective techniques to fit your needs.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Misty Abbott

Misty Abbott

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Misty specializes in anxiety symptom management and is passionate about teaching evidence-based tools that empower individuals to take back control of their lives.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Tiffany Guthrie

Tiffany Guthrie

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I gently lead individuals to the healing that frees them from their pasts, creates structure and confidence within themselves and promotes an intentional and personally satisfying life.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Jennifer Garland

Jennifer Garland

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that therapy should feel like a safe space where you are met with warmth, honesty, and respect.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Audrey Thomas

Audrey Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is for you to leave each session feeling like healing and growth is possible for you (because it is).”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Marian Wandall-Kern

Marian Wandall-Kern

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, with 14 years of experience supporting adults through meaningful personal growth and healing. I provide a compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming space where clients can explore their inner world, develop resilience, and build deeper connections — with themselves and others.

I hold a Master’s degree in Counseling and enjoy using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Attachment-Based Therapy. These evidence-based approaches allow me to support clients in processing trauma, understanding emotional patterns, and fostering lasting change from the inside out.

United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Willow Wakeley-Smith

Willow Wakeley-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that everyone experiences life in their own unique way and that helping requires respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Vanessa Wilson-Cox

Vanessa Wilson-Cox

Therapist

Virtual • Bridgeton, MO


My name is Vanessa Cox. I'm the Founder and CEO of Extensive Prevention Intervention Counseling Services (EPICS) LLC, a professional counseling practice, and the Founder and Board Secretary of EPICS J. R. Foundation. The driving force behind my lifework has been a personal mission to live with integrity and make a difference in the lives of others. With over 30 years of clinical and administrative experience,

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Arielle Speer

Arielle Speer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Ari is a neurodivergent therapist with extensive experience working with and supporting other neurodivergent folk.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Jedediah Wilson

Jedediah Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is simple: no stuffy therapy sessions or rigid protocols - just genuine, relaxed conversations that help you confront the issues that are holding you back.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
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.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Fiordaliza Sandoval

Fiordaliza Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Independence, MO


“I will honor your uniqueness and help you identify what is important to you, your needs and your strengths.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Lauren Robinson

Lauren Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use humor and positive/affirming approaches to help my clients feel safe and comfortable in each session...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katrena Armstrong

Katrena Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You will be seen, heard, and affirmed. At the same time, you will be gently challenged, supported in broadening your perspective, and taught mindfulness techniques.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
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.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Erin Gamwell

Erin Gamwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I am passionate about working with individuals to navigate challenges and foster healthier relationships.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Vesta Towels

Vesta Towels

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“People can expect to gain valuable self-insights and practical strategies that are easy to incorporate into daily life...”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Mercedes Crayton

Mercedes Crayton

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I am a warm, uplifting, dedicated therapist, with years of experience working in both in-patient and outpatient settings.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marisa Chovan

Marisa Chovan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I take a directive approach in counseling, guiding my clients through the process to make it easier for them.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Tess DeProw

Dr. Tess DeProw

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Life can be challenging from time to time, rather than continuing to struggle reach out and I can help you obtain the necessary skills to be confident in the decisions you make.

United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Hayley Limbach

Hayley Limbach

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Art Therapist who values authenticity, playfulness, and collaboration in the therapeutic process.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Irena Bartnick

Irena Bartnick

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My priority is to create a safe, compassionate environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Portnoy

Steven Portnoy

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond Heights, MO


“I work to offer a warm and collaborative relationship that is also challenging, direct, and invested in your growth as a person.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
LaDawna Thomas

LaDawna Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


To Thine Own Self Be True! Your emotional well being is a vital part of being productive and living a well balanced life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a life long passion for helping others. I have provided services to youth and adults for over 30 years and I specialize in anger management, depression, family and intimate relationship issues, anxiety disorders, perinatal mental health, and behavior modification.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Benes

Rebecca Benes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Peters, MO


“I have experience working with individuals as they navigate grief and loss, family relationships, trauma, depression and anxiety.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Gary Schmidt

Gary Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and I'm here to support you on your journey back to the "Self" - That calm, clear, confident center that's always been there.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Lakey

Mary Lakey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am an empathic, open-minded and compassionate counselor willing to actively listen, validate, and encourage you to become the best version of yourself.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
T. Michelle Brown-Parkhurst

T. Michelle Brown-Parkhurst

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I approach therapy in a very collaborative way. I encourage self-reflection, growth, and personal development.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Jennifer Sprague

Jennifer Sprague

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use a person-centered approach to therapy. I know that each person needs to be treated as the individual they are.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Richelle Massengale

Richelle Massengale

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work from a holistic approach, meaning, in our time together, we will address your whole lifestyle and how that contributes to your wellbeing.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Chronic conditions, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Nick Butcher

Nick Butcher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I make frequent use of a questioning style referred to as guided discovery to identify your viewpoint and beliefs.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Felicia Thomas

Felicia Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


Very empathic, resilient, welcoming and non judgmental.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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