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Top family therapists in Independence, MO

Family challenges don't wait, and neither should your support. In Independence, Headway provides accessible family counseling through 376 providers trained in evidence-based approaches to strengthen relationships, resolve conflicts, and foster deeper understanding among family members.

Gary Ridings

Gary Ridings

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to help the client feel relaxed and comfortable in session and to help them determine and reach their goals of living a healthy and fulfilling life.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Hope Missey-Wodarczyk

Hope Missey-Wodarczyk

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I offer a welcoming, affirming, and inclusive space where clients of all identities and lived experiences feel seen, heard, and valued.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ronita Herron

Ronita Herron

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I take an eclectic approach to therapy—tailoring my methods to fit your unique needs rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all model.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Abigail Ortego

Abigail Ortego

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Old Monroe, MO


“I focus on a client's relationship with self and others as a springboard for the direction of healing.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Charles Quinn

Dr. Charles Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • Waynesville, MO


Hi, my name is Dr. Charles Quinn. I am a retired military soldier, served 25 years, and have been in the field of counseling for over fifteen years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief and loss, past traumatic experiences, conflict resolution, self-injury, bullying, and other issues. The modalities that I incorporate into my sessions are Cognitive-Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, Solution-Focused, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention, among others. It is important to meet the client where they are and tailor a specific program that addresses their unique concerns and needs. I practice from a perspective of compassion, acceptance, and trust building. It is my mission to ensure my clients feel safe, not judged, and accepted as we begin to work together. I am committed to creating an environment that fosters truth without judgment, safety without fear, and hope in an otherwise hopeless situation.

Let's begin this journey together.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ronald Ray

Ronald Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in working with teens and adults who are navigating challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about helping clients recognize their strengths, overcome obstacles, and develop a stronger sense of identity.

As a lifelong Missouri resident and educator, I am very familiar with the specifics that come with living in this area.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Danillie Francis

Danillie Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, laid-back, and inviting. I want therapy to feel like a place where you can exhale, speak openly, and be yourself without worrying about saying the "right" thing.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Liliana Mariaca

Liliana Mariaca

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Albert Sarno

Albert Sarno

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am deeply committed to helping individuals discover meaning and purpose in their lives. With more than four decades of experience as a counselor, I specialize in guiding clients through recovery from addictions, anxiety disorders, and PTSD.

As an Associate Professor in the Online Department of Community Care and Counseling within the School of Behavioral Sciences at Liberty University, I facilitate courses designed to help students and clients rediscover their zest for life and cultivate lasting emotional well-being.

In my private practice, I work extensively with couples, equipping them with practical tools and proven techniques to restore joy, strengthen relational intimacy, and build fulfilling, resilient relationships.

I live in Lynchburg, Virginia, where I remain actively engaged in my community. My areas of specialization include trauma and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, child abuse recovery, and relational intimacy. I am also the author of Joy on the Same Page (2023), which outlines my Relational Intimacy approach.

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Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Natalie Staggers

Natalie Staggers

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and centered on building a strong therapeutic connection.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Gillian DeLano

Gillian DeLano

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I believe in meeting my clients where they're at. They are the expert in their own story. I'm just here to listen, help process, maybe challenge, and encourage them in their journey. I went to Newman University for my Master's Degree and went on to get my Clinical License. I have worked with varying populations including teens, adults, geriatrics, the prison population, couples counseling, and Christian Counseling. I enjoy working with people who have been through trauma or grief or have experienced anxiety or depression.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
LeeShawn Brown

LeeShawn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I focus on developing a collaborative relationship with my client where they can feel empowered to actively participate in their therapeutic progress...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Candace Graves

Dr. Candace Graves

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring a trauma-informed and culturally responsive lens to my work and believe therapy is most effective when clients feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Calvin Spinks

Dr. Calvin Spinks

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“My goal is to provide empowering opportunities and provide you tools to break cycles, reclaim your strength, and build a healthier, more fulfilled life.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bonnie Define

Bonnie Define

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, compassionate, and solution-focused. I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen and heard...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Teerah Vaughn

Teerah Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My name is Teerah, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma work with adolescents, teens, and young adults. I have worked with clients of all ages and believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can finally stop filtering yourself. I’m very down to earth, easy to talk to, and genuinely believe nothing is “too much” to bring into session. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship stress, or just feeling emotionally stuck, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and a little less alone in it all.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elmer Otey

Elmer Otey

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“Therapy can be a space where you feel supported, challenged, and empowered to begin creating healthier ways of coping, connecting, and moving forward.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tiffany Ally

Tiffany Ally

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have always been drawn to helping people learn the skills necessary for acceptance and resilience...”
Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Stress management
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Benjamin Hensley

Benjamin Hensley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and rooted in the belief that every person deserves to feel respected, understood, and free from judgment.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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,

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Cowartiz Merkerson

Dr. Cowartiz Merkerson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in working with children, adolescents, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, trauma, communication struggles, and life stressors, using a collaborative and evidence-based approach.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julie Diaz

Julie Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help clients develop practical coping skills they can use in daily life while also making space for the deeper work of understanding patterns, pain, and what they want next.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amy Bareiter

Amy Bareiter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My counseling style is one of compassion and respect. I believe it is important to build a rapport with my clients...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Meredith Sandidge

Meredith Sandidge

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide trauma-informed care in a quiet, professional home office setting focused on safety, confidentiality, and comfort.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sarah Dietzman

Sarah Dietzman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is to help individuals increase their self-awareness and empower them to be their best selves.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alicia Hall

Alicia Hall

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I strive to utilize a Clinical Coordinated Care Approach to improve the lives of individuals, families, communities, and front-line responders by creating, enhancing, and accessing a system of support through a strengths-based, clinically relevant,...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Grimes

Jeffrey Grimes

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“Clients can expect a sense of hope that things can get better after sessions with a professional who is direct, warm and honest...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Victoria Washington

Victoria Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm passionate about helping people navigate emotional struggles, build resilience, and develop effective coping strategies for long-term well-being.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gary Meier

Gary Meier

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and compassionate space where you can receive the counseling, support, and encouragement needed to navigate life's challenges.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
LaMetria Johnson

LaMetria Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“My approach is client centered. My client's needs are my number one priority; therefore, I approach each client with the service that will provide them with the best success.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Mcgraugh

Mary Mcgraugh

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My true passion and expertise lies in trauma (specifically preverbal and complex traumas in children).”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jasmine Winter

Jasmine Winter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I get to know each client individually, so we can work collaboratively to come up with goals that we work toward at your pace, ebbing and flowing as your needs change. My clinical experience has included intensive in-home crisis stabilization therapy, complex trauma treatment, solution-focused brief therapy, and treatment of dual-diagnoses.

I moved to St. Louis, MO from Tampa, FL in 2019 to study Social Work at Washington University, and chose to make a home here with my husband, child, and pets. I spend most of my leisure time cooking, gardening, reading, hiking, and going on crafting sprees. I also love to travel away from home, in search of grand museums and new foods.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lynette Dixon

Lynette Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy should be collaborative, individualized, and guided by your unique goals and strengths.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Derrick Carroll

Derrick Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I truly believe that anyone can find true purpose and identity in life but often need a "guide" to assist them on their journey.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Silvia Espinosa

Silvia Espinosa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“As a certified EMDR therapist, I specialize in betrayal trauma and work with individuals ages 5-90 years old who have experienced sexual, physical, emotional, religious, and domestic abuse.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wendy Sain

Wendy Sain

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Louis, MO


“I believe that providing a safe, warm and inviting space in counseling allows my clients to realize the strength inside of themselves to find healing and experience joy in the journey of life.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trina Jansen

Trina Jansen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 25 years of experience, and I'm here to help you make sense of what you're feeling and move toward the goals that matter to you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Daniels

Jessica Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate, working together without judgement to create meaningful change...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

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