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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 326 providers trained in evidence-based approaches to strengthen relationships, resolve conflicts, and foster deeper understanding among family members.

Megan Barken

Megan Barken

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“I use a combination of my education, life experience, training and expertise to help clients meet their therapy goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amory Whitcraft

Amory Whitcraft

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi there! Just a little bit about me; I am a wife, a mom of twins, a lover of books, an Eight on the Enneagram & I love the work that I am blessed to do every day. I have my MS in Counseling as well as my certificate in Life Coaching. I am licensed clinically in KS & MO, and I am a Supervisor in both states. I specialize in treating eating disorders. I also enjoy working with anxiety & mood disorders, perfectionism and other co-occurring disorders.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alyssa Ingle

Alyssa Ingle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping clients create meaningful change.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Pamela Miller

Pamela Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping clients gain insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to build healthier coping strategies.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Todd

Thomas Todd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I never try to create band-aid solutions, rather focus on creating and equipping clients with the skills and tools they need to handle anything life throws at them.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rashida Bantu-Foster

Rashida Bantu-Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Florissant, MO


“Therapy can be the space where things begin to shift—where you feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachele Maheu

Rachele Maheu

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Sometimes, taking the first step is the hardest, but with gentle support and determination, anything is possible.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lenae Tippett

Lenae Tippett

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, and I aim to create an emotionally safe environment where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to take meaningful steps forward.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
Kashina Harris

Kashina Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm a laid-back, relational, and very people-focused counselor whose goal is simple: I want you to feel safe, seen, and comfortable showing up exactly as you are.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lori McAllister

Lori McAllister

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe clients already carry the resources they need for healing, and my role is to help them reconnect with those strengths.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Latasha Barber

Latasha Barber

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My mission is to support you, meet you where you are in your journey to mental wellness and empowerment.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Walters

Elizabeth Walters

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I approach therapy from a trauma-informed and relational lens and use an integrative approach to find what works for my clients.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Allison Williams

Allison Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Charles, MO


“Each session starts with a check-in that gives me insight into how things have been going, followed by asking the client what they would like to focus on for their session.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Parker

Nicole Parker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in compassionate medication management for teens and adults, helping my clients move from a state of survival to one of lasting empowerment.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cynthia Keesee

Cynthia Keesee

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have experienced that in my own life and I hope to make others more comfortable to take steps they need to help them.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Roian Baalman

Roian Baalman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You can expect to learn things about yourself and those around you that will amaze and intrigue you...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kenneth Ostercamp

Kenneth Ostercamp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbia, MO


“I am very accepting and laid back, though not so laid back that we just sit and relax. Change takes effort, awareness and patience.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sarah Kirby

Sarah Kirby

Therapist

Virtual • West Plains, MO


“I have over twenty years of experience working with teens and adults who are struggling with depression and anxiety and more specifically with trauma.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kelly Eledge

Kelly Eledge

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe goals and outcomes vary from person to person, my hope though would be for the client to walk away feeling more aware, confident, and loving of who they are as a person.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dondra Agovino

Dondra Agovino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“Therapy with me is not about "fixing" you — it's about partnering together to better understand your story, strengthen your resilience, and identify practical, meaningful solutions that fit your life.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Danae Powers

Danae Powers

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“She uses mind/body integrated approaches to generate lasting change in your overall well-being and honors your choices throughout the therapeutic process, inviting you to be an active participant co-leading treatment.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Morgan Hollandworth

Morgan Hollandworth

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“She believes that healing begins with compassion and empathy, and her goal is to meet you where you are at and help give you the tools you need to develop long-lasting emotional resilience and change.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jillian Nickelson

Jillian Nickelson

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“With a strong foundation in psychology and career counseling, I've had the privilege of working with individuals of all ages, including children, teens, adults, and families.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kimberly Roberts

Kimberly Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • O'Fallon, MO


“Often, sessions with sandtray lead to an "Ahh Ha!" moment, providing clarity and direction for further exploration of feelings and recognizing coping skills that are effective.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deacon Farrelly

Deacon Farrelly

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hello and congratulations for taking the first and sometimes hardest step of looking for a therapist. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of IN, KY LA, MO, NV, TX, WA and WV. I have the great privilege of working with adolescents and adults seeking assistance in improving their overall mental health and associated challenges. I’ve been in the behavioral health arena for over 40 years and have held numerous direct care and clinical leadership roles in a variety of settings. My joy comes from helping people navigate life's challenges.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 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 16 insurance carriers
Sherri Moore

Sherri Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kirkwood, MO


“I provide each client with an empathetic, non-judgemental space to explore and process whatever is threatening their mental peace and healing.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ellie De Lucca

Ellie De Lucca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“My goal is to help you stop being a character in your own life and start becoming the author of your own story.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Maine

Laura Maine

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Are you feeling overwhelmed by life or weighed down by past experiences? Whatever you’ve been through, you don’t have to face it alone. As a licensed clinical social worker specializing in PTSD, attachment, and family systems, I’m here to help you uncover your strengths, heal from trauma, and create meaningful change.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laken Enochs

Laken Enochs

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I work primarily with adults experiencing substance use, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology with 9 years of experience in private practice, inpatient substance use clinics, and community based mental health centers.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carolyn Crews Forden

Carolyn Crews Forden

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Using warmth and positive regard, I will work with you to establish an environment conducive to trust and willingness to lean into change.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marsh'a Franklin

Marsh'a Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have been a Social Worker for 10 years. I have experience in crisis management, anxiety, depression, and grief support.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sandra Mueller

Sandra Mueller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in working with individuals struggling with intense emotions. I am certified in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Margaret Dunn

Margaret Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“For over 15 years, I've guided ambitious, high-achieving women through anxiety, stress, PTSD, depression, and emotional eating.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Olivia Parks

Olivia Parks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I strive to create an environment where clients feel safe enough to explore difficult emotions and experiences while also feeling empowered to grow and make meaningful changes.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alfaye Jackson

Alfaye Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My counseling style is caring and warm without enabling, holding you accountable while helping you walk in your truth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Tara Wallace

Dr. Tara Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“In our first session, my responsibility is to create an environment that is calm, respectful, and emotionally safe.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Riley

Michael Riley

Therapist

Virtual • Aurora, MO


“My goal is to identify the problems or stressor, identify how your trying to solve it, and help you gain insight by introducing new concepts or use your strengths in way that can help.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amy Hanson

Amy Hanson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“For the past 15 years I have worked in a variety of settings offering mental and behavioral health therapy to children, families and individuals, specializing in trauma and attachment focused therapy.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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