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Grief counselors and therapists in Independence, MO

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Independence, MO

Loss and bereavement affect everyone differently. Headway's Independence network of 792 providers specializes in grief counseling, meaning-making, and processing anticipatory grief. Many clients pay as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage and free initial consultations.

Zachary Wilson

Zachary Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“I primarily practice traditional talk therapy and have received comprehensive training in CBT, DBT, EMDR, and solution-focused brief therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emma Grady-Pawl

Emma Grady-Pawl

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe everyone deserves the chance to live a full, joyful life—even when facing difficult challenges or systemic barriers.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rachel Leah Morrison

Rachel Leah Morrison

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Neosho, MO


“Our focus is on developing emotional wellness and increasing compassion and love for ourselves and others.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrew Beecher

Andrew Beecher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“They will have a better understanding of what they have done in the past which has not worked for them and how to move forward with the new strategies they develop in therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Physical health issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marsha Sheffield

Marsha Sheffield

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping you gain clarity, build confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Holly Winston

Holly Winston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kirkwood, MO


“I create a calm, welcoming space where clients feel respected, supported and empowered to move toward meaningful change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katie Barry

Katie Barry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe we are all on a continuous journey to become our best selves, and we deserve to enjoy that ride.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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!”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Phillip Wells

Phillip Wells

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I focus on helping entrepreneurs, working professionals and athletes build their confidence so that they can increase their performance...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christina Cook

Christina Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My commitment to you is simple: I will listen carefully, communicate openly, and act with integrity in every interaction. I’ll take the time to understand your unique goals, challenges, and values, and I’ll tailor my approach to meet your needs rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions. You can expect transparency from me at every step. I’ll explain not only what I recommend, but why I recommend it, so you always feel informed and empowered to make decisions.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Teresa Campbell

Teresa Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Cape Girardeau, MO


“I believe that good mental health is the foundation for a fulfilling life, and I'm passionate about helping others experience healing, peace, and wholeness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Natalie Staggers

Natalie Staggers

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Moreau

Lisa Moreau

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to walk alongside you—creating space for insight, self‐realization, and meaningful change at a pace that feels supportive and empowering.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Greg Tissi

Greg Tissi

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“I am a therapist who offers support to liberate oneself from the somatic pain we experience locked in our bodies from the past...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yahna Gibson

Yahna Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring empathy, honesty, and a little humor into the room because healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jeff Fish

Jeff Fish

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I work closely with my clients to understand their unique experiences.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lashundra Connor

Lashundra Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that healing is a journey, and I walk alongside my clients with respect, patience, and hope.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Allen

Elizabeth Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy services is based on nurturing a trusted partnership with my clients and outlining strategies together to achieve goals the client has set for themselves.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cleshawn DuBose

Cleshawn DuBose

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My therapy style is conversational with an emphasis on solution focused interventions; however, my technique is integrative...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Moiria Seiber

Moiria Seiber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Plains, MO


As a graduate of Missouri State University’s Counseling program, I am a person-centered counselor. I believe that all those who seek therapy have a desire to bring themselves back into balance. Although I see individuals of all ages, I specialize in children between the ages of 3 and 10 addressing their needs using child-centered play therapy.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 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...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tina Rumore

Tina Rumore

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is direct, practical and solution focused. I believe therapy should be purposeful and goal oriented...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Linda Etim

Linda Etim

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to assist you in achieving overall wellness which includes aligning the mind, body and spirit...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Nikki Fryer

Nikki Fryer

Therapist

Virtual • Liberty, MO


Hi. I'm glad you found me!

I have been in the social work field for 30 years working with children and families. I have a BS in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work. I've been a social worker since 1995 and a licensed therapist since 2011. I believe it's important to have a safe and comfortable place to process how you are feeling.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jennifer Occil

Dr. Jennifer Occil

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that every client has the answers to their concerns within them. I take the position of support to draw out the answers.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. John Cooley

Dr. John Cooley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is grounded, supportive, and focused on real healing. I work collaboratively with clients to create change that feels practical, meaningful, and sustainable.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 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.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Kieler

Angela Kieler

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe healing does not always happen through words alone. As an Art Therapist and counselor, I offer space for both conversation and creative expression when it feels helpful.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Muehlbauer

Barbara Muehlbauer

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Charles, MO


“I believe you deserve a space that is welcoming and free of judgment. My goal as your therapist is to help you feel empowered.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erin Boyle

Erin Boyle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with trauma, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and life's many transitions in a supportive and nonjudgmental way.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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