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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Kansas City, MO

Find Aetna-covered therapy in Kansas City with Headway, where you can connect with over 1,080 licensed providers for virtual or in-person sessions. With Aetna coverage, patients typically pay around $30 per session, and many save up to 75% through Headway's network.

Gloria Sherrod

Gloria Sherrod

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


It’s exhausting when your own mind feels like a hurdle. Maybe you’re navigating intrusive thoughts that feel impossible to shut off, or you’re struggling to get things done and remember what’s important while your brain feels like it’s constantly misfiring. Perhaps you’re grieving a version of yourself that felt certain, watching the life you planned get derailed by chronic illness or the weight of a diagnosis you didn’t ask for. When your "to-do" list feels like a mountain and your past keeps creeping into your present, it’s easy to feel lost or, worse, dismissed by the people who are supposed to help.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Shannon Hamilton

Shannon Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I take an empathetic and supportive role in the sessions with clients. I provide feedback and assist clients in gaining self-efficacy.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Katherine Kientzle

Katherine Kientzle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Louis, MO


“I'm a trauma-focused counselor offering an integrative affirming space where healing and growth are possible.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Joann Weston

Joann Weston

Therapist

Virtual • Farmington, MO


“As a licensed professional counselor, I believe we are multi-dimensional beings ~ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Julie Batson

Julie Batson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing for 22 years with my main focus being PTSD, trauma recovery, grief and loss, depression and anxiety.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Natasha Harris-Butler

Natasha Harris-Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe healing happens when individuals feel seen with understanding — not judged, rushed, or "fixed."”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Felicia Thomas

Felicia Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


Very empathic, resilient, welcoming and non judgmental.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Jensema

Elizabeth Jensema

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach to empower clients with the tools they need to move forward in a positive direction.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Craig McAndrew

Craig McAndrew

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“You will find me easy to talk to and non-judgmental. I have a relaxed atmosphere that helps put people at ease.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Whitney Mathison

Dr. Whitney Mathison

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is supportive and challenging. I create a safe space for healing while encouraging meaningful growth.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Jer Case

Jer Case

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm Jer—a Native, queer, gender-non-conforming, neurodivergent, and spiritually-minded therapist providing affirming care for adolescents and adults.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
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...”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Stephanie O'Halloran-Wilkerson

Stephanie O'Halloran-Wilkerson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“Enthusiastic, open-minded, caring, and compassionate approach to providing tailored treatment to each individual patient.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Amanda Stussy

Amanda Stussy

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is always to create comfort first. I like to ensure our sessions feel like a conversation and less clinical.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Bethany Morgan

Bethany Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Tracy Francis

Tracy Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Green City, MO


“I strive to create a space where they do not have to be strong, guarded, or "on" anymore—a space where they can simply be human.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Megan Fisher

Megan Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I base how I work with clients off of what will work best for them. I am very authentic and specialize in trauma work, depression, and anxiety.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tyron Mallard

Tyron Mallard

Therapist

Virtual • Lee's Summit, MO


“My goal is to help clients identify and change the patterns that often create barriers to emotional, social, educational, and occupational growth.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Amanda Wilkes

Amanda Wilkes

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I’m a licensed therapist (LPC, LCPC) who works with individuals, couples, and families dealing with things like anxiety, relationship stress, ADHD, trauma, and big life transitions. I bring both clinical experience and real-life understanding into the room, including my own experience navigating complex family dynamics. My goal is to create a space where you can be real. We’ll work together in a way that feels grounded, honest, and actually helpful.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Grace Young

Grace Young

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My aim is to offer you a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore and work toward the goals that hold significance for you.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzanna Brown

Suzanna Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rolla, MO


“I will work to help you strengthen yourself through processing the difficulties of life you are currently facing while building life affirming skills to be best you you can be.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zonzurea Thomas

Zonzurea Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I support survivors of narcissistic abuse and domestic violence in a safe, collaborative space to process trauma and rebuild self-trust.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Dr. Erin Doherty Copeland

Dr. Erin Doherty Copeland

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is primarily existential-humanistic while utilizing evidence-based therapies that are the most effective for the specific disorders or symptoms with which the individual presents.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Amanda Crabtree

Amanda Crabtree

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe strongly in focusing on strengths and creative interests/skills as it can help us develop coping skills but also find joy and satisfaction in life.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Alisha Adebayo

Alisha Adebayo

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe strongly in meeting you where you are. Even if it is a place you have never opened the doors for another.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
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.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Tim Messer

Tim Messer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Most of my background is using CBT and DBT, but I strive to use whatever tools are going to be most effective for each individual client.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Allison Hewitt

Allison Hewitt

Therapist

Virtual • Florissant, MO


“My goal for all clients is to achieve greater self-awareness, increase personal growth, improve and overall well-being.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Donna Tilley

Donna Tilley

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“When one truly knows themselves they can begin to make the changes that create a pathway to a healthier mind.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Melissa Teasley

Melissa Teasley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My passion is to help individuals explore and begin to understand their mental health by helping them "connect the dots" of their lives.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Mareayna Caine

Mareayna Caine

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Mareayna is a licensed therapist with 7 years of experience specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and stress management. With a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Webster, she employs evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma-informed care, to empower clients on their healing journeys. Fostering a warm, supportive environment, helps individuals navigate their emotions and develop effective coping strategies for lasting well-being.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anya Fisher

Anya Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I focus on a strengths based perspective as my main approach. I also utilize motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy and emotional focused therapy.”
Aetna + 14 others
End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lexie Winfree

Lexie Winfree

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in both inpatient psychiatric settings and outpatient therapy. I earned both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Missouri State University, where I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based, client-centered care.

My background includes working with individuals across a range of needs, from acute crisis stabilization to ongoing therapeutic support. I have extensive experience helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, self-harm, anger, aggression, and oppositional defiant behaviors. I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which I frequently use to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while building practical coping strategies.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Isaac Huddleston

Isaac Huddleston

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“With 19 years of experience across group, family, individual, and trauma therapy, I bring real-life experiences and resilience to my work...”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Shantel Hams

Shantel Hams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am passionate about helping individuals, families and couples navigate their mental health journeys and achieve their personal goals.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Caitlin Clote

Caitlin Clote

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My practice is built around the philosophy that true release from symptoms comes from addressing the root cause of distress.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Kristy Weeks

Kristy Weeks

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am very strengths-based, so I love to work from the current resources that you have and build upon those.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna 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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.