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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Kansas City, MO

Kansas City residents with UnitedHealthcare can access flexible mental health support through Headway, connecting with 370 providers across the region. Free intake consultations are available, with sessions starting around $30 after insurance. Both virtual and in-person options support talk therapy and medication management services.

Jeanine Stewart

Jeanine Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am curious and validating, providing a nurturing environment to talk openly and honestly about your struggles, strengths, weaknesses, needs, likes, and dislikes. I love helping people explore their unique and particular powers as well as how these powers impact their world and their relationships. As a passionate supporter of those who have been through unjust or otherwise traumatic experiences--including those experiencing discrimination based upon race or gender identity or sexual orientation--I am particularly interested in helping people gain skills for dealing with, and making sense of, the remnants of their pasts.

Having completed Bessel Van der Kolk's Trauma Research Foundation's Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies in early 2025, I have a strong foundational understanding of the most cutting edge approaches to treating trauma. I am also comfortable using a combination of approaches, including Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I received an MSW from the University of Pennsylvania, a psychodynamically focused program, after which I completed Bryn Mawr's certificate program in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I have also completed 1 year of Gestalt Therapy training and the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Immersion Program.

As an LCSW, my training emphasized the role of social environment--from the family to society at large--in how we construct our narratives, enabling me to help you make sense of what in your life is yours to own and what is a product of your environment.

United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Phillips

Nicole Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am warm, supportive and action oriented. I want to team up with you to improve your quality of life.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kaitley Teter

Kaitley Teter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe the relationship between client and counselor is what can make therapy the most effective.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Megan Walther

Megan Walther

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“Megan approaches therapy as a corrective relationship. She believes she is here to come alongside and be a witness to your story, not the hero.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christy Stephens

Christy Stephens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Amy Jobst

Amy Jobst

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, blending CBT, mindfulness, and insight-oriented work.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Joyce Meeks

Joyce Meeks

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused therapies to help you create real, lasting change.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lindsay Davis

Lindsay Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kirkwood, MO


“I love partnering with my clients to ensure their goals are met and they feel supported, validated, and empowered to reach their goals.”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
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

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Jennifer Bartlett

Jennifer Bartlett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


As a nationally certified, Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing for over 16 years in Missouri and 26 years overall in the field of mental health, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. My goal is to provide you with a safe place to feel seen and heard.

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm

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Dr. John VanderKaay

Dr. John VanderKaay

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Dr. John has more than thirty years experience in counseling ministry, including fifteen years in military chaplaincy, in both Active Duty and Reserves, including combat tour of duty in Iraq; He holds a Masters of Arts in Theological Studies, a Masters of Divinity, specializing in Pastoral Counseling, and a Doctor of Ministry in Marriage and Family Counseling. John & Terri have been married 30+ years and have five children.

United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Jesse Anderson

Jesse Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Harrisonville, MO


“I am a Registered Play Therapist with specific training in attachment-based therapy between a parent and child.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Participatory
Amanda Maune

Amanda Maune

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I offer a compassionate, strengths-based approach to therapy, helping you build on what's already within you while learning new ways to cope and grow.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Tracy Schlote

Tracy Schlote

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Person-centered care and validation help the client feel seen and heard, which is one of the most critical aspects of the therapeutic relationship.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Margaret Daniels

Margaret Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to counseling is client centered meaning that the client directs the session. I believe that all client's deserve respect, empathy, and understanding without judgement.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Durre Mumtaz

Durre Mumtaz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide a safe, warm, empowering environment to deal with family concerns, relationship issues, job issues, and grief.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Martha Green

Martha Green

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in building relationship via honest, open communication... which is needed to work through what brings you to therapy.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Edith Muriuki

Edith Muriuki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm passionate about fostering a collaborative, stigma‐free environment where individuals feel heard and supported throughout their treatment journey.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Ashley Bonner

Ashley Bonner

Therapist

Virtual • Bridgeton, MO


“I believe every human being has the power within to overcome fear, anxiety and other obstacles preventing us from reaching our full potential.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Karen Allen

Dr. Karen Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“I have a deep interest in empowering women and girls, as I believe that their healing and wholeness contribute to the healing and wholeness of the world.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Natalie Smith

Natalie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I really enjoy helping people reach their full potential and rediscover reasons to love themselves and others.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Allison Leavitt

Allison Leavitt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is interactive and I'm not afraid to get in the trenches with you and talk about anything you need to get off your chest.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
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
Jennifer Wickersham

Jennifer Wickersham

Therapist

Virtual • Farmington, MO


“I support a small steps, small goals approach. Small shifts supporting the way we think, the way we do, the way we approach challenges, and the way we process has great impact on us.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Oyetunji Oyedeji

Oyetunji Oyedeji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My unique attributes include attentive listening, collaborative decision-making, and empathy. Therefore, my approach for each session is very informal, laid back, individualised, collaborative, holistic, and patient-centred.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
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
Olisa Brown

Olisa Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


My work is grounded in the belief that healing happens when we feel seen, heard, and understood. I strive to meet each client with compassion and curiosity, honoring their unique story while helping them develop the tools they need to move forward. Whether I am working with children, teens, or adults, my goal is to help each person feel more confident in who they are and more hopeful about where they’re going.

United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Holly Cormier

Holly Cormier

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is open and collaborative, creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Sylvia Lawson-Cook

Sylvia Lawson-Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I listen to understand. Each client is the expert on themself, and I am there to help guide them in their healing journey.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Bonnie Lewis

Bonnie Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy can be a space where you feel supported, understood, and able to move toward healing at a pace that feels right for you.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Chancia Williams

Chancia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Chance has an eclectic and creative approach to therapy. She meets her clients where they are and caters to their needs.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aubrey Cannon

Aubrey Cannon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manchester, MO


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Kirk Shelton

Kirk Shelton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help my clients reorganize patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting in order to adapt to their present reality and to release the 'old stuff.'”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Seth Showalter

Seth Showalter

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, MO


“In my view, therapy is a partnership. We will collaborate as a cohesive team, striving to help you become the individual you aspire to be...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Keil

Christopher Keil

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a certified EMDR therapist with advanced training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), equipping me with effective tools to help clients navigate their trauma and anxiety.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Molly Oligbo

Molly Oligbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“Her expertise includes diagnosis and management of various psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
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
Michelle Harshfield

Michelle Harshfield

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to empower you, helping you build the skills and resilience needed to overcome challenges, achieve personal growth, and improve overall life satisfaction.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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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