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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 376 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.

Dr. Brittany Adams

Dr. Brittany Adams

Virtual • Missouri


“It is my goal for my patients to feel seen and heard as an individual with differing needs to be met.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
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 + 14 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Lauren Merritt

Lauren Merritt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in treating Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and Bipolar Disorder. I work with both adults and adolescents (12+).”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Sherry Tinnin

Sherry Tinnin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clayton, MO


“My approach is compassionate and client-centered, focusing on personalized treatment plans to foster growth and healing.”
United Healthcare + 15 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Kennedy

Danielle Kennedy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Hillsboro, MO


“My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take control of your mental health journey.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Ally

Tiffany Ally

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have always been drawn to helping people learn the skills necessary for acceptance and resilience...”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Stress management
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Jeffery Davis

Jeffery Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Creve Coeur, MO


“I approach mental healthcare through an emphasis on identifying and addressing root causes where possible rather than just managing symptoms...”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Alyssa Cline Spencer

Alyssa Cline Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Before I became a therapist, I was a foster care caseworker for 7 years and worked with so many families on repairing family dynamics...”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Lynsay Gaines

Lynsay Gaines

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I enjoy working with clients (individuals/couples) to help them embrace their authentic selves, learn to communicate more effectively, live fully, and enhance their coping skills.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Fox

Erik Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Many of my patients have referred to sessions as feeling "less like I'm talking to a counselor and more like I am talking to a trusted friend."”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Kelly Dearborn

Kelly Dearborn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe all people have a resilience we can access through talk therapy when faced with life's great emotional challenges.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Flores

Christine Flores

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I love working with clients who are battling anxiety and unhealed trauma, and helping them get to the root of their anxiety and work to heal those traumas.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Taylor Scott

Taylor Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I offer Telehealth services. I provide a practical approach to therapy that focuses on integrating mind and body connection. I believe the best way to heal is to embrace our uniqueness and live from a place of creativity. I work with my clients on how to self-regulate, trust their intuition, and release trauma in the body so they can make room for more life!

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rochelle Smith

Rochelle Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Plains, MO


“I strongly believe in the human capacity for growth and healing. Using a warm, collaborative approach, I strive to provide a welcoming and supportive space for you to explore past experiences, address current stressors, and work toward goals for...”
United Healthcare + 15 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Liana Nelson-Peterson

Liana Nelson-Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I show up human first and foremost, I understand life’s complexity and a therapist second. My lived experiences shape the compassion, honesty, and steadiness I bring to each session.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor specializing in Sex Addiction and EMDR (MA, LPC, LCMHC, SATP) and the founder of UniquelyU Counseling. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, attachment, relationship patterns, and life transitions, with a strong focus on the mental and emotional wellbeing of Black boys and men.

Clients describe me as warm, direct, and deeply attentive. I’ll help you explore what’s beneath the surface, build emotional regulation, and strengthen your connection with yourself—all at a pace that feels safe and supportive.

Here, you get to be fully seen and heard as you grow.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chelsea Gilliam

Dr. Chelsea Gilliam

Psychologist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“Chelsea takes an integrative approach to therapy, seeking to understand the whole person she is working with.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonya Wibbenmeyer

Tonya Wibbenmeyer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“After each session, my clients can expect to take away a healthier and more positive perspective than what they started with.”
United Healthcare + 16 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lea Gannaway

Lea Gannaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“My approach is a mix of genuine connection, somatic and cognitive behavioral therapy, and a little humor—because let's be honest, sometimes being able to laugh through the hard stuff makes it a little easier to carry.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Energetic, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LeAnna Fowlds

LeAnna Fowlds

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Treating clients with dignity and respect while valuing the right to self-determination creates an environment of person-centered and self-directed treatment.”
United Healthcare + 15 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Benes

Rebecca Benes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Peters, MO


“I have experience working with individuals as they navigate grief and loss, family relationships, trauma, depression and anxiety.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jennifer Hrebar-Ihler

Jennifer Hrebar-Ihler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fulton, MO


“I strive to provide a supportive, respectful, safe space where you will be able to share and explore vulnerable thoughts and feelings.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brigette Banks

Brigette Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


Brigette Banks has experience helping clients in the areas of stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She works with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

United Healthcare + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittney Sniezak

Brittney Sniezak

Therapist

Virtual • Saint Charles, MO


“My approach is warm, intentional, and strength-based. I want my client to realize that hope exists through each circumstance.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Cole Westhoff

Cole Westhoff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“My counseling style is predominantly motivational interviewing to encourage change and personal growth.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Carrie Ellis-Crnkovich

Carrie Ellis-Crnkovich

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“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 + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pornpan Gering

Pornpan Gering

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that therapy should be a collaborative, supportive, and empowering process tailored to each individual's unique experiences and goals.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Sarah Covert

Sarah Covert

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, MO


“My approach is person-centered, focusing on understanding my client's experience. The therapeutic relationship is essential.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded

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.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Tanya Perry

Tanya Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative and supportive, ensuring that you feel empowered throughout your journey.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Tina Stewart

Tina Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Life be life'n for us all and I believe that you are the author of your story and that you have many strengths...”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anastasia Castle

Anastasia Castle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am compassionate and direct as a counselor. I understand you have a reason for seeking help and I want to help you achieve their goals.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mara Krueger

Mara Krueger

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is direct but grounded with a trusting relationship in a space where you can feel comfortable peeling back the layers and moving toward the change you seek.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ruby Granlund

Ruby Granlund

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that nurturing safety through non-judgment, transparency, and genuine warmth and humor creates space...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Robyn Kuiper

Robyn Kuiper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Creve Coeur, MO


“My goal is to empower my clients to gain freedom from mental health issues and give them tools to cope and flourish in their professional and personal lives.”
United Healthcare + 15 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Jane Perkins

Jane Perkins

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


I provide counseling therapy to individuals with an Open Bible, offering therapeutic insight from a Christian perspective. I am a trained, licensed therapist who understands God's role in healing and integrates Biblical principles into therapeutic conversations to guide you toward better mental health. GOD is Good! My goal is to help you see this through Scripture, which provides guidance and navigation through the toughest times in life. Your emotional pain is more than a physical or mental struggle – it’s a spiritual response to suffering. I’ll walk beside you as we examine what is true, worthy, honest, and right.

United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Anne Marie Frost

Anne Marie Frost

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I've worked in a variety of settings with a variety people - many in recovery from addictions (drugs, food), others who were facing difficult life issues/decisions, and many often struggling mightily with depression and anxiety.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Lovera

Margaret Lovera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chesterfield, MO


“I have a deep commitment to helping those who have experienced traumatic birth and sudden infant loss, offering compassionate guidance through grief, healing, and adjustment.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Brodersen

Joanna Brodersen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have based my practice on working with adults who struggle with Anxiety, OCD, Trauma and Substance Use struggles.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taneshia Carey

Taneshia Carey

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I believe we all have what we need to take care of ourselves. Sometimes we have to dig deep to find those strengths...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Inquisitive

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — 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.