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Top family therapists in Kansas City, MO

Strengthen family bonds in Kansas City with Headway's compassionate providers who specialize in family dynamics, communication, and relationship repair. Our 370 licensed therapists offer flexible virtual and in-person sessions to help families navigate conflict, build trust, and create meaningful connections. Most sessions are covered by insurance, with patients saving an average of 75% on therapy costs.

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 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Gary Probst

Dr. Gary Probst

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I teach psychopharmacology at a major university, and I can be an asset when it comes to medication.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tammy Kuykendoll

Tammy Kuykendoll

Therapist

Virtual • Clayton, MO


I have over 20 years of counseling experience. I enjoy meeting people where they are to assist with life's ups and downs. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and couples.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Adrianna Webb-Hudson

Adrianna Webb-Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I create an atmosphere that is relaxed yet focused, always respectful of boundaries and grounded in active listening.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Liliana Mariaca

Liliana Mariaca

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Teerah Vaughn

Teerah Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My name is Teerah, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma work with adolescents, teens, and young adults. I have worked with clients of all ages and believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can finally stop filtering yourself. I’m very down to earth, easy to talk to, and genuinely believe nothing is “too much” to bring into session. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship stress, or just feeling emotionally stuck, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and a little less alone in it all.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dusha Cecil

Dusha Cecil

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, MO


“I employ a client-centered approach rooted in systems theory, seamlessly integrating cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tonia Green

Tonia Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“I lean heavily on my Social Work Values and Ethics as we use theoretical perspectives to help clients evolve into a state of their best selves.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Seth Showalter

Seth Showalter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Malachi Oledibe

Dr. Malachi Oledibe

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My therapeutic approach is typically a holistic that takes the whole person under treatment consideration.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Stahl

Melissa Stahl

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients tell me I'm warm, steady, and easy to talk to. They also tell me I notice things they didn't realize they were saying out loud.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Renee Keller

Renee Keller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is warm, direct, and active. I work best with clients who are ready to look beneath the surface, explore their inner world, and make meaningful changes...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amy Dyer

Amy Dyer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am concentrating on trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use disorder, and am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Ally

Tiffany Ally

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have always been drawn to helping people learn the skills necessary for acceptance and resilience...”
Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Stress management
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lily Dawson

Lily Dawson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy with me isn't about fixing you—it's about clearing the obstacles that keep you from trusting your own inner authority.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marquise Middleton

Marquise Middleton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“My role isn't to tell you who to be - it's to walk alongside you, offering the tools, insight, and support you need to create the life you want.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexusia Dickerson

Alexusia Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a dedicated and compassionate licensed therapist with over six years of experience in the field. Some of my areas of expertise and specializations include but are not limited to Anxiety, Depression, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem issues, addictions, personality disorders, and life decisions. My mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals/couples can explore their challenges, find solutions, and ultimately achieve greater well-being and personal growth.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meredith Sandidge

Meredith Sandidge

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide trauma-informed care in a quiet, professional home office setting focused on safety, confidentiality, and comfort.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Julie Diaz

Julie Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help clients develop practical coping skills they can use in daily life while also making space for the deeper work of understanding patterns, pain, and what they want next.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sarah Dietzman

Sarah Dietzman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is to help individuals increase their self-awareness and empower them to be their best selves.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amy Bareiter

Amy Bareiter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My counseling style is one of compassion and respect. I believe it is important to build a rapport with my clients...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashleigh Nalty

Ashleigh Nalty

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
Family issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Sharp

Katie Sharp

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I blend therapuetic models such as EMDR, CBT, CBT, ACT and family systems with practical tools that clients can put to work right away.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Julie LaCubbert

Dr. Julie LaCubbert

Therapist

Virtual • Blue Springs, MO


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the states of South Carolina and Missouri, as well as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor, AAMFT approved. I have loved working with individuals, couples, and families over the past 15 years of practice!

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jason Franklin

Jason Franklin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ozark, MO


“The most important aspect of therapy for me is that you leave my office feeling safe and comfortable.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Garland

Jennifer Garland

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that therapy should feel like a safe space where you are met with warmth, honesty, and respect.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Amy Burlison

Amy Burlison

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Take the first step and I will walk the entire healing journey with you, we will build in restorative breaks as we go.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Mesenburg

Angela Mesenburg

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you know best what you need in our sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sandra Labadia

Sandra Labadia

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for 10 years, I work with a plethora of inter-generational clients aged 21-90 who are struggling with anxiety and depression and trauma.

As a chaplain, I take a psycho-spiritual approach and work with clients assisting with intercultural issues, blended family dynamics, religiosity challenges and grief & loss.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Victoria Washington

Victoria Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm passionate about helping people navigate emotional struggles, build resilience, and develop effective coping strategies for long-term well-being.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Derrick Carroll

Derrick Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I truly believe that anyone can find true purpose and identity in life but often need a "guide" to assist them on their journey.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kacie-lynn Wigger

Kacie-lynn Wigger

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work to provide a safe space for individuals, couples, and families who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by life's challenges.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Kansas City, MO

Finding family therapists in Kansas City starts with understanding what your family wants to address together. Family counseling can support parenting conflict, adolescent concerns, blended family dynamics, and communication across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with family counseling, child and teen support, couples work, or approaches like family systems therapy.

In a mid-sized market like Kansas City, you may find a mix of local offices and virtual appointments across the metro area. Some families prefer meeting in person, while others choose virtual sessions to make it easier for multiple people to attend from different locations. Session structure may vary, including full-family sessions, parent sessions, sibling sessions, or individual meetings with one family member. Reading therapist bios can help you understand how each therapist structures care, communicates with families, and approaches shared goals.

Family counseling in Kansas City can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking. Headway helps you compare therapists who offer family counseling in Kansas City, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and are accepting new patients, so you can review bios, check availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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