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Top therapists in South Dakota accepting new patients

Explore mental health support across South Dakota with 77 licensed providers on Headway. Experience flexible scheduling, insurance coverage through 70+ plans, and compassionate care designed to meet you where you are.

Dr. Jennifer Pipitone

Dr. Jennifer Pipitone

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Dakota


“I believe in putting humanity back into healthcare... they need warmth, compassion, and care that truly prioritizes their well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christina Johnson-Gunn

Christina Johnson-Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • Sioux Falls, SD


If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in painful relationship patterns, carrying the effects of trauma, or facing a life transition that feels hard to manage, therapy can be a place to exhale. I work with adults who want support making sense of what they’re going through and finding practical ways to feel more grounded, understood, and in control. I also support clients navigating family dynamics, including experiences related to autism, adoption, and complex relationships.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kate Prendergast

Kate Prendergast

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My style is warm but direct. I'll meet you where you are, while also helping you gently challenge patterns that may be holding you back.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kimberly Cournoyer-Baum

Kimberly Cournoyer-Baum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sioux Falls, SD


“I will want to know what quality of life you would like to wake up to tomorrow and what changes you feel you believe you can be flexible with in your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Ruhland

Mary Ruhland

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I am a trauma informed therapist who collaborates with you to develop a plan to reach your potential.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Lebrun

Angela Lebrun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South Dakota


“My practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves a chance to live a life of balance, purpose, and fulfillment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Bonnie Haack

Bonnie Haack

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I am direct but warm, patient, and empathetic. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health counseling field working with all ages.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katherine Schwenk

Katherine Schwenk

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rapid City, SD


“I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to create goals that are realistic and achievable; starting from where you are at.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melissa Gallup

Melissa Gallup

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I believe in 'practicing what I preach,' meaning if I offer suggestions or advice, it's because I have tried it myself and had meaningful results.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Mathis

Brian Mathis

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I am trained in EMDR and the collaborative assessment and management of suicidality, IFS and psychodynamic therapies.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rikki Ohlrogge

Rikki Ohlrogge

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


I am a therapist who enjoys getting to know my new clients, learning what makes them unique, what is important to them and more. I want you to get something out of therapy that will benefit you for a lifetime, not just a vent session (although I'm up for that too if it's really what you need). I have worked with people of all ages and backgrounds and genuinely enjoy my time with my clients.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Dana Avey

Dr. Dana Avey

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“Clients are empowered to recognize and harness their own strengths and abilities, while new skills and insights are developed to support increased self-awareness...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven "Kyle" Cardwell

Steven "Kyle" Cardwell

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I'm passionate about helping people understand themselves more fully and make meaningful, lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Larry Porter

Dr. Larry Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sioux Falls, SD


“I bring warmth, compassion, and a collaborative approach to help clients feel safe exploring emotions and relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Suzanne Sherwood

Suzanne Sherwood

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My preference is CBT or MI, giving a nonjudgmental workspace to move through rather than around thoughts, feelings, and situations.”
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ja'Lisa Giles

Ja'Lisa Giles

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I'm passionate about working with people of color, and I aim to create a supportive, affirming space where you feel seen and respected.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassandra Leow

Cassandra Leow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rapid City, SD


“I am passionate about helping couples and I am always looking for trainings to increase my knowledge and skills to work with couples.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Allison Fosheim

Allison Fosheim

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I most enjoy working with adults who struggle with emotional and behavioral control, the highly sensitive people of the world.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Levin Manabat

Levin Manabat

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, integrating trauma-informed care with therapies tailored to your unique goals and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kelli Means

Kelli Means

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My counseling style is welcoming and conversational. I am known for being upfront and honest always and blunt when needed...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Queen Ekobena

Queen Ekobena

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lauren Kane

Lauren Kane

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I am empathetic and compassionate and believe that people can change if they have the desire and motivation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ruggeri

Jennifer Ruggeri

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based techniques, allowing me to create a safe and nurturing environment for my clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Paola Martinez

Paola Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I often hear my clients say they feel heard, safe, understood, and have come to understand their patterns more clearly.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriane Cox

Adriane Cox

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


Hi! I am Adriane Cox, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Cox Mental Health and Wellness. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, life transitions and chronic pain.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darcy Wiebrand

Darcy Wiebrand

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I love helping clients learn the skills that will allow them to be resilient no matter what life throws at them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rebecca Theophilus

Rebecca Theophilus

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I believe that we are all unique and fabulous. Life tends to cover our true spark underneath all of the expectations, rules, reactions, learned behaviors, beliefs, and pressures of life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen J Kirby

Karen J Kirby

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“With over 16 years of experience, my practice specializes in addressing Anxiety, Stress Management, Depression, Relationship dynamics, Family Conflict, Substance Use Disorders...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lacey Thompson

Lacey Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“Recognizing that there is no universal manual for life, Lacey believes that through supportive collaboration, individuals can develop a personalized blueprint that honors autonomy while strengthening self-awareness and a sense of self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi Quinlan

Heidi Quinlan

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“Throughout my 23 years doing therapy, I have learned that each of us has the inner gift of healing if provided a safe, supportive, empowering, respectful environment...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Amber Leafstedt

Amber Leafstedt

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My approach to therapy is warm, relational, and grounded in the belief that healing happens in the context of safety and connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Amy Patrick-Ott

Dr. Amy Patrick-Ott

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“As an experienced Gottman Level 3 trained marriage and family therapist, it is my honor to assist you in exploring your core issues and move toward a healthy, fulfilling life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Holly Ringler

Holly Ringler

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I believe that therapy should be open, empathetic and validating. I am here to listen, support and guide you through your journey towards finding relief from whatever it is that's bringing you pain.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Cynthia Colleen Lawson

Cynthia Colleen Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alisha Barnash

Alisha Barnash

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“My first objective is to make you feel as comfortable as possible... I like to create a very accepting and laid-back environment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
David Bova

David Bova

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


“I believe that the journey starts with where the client is and that there is no such thing as slow progress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Glory Ball

Glory Ball

Therapist

Virtual • South Dakota


ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving South Dakota

Number of therapists serving South Dakota
There are over 76 therapists in South Dakota accepting new patients.
76+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 88%Relationship issues
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 88%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 37%Providence Health Plan
  • 36%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%German
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Kashmiri
How they see their clients
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  • 92%Online only
  • 8%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 39%Certified Social Worker in Private or Independent Practice
  • 11%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 7%Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Psychologist, Doctor of Psychology
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in South Dakota

Searching for therapists in South Dakota starts with finding care that fits your needs and location. Available therapists and specialties can vary between urban and rural parts of the state, so it helps to look for someone whose training matches what you want support with, such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or relationship challenges. Reading each therapist’s bio can show you their areas of focus, therapy style, and experience with approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

Your search may look different in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, or a smaller community nearby. Some people prefer an in-person appointment close to home or work, while others choose virtual sessions for more scheduling flexibility. As you compare therapists, look at appointment times, whether they offer free phone consultations, and how they describe their session structure. A profile can also help you understand how a therapist communicates and what you might expect before booking.

The cost of mental health care in South Dakota varies, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway makes it easier to search for therapists who take your insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and choose from therapists accepting new patients. Nationally, Headway works with over 100 insurance plans, so you can review bios, compare fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

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