Missouri Therapists who take Aetna - Moda
Finding a therapist who accepts Aetna - Moda can make accessing mental health care more convenient and affordable. With 149 verified therapists in Missouri who take Aetna - Moda, you can filter by therapy approach (CBT, DBT, EMDR) and specialties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges. Each provider is Grow Therapy-verified, welcoming new clients, and has availability in the next 30 days, ensuring you can find quality mental health care covered by Aetna - Moda.
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Intelligent
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Suicidal Ideation
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When anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, self-harm urges, family conflict, or addiction take over, it can feel like your inner voice gets drowned out. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or ready for something different but unsure where to start. No matter where you are in life, you deserve to be heard & taken seriously. Therapy isn’t just about talking. It’s about learning how to shift patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, & build communication skills that actually work in real life. This is a space to get clear, grow stronger, & create change that feels authentic to you. Let’s help you reconnect with yourself & move forward
I help clients move from surviving to thriving by building practical skills for real change. Specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, alcohol and substance use, identity challenges, and more. I provide a safe, collaborative environment. My goal is to help you understand your experiences, heal, and deeply reconnect with yourself.
Reaching out is often the hardest step, but it is also the bravest. You don’t have to carry this weight alone any longer. Finding a therapist you truly connect with is the most important part of the healing process, & you deserve a space where you feel safe, understood, & supported. I invite you to reach out for a consultation to see if we are the right fit
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
+9
Hi, thanks for reaching out for help. I have over 30 years of experience in many areas of mental health, including counseling, psychiatric and substance use assessments in hospital emergency departments ; I have worked with adults, adolescents an$ couples. I have also been consultant to managers and supervisors seeking guidance for employees with mental health/ substance issues. I have an open, compassionate approach and will work together with you to help you break free of the issues that are holding you back or keeping you stuck. You are not alone: so many of us- including myself- face these challenges. I’m available for an initial, brief phone conversation to answer any questions you might have, and to determine if I would be a good fit.
VirtualOffers in-person in Arnold, MO - Accepting clients in MOAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
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My name is Dan Cooper, and I have been a licensed counselor since 2008. My path to this work was shaped early on by a year of public service with AmeriCorps, followed by time working in a transitional living program for homeless youth. Watching counselors help young people create meaningful, lasting change in their lives inspired me to pursue this work myself — and that sense of purpose has stayed with me ever since.
My approach to counseling is fundamentally collaborative. I believe that you are the expert on your own life and circumstances. My role is not to tell you what to do, but to offer an outside perspective, help you clarify what you want, and support you in taking accountable steps toward your own goals. Together, we work as a team.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Solution oriented
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
+8
Hi, I'm Julie. Are you ready to be seen and feel supported through encouragement, validation, and understanding? You should start to feel lighter and more in control pretty quickly—you are no longer alone with what makes you sad, frustrated, insecure, or scared. You won't have to remind me of your past sessions.
I have an eclectic, humanistic approach, which means you are an incredible human who matters. I personalize the style of therapy to you and your situation, pulling from different perspectives and modalities designed to meet your needs best. I welcome your feedback as we build a partnership for growth and healing.
Available
Warm
Open-minded
Specialties
Addiction
Personality Disorders
Substance Misuse
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I’m Chelsea, a somatic-first therapist who helps people move from emotional overwhelm into steadiness and clarity. In my practice, I guide clients to slow down, notice what’s happening in their bodies, and act from a grounded, regulated place rather than from panic, old wounds, or automatic patterns. I blend ACT, DBT, CBT, and embodied awareness to help people understand their thoughts, regulate their nervous systems, and build relationships and behaviors that align with their values. My work is gentle, intuitive, and deeply human — focused on helping clients feel anchored, present, and capable of choosing the life they want.
Available
Empowering
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
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I’m a Missouri-licensed therapist with 19 years of experience. My style is warm, inviting, and deeply accepting—I meet you where you are and celebrate the courage it takes to show up. I lean on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to build awareness of how your life experiences shape today’s thoughts, feelings, and responses. For 15 years I’ve supported active-duty service members and their families, and I’ve also worked in schools—experiences that taught me to listen closely, honor each person’s story, and tailor care to your unique needs. I’m an ordained clergy member and can integrate a faith-based perspective when that feels meaningful for you, while also offering a safe space to process spirituality or church hurt.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
From the outside, it may look like you’re managing life well...showing up for work, relationships, and responsibilities while quietly carrying stress, anxiety, overthinking, or emotional exhaustion underneath it all. Maybe your mind never fully slows down, you feel disconnected from yourself, or you keep finding yourself stuck in the same painful patterns no matter how hard you try to change them alone.
The truth is that healing does not happen in isolation. We are not meant to carry everything by ourselves. Real change happens when you have a space where you can feel emotionally safe, understood, and supported without judgment. That's where I come in. I’m a trauma-informed psychotherapist (LPC) and the founder of Profound Minds Psychological Services. I help individuals move beyond survival mode, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and begin creating sustainable, transformative, long-lasting emotional and mental healing. My role is to help you make sense of what is happening beneath the surface and begin creating change that actually lasts.
Many of the individuals I work with are capable, reflective, and self-aware, yet frustrated that insight alone has not been enough. In our work, we go beyond symptoms and begin identifying the emotional and relational patterns driving them. From there, we work to shift those patterns in a structured, realistic, and sustainable way. This is a space where you do not need to hold everything together or have the right words. You can show up as you are, and we will begin from there.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Open-minded
Humorous
Specialties
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Family Conflict
+9
As a marriage and family therapist, I specialize in helping people improve family and other intimate relationships. We deserve to feel loved and connected in our family and especially in our marriage. I also have extensive experience helping people overcome their fears and anxiety. I enjoy helping empower people to live a fuller life where anxiety is an after-thought instead of the first thought. I've been seeing clients since 2020.
VirtualOffers in-person in Parkville, MO - Accepting clients in MOAvailable
Often rebooked
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
+7
Finding a therapist you can identify with, feeling heard & accepted can be a challenging feat. Therapists are not one size fits all. We are people with problems, just like you. I offer you over 20 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse treatment world. I have an undergraduate degree in psychology (2001) and a graduate degree (2006) in professional counseling. With working 10 of those years in a hospital setting, I also have a decent handle on possible medical issues you might need to be referred for. After more life experience, I became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2016 and opened my private practice.
I can't tell you all the answers to life's problems, but together we can come to what the best decision will be for you in particular. Your goals and values are worth exploring. Your likes and dislikes matter. Your happiness is not selfish.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
LGBTQ
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hey, I’m Amber. I’m so glad you’re here! I know sometimes it can be pretty scary searching for a therapist who helps you feel known and understood. That is the kind of therapist I strive to be. Let me share a little about myself. I’ve been working in the mental health field for over 11 years now. I worked in community mental health for 10 1/2 of those years before deciding to branch into my own private practice. I am now licensed in Illinois and Missouri. I grew up in a very conservative and religious family, even attending seminary, so I do know those beliefs well. It took me until I was 25 to be brave enough to live my authentic self as a gay individual, knowing it would cost me most of my family and friends. It hasn't been easy, but it has been worth it. It is now my desire to be the support for you that I never had as you live your own truth and tell your own story.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Coping Skills
+8
I am a licensed therapist with specialized training in trauma-informed care and co-occurring disorders, dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. My approach is warm, supportive, and structured, combining evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a strengths-based perspective to promote meaningful and lasting change.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults facing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, behavioral concerns, and major life transitions. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood, while also being gently challenged to grow. Together, we focus on building practical skills, increasing self-awareness, and developing healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and responding to everyday stressors.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I’m here to support you in taking the next step forward.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Foster Care/Adoption
I’ve had the privilege of working across the lifespan—supporting children and families in child welfare, working with adolescents, adults and older adults in psychiatric care, and guiding older adults and those with intellectual disabilities through life’s transitions. I meet you where you are, whether you need space to build trust or a structured plan to move forward. Clients come to me because I have a broad base of experience. I draw on that understanding to help you navigate your unique situation, guiding you toward clarity, resilience, and meaningful change.
Offers in-person in Dexter, MO - Accepting clients in MOAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Depression
+8
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have dedicated my career to supporting teens and adolescents since 2014. I find it incredibly rewarding to help young people navigate the complexities of their lives and overcome the challenges they face. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices. I am committed to helping my clients discover their strengths and create meaningful change in their lives.
VirtualAvailable
Intelligent
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Hello hello hello! Congratulations on doing one of the first steps of your journey: searching and initiating care for yourself! I'm glad you're here. My name is Jenny Simpson and I work with high achievers navigating depression and anxiety or even just conquering an adjustment period in their life - opening a business, taking a big exam, deciding on relationship dynamics. I have extensive history in hospital administration, working alongside varying diagnoses including mental health and substance use disorder. I hold a national certification and am licensed in three states (MO, KS, and CO) and am ready to party (have therapy) when you are!
Available
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Grief
+9
A Christian Counselor who counsels with an open Bible during the session. I serve individuals grappling with intrusive negative thoughts, shame, and guilt from past decisions, and a lack of clarity about their God-given purpose.
Do you experience emotional breakdowns, increased stress, and sleepless nights? Do you often fight to quiet or chase away the persistent inner thoughts/voices? It can be downright SCARY as uncontrollable anxiety and spiritual uncertainty set in, leaving you to wonder, “Where is God?” “Why is this happening to me?” and crying out, “I just want it to stop!” When positive self-talk, distraction, and deep breathing aren't working, you need a different kind of therapy.
Christian counseling, which relies on Biblical instructions from God, focuses on all aspects of mental health. The Bible is true, and scientific discoveries continue to support what God has been telling us.
Let's remove the distracting emotional states of worry, fear, and pain so you can focus on life. You can enjoy activities again without doubt or apprehension. If you are done with all the annoying, catastrophizing negative thoughts that keep you from enjoying life or rob you of sleep at night, I want to encourage you - you don’t have to live this way.
I offer a FREE 20-minute CONSULTATION if you still have questions. Just message me or email me, and we can set that up!
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Warm
Direct
Empowering
Specialties
Child or Adolescent
Couples Counseling
Peer Relationships
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I am a seasoned mental health professional with more than two decades of experience, including approximately four years as a therapist (first year of independent clinical practice). I work from a systemic perspective, recognizing that while each person has their own internal struggles, the world around them profoundly shapes their experiences and relationships. Drawing from training in multiple therapeutic modalities, I tailor my approach to each individual, creating personalized treatment plans that honor their unique needs and goals. My clinical work spans children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I also have a unique and meaningful connection to first responders and their families, because I grew up in the fire community, and I am the spouse a first responder.
Offers in-person in Ozark, MO - Accepting clients in MOAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about helping people heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I specialize in working with women, children, and BIPOC clients seeking emotional balance, confidence, and clarity. Using EMDR, mindfulness, CBT, and trauma-informed care, I guide clients to break free from stuck patterns and create lasting, meaningful change. I am a client-centered therapist that encourages clients to find the strength within by going on a journey of self discovery.
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Authentic
Humorous
Specialties
Anxiety
Military/Veterans
Trauma and PTSD
I'm a retired, decorated Air Force combat veteran. I graduated from Washington University St Louis, earning a Master of Science in Social Work with an emphasis in Social Entrepreneurship.
I have years of experience as a therapist working with the military, veterans, and various populations. I've worked as a subject matter expert in wellness programs such as suicide prevention, substance abuse, alcohol and drug abuse, and smoking cessation. I was a certified resiliency trainer and instructor for over 15 years.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
+10
You've built the career✔️
You've shown up for your family✔️
You've handled all the responsibilities, solved the problems, and kept moving forward even when things got heavy✔️
From the outside, it looks like you have it all together; but lately, something feels off. You feel stuck.
Maybe your relationship isn't where you want it to be. Maybe anxiety has become YOUR constant companion. You may be navigating a divorce/breakup, a career change, or simply wondering how you got so far from the person you used to be. The one thing you have the most clarity on is that you've spent years taking care of everyone else, so you know you're capable and resilient. But you also know, you don't want to keep living like 'this.' I help high-achieving adults navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, and life transitions so they can reconnect with who they are, communicate more effectively, and move forward in life with more confidence.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
+9
Hello, my name is Beverly Little, and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with eight years of experience working with adults. I specialize in supporting individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and other mental health challenges. My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, and practical. I use evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Supportive Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help you better understand your thoughts, manage emotions, and build skills that support lasting change.
I strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to share openly. Together we will work at your pace to explore what's been weighing on you and identify steps that help you feel more balnced, confident, and in control of your life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+10
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who values honesty, connection, and practical support. I work with adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what needs to change. I try to create a space where clients can be open without feeling judged or pressured. Therapy with me is conversational, supportive, and focused on helping you better understand yourself and move forward in a way that feels realistic.
Available
Intelligent
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
+10
Dr. Malachi Oledibe is experienced clinical therapist, excellent listener with relaxing therapeutic mood. He integrates both insight-oriented and skills-based in his therapeutic approaches. He gently challenges clients to explore the root cause of their symptoms, gaining new awareness into their emotional, mental and relationship patterns. At the same time, he focuses on practical strategies, with an emphasis on relaxation and meditation practices, to help clients feel better in the here and now.
Having served as a consultant and clinician for over 34 years at local Community mental Health, hospitals and in school settings, Dr. Oledibe is uniquely skilled in working with those experiencing chronic pain, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and other serious mental illnesses. He brings a special awareness to the healing power of the mind-body connection, and his office serves as a safe harbor to freely process pain and find relief.
Dr. Oledibe is committed to maintaining an inclusive practice. With a background in general clinical practice. He is particularly sensitive to the creative process, lifestyles, and welcomes a wide range of creative professionals, freelancers, executives, parents, children, adults and young adults to his practice.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Solution oriented
Specialties
Chronic Illness
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
+8
My name is Maya (they/them) and I specialize in understanding the overlapping worlds of queer, neurodivergent, and disabled folks. My approach to treatment involves the use of direct, solution-focused, and strengths-based therapies. This allows you to prioritize your most pressing issues, and stabilize your life. I am sex-positive, poly-affirming, and kink-informed. Currently accepting new clients as of 6/10. Please note that I can only provide therapy at this time, I do not offer medication management or testing services.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my rescue pit bull/chow mix. I love crafting, scrolling through memes, and adding treasures to my doom pile. I have flexible availability so please reach out if you are unable to find a time that works for you on my booking site. I look forward to meeting you!
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
+5
Hello, I’m Victoria, a dedicated mental health therapist with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. I’m passionate about helping people navigate emotional struggles, build resilience, and develop effective coping strategies for long-term well-being. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with a wide range of populations—from children and adolescents to adults and geriatric clients. This diverse experience has deepened my understanding of the unique needs at every stage of life, allowing me to offer compassionate, personalized care tailored to your specific goals.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, I’m here to support you with empathy, expertise, and evidence-based approaches.
I look forward to working together on your journey toward healing and greater emotional wellness.
VirtualAvailable
Open-minded
Authentic
Direct
Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
+7
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor specializing in ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. I am trained in many treatment modalities but primarily utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) methods. I am also trained and utilize Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) to address PTSD and trauma. I am here to help you challenge the negative beliefs and/or thoughts holding you back and replace them with positive beliefs and motivation. I want to help you fight the battles nobody sees you fighting and give you tools to keep on fighting on those hard days.
Available
Authentic
Empowering
Intelligent
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Postpartum
+9
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with more than 15 years of experience, I work with adults and couples to help them build healthier relationships, develop effective coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. I also have experience supporting individuals during the prenatal and postpartum periods, recognizing the unique emotional and life adjustments that can come with expanding your family.
Available
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Coping Skills
+6
I help clients who feel overwhelmed by worry, racing thoughts, tension, fear, or the sense that they cannot fully relax. My goal is to help you recognize the strength already within you and learn practical ways to feel calmer and more in control. Because anxiety is shaped by each person’s upbringing, life experiences, thought patterns, and current circumstances, I take time to understand your unique story. Together, we can identify what is fueling your anxiety and create a path toward greater confidence, progress, and peace.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Solution oriented
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Couples Counseling
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
+10
I am an LPC with 15 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and families. I provide individual, couples and family counseling for those seeking growth, change and insight. I believe in person centered care and my goal is to provide you with an individualized approach to your needs. I believe learning about ourselves and others makes the world a better place on the individual level.
Available
Authentic
Empowering
Warm
Specialties
ADHD
Autism
Trauma and PTSD
+9
Hello, my name is Peggy Bissing and I am licensed professional counselor in Texas, Missouri and Alaska. I am a licensed chemical dependency counselor in the state of Texas and Mental Behavioral Telehealth Counselor in Idaho. I have often told my client's that my soul's purpose on earth is to prevent suffering and to help people live happier lives. I am excited to assist you on your healing journey.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Couples Counseling
+4
Hello, my name is Bruce Miller and I'm a licensed clinical social worker and was registered play therapist. I've been providing mental health services to clients of all ages for over several decades. I'm open to helping all clients of all problems, issues, and temperaments. I tend to prioritize by engaging and building rapport. I utilized a great deal of listening, reflecting and understanding a person's issues and problems. From there we collaborate in exploring and identifying the problem(s) that are creating the stress, anxiety, sadness depression and other emotions.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Empowering
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Chronic Illness
Grief
Health/Medical Issues
+7
I specialize in helping clients who are struggling with chronic illness, grief and loss related to losing someone or major life changes, caregiver fatigue, end-of-life issues and related burnout. Having personally experienced all of these things, gives me a true understanding and unique perspective while working with clients.
Through past work with clients and my own personal journey with caregiving, deep grief, end-of-life issues, chronic illness and related burnout, I realized that my special talents lie in helping people who are seeking help with these things themselves. I love teaching and speaking for groups who want to learn more about all of these things.
I believe in a holistic approach to living and a balanced lifestyle and look forward to helping my clients achieve their dreams. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with family, being out in nature, photography, reading, learning, walking, yoga, and spending time with my cat, Carl. I am currently missing my giant Lab, Dugan. Fly high, Buddy.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Freedom of mind. Don’t let worrying about your past or current life stressors take up any more free real estate in your mind. Worrying offers NO RETURN on your investment.
I’m Andrea Onukwue! It’s a pleasure and privilege to welcome you to Freed Mind Consulting, LLC. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Psychotherapy Privileges licensed to practice independently in the states of MD, MO and NY. I provide individual therapy to adults only.
For the past six years, I've had my full-time private practice. Over the past 20 years, I’ve practiced in a variety of settings and contexts, including as a practitioner, C-suite executive, employee assistance consultant, and senior executive leader. I’m dually credentialed as a psychotherapist and educational leader. I have extensive experience journeying with individuals from all walks of life as they seek greater clarity, wellness, fulfillment, and peace.
My clients describe me as:
Honest, easy to talk to, and highly competent in providing goal-directed care that achieves results. Levity and life application are always an integrated aspect of normalizing the treatment experience.
My approach emphasizes cultivating a free mindset as essential to a healthy, productive, and enjoyable life. It also emphasizes improving communication, managing expectations, and establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries in interpersonal connections.
Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:
Your telehealth session can occur in your own indoor or outdoor private space as long as you have a stable connection, are comfortable, and not operating a vehicle in your state of residence.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Women's Issues
Hey there! I'm Tiffinie!
My mission as a therapist is to empower my clients with an unbiased, supportive, and compassionate approach to therapy that works to identify and disrupt the limiting beliefs that we and society tend to impose on ourselves.
My hope is to create new pathways to healing and growth in order for you to improve your overall well-being as well as your relationships.
You are more than deserving of a safe space to heal and grow towards your full potential. It is your right and your responsibility to initate change in your life. Let's get started on your journey together!
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Men's Issues
+1
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of experience, working with adults, adolescents, and school age children. I bring a collaborative approach to therapy sessions to try and work toward goals to best benefit clients. While creating a safe space for client’s to discuss their needs, I also challenge thought processes and problematic behaviors to work toward progress.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Holistic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor doing virtual therapy in Kansas, Missouri, Pennsylvania, and Florida. I offer Christian therapy and am a trauma therapist trained in techniques to work with wonderful people who face challenges that keep them from reaching their maximum potential. If your struggling in your home life, career, school, or in relationships. Oftentimes, feelings of being alone can result in high levels of anxiety; trauma responses, low self-worth, and emotional fatigue. These feelings can lead to many other issues that can take a toll on your mood, career, and relationships in a safe and supportive environment. I can help you to move forward!
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
+7
Hello and welcome. I'm Scarlet, a mental health counselor dedicated to empowering high-achievers. If you're successful on the outside but feel overwhelmed, doubtful, or burned out on the inside, I provide a sanctuary. Together, we'll transform stress into strength and achievement into holistic well-being, so you can thrive in all areas of your life. My approach is like a compass: warm yet direct, helping you challenge limiting beliefs, set unshakable boundaries, and rebuild confidence from the inside out. I believe in working collaboratively to not just manage symptoms, but to uncover and heal the root causes of your struggles. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, healing old wounds, or simply longing to feel ‘enough,’ I’ll help you reclaim ownership of your story. We will blend practical strategies with deep, insightful work, ensuring you have both the tools for daily life and the foundational shifts for lasting change. Growth begins when you stop fighting alone.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
+7
Hi! My name is Leahanna McDonald and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)! I received my Masters from the University of Southern Indiana and have been serving children and families since 2014. I support children, teens, and caregivers during high stressors of life transitions such as divorce, separation, parenting conflicts, high conflict divorce, custody changes, and changes in family dynamics.
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Empowering
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri and a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina who specializes in supporting trauma survivors and individuals who are in life transitions to navigate emotional healing, identity transitions, and relationships. In my work, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy to help you connect with your inner self, challenge negative self-talk, and reframe thoughts that keep you questioning yourself. I offer a warm, safe, and collaborative space where you are seen and heard.
Available
Intelligent
Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Parenting
Women's Issues
Hi, I'm Jonni Allen, from Houston, Texas, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and an Advanced Mediator. I received my masters degree from East Carolina University in Greenville, NC and my law degree from Washburn University in Topeka, KS. I started Pink Rose Therapy to help women reach their full potential. Through empowerment, support, and emotional development I have seen women achieve greater success in their career, higher reports of satisfaction and enjoyment from their interpersonal relationships and a genuine calm and peacefulness when enjoying their down time, allowing more time to spend on hobbies, side hustles, or causes with greater vigor and passion.
I approach individual therapy as a partnership, where you and I both work on your treatment plan goals and checking in with how effective our work together is going. Each person is unique and has specific needs. Typically, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to challenge your current assumptions about your situation.
I specialize in people experiencing anxiety, adjustment concerns around life transitions, and personality disorders. I am trauma informed and can help you realize how past traumas are impacting your mental health today, and strategies to cope better and calm the mind and body.
I am a single mom to three children one adult, and two elementary age.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Personality Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
I have been a therapist for 10 years. I enjoy spending time with my family and helping others. I like working with those in the community and trying to meet unmet needs that exist among so many of us. I enjoy helping clients uncover their hidden assets. We will discover uncover the things in your life that are working well, and which areas you'd like to see improvement in.
Available
Authentic
Solution oriented
Warm
Specialties
Couples Counseling
LGBTQ
Trauma and PTSD
I’m a therapist who helps queer and straight individuals and couples strengthen their relationships and deepen their emotional connection. My work is rooted in trauma-informed, emotion-focused, and strength-based approaches that honor your unique experiences and goals. I create a safe, collaborative space where healing and growth feel possible—so you can build the kind of relationships and life that truly support your well-being.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+10
Hello, I'm Shakera. No one knows you better than yourself, so be proud of this first step of taking care of yourself. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience working as a therapist My focus is on implementing a client-centered approach, where I believe the most important aspect is to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for all of my clients. It's crucial not to pressure my clients to convey what is uncomfortable but to help them process their feelings and empower them to do what is best for them in their daily lives.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with adults who have experienced trauma, grief, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, self-image issues, anxiety, peer pressure, and so much more. My approach is versatile, incorporating a variety of techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused theory, mindfulness techniques, grounding techniques, and more. I believe in the importance of clients having a voice so they can be heard and understood.
Available
Warm
Direct
Empowering
Specialties
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma and PTSD
+10
My name is Jennifer and I've been a therapist for 15 years. I specialize in working with relationship and family issues, parenting, narcissistic abuse recovery, codependency, trauma, and complex PTSD. As a veteran with 15 years of military service I have a special passion for working with active military, veterans, and their families. In my free time, I am an avid traveler, hiker, and backpacker. I have a German Shepard who loves to join me in my adventures.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Trauma and PTSD
+6
Hello, I am Christina Sharp. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Missouri and went on to get my clinical license (LCSW). I reside in Missouri and I am licensed in Missouri, Nevada, Illinois, Arizona, Florida and Massachusetts. I have worked for clinics and have seen clients in-person, via telehealth, and in-home. I now have my own private practice and see client's via telehealth.
I am a wife and a mother to an amazing young daughter, who I love to spend my off time with. I am also an animal lover with three cats, a dog, fish, and a mischief of rats.
My self-care includes spending time out in nature with my family, including getting my hands dirty in my garden. I enjoy reading and spending quality time with my young child. Over the winter months, I also enjoy crocheting and learning new skills.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
Depression
+10
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Missouri. I earned my Master's Degree from Simmon's University in Boston, MA and have been practicing for over 6 years. I work with teenagers and adults who are coping with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and self-esteem issues. I have also spent a number of years working as a Medical Social Worker and are able to help clients and caregivers through complex medical journeys.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Warm
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
+5
I've provided mental health services within rural Missouri countryside and urban locations in St. Louis and New York, along with work within every level of care (outpatient, inpatient, and residential treatment) since the mid-1990s. I hold two graduate degrees from Lindenwood University in the metro St. Louis area with post graduate training in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I am currently licensed as a Professional Counselor in New Jersey and Missouri. My approach has been refined over years for a person-centered focus with young to older adults struggling with multiple issues, such as depression, anxiety and addiction.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+7
Hi my name is Elizabeth and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in the state of Florida and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Kansas and in the state of Missouri and Arizona (LPC). I earned a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Mid America Nazarene University with 15 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
I am holistic in my approach adhering to the Adlerian theory of beliefs. I love to see people heal from trauma, gain clarity, increase confidence, improve their relationships and be the healthiest, happiest version of themselves, living their best life!
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Mood Disorders
+7
I enjoy working with people of all ages and supporting their journey of acceptance, increasing resilience, and improving the quality of their life.
I love getting to know the people that I work with, and with a collaborative and nonjudgmental mindset, together we will identify goals and values, and the barriers that prevent them from getting there.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has been providing therapeutic services to children and adults since 2015.
If you are ready to make a change, let’s get started today. I look forward to meeting you and working with you on your journey.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Intelligent
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem
+10
I have a Master of Arts degree in forensic psychology and have maintained a career within the criminal justice system for over two decades. In addition, I have been a licensed mental health professional for over 10 years. My purpose in life is to inspire, empower and support others so they can develop into, and function from, their best selves. This fueled my desire to form Stronger Than Fear, LLC, a company that offers coaching, therapy, and empowerment services, and to publish the Stronger Than Fear Empowerment Journal. In processing current and past stressors, I will help you replace unhelpful ways of thinking. I will empower you by teaching you skills to process emotions in a healthy way, engage in positive relationships, and develop a more balanced lifestyle.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Warm
Specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+5
I help people who feel overwhelmed by anger, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, shame, grief, or difficult seasons of life. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they do not like: saying things they regret, replaying conversations, avoiding people, feeling like they are failing, or carrying pain that they have tried hard to keep hidden.
Before opening my private practice, I founded Coyote Hill and spent more than 33 years working with foster children, families, and people in crisis. That experience shaped the way I work now: calm, practical, honest, and compassionate. I do not believe therapy should feel mysterious or judgmental. My goal is to help you understand what is happening, why it keeps happening, and what you can begin doing differently.
One line that has stayed with me is, “We are all just walking each other home.” To me, that is part of what therapy can be: a steady place where you do not have to carry everything alone, and where we move toward clarity, healing, and the next right step. We cannot change the past, but we can work on how you respond in the present and how you move forward with more steadiness, self-respect, and hope.
VirtualAvailable
Frequently asked questions
Why filter by Missouri rather than a city like Kansas City?
Why filter by Missouri rather than a city like Kansas City?
When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in Missouri. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Missouri from Saint Louis to Springfield! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Missouri.
Will my therapist take Aetna - Moda?
Will my therapist take Aetna - Moda?
Yes! If you use Aetna - Moda you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Aetna - Moda you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.
How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on a specific issue?
How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on a specific issue?
The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.
Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?
Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?
Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.
What happens during the first therapy session?
What happens during the first therapy session?
Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.