Online therapy in Missouri

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Missouri. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
About finding online care in this state

Looking for online therapy in Missouri? This page is here to help you find therapists and prescribers who are licensed to provide telehealth care in Missouri. Whether you live in St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, Columbia, or a smaller community, online care can make it easier to compare options across the state and focus on fit instead of choosing the closest provider. You can narrow your search using filters for specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you want a therapist or medication management provider. It is a practical way to find care that matches your needs, schedule, and budget.

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Dr. Jessica Hasson

Pay It Forward Assessments

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with children as young as 4, adolescents, and adults. I conduct a variety of different types of evaluations using a therapeutic, strengths based-approach. These include comprehensive psychological evaluations, psychoeducational evaluations, diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, personality assessment, assessment with 2E Individuals, & Child/Adolescent/Adult Autism Evaluations.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Personality Disorders · Psychosis · Trauma & PTSD
Dr. Sara Frye

Frye Psychological Services

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Frye Psychological Services is a neurodiversity-affirming practice that provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children and adults (including adults being diagnosed for the first time). Our evaluations provide a comprehensive look at an individual’s neurocognitive profile, as well as their social-emotional and behavioral functioning. This information is used to help clarify diagnoses, identify areas for growth, and provide personalized recommendations to help neurodivergent individuals overcome barriers and thrive at school, work, and in their daily life.”
Services:
Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Autism · Educational and Learning Disabilities
Dr. Nichole Vincent

Life In Progress Psychological Services

Psy.D.

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with thoughtful, self-aware adults who look like they have it together, butttt internally feel anxious, burned out, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients are high-functioning and capable, yet caught in overthinking, self-doubt, or patterns that no longer fit who they’re becoming. You might find yourself constantly in your head, questioning your decisions, or feeling like you “should” be fine, but aren’t. I support people navigating life transitions, identity shifts, and relationship patterns they’re ready to understand and change at a deeper level. My clients are curious, reflective, and willing to be honest with themselves; not looking for quick fixes, but for clarity, alignment, and meaningful change that lasts.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Alan Jacobson

Foresight Psychology, PLLC

Psy.D.

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Many of my clients are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD or executive-functioning difficulties, life transitions, relationship concerns, or questions involving identity, purpose, and personal growth. I also work with college students, young adults, athletes, executives, and other professionals seeking improved resilience, focus, confidence, and performance under pressure. My clients are often thoughtful, motivated, and looking to better understand themselves and find greater purpose as they make meaningful changes in their lives. Many of the individuals I work with are high-functioning on the outside, but privately struggling with stress, self-doubt, or feeling stuck. I frequently work with those who are driven and capable, yet find themselves dealing with burnout, perfectionism, or difficulty sustaining focus and momentum. These individuals often want not just symptom relief, but a deeper understanding of how to perform—and live—at their best.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Executive Coaching · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Relationship Issues
Jamie Skyta, MS, LPC

Light & Grace Counseling

LPC

Licensed In:
Florida, Missouri, Texas
“Life brings seasons of stress, change, and pain — but you don’t have to walk through them alone. I will come alongside you with compassionate, Christian-based care to help you find peace, clarity, and strength in the midst of life’s challenges. Whether you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety and burnout, navigating uncertainty as a young adult, or seeking healing from past trauma, our work together is rooted in both professional counseling and the hope of Christ.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Codependency · Divorce · Faith-Based Care · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD
Amy “A J” Jones

A J Counselor, LLC

LPC

Licensed In:
Colorado, Missouri, Oregon
“I love working with folks who have lived a life of being misunderstood and feeling "alien" so they can finally experience acceptance and confident authenticity.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Depression · Menopause & Perimenopause · Older Adults & Aging · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation
Dr Dorian Kondas

Awakenings Counseling

MA, PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I've had the privilege of working with a wide variety of diverse adult clients--perhaps like you! I provide individual and group therapy (currently not couples or family therapy). Coming from both a generalist and specialist background, I'm able to work with many concerns that could include any of the following: PTSD and trauma (of many kinds) Queer / LGBTQ issues Racial/Ethnic concerns Depression and anxiety Grief, loss, transitions Relationship or family conflict Aging, chronic illness / pain / HIV/AIDS Sexuality, gender, body shame Sexual addiction / compulsion Academic stress and achievement Recovering from narcissistic abuse Interpersonal issues in group therapy Religious trauma, conflict and cult recovery Job stress, burnout, and finding "calling" Student, academic and career concerns Adverse experiences from prayer and meditation Racial discrimination / recovering from hate crime Climate change distress / political anxiety / social justice concerns.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · End-of-Life · Faith-Based Care · Gender Identity · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Out-of-Control Sexual Behavior · Panic · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Ashley Molin

Trailhead Counseling, Inc

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“My practice focuses on individuals who feel they fall outside of traditional narratives of what our lives "should" look like. This may show up in your relationships, sexuality, gender, or general approach to life. Through our work together, I can help you identify what works for you and what is better left behind.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Gender Identity · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Caitlin Kishore

Optimal Focus Counseling

LPC, NCC, CCTP

Licensed In:
Missouri
“When you have spent much of your life adapting to survive, starting therapy can feel overwhelming. I believe healing begins in spaces where people feel emotionally safe, understood, and genuinely accepted. I specialize in working with adults (18+) healing from PTSD, complex trauma, and attachment wounds, helping them better understand how past experiences continue to shape their emotions, relationships, nervous system responses, and sense of self. I am especially passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA2S+ community, healthcare workers, survivors of trauma and relational violence, veterans, and military families.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Codependency · Dissociative Disorders · Gender Identity · Grief · Life Transitions · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dana Martinez

Dana Martinez, PsyD, LLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“adolescent, young adults, adults”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Adoption · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Codependency · Depression · Disability · Dissociative Disorders · Divorce · Eating Disorders · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Grief · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Personality Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Richelle Massengale

Sage Holistic Counseling

MS LPC LMHC

Licensed In:
Arizona, Iowa, Missouri
“I specialize in helping clients 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, as well as the ability to work with clients in a meaningful and helpful way. Counseling provides a way for you to heal without the fear of answering unwelcome questions or hearing hurtful advice.”
Services:
Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Chronic Pain and Illness · Dementia · Depression · Grief
Julia Vahlsing

Main Line Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, LLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Dr. Vahlsing is experienced in treating children, adolescents, and adults. She has specialized interests in treating all types of anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, grief issues, college stress, trauma, and developmental concerns.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Depression · Divorce · Grief · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Perfectionism · Phobias · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD

Finding online care in Missouri

Online therapy can be a very practical option in Missouri because the best therapist for you may not be at the closest office. That matters in a state where some people live near major population centers and others may have fewer local options, longer drives, or tighter appointment availability. Online care can give you a wider pool of therapists to compare, which can make it easier to find someone who works with your concerns, offers the kind of therapy you want, and has session times that fit around work, school, or family responsibilities. It can also help when travel is the hard part. Missouri’s emergency management agency says ice storms, tornadoes, severe storms, and flooding are common, and severe winter weather can make driving difficult. As you compare providers, pay attention to fit, availability, insurance, self-pay rates, and session logistics. You can use the resources below to verify licenses or find extra support if needed.

Online therapy in Missouri: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Missouri?

Start with the kind of help you want, then narrow your options with filters. You can search by specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you want therapy or medication management. It often helps to begin with a broader statewide search instead of only your town, because online care lets you compare Missouri-licensed providers across different parts of the state. After that, read profiles closely for experience, style, fees, and scheduling so you can choose someone who feels like a good match for you.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

Ask whether they work with your concerns, what ages they see, what a first session is like, whether they offer video or phone appointments, what openings they usually have, whether they take your insurance, what self-pay costs look like, and how cancellations work. If you think you may need medication, ask whether they prescribe or coordinate with a medication provider. If you travel often or spend time near a state line, ask what happens if you are outside Missouri on appointment day.

Does my online therapist have to live in Missouri, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Your therapist does not necessarily have to live in Missouri, but to treat you while you are physically in Missouri, they generally need to be licensed here. In practice, what matters most is where you are during the appointment. If you travel out of state, tell your provider before the session. They may need to pause care for that visit or only continue if they are also licensed where you are. If you split time between states, it can help to look for providers with multi-state licensure. You can browse that option here: Find a therapist licensed in multiple states.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Missouri?

Depending on the provider and your needs, you may find individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. Availability can vary by clinician, age group, and whether the service is a good fit for telehealth, so filters can save you time when you know what kind of care you want.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. If you are looking for a prescriber, use the medication management filter. Medication management is focused on psychiatric evaluation, prescriptions, dose changes, side effects, and follow-up visits. Online therapy is focused on talk therapy, coping skills, patterns, goals, and emotional support. Some clinicians offer both, but many people work with a therapist and a separate prescriber. If you need controlled substances prescribed, check with the provider before booking about whether they can do that through telehealth in your situation, because there may be additional restrictions depending on the medication and visit type.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in Missouri?

A strong place to start is Missouri’s community mental health center system and the state treatment locator. Those resources can help you find county or regional public behavioral health services, and Missouri says each listed community mental health center has a 24-hour crisis hotline and mobile response capability. For support groups, family education, and community support, National Alliance on Mental Illness Missouri can also be helpful. If you need urgent emotional support, Missouri 988 is available 24/7. The official links are in the resources below.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s Missouri license?

Start with the Missouri Division of Professional Registration Licensee Search, which the state describes as primary source verification. For profession-specific resources, use the Missouri board pages for social workers, professional counselors, marital and family therapists, psychologists, the Board of Registration for the Healing Arts for psychiatrists and physician assistants, and the Missouri State Board of Nursing or Nursys for psychiatric nurse practitioners. The official links are in the resources below.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Missouri, and how does payment usually work?

Often, yes. Missouri law says many state-regulated health plans cannot deny a covered service just because it is provided through telehealth, and the cost-sharing generally should not be higher than if that same covered service were provided in person. Missouri Medicaid also reimburses telehealth when program rules are met. Your actual cost still depends on your plan, whether the provider is in network, and what service is being billed. Before your first appointment, ask about copay, deductible, self-pay rate, sliding scale spots, and whether the provider can offer a superbill if you need one.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually ideal, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Missouri law allows telehealth to use audiovisual and audio-only technologies, and federal telehealth guidance recommends secure communications that protect your privacy. Most sessions happen by video, but depending on the provider and service, phone calls or secure messaging may also be part of telehealth or follow-up communication. Many providers also have their own policies about where sessions can take place, so it is best to check ahead if privacy or location may be an issue. If weather or internet outages are common where you live, ask whether the provider has a backup phone plan.

Are there scheduling, regional, travel, or weather issues in Missouri that can make online therapy especially practical?

Yes. Missouri’s Office of Rural Health and Primary Care says rural and underserved communities can face access challenges, and the state also notes that sustaining health care systems in rural communities can be difficult. That can make online therapy especially useful if the right provider is not close by, or if getting to an office would mean extra time off work, child care planning, or a long drive. Online care can also help when Missouri weather gets in the way. The state emergency management agency says ice storms, tornadoes, severe storms, and flooding are common, and severe winter weather can create dangerous driving conditions.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space or secure internet connection for sessions. In those situations, in-person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8 right away. Missouri residents can also call or text Missouri 988 for free, confidential support any time.

Missouri mental health resources

Missouri 988

State crisis line for free, confidential 24/7 call, text, or chat support.

Missouri Department of Mental Health Crisis Services

Explains crisis response options, including mobile crisis response and stabilization services.

Community Mental Health Centers

County and regional public mental health providers across Missouri.

Locate Treatment Services

State treatment locator for behavioral health services and local programs.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Missouri (NAMI Missouri)

Free support, education, support groups, and family resources statewide.

Missouri Division of Professional Registration Licensee Search

Primary source verification tool for many Missouri licenses.

Committee for Social Workers

Board page for Missouri social worker licensure and board information.

Committee for Professional Counselors

Board page for Missouri professional counselor licensure and board information.

State Committee of Marital & Family Therapists

Board page for Missouri marriage and family therapist licensure and board information.

Committee of Psychologists

Board page for Missouri psychologist licensure and board information.

Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts

Board page for physicians, including psychiatrists, plus links for physician assistants.

Missouri State Board of Nursing

Board page and verification access for nursing licenses and advanced practice nursing recognition.

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