Online Anxiety therapists in East Independence, Missouri MO
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Anxiety
Dr. Ryan Kitts Schallon
Psychologist, PsyD
Anxiety is not a malfunction. It is the body's insistence that something requires attention — something the mind may have been working very hard to avoid. The racing thoughts, the tightness in the chest, the inability to sit still in your own life: these are not symptoms to be managed away. They are communications. In our work together, we slow down enough to hear what the anxiety is actually saying — what it has been protecting, what it has been pointing toward — so that you can begin to live with more room.
3 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety
Dr. Jennifer McManus
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, PLLC
Does this sound familiar? You want to feel calm and peaceful, but instead you find yourself feeling: constantly worried, burdened by a sense of impending doom, or even debilitated by anxiety. It has been hard for you to manage this level of fear and anxiety on your own. Each day it becomes more difficult to focus on anything other than those worst-case scenarios that your mind so quickly creates. Life doesn’t have to go on this way. Hi, I’m Dr. Jennifer McManus, and I help ambitious women find relief from fear and anxiety. It is my mission to provide scientifically informed psychotherapy without sacrificing compassion and genuine concern.
12 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Dr. Lyndsay Elliott
Psychologist, PsyD.
Client-Centered
Anxiety and fear are among the most common reasons adults seek therapy — and among the most treatable. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience, I help adults and high-achieving professionals identify the root causes of anxiety, chronic stress, and worry and develop practical, lasting strategies to manage them. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and evidence-based techniques, I work with clients to break the cycle of anxious thinking and reclaim a genuine sense of calm and control. Telehealth anxiety therapy available across 40+ states.
21 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Benjamin Smalley, TherapyKC
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Anxiety often shows up as a chronic hum of fear in our chest. There's a feeling that you can’t fully relax when you're not certain. Even when you understand that your fears may not be rational, they can still feel very real. In our work, we look beyond surface-level coping strategies and explore the underlying patterns driving your anxiety, helping you develop a steadier way of relating to your thoughts and emotions.
9 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety
Dr. Michael M. Grant
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist PhD, MBA
If the experience of depression is "stuck in present pain" then the experience of anxiety is "fear of future pain". The core experience of anxiety is fear and fear is always about something in the future that we think is going to cause us pain as it gets closer and closer to the present moment and begins to become it.
We don't fear things that happened in the past...no need to fear them as they are past events. But, as we look at the future and as it becomes our present, we see what we think will hurt us and no one wants to hurt or feel pain. So, we begin to dread these things and the pain we think they will cause us. We begin to fear the experience of pain we are sure is going to happen.
The symptoms of any of the anxiety disorders include not only emotional fear and dread but also behavior: avoidance of the feared thing, attempts to dodge it, saying/doing things to protect oneself from this anticipated pain, etc.
Symptoms are also physiological: heart racing, sweating, feeling restless, fidgety, continuous chewing on thoughts about the feared thing in a vain attempt to "come at it from all angles" in our minds and so somehow lessen the impact we fear. We can also have gastrointestinal problems (the GI system is very sensitive to anxiety), problems sleeping, relationship problems, shallowness of breath, sexual functioning problems, and a host of other physical complaints.
There are some very specific tactics you can learn that will help you manage your anxiety and take your power back in a way that restores a sense of calm--and I can help you learn those tactics.
24 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety
Tab Shamsi
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
I provide evidence-based treatment for anxiety disorders and fear-based concerns, including chronic worry, panic, performance anxiety, and avoidance patterns that limit daily life. My approach is structured and grounded in research, helping clients understand how anxiety functions and how to respond to it effectively rather than being controlled by it. Together we work on reducing avoidance, strengthening emotional tolerance, and building practical skills that lead to real behavioral change. The aim is not only to reduce symptoms, but to equip you with the tools and confidence to manage anxiety independently and sustainably.
9 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Marina Harris, Bloom Psychology Group
Psychologist, PhD, HSP-P, CMPC
Anxiety has a way of making everything feel urgent and high-stakes. Whether you're a high-achiever whose mind won't quiet down, a teen overwhelmed by social and academic pressure, or someone whose worry is quietly getting in the way of your relationships and your life — you don't have to keep white-knuckling it. I help clients understand what's driving their anxiety, challenge the thoughts keeping them stuck, and build real tools to feel calmer and more in control.
6 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Iam Jophiel, LCSW, SEP, CPAT, CCTP-II
Therapist, @ Balanced Life Counseling & Consulting
I support you by using somatic techniques to help decrease anxiety, regulate their nervous systems, and build resilience. Together, we explore body-based practices, mindfulness, and self-regulation tools to release tension and restore balance. This approach not only alleviates current anxiety but also empowers you with strategies to manage future stressors with greater ease and confidence. For persons seeking additional support, I offer psychedelic-assisted services as a powerful tool to help shift entrenched patterns, promote emotional healing, and enhance resilience.
17 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Anita D. Cohn, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Anxiety is both biological and psychological. Therefore, learning proper breathing techniques are important. By providing needed oxygen to the brain your anxiety may subside. I can help in learning to address underlying issues and reduce or eliminate your anxieties and fears.
22 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety
Kristy Spriggs
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
I know just how you feel. The world can be a very scary place sometimes, and even when it's not, sometimes our nervous system did not get the memo. I enjoy helping people, like myself, who share a body with a nervous system that is a total drama queen.
3 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Anxiety can feel overwhelming, from racing thoughts, constant worry, physical tension, and a sense of being stuck in your own mind. I help individuals understand the roots of their anxiety, develop healthier coping strategies, and regain a sense of calm and control. Through a supportive, evidence-based approach, we’ll work together to reduce anxiety and help you feel more grounded, confident, and at ease in your daily life.
24 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Anxiety Eliminated
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Health Coach, MBA
i have a 95% success rate with healing anxiety. There are key dietary components which must be assessed and, in hypnosis, are very easy to fix. Once the body is stabilized, we go on to identify childhood challenges and traumas that are related to the anxiety. These issues are released by being pulled out by their roots by a specialized combination of releasing and hypnotherapy techniques.
14 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety
Tracy Hadel
Counselor/Therapist, LSCSW
There is extensive research supporting the use of mindfulness for anxiety can rewire the brain and create healthier pathways. Utilizing BAUD along with mindfulness techniques is hugely beneficial and can create long-term, permanent changes.
36 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Raber Hamad
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Anxiety can make it feel like your mind never turns off. Maybe you’re constantly overthinking, second-guessing yourself, or feeling like you have to be in control just to keep everything from falling apart. Your body might be on high alert—tight chest, racing heart, trouble sleeping—like you're always bracing for something to go wrong. Even when things are “fine,” the worry doesn’t stop. It’s exhausting.
You don’t have to live like this. Anxiety isn’t just in your head—it’s your nervous system reacting to stress, fear, and past experiences. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and other research-backed approaches, we’ll get to the root of what’s fueling your anxiety, not just manage the symptoms. Together, we’ll help you feel more grounded, calm, and in control—without the constant mental battle.
You deserve peace. Let’s start your journey.
6 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety
Dr. Danielle Goodwin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Anxiety is a normal emotion we all experience and can be helpful in some situations. However, one may need help when it is affecting your ability to do tasks you used to enjoy , work/school or relationships. Anxiety can be manifested as a specific fear, panic attacks or obsessive thoughts/compulsive behaviors. CBT is often used to assist with altering maladaptive behaviors and thoughts. Together, we can work on helping you to confront and overcome fears.
25 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work with individuals experiencing persistent worry, overthinking, and physical symptoms of anxiety that interfere with daily life. Drawing on extensive clinical experience treating anxiety and related concerns across community mental health and private practice settings, I incorporate biological and neurological education to help clients understand how anxiety affects the brain, body, and nervous system.
Anxiety is a naturally occurring process that can build slowly or appear suddenly. While many people associate anxiety only with panic attacks, it more often shows up as overthinking, constant analyzing, chronic worry, and a low-grade sense of never feeling fully safe. This ongoing activation can cause the limbic system to become overactive and gradually diminish the body’s ability to relax. Anxiety often gives the false impression of control over situations that are ultimately outside of our control.
In our work together, I teach practical skills to regulate the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, reduce reactivity, and restore a sense of internal stability. Together, we develop tools to manage uncertainty, increase tolerance for lack of control, and respond to stress with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
16 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
I help clients understand and manage anxiety, whether it shows up as constant worry, panic, social fears, or specific phobias. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy/exposure and response prevention, I teach practical strategies to reduce symptoms and build confidence. My goal is to help clients feel more in control and able to fully engage in their daily lives.
21 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety
Kevin Stegeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
I will incorporate CBT to identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, mindfulness to improve present-moment awareness, psychoeducation to increase understanding of anxiety and its symptoms, and problem-solving skills to strengthen healthy coping and manage daily stressors.
1 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Dr. Tonia Vojtkofsky
Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology
Struggles with excessive stress and anxiety that awareness and self care doesn't help; intense discomfort in their body.
24 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO (Online Only)
Anxiety
Kevin Jones
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, NEC
I help clients understand and manage anxiety that feels overwhelming, persistent, or hard to control. Therapy focuses on reducing avoidance, building tolerance for uncertainty, and helping clients respond to fear in healthier, more effective ways.
4 Years Experience
Online in East Independence, MO
Anxiety therapists in East Independence, Missouri Statistics
Anxiety therapists in East Independence, Missouri average 17 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (100%), Depression (77%), and Stress (59%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 77% | Depression |
| 59% | Stress |
| 55% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 51% | Self Esteem |
| 46% | Social Anxiety |
| 46% | Loss or Grief |