Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Independence, MO
Browse Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Independence, Missouri. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
HSP
Devon Davasher
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCM, CFSW, Master ART Practitioner
I work with adults who feel deeply, notice everything, and often become overwhelmed by conflict, pressure, or overstimulation. Therapy can help you better understand your sensitivity, reduce burnout, set healthier boundaries, and use your insight in ways that feel grounding rather than exhausting.
13 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
HSP
Amanda Etienne
Psychologist, Psy.D
I don't think sensitivity is a flaw to manage away - I think it's one of the richest parts of being human, and often the exact thing that makes deep connection possible. If you were told growing up that you were too sensitive or too much, we work on understanding that your sensitivity was never the problem. The environment around it was.
3 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
HSP
Dr. Jenny Shields
Psychologist
You notice everything. The way someone’s tone doesn’t match their words. The shift in a room when tension walks in. The beauty in small, fleeting things most people rush past. You feel deeply, love fiercely, and carry more than anyone realizes—because from the outside, you probably seem composed, capable, even unshakeable.
But inside? It’s a different story. Loud noises feel like an ambush. Crowded schedules leave you overstimulated and drained. Criticism—especially from yourself—lingers far longer than you’d like. Maybe you’ve spent years wondering why things seem to hit you harder, why you can’t just “let it go,” or why rest never feels like enough.
Dr. Jenny Shields sees you. She understands what it’s like to live in a world that’s too fast, too harsh, too loud—and to feel like you’re too much for it. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and compassion-based work, she helps sensitive souls turn down the inner noise, set boundaries that protect their peace, and reclaim their sensitivity as the strength it truly is. You don’t need to toughen up. You need space to be exactly who you are—and to learn how to thrive because of your sensitivity, not in spite of it.
12 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO
HSP
Peter C. Jackson, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
If you identify as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), you likely experience the world with exceptional depth, noticing details and subtleties that others might miss. While this brings rich insights and creativity, it can also lead to feeling drained, anxious, or overstimulated. I provide a supportive environment where we celebrate your unique nervous system and explore how to optimize your well-being. Our work focuses on building emotional resilience, creating nurturing practices, and developing personalized tools to navigate life's intensity, empowering you to thrive in your authenticity.
33 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO
HSP
Owelleth Mental Health
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MedFT
I work with highly sensitive individuals to better understand their nervous systems, reduce overwhelm, and turn sensitivity into a strength rather than a liability.
10 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Independence, MO Statistics
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Independence, MO average 17 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (56%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (56%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (53%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 56% |
Online Only |
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| 44% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 56% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 56% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 53% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 50% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 50% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) |
| 41% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 34% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 31% | Hispanic / Latino |