Marriage Therapists in Missouri

Find Marriage Therapists in Missouri

Connect with a licensed therapist in Missouri who gets what you're going through.

Whether you're navigating a relationship challenge, working through something on your own, or supporting your family through a hard season, finding the right therapist matters. 54 licensed therapists in Missouri are here to help, so you can choose someone who understands what you need right now.

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54 specialists found in Missouri

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Cindy M Eldridge, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Kansas City, Missouri Online + In-person 7 years, 8 months experience
Specialties: Emotional Abuse

I am a Gottman trained couple's therapist.  I approach all counseling from a Faith-Based, integrated perspective.  Helping a couple means addressing individual issues too.  Afterall, if we don't feel whole, heard, or cared for then we can'

Michele Anthony, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Saint Peters, Missouri Online + In-person 32 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Behavioral Issues Bipolar Disorder Blended Family

By far, the biggest reason couples come to counseling is to improve communication.  To help clients achieve their goal, I use cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, short-term solution-focused therapy, strengths-based therapy, and strategies established

Michael Glover, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Fenton, Missouri Online + In-person 9 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Behavioral Issues Blended Families Codependency Relationships

Michael Glover, MA, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Lighthouse Counseling Connections, LLC in St. Louis, Missouri. He works with couples who feel disconnected, stuck in recurring conflict, or unsure how to rebuild trust and intimacy.

Emily Crawford-Thompson, Psychologist
Psychologist

You are a unique and complex individual wonderfully created to do amazing things. It is my passion to get to know you through a thorough, collaborative evaluation that facilitates your healing journey to your true identity. A psychological evaluation is the closest

Douglas, Other Masters In Counseling
Other Masters In Counseling
Belton, Missouri In-person 15 years experience
Specialties: Marital and Premarital

We specialize in marital intensives.  These are very effective in restoring struggling marriages

Judy Gardner, Licensed Professional Counselor , MS, BSN, RN, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor , MS, BSN, RN, LPC, NCC
Specialties: Anxiety Change of Life Challenges Chronic Pain Coping Skills

I believe that clients deserve therapists who are specially trained and experienced in the areas of counseling they seek. I begin marriage counseling by listening to my clients goals, and then providing clients a process and set of skills to meet their goal(s). I have

Medelyn Minor, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Saint Charles, Missouri Online 15 years experience
Specialties: Addiction ADHD Anger Management Anxiety

I have completed Gottman Training, and I use Prepare Enrich tools. I approach marriage therapy without judgement seeking to help couples embrace understanding, empathy and healing and create a healthy relationship where both can live, thrive, and grow.

Vivian Foley, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist
Liberty, Missouri 9 years, 6 months experience
Specialties: Addiction Attachment Communication Divorce

We are created for connection. When we don't feel safe, secure, or wanted in our most important relationships that can create discomfort and even deep distress. That distress may look like anxiety or depression and may come out in painful, ugly ways with our loved

Shirlene R Tonks, Pre-Licensed Professional
Pre-Licensed Professional
Liberty, Missouri Online + In-person 1 year experience
Specialties: Addiction Anger Management Anxiety Attachment

You wonder how things got this way, you used to feel connected with your partner. You feel alone, frustrated, misunderstood, rejected, etc. You reach out, you are trying...it turns to an argument or distancing. It often seems like a blame game with defensive reactions.

Brandi Hotop, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Saint Louis, Missouri Online 5 years experience
Specialties: Breakup Codependency Relationships Commitment Issues Communication

It feels like you are no longer connecting or not connecting in a fulfilling way with yourself or your partner(s). You feel you have said everything you can to help the other person understand your needs and wants with the hope that something will change. You feel you

AP Carmichael, Sex Therapist
Sex Therapist
Saint Louis, Missouri Online + In-person 5 years experience
Specialties: Dating Coaching Divorce Gender & sexual identity General marriage

Relationships are part of what makes us human. We thrive when connected with others. I am passionate about helping people create and maintain healthy and loving relationships. I work with couples, families, and individuals and have strong experience working with LGBTQ

Brad Werner, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Saint Louis, Missouri Online 7 years experience
Specialties: Attachment Christian Counseling Codependency Relationships Commitment Issues

Couples often say to me - "We can't seem to communicate anymore. Why are we having such a hard time understanding each other?" Have you ever felt like this in your relationship? I can help you make the changes necessary to feel connected again, as well as create a more

Matt Tilley, Other Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
Other Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
Chesterfield, Missouri Online + In-person 2 years experience
Specialties: Adoption Aging And Geriatric Anger Management Anxiety

When approaching marriage counseling, I prefer to use an integrationist approach of Emotionally Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems. 

Ken Barrett, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
O Fallon, Missouri Online + In-person 31 years, 5 months experience
Specialties: Anxiety Blended Families

I use a combination of EFT and Gottman in working with couples. I addition, I draw from systemic family therapy to help couples become aware of multi-generational patterns of relating within their families.  I have worked as a psychotherapist for 31 years

Randy McLaren, Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Cottleville, Missouri Online + In-person 7 years experience
Specialties: Family Conflict Infidelity Internet Addiction Intimacy

A colleague of mine used to say "Work is easy; people are hard." He was right. Relationships are the fabric of life, and as your counselor, I'm committed to assisting you in developing relational skills that will enable you to change old

William Kuntz, Psychologist
Psychologist
Saint Louis, Missouri Online + In-person 30 years experience
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Issues Blended Families

As a psychologist with 30 years of experience, I approach marital therapy as an opportunity for significant change and growth.  My overall philosopy of counseling is that we are all capable of changing and becoming better people if we feel loved and accepted

Holly Strelow, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Saint Louis, Missouri Online + In-person 5 years experience
Specialties: General marriage Relationship Issues

Marital struggles are hard. I am happy to help you walk through the next phase together. With a focus on deep listening for each partners unmet needs and tracking communication patterns I have seen incredible progress made. I have advanced training in IFS and IFIO

Amy Marie Goldstein, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Saint Louis, Missouri Online + In-person 4 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Blended Families Codependency Relationships

Amy focuses on rebuilding a marriage that values each other's happiness and the well-being of the relationship. She focuses on creating an environment where her clients feel listened to, respected, and empathized with. An environment that fosters the ability to

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Therapy in Missouri: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like across Missouri right now, based on 54 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$128
Most treated specialties
Divorce, Relationship Issues
Average therapist experience
13 years
Session format availability
Online only 11% In-person only 6% Both formats 83%
Therapist gender breakdown
Female 54% Male 20% Non-binary/other 26%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Missouri

How are marriage therapists verified in Missouri?

Every marriage therapist listed in Missouri is checked against its licensing board before we add them. That means confirming their license is active and checking their credentials. If you want the details, there's a verified badge on each profile you can click.

What should I look for when choosing a marriage therapist in Missouri?

Start with licensure: make sure they're actually licensed in Missouri. Then check whether they treat what you're dealing with, whether that's communication problems, anxiety, or something more specific. After that, look at insurance and cost, and decide if you want online sessions or in-person.

How much does therapy cost in Missouri?

Marriage therapists listed in Missouri charge an average of $128 per session. That number moves around depending on the therapist, how long the session runs, and whether insurance covers any of it, so check the actual rate on each profile.

Can I compare or message more than one therapist in Missouri before choosing?

Yes. You can look through as many profiles as you want, compare pricing and specialties, and message more than one therapist in Missouri before you book anything. There's no limit on how many you check out first.

Is online therapy available in Missouri?

Yes: 83% of marriage therapists listed in Missouri offer both online and in-person sessions, so you can pick whichever fits your schedule better.

Does Marriage.com work with therapists outside my state, or only local ones?

Only therapists licensed in Missouri will show up for you. That's not a Marriage.com rule, it's how therapy licensing works in general, even for online sessions. Filter by state and you'll see who's actually eligible to see you.

How do I find a marriage therapist in Missouri?

Search the directory for Missouri and filter by specialty, insurance, and session format, online or in-person. Each profile shows the therapist's license status, areas of focus, and accepted insurance, so you can compare before reaching out.

Do I need to create an account to search for a therapist in Missouri?

No. You can search and browse therapist profiles in Missouri without creating an account. You'll only need one when you're ready to book a session or message a therapist directly.

Is what I share with my marriage therapist confidential?

Yes. Licensed marriage therapists are bound by confidentiality laws and professional ethics codes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others. It's worth asking your therapist about their specific confidentiality policy during your first session.

How quickly can I get an appointment in Missouri?

Availability varies by therapist. Many providers listed in Missouri are currently accepting new clients, so check individual profiles for current availability before reaching out.