Ellie Mental Health, PLLP

Get to know the Ellie team at Independence

We have an incredible group of therapists who are encouraged to be unique and creative while offering customized care in person or online. To learn more about the team, check out their bios below!

Victoria Nelson headshot

Meet the Independence Clinic Director

Victoria Nelson, LCSW

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both Missouri and Kansas, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through community mental health, hospital social work, and substance treatment. I’ve walked alongside people navigating some of life’s most painful and complex challenges, and I know that healing is not… Read More

Meet your Independence mental health providers

Shelby Finley headshot

Shelby Finley

LPC, LCPC, CCTP

Executive Director

Samantha “Sam” Griggs headshot

Samantha “Sam” Griggs

LPC

Executive Director

Addison “Addi” Passiglia headshot

Addison “Addi” Passiglia

LPC

Therapist

Addison Brown headshot

Addison Brown

PLPC

Therapist

Anna Reid headshot

Anna Reid

LCSW

Therapist

Candace Laing headshot

Candace Laing

LPC

Therapist

Ian Hobbs headshot

Ian Hobbs

LMSW

Therapist

Kat Smith headshot

Kat Smith

PLPC

Therapist

Laleh Emami headshot

Laleh Emami

LPC

Therapist

Lexi Kasel headshot

Lexi Kasel

LMSW

Therapist

Megan Haxmeier headshot

Megan Haxmeier

PLPC

Therapist

Melody Duarte headshot

Melody Duarte

PLPC

Therapist

Nik Wishon headshot

Nik Wishon

PLPC

Therapist

Samantha Barbosa headshot

Samantha Barbosa

LMSW

Therapist

Skylar Pryor-Piazza headshot

Skylar Pryor-Piazza

LCSW, LSCSW

Therapist

Mental health therapy services at Independence

#LiveAuthentic with professional counseling services

Ellie Mental Health in Independence, Missouri isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.

Individual Therapy

Work one-on-one with a therapist who will provide you with mental health care ...

Read More

Couples Therapy

Attend therapy session with your partner – whether you’re just dating, engaged, or ...

Read More

Online Therapy

Attend therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home, or wherever else you have ...

Read More

Family Therapy

Work through family conflict with a therapist who can facilitate the conversation, work ...

Read More

Play Therapy

Children are not immune to emotional or psychological challenges, and younger kids may ...

Read More

Grief Therapy

Loss and bereavement can be immobilizing. You might not know how to move forward or what ...

Read More

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Work through unresolved trauma and identify the areas of your life that trauma ...

Read More

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy is a cutting-edge, evidence-backed ...

Read More

Conditions & Specialities

We provide support for a wide range of mental disorders and common mental health issues at our Ellie Mental Health Clinic in Independence. No matter your concerns, your compassionate Ellie therapist will provide you with the non-judgmental care you deserve.

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bereavement and Loss
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Burnout
  • Conduct Disorder (CD)
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Narcissistic Personality Disorder
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Panic Disorders
  • Paranoia
  • Phobias
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Counseling
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Trauma

Want to learn more about our mental health services?

Call: 816-476-1725

Accepted payment at the Independence clinic

We strive to make our care accessible and affordable to everyone. Review our full list of payment types and insurances accepted at this location.

Have Questions?
Pay My Bill

Currently accepting:

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna/Evernorth
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Meritain Health
  • UHC/Optum
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • Cash Pay
  • TRICare

Find the Independence therapy clinic

Address

4721 S. Cliff Ave
Suite 200
Independence, MO 64055

Get Directions

Clinic Hours

Mon-Sun: 6AM to 9PM

Contact Us

816-476-1725
816-207-5515 FAX
[email protected]

Ellie therapists ready to be matched with you!

Ellie Match

Get matched with the perfect therapist for your needs

Not sure what to look for in a therapist? Establishing a strong relationship with your therapist is so important to getting the care you deserve. That’s why at Ellie Mental Health we don’t leave it up to chance.

When you call us, our Client Access Specialists will get to know your preferences, schedule, and therapy needs. From there, we’ll match you with a therapist who’s the perfect fit and get your first appointment scheduled right away.

Get Matched
Happy therapists working at Ellie Mental Health

Looking for a therapy job in Independence?

Ellie has created an employment model that prioritizes creativity, culture, and compensation. If you’re looking for a place you can thrive in your professional life and make a difference in your community, you’ve found it!

Search for My Ellie Career

Ellie Mental Health is not a crisis facility. Ellie does not provide emergency services. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text 988 at any time to be connected to a trained crisis counselor. If you’re looking to find an incredible therapist for ongoing proactive mental health care, please click “Find My Location”

Ellie Mental Health branded practices are independently owned and operated in 36 states including New York by licensed mental health professionals and their professional entities, who employ the licensed clinicians providing mental health treatment and services.