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Melissa Wright

Co-Owner Licensed Professional Counselor

mental health Kansas City, MO Metis Counseling
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Overview
Level
C-Team
Function
Business Management
Tenure
16 years at Metis Counseling
Gender
Female
Connections
501
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Melissa Wright is one of them.
  • 829 mental health professionals are based in MO (out of 26,542 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2 contacts at Metis Counseling are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical mental health compensation in MO: $37,000 – $92,000 (median $53,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in MO: Sole Proprietor (49), Self-Employed (11), Private Practice (8).
  • 6% of mental health professionals in MO hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 80% of mental health professionals in MO have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Webster University
Masters of arts in counseling
2000
Kansas City Play Therapy Institute
RPT
2009
Webster University
MA
2000
University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor of Arts - BA
1994
University of Missouri-Columbia
BA
1994
Skills
Psychotherapy Mental Health Adolescents Family Therapy Counseling Psychology Mental Health Counseling Group Therapy Teaching Play Therapy Anger Management Social Services Self Esteem Counseling Psychology Premarital Counseling Dbt Entrepreneur
About Metis Counseling
Industry
Consumer Services
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Office Location
7211 Nw 83rd St, Kansas City, MO
Professional Overview

Melissa Wright is a Co-Owner Licensed Professional Counselor, currently affiliated with Metis Counseling, based in Kansas City, MO. As a mental health, Wright contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Kansas City, MO. They have been with Metis Counseling for 16 years. Wright holds academic credentials, including Masters of arts in counseling and RPT, from Webster University and Kansas City Play Therapy Institute. Core competencies include Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Adolescents, Family Therapy, Counseling Psychology. Metis Counseling operates in the Consumer Services sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Kansas City, MO healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melissa Wright located?
Melissa Wright is based in Kansas City, MO. They are currently affiliated with Metis Counseling.
What is Melissa Wright's specialty?
Melissa Wright specializes in mental health. Their current role is Co-Owner Licensed Professional Counselor.
Where does Melissa Wright currently work?
Melissa Wright currently works at Metis Counseling. They have been there for 16 years.
What is Melissa Wright's educational background?
Melissa Wright attended Webster University and Kansas City Play Therapy Institute.
How do I contact Melissa Wright for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in MO?
mental health professionals in MO typically earn $37,000 to $92,000 annually, with a median of $53,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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