Kea and I have been meeting intermittently for a few years. She is the only therapist in my life who I have found to be helpful in pragmatic ways. She's a great listener without being a planted pot - she will always have a good debrief about anything you share. She also offers a compassionate, trauma-informed approach which I appreciate because I do case management as a profession. She's inclusive, enthusiastic, and has a wonderful sense of humor. Regardless of my options for therapy, I tend to always come back to Kea because of the consistency and efficacy of her therapeutic recommendations. My wife and I love Kea, and she's not even one of her clients. I highly recommend her if you are a person of color, LGBTQIA+, and/or someone who navigates bipolar and suicide ideation. <3
Shakea Roper, LSCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Shakea is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Shakea. View 24 reviews
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Kansas, Missouri, and 4 more
Recent reviews
For strong minded women, I recommend her because she gives it to you straight up. Highly Recommend.
More about Shakea
- 14 years' experience
- Female
- LSCSW, LCSW
Hi, I’m Shakea “Kea” Roper, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 15 years of experience walking alongside clients through life’s challenges. My mission is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, find your voice, and work toward the changes you want in life.
I know firsthand what it means to face struggles — as a single mom from the inner city, I’ve navigated parenting, family, work, and life obstacles that taught me resilience and the power of breaking patterns. That’s why I value honesty, compassion, and “keeping it real” in every session.
I work with clients in Kansas, Missouri, Utah, North Dakota, Nevada, and Pennsylvania. My focus is on mood disorders, anxiety, depression, racing thoughts, and challenges that affect daily life. I use evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Strengths-Based approaches, and more — always choosing the tools that fit you. If something isn’t working, we pivot together.
Clients describe my style as active, caring, and straightforward. I listen deeply, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and celebrate progress, whether big or small. After sessions, clients often leave with a sense of relief, clarity, and practical steps they can use right away.
One of my favorite quotes comes from Nelson Mandela: “Everything seems impossible until it’s done.” I believe that with the right support, encouragement, and mindset, anyone can move past discomfort and step into growth. For me, it’s not just therapy — it’s an honor to join you on your journey.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Shakea Roper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780983593.
- LSCSW · Kansas · LSCSW 05430 · Renews April 2027
- LCSW · Missouri · 2021017002 · Renews September 2026
- LCSW · North Dakota · 6218 · Renews December 2025
- LCSW · Utah · 12805670-3501 · Renews September 2026
- LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW022922 · Renews February 2027
- LCSW · Nevada · 11219-C · Renews September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Shakea Roper
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Kea and I have been meeting intermittently for a few years. She is the only therapist in my life who I have found to be helpful in pragmatic ways. She's a great listener without being a planted pot - she will always have a good debrief about anything you share. She also offers a compassionate, trauma-informed approach which I appreciate because I do case management as a profession. She's inclusive, enthusiastic, and has a wonderful sense of humor. Regardless of my options for therapy, I tend to always come back to Kea because of the consistency and efficacy of her therapeutic recommendations. My wife and I love Kea, and she's not even one of her clients. I highly recommend her if you are a person of color, LGBTQIA+, and/or someone who navigates bipolar and suicide ideation. <3
For strong minded women, I recommend her because she gives it to you straight up. Highly Recommend.
Kea has been so helpful, balancing encouragement and healthy challenges. She shares resources that are on point and she's incredibly kind, attentive and knowledgable.
Very helpful
Shakea is easy to talk to, a great listener, and tells you what you need to hear. She asks good questions that help you think and shares helpful resources.
Kea is awesome. I highly recommend her!
She is a wonderful therapist, incredible listener and warm soul!
I love Kea. Since day one she paid attention in everything I shared. She listened closely and compassionately understood. She has helped me overcome many fears that I had been dealing with for over 30 years and she continues to help me in many ways. Fears from childhood, fears from my young adult years, etc. Fears that bled into my marriage and caused a lot of horrible things and pain. Thankfully, I found betterhelp and I was matched to Kea and I feel supported. Thank God.
So far so good, informative and i feel comfortable talking with her.
Kea is great! She’s everything you’d want in a therapist. Kind, understanding, respectful and always honest. She’s been a tremendous help on my journey.
Shakea knows what she’s doing. I like her very much.
She’s the best.
Need more time with her .... very confident I have found the person I need to help me
I absolutely love Kea! She’s extremely easy to talk to, and she’s a straight shooter! She doesn’t tell you what you want to hear. She tells you what you need to hear. It is really refreshing!
She’s great!
She has been so great helping me work through a lot of my trauma.
I think Kea is a great therapist. She's very easy to talk to and offers great feedback and/ or solutions. I would most definitely recommend her to anyone.
Kea is spectacular. It has only been a few short weeks of meeting with her but she has already greatly helped to improve my mental health. It has been very easy to communicate with her and I look forward to continue our conversations!
Incredibly helpful and empathetic.
My sessions with Kea have been wonderful so far. She understands my needs, listens to me and provides me with tools to better myself. I always look forward to my sessions with her.
Great therapist!
Shakea is super wonderful! She listens and is compassionate and attentive. She is very knowledgeable and provides great support and tips! She has helped me a lot and I am very thankful we made a great match! - Norma
She is nice and sincerely concerned about her clients.
Kea is AMAZING. This is my first time going through therapy and it’s been so great. I feel happier because I know I am working on myself and she’s right next to me every step of the way. I have to thank her and BetterHelp for all the help. I definitely recommend Kea and the BetterHelp app!
Frequently asked questions
Does Shakea Roper offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Shakea Roper works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Shakea Roper speak?
Shakea Roper speaks English.
How many years of experience does Shakea Roper have?
Shakea Roper has 14 years of experience.
Where is Shakea Roper licensed to practice?
Shakea Roper is licensed to practice in Kansas, Missouri, North Dakota, Utah, Pennsylvania, and Nevada.
Does Shakea Roper accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Shakea Roper accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Shakea Roper accept insurance?
Yes, Shakea Roper accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Shakea Roper accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Shakea Roper does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Shakea Roper offer?
Shakea Roper offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Shakea Roper?
Shakea Roper can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
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