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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, MO

Finding quality mental healthcare in Columbia is simplified with Headway's Cigna-partnered network. Patients typically save 75% on sessions, with copays between $0-$50 and providers available for both talk therapy and medication management.

Jason Edwards

Jason Edwards

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away

201 West Broadway, Columbia, MO

“I approach clients from both a cognitive and emotion-focused perspective but overall, I aim to help individuals feel free.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shamon Williams

Shamon Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away

2100 East Broadway, Columbia, MO

“I believe it is important for people to show up as their truest self, without the feelings of fear or judgement.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan

Seth Showalter

Seth Showalter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.4 mi away

303 North Stadium Boulevard, Columbia, MO

“In my view, therapy is a partnership. We will collaborate as a cohesive team, striving to help you become the individual you aspire to be...”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kenneth Ostercamp

Kenneth Ostercamp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away

501 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MO

“I am very accepting and laid back, though not so laid back that we just sit and relax. Change takes effort, awareness and patience.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Creative, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Aneisa Sherrill-Mattox

Aneisa Sherrill-Mattox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away

2401 Bernadette Drive, Columbia, MO

“My style is warm, compassionate, down-to-earth, and honest. I want you to feel comfortable being yourself while also feeling empowered to grow.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Kevin Crosby

Kevin Crosby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away

1900 North Providence Road, Columbia, MO

“You can expect to gain a better understanding of the Thought-Emotion connection and how that drives our behaviors in such a way that it will help you learn and practice consistent, positive ways of change that align with your worldview.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues,

Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Jennifer Hrebar-Ihler

Jennifer Hrebar-Ihler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away

2606 North Bluff Street, Fulton, MO

“I strive to provide a supportive, respectful, safe space where you will be able to share and explore vulnerable thoughts and feelings.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scot Echols

Scot Echols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

300 South Monroe Street, Versailles, MO

When life feels overwhelming, relationships become strained, or you’re struggling to find a way forward, having a supportive space to talk things through can make a meaningful difference. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience in marriage and family therapy, individual mental health counseling, and substance use therapy. Before entering the therapeutic field, I spent more than 20 years in church ministry, which continues to inform my faith-based approach to working with clients. I’m also a certified marriage arbitrator. I believe each person’s experiences, relationships, values, and beliefs play an important role in their overall well-being. My goal is to offer a welcoming, down-to-earth environment where you can feel heard, gain perspective, and work toward meaningful change.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Walsh

Stacey Walsh

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a supportive, welcoming space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered as we work together to find strategies that truly fit their lives.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Creative, Participatory

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Richard Salgado

Richard Salgado

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy can give you a place where you do not have to perform, minimize what you are feeling, or figure everything out alone.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Katherine Garcia

Katherine Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want every client to feel comfortable being themselves, heard, respected, and supported as they navigate their experiences.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Energetic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Gianna Shockley

Gianna Shockley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Figuring out who you are while anxiety, depression, or an ADHD brain that won't slow down is fighting you the whole way is exhausting. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (with almost 20 years of experience working with young people) who works primarily with older adolescents and young adults navigating exactly that, along with trauma, relationships, identity, and life transitions. I want this to be a space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're experiencing, and start feeling more grounded and confident.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Lyons

William Lyons

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel heard, respected, and supported while also being challenged to grow.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Megan Barber

Megan Barber

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe every person can grow, heal, and create meaningful change. I offer a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself...”

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Sunmee Joo

Sunmee Joo

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'm also passionate about supporting Asian and immigrant communities in navigating cultural identity and resilience.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Melissa McCall

Melissa McCall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

4650 Mexico Road, St. Peters, MO

“You can takeaway the feeling of being heard and listened to. Validating your feelings, so you do not have to feel alone.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Curative,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Keil

Christopher Keil

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a certified EMDR therapist with advanced training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), equipping me with effective tools to help clients navigate their trauma and anxiety.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Creative, Energetic, Humorous

Accepts Cigna, United Healthcare, Aetna,

Rhema Bechthold

Rhema Bechthold

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Rhema primarily works with adults and trauma survivors, walking alongside clients as they learn to stay present, build healthy coping tools, and create lives that feel grounded, connected, and worth living.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Carlson

Joshua Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I'll help you understand what's happening in your nervous system, why certain patterns keep repeating, and how to shift them in sustainable ways.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Danielle Day

Danielle Day

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1630 South Enterprise Avenue, Springfield, MO

“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported, while also being thoughtfully challenged to grow.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Robyn Petersen

Robyn Petersen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a supportive space where you can better understand what you are experiencing, identify your strengths, and begin building practical tools for meaningful change.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dolly Theus

Dolly Theus

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe mental health is as important as physical health and is an intricate key to maintain joy and stability.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Stegeman

Kevin Stegeman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on meeting clients where they are while working toward meaningful, practical goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Saribeth Lavely

Saribeth Lavely

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I tend to work well with people who want therapy to feel human and collaborative rather than overly formal or clinical.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Dr. Jennifer Weston

Dr. Jennifer Weston

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


It takes courage to reach out for help! Showing up that first time may be the hardest part of the journey. Being someone who has sat in that chair, I have a good idea how you are feeling. Being someone who has done her own personal work of therapy and helped hundreds of others with theirs, I also know how much better life can be! Emotional wounds can be heavy. Medication may help, but the feelings can make living feel like swimming with a shot put ball.

I strive to come alongside those struggling to provide support, education and encouragement. I have worked with clients from age 5 to 103, and what I have found to be most important is the connection (or the “fit.”) You need a therapist you can bring your authentic self to. You are hiring me to do a job, to help you think, feel, and behave better. I want that for you, even if it is not me, so never be afraid to interview a few therapists before deciding! After all, if it is me, I will be in your corner and I will challenge you, at the same time. You want to know you chose wisely for yourself.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Derick Letman

Derick Letman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Sometimes life can feel overwhelming when you are trying to manage difficult emotions, keep up with everyday responsibilities, or find healthier ways to cope with what you are experiencing.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Peter Rees

Peter Rees

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to facilitate a space where individuals embrace their time in therapy through humor, empathy, and validation.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Danillie Francis

Danillie Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, laid-back, and inviting. I want therapy to feel like a place where you can exhale, speak openly, and be yourself without worrying about saying the "right" thing.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Naomi Fu

Naomi Fu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1015 South Compton Avenue, St. Louis, MO

“As an immigrant, I can empathize with the unique obstacles faced by those adapting to a new environment and a different way of life.”

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Liliana Mariaca

Liliana Mariaca

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a welcoming and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elmer Otey

Elmer Otey

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“Therapy can be a space where you feel supported, challenged, and empowered to begin creating healthier ways of coping, connecting, and moving forward.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Denise Morrow

Denise Morrow

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I understand that past choices, missed opportunities, and difficult circumstances can carry a lot of weight.”

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Alouette Mayer

Alouette Mayer

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I provide warm, high quality mental health care for adults of all ages. My main focus is empowering women and LGBTQ+ adults across the lifespan as they navigate self discovery, relationships, trauma, identity, and major life transitions. Together we will explore what feels confusing, painful, or stuck, and help you move toward greater clarity, self acceptance, and a life that feels more aligned with your values.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Ramona Johnson

Ramona Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm and genuine, but I also like to challenge my clients to help them reach their potential.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Linda Fowler

Linda Fowler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“As a military dependent wife with years of experience in military treatment facilities and the VA, I understand the pressures service members, veterans, and their families carry.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Creative, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Gillian DeLano

Gillian DeLano

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I believe in meeting my clients where they're at. They are the expert in their own story. I'm just here to listen, help process, maybe challenge, and encourage them in their journey. I went to Newman University for my Master's Degree and went on to get my Clinical License. I have worked with varying populations including teens, adults, geriatrics, the prison population, couples counseling, and Christian Counseling. I enjoy working with people who have been through trauma or grief or have experienced anxiety or depression.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Challenging, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

April Elston

April Elston

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with adults—including professionals and leaders—who want to better understand what they're experiencing, build practical coping skills, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Marisel Gaviria Robertson

Marisel Gaviria Robertson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring a culturally responsive lens to every session so your background and identity are honored, not sidelined.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Tabytha Guffey

Tabytha Guffey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide a compassionate, open-minded, and affirming space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment.”

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Mary Rinne

Mary Rinne

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Parenting a child with special needs—especially a neurodivergent child—can be both rewarding and challenging. I’m here to support parents and caregivers with warmth, understanding, and practical tools so you can feel more confident and supported in your role.

I currently provide individual therapy to children in a school setting and have spent years working in foster care, adoption, and residential treatment. As a former foster parent and respite provider, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the unique experiences families navigate while caring for children with special needs. I also started a support group in my community to support caregivers, inspired by both my professional experience and my own parenting journey.


In addition, I have spent years helping employees and volunteers in non-profit fields navigate self-care, compassion fatigue, and responses to burnout.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

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