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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, MO

Finding the right addiction support in Columbia doesn't have to be overwhelming. Headway offers free consultations with 389 licensed providers trained in acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational enhancement therapy—all accessible online or in-person with most insurance plans accepted.

Kristy Wood

Kristy Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I believe that everyone deserves a safe space to feel heard and supported. I pride myself on being a proactive advocate for my clients, ensuring that every strategy we implement is tailored to their unique long-term goals.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennie Harvat

Jennie Harvat

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe connection matters in therapy, and I bring both professionalism and authenticity into the work I do.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nikki Fryer

Nikki Fryer

Therapist

Virtual • Liberty, MO


Hi. I'm glad you found me!

I have been in the social work field for 30 years working with children and families. I have a BS in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work. I've been a social worker since 1995 and a licensed therapist since 2011. I believe it's important to have a safe and comfortable place to process how you are feeling.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Huber

Tara Huber

Therapist

Virtual • Hannibal, MO


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can be honest, move at your own pace, and learn practical tools to help in everyday life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Sullivan

Mary Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Mary brings a unique and powerful depth of experience to the therapeutic relationship, including specialized focus areas such as:

  • Trauma Recovery: Extensive experience developing and delivering programs for individuals dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS)
  • First Responder & Military Families:
  • Life Transitions & Stress Management:

If you are seeking a therapist with the highest level of expertise in trauma and complex stress—who also provides a supportive, personalized approach—Mary I. Sullivan is ready to partner with you on your path to healing.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Staggers

Natalie Staggers

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and centered on building a strong therapeutic connection.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Blanco

Julia Blanco

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy should be a trusting relationship where we work together to help you envision the life you want and help you make it a reality.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Teerah Vaughn

Teerah Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My name is Teerah, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma work with adolescents, teens, and young adults. I have worked with clients of all ages and believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can finally stop filtering yourself. I’m very down to earth, easy to talk to, and genuinely believe nothing is “too much” to bring into session. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship stress, or just feeling emotionally stuck, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and a little less alone in it all.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cynthia Anders

Cynthia Anders

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a licensed professional counselor. I enjoy working with children as well as adults to help them achieve their goals.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Clark

David Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Every session will end with two questions. "Have we learned anything here today?" and "What's going to be different this week, because if nothing changes, nothing changes."”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shawn Lee

Shawn Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you can be open, feel understood, and begin making meaningful changes at your pace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Luke Geiger

Luke Geiger

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“With empathy, acceptance, and compassion, I help you explore the patterns that have kept you stuck and foster the insight needed to finally break free.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Chambliss

Jacqueline Chambliss

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“As a therapist for over 20 years, I've had the privilege of working with clients just like you that want understanding, support, tools and hope to walk with you during difficult times.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shaleese Rockett

Shaleese Rockett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


“As a Client of mine, you can expect to walk away from our sessions feeling more focused, energetic, and introspective.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Todd Helm

Todd Helm

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy should be useful in your everyday life, not just something we talk about in session, so I focus on helping you understand what's going on and how to apply it in a real, practical way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ally Allen

Ally Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri with over three years of experience helping individuals navigate and process traumatic events. I am passionate about supporting clients in growing and excelling amid life's challenges. I want everyone to grow and become a healthier, more balanced version of themselves.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Richard Williams

Richard Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help adults find possibility in life, again by supporting them in moving past the emotions, the stories and the challenges that hold them back.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ann Ross

Ann Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that healing starts with feeling truly seen and heard, so I create a space where you can safely explore your feelings...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lara Wisdom

Lara Wisdom

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that we all reach places in our lives where we are learning, unlearning and possibly relearning the existential areas of: who am I, what do I want, and what are my barriers & blind spots?”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sheila Buie

Sheila Buie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lebanon, MO


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely and begin the healing process at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marybeth Gras

Marybeth Gras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“My down-to-earth therapeutic approach is focused on acceptance and connection, creating a protected, grounding space to facilitate self-compassion, healing from past wounds, and breaking out of patterns.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nick Butcher

Nick Butcher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I make frequent use of a questioning style referred to as guided discovery to identify your viewpoint and beliefs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Edward Lachowicz

Edward Lachowicz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hello!

I proudly bring lived experience to the table, so I know a different life than comes in textbooks. It increases my odds of understanding you better and of being able to develop unique strategies for you in a shorter amount of time. I've wanted to work in mental health since I was a child, and bring that enthusiasm to my work. Hope to see you soon.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jo Neuharth

Jo Neuharth

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I specialize in treatment of psychosis, anxiety, and depression. I completed my counseling degree at the University of Missouri in St. Louis in 2021 and am currently working towards a doctorate in psychology through Ponce Health Sciences University. I have worked for inpatient hospitals for two years and in private practice before that. Currently, I am working in a jail setting for competency restoration services.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
David Coalter

David Coalter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I work with high-functioning adults—often executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals—who have survived domestic violence, emotional abuse, or chronic trauma, and are ready to move beyond survival mode into real stability and direction. If you’re successful on the outside but exhausted, hypervigilant, or disconnected on the inside, this is where the real work begins.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. John Cooley

Dr. John Cooley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is grounded, supportive, and focused on real healing. I work collaboratively with clients to create change that feels practical, meaningful, and sustainable.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Noah Ruybal

Noah Ruybal

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style tends to be direct and conversational, and I often use metaphors to help make complex emotions and patterns easier to understand.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Fisher

Megan Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I base how I work with clients off of what will work best for them. I am very authentic and specialize in trauma work, depression, and anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathy Cherney

Kathy Cherney

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I utilize a variety of techniques when working with clients. I use Reality, CBT, DBT, Strengths based most frequently.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
James Minner

James Minner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“I believe that all people hold within themselves the resources and strengths to foster deep and meaningful change, and he creates a warm, supportive environment where clients can discover and rediscover those abilities.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Glenna Miller

Glenna Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe seeking help is an act of courage and strength. My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and clarity, helping you build resilience, healthier coping strategies, and a stronger sense of emotional and spiritual well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzanna Brown

Suzanna Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rolla, MO


“I will work to help you strengthen yourself through processing the difficulties of life, utilizing neurocog. science, while building life affirming skills to be best you you can be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Mcgraugh

Mary Mcgraugh

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My true passion and expertise lies in trauma (specifically preverbal and complex traumas in children).”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michael James

Michael James

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Taking the step to participate in therapy/counseling takes tremendous courage. As a therapist, my job is to create an atmosphere that encourages an alliance...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katie Barry

Katie Barry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe we are all on a continuous journey to become our best selves, and we deserve to enjoy that ride.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christine "Tina" Hoester

Christine "Tina" Hoester

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that true healing happens when we look at the whole picture—your mind, your body, and your spirit.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shantel Hams

Shantel Hams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am passionate about helping individuals, families and couples navigate their mental health journeys and achieve their personal goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Haley Fisher

Haley Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Haley's specialty is with providing a safe and interactive environment in which to tackle difficult subjects, deep seated trauma, or to just say the things you never thought you would say out loud.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Sitwat Malik, MD

Dr. Sitwat Malik, MD

Psychiatrist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I believes in a holistic approach to patient care, addressing emotional, physical, social, and psychological aspects of my patient's well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Columbia, MO

Number of therapists serving Columbia, MO
There are over 377 therapists in Columbia, MO accepting new patients.
377+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%Farsi
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 72%Woman
  • 27%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 1%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 35%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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