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Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Columbia, MO

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Top bipolar disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, MO

Bipolar disorder support in Columbia, Missouri connects you with 505 licensed providers experienced in mood stabilization, medication management, and evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT skills. Headway offers flexible virtual or in-person sessions with an average savings of 75% through insurance, helping you manage mood swings and find stability.

Sheeba Fazili

Sheeba Fazili

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and trauma treatments such as EMDR. I will be with you every step of your journey towards healing, strength and recovery.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Haley Wills

Haley Wills

Therapist

Virtual • Jackson, MO


“My clinical approach is rooted in the belief that every person has the capacity for growth and self-healing.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Cessar Scott

Dr. Cessar Scott

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Missouri


I have had the opportunity and blessing to work with individuals from all dynamic backgrounds and in those endeavors have acquired a great appreciation and respect for what each individual struggle with. It is my hope and responsibility to get them through this

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Robert Cox

Robert Cox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Richmond, MO


“My approach to therapy might be seen as eclectic because I consider every method simply a tool in the toolbox.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Calvin Spinks

Dr. Calvin Spinks

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“My goal is to provide empowering opportunities and provide you tools to break cycles, reclaim your strength, and build a healthier, more fulfilled life.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Penelope Hazinakis-Swainston

Penelope Hazinakis-Swainston

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My personal journey has helped me to understand the challenges with juggling personal, family, and societal demands.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taryn Hodison

Taryn Hodison

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Taryn Hodison's treatment approach is eclectic in nature but she mainly uses psychodynamic therapy in her practice. Clients benefit from her services if they are ready to examine and develop insight into how past experiences impact their present lives. Clients will be validated and gently challenged in therapy to get through the mental blocks that keep them stuck.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sarah Middleton

Sarah Middleton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am direct and casual in session and use a combination of training and experience to identify areas for support.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Bales

Sara Bales

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi and welcome, I am Empathetic, non judgmental, and down to earth. As an EMDR CERTIFIED therapist- I care deeply for my clients healing.

My "niche" is helping women with trauma (abuse/domestic violence etc). Clients with anxiety are drawn to me due to my calm demeanor. I have been in the field since 2008.

I worked at Beacon Mental Health (formerly Tri County Mental Health) in Kansas City MO for nearly 10 years.

I am licensed in Texas and Missouri. I offer in person in Frisco Texas and telehealth sessions throughout the state of Texas and Missouri.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carolyn Crews Forden

Carolyn Crews Forden

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Using warmth and positive regard, I will work with you to establish an environment conducive to trust and willingness to lean into change.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Saundra Sheppard

Saundra Sheppard

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“What I offer is a non-judgmental environment for all to work through their problems using talk therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly McKinney

Kelly McKinney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


I'm a certified nurse practitioner of 10 years. I've been caring for patients with psychiatric conditions for the past 5 years. My goal is to create a space where you can be open, honest, and as expressive as you need to be.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Sarah Patterson-Mills

Dr. Sarah Patterson-Mills

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


If you are moving through a major life transition, especially one you did not choose, you may notice that old ways of coping no longer work. Many people I see are adapting to a new chapter, trying to build skills for what is next while caring about how change will affect the people they love. Some arrive unsure about trying therapy again after a difficult experience. Together, we explore how your family of origin and earliest relationships echo in what you face today.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heather Bauer

Heather Bauer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Liberty, MO


I have over 15 years of experience as a therapist after receiving a Master's Degree at the University of Missouri. In 2011, I went through extensive training to become EMDR certified. I have training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as addiction counseling. In March of 2025 I became certified in grief counseling.

I am passionate about guiding my clients toward their goals with warmth and non-judgement. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to each individual and strive to strike a balance between helping someone understand the "why" and the "how" throughout therapy. Asking why did I come to be here; what have I been doing that isn't working anymore and how can I go about change? Pain, whether relational or within work-life can be an invitation to make the changes necessary to grow. I believe that growth toward a successful and healthy future is possible with deeper understanding of one's past and taking steps toward change.

I have interests and experience in serving adult clients who have experienced a trauma in the past, relational loss, anxiety/depression, abuse, career challenges and addiction. My training in EMDR and Internal Family Systems have helped me as I come alongside those who have experienced various types of trauma. I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which offers practical tools for change.

If you are looking for a warm therapist who will gently challenge you to take a look at your situation through fresh eyes, I can help. Everyone experiences pain in life. Sometimes all we need is for someone to walk alongside us for a season.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Courtney Klinger

Courtney Klinger

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in the power of creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their stories.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amber Wilson

Amber Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe my clients have the capacity to make the changes they want and my goal is to provide them with the support they need, in the way they need it.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Arti Dautenhahn

Arti Dautenhahn

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


Arti earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from The University of Missouri at Rolla and his master’s in counseling from Webster University. Arti became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2014. Arti has been working within the child welfare world for 24 years and has been part of almost every aspect of the system from preventative services to residential services to investigation of child abuse and neglect. Arti specializes in childhood trauma, trauma of all kinds, and family relationships.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffane Friesen

Tiffane Friesen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“I'm a real person first, not a blank slate therapist, and I believe healing happens in relationship.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lisa Marin

Lisa Marin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me because I'm easy to talk to, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Kepler

Elizabeth Kepler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I believe in listening to you, your goals, and your desires; letting you guide sessions and work on what is important to you.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shelley Clayton

Shelley Clayton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


“I pride myself on the ability to meet clients wherever they are in their process; I can adapt to whatever therapy, interaction, or learning style works best for them.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Steinmann

Kimberly Steinmann

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is to work as a team with my clients. I tailor each session to my clients individual needs and readiness for change.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa Chiasson

Dr. Melissa Chiasson

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse clientele; I treat adults ages 21+ presenting with a wide range of issues...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Madelyn Hindia

Madelyn Hindia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to care is deeply rooted in a non-judgmental, empathetic, and patient-centered philosophy.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kelli Murphy-Small

Kelli Murphy-Small

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“A therapist using Client-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing creates a warm, respectful space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Makayla Belt

Makayla Belt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I aim to work alongside you, to offer empathy, encouragement, and empowerment to support your autonomy and movement towards your personal goals.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Etherton

Denise Etherton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider. I also worked in a residential treatment program for 5 years.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Rebecca Hampton

Rebecca Hampton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in treating a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Brodersen

Joanna Brodersen

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have based my practice on working with adults who struggle with Anxiety, OCD, Trauma and Substance Use struggles.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Armstrong

Jennifer Armstrong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


I have over 20 years of experience in healthcare. My career began as a pharmacy technician, then as an emergency room nurse, and later supervising behavioral health units at Mercy St. Louis before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.This background allows me to understand mental health from both medical and psychiatric perspectives.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tracey Pearson-Heaney

Tracey Pearson-Heaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kirkwood, MO


“Because I have an unusually broad background of counseling experiences I have adopted an eclectic approach to therapy (EMDR, CBT, Humanistic approaches to name a few).”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jamie Redding

Jamie Redding

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, direct, and grounded in empathy, designed to make you feel seen and heard from the very first session.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shana Koch

Shana Koch

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a warm, judgment-free space where you can talk openly, explore your thoughts and feelings, and build tools to handle life's challenges.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teresa Nichols

Teresa Nichols

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I focus on creating a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported, while also helping you move toward meaningful change.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Waverly Brown

Waverly Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe the therapeutic relationship itself can be a powerful tool for healing, and I work to create a space where clients feel safe, seen, and supported.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Beth Strautz

Beth Strautz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“I have a special passion for working with individuals who are seeking therapy due to grief, loss and/or trauma.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Edward Scott

Dr. Edward Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to help adolescents and young adults thrive amidst stress, uncertainty, losses, and challenging transitions.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Munroe

Jennifer Munroe

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is nurturing, supportive, and grounded in the belief that positive change happens when people feel accepted, safe, and understood.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our providers for bipolar disorder support in Columbia, MO

Number of therapists serving Columbia, MO
There are over 492 therapists in Columbia, MO accepting new patients.
492+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Bipolar disorder
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 99%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 88%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%German
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 80%Online only
  • 20%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 51%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 1%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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