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Grief counselors and therapists in Columbia, MO

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Columbia, MO

Grieving a parent, partner, sibling, or friend in Columbia? Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions with experienced providers who specialize in grief therapy, complicated grief treatment, and meaning-making. Many sessions are covered by insurance with copays as low as $0.

Sharon Berry

Sharon Berry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My expertise is domestic and sexual violence, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and dysfunctional family systems.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Sydney Humphrey

Sydney Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want you to be comfortable in your own skin, as your own person, and it is my mission for all people to develop a genuine Love for SELF.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Hope Missey-Wodarczyk

Hope Missey-Wodarczyk

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I offer a welcoming, affirming, and inclusive space where clients of all identities and lived experiences feel seen, heard, and valued.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Laura Williams

Laura Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is warm, empowering and solution-focused. I believe in meeting people where they are so I can help them move toward meaningful change with clarity and compassion.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Francis Okafor

Francis Okafor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My passion for Psychiatric nursing is born out of my desire to assist vulnerable individuals attain possible health and independence through medication management and support.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Ridings

Gary Ridings

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to help the client feel relaxed and comfortable in session and to help them determine and reach their goals of living a healthy and fulfilling life.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Cynthia Hovis

Cynthia Hovis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“A session with me will somehow still feel like a surprisingly normal conversation that somehow helps the load feel lighter.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Bridget Price

Bridget Price

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is supportive and down-to-earth, while also focusing on building insight and concrete skills that clients can use in everyday life.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Greg Tissi

Greg Tissi

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a therapist who offers support to liberate oneself from the somatic pain we experience locked in our bodies from the past...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Goddard

Julie Goddard

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want my clients to feel confident and empowered. I believe that emotional regulation is the key to keeping us emotionally grounded and also that to manage your emotions you must allow yourself to feel them first.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Joseph De Vico

Joseph De Vico

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I practice total honesty, radical empathy, authentic eye-to-eye human connection instead of an expert/client power differential...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Jennifer Sprague

Jennifer Sprague

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I use a person-centered approach to therapy. I know that each person needs to be treated as the individual they are.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

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.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Yahna Gibson

Yahna Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring empathy, honesty, and a little humor into the room because healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive

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

Andrew Beecher

Andrew Beecher

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“They will have a better understanding of what they have done in the past which has not worked for them and how to move forward with the new strategies they develop in therapy.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Direct, Participatory, Warm

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


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Sarita Boyette

Sarita Boyette

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I approach the therapeutic relationship with sensitivity towards you and your experience, a focus on what you desire from our time together, and respect for multi/cross-cultural factors and influence.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abigail Sylvester

Abigail Sylvester

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is grounded, compassionate and collaborative-focusing on helping you feel heard, supported and empowered.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

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

Tammy Kuykendoll

Tammy Kuykendoll

Therapist

Virtual • Clayton, MO


I have over 20 years of counseling experience. I enjoy meeting people where they are to assist with life's ups and downs. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and couples.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

William Dry

William Dry

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“My approach to therapy is based on a healthy balance of challenge, support, and thinking outside of the box.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

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.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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

Jedediah Wilson

Jedediah Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is simple: no stuffy therapy sessions or rigid protocols - just genuine, relaxed conversations that help you confront the issues that are holding you back.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Ashleigh Nalty

Ashleigh Nalty

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and truly comfortable being yourself.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Michael Gehrke

Michael Gehrke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3022 South National Avenue, Springfield, MO

“With a sense of humor, emotionally intelligent approach and honesty Michael can help you begin your therapy journey or continue on your path of healing.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan

Kevin Marcum

Kevin Marcum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

106 West Walnut Street, Bolivar, MO

“I primarily use a cognitive-behavioral, truth-centered approach to therapy that helps identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns influencing emotions and actions.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Jessica Beaston

Jessica Beaston

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help people break the cycle of daily stress by encouraging them to try new things, step outside of their comfort zones...”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Taylor McIllwain

Taylor McIllwain

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Could you benefit from having a realistic, relaxed therapist who can help you achieve your goals to live your life to the fullest? Nice to meet you! I am an LCSW in the state of Missouri and I look forward to seeing what we can achieve together.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Brandon Price

Brandon Price

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have over 18 years of counseling and community mental health experience, but for the last 5 years, I have been working as an individual, family, and group therapist with adolescent and adult patients who are struggling with anxiety, depression,...”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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

Lauren Kane

Lauren Kane

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am empathetic and compassionate and believe that people can change if they have the desire and motivation.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Savannah Harness

Savannah Harness

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I aim to create a relaxed, welcoming space where clients feel safe to explore what's going on in their lives.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Teresa Guerra-York

Teresa Guerra-York

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your feelings openly and begin the process of a better mind set.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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


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Dorathy Scott

Dorathy Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My therapy space is warm, inviting, and open which mirrors what you will experience working with me. My approach comes from a curious and compassion space to effectively help make change happen. I am a clinically licensed marriage and family therapist. I have over 5 years experience working with individuals, couples, and families.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Sharon Wilburn

Sharon Wilburn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring years of experience working with people who have faced deep emotional pain, including military populations and clients recovering from long-standing trauma.”

Grief or loss, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Jenny Infanger

Jenny Infanger

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to offer a safe, empathetic environment where you can share about your current struggles and past issues that continue to impact you.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Wood

Amber Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I know what it's like to be shamed based on religious stances, so rest assured, I won't be trying to push any beliefs into our sessions.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Kelly Eledge

Kelly Eledge

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe goals and outcomes vary from person to person, my hope though would be for the client to walk away feeling more aware, confident, and loving of who they are as a person.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Katie Elmore

Katie Elmore

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a licensed clinical social worker and substance use counselor with specialized training in perinatal mental health.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Jeff Johnson

Jeff Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I like to use humor, challenging questions, and a direct approach because I think in counseling we should get to the point, and we should have fun doing it.”

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

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

Catherine Kendrick

Catherine Kendrick

Therapist

Virtual • St. Peters, MO


“Trained in EMDR, this is an effective evidence based modality for those that are "stuck" or have experienced past trauma.”

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Miriam Ayala Seco

Miriam Ayala Seco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1771 South Fremont Avenue, Springfield, MO

“I was born in Spain and have lived in and travelled many countries, experiences that have enriched my views on people, relationships, and healing.”

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

About our therapists in Columbia, MO who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Columbia, MO
There are over 841 therapists in Columbia, MO accepting new patients.
841+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 74%Ascension Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 82%Online only
  • 18%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 55%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
  • 1%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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