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Top therapists in Columbia, MO accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Columbia, Missouri across neighborhoods like Downtown, Hickman High, and East Campus. Connect with 1,344 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Headway accepts 70+ insurance plans nationally, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Charlotte Moore

Charlotte Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relational difficulties.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cali Lloyd

Cali Lloyd

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I feel strongly that therapy is a place where you should feel seen and heard as well as challenged and respected.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Salvatore Pagano

Salvatore Pagano

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Our lives must be rewarding, especially in our work and primary relationships. We need to live in harmony with our beliefs, goals, values, and true purpose.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Koch

Melissa Koch

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi! I'm Melissa and excited to work with you! I love working with women who are in mid life and navigating all that comes our way. From Perimenopause/menopause, chronic health concerns, and relationships, I'm hear to support you.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Theresa Benskin

Theresa Benskin

Therapist

Virtual • Chillicothe, MO


“I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, by helping people to learn how to identify problematic thought patterns, then develop more positive patterns to improve their daily lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Grenier

Jennifer Grenier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Liberty, MO


“I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Solution focused therapy to help client reach their therapeutic goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Deborah Medari

Dr. Deborah Medari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to provide compassionate, personalized care that considers the whole person—not just symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marcela Flynn

Marcela Flynn

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


Hello! My name is Marcela Flynn, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas and Missouri with experience supporting children, families, and adults across a variety of clinical and educational settings. I graduated from the University of Missouri–Columbia. My professional background includes working with individuals experiencing chronic and persistent mental health challenges, providing crisis intervention services, and supporting clients in psychiatric hospital settings, I have also worked closely with children and families navigating emotional, behavioral, social, and life challenges, helping them build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and access meaningful support systems.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Erin Boyle

Erin Boyle

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with trauma, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and life's many transitions in a supportive and nonjudgmental way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carol Stilson

Carol Stilson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“I am a firm believer that nothing changes without changes. I will act as your coach, guiding you to work through your inner pain and mental issues to find the peace you deserve.”
Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanya McLeod

Tanya McLeod

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Whatever your reason for reaching out, you should know that you do not have to face this journey alone.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Roshanda Neal

Roshanda Neal

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy frequently incorporates music, books and movies to enhance the therapeutic process and facilitate change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sydney Washington

Sydney Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that connecting with clients is one of the most important aspects of forming a trusting relationship and the most important priority in building a strong therapeutic alliance...”
Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Pamela Begay

Dr. Pamela Begay

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Everyone has a story to tell-I lean into narrative therapy to get to the core of what brings you to therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amy Bareiter

Amy Bareiter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My counseling style is one of compassion and respect. I believe it is important to build a rapport with my clients...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Herbert Lomax

Herbert Lomax

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a mental health therapist with over a decade of experience in helping BIPOC professionals and couples break free from burnout, perfectionism, and imposter feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amaka Obi

Amaka Obi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is empathetic, trauma‐informed, and collaborative, with a focus on creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and respected.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaitley Teter

Kaitley Teter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy isn't about "fixing" you—it's about helping you recognize your strengths, process difficult experiences, and move toward the life you want.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Rayna Marshall

Rayna Marshall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“I now specialize in the treatment of PTSD/trauma, depression, anxiety, and stress through evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, CBT, Somatics, and Expressive Therapies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marquise Middleton

Marquise Middleton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“My role isn't to tell you who to be - it's to walk alongside you, offering the tools, insight, and support you need to create the life you want.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chad Winch

Chad Winch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Farmington, MO


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative, meaning that WE work closely and tailor treatment to your unique needs and preferences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Moses

Ashley Moses

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Children process the world differently than adults. I specialize in Play Therapy, an evidence-based approach that honors your child's unique developmental level by communicating in their natural language: play.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Baumgartner

Mary Baumgartner

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I have been practicing for 17 years, primarily seeing adults and senior citizens. I operate from a person-centered, emotionally-focused basis. You are the expert on your life, and my goal is to help you with that. I utilize experiential and psychodramatic techniques.. These methods allow for role plays and visualizations. Such techniques increase your ability to get more deeply in touch with your issues and see situations clearly. When you reenact what happens at home, in the safety of the therapy office, solutions become clear and your voice becomes strong.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Daniels

Jessica Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative and compassionate, working together without judgement to create meaningful change...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Desmond Hendren

Desmond Hendren

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy should be personalized and collaborative. You know yourself and your life best, and my role is to help you understand what you're experiencing, identify what may be holding you back, and build tools that fit your everyday life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Frost

Laura Frost

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, MO


“My style is warm and inviting, and I welcome you to take that leap of faith and join me as we work together to build you a better life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ritika Chand-Bergfeld

Ritika Chand-Bergfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“You can expect to feel heard and respected every time we meet. You can expect to be met exactly where you are.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shirlee Lyons

Shirlee Lyons

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Taking the first step toward support can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face life’s challenges alone. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where children, adolescents, and adults feel heard, understood, and empowered. I help clients address anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral concerns, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I tailor care to each person’s needs and support confidence, coping, growth, and resilience.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Derick Letman

Derick Letman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide warm, person centered, trauma informed space for individuals, navigating Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety, Depression and PTSD.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brit Sweet

Brit Sweet

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore life's challenges, connect with your strengths, and work toward meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Shanks

Cara Shanks

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I offer a steady, compassionate space to slow down, feel understood, and begin making sense of what you are going through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adam Kepka

Adam Kepka

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Everyone has the capacity for growth. Therapy offers a space to process life experiences with someone who will listen with empathy and support as you pursue a life that feels authentic and meaningful.

Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erica Spring

Erica Spring

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is open-minded, humorous, and sometimes challenging, providing a supportive space for growth and healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Courtney

Diana Courtney

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is direct but warm — I'll ask real questions, name what I notice, and keep you accountable in a way that's supportive, not shaming.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Natasha Clark

Natasha Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi, I’m Natasha, a practicing therapist with over 18 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges.

Over the years, I’ve supported clients through struggles with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, life transitions, ADHD, and family dynamics. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical—I believe therapy should be a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make real, lasting changes.

I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, tailoring each session to your unique needs. Clients often share that they value my ability to listen deeply, provide fresh perspectives, and offer tools they can use in daily life.

If you’re looking for a therapist who combines compassion with nearly two decades of professional experience, I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward growth, clarity, and healing.

Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Columbia, MO

Number of therapists serving Columbia, MO
There are over 1,333 therapists in Columbia, MO accepting new patients.
1,333+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 82%Trauma
  • 81%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 68%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 81%Online only
  • 19%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Columbia

Searching for therapists in Columbia starts with knowing what kind of support you want from therapy. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, or a life transition. As you compare Columbia therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties, therapy approach, and experience match what you want to focus on. Provider bios can help you see whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or another style that fits your needs.

In a smaller city like Columbia, the right match may be nearby, or it may be easier to find through virtual therapy with a Missouri-licensed therapist. In-person care can be a good fit if you prefer a local office near Downtown, East Campus, or another part of Columbia. Virtual sessions may give you more choices for appointment times and therapist specialties. Before booking, review whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers times that work with your schedule, and provides a free phone consultation. A therapist’s profile can also show how they describe their communication style and what to expect in sessions.

Therapy in Columbia can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists in Columbia, MO who are accepting new patients, compare virtual and in-person options, and enter your insurance details for an estimated out-of-pocket cost. You can review bios, check availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.