Find a therapist in Columbia, MO — covered by insurance


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.
Hi, I'm Shawntelle Fisher, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) passionate about helping children, teens, adults, and families navigate life's challenges with compassion and practical tools. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, foster care and adoption, family conflict, grief, and life transitions. I offer evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs so you feel understood, supported, and hopeful about your next steps.
I have twenty-three years of experience conducting psychological assessments and providing individual, couples, and group therapy for a variety of psychiatric conditions and psychosocial impainnents.
Thank you for reaching out to me today! I am here to listen and to help. I am licensed to practice professional counseling in Florida and Missouri with a specialty in addictions and co-occurring disorders. I have been assisting clients since 2011, but in recent years my primary focus is with adults ages 18 and older.
Your story has made you who you are. I offer a judgement free space for you to share that story.
About our therapists serving Columbia, MO



- 98%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 82%Trauma
- 81%Relationship issues

- 99%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%Ascension

- 99%English
- 2%Spanish

- 81%Online only
- 19%In-person or online

- 81%Woman
- 18%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 57%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 2%Licensed Psychologist
- 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

- 100%Individual therapy
- 32%Family therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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Find the right therapist for you
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.
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