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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.

Dr. Karen Allen

Dr. Karen Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas City, MO


“I have a deep interest in empowering women and girls, as I believe that their healing and wholeness contribute to the healing and wholeness of the world.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Amanda Crabtree

Amanda Crabtree

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe strongly in focusing on strengths and creative interests/skills as it can help us develop coping skills but also find joy and satisfaction in life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dawn Richa

Dawn Richa

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I take a holistic and eclectic approach to the care of individuals with extensive training and experience in spiritual direction and the Enneagram of personality.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Hope Barnes

Hope Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe healing begins when we feel seen, heard, and supported. As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where growth is nurtured, stories are honored, and hope is restored.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victori Wright

Victori Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a trusting environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Derrick Carroll

Derrick Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I truly believe that anyone can find true purpose and identity in life but often need a "guide" to assist them on their journey.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Mesenburg

Angela Mesenburg

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you know best what you need in our sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Hildebrand

Melissa Hildebrand

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My role is to provide a thoughtful, respectful and supportive space where meaningful change can occur.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meggie Humphreys

Meggie Humphreys

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy doesn't have to feel intimidating and my goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, even on the messy, confusing, or "I don't know what I'm doing with my life" days.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shawntelle Fisher

Shawntelle Fisher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


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.

ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ann Benson

Ann Benson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“I believe all of us need a village of warm, good-enough relationships in order to thrive — and that while trauma often happens in relationships, deep healing happens through secure ones.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Khaledpour

Sara Khaledpour

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My clients describe me as a compassionate, good communication skills, encouraging and cultural competence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Marsh'a Franklin

Marsh'a Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have been a Social Worker for 10 years. I have experience in crisis management, anxiety, depression, and grief support.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Wendy Collins

Wendy Collins

Therapist

Virtual • West Plains, MO


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process where you should feel heard, respected, and supported while working toward meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffany Martin

Tiffany Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am known to be a direct, caring, and effective therapist. I feel that the worth of a person is not dependent on their current situation.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Demetria Russell

Demetria Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I blend CBT and Solution-Focused therapies within a warm, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you can always feel safe and truly supported.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gary Probst

Dr. Gary Probst

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I teach psychopharmacology at a major university, and I can be an asset when it comes to medication.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Molly Gillespie

Molly Gillespie

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I am a Registered Play TherapistTM who supports parents and couples who are determined to break generational cycles yet find themselves overwhelmed, reactive, or triggered in the very moments they hoped would be different.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nick Koumarianos

Dr. Nick Koumarianos

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I specialize in treating individuals with Obsessive‐Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related conditions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mandy Haury

Mandy Haury

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe a warm, welcoming, and comfortable approach to therapy can make a huge different in how accessible it feels.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sharon Berry

Sharon Berry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My expertise is domestic and sexual violence, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and dysfunctional family systems.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Monica McGlory

Monica McGlory

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Core Life Therapy provides a confidential, judgment free space where you can explore challenges with professional support.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cale Merkley

Cale Merkley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Republic, MO


“Known for his energetic personality and sense of humor, Cale brings warmth and authenticity to the counseling relationship while remaining focused on each client's individual goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Scot Echols

Scot Echols

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients often describe me as down-to-earth and practical. I also take a holistic perspective, recognizing that mental health is connected to every aspect of a person's life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kevin Stegeman

Kevin Stegeman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on meeting clients where they are while working toward meaningful, practical goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emily Lasek

Emily Lasek

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“As a solution-focused therapist, I believe everyone needs help at times. I strive to assist clients get the tools they need so they don't need me anymore!”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christian Jené Williams

Christian Jené Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I became a therapist because I believe people should not have to navigate life's most difficult seasons alone.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bonnie Lewis

Bonnie Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy can be a space where you feel supported, understood, and able to move toward healing at a pace that feels right for you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, 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...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katherine Saunders

Katherine Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe the client-therapist relationship is a sacred trust and I feel honored when a client entrusts me with their story.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tracy Clements

Tracy Clements

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with people who are tired of feeling on edge or stuck in the past and want to feel more grounded, hopeful, and resilient in their daily lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel DaSilva, Lpc

Daniel DaSilva, Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work entirely via telehealth, so you can get support from the comfort and privacy of your own space.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Maune

Amanda Maune

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I offer a compassionate, strengths-based approach to therapy, helping you build on what's already within you while learning new ways to cope and grow.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Raymond Scott

Dr. Raymond Scott

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


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.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kathryn Ronek

Kathryn Ronek

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jodi East

Jodi East

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that with the right guidance and a nurturing environment, individuals can tap into their inner resilience and capacity for change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Marcie Bosworth

Marcie Bosworth

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Your story has made you who you are. I offer a judgement free space for you to share that story.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Stress management
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 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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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.

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