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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 1,191 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.
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.
I am seasoned therapist with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with a wide range of clientele.
I believe every person deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported. With more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I have had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges. I earned my Master's Degree in Community Counseling from Pittsburg State University and am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Missouri Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor II.
Throughout my career, I have worked in juvenile and adult justice systems, drug courts, schools, and community behavioral health settings. These experiences have given me a broad understanding of the many factors that influence emotional well-being and personal growth. I work with concerns including anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, anger management, substance use, relationship challenges, and adolescent behavioral issues. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their concerns and building a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Hi, I'm Tina Simmons, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Sharon Davis Counseling PLLC. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where adults can navigate life's challenges, build resilience, and move forward with hope. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use and recovery concerns, life transitions, and the unique challenges faced by veterans and military spouses. I believe healing remains possible—even during life's hardest moments.
As a Missouri Ozarks native, nature and the outdoors have always played a huge part in my healing journey and mental health. Growing up, I was outside any chance I got; riding bikes, riding horses, climbing trees, bird watching, rock collecting, camping, hiking, floating, boating, spelunking, exploring creeks, and enjoying campfires. Nature immersion, movement in nature, outdoor recreation, and horsemanship remain part of my daily practice; and I incorporate these into my therapeutic work wherever possible.
Life can be challenging from time to time, rather than continuing to struggle reach out and I can help you obtain the necessary skills to be confident in the decisions you make.
Clients often describe me as approachable, practical, and easy to talk to. Therapy should be a collaborative process, and I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself without fear of judgment. My style balances support with practical problem-solving, helping clients gain insight while also developing strategies they can use in everyday life. Above all, I want you to feel heard, understood, and supported as we work toward your goals together.
Taking New Clients June 8th!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Horizon Within Counseling. I work with children, teens, adult, couples and families, helping navigate anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I offer a warm, collaborative and solution-focused approach , using evidence-based practices including EMDR to help clients feel empowered, build resilience, and move forward with greater purpose and balance.
I work to provide you a safe, non-judgmental environment in which to work. Each of us are unique and complex. I see my job as helping you to develop tools and skills to deal with your complex life. I am able to help you in the areas of anxiety, depression, motivation, substance use concerns, self-esteem and confidence, grief/loss, and adapting to life changes, to name a few. My goal is to be approachable, accepting, and act as a guide through the process. Much of our power to be happy or unhappy depends on our ability to put our experiences in perspective and find our own path to heal.
We will focus on the strengths you have and how I can help you grow through changing self-defeating thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will work together to identify your goals, what the barriers are to moving forward, and developing needed skills to navigate through or around barriers. We are all human and at times need the help from an objective party to get through our struggles and to grow stronger!
About our therapists serving Columbia, MO
- 97%Anxiety
- 91%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 82%Trauma
- 81%Relationship issues
- 99%Aetna
- 93%Cigna
- 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 69%Ascension
- 99%English
- 3%Spanish
- 79%Online only
- 21%In-person or online
- 82%Woman
- 17%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 58%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2%Licensed Psychologist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 32%Family therapy
- 26%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 Mental Health Therapist in Columbia, MO
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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