Columbia, MO Compassion Focused Therapists

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Alfreda Shields
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Farah Shaddix
Farah Shaddix is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing an array of mental health s... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Farah Shaddix is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing an array of mental health services to adult patients with depression and... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Rachel Hill
Dr. Rachel Y. Hill is a Doctoral prepared nurse certified as a Family, Psychiatric, and Advanced Holistic Nurse Practitioner. She ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Dr. Rachel Y. Hill is a Doctoral prepared nurse certified as a Family, Psychiatric, and Advanced Holistic Nurse Practitioner. She specialized in holistic and integrative medic... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Abigail Judge
Abigail Kelsey Judge is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been serving the Kansas City Metro area since 2009. With o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Abigail Kelsey Judge is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been serving the Kansas City Metro area since 2009. With over 15 years of experience, Abigail specializ... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Hanna Garza
Dr. Hanna Garza is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals across a w... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Dr. Hanna Garza is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals across a wide range of mental health needs, including t... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Louis Blea
Louis has been in the helping profession for quite awhile and have helped a multitude of people find solutions to deal with sympto... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
Louis has been in the helping profession for quite awhile and have helped a multitude of people find solutions to deal with symptoms of depression and anxiety. He enjoys helpi... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Katrina Lewis
Katrina Lewis is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Board Certified. She graduated from Vanderbilt University School ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Katrina Lewis is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Board Certified. She graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. She has worked with patients with... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Brian Sharp
Brian Sharp is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Dallas, TX, offering telehealth services to clients across the state. He... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
Brian Sharp is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Dallas, TX, offering telehealth services to clients across the state. He specializes in helping adults navigate anxie... More
Columbia, MO
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Arti Dautenhahn
Arti is a Licensed Professional Counselor in rural Missouri. He has been working with kids and families for more than 20 years. He... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
Arti is a Licensed Professional Counselor in rural Missouri. He has been working with kids and families for more than 20 years. He started his career working with troubled you... More
Who might be a good fit for Arti?
Arti Dautenhahn may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as trauma, attachment difficulties, or recovery from unhealthy relationships. His solution-focused, client-centered approach, combined with an understanding of early brain development and trauma, supports a therapeutic experience that encourages momentum through positive, engaging interactions. View Profile
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Daniel Lowenstein
Daniel Lowenstein is a psychiatrist who has been providing Psychiatric care to adults with depression and anxiety for 8 years. He... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
Daniel Lowenstein is a psychiatrist who has been providing Psychiatric care to adults with depression and anxiety for 8 years. He was drawn to the practice of mental health b... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
CARRIE ALLEN
Hi, I’m Carrie Allen, MS, LPC, NCC — a trauma therapist, creative soul, and lifelong student of what it means to be human. I�... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
LPC
Female
Hi, I’m Carrie Allen, MS, LPC, NCC — a trauma therapist, creative soul, and lifelong student of what it means to be human. I’m licensed in Alabama, Missouri, Texas, and ... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Ameerah Ali
Ameerah Ali M.A., LPC is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in trauma, anxiety a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Ameerah Ali M.A., LPC is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in trauma, anxiety and depression. She has over 15 years' experie... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Christine Sibilla
Self-care and the health of our minds is incredibly important, especially when it doesn't feel like there is a path forward. Heali... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Self-care and the health of our minds is incredibly important, especially when it doesn't feel like there is a path forward. Healing and understanding comes from within, by fo... More
Who might be a good fit for Christine?
Christine Sibilla may be a good match for people navigating feelings of confusion or stuckness who prefer a body-centered, insight-driven approach. Her work emphasizes connecting with your inner experience and using EMDR techniques to support healing that fosters personal strength and confidence. View Profile
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Courtney Bolick
Courtney Bolick is dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of clinical expe... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Courtney Bolick is dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of clinical experience, with a focus on Depression, Anxiety, ... More
Who might be a good fit for Courtney?
Clients seeking structured support for managing depression, anxiety, or OCD might consider working with Courtney Bolick. Her patient-centered approach emphasizes trust and open communication, creating personalized care plans that respect each individual’s goals and values. View Profile
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
SOLANGEBELLE ANYU
"She was honest. She was supportive and caring even when delivering truthful, physician messages. I would trust her at this poin... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
"She was honest. She was supportive and caring even when delivering truthful, physician messages. I would trust her at this point in my care. " -Tanya Hamilton H. from TX... More
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
BROOKE MALENSEK
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maine, Missouri, Oregon, and Washington with over 12 years of experience. I work with in... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
LPC|LCPC|LMHC
Female
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Maine, Missouri, Oregon, and Washington with over 12 years of experience. I work with individuals navigating ADHD, stress, anxiety, d... More
Columbia, MO
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Erika Altobelli
Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the Unified Protocol and Dialectal Behavior Thera... More
Who might be a good fit for Erika?
People experiencing depression, anxiety, or grief, or those wanting to strengthen their resilience, could benefit from Erika Altobelli’s focused therapeutic work. She blends empathic support with practical tools drawn from logotherapy and dialectical behavior therapy to help clients navigate life transitions and build a healthy balance between present challenges and future goals. View Profile
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
William Campbell
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Missouri, Rod brings over 15 years of rich professional experience to the tab... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Missouri, Rod brings over 15 years of rich professional experience to the table. His journey in therapy has equipped him w... More
Columbia, MO
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Diona Shelton
Dr. Diona Shelton is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience working with individuals with specialization in... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Dr. Diona Shelton is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience working with individuals with specialization in Anxiety, Depression, PTSD/ Trauma, stress ma... More
Who might be a good fit for Diona?
Those coping with anxiety, depression, or trauma-related challenges may find Diona Shelton’s approach to be well-aligned. She emphasizes a culturally sensitive, client-centered partnership that supports individuals and families, including those navigating the unique experiences of autism and life transitions. View Profile
Columbia, MO
Compassion Focused
Ashley Notestine
Ashley Notestine, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with more than 10 years of experience supporting adults through life t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Ashley Notestine, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with more than 10 years of experience supporting adults through life transitions, loss, relationship challenges, su... More
Columbia, MO
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Mental Health Services in Columbia, Missouri

Columbia, Missouri, also referred to as "CoMo," is a culturally diverse and vibrant city with a population of over 120,000 residents. Home to the University of Missouri and a multitude of scenic parks, it boasts a mix of academic vigor and outdoor lifestyle.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Columbia Residents

Key mental health concerns in Columbia encompass anxiety disorders, depression, and substance abuse. According to the Missouri Department of Health, approximately 19% of adults in Missouri reported mental health issues in recent years.

Access to Care & Providers in Columbia

Columbia offers both public and private mental health services, including crisis lines and community organizations. Notable initiatives include the Boone County Mental Health Coalition's efforts to improve mental health outcomes.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Columbia.
  • Many local providers offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma-focused care.
  • Unique offerings include e-therapy options and specialized care for veterans.

Local Policies & Stressors

As a college town, Columbia has a significant student population, which can face academic pressures and lifestyle changes. The city's cost of living is reasonable but job competition can be high, potentially increasing stress levels.

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