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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
Who might be a good fit for Solangebelle?
Solangebelle Anyu may be a good match for people navigating conditions such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD who prefer a person-centered framework. Her holistic approach blends medication management with collaborative support, offering care tailored to children, teens, and young adults in both in-person and telehealth settings. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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JOLEEN HALLORAN
I love being horribly straightforward with my clients. Coming to therapy can be uncomfortable, but the pay-offs are often life-cha... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
LMHC|LPC
Female
I love being horribly straightforward with my clients. Coming to therapy can be uncomfortable, but the pay-offs are often life-changing. My passion is to help clients experien... More
Who might be a good fit for Joleen?
Clients working through anxiety, depression, or trauma and looking for integrative therapy support might engage well with Joleen Halloran’s approach. She emphasizes a straightforward, collaborative style that tailors evidence-based methods to meet each client’s unique needs, fostering healing and empowerment. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Anya Fisher
Anya Lanka Fisher, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker providing care to clients in Missouri and Oregon. She has experience... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Anya Lanka Fisher, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker providing care to clients in Missouri and Oregon. She has experience in high-risk crisis management, including wo... More
Who might be a good fit for Anya?
Anya Fisher may be a good match for people navigating trauma, grief, or identity exploration who prefer a collaborative and integrative approach. Her practice blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with somatic and motivational methods, and she offers culturally sensitive support in both English and Spanish, especially for immigrants and refugees adjusting to life transitions. View Profile
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?
Diona Shelton may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as anxiety, depression, or the unique stressors related to autism and life transitions. She takes a culturally sensitive, client-centered approach that emphasizes collaboration and self-care, supporting clients in setting goals that foster balance and overall wellness. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Beverly Hopgood
Beverly Hopgood, MA, LPC, is a seasoned mental health therapist with over a decade of experience. She has worked in various mental... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Beverly Hopgood, MA, LPC, is a seasoned mental health therapist with over a decade of experience. She has worked in various mental health settings including hospitals, communi... More
Who might be a good fit for Beverly?
Beverly Hopgood may support individuals who want to explore resilience and emotional healing through a strength-based, culturally sensitive lens. She integrates approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help clients manage challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, and depression while building skills in motivation, focus, and confidence. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Michael Angel
"Michael is helping me move forward with my journey at my pace. I'm making progress and he's been an important part of it." -Jeff ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
"Michael is helping me move forward with my journey at my pace. I'm making progress and he's been an important part of it." -Jeff C. from MOMichael approaches therapy ... More
Who might be a good fit for Michael?
Those coping with depression, anxiety, or LGBTQ+ related challenges may find Michael Angel’s approach to be well-aligned. He offers a warm, person-centered style that integrates cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies to support clients in recognizing their personal value alongside their mental health goals. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Connie Cameron
Connie J. Cameron LPC brings a variety of skills developed and practiced through more than 12 years of experience working in the M... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Connie J. Cameron LPC brings a variety of skills developed and practiced through more than 12 years of experience working in the Mental Health field. She has the ability to co... More
Who might be a good fit for Connie?
Connie Cameron may be a good match for people navigating anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges who prefer a compassionate, strength-based framework. She emphasizes meeting clients where they are and fostering a strong therapeutic alliance, integrating approaches like trauma-focused and mindfulness-based therapies to support personal growth and resilience. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Raymond Paxton
Raymond Paxton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master’s degree in social work from the University of Missouri... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
Raymond Paxton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a master’s degree in social work from the University of Missouri in Columbia, earned in 2000. Specializing in... More
Who might be a good fit for Raymond?
Individuals navigating challenges like trauma, anxiety, or substance use may find support through the approach used by Raymond Paxton. He integrates evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused methods, with a focus on emotional safety and positive relationships, which can be especially helpful for veterans, couples, and diverse communities. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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RICKY KIMES
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 19 years of behavioral health experience across various clinical, managed care, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
LPC
Male
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 19 years of behavioral health experience across various clinical, managed care, and military family settings. I am skilled i... More
Who might be a good fit for Ricky?
Ricky Kimes may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, trauma, or family conflict. His approach incorporates evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy, with experience supporting diverse populations including veterans, LGBTQ+ clients, and those facing challenges related to racism or physical health. View Profile
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 anxiety or those wanting to strengthen their ability to navigate life transitions could benefit from Erika Altobelli’s focused therapeutic work. She integrates approaches like logotherapy and motivational interviewing to help clients build resilience while addressing symptoms of depression, grief, and other challenges with empathy and practical strategies. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Sondra Kern
Sondra has worked in several different settings treating children, adolescents and adults. Sondra enjoys working with clients stru... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Sondra has worked in several different settings treating children, adolescents and adults. Sondra enjoys working with clients struggling with anxiety, panic, and OCD. Her moda... More
Who might be a good fit for Sondra?
Sondra Kern may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as anxiety, panic, or OCD. She integrates cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapies with a solution-focused approach, offering practical strategies to support clients across different stages of adulthood. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Katie Evans
Katie is licensed to practice as a Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT/LCMFT) and Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC). Sh... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Katie is licensed to practice as a Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT/LCMFT) and Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC). She has counseled with individuals and couples ... More
Who might be a good fit for Katie?
Katie Evans may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, addiction, or ADHD. She integrates cognitive behavioral, narrative, and somatic approaches, helping clients build connection with themselves and others as part of their healing and growth. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Eric Behar
Dr. Eric Behar received his MD from St George’s University and completed his adult psychiatry training at Metropolitan hospital ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
Dr. Eric Behar received his MD from St George’s University and completed his adult psychiatry training at Metropolitan hospital Center in New York City. Dr. Behar has be... More
Who might be a good fit for Eric?
People experiencing anxiety or depression and looking for a therapist with experience in adult psychiatry might consider Eric Behar’s style of care. His background in medical training and focus on mental health challenges supports a thoughtful approach to helping adults across various stages of life. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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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
Who might be a good fit for Brian?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges may appreciate the methods Brian Sharp incorporates into his practice. His approach blends evidence-based therapies with a warm, collaborative style that emphasizes clarity and practical skills to support lasting emotional wellness. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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PAMELA BARRIGAR
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with individuals of all ages. I am licensed in Illino... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
LCSW
Female
Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with individuals of all ages. I am licensed in Illinois, Missouri, Florida, Georgia and Arizona. I... More
Who might be a good fit for Pamela?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, depression, or trauma might consider working with Pamela Barrigar. Her eclectic approach, blending evidence-based therapies with a faith-informed perspective, aims to create a safe and compassionate space for individuals from diverse backgrounds. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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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
Who might be a good fit for Farah?
Those coping with depression or pursuing personal growth in managing anxiety may find Farah Shaddix’s approach to be well-aligned. Her background in diverse care settings and emphasis on collaboration and education supports clients seeking compassionate, accessible mental health care tailored to their needs. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Ijeoma Uchegbu
"Always listens and able to understand what I am going through" -Tina L. from TXBeverly is an experienced Psychiatric Ment... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
"Always listens and able to understand what I am going through" -Tina L. from TXBeverly is an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner adept at providi... More
Who might be a good fit for Ijeoma?
Ijeoma Uchegbu may support individuals who want to explore emotional healing and resilience through a trauma-informed and strength-based lens. Her approach integrates compassionate psychotherapy and medication management, offering tailored care for those facing challenges like anxiety, depression, or addiction across various adult life stages. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Matthew Wells
"He's kind and informative. I didn't feel judged and I appreciate the plan/beginning steps we discussed." -Heather G. from MO... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Male
"He's kind and informative. I didn't feel judged and I appreciate the plan/beginning steps we discussed." -Heather G. from MOPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner Matthew We... More
Who might be a good fit for Matthew?
Matthew Wells may align well with adults who are working through issues such as depression, anxiety, or trauma. He emphasizes building trusting relationships and offers personalized care plans that incorporate evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused approaches to support healing and growth. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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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
Who might be a good fit for Abigail?
Clients working through trauma and looking for trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy support might engage well with Abigail Judge’s approach. She integrates evidence-based methods like DBT and Motivational Interviewing while creating a compassionate space that honors each client’s unique experiences and needs. View Profile
Columbia, MO
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Kelly Ratz
Kelly Ratz MSN, RN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC Kelly is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), who has worke... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Columbia, Missouri
Female
Kelly Ratz MSN, RN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC Kelly is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), who has worked with individuals across the lifespan. She h... More
Who might be a good fit for Kelly?
Kelly Ratz may be well-suited to individuals who value a patient-centered, collaborative approach in managing mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, or ADHD. She integrates attention to personal history and trauma with thoughtful medication management, aiming to support clients at a pace that feels comfortable for their unique journey. View Profile
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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