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Grief counselors and therapists in Columbia, MO

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Columbia, MO

Grieving a parent, partner, sibling, or friend in Columbia? Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions with experienced providers who specialize in grief therapy, complicated grief treatment, and meaning-making. Many sessions are covered by insurance with copays as low as $0.

Sharon Wilburn

Sharon Wilburn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring years of experience working with people who have faced deep emotional pain, including military populations and clients recovering from long-standing trauma.”
Grief or loss, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Moreau

Lisa Moreau

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to walk alongside you—creating space for insight, self‐realization, and meaningful change at a pace that feels supportive and empowering.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robyn Hall

Robyn Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Ozark, MO


“I believe in taking a Client-Centered approach in my practice. Connecting with my clients and understanding their background to help navigate current life challenges.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Teerah Vaughn

Teerah Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My name is Teerah, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma work with adolescents, teens, and young adults. I have worked with clients of all ages and believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can finally stop filtering yourself. I’m very down to earth, easy to talk to, and genuinely believe nothing is “too much” to bring into session. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, relationship stress, or just feeling emotionally stuck, my goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and a little less alone in it all.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Danillie Francis

Danillie Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is warm, laid-back, and inviting. I want therapy to feel like a place where you can exhale, speak openly, and be yourself without worrying about saying the "right" thing.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dayanand Shepherd

Dayanand Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“I'm a pragmatic therapist who offers a blend of straightforward, solution-focused strategies and skills that foster deeper insight and self-awareness.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Fiordaliza Sandoval

Fiordaliza Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Independence, MO


“I will honor your uniqueness and help you identify what is important to you, your needs and your strengths.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mackenzie Smalley

Mackenzie Smalley

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to aid each person in their journey, helping them find their own power, happiness, resiliency, and inner strength.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adam Mann

Adam Mann

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Since every individual is different and has their own specific needs, I adapt my approach for each individual to match their desired outcomes from therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Steven Portnoy

Steven Portnoy

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond Heights, MO


“I work to offer a warm and collaborative relationship that is also challenging, direct, and invested in your growth as a person.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Seth Showalter

Seth Showalter

Therapist

Virtual • Columbia, MO


“In my view, therapy is a partnership. We will collaborate as a cohesive team, striving to help you become the individual you aspire to be...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Kieler

Angela Kieler

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe healing does not always happen through words alone. As an Art Therapist and counselor, I offer space for both conversation and creative expression when it feels helpful.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cherese Alcorn

Cherese Alcorn

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I help patients discover their passion, walk in their purpose, and lead with power by offering mental and holistic wellness services.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Renee Gunterman

Renee Gunterman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My focus is on moving clients from the belief of "What is wrong with me?" to "What are my feeling trying to tell me?"”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robin Larson-Molzen

Robin Larson-Molzen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


“I'm versed in a large number of modalities, but I do like Cognitive-Behavioral, Short term, solution focused therapy, EMDR for trauma recovery, and Client Centered approaches.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marisa Chovan

Marisa Chovan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I take a directive approach in counseling, guiding my clients through the process to make it easier for them.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Guerlene Fleurantus

Guerlene Fleurantus

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am committed to helping clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life by creating a supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative therapeutic environment...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jessica Mcdonald

Jessica Mcdonald

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe everyone is worthy of love and respect — and my goal is to walk alongside you, wherever you are, as you find you are in life, and help you find your way back to joy, stability, and a genuine sense of your own worth your way back to joy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christopher Chiarino

Christopher Chiarino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“It has been my experience that collaborating with clients to help facilitate healing and growth is empowering and transformative for them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shonna Akinbobola

Shonna Akinbobola

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is relaxed and collaborative - I will always "meet you" where you are without judgement.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sitwat Malik, MD

Dr. Sitwat Malik, MD

Psychiatrist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


“I believes in a holistic approach to patient care, addressing emotional, physical, social, and psychological aspects of my patient's well-being.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Santianna Clay

Santianna Clay

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Louis, MO


“My goal is to help clients feel empowered, understood, and equipped with tools to improve their emotional well-being and relationships.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Deidra Evans

Deidra Evans

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hazelwood, MO


“My style is warm, engaging, and practical. I believe in building a strong connection first, because healing begins when you feel seen, heard, and understood.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Evelyn Beussink

Evelyn Beussink

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I believe we all have the capacity to grow into a more meaningful, fulfilling life. As your therapist, I’m here to help you access what you need to thrive—whether that’s insight, concrete tools, or a steady place to untangle what you’re going through.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kevin Marcum

Kevin Marcum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bolivar, MO


“I primarily use a cognitive-behavioral, truth-centered approach to therapy that helps identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns influencing emotions and actions.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joshua Gilliam

Joshua Gilliam

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and able to show up fully without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Genevieve Lu

Genevieve Lu

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I love being a therapist. I am honored to see clients for who they really are and learn about their lived experiences.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tanya McLeod

Tanya McLeod

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Whatever your reason for reaching out, you should know that you do not have to face this journey alone.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Woodard

David Woodard

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is client-centered and eclectic, integrating evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tamika Burrough

Tamika Burrough

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style is open-minded, direct, and empowering. I use evidence-based approaches like CBT while tailoring our work to your goals and what works in your daily life.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hayley Limbach

Hayley Limbach

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Registered Art Therapist who values authenticity, playfulness, and collaboration in the therapeutic process.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Misty Abbott

Misty Abbott

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Misty specializes in anxiety symptom management and is passionate about teaching evidence-based tools that empower individuals to take back control of their lives.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kelly Goetzler

Kelly Goetzler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


Welcome! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with individuals 13+ and couples of all shapes, sizes, statuses, and kinks! Healing does not happen in isolation, and I would be honored to hold space for healing community with you! I am a certified ADHD service provider who particularly enjoys working with 2SLGBTQIA+, religious trauma, identity issues, and those who feel at their wits end!

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Linda Etim

Linda Etim

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My goal is to assist you in achieving overall wellness which includes aligning the mind, body and spirit...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sydney Washington

Sydney Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe that connecting with clients is one of the most important aspects of forming a trusting relationship and the most important priority in building a strong therapeutic alliance...”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Linda Guhe

Linda Guhe

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“For over 25 years, I've helped adults navigate life's most difficult seasons with warmth, compassion, and care.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meredith Sandidge

Meredith Sandidge

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I provide trauma-informed care in a quiet, professional home office setting focused on safety, confidentiality, and comfort.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Renee Keller

Renee Keller

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is warm, direct, and active. I work best with clients who are ready to look beneath the surface, explore their inner world, and make meaningful changes...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lee Judy

Lee Judy

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I have extensive experience working with people in crisis. I am challenged to get them unstuck and out of the crisis.

Grief or loss, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Warren Bowles

Warren Bowles

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“It's my job to come up with a game plan that works so you can reach your personal goals, it's not your job to get on board with my game plan.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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