Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Columbia, MO
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Jessica Oliver, Aspire Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
I specialize in helping people who are tired of just "managing" their anxiety or trauma symptoms and are ready for real, lasting change. Many of my clients are high-functioning professionals, working parents, and teens who look like they have it together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted on the inside.I use evidence-based approaches—including EMDR, CBT, and ACT—because I believe you deserve treatment that actually works, not endless sessions of "how was your week?" My style is warm and direct. I'll meet you with compassion and help you build practical skills, but I'll also gently push you toward the growth you're looking for.If you're in Missouri and ready to stop white-knuckling your way through life, I'd love to talk.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Columbia, MO 65201
Online in Columbia, MO
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Better Together Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW
Finding the right therapist is important. When you find a therapist who understands your needs and can help you feel comfortable therapy is so much more effective. We will take the time to get to know you. We will help you meet your goals and make the changes you desire.
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Columbia, MO 65201
Online in Columbia, MO
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Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to create meaningful, measurable change in how they feel, function, and relate to others. My approach is evidence-based, empathic, and solution-focused, with therapy centered on helping you achieve clear goals so that progress is noticeable in daily life. I work with a wide range of concerns—including anxiety, low mood, loss, self-doubt, and life transitions—and have particular expertise in performance psychology, public speaking anxiety, panic attacks, fear of flying, and questions of purpose or meaning. If you’re unsure whether therapy is the right next step, I also offer a one-time consultation assessment to help clarify what may be contributing to your current stress and identify effective pathways forward, whether through therapy or other strategies.
25 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO (Online Only)
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Dr. Weston Donaldson
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
As an LGBTQ+ person, you've probably gotten pretty good at figuring things out for yourself. But then life throws you a curveball you can't simply think your way through, problem-solve your way out of, or grit your teeth and muscle through forever.
Maybe you're grieving someone you lost - or something that others don't even recognize as a loss. Maybe your relationship has changed, your health isn't what it used to be, or you're caring for someone you love and wondering how much longer you can keep going. You may be functioning just fine on the outside, while feeling pretty damn exhausted on the inside.
I'm Dr. Weston Donaldson, a gay psychologist and founder of Proud Heart Therapy Services, LLC. I help LGBTQ+ adults coping with grief, loss, trauma, and complicated transitions that come with getting older. Being part of the queer community means I bring a familiarity with our relationships, chosen families, histories, and experiences that can make these challenges more complex. You shouldn't have to spend your therapy sessions explaining why your relationships matter or why a particular loss has hit you so hard.
For me, the magic sauce of therapy is relationship. You can bring the messy feelings, the contradictions, the things you're not sure you're supposed to say out loud. My job isn't to tell you how you should feel or hand you a generic set of coping skills. It's to help you understand what's happening, reconnect with your own wisdom, and figure out what you want your life to look from here on out.
You don't have to stop grieving, have everything figured out, or know exactly what you need before reaching out. If you're tired of going through this time alone, let's talk. I'd be glad to hear what's going on and see whether we're a good fit.
12 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO (Online Only)
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Shannon Schaefer
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Dr. Schaefer is a licensed clinical psychologist and one of the owners of Behavioral Health Clinic. She earned her PhD at Marquette University and completed her clinical internship at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center.
Dr. Schaefer focuses largely on cognitive-behavioral therapy with an emphasis on solution-focused interventions. She works from the strengths of her clients, encouraging their positive growth and change. Initial assessment of problem areas and strengths is typically part of a full diagnostic evaluation for her new clients.
21 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Columbia, MO Statistics
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Columbia, MO average 14 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (86%), Depression (69%), and Stress (57%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
30%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 69% | Depression |
| 57% | Stress |
| 54% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 46% | Social Anxiety |
| 46% | Self Esteem |
| 41% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 45% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 48% | Women |
| 35% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Men |
| 23% | Military / Veterans |
| 18% | Black / African American |