Behavioral therapists in Columbia, MO
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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
Behavioral
Chris Scarberry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I co-own Healing Reflections Therapy: Diversity, Trauma, and Wellness Services with my partner Megan Garza. We each have over twenty-five years of experience working as therapists. We integrate those values into everything we do. I love the work that I do and especially enjoy helping to empower clients and help them to make their therapy goals and dreams a reality. I have a genuine and transparent approach with clients. I balance active listening with interpretations and feedback, while treating therapy as a fluid, nuanced conversation. I meet people where they are at and am informed, open and affirming of LGBTQ+ identities, chronic illness, kink and non-monogamous relationship dynamics. I welcome clients from all walks of life and marginalized communities. I enjoy meeting with people from a variety of spiritual backgrounds, atheists, Christians, Muslims, Jewish people etc, but do not reference mine or impose any spiritual agenda with my clients. In short, we only talk about it if it's important to you. My Masters Degree is in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy which enables me to skillfully work with individuals, couples, and adult family members. I view treatment as both of us collaboratively working toward your goals, utilizing your own insights and strengths as a basis for further development.
26 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
Behavioral
MN Couples & Family Therapy
Psychologist, Ph.D., L.P.
I believe people have the inherent ability to connect to their best selves if given good tools, opportunities & have the motivation to do the work. I believe it's important to provide as many tools as possible for clients to use on their own. I am active & direct in therapy while also providing empathy & support. I love working with couples & families because the ripple effect of creating positive, healthy relationships is huge & can extend for generations.
30 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
Behavioral
Dr. Joe Rustum
Psychologist, PsyD, License Psychologist
I work with high achievers, professionals, executives, and driven individuals who look capable on the outside but feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or stuck in constant overthinking. You may be managing career pressure, anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, procrastination, relationship stress, or difficulty setting boundaries. Even when things look successful from the outside, it can feel exhausting to keep pushing while privately second-guessing yourself.
My approach is practical, direct, and focused on helping you make meaningful changes in your day-to-day life. We will work on understanding the patterns that keep you stuck, building confidence in your decisions, improving boundaries, managing stress more effectively, and creating a healthier relationship with work, achievement, and responsibility. The goal is not just insight, but real progress.
9 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
Behavioral
Owelleth Mental Health
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MedFT
I am deeply passionate about being a therapist it is much more than a career to me and shows in the work I do, as well as the ongoing learning and trainings I am continually seeking. I believe healing happens when people feel truly seen, safe, and understood—often for the first time. I am especially drawn to working with trauma, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, grief, and the relational challenges that shape this. Many of my clients identify as "neurodivergent (ADHD, autism, AuDHD) and struggle with things like low self-esteem, perfectionism, and expressing needs/wants. Often this can affect how and who we love, function, and navigate major life transitions like divorce, parenting, career, grief, and medical care-taking. I don’t view therapy as “fixing” people, but as walking alongside them as they reconnect with their strengths, rewrite painful patterns, and build relationships rooted in security and self-trust. This work matters to me because I have seen how powerful it is when someone realizes their story makes sense—and that change is possible. My focus is on building a safe and trusting relationship where I get to know you as an individual without judgement. I have worked in hospitals, schools, community/public health, but nothing has brought me as much joy and fulfillment as private practice.
10 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
Behavioral Therapy therapists in Columbia, MO Statistics
Behavioral Therapy therapists in Columbia, MO average 17 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (92%), Depression (77%), and Stress (65%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$211
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 92% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 77% | Depression |
| 65% | Stress |
| 62% | Social Anxiety |
| 55% | Self Esteem |
| 51% | ADHD |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 56% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 49% | Women |
| 37% | Men |
| 32% | LGBTQ+ |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |