LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Columbia, MO
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LGBTQ+
Better Together Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW
Our diverse team is inclusive and includes people who identify as members of the LGBTQIA+ community. We are allies and want you to know that you will be safe with us.
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Columbia, MO 65201
Online in Columbia, MO
LGBTQ+
Jessica Oliver, Aspire Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Aspire Counseling is LGBT affirming. We want to empower people to live authentically as themselves. In addition, we have some therapists who have experience helping people who are transgender, gender fluid or otherwise gender non conforming transition to living in a way that is congruent with their gender identity. We welcome people from all walks of life! Whether you are coming in to process something specifically related to your gender identity or sexual orientation or just looking for a LGBT friendly counseling practice to treat your depression, anxiety, grief or trauma - we can help.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Columbia, MO 65201
Online in Columbia, MO
LGBTQ+
Andrew McKenzie, Psy.D.
Psychologist
As a gay psychologist, I understand that LGBTQ+ experiences are shaped by far more than identity alone. Whether you're navigating coming out, relationships, family dynamics, marginalization stress, or simply looking for a therapist who understands your lived experience, I offer an affirming space where every part of you is welcome. Together, we'll explore life's challenges with curiosity, compassion, and a focus on building a life that brings meaning, vitality, and purpose. My goal is to help you build greater flexibility in responding to challenging emotions and experiences so that your day-to-day rhythm feels more authentic, connected, and free.
15 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
LGBTQ+
Hannah Muetzelfeld
Psychologist, PhD
I am a gender-affirming and queer-affirming therapist, and promote openness and acceptance in my practice. I greatly enjoy working with queer and gender-expansive clients, and strive to create a space where individuals can feel safe, seen, and celebrated in their identities. I offer trans-affirmative care, and have worked with several clients at various stages through their gender identity journey. I also have experience with letter-writing for gender affirming services in alignment with WPATH standards, and approach this process collaboratively and respectfully.
12 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Kourtney Bennett
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I strive to provide an affirming, respectful environment where LGBTQ+ clients can explore identity, relationships, stress, life transitions, and the impact of discrimination or minority stress. Therapy is tailored to your individual experiences and goals—not assumptions about who you are.
9 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
Columbia is home to the University of Missouri, the flagship state university, as well as several other colleges, giving it a pronounced college-town character and a mental health landscape significantly shaped by the needs of a large and diverse student population navigating academic pressure, identity, and the transition to adulthood. The MU School of Health Professions and Missouri Psychiatric Center contribute to the city's mental health professional resources, and a well-developed private therapy sector serves both the university community and permanent residents. The city has a generally progressive and intellectually engaged culture with a positive attitude toward therapy, and LGBTQ+ affirmative care is more accessible here than in many other parts of Missouri. Common therapy concerns include student mental health, academic and identity stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and the particular experiences of a university community navigating complex social terrain in a politically divided state.
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Columbia, MO Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Columbia, MO average 15 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Multicultural Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 82% | LGBTQ+ |
| 65% | Women |
| 53% | Men |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 32% | Hispanic / Latino |