Parenting therapists in Columbia, MO
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Jessica Oliver, Aspire Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Our therapists can help parents process strong emotions related to parenting struggles. Through counseling you will be able to fully accept and cope with your own emotions and develop a plan for parenting your children that is consistent with your values.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Columbia, MO 65201
Online in Columbia, MO
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Alan Brandis, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Gifted kids have special needs. Here are some of the things that Talented and Gifted children have told us they need help with. They need to:
“...get my teachers to listen to me about being bored.”
“...not get so stressed out about every thing.”
“...find out how to get out of doing busy-work.”
“...know what to do when I get teased for being smart.”
“...convince my mom that I don’t always have to get A+ .”
“...know how to get out of work I miss because of T & G class.”
“...deal with frustration when I already know the subject.”
“...know what to tell my parents when I bomb a test.”
“...know how to get along better with kids who aren’t T & G.”
“...quit acting dumb to get other kids to like me.”
“...not feel embarrassed when kids say, ‘What’s Target Class?’”
“...know how to get along like a regular person.”
“...know what to say when I make a mistake.”
36 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
Parenting
Kelsey Ellis
Psychologist, Ph.D., LCP
Parenting can bring deep meaning alongside ongoing pressure to be patient, present, and emotionally available at all times. Many women find themselves navigating exhaustion, self-doubt, or the tension between caring for their children and maintaining their own identity. In our work together, we focus on understanding how your own experiences shape your parenting responses, strengthening your internal footing, and developing ways to show up that feel grounded and sustainable for both you and your family.
2 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO (Online Only)
Parenting
Dawning of a New Day Counseling & Coaching
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LSCSW, LCSW, CCP, CCTP, SAP
Parenting does not come with a road map; but I have raised two children who are now married and have children; and I've learned a thing or two. Let me help you institute parental parameters that will help your family be more in sync and more enjoyable.
27 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO
Parenting
Rachael Keyser, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Parenting can be rewarding but also challenging at times. I support parents in navigating the ups and downs of raising children, from behavioral concerns to communication struggles. Through a combination of practical tools and emotional support, I help parents build strong, positive relationships with their children and foster healthier family dynamics.
4 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.
Parenting therapists in Columbia, MO Statistics
Parenting therapists in Columbia, MO average 19 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Family Systems Therapy (48%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (41%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 74% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 66% |
In Person and Online |
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| 34% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Teen |
| 61% | Senior |
| 34% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Christian |