Therapists in Waynesville, MO
Browse therapists in Waynesville, Missouri. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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
Online in Waynesville, MO
Sara Deese
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MCAP, LMHC-QS
***WAITLIST FOR NEW CLIENTS***
Hi, I’m Sara, a licensed mental health therapist. I understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be overwhelming and seeking support is a brave and positive step towards both healing and personal growth.
15 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, MO
Melanie Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, LCMHC, Coach
Therapy with me is collaborative, practical, and refreshingly human. I bring extensive experience in relationships, sexuality, trauma, and neurodivergence, along with a genuine curiosity about what makes each person tick. You won’t find judgment, canned advice, or a one-size-fits-all approach here. Instead, we’ll make sense of the patterns that keep showing up, explore what’s underneath them, and find strategies that actually fit your life. If you’re looking for a therapist who can handle complicated conversations, appreciate nuance, and help you create meaningful change while still being a real person in the room, we may be a great fit.
10 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, MO (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of Northern Virginia
Psychologist, PhD
Expert cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for over 25 years.
26 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, MO (Online Only)
Christina Song
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT-S
I believe therapy works best when it feels human, collaborative, and deeply respectful of your lived experience. I offer online therapy grounded in trauma-informed, systemic, and strengths-based care, with a strong commitment to affirming queer, polyamorous, and non-traditional relationship structures.
My approach centers safety, curiosity, and consent—both in the therapeutic relationship and in the pace of our work. I work with individuals and relationships navigating trauma, identity exploration, relational stress, and the impacts of burnout or chronic overwhelm. I also have a particular appreciation for working with helpers and clinicians, especially those carrying the weight of caring for others while trying to care for themselves.
In our work together, I aim to create a space where you don’t have to perform, explain, or justify who you are. Therapy with me is about building insight, strengthening resilience, and reconnecting with parts of yourself that may have been shaped by survival but are ready for something more sustainable and compassionate.
10 Years Experience
Online in Waynesville, MO
Waynesville, MO therapists Statistics
Therapists in Waynesville, MO average 16 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (84%), Depression (68%), and Stress (54%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 84% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 68% | Depression |
| 54% | Stress |
| 52% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 46% | Self Esteem |
| 42% | Social Anxiety |
| 42% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 37% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Men |
| 23% | Military / Veterans |
| 21% | Christian |