Therapists in Jefferson City, MO

Lifesong for Growth and Wellness, LLC
Counselor, PsyD, LPC, LCSW, RD, LD
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Lifesong for Growth and Wellness offers uplifting and fresh approaches to help you improve thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships. Therapists walk alongside couples, individuals and families to empower those experiencing life transitions, symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, performance and relationship issues. Lifesong is an award winning practice with multiple seasoned therapists.
Lifesong for Growth and Wellness offers uplifting and fresh approaches to help you improve thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships. Therapists walk alongside couples, individuals and families to empower those experiencing life transitions, symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, performance and relationship issues. Lifesong is an award winning practice with multiple seasoned therapists.

Caroline Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LPHA
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (Online Only)
In my practice I understand that clients bring painful experiences and emotions into therapy, and that those experiences create challenges that look different for each person. My goal is to act as a guide and support as clients become empowered through the therapeutic journey. I work with clients in a collaborative, compassionate, strengths-based manner. Through my education and life experience, I use various skills that allow me to flexibly work with clients. One of my greatest tools that I bring to therapy is that I have experienced treatment and recovery, personally. I know that recovery is possible and would like to help you.
In my practice I understand that clients bring painful experiences and emotions into therapy, and that those experiences create challenges that look different for each person. My goal is to act as a guide and support as clients become empowered through the therapeutic journey. I work with clients in a collaborative, compassionate, strengths-based manner. Through my education and life experience, I use various skills that allow me to flexibly work with clients. One of my greatest tools that I bring to therapy is that I have experienced treatment and recovery, personally. I know that recovery is possible and would like to help you.

Bill Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (Online Only)
We all go through difficult times at different parts of our life. It can help to have someone to talk to. I have particular experience with adults in midlife crisis, couples counseling, and adolescents experiencing, school problems, behavior problems, parent/child conflict, and trauma. I have experience with individual therapy, parent/child conflict, divorce, alternative relationships and LGBTQIA issues. I specialize in trauma treatment for all age groups. CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEMEDICINE SESSIONS VIA ZOOM OR SKYPE.
We all go through difficult times at different parts of our life. It can help to have someone to talk to. I have particular experience with adults in midlife crisis, couples counseling, and adolescents experiencing, school problems, behavior problems, parent/child conflict, and trauma. I have experience with individual therapy, parent/child conflict, divorce, alternative relationships and LGBTQIA issues. I specialize in trauma treatment for all age groups. CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEMEDICINE SESSIONS VIA ZOOM OR SKYPE.

Right Road Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, MAC, MCBQS
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Telling a stranger your secrets will not be easy in the beginning. Connecting with your counselor can create a relationship that can benefit you for a lifetime. Right Road Counselors have the unique humanistic approach that can benefit individuals from different backgrounds.
Telling a stranger your secrets will not be easy in the beginning. Connecting with your counselor can create a relationship that can benefit you for a lifetime. Right Road Counselors have the unique humanistic approach that can benefit individuals from different backgrounds.

Stacy L Stegeman-Conley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SHRM-CP, PHR
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Talking to a therapist is hard; all of those emotions are difficult, being strong all the time for those around you is exhausting. I get it, and I want to make it easier for you. I use interactive techniques that do not leave you sitting on the couch, staring and not knowing what to say. You came looking at this site for a reason; I believe the reason is that you have suffered long enough and are ready to make a change. Change is scary; you are not alone, I'll be there with you as you take steps to make the change, give me a call.
Talking to a therapist is hard; all of those emotions are difficult, being strong all the time for those around you is exhausting. I get it, and I want to make it easier for you. I use interactive techniques that do not leave you sitting on the couch, staring and not knowing what to say. You came looking at this site for a reason; I believe the reason is that you have suffered long enough and are ready to make a change. Change is scary; you are not alone, I'll be there with you as you take steps to make the change, give me a call.

Timothy Blanton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Not accepting new clients
In a nut shell, I care about people and have a desire to help others on their quest for healing, wholeness, and reaching their full potential. Life can be hard and sometimes we need a helping hand to navigate the murky waters, and that's okay. Respect for others and empathy in their circumstances is paramount in this profession and I keep that in mind in all situations.
In a nut shell, I care about people and have a desire to help others on their quest for healing, wholeness, and reaching their full potential. Life can be hard and sometimes we need a helping hand to navigate the murky waters, and that's okay. Respect for others and empathy in their circumstances is paramount in this profession and I keep that in mind in all situations.

Nanci Nikodym
Licensed Professional Counselor, PLPC, MEd
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Do you ever feel like you've lost yourself in your relationship? That you don't even know your partner anymore? Or that you're lonely, but you shouldn't be because your life looks 'right' on the outside? You are in the right place. I work best with people who want help in re-finding themselves, loving themselves, and want to work through any experiences that have caused or continue to cause stress, harm, anxiety, or depression for themselves or within their relationship. I love working with clients that want to become better communicators through building, growing, and repairing relationships (with oneself or with your partner).
Do you ever feel like you've lost yourself in your relationship? That you don't even know your partner anymore? Or that you're lonely, but you shouldn't be because your life looks 'right' on the outside? You are in the right place. I work best with people who want help in re-finding themselves, loving themselves, and want to work through any experiences that have caused or continue to cause stress, harm, anxiety, or depression for themselves or within their relationship. I love working with clients that want to become better communicators through building, growing, and repairing relationships (with oneself or with your partner).

Kate Kolb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults find healing and personal growth. As someone who entered my first counseling session in 2012, I understand the anxiety and fear of putting yourself out there to begin working with a therapist on issues that are personal and unique to you. I strive to help all of my clients feel safe, comfortable, and always offer a judgement free zone. That being said, I may not always say what you want to hear. I may offer a gentle push or assist you in recognizing some behavioral patterns that are holding you back. We all have them! I'm excited to walk next to you on your journey for growth!
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults find healing and personal growth. As someone who entered my first counseling session in 2012, I understand the anxiety and fear of putting yourself out there to begin working with a therapist on issues that are personal and unique to you. I strive to help all of my clients feel safe, comfortable, and always offer a judgement free zone. That being said, I may not always say what you want to hear. I may offer a gentle push or assist you in recognizing some behavioral patterns that are holding you back. We all have them! I'm excited to walk next to you on your journey for growth!

Kathy Brandt-Kessler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN, BSN
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Not accepting new clients
No matter the hurdles that life throws your way you can create a full, vibrant, and gratifying future. As a past oncology nurse, HIV/AIDS researcher, and hospice social worker, I am in a unique position to assist you in overcoming challenging health concerns, chronic pain, grief, or loss issues. As a past nurse and behaviorist at a medically-supervised weight loss program, I can help you combat emotional eating, binge eating disorder, and behaviors that sabotage your health and weight loss goals. I work with families under stress, and couples struggling with intimacy, infidelity, infertility, and communication issues.
No matter the hurdles that life throws your way you can create a full, vibrant, and gratifying future. As a past oncology nurse, HIV/AIDS researcher, and hospice social worker, I am in a unique position to assist you in overcoming challenging health concerns, chronic pain, grief, or loss issues. As a past nurse and behaviorist at a medically-supervised weight loss program, I can help you combat emotional eating, binge eating disorder, and behaviors that sabotage your health and weight loss goals. I work with families under stress, and couples struggling with intimacy, infidelity, infertility, and communication issues.

Miranda L Backes
Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Does the stress of everyday life feel like "too much?" Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, excessive worrying, panic attacks, or shame? Do these issues pour over into other areas in your life such as your marriage or work? If any of these things sound like something you experience, then you've likely found the right therapist! Its time you found the strength to surrender these feelings and begin to feel empowered to make brave changes.
Does the stress of everyday life feel like "too much?" Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, excessive worrying, panic attacks, or shame? Do these issues pour over into other areas in your life such as your marriage or work? If any of these things sound like something you experience, then you've likely found the right therapist! Its time you found the strength to surrender these feelings and begin to feel empowered to make brave changes.

Dala Hemeyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (Online Only)
On the outside, you look calm and put together but inside you’re struggling. You’re constantly thinking: “I can’t do this anymore”. What started as occasional unhappiness and overwhelm, now lingers day after day. Your emotional and mental reserves have dried up. And nothing feels satisfying or has any real meaning. Something has to change. But where do you even begin? Let's chat from the luxury of your own home, office, or other location of your choice via teletherapy. You'll walk away from therapy with clarity, feeling calmer and more connected to yourself, and better able to manage life.
On the outside, you look calm and put together but inside you’re struggling. You’re constantly thinking: “I can’t do this anymore”. What started as occasional unhappiness and overwhelm, now lingers day after day. Your emotional and mental reserves have dried up. And nothing feels satisfying or has any real meaning. Something has to change. But where do you even begin? Let's chat from the luxury of your own home, office, or other location of your choice via teletherapy. You'll walk away from therapy with clarity, feeling calmer and more connected to yourself, and better able to manage life.
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Paula Johnson, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Hoping to be one step closer on a positive path to growth and well-being? As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you reach your true potential and lead the life YOU choose. I work to understand behavior patterns which may be holding you or your child back from a fulfilling life. When therapy is needed it is this week not weeks after you call. ONE appointment is available DAILY for emergency situations. If YOU need extra support working through challenges, or wish to move in a new life direction, I look forward to working with you and your family. Call or e-mail for an individual, couple, or family appointment today.
Hoping to be one step closer on a positive path to growth and well-being? As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you reach your true potential and lead the life YOU choose. I work to understand behavior patterns which may be holding you or your child back from a fulfilling life. When therapy is needed it is this week not weeks after you call. ONE appointment is available DAILY for emergency situations. If YOU need extra support working through challenges, or wish to move in a new life direction, I look forward to working with you and your family. Call or e-mail for an individual, couple, or family appointment today.

Blake Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65101 (Online Only)
Whether you’re battling with endless cycles of anxiety and/or depression, struggling with setting firm boundaries within the interpersonal relationships of your life, thinking your past is spoiling your now, or simply seeking meaning in the overall progression of your existence, I am confident that you and I can work toward a deeper understanding of what is not working and change it. Considering that you are the expert of your own life, my goal will be to collaborate with you to identify obstacles keeping you from living a life that you desire and help you create healthy solutions to these barriers.
Whether you’re battling with endless cycles of anxiety and/or depression, struggling with setting firm boundaries within the interpersonal relationships of your life, thinking your past is spoiling your now, or simply seeking meaning in the overall progression of your existence, I am confident that you and I can work toward a deeper understanding of what is not working and change it. Considering that you are the expert of your own life, my goal will be to collaborate with you to identify obstacles keeping you from living a life that you desire and help you create healthy solutions to these barriers.

St Barnabas Ministries
Licensed Professional Counselor, OP, PhD, LPC
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65101 (Online Only)
If you are a Christian but you struggle with anxiety, or depression, or family problems...you are not alone. Only grace can help us, but many of us find it hard to get in touch with that grace. St. Barn is a non-profit organization offering Christian and Catholic counseling and life coaching. We are warm, accepting, and non-judgmental; we think that the best way to teach happiness is to model the principles we cherish. Even if you don't believe in God, the happiest life is a Catholic/Christian life. We help anyone who longs for true happiness to find the way.
If you are a Christian but you struggle with anxiety, or depression, or family problems...you are not alone. Only grace can help us, but many of us find it hard to get in touch with that grace. St. Barn is a non-profit organization offering Christian and Catholic counseling and life coaching. We are warm, accepting, and non-judgmental; we think that the best way to teach happiness is to model the principles we cherish. Even if you don't believe in God, the happiest life is a Catholic/Christian life. We help anyone who longs for true happiness to find the way.

Jessica Twehous
Pre-Licensed Professional, M Ed, PLPC
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (Online Only)
What if you could wake up tomorrow and finally feel better? What if you were living the life you truly desired? Therapy allows us to find real solutions to our greatest challenges. Perhaps your relationship or marriage is in a rut, your anxiety has left you paralyzed and fearful, or your depression has kept you in bed for weeks. Whatever your struggle is, I am here to offer a warm, helping hand so that we can help you get back to living your life. I seek to provide a safe space to work through your complex and unique challenges to foster lasting transformation. You weren't meant to merely survive, but to thrive.
What if you could wake up tomorrow and finally feel better? What if you were living the life you truly desired? Therapy allows us to find real solutions to our greatest challenges. Perhaps your relationship or marriage is in a rut, your anxiety has left you paralyzed and fearful, or your depression has kept you in bed for weeks. Whatever your struggle is, I am here to offer a warm, helping hand so that we can help you get back to living your life. I seek to provide a safe space to work through your complex and unique challenges to foster lasting transformation. You weren't meant to merely survive, but to thrive.

Robert William Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson City, MO 65101
If you are feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, avoidant, unmotivated, distracted, or generally discontent with yourself, your social life, your job, your purpose, or a particular relationship or situation you have found yourself in, you might be suffering from anxiety, depression, or acute stress disorder. I can help. If you want to get better, do better, and feel better, a little effort will go a long way in reaching your specific goals, which together we can not only identify, but drill down to specifics, and find the path of least resistance.
If you are feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, avoidant, unmotivated, distracted, or generally discontent with yourself, your social life, your job, your purpose, or a particular relationship or situation you have found yourself in, you might be suffering from anxiety, depression, or acute stress disorder. I can help. If you want to get better, do better, and feel better, a little effort will go a long way in reaching your specific goals, which together we can not only identify, but drill down to specifics, and find the path of least resistance.

Patricia Alewel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Are you feeling stuck and confused about how to manage stress in your life? Do you have a problem(s)/decision(s) that you are not sure how to resolve? Sometimes the thought of seeking a therapist can be scary and intimidating. You may discover, it can ease the struggles that often appear in one's life. I have been a clinician for over 20 yrs with experience from a variety of settings, such as, private practice, in-patient and outpatient behavioral health. I am dedicated to making your journey easier. Whether you are faced with a daily stressor or have major concerns, I am here to support you to find comfort and solutions regarding your challenges.
Are you feeling stuck and confused about how to manage stress in your life? Do you have a problem(s)/decision(s) that you are not sure how to resolve? Sometimes the thought of seeking a therapist can be scary and intimidating. You may discover, it can ease the struggles that often appear in one's life. I have been a clinician for over 20 yrs with experience from a variety of settings, such as, private practice, in-patient and outpatient behavioral health. I am dedicated to making your journey easier. Whether you are faced with a daily stressor or have major concerns, I am here to support you to find comfort and solutions regarding your challenges.

Grace Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (Online Only)
Saying “I Do” feels like a life sentence? Relationships struggling to maintain connection, communication, trust, and unidirectional flow quickly begin to feel like a prison sentence. Escalated arguments, time management, career conflicts, financial strain, intimacy, and sexual issues slam the cell door closed isolating partners from their dreams, goals, and desires. Feeling stuck, stressed, and sad while caught in a never-ending cycle of negativity and blame causes a downward spiral of depression, anger, and frustration.
Saying “I Do” feels like a life sentence? Relationships struggling to maintain connection, communication, trust, and unidirectional flow quickly begin to feel like a prison sentence. Escalated arguments, time management, career conflicts, financial strain, intimacy, and sexual issues slam the cell door closed isolating partners from their dreams, goals, and desires. Feeling stuck, stressed, and sad while caught in a never-ending cycle of negativity and blame causes a downward spiral of depression, anger, and frustration.

LeAnna Fowlds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109 (Online Only)
Struggling with mental or behavioral issues, history of trauma, domestic violence, relationship issues, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts? Please know that I am a person who cares. I want to see you live your best life. I will work with you to seek healing and relief from the pain you are experiencing.
Struggling with mental or behavioral issues, history of trauma, domestic violence, relationship issues, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts? Please know that I am a person who cares. I want to see you live your best life. I will work with you to seek healing and relief from the pain you are experiencing.

Lighthouse of Hope & Healing, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC
Verified
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, or ODD? Have you experienced trauma in the past or currently experiencing trauma? Wherever you find yourself in life, I am here to listen and help you best learn and discover ways to heal from the past and discover a joy for today & the future.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, or ODD? Have you experienced trauma in the past or currently experiencing trauma? Wherever you find yourself in life, I am here to listen and help you best learn and discover ways to heal from the past and discover a joy for today & the future.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.