As you dwell on the difficult situations you’ve faced, you begin to think that nothing good can happen. If you have a moment of hope, it’s soon followed by anxiety that things will go wrong again. You feel sad and sorry for yourself as you try unsuccessfully to live well.

Construction is one of the main industries supporting Columbia’s economy. When your building is set on a shaky foundation, it won’t hold up the structure of your life. You can’t solve the problems of today without constructing a better framework. Talk to a counselor to build a better life.

Psychologist Joseph De Vico providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Joseph De Vico

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment

Hello, my name is Joseph De Vico. Let’s talk. We’ll work together until that unsolvable problem is history, until that overwhelming pain is bearable, until the dream future that seems a million miles away is right in front of you. You’ve always been strong, resourceful, and intuitive. I’m just going to help clear away the junk you’re trapped beneath so you can actually feel that way: false beliefs that make life seem harder than it really is; stories about yourself that are so outdated, they have nothing to do with who you are now; distractions that keep you from deciding what is most meaningful to you; power imbalances that take away good things that are rightfully yours. This stuff has to go. What will you feel when you feel better? Peaceful? Hopeful? Whole? Decisive? Free? Seen, validated, grounded, elevated, invigorated, triumphant? Just plain better? When do we start?

Psychologist Laura Spera providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Laura Spera

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
14 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Life is a challenge for most of us and finding help and support to find more ease and happiness is important. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Laura Perez providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Laura Perez

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefSelf esteemDepression
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Esmeralda Chavez providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Esmeralda Chavez

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Metra Jaberi providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Metra Jaberi

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Alexandria Hagler providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Alexandria Hagler

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Dr. Wendy Chan providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Dr. Wendy Chan

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Symone Berry providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Symone Berry

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am a licensed therapist in California with nine years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. While I’m newer to therapy, my background in school counseling and crisis intervention has equipped me to help clients navigate stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, depression, and life transitions. I believe you are the expert of your story and have the strengths to overcome challenges. Seeking change takes courage, and I am here to support and empower you on that journey. As a Black woman, I am passionate about making therapy accessible for people of color (POC), creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and comfortable being themselves. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, using solution-focused and motivational interviewing techniques to meet each client where they are. For children, I incorporate play therapy to help them express emotions and develop essential life skills. With adolescents and young adults, I focus on stress management, confidence-building, emotional resilience, and navigating relationships. I also work closely with parents and caregivers, offering practical strategies to support their child’s emotional well-being. Whether helping a child gain confidence, guiding a young adult through life’s challenges, or supporting families through transitions, my goal is to foster resilience and empowerment. If you’re looking for a warm, down-to-earth therapist to help you or your child navigate life’s ups and downs, I’d love to connect. Let’s work together toward growth, healing, and self-empowerment.

Psychologist Nina Kaplan Hansson providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Nina Kaplan Hansson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression
13 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, sleeping disorders, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Leah Faurbo providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Leah Faurbo

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Columbia?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Columbia that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Columbia available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Columbia therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Columbia therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Columbia region and in the state of California.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Columbia can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Columbia may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Columbia offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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