Columbia native Dean Young wrote the poem “Elegy on a Toy Piano,” a Pulitzer Prize finalist. If the poetry of life seems devoid of rhyme or reason, you can’t enjoy its verse. Your thoughts are senseless and disturbing. Your sadness and worry lead to hopelessness and self-pity.

Creating a better life seems like a lost cause. In fact, you can’t get through your current situations without making more problems for yourself. You don’t know how to order your thoughts or squelch your intense emotions. Talk to a counselor in the Columbia area to write a better life’s poem.

Psychologist Lauren Strunk providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Lauren Strunk

Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
16 years offering treatment

Hello,   I am a Licensed Mental Health Counseling who has been helping young adults and teens for over 10 years.  I have worked in a variety of settings including private elementary school, public middle school and high school, as well as universities and community mental health agencies.  My experiences have provided me with a unique set of skills to be creative in my counseling approach.  I am a huge advocate of holistic wellness and therefore will work with each of my clients to assess how they are taking care of themselves and their environment in which they live, work, and play. I have a foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and often use those techniques when working with clients.   I like to meet clients where they are at to ensure that I understand their goals for therapy and work with them to achieve them for lifelong happiness.

Psychologist Meredith Seltzer providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Meredith Seltzer

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting 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. 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. My aim is to assist my clients clarify and achieve their goals through listening, exploring, and conversation. I am dedicated to providing high quality counseling within a safe, caring, and nonjudgemental environment.

Psychologist Cheryl Nelson providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Cheryl Nelson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepression
10 years offering treatment

I am a board certified, Licensed Professional Counselor ((LPC), in the state of Pennsylvania. My background is in Community Mental Health. I have worked with adults, adolescents and children for more than 10 years in school, home and outpatient settings, both in person and virtually. I have experience working with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, relationship issues and trauma. My therapeutic approaches are primarily Client Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a Client Centered Therapist, I utilize active listening, compassion, empathy and non-judgement to meet my clients where they are, help them identify their challenges, and develop a plan to help them achieve their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapists help clients explore the connection between their thoughts, feeling and actions. I generally check messages here a few times per day and respond as quickly as I can. My goal is to respond within 24 hours. I do appreciate your patience when it takes a bit longer at times as I may be tending to other clients, or professional or personal responsibilities. I thank you for entrusting me with the privilege of helping you to achieve your goals.

Psychologist Philip Morrison providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Philip Morrison

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

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 24 years of professional work experience. I am motivated to help understand where you are struggling and begin to identify the issues that are keeping you there and what will help to move you forward. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Lauren Krall providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Lauren Krall

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem
17 years offering treatment

Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a licensed counselor in Pennsylvania (LPC) with 17 years of professional work experience. I received my Masters degree from Edinboro University of PA in 2008 and became licensed in 2011. I have experience in helping clients with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, and attachment style issues. I am skilled in a variety of treatment interventions and most often utilize person centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. It is my goal to provide a safe and effective environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I view the therapy process as a “team effort” and I look forward to beginning your journey with you!

Psychologist Cynthia Klinko providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Cynthia Klinko

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyDepression
16 years offering treatment

I am licensed in New York and Pennsylvania with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse & depression. 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. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Brad Cherry providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Brad Cherry

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepression
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Pennsylvania, Texas and New Mexico with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, 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 Peggy Nadenichek providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Peggy Nadenichek

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression
45 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 45 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & 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. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Lia Bigelow providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Lia Bigelow

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsLGBTAnger managementCoping with life changesCoaching
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida and Pennsylvania with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, anger management, coping with life changes and executive coaching. 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 Richard King providing different types of therapy in Columbia

Richard King

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
22 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, depression, & coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe experience for everyone to share and explore solutions to their issues. I am open to spending time in prayer if requested and encourage you to take the steps you need to that enables you to get back on track in your daily life.

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Types of therapists 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), 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 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 Pennsylvania.

How a therapist can 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. 

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