what products do you offer?

Individual Therapy, EMDR, DBT, TF-CBT

what is your business address?

302 Campusview Dr Ste 201, Columbia, MO 65201, US

what payments do you accept?

Cash, credit card, health savings account - We are "out of network" with insurance providers but can provide a superbill you can use to try to get reimbursed for part of your expense.

What do you know about my business?

Aspire Counseling offers individual counseling for preteens, teenagers & adults through retirement. Our therapists specialize in trauma therapy, anxiety treatment, Dialectical Behavior Therapy & grief counseling. We are LGBTQ+ affirming and work with clients of diverse gender, sexual orientation, culture, race & life experiences.

Do you accept reservations/appointments?

All counseling & therapy sessions are by appointment only.

How many employees work with your company?

We currently have 7 therapists at Aspire Counseling

What is Unique about your business?

We focus on providing high quality evidence based mental health services, because we believe you deserve counseling services that work so you can live life in a way that feels authentic to who you are as an individual.

What holidays are you opened for?

Each therapist decides their own hours and decides which days they will work. Therefore, while some therapists may see clients some holidays others may choose not to.

What insurance do you accept?

We are out of network for all health insurance plans but can provide a superbill upon request.

Are you taking new patients?

Yes! We have limited openings with some therapists right now. Please call our client care team at 573-328-2288 to find out if we have an opening with a therapist who might be a match for you.

Do you see patients on weekends?

We have very limited openings on weekends.

Is there a unisex restroom?

Unfortunately, there are only "male" and "female" bathrooms in our building. That said, we support you using whichever restroom you are most comfortable using.

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Do you have any Deal/Coupons/Offers available?

We offer a very limited number of sliding scale appointment slots.

Do you have a wheelchair accessible restroom?

Our restroom is considered wheelchair accessible but does not have a push button to make opening the door easier.

Is your establishment kid-friendly?

While our business was originally designed to see kids 10 and older we now see a limited number of younger children, particularly if the main concern is anxiety or trauma.

Is your business pet friendly?

Generally no. However, clients have brought their pets in rare situations when it's relevant to the work being done in counseling sessions. We do have a dog that visits the office about once a week and of course welcome all service animals.

Do you offer free wi-fi?

We do not currently offer wi-fi for visitors.

Individual Mental Health Therapy Services

Aspire Counseling therapists specialize in helping adults from college students to working professionals to senior adults in retirement through the state of Missouri live life to the fullest.

Begin Counseling

As a Columbia, Missouri counseling center, Aspire Counseling values the relationship between the therapist and client. We have mental health counselors who can help you with many different mental health concerns. When you call our office, Aspire Counseling staff will take time to ask about what you are looking for in a therapist and go the extra mile to match you with just the right person who has a compatible personality as well as the knowledge and training to provide you with high-quality counseling.

What Happens in Counseling Sessions?

When you begin individual or family counseling, your therapist will take the first few sessions to get to know you as an individual and learn about what you are hoping to get from therapy. The counselor will then use effective counseling techniques based on research and training to will help you achieve your treatment goals. We realize that no two people are the same and your therapist will tailor therapy to meet your unique needs. Whether you are struggling to heal from trauma, depression, or any other issue, our therapists will help you recognize underlying problems, fully realize your strengths and adjust certain behaviors and thoughts to see things in a different, healthier way. Healing is possible and through our holistic mental health services, you can get unstuck and find a path forward in your life consistent with your personal values and goals.

Aspire Counseling Specialties

Aspire Counseling specializes in treating individuals and families from all over the Mid Missouri area. We help individuals and families who are ready to experience healing related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, or extreme stress. We offer mental health counseling services for teenagers, college students & adults all the way through retirement. Some of our specialty areas include: Traumatic Stress & PTSD Help for Sexual Assault & Rape Survivors Counseling for Grief & Loss Counseling for Fear, Anxiety & Stress Mindfulness for Mental Health LGBTQ+ Affirming Counseling Dialectical Behavior Therapy Counseling for Depression Counseling for College Students

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“Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.”

-Shannon L. Adler

Begin Psychotherapy in Missouri

You’re tired of living with the anxiety. Whether you’re able to come see us in person in our Columbia, MO counseling office of you’ll be meeting with our therapists online from somewhere in Missouri, we’re here to help. We do everything we can to make the process of starting counseling as easy as possible. Here’s how to get started:

1.

Reach out to Aspire Counseling

First, you’ll speak to a member of our Client Care team who will ask you a few question about who you are looking for and take the time to match you with a therapist we think will be a great fit.

2.

Meet with a Therapist

Because we know how important it is to find someone you feel comfortable with, all of our therapists offer a free 30 minute consultation where you can ask as many questions as you’d like.

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Begin Your Road to Healing

You & your therapist will come up with a plan forward based on your needs, you’re therapist’s experience and the counseling method’s they’re been trained in. Together, you’ll walk this journey so you can start feeling better.