Vince Spears | MA, CIT
Individual Counseling & Therapy and Online Counseling & Therapy
Columbia, MO
My name is Vince Spears. I’m a Clinical Therapist with The Counseling
Hub in Columbia, Missouri.
I might be a good fit if you…
are struggling with anxiety or depression and want to know how to establish coping methods to help;
feeling alone or frustrated that life is not heading your desired path;
feeling guilt or shame about setting boundaries with loved ones;
having racing thoughts about what people think about you and wish they could stop;
want to gain confidence in vulnerability with life decisions and transitions;
having trouble with past experiences that are affecting you from moving forward in life;
questioning whether you are good enough and want to figure out how to feel worthy about yourself;
grew up in a household that strived for perfectionism and felt like a failure, and you let people down;
having difficulty managing stress and wanting to learn how to manage stressful situations;
difficulty expressing your feelings to others because you fear judgement.
pronouns: he/him
These are common reasons people come into counseling. These are the reasons people seek help.
More often than not, folks still feel some sort of shame in reaching out. One of the reasons Tara founded The Counseling Hub was to diminish that sense of shame, to normalize the fact that all people struggle in some way during their lives, and to empower people to grow and heal in their own unique way.
The Counseling Hub is all about connecting, healing, and growing.
As a clinician, my goal is to create a secure and accepting space for you to share your emotions, experiences and values. I am passionate about guiding you towards the individual you aspire to be, and progress requires both patience and vulnerability. I am committed to actively listening and offering insightful advice to help you achieve your goals.
Five Fun Facts About Vince
I love being outdoors.
I love being outside, whether enjoying a long run, hiking, walking, or playing sports. Outdoors gives me freedom and time to reflect on current situations. Also, it is a significant stress relief and makes me extremely happy.
I am a former college athlete.
I was a former college football player at Missouri Valley College. Being a former college athlete inspired me to become a counselor because mental health impacts sports in many ways. Also, I am a big NFL and college football fan.
Music is everything.
I love listening to hip-hop, EDM, Dance, or any music that makes me want to dance. I pick great songs even though others might not think so. I like to feel like a DJ in my spare time. I make playlists of different songs all the time. Music motivates, inspires, and puts me in a great mood.
I enjoy watching movies and TV.
I enjoyed watching WWE, UFC, or any type of sports. I will rewatch movies and t.v series to get another point of view of the story's plot. I am a big fan of Game of Thrones, House of Dragons, and Black Mirror. Entertainment allows me to relax and be aware of what is happening in the event.
I have an extensive collection of houseplants.
I love taking care of house plants and have over 30 plants. Plants have helped me increase my creativity and put me in a great mood when they're growing. One day I wish to build a garden and greenhouse. My favorite plants are Pothos and Monstera.
Vince’s Education and Training
Vince earned his Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University in 2024.
Using a combination of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapy, he helps clients explore past experiences that impact their present moment and current experience with life. Vince’s areas of expertise include working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem issues, PTSD, and grief.