Psychiatrist in Columbia, Missouri M Felton, Psychiatrist

Dr. Allison Felton, MD helps teens, adults, and older adults across Missouri achieve greater stability and well-being through personalized psychiatric care at LifeStance Health. She combines medication management with therapeutic support to treat conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders, creating individualized treatment plans that address both emotional and physical health. Her approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in helping patients feel understood while working toward meaningful, lasting improvement.

Dr. Felton is especially passionate about supporting individuals who have been recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital. She understands the importance of continuity of care during this critical transition and focuses on helping patients stabilize symptoms, rebuild routines, and reduce the risk of relapse. With a steady and supportive approach, she partners closely with patients to ensure they feel safe, supported, and equipped as they move forward in recovery.

Her clinical work integrates evidence-based strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and medication management, while offering additional approaches tailored to each patient’s needs. Dr. Felton has experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with autism spectrum disorders, first responders, and military veterans, and she is skilled in addressing complex mental health concerns across the lifespan.

She treats teens and adults, including older adults, and frequently works with individuals navigating ADHD, PTSD, and anxiety-related conditions, while also offering care for a wide range of additional mental health concerns. Her goal is to help patients build resilience, improve daily functioning, and enhance overall quality of life.

Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Felton enjoys spending time with her family and animals, gardening, baking, and staying active through sports. She also enjoys reading, watching baking shows and comedies, and prioritizing both physical and mental wellness in her daily life.