Short answer
Columbia County has 17 qualified supervisors in the directory file dated September 19, 2026. Lake City leads the city table with 13. Search near your ZIP, then verify the current license and qualification before starting supervision.
Written by Gabriel Benaim, LMHC · Last reviewed October 1, 2026
These figures come from the same cleaned Florida Department of Health licensure file used by the statewide finder. They do not indicate an opening unless a listing is marked as updated by its supervisor. City labels can differ from the county field; confirm the actual meeting address.
Where are Columbia County supervisors listed?
The leading city labels in the directory (up to five) are shown below. Clear spelling variants are combined in this table; individual supervisor listings retain the source labels.
| City | Supervisors listed |
|---|---|
| Lake City | 13 |
| Fort White | 2 |
| Gainesville | 1 |
| Jasper | 1 |
The county’s 17 listings include 13 people holding an LMHC, 2 holding an LCSW, and 2 holding an LMFT. A supervisor with more than one license appears in each matching credential count; the county total counts that person once.
Graduate programs in and near Columbia County
In nearby Gainesville, UF offers mental health and marriage and family counseling tracks. For a regional social work option, UNF in Jacksonville offers an MSW. Check current campus and field placements from Columbia.
Planning in-person supervision in Columbia County
Lake City accounts for most Columbia listings, with a smaller group in Fort White. Confirm the actual office because a few records show cities outside the county. Florida Rule 64B4-2.002 generally calls for an in-person first meeting and at least half of required supervision in person. Read the current rule and discuss any exception with the supervisor before relying on remote meetings.
Search tips for Columbia County ZIP codes
Search Lake City first, then Fort White. Compare Alachua or Duval County only after checking the regular in-person travel requirement.
Related guides and county pages
Read How to find and vet a supervisor, Florida supervision costs, and the 2026 supervision rule changes. Browse other regional county pages: Alachua County and Duval County.
Directory file dated September 19, 2026; guide reviewed October 1, 2026. Confirm licensing and supervision requirements directly with the Florida Board.
Qualified supervisors listed in Columbia County
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17 listings from the directory file dated 2026-09-19. Availability is unknown unless marked as updated by the supervisor. Verify current qualifications with the Florida Department of Health before starting supervision.
- Lizette Lopez LMFT · LMFT 2816
Fort White · Supervises MHC / MFT interns - Stephanie Watson LMHC · LMHC 13021
Fort White · Supervises MHC / MFT interns - Rachel Parker LMHC · LMHC 14761
Gainesville · Supervises MHC interns - Lanitra Sapp LMHC · LMHC 17347
Jasper · Supervises MHC / MFT interns - Aliyatta Weston LMHC · LMHC 19017
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - Amber Granger Baughman LMHC · LMHC 12715
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - Anna Strayer LCSW · LCSW 1115
Lake City · Supervises MHC / CSW interns - Heather Kunnemann-Lee LCSW · LCSW 4710
Lake City · Supervises MHC / CSW interns - Heather Vann LMFT · LMFT 2668
Lake City · Supervises MHC / MFT interns - Janet Boggs Kuykendall LMHC · LMHC 11653
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - Kimberly Stratton LMHC · LMHC 14210
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - Marian Smith LMHC · LMHC 5151
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - Michael Yeager LMHC · LMHC 11765
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - Natalie Moore LMHC · LMHC 16267
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - Siobhon Leuschner LMHC · LMHC 18609
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - Stephanie Paschall LMHC · LMHC 9866
Lake City · Supervises MHC interns - William Oigarden LMHC · LMHC 9506
Lake City · Supervises MHC / MFT interns
Frequently asked questions
How many qualified supervisors are listed in Columbia County?
The September 19, 2026 directory file lists 17. This counts listings, not confirmed openings.
Which Columbia County city has the most listings?
Lake City leads the city table with 13 listings. Search by ZIP and confirm the actual meeting address.
Why are there fewer than five city rows for Columbia?
The source file has four distinct city labels for Columbia records: Lake City, Fort White, Gainesville, and Jasper.
How do I check availability in Columbia County?
A directory entry alone does not show current availability. Look for an “Updated by supervisor” label, then contact the supervisor to confirm openings, format, and fees.