Therapists in 52803

I have worked with children and adolescents in the quad cities area for over 8 years. Throughout most of that time, I have helped families with conflict resolution, a decrease in negative behavior (truancy, substance use, running away, etc.) and have seen great results. I am actively working on my play therapy (RPT) license under supervision. With a very small number of male play therapists in this area, I believe I can help fill a large void by helping children who have been impacted negatively by trauma or other setbacks. I meet clients where they are at, no matter their age. Adults and children alike just want to be heard.

Okay, so all about me. I've had quite a range of experiences. In my past, I have worked in various industries including food, retail, production, labor, and computers before transitioning to mental health and helping others. Since then, I've gained experience in various environments, including providing services in in-home care, homeless outreach, harm reduction, and working with individuals in child welfare, community, and in-school mental health settings. While it wasn’t something I would have expected at my start, I've found a knack working with teens and young adults.

In 2016 I started working with parents with young children. Thus began a real passion of mine to support maternal and infant mental health outcomes. I thoroughly enjoy working with teenagers and parents of young children. In my sessions, I encourage and nourish a relaxing and lighthearted atmosphere that both welcomes all and encourages them to speak their truth. I’m a goofball a heart!

I help women transform feelings of overwhelm, sadness, anxiety, and suffering into deeper experiences of joy, peace, and presence. The most difficult periods of our lives are often the fertile soil for growth and transformation if we dare to face our challenges. I create a safe and confidential space for women to be brave, get vulnerable, dig deep, and connect to their own transformative power and healing.

An ideal client is one that understands that therapy is not just for affirming, but rather a challenging process to help correct negative thinking patterns and habits that cause distress in their lives. A client deserves support, care, and sometimes a person to just listen to, but therapy is not for individuals that want someone to be a "yes sir" or "yes ma'am" to everything they believe in. I firmly believe that those that seek therapy do so because something is not congruent in their life at this point, and need guidance to be able to see what is just outside of their vision. Blindly agreeing with someone does not achieve this.

I work with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder who are seeking additional skills to manage symptoms. I take an integrative approach primarily utilizing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). EMDR utilizes the brain’s natural problem solving mechanisms to work through anxiety, depression, and traumatic events. Prior to processing negative or traumatic experiences, we will work on emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills.

I take into account the whole person (mind/body/spirit) and provide a non-judgmental approach to therapy. Together we will focus on finding and resolving the factors that are at the root of your mental health symptoms. These symptoms are often natural responses/adaptations to stressful life circumstances and traumatic experiences. From this perspective, these psychological parts become imbalanced over time and can get stuck in the past. Once they are properly integrated in the here-and-now, we can begin to live a life that is true to our purpose and in alignment with our highest selves.

Thank you for taking the first step towards healing! I have current availability for clients who are struggling with life transitions, relationship difficulties, anxiety or stressful life experiences. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, and strength-based approach to help you feel safe and encouraged in your journey.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 13 years of experience as a therapist. I primarily work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes/transitions, grief, and self-esteem. I currently am accepting clients age 18 and older. I have experience working with individuals of all ages struggling with anxiety and love helping them to find tools to manage and overcome their anxiety. I enjoy working with young adults adapting to college life as well as working with moms adjusting to motherhood. I use many elements of different theoretical concepts and tailor them to your therapeutic needs.

I provide a safe, confidential, and accepting space where you can tell your story. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, phase of life and relationship issues, addiction and recovery, and trauma.

Being who you are takes time, courage, and growth, and I would be honored to be a part of that journey. I strive to provide a safe and comforting environment for you to learn who you are and for all that you are. I want to celebrate your growth, acknowledge your challenges, and sort through the messy parts of life we all go through. I work with individuals, families, and couples to manage everyday stressors, depression, anxiety and more, to help each person fulfill their potential. Through this process, I want to help you identify areas of change, teach coping strategies, and combat negative thoughts that often weigh us down.

I empower individuals and couples to overcome personal obstacles to improve their relationships using clinically tested and evidenced-based interventions. I focus on relationships first, including my relationship with my clients. I spend time getting to know the whole person while helping you make changes in all aspects of your life and environment.

Dealing with hopelessness, anxiety, and other stressors in daily life can be difficult and sometimes unmanageable. I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families on coping with and understanding these stressors, as well as managing and overcoming them. My goal is to establish trust and working relationships to educate on the impact in mental health; how to manage stressors, and identify preventative techniques to address those issues.

Is your child struggling with issues related to major life changes, trauma, grief, anxiety or other difficulties? Are you a parent trying to help your child navigate major life changes or difficulties? I’d love to help you and your child on this journey toward healing and self-discovery. Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I’m here to guide you and your child through any obstacles. My goal is to help your child understand themselves more deeply and better cope with change. My office is a welcoming and safe space created for clients to feel comfortable while working through any difficulty they may be facing.

You deserve to be happy, let me help! I support women with feelings of stress, overwhelm and sadness to achieve a sense of calm, self-confidence and wellness. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and other mood difficulties. I help with stress management, relationship problems, divorce adjustment, life transitions, parenting, boundary setting, self-esteem, and prenatal/postpartum adjustment. I offer a Christian perspective. With compassion and understanding, I work with you to help build on strengths, learn new coping skills, and attain the personal growth you are committed to accomplishing.

Clients consistently report that I create a calm and safe therapy space that is dynamic with an intuitive, 'down to earth' style balancing being kind and diplomatic, with being quite direct and clear with feedback and tools. I treat a variety of mental health conditions, and additionally offer support and guidance around a vast array of life issues. I am passionate about finding and tailoring what works for YOUR needs. I specialize in anxiety, trauma (including complicated grief), interpersonal issues, and mood disorders. Again, focusing in and utilizing the tools that serve you best.

I serve families, individuals, and couples facing challenges such as stress, anxiety, separation and divorce, relationship issues, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and stage-of life transition and guidance through the grieving process. I provide a safe, caring space for you to relax and feel supported and empowered while exploring your thoughts and concerns freely. I will be honest with you, helping you develop your abilities to handle life's challenges with compassion, guidance, and caring support. I gently guide individuals through the process of change by working with beliefs, emotions, body, and spirit.You do not have to walk alone.

I am continually amazed when people take the courageous step of hoping for change and asking for help with that change. I have been in the helping field for 36 years in various capacities. I have experiences that are rich and varied. I am able to draw upon those experiences to assist those adults, adolescents or couples who are ready to take the plunge! Are you ready to dive in together?

I enjoy helping my clients learn new things about themselves and giving them the tools they need to improve their lives in a healthy way. No matter where you are on your road to healing, I am ready to work with you to find the skills you need to thrive. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and together, we’ll build a customized care plan that will help you achieve your personal goals. My office is a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable opening up and sharing your thoughts with me.