Therapists in 52803

It can be difficult reaching out for help, but I am ready to walk alongside you on your journey to hope and healing! I strive to create a casual and comfortable environment where my clients are in control of their sessions. We’ll work together to create a flexible treatment plan that is the perfect fit for you, and all sessions are provided in a safe, nonjudgmental setting.

My therapeutic practice centers on a holistic, pleasure-positive, and trauma-informed approach, validating and humanizing all experiences. I strive to respect and incorporate each client’s values, background, identity, and diversity, fostering personal growth and empowerment.

Hello! We are so glad you are here. At Bettendorf Counseling Center, we have a diverse group of mental health professionals ready to assist you in your mental health journey. We understand that reaching out for assistance is not always the easiest thing to do and look forward to being a part of the journey to the best version of you.

Life is a journey and there are many obstacles to overcome. My goal is to help clients who are struggling with day to day issues and things they have pushed way down deep inside. I like to work with adult clients (over the age of 23) and I feel I do really good work with the bumps and bruises in life that cause anxiety, depression, grief, and many other feelings that people don't like to feel or talk about. I also work with substance abuse clients that are trying to find better coping skills than the substance they abuse. I believe everyone has the right to find and feel some happiness and joy in their lives!

I take an active, collaborative, holistic approach to therapy which aims to highlight and enhance your own strengths, supports, insight and self awareness. I work primarily with anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, grief/loss, and I treat substance use and behavioral or process addictions through a Harm Reduction approach. I enjoy working with clients experiencing spiritual or creative blocks, family or relationship issues, and life transitions. I am specialized in work with clients who wish to work on recovering from traumatic experiences using EMDR or Prolonged Exposure therapy.

Have you had an experience that has led to negative thoughts, difficulty sleeping, or feelings of depression and anxiety? Do you feel stuck? Facing these emotions can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. There is hope to feel better and a path back to your true self. There are types of therapy that have been proven effective in decreasing the symptoms of trauma, PTSD, and negative experiences. Brene Brown says, "Owning our story and loving ourselves through it is the bravest thing we can do." I can help you own your story, unravel it, and heal.

My purpose and passion as a therapist exists in helping my clients face their issues head-on and reassuring them that they're not alone in their fight. I strive to build strong and trusting relationships with my clients because I firmly believe that a collaborative relationship between client and therapist is most effective. It’s important to me to show up for my clients and to be present for them because they have taken that tough first step towards finding healing, and to me, it is an honor to come alongside them on their journey.

***I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME*** My name is Erica, and in my practice I provide a calm and accepting environment that allows people to feel safe in exploring and finding solutions to the problems they face in their everyday lives. I listen to your story, and together we create goals and objectives for you to develop greater insight into your feelings and concerns. We can work together to identify, grow, build and apply new skills for you to achieve a better relationship with yourself and your loved ones.

Accepting new clients! No matter what you're facing right now, I believe you're capable of growth and healing. Getting started is the hardest part and you've already done that. We will work together to create a set of goals that can take you from where you are now, to where you want to be. I'll be there along the way to provide coping skills, support and new ways of thinking about problems. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, big transitions and other concerns. I work with adults of all ages and I'm especially passionate about supporting women's health.

Whether it is a single event or a life time of struggles, our thoughts and emotions can become so overwhelming that every day tasks are difficult to complete. For some, it is hard to reach out for help but once you have taken the first step which is acknowledging you need help and you cannot do it alone, the journey of emotional healing begins. It is learning to confront life's adversities rather than allowing them to define you. It is a journey of self-discovery, self-awareness, and learning to trust intuition while building inner strength to embrace and love who you are. As your therapist, I will walk that journey with you.

Immediate Openings for New Clients - My goal as your therapist is to allow you a space to feel heard and validated in your experiences. I enjoy working with individuals 15+ years old and have experience working with social anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, depression, life adjustments, and more.

I work with adults who have experienced childhood trauma/abuse/neglect, those exposed to domestic violence or sexual assault, and individuals experiencing PTSD. Trauma, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem can cause difficulties in your relationships and make you feel stuck in your life. I help people who may be carrying the weight of their past, feel their life is out of balance, or who are not living up to their full potential. If you'd like to relate better to those around you, learn new ways of coping, change negative behaviors, and improve your overall wellness I can help. I offer morning and weekend appointments.

Telehealth openings immediately available - My goal as your therapist is to allow you a space to feel heard and validated in your experiences. Attempting to cope with a mental health concern is often a lonely and exhausting process. Additionally, pursuing counseling can often be a difficult decision to make, but one that I believe is worthwhile. I enjoy working with individuals ages 10+, and have experience working with social anxiety, sports performance anxiety, depression, life adjustments, and more.

When you walk into a new environment for the first time are your hands sweating, heart racing, mind spiraling? You may feel that you will never be able to work towards the peace you want in your life. You may be suffering from depression that makes it hard to get out of bed in the morning. There might be relationships in your life that are so confusing and frustrating you are not sure how to move forward. Let me tell you there is reason for hope.

Clients that come to me for issues regarding their dissatisfaction with their progress on overcoming their challenges in life. Life issues range from traumatic experiences, LGBTQ issues, addictions & substance use disorders, spiritual problems, career problems, chronic illness, child & parenting issues as well as family imbalances. They want change and they want it with someone who can connect with them in real ways that help them know they are cared for, can be confident, and can overcome the challenges that confront them.

If you are reading these words, it is likely that you, or someone you care about, is grieving. You may be looking for help. You may not know what to do. Losing someone you love, or something very important or precious to you, may be the most difficult thing you will ever experience. The pain of the loss can feel unbearable, and sometimes grief gets complicated.