Family Therapy in Bettendorf, IA

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Lauren Ashley Isaacson
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Hello and welcome to my therapy practice. I love what I do, and I am glad you are here. We all experience periods of turmoil or difficulties and sometimes our inner experiences are too difficult to sort out and understand alone. Are you and your child living the life you want to be living? Do they feel stuck, struggle with anxiety, depression, identity, family relationships, or grief? I have significant experience working with children, through teens, with specialized training in the treatment of adolescent anxiety and Child Centered Play Therapy. I work from a strengths-based perspective that celebrates your independent value.
Hello and welcome to my therapy practice. I love what I do, and I am glad you are here. We all experience periods of turmoil or difficulties and sometimes our inner experiences are too difficult to sort out and understand alone. Are you and your child living the life you want to be living? Do they feel stuck, struggle with anxiety, depression, identity, family relationships, or grief? I have significant experience working with children, through teens, with specialized training in the treatment of adolescent anxiety and Child Centered Play Therapy. I work from a strengths-based perspective that celebrates your independent value.
(563) 748-5778 View (563) 748-5778
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Laurel VanKlaveren
PsyD, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Children and teens are some of the most wonderful, but vulnerable, people in our world. Georgia Rae offers play therapy, behavioral programs, family support, and other research-based therapies to help our younger population heal and thrive. For adults, depression, anxiety, mild to moderate OCD, PTSD and trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, self-discovery and empowerment are discussed and treated.
Children and teens are some of the most wonderful, but vulnerable, people in our world. Georgia Rae offers play therapy, behavioral programs, family support, and other research-based therapies to help our younger population heal and thrive. For adults, depression, anxiety, mild to moderate OCD, PTSD and trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, self-discovery and empowerment are discussed and treated.
(563) 522-5465 View (563) 522-5465
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Penny Kain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Waitlist for new clients
I bring nearly 20 years of experience to my individual, couple, and family therapy practice. Utilizing a systemic, holistic approach, I treat a variety of life challenges: trauma/PTSD, abuse/neglect, divorce adjustment/co-parenting, depression, anxiety, health/weight management, and phase of life difficulties. I provide a safe, supportive environment, which allows clients to discover their own healing potential.
I bring nearly 20 years of experience to my individual, couple, and family therapy practice. Utilizing a systemic, holistic approach, I treat a variety of life challenges: trauma/PTSD, abuse/neglect, divorce adjustment/co-parenting, depression, anxiety, health/weight management, and phase of life difficulties. I provide a safe, supportive environment, which allows clients to discover their own healing potential.
(563) 362-9753 View (563) 362-9753
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Jessica Filiatreau
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722
I bring over 10 years of experience providing individual, couple, and family therapy. Utilizing a systemic approach, I treat a variety of challenges faced because of trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+, and life stressors/adjustments. I strive to provide a safe, supportive environment, which helps clients heal and grow through what they have gone through. I practice a variety of intervention styles (EMDR, talk therapy, mindfulness, life coaching, anger management), It is important for me to offer a person centered approach and meet the needs of each client so that their goals are met.
I bring over 10 years of experience providing individual, couple, and family therapy. Utilizing a systemic approach, I treat a variety of challenges faced because of trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+, and life stressors/adjustments. I strive to provide a safe, supportive environment, which helps clients heal and grow through what they have gone through. I practice a variety of intervention styles (EMDR, talk therapy, mindfulness, life coaching, anger management), It is important for me to offer a person centered approach and meet the needs of each client so that their goals are met.
(563) 228-8731 View (563) 228-8731
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Robert W. Donohoo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSEd, NCC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722
In 2012, I completed an 18 month residency in marriage and family therapy and became licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
As as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I can give you tools to improve communication with your partner and ask for what you need, educate you on the type of interactions that can cause damage during times of conflict, coach you on how you can make meaningful and positive connections with your partner, and most importantly, how to become friends again! I also work to help families facilitate safe I communication so each member's needs can be expressed and heard. In addition to marriage counseling, my practice also serves individuals who are wanting to learn more effective ways to manage stress, anxiety, and depression.
In 2012, I completed an 18 month residency in marriage and family therapy and became licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
As as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I can give you tools to improve communication with your partner and ask for what you need, educate you on the type of interactions that can cause damage during times of conflict, coach you on how you can make meaningful and positive connections with your partner, and most importantly, how to become friends again! I also work to help families facilitate safe I communication so each member's needs can be expressed and heard. In addition to marriage counseling, my practice also serves individuals who are wanting to learn more effective ways to manage stress, anxiety, and depression.
(563) 500-2345 View (563) 500-2345
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Catherine Bass
Master Social Worker, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722
I believe every child and family has the right, and the ability, to succeed; and I am passionate about working as a partner with the families I serve to help them achieve their goals.
Hi, there! I'm so glad you're here. My name is Catherine Bass, and I am the founder and owner of Playful Minds Therapeutic Services. I am a child therapist who is dedicated to providing compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to children and their families, using the language of children (PLAY!). ​
I believe every child and family has the right, and the ability, to succeed; and I am passionate about working as a partner with the families I serve to help them achieve their goals.
Hi, there! I'm so glad you're here. My name is Catherine Bass, and I am the founder and owner of Playful Minds Therapeutic Services. I am a child therapist who is dedicated to providing compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to children and their families, using the language of children (PLAY!). ​
(563) 279-4682 View (563) 279-4682
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Alexandra Skinner Walsh
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
My emotions make me feel out of control. I just want to live authentically & be accepted as me, but self-doubt & fear get in my way. My family/spouse is unhealthy at best & abusive at worst. I've lived so much of my life trying to be enough for everyone else that I lost myself in the process. I'm not even sure of who I am anymore. I thought they loved me, but then how could they treat me this way? My relationship feels like a constant rollercoaster. One minute things are great & then it's terrible. Worse, I have no clue how we even got there. It feels like madness. No contact? Limited contact? I just don't know what to do!
My emotions make me feel out of control. I just want to live authentically & be accepted as me, but self-doubt & fear get in my way. My family/spouse is unhealthy at best & abusive at worst. I've lived so much of my life trying to be enough for everyone else that I lost myself in the process. I'm not even sure of who I am anymore. I thought they loved me, but then how could they treat me this way? My relationship feels like a constant rollercoaster. One minute things are great & then it's terrible. Worse, I have no clue how we even got there. It feels like madness. No contact? Limited contact? I just don't know what to do!
(563) 723-0119 View (563) 723-0119
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Shannon Gier
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722  (Online Only)
I provide family, couples, and individual therapy.
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 provide family, couples, and individual therapy.
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.
(708) 986-3458 View (708) 986-3458
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Simone Collins
Counselor, MS Ed, tLMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I am so glad you are here. If you are reading this, that means you have made a huge step in seeking out someone to talk to, whether it is for yourself, your child, or a friend or family member. As a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, it is my job, and my purpose, to listen to your story and assist you with developing the skills required to create and live the life you desire and deserve. I want to help celebrate your successes, help you realize the strengths you already possess, provide a safe space for you to process life’s challenges, and empower you to be the best version of yourself.
Hello! I am so glad you are here. If you are reading this, that means you have made a huge step in seeking out someone to talk to, whether it is for yourself, your child, or a friend or family member. As a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, it is my job, and my purpose, to listen to your story and assist you with developing the skills required to create and live the life you desire and deserve. I want to help celebrate your successes, help you realize the strengths you already possess, provide a safe space for you to process life’s challenges, and empower you to be the best version of yourself.
(563) 223-8437 View (563) 223-8437
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Arthea J Larson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
I work from a cognitive behavioral, systems and social learning family therapy perspective.
I have 30 years experience as a licensed clinician and believe all behavior is communication. Whether it’s a child having meltdowns at school, an angry teenager, or an adult with anxiety – each contains a message that therapy can help decipher. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they currently have but sometimes that isn’t enough. By collaborating with you, the client, we will look at the bigger picture of things that may be influencing your challenges and make adjustments/learn new tools so that more effective strategies can shine through.
I work from a cognitive behavioral, systems and social learning family therapy perspective.
I have 30 years experience as a licensed clinician and believe all behavior is communication. Whether it’s a child having meltdowns at school, an angry teenager, or an adult with anxiety – each contains a message that therapy can help decipher. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they currently have but sometimes that isn’t enough. By collaborating with you, the client, we will look at the bigger picture of things that may be influencing your challenges and make adjustments/learn new tools so that more effective strategies can shine through.
(563) 594-5558 View (563) 594-5558
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Melissa Michelle Estes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with a specialization in marriage and family therapy.
Hello! I've been a therapist for 28 years and have had many opportunities to witness courage and resiliency. Along with their struggles and concerns, clients bring many strengths including creativity, humor, kindness, forgiveness and compassion. Being a therapist has brought meaning and fulfillment to my life. I can't imagine doing anything else. I'm most experienced and interested in working with couples working to improve their relationships at any stage of life and with individuals concerned with anxiety, life transitions, or depression.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with a specialization in marriage and family therapy.
Hello! I've been a therapist for 28 years and have had many opportunities to witness courage and resiliency. Along with their struggles and concerns, clients bring many strengths including creativity, humor, kindness, forgiveness and compassion. Being a therapist has brought meaning and fulfillment to my life. I can't imagine doing anything else. I'm most experienced and interested in working with couples working to improve their relationships at any stage of life and with individuals concerned with anxiety, life transitions, or depression.
(563) 794-4735 View (563) 794-4735
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Morgan Ketner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, MSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
As someone who is passionate about helping children realize their full potential, working in the mental health industry has been incredibly rewarding. My name is Morgan Ketner, and at FundaMENTAL, I strongly believe in providing a holistic approach to mental health that involves not just the individual, but also their family. As a mother myself, I understand the importance of creating an environment where children can feel safe and supported, and that's something I strive to do every day in my work.
As someone who is passionate about helping children realize their full potential, working in the mental health industry has been incredibly rewarding. My name is Morgan Ketner, and at FundaMENTAL, I strongly believe in providing a holistic approach to mental health that involves not just the individual, but also their family. As a mother myself, I understand the importance of creating an environment where children can feel safe and supported, and that's something I strive to do every day in my work.
(563) 893-8094 View (563) 893-8094
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Kiely Suhr
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I use cognitive behavioral, family systems, Adlerian, and play therapy interventions to address mental and environmental barriers to change.
I am ready to help individual adults, couples, and children (ages five & up) improve their mental health! My skills lie in helping clients improve communication skills and increase healthy coping to manage anxiety, depression, historical trauma, substance abuse, and personality issues. I view the therapeutic relationship as essential to facilitate this change; whether this is your first time seeking counseling services or you've been through a number of providers trying to find your 'fit,' I will work hard to help you feel comfortable and safe as you progress in therapy using transparency, humor, and reflective feedback.
I use cognitive behavioral, family systems, Adlerian, and play therapy interventions to address mental and environmental barriers to change.
I am ready to help individual adults, couples, and children (ages five & up) improve their mental health! My skills lie in helping clients improve communication skills and increase healthy coping to manage anxiety, depression, historical trauma, substance abuse, and personality issues. I view the therapeutic relationship as essential to facilitate this change; whether this is your first time seeking counseling services or you've been through a number of providers trying to find your 'fit,' I will work hard to help you feel comfortable and safe as you progress in therapy using transparency, humor, and reflective feedback.
(563) 204-4355 View (563) 204-4355
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Michael Anthony Cox
Counselor, LMHC , LCPC
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Which technique may be used is tailored to each individual (or couple or family) experience to best fit personal preference and need.
I have been helping others realize their mental health goals for over 22 years. I utilize a client-centered approach because I believe therapy should focus on each individual client's wants and needs, which vary from person to person. I often use humor in therapy, because I believe laughter is one of the greatest things you can share in this life. I have excellent experience with young children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I have helped people with anger, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance abuse, relationship and life changes, impulse control, and many other topics.
Which technique may be used is tailored to each individual (or couple or family) experience to best fit personal preference and need.
I have been helping others realize their mental health goals for over 22 years. I utilize a client-centered approach because I believe therapy should focus on each individual client's wants and needs, which vary from person to person. I often use humor in therapy, because I believe laughter is one of the greatest things you can share in this life. I have excellent experience with young children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I have helped people with anger, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, substance abuse, relationship and life changes, impulse control, and many other topics.
(563) 235-2891 View (563) 235-2891
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Kim Feeney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Is your child struggling to cope with strong emotions? Is this causing stress for your family? Is your child or family, coping with trauma and other social, emotional, and behavioral issues? Counseling can help your child become emotionally expressive. Your child will build confidence and self-esteem though a strengths-based play therapy approach. Your child will receive empathy and compassion during sessions, but may also be challenged. I work with clients experiencing traumatic events (abuse/neglect, car accident), depression and anxiety, grief and loss, ADHD, school difficulties/bullying, life transitions (moving, divorce).
Is your child struggling to cope with strong emotions? Is this causing stress for your family? Is your child or family, coping with trauma and other social, emotional, and behavioral issues? Counseling can help your child become emotionally expressive. Your child will build confidence and self-esteem though a strengths-based play therapy approach. Your child will receive empathy and compassion during sessions, but may also be challenged. I work with clients experiencing traumatic events (abuse/neglect, car accident), depression and anxiety, grief and loss, ADHD, school difficulties/bullying, life transitions (moving, divorce).
(563) 214-0140 View (563) 214-0140
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Patrick J Cunningham
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
If it’s been on your mind to call a therapist, now is the time to contact me. Don’t suffer. Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, personal concerns, or family problems, let’s work together to find solutions.
If it’s been on your mind to call a therapist, now is the time to contact me. Don’t suffer. Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, personal concerns, or family problems, let’s work together to find solutions.
(309) 204-8969 View (309) 204-8969
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Kari Lee Stearns-Lamb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW, LSOTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
My priority is you, and what you need to feel successful in your life. I believe in the holistic approach. This allows you to heal by taking all of your life experiences into consideration during the treatment process. Beginning therapy can be scary, and you may find yourself unsure, but you do not have to be. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I strongly believe in nonjudgmental therapy, and a trusting relationship. It is a true privilege to work with each of my clients, and I honor the relationships and the trust placed with me.
My priority is you, and what you need to feel successful in your life. I believe in the holistic approach. This allows you to heal by taking all of your life experiences into consideration during the treatment process. Beginning therapy can be scary, and you may find yourself unsure, but you do not have to be. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I strongly believe in nonjudgmental therapy, and a trusting relationship. It is a true privilege to work with each of my clients, and I honor the relationships and the trust placed with me.
(563) 922-6275 View (563) 922-6275
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Alyssa R Matz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
I work best with clients who are self-motivated for change and/or help. I am willing to work with any person on any issues, as long as they are willing to do the work. I believe that each person has an abundance of strengths and assets that will help us get to their individualized goal.
I work best with clients who are self-motivated for change and/or help. I am willing to work with any person on any issues, as long as they are willing to do the work. I believe that each person has an abundance of strengths and assets that will help us get to their individualized goal.
(563) 666-6961 View (563) 666-6961
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Brianne N Hanson
Counselor, MA, tLMHC
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722
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.
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.
(563) 770-2679 View (563) 770-2679
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Margy Hendershott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
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.
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.
(563) 293-5518 View (563) 293-5518
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.