Family Therapy in Iowa
LaJuana Walker-McGill
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50301 (Online Only)
These include: depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, grief & loss, family conflicts, work-related issues, interpersonal communication, etc.
Are you looking for ways to improve your quality of life? I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that is dedicated to helping others create positive outcomes for their lives. Through 24 years of experience in private practice, I have demonstrated my dedication to the empowerment of individuals and couples. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment that promotes positive outcomes for the clients that I serve. Virtual therapy appointments available for Iowa clients. Do you have Aetna, Cigna, or Optum (Optum EAP) insurance? Please click my website link to request a consultation.
These include: depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, grief & loss, family conflicts, work-related issues, interpersonal communication, etc.
Are you looking for ways to improve your quality of life? I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that is dedicated to helping others create positive outcomes for their lives. Through 24 years of experience in private practice, I have demonstrated my dedication to the empowerment of individuals and couples. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment that promotes positive outcomes for the clients that I serve. Virtual therapy appointments available for Iowa clients. Do you have Aetna, Cigna, or Optum (Optum EAP) insurance? Please click my website link to request a consultation.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with 30 + years of experience. I specialize in working with adolescents (ages 15-18) and adults and couples/marriage. Life is too short to allow loss of connection with intimate partners, let anxiety manage you instead of you manage anxiety, or let depression or trauma interfere with your life.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with 30 + years of experience. I specialize in working with adolescents (ages 15-18) and adults and couples/marriage. Life is too short to allow loss of connection with intimate partners, let anxiety manage you instead of you manage anxiety, or let depression or trauma interfere with your life.
To get started today and learn more about my practice, click the link on the left to visit my website! Let's work together to help your family find their light again!.
I am a child and family therapist with over 12 years of experience. I work with both children, and, adults who are parents. My specialties include teens, parent coaching, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ youth. I have been successful at treating a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ODD, behavioral problems, stress management difficulties, and more. Overall, my goal is to ensure that you feel safe and supported right from the start by creating a space that is inclusive, non-judgmental and fun for both children and parents.
To get started today and learn more about my practice, click the link on the left to visit my website! Let's work together to help your family find their light again!.
I am a child and family therapist with over 12 years of experience. I work with both children, and, adults who are parents. My specialties include teens, parent coaching, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ youth. I have been successful at treating a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ODD, behavioral problems, stress management difficulties, and more. Overall, my goal is to ensure that you feel safe and supported right from the start by creating a space that is inclusive, non-judgmental and fun for both children and parents.
I am trained in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Informed, and Person-Centered.
Hello, my name is Dr. Jill Sudak-Allison. I have been a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist for over 30 years. I have worked in outpatient medical clinics, private practice, and university settings. My therapeutic style is supportive, holistic and transparent. It is my goal to offer a safe, empathetic, caring, non-judgmental, and open environment for you to explore issues that cause you distress. My passion is to help you find your way back to being yourself, resolving your problems, experiencing peace of mind and joy in your life again.
I am trained in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Informed, and Person-Centered.
Hello, my name is Dr. Jill Sudak-Allison. I have been a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist for over 30 years. I have worked in outpatient medical clinics, private practice, and university settings. My therapeutic style is supportive, holistic and transparent. It is my goal to offer a safe, empathetic, caring, non-judgmental, and open environment for you to explore issues that cause you distress. My passion is to help you find your way back to being yourself, resolving your problems, experiencing peace of mind and joy in your life again.
I have been doing therapy for more years than I care to say and the wisdom of age and experience to go with it! I usually can get new clients in within 1-2 weeks and have late afternoon, evening and weekend appointments available. I see individuals, adults, couples and families. I specialize in helping those with depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, relationship issues, job and career issues, trauma, sexual abuse, and stress. Look forward to hearing from you!
I have been doing therapy for more years than I care to say and the wisdom of age and experience to go with it! I usually can get new clients in within 1-2 weeks and have late afternoon, evening and weekend appointments available. I see individuals, adults, couples and families. I specialize in helping those with depression, anxiety, ADHD, family conflict, relationship issues, job and career issues, trauma, sexual abuse, and stress. Look forward to hearing from you!
In my career I have worked with people dealing with addiction, grief, divorce/marital issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, legal problems, family and relationship issues.
Limited availability for New Clients. Call/email for free consultation. I specialize in working with people with anxiety, addiction, depression and marital concerns. I have extensive training and certification in addiction counseling and offer SAP/DOT evaluations.
In my career I have worked with people dealing with addiction, grief, divorce/marital issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, legal problems, family and relationship issues.
Limited availability for New Clients. Call/email for free consultation. I specialize in working with people with anxiety, addiction, depression and marital concerns. I have extensive training and certification in addiction counseling and offer SAP/DOT evaluations.
Krystyna Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Currently accepting individual clients! My name is Krystyna Thompson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as a clinician trained in EMDR. I work with couples, individuals, and families on a variety of emotional and relational issues. As a therapist, it is important to me that I partner with my clients to create an individualized plan that fits best to encourage recovery. Each person is different and I hope to help you overcome the obstacles that have stopped you from feeling happy, fulfilled, and joyous in your life. You have taken the first step in achieving these goals, so congratulations!
Currently accepting individual clients! My name is Krystyna Thompson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as a clinician trained in EMDR. I work with couples, individuals, and families on a variety of emotional and relational issues. As a therapist, it is important to me that I partner with my clients to create an individualized plan that fits best to encourage recovery. Each person is different and I hope to help you overcome the obstacles that have stopped you from feeling happy, fulfilled, and joyous in your life. You have taken the first step in achieving these goals, so congratulations!
Rachel Huntington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
As a marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective and empathetic care to individuals and couples, ages 18 and up, who may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals dealing with a broad range of personal and relational issues. I focus on strengthening client's relationships and bonds with themselves and the people in their lives and strive to support open communication and understanding.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective and empathetic care to individuals and couples, ages 18 and up, who may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals dealing with a broad range of personal and relational issues. I focus on strengthening client's relationships and bonds with themselves and the people in their lives and strive to support open communication and understanding.
I am an Iowa, California & Arizona licensed marriage and family therapist (IA 126195, CA 86294, AZ 15639). I am native Iowan relocated to the West Coast with nearly two decades of experience helping those who are grieving and more than a decade practicing as a therapist. I specialize in working with couples & individuals navigating life-altering medical conditions; women overwhelmed in the face of work, family & personal pressure; and couples struggling to create or restore fulfilling connection.
I am an Iowa, California & Arizona licensed marriage and family therapist (IA 126195, CA 86294, AZ 15639). I am native Iowan relocated to the West Coast with nearly two decades of experience helping those who are grieving and more than a decade practicing as a therapist. I specialize in working with couples & individuals navigating life-altering medical conditions; women overwhelmed in the face of work, family & personal pressure; and couples struggling to create or restore fulfilling connection.
Lisa Parks Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Winterset, IA 50273 (Online Only)
I'm so happy that you are ready to make positive changes and I appreciate the opportunity to explain how I can help. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working with both individuals and couples, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, and grief. I specialize in relationships, life transitions, self-esteem, and goal setting and achievement. I believe that each client is unique and I pride myself on personalizing my approach based on my clients' values and beliefs, offering a safe, comfortable environment where they feel heard, accepted, and supported.
I'm so happy that you are ready to make positive changes and I appreciate the opportunity to explain how I can help. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working with both individuals and couples, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, and grief. I specialize in relationships, life transitions, self-esteem, and goal setting and achievement. I believe that each client is unique and I pride myself on personalizing my approach based on my clients' values and beliefs, offering a safe, comfortable environment where they feel heard, accepted, and supported.
Cyndi Peters
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Iowa City, IA 52245 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Northern Illinois. I've been in practice since 2006. I specialize in treating adult individuals and couples who struggle with Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Difficult Life Transitions, and Relationship Distress. I did my pre-licensed practicum work with survivors of childhood sexual abuse. As such, I am able to sit with difficult childhood memories in a way that helps you make sense of the patterns and maladaptive behaviors you may be experiencing in adulthood. I enjoy working with women who struggle with issues related to difficult change, aging and self-esteem.
Welcome! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Northern Illinois. I've been in practice since 2006. I specialize in treating adult individuals and couples who struggle with Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Difficult Life Transitions, and Relationship Distress. I did my pre-licensed practicum work with survivors of childhood sexual abuse. As such, I am able to sit with difficult childhood memories in a way that helps you make sense of the patterns and maladaptive behaviors you may be experiencing in adulthood. I enjoy working with women who struggle with issues related to difficult change, aging and self-esteem.
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Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50301
As a relationship therapist, I work with couples and individuals on a variety of situations and challenges including: Strengthening and repairing relationships, Affair Recovery, Life Transitions, Pre-Marital Counseling, Couples Counseling for One, Blended family/remarriage/step-parenting, Cancer diagnosis, Anxiety, Depression, Traumatic experiences.
You may be in a difficult place right now, struggling in a relationship with your partner or another family member, or wrestling with personal challenges. You are taking a step forward by finding a therapist who can help you navigate through it. I create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where, together, we can explore your challenges and hopes and collaborate to work through them. My style is warm, compassionate, curious and direct. I am invested in your healing. Ofrezco mis services en español.
As a relationship therapist, I work with couples and individuals on a variety of situations and challenges including: Strengthening and repairing relationships, Affair Recovery, Life Transitions, Pre-Marital Counseling, Couples Counseling for One, Blended family/remarriage/step-parenting, Cancer diagnosis, Anxiety, Depression, Traumatic experiences.
You may be in a difficult place right now, struggling in a relationship with your partner or another family member, or wrestling with personal challenges. You are taking a step forward by finding a therapist who can help you navigate through it. I create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where, together, we can explore your challenges and hopes and collaborate to work through them. My style is warm, compassionate, curious and direct. I am invested in your healing. Ofrezco mis services en español.
If the services I offer and the values I hold seem like a good fit for you and/or your family, please give me a call and let's "Do What Matters"!.
As a Clinical Psychologist and the Chief Clinical Officer of Central Iowa Family Institute my goal is to help you and your whole family find peace, connection, and joy in your daily life. I’ve been practicing in Iowa since 1996 and have worked with children, teenagers, families, and adults from all walks of life who are living with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. I love my work and experience so much joy helping people of all ages and from all walks of life discover the root of their challenges and create the path to purpose and meaning in their daily lives.
If the services I offer and the values I hold seem like a good fit for you and/or your family, please give me a call and let's "Do What Matters"!.
As a Clinical Psychologist and the Chief Clinical Officer of Central Iowa Family Institute my goal is to help you and your whole family find peace, connection, and joy in your daily life. I’ve been practicing in Iowa since 1996 and have worked with children, teenagers, families, and adults from all walks of life who are living with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. I love my work and experience so much joy helping people of all ages and from all walks of life discover the root of their challenges and create the path to purpose and meaning in their daily lives.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults. I also provides family and marriage counseling. My practice approach consists of cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, positive psychology as well as others. I recently completed my certification in mental health and integrative medicine and believes that a holistic approach is beneficial to help manage life’s challenges.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults. I also provides family and marriage counseling. My practice approach consists of cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, positive psychology as well as others. I recently completed my certification in mental health and integrative medicine and believes that a holistic approach is beneficial to help manage life’s challenges.
I have experience with individual and family therapy, and offer both in person and telehealth options.
Right now, there are a lot of stressors that seem to be piling up for, well, everyone, and that can take it's toll on your mental health. Sometimes this means needing a little help sorting through the day-to-day stressors, and sometimes this might mean building coping strategies, exploring the "why" behind why you are feeling depressed, anxious, or otherwise just not yourself. Or maybe it isn't just you-maybe you're looking for help with family therapy or help for a child. No matter the case, if you are ready to start mental health services, I can help.
I have experience with individual and family therapy, and offer both in person and telehealth options.
Right now, there are a lot of stressors that seem to be piling up for, well, everyone, and that can take it's toll on your mental health. Sometimes this means needing a little help sorting through the day-to-day stressors, and sometimes this might mean building coping strategies, exploring the "why" behind why you are feeling depressed, anxious, or otherwise just not yourself. Or maybe it isn't just you-maybe you're looking for help with family therapy or help for a child. No matter the case, if you are ready to start mental health services, I can help.
Dr. Beth Augspurger
Counselor, PhD, tLMHC, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50265 (Online Only)
I’m a mother of two young children and appreciate and understand the celebrations and pressures that come with work and family life.
Are you feeling stuck, unbalanced, or challenged by situations and relationships in your life? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, or feeling overwhelmed? My passion is to help others improve their lives. My approach is holistic with the use of evidence-based techniques to help clients heal, focus on the present, and plan for their future. I am flexible and able to quickly adjust based on the diverse needs of clients. I enjoy working with adults, couples, and families. I also find joy working with children and adolescents.
I’m a mother of two young children and appreciate and understand the celebrations and pressures that come with work and family life.
Are you feeling stuck, unbalanced, or challenged by situations and relationships in your life? Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, or feeling overwhelmed? My passion is to help others improve their lives. My approach is holistic with the use of evidence-based techniques to help clients heal, focus on the present, and plan for their future. I am flexible and able to quickly adjust based on the diverse needs of clients. I enjoy working with adults, couples, and families. I also find joy working with children and adolescents.
Navigating the complexities of daily life can often feel overwhelming, particularly when faced with unprocessed trauma, behavioral challenges in children, or a lack of support in relationships. In my practice, I strive to create a calm and supportive environment for women, children, couples, and families, fostering growth and resilience through person-centered therapy. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, attachment, women’s issues, relationships, Adverse Childhood Experiences, family dynamics, and building resilience.
Navigating the complexities of daily life can often feel overwhelming, particularly when faced with unprocessed trauma, behavioral challenges in children, or a lack of support in relationships. In my practice, I strive to create a calm and supportive environment for women, children, couples, and families, fostering growth and resilience through person-centered therapy. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, attachment, women’s issues, relationships, Adverse Childhood Experiences, family dynamics, and building resilience.
I draw from my own life experiences and experience that comes from years in helping profession to support you overcome stress, anxiety, depression and a variety of life crisis, career & relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss and struggles with injustice systems related trauma.
I fully believe that everyone is capable of making positive change and being their best self if given the opportunity and individualized support they need. Remember too, taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process - as I create an empowering environment and helping you build that capacity you long for to overcome the challenges you are facing. My motivation to help you with this comes from my inherent passion to see you succeed in your growth and achievement of your goals.
I draw from my own life experiences and experience that comes from years in helping profession to support you overcome stress, anxiety, depression and a variety of life crisis, career & relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss and struggles with injustice systems related trauma.
I fully believe that everyone is capable of making positive change and being their best self if given the opportunity and individualized support they need. Remember too, taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process - as I create an empowering environment and helping you build that capacity you long for to overcome the challenges you are facing. My motivation to help you with this comes from my inherent passion to see you succeed in your growth and achievement of your goals.
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 across the lifespan, with specialized training in the treatment of adolescent anxiety. I work from a strengths-based perspective that celebrates your independent value and skills.
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 across the lifespan, with specialized training in the treatment of adolescent anxiety. I work from a strengths-based perspective that celebrates your independent value and skills.
Deborah L Pfeiffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
West Des Moines, IA 50265
I provide individual, family and couples therapy.
Therapy is a journey wherein you discover the solutions and/or answers which bring you here. I will support and help you in the discovery of them. I have over twenty five years of experience serving children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. I have worked in inpatient and partial hospital settings as a therapist and clinical director in Des Moines, Omaha Nebraska and Glenwood, Iowa. I have worked in residential care as a clinician and program coordinator for the treatment of children, adolescents and their families in Des Moines. I have spent the past eighteen years in private practice.
I provide individual, family and couples therapy.
Therapy is a journey wherein you discover the solutions and/or answers which bring you here. I will support and help you in the discovery of them. I have over twenty five years of experience serving children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. I have worked in inpatient and partial hospital settings as a therapist and clinical director in Des Moines, Omaha Nebraska and Glenwood, Iowa. I have worked in residential care as a clinician and program coordinator for the treatment of children, adolescents and their families in Des Moines. I have spent the past eighteen years in private practice.
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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.