Christian Therapists in Ames, IA
Vine Christian Counseling Services, PLLC is a Christ-centered therapy office serving those needing support with mental health-related issues, substance abuse, or adjustment of life.
Do you feel frustrated, anxious, sad, confused, hopeless, or hurt? Do you need something different? Are you ready for change? I work with adolescents ages 12+ and adults that are dealing with a variety of issues that could include depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addictions, life changes, grief or something else. I work with individuals, couples, families, or groups. Whatever your needs, there IS hope. To go directly to our Appointment Request form, visit our website at www.vineccs.com and click the Request Appointment button at the top. You can also call or text 515-420-0520.
Vine Christian Counseling Services, PLLC is a Christ-centered therapy office serving those needing support with mental health-related issues, substance abuse, or adjustment of life.
Do you feel frustrated, anxious, sad, confused, hopeless, or hurt? Do you need something different? Are you ready for change? I work with adolescents ages 12+ and adults that are dealing with a variety of issues that could include depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addictions, life changes, grief or something else. I work with individuals, couples, families, or groups. Whatever your needs, there IS hope. To go directly to our Appointment Request form, visit our website at www.vineccs.com and click the Request Appointment button at the top. You can also call or text 515-420-0520.
Renew Christian Counseling offers client centered, strengths based counseling that values authenticity and genuine relationship building.
Are you struggling with balancing your life and you feel like something is missing? I can provide you with genuine support, compassion and direction toward more joy in your life. Renew Counseling helps work through life transitions, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, addictions, grief/loss, spirituality and body positivity. As a counselor and a Christian mom, I enjoy working with women and families to improve communication and relationship strategies, along with improving connection with your kids. Reach out today and renew your mind, body and spirit.
Renew Christian Counseling offers client centered, strengths based counseling that values authenticity and genuine relationship building.
Are you struggling with balancing your life and you feel like something is missing? I can provide you with genuine support, compassion and direction toward more joy in your life. Renew Counseling helps work through life transitions, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, addictions, grief/loss, spirituality and body positivity. As a counselor and a Christian mom, I enjoy working with women and families to improve communication and relationship strategies, along with improving connection with your kids. Reach out today and renew your mind, body and spirit.
Sarah Fleming Creativity & Healing, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50014
I offer support and services for: depression, trauma, grief, highly sensitive people (HSP's), plant-based eating, disordered eating, loss, anxiety, transitions, and Christian/spiritual growth counseling.
Sarah Fleming Creativity & Healing, LLC offers ONLINE therapy and creative lifestyle coaching. I see clients located in Iowa, Virginia, and Florida for therapy and I can provide coaching to clients globally. I look at the mind, body, and spirit as parts of self that profoundly affect one another. I believe in change, and that people can create the life they want. My goal is to help people connect the dots as they explore dysfunctional ways of thinking, eating, relating, and behaving, and to support them in incorporating new ways of existing that lead to fulfillment and congruence.
I offer support and services for: depression, trauma, grief, highly sensitive people (HSP's), plant-based eating, disordered eating, loss, anxiety, transitions, and Christian/spiritual growth counseling.
Sarah Fleming Creativity & Healing, LLC offers ONLINE therapy and creative lifestyle coaching. I see clients located in Iowa, Virginia, and Florida for therapy and I can provide coaching to clients globally. I look at the mind, body, and spirit as parts of self that profoundly affect one another. I believe in change, and that people can create the life they want. My goal is to help people connect the dots as they explore dysfunctional ways of thinking, eating, relating, and behaving, and to support them in incorporating new ways of existing that lead to fulfillment and congruence.
I graduated in 2001 from Colorado Christian University with a Masters of Arts in Counseling.
It is common in today’s world to not feel seen and heard. I found over the last twenty plus years that people are reaching out to feel loved and accepted. Christian Counseling offers a supportive and safe relational environment to hear your story and to serve this purpose.
I graduated in 2001 from Colorado Christian University with a Masters of Arts in Counseling.
It is common in today’s world to not feel seen and heard. I found over the last twenty plus years that people are reaching out to feel loved and accepted. Christian Counseling offers a supportive and safe relational environment to hear your story and to serve this purpose.
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Many of my clients have experienced grief and loss and simply need support working through the stages of grief. I have also served children and families. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Many of my clients have experienced grief and loss and simply need support working through the stages of grief. I have also served children and families. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Andrea Hohmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010 (Online Only)
You are learning to adapt to life’s constant changes and transitions. Maybe it’s adjusting to college. Maybe you are beyond that and navigating your career. Or maybe there are wedding bells in your future or starting your own family. You want to be happy, adaptive and thriving.
You are learning to adapt to life’s constant changes and transitions. Maybe it’s adjusting to college. Maybe you are beyond that and navigating your career. Or maybe there are wedding bells in your future or starting your own family. You want to be happy, adaptive and thriving.
My ideal substance abuse client is someone who acknowledges their addiction, seeks recovery, and desires positive change. Their issues include addiction struggles, broken relationships, and physical/mental health concerns. They need professional support, a safe space for healing, and coping strategies. Their goals are sobriety, renewed relationships, and overall well-being. They want to regain control of their life, mend bonds, and lead a healthier, happier future for themselves and their loved ones.
My ideal substance abuse client is someone who acknowledges their addiction, seeks recovery, and desires positive change. Their issues include addiction struggles, broken relationships, and physical/mental health concerns. They need professional support, a safe space for healing, and coping strategies. Their goals are sobriety, renewed relationships, and overall well-being. They want to regain control of their life, mend bonds, and lead a healthier, happier future for themselves and their loved ones.
Whatever brings you to therapy, it is my goal to help you be grateful for the coping mechanisms that kept you safe and brought you here. I welcome all parts of you into my office to work towards healing and learning a new path forward. Healing is personal to each individual and I welcome you to start the experience together to move toward your goals. I work as a team with my partner, Winston (therapy dog), who loves helping clients towards their goals. Reach out to learn more about how he can help you with your goals!
Whatever brings you to therapy, it is my goal to help you be grateful for the coping mechanisms that kept you safe and brought you here. I welcome all parts of you into my office to work towards healing and learning a new path forward. Healing is personal to each individual and I welcome you to start the experience together to move toward your goals. I work as a team with my partner, Winston (therapy dog), who loves helping clients towards their goals. Reach out to learn more about how he can help you with your goals!
I currently work with children and adolescents who are struggling with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, depression, mood dysregulation, anger, and trauma. In a typical session, we may work on grounding and mindfulness techniques as well as coping skills. We also may explore your child's emotions through play or talk therapy. I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and child-centered theories. I also use play therapy modalities as well as sand tray therapy.
I currently work with children and adolescents who are struggling with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, depression, mood dysregulation, anger, and trauma. In a typical session, we may work on grounding and mindfulness techniques as well as coping skills. We also may explore your child's emotions through play or talk therapy. I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and child-centered theories. I also use play therapy modalities as well as sand tray therapy.
Shannon Monson
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50010 (Online Only)
Welcome to Wellspring, I'm Shannon! I am a counselor, licensed in Wisconsin (LPC) & Iowa (LMHC) and work primarily with couples and individuals interested in working through trauma, anxiety, grief and life transitions.
Welcome to Wellspring, I'm Shannon! I am a counselor, licensed in Wisconsin (LPC) & Iowa (LMHC) and work primarily with couples and individuals interested in working through trauma, anxiety, grief and life transitions.
Carol Caskey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSEd
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50010 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Carol. I enjoy meeting new people, and I would love to meet you. I have been working with people to improve their lives for over 20 years. Many people I meet are struggling with feeling anxious, sad, and feeling overwhelmed. Often there are struggles with relationships, not feeling loved, not knowing how to connect, feeling lonely. Grief over many small losses or just one big one, it can be hard to adjust. These are common issues that I can help you work through. Making better decisions, becoming happier and more confident, and better understanding yourself are often achieved along the way.
Hello! My name is Carol. I enjoy meeting new people, and I would love to meet you. I have been working with people to improve their lives for over 20 years. Many people I meet are struggling with feeling anxious, sad, and feeling overwhelmed. Often there are struggles with relationships, not feeling loved, not knowing how to connect, feeling lonely. Grief over many small losses or just one big one, it can be hard to adjust. These are common issues that I can help you work through. Making better decisions, becoming happier and more confident, and better understanding yourself are often achieved along the way.
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I enjoy mending families and relationships. I enjoy working with children, helping them to overcome difficult situations, communicate their emotions and needs, healing from trauma, and developing their goals. I enjoy helping those struggling with mental illness fight through their symptoms, realize their worth, and push them over that mountain to what they want to accomplish. I enjoy working with people like you. We all have problems, we all go through tough times. Let me help you get through your current struggle.
I enjoy mending families and relationships. I enjoy working with children, helping them to overcome difficult situations, communicate their emotions and needs, healing from trauma, and developing their goals. I enjoy helping those struggling with mental illness fight through their symptoms, realize their worth, and push them over that mountain to what they want to accomplish. I enjoy working with people like you. We all have problems, we all go through tough times. Let me help you get through your current struggle.
I believe that you have the will within you to change. While you lead the session and decide where you want to go, I will give you the tools to help you through your issues. I am a licensed counseling psychologist and have experience working with individuals and couples to help cope with issues such as mental illness, life transitions, and many other areas. I work to make sure that you are comfortable and we have a good relationship. I am open and caring to my client's needs.
I believe that you have the will within you to change. While you lead the session and decide where you want to go, I will give you the tools to help you through your issues. I am a licensed counseling psychologist and have experience working with individuals and couples to help cope with issues such as mental illness, life transitions, and many other areas. I work to make sure that you are comfortable and we have a good relationship. I am open and caring to my client's needs.
Whether you're struggling with overwhelming anxiety, facing relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck in a transition period, I'm here to help. I have a passion for working with adults to help them overcome these challenges and helping couples who may want to improve their communication skills or want guidance in navigating new challenges. In life, we sometimes find ourselves in a season that is too heavy, difficult, or overwhelming, and we don’t have to handle it on our own! Together, we'll work to identify effective coping strategies, grow your self-esteem, employ new thinking patterns, and develop healthier boundaries.
Whether you're struggling with overwhelming anxiety, facing relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck in a transition period, I'm here to help. I have a passion for working with adults to help them overcome these challenges and helping couples who may want to improve their communication skills or want guidance in navigating new challenges. In life, we sometimes find ourselves in a season that is too heavy, difficult, or overwhelming, and we don’t have to handle it on our own! Together, we'll work to identify effective coping strategies, grow your self-esteem, employ new thinking patterns, and develop healthier boundaries.
Marni Moody Counseling and Consultation
Counselor, Marni Moody, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010 (Online Only)
You didn’t expect life to feel this way. Ambitious and driven, you give 100% to everything you do, constantly pushing yourself to meet high standards. Anxiety fuels your success, but behind the scenes, the pressure to be perfect, avoid mistakes, and stay ‘on top’ takes its toll. Fear keeps you planning, preparing, and sidestepping anything that might lead to discomfort or overwhelm. I’m here to help you break that cycle and create real change.
You didn’t expect life to feel this way. Ambitious and driven, you give 100% to everything you do, constantly pushing yourself to meet high standards. Anxiety fuels your success, but behind the scenes, the pressure to be perfect, avoid mistakes, and stay ‘on top’ takes its toll. Fear keeps you planning, preparing, and sidestepping anything that might lead to discomfort or overwhelm. I’m here to help you break that cycle and create real change.
I believe that childhood interactions play a huge part in the development of psychological pain, wounds, and hurts. I am sensitive to the process of therapy and work hard to make it a safe and trusting space for you and myself to work together. The here and now interactions in the room are important and I intentionally use them to foster the healing process. Your strengths and goals are important to the way I work because my aim is to free up the energy that has been suppressed by pain so that you can focus on the things that are important to you.
I believe that childhood interactions play a huge part in the development of psychological pain, wounds, and hurts. I am sensitive to the process of therapy and work hard to make it a safe and trusting space for you and myself to work together. The here and now interactions in the room are important and I intentionally use them to foster the healing process. Your strengths and goals are important to the way I work because my aim is to free up the energy that has been suppressed by pain so that you can focus on the things that are important to you.
Vine Christian Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50014
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Life can feel really overwhelming sometimes. Whether you are struggling with major life changes, adjusting to college, struggling with your career, a chronic health issue (such as Endometriosis), Infertility, or general anxiety, we all need a listening ear that can point us towards balance and health. Every person can benefit from slowing down, taking a breath, re-evaluating our value systems, and figuring out how to live fully regardless of our circumstances.
Life can feel really overwhelming sometimes. Whether you are struggling with major life changes, adjusting to college, struggling with your career, a chronic health issue (such as Endometriosis), Infertility, or general anxiety, we all need a listening ear that can point us towards balance and health. Every person can benefit from slowing down, taking a breath, re-evaluating our value systems, and figuring out how to live fully regardless of our circumstances.
Hello, I am a person-centered and strengths-based counselor. I am trained in Solution Focused Brief Therapy (which is a type of CBT) and hypnosis. I specialize in young adults, career counseling, couples counseling, and women's issues. I also work with children of all ages and their parents. I have been practicing in the field of mental health since 2009. If you are looking for a warm, positive, and experienced counselor, give me a call. :) I also have a team of counselors who work with me and I would be happy to introduce you to any of them.
Hello, I am a person-centered and strengths-based counselor. I am trained in Solution Focused Brief Therapy (which is a type of CBT) and hypnosis. I specialize in young adults, career counseling, couples counseling, and women's issues. I also work with children of all ages and their parents. I have been practicing in the field of mental health since 2009. If you are looking for a warm, positive, and experienced counselor, give me a call. :) I also have a team of counselors who work with me and I would be happy to introduce you to any of them.
My name is Amy Halls and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I believe that everyone experiences pain and distress in their life, and there are times when you need someone to walk beside you and help you navigate. I want each client to have a safe, non-judgmental and understanding environment to explore stressors, relationships, and life transitions. I use a very collaborative approach by listening to my clients, establishing their goals together, and then providing insight, wisdom, humor (where appropriate), techniques and skills to help them overcome and move through their difficulties.
My name is Amy Halls and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I believe that everyone experiences pain and distress in their life, and there are times when you need someone to walk beside you and help you navigate. I want each client to have a safe, non-judgmental and understanding environment to explore stressors, relationships, and life transitions. I use a very collaborative approach by listening to my clients, establishing their goals together, and then providing insight, wisdom, humor (where appropriate), techniques and skills to help them overcome and move through their difficulties.
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Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.