Male Therapists in Ankeny, IA
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.
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.
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.
Johnathan Starko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023 (Online Only)
Licensed in Iowa, Alabama, and Mississippi, I work with adults and older adolescents. I am passionate about helping others learn to cope with stressors in their lives and be able to communicate with others more effectively. I hope to help you through any tough transitions you may be going through to develop a positive state of mind and emotional, relational, and physical well-being. If you want to create positive change in your life or your relationships, I am ready to walk alongside you to help you find your way!
Licensed in Iowa, Alabama, and Mississippi, I work with adults and older adolescents. I am passionate about helping others learn to cope with stressors in their lives and be able to communicate with others more effectively. I hope to help you through any tough transitions you may be going through to develop a positive state of mind and emotional, relational, and physical well-being. If you want to create positive change in your life or your relationships, I am ready to walk alongside you to help you find your way!
It's a normal, human experience to need support with mental health. We can all feel stuck sometimes, experience difficult life events, struggle to feel good about who we are, or experience challenging mental health symptoms. No matter what brings you to therapy, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to identify and work on your goals. I believe we all have the ability to heal, grow, and find meaning in our experiences. My role as a therapist is to walk with my client as they process their experiences and increase their confidence in their ability to live their desired lives.
It's a normal, human experience to need support with mental health. We can all feel stuck sometimes, experience difficult life events, struggle to feel good about who we are, or experience challenging mental health symptoms. No matter what brings you to therapy, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to identify and work on your goals. I believe we all have the ability to heal, grow, and find meaning in our experiences. My role as a therapist is to walk with my client as they process their experiences and increase their confidence in their ability to live their desired lives.
I work with individuals in NE, TX, CO, NH, VA and IA (fully licensed in those states) with ADHD, OCD, Trauma, anxiety and sexual concerns such as men's issues, porn addiction and polyamory. My treatment modalities focus on the individual and it's not a cookie cutter approach, incorporating modalities of CBT, Mindfulness, Stages of Change, Trauma Informed Therapy and Solution Focus therapy. I use podcasts, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok videos, books and more as supplements as well. My patients are eager to improve their lives, but often stuck as to where to start or where to begin. I accept telehealth through GROW therapy & Headway.
I work with individuals in NE, TX, CO, NH, VA and IA (fully licensed in those states) with ADHD, OCD, Trauma, anxiety and sexual concerns such as men's issues, porn addiction and polyamory. My treatment modalities focus on the individual and it's not a cookie cutter approach, incorporating modalities of CBT, Mindfulness, Stages of Change, Trauma Informed Therapy and Solution Focus therapy. I use podcasts, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok videos, books and more as supplements as well. My patients are eager to improve their lives, but often stuck as to where to start or where to begin. I accept telehealth through GROW therapy & Headway.
The human experience is messy and unpredictable. It takes courage to ask for help, and I am here to meet you where you are. Unfortunately, counseling is not one-size-fits-all, but together we can craft an experience that matches your needs. I offer a warm, safe environment that allows self-exploration of thoughts and experiences without the fear of judgment or shame. I enjoy using humor and creativity in my practice and often challenge my clients to reach their full potential. Together we will work to achieve personal growth using a collaborative approach of empowerment and trust.
The human experience is messy and unpredictable. It takes courage to ask for help, and I am here to meet you where you are. Unfortunately, counseling is not one-size-fits-all, but together we can craft an experience that matches your needs. I offer a warm, safe environment that allows self-exploration of thoughts and experiences without the fear of judgment or shame. I enjoy using humor and creativity in my practice and often challenge my clients to reach their full potential. Together we will work to achieve personal growth using a collaborative approach of empowerment and trust.
Welcome! My name is Riley Rodemaker (He/Him) and I am a tLMHC at LifeWorks - Ankeny. I know that reaching out for help can be very difficult and I have a lot of respect for the bravery that it takes. My hope is that we can work together to help you feel better. I believe that empathy and compassion serve as the foundation for any helping relationship. I am a generalist counselor (meaning I have some experience with a variety of issues); however, I especially enjoy working with clients on issues related to anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and suicide/self-harm.
Welcome! My name is Riley Rodemaker (He/Him) and I am a tLMHC at LifeWorks - Ankeny. I know that reaching out for help can be very difficult and I have a lot of respect for the bravery that it takes. My hope is that we can work together to help you feel better. I believe that empathy and compassion serve as the foundation for any helping relationship. I am a generalist counselor (meaning I have some experience with a variety of issues); however, I especially enjoy working with clients on issues related to anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and suicide/self-harm.
Paul Aaron Guerdet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
*Telehealth and in person available* I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who works with teens and adults struggling with anxiety and/or depression. I help those grappling with irritability, feelings of isolation, sleep disturbances, feeling overwhelmed, and struggles with motivation. If you're feeling on edge, alone, like no one understands what you're going through, or if you need a new perspective, I will work to help you make sense of your experiences and get you to a place you want to be. I match well with teens finding their place as adults, and adults who grew up in toxic environments, wanting to process.
*Telehealth and in person available* I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who works with teens and adults struggling with anxiety and/or depression. I help those grappling with irritability, feelings of isolation, sleep disturbances, feeling overwhelmed, and struggles with motivation. If you're feeling on edge, alone, like no one understands what you're going through, or if you need a new perspective, I will work to help you make sense of your experiences and get you to a place you want to be. I match well with teens finding their place as adults, and adults who grew up in toxic environments, wanting to process.
Our New Life professionals provide outpatient counseling services for adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups at our locations in Ankeny and West Des Moines. Our professional training, experience, faith, and commitment to honoring each individual, enables us to offer counseling that empowers you with the tools, techniques, and confidence necessary to improve your life. We offer support and guidance in this journey through life's many changes and transitions as we partner together to work toward meeting your goals. Visit our counselor's page on our website to learn more about our therapists and their areas of focus.
Our New Life professionals provide outpatient counseling services for adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups at our locations in Ankeny and West Des Moines. Our professional training, experience, faith, and commitment to honoring each individual, enables us to offer counseling that empowers you with the tools, techniques, and confidence necessary to improve your life. We offer support and guidance in this journey through life's many changes and transitions as we partner together to work toward meeting your goals. Visit our counselor's page on our website to learn more about our therapists and their areas of focus.
Tony Parmenter - Emdr + Integrative Healing For Complex Trauma
Counselor, LMHC, LAADC, LCMHC, LCPC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023 (Online Only)
I provide EMDR and other integrative therapies for healing complex and generational trauma and am currently accepting people interested in individual weekly therapy and half- and full-day intensives. My work is focused on helping your nervous system and inner child find freedom from wounds that are so deep, you may have never been aware of them. I have witnessed many of clients alleviate long-standing struggles/challenges related to Complex PTSD, unresolved childhood trauma, and related addiction issues through this work. I am the creator of TF-EMDR for nature-based work & MARS.
I provide EMDR and other integrative therapies for healing complex and generational trauma and am currently accepting people interested in individual weekly therapy and half- and full-day intensives. My work is focused on helping your nervous system and inner child find freedom from wounds that are so deep, you may have never been aware of them. I have witnessed many of clients alleviate long-standing struggles/challenges related to Complex PTSD, unresolved childhood trauma, and related addiction issues through this work. I am the creator of TF-EMDR for nature-based work & MARS.
Shannon Haus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd, LMHC, ADHD-PT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
As a trauma-informed therapist utilizing EMDR, ACT, Ego State/ IFS and CBT, I support clients struggling with ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, procrastination, indecision, and moving forward during transitional stages of life, including high school, college, graduate school, sports, retirement, and more. I have expertise with trauma and ADHD in people ranging in age from 15-70. Extensive experience working with college students.
As a trauma-informed therapist utilizing EMDR, ACT, Ego State/ IFS and CBT, I support clients struggling with ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, procrastination, indecision, and moving forward during transitional stages of life, including high school, college, graduate school, sports, retirement, and more. I have expertise with trauma and ADHD in people ranging in age from 15-70. Extensive experience working with college students.
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I have been a practicing Mental Health Therapist for close to a decade in the Des Moines metro. My approach is focused on helping clients feel understood and empowered to make positive changes. I endeavor to help clients find real solutions and use practical approaches such as talk therapy and mindfulness techniques. Therapy is hard work, but through challenging dysfunctional thought processes and behaviors, change is possible.
I have been a practicing Mental Health Therapist for close to a decade in the Des Moines metro. My approach is focused on helping clients feel understood and empowered to make positive changes. I endeavor to help clients find real solutions and use practical approaches such as talk therapy and mindfulness techniques. Therapy is hard work, but through challenging dysfunctional thought processes and behaviors, change is possible.
People often naturally take the path of least resistance. However, avoiding the path of reality doesn’t make issues go away. The way forward is to walk through them. My passion is to support people in their reality growth of awareness and acknowledgement, leading to changes in thinking and living.
People often naturally take the path of least resistance. However, avoiding the path of reality doesn’t make issues go away. The way forward is to walk through them. My passion is to support people in their reality growth of awareness and acknowledgement, leading to changes in thinking and living.
I have been providing therapy support within the Des Moines area for over 24 years and the co-founder of the counseling agency Lifeworks Inc. My primary areas of interest include helping individuals overcome challenges with depression, anxiety, social phobias, low self-esteem, anger issues and overall learning how to effectively manage challenging emotions that often present themselves. Typically, I serve clients older than 12 and younger than 99. I love my profession and take pride in assisting and supporting clients that I see each week. Therapy is a good thing. It will surprise you.
I have been providing therapy support within the Des Moines area for over 24 years and the co-founder of the counseling agency Lifeworks Inc. My primary areas of interest include helping individuals overcome challenges with depression, anxiety, social phobias, low self-esteem, anger issues and overall learning how to effectively manage challenging emotions that often present themselves. Typically, I serve clients older than 12 and younger than 99. I love my profession and take pride in assisting and supporting clients that I see each week. Therapy is a good thing. It will surprise you.
Are you an adult who is living with anxiety or depression? Are you seeking to find common ground in your relationships? There is hope, there are solutions, you can make it through this, and I'm here to help. I help clients: improve their communication skills, overcome their anger issues, overcome trauma, unresolved family conflict, improve the connection and intimacy between their partners, and overcome challenges related to substance abuse. Offering a wide range of support for adults, or families who have concerns about their emotional, behavioral, or adjustment problems.
Are you an adult who is living with anxiety or depression? Are you seeking to find common ground in your relationships? There is hope, there are solutions, you can make it through this, and I'm here to help. I help clients: improve their communication skills, overcome their anger issues, overcome trauma, unresolved family conflict, improve the connection and intimacy between their partners, and overcome challenges related to substance abuse. Offering a wide range of support for adults, or families who have concerns about their emotional, behavioral, or adjustment problems.
Seely Psychotherapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
I have a diverse background in mental health and my private practice is conveniently located off I-235. Most therapists can provide the therapy types listed, but it takes focus and good listening skills to discern how to effectively "help" others.
I have a diverse background in mental health and my private practice is conveniently located off I-235. Most therapists can provide the therapy types listed, but it takes focus and good listening skills to discern how to effectively "help" others.
Dr. Donald M. Kaesser
Psychologist, PC, PhD
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I use 35+ years of DIRECT clinical experience to help in addressing issues that have become obstacles in your life and help you meet your goals in the context of an honest, caring, and direct professional relationship. Individuals, couples/relationships, addictions/substance abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, aging, sexuality, and sexual 'orientation' issues, as well as family matters are among the range of aspects of people's lives with which I effectively work. Counseling may be brief/problem-oriented, or extended/depth psychotherapy depending on your needs. I enjoy individuals, couples, and seniors. Psychotherapy is my calling!
I use 35+ years of DIRECT clinical experience to help in addressing issues that have become obstacles in your life and help you meet your goals in the context of an honest, caring, and direct professional relationship. Individuals, couples/relationships, addictions/substance abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, aging, sexuality, and sexual 'orientation' issues, as well as family matters are among the range of aspects of people's lives with which I effectively work. Counseling may be brief/problem-oriented, or extended/depth psychotherapy depending on your needs. I enjoy individuals, couples, and seniors. Psychotherapy is my calling!
William F Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Are you looking for support to achieve the kind of life you envision? Maybe you are struggling to succeed in one of life's domains, including social, work, school, or family relationships. We would be honored to have an opportunity to work with you or your family member. The warm and supportive environment in our office helps clients feel comfortable working through personal challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, ADHD (adult and children), job stress, and other life stressors.
Are you looking for support to achieve the kind of life you envision? Maybe you are struggling to succeed in one of life's domains, including social, work, school, or family relationships. We would be honored to have an opportunity to work with you or your family member. The warm and supportive environment in our office helps clients feel comfortable working through personal challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, ADHD (adult and children), job stress, and other life stressors.
Jeremy Overbaugh values and enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families who are responding to a broad range of problems and concerns in their lives and relationships. He offers a relaxed, non-judgmental approach to therapy, with the goal of providing collaborative and effective treatment to the individuals he works with. Jeremy's primary areas of clinic focus include: ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, anger/behavioral issues, PTSD/trauma, ASD, family conflict/separation/divorce issues and school difficulties. Jeremy offers individual adult and couples therapy, as well.
Jeremy Overbaugh values and enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families who are responding to a broad range of problems and concerns in their lives and relationships. He offers a relaxed, non-judgmental approach to therapy, with the goal of providing collaborative and effective treatment to the individuals he works with. Jeremy's primary areas of clinic focus include: ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, anger/behavioral issues, PTSD/trauma, ASD, family conflict/separation/divorce issues and school difficulties. Jeremy offers individual adult and couples therapy, as well.
Rich Webster
Counselor, MA, JD, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Waitlist for new clients
I am excited to announce my practice is expanding. We now have three licensed therapists who are all fantastic caring people. It is important to accept a person exactly where they are, in a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore their issues, find and nurture hope, and together work toward growth and equanimity. As a counselor, my job is to hear, accept and understand my client as a whole person and provide strategies to achieve their goals. Growth, healing and change can be challenging and may take hard work on the part of the client and the counselor. I am honored to be a part of that process with my clients.
I am excited to announce my practice is expanding. We now have three licensed therapists who are all fantastic caring people. It is important to accept a person exactly where they are, in a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore their issues, find and nurture hope, and together work toward growth and equanimity. As a counselor, my job is to hear, accept and understand my client as a whole person and provide strategies to achieve their goals. Growth, healing and change can be challenging and may take hard work on the part of the client and the counselor. I am honored to be a part of that process with my clients.
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As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.