Couples Counseling Therapists in Buchanan County, IA
Lindsay Finnegan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Jesup, IA 50648 (Online Only)
I provide therapy services to individuals, couples, and families. I use a cognitive-behavioral approach to address presenting problems. This technique is beneficial in helping to treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, relationship issues, etc. as thoughts and feelings lead to behaviors or actions. Treatment services are also provided utilizing trauma informed care and EMDR to help with symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. I have been in private practice for 9 years now. I love seeing the positive changes that my clients are making in their lives!
I provide therapy services to individuals, couples, and families. I use a cognitive-behavioral approach to address presenting problems. This technique is beneficial in helping to treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, relationship issues, etc. as thoughts and feelings lead to behaviors or actions. Treatment services are also provided utilizing trauma informed care and EMDR to help with symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. I have been in private practice for 9 years now. I love seeing the positive changes that my clients are making in their lives!
Jacquelyn Schultz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Jesup, IA 50648 (Online Only)
My professional experience over the past twenty-seven years has concentrated on children, teenagers, adults, couples and families including in-home and private practice. I am familiar with how individuals and families often require collaboration across settings and between service providers. My focus is on listening and finding the best approach to help someone meet their goals out of therapy. I realize that finding a therapist can be difficult. I work hard to establish a relationship in which a person feels understood and respected. I am a faith base counselor for those who are looking for that.
My professional experience over the past twenty-seven years has concentrated on children, teenagers, adults, couples and families including in-home and private practice. I am familiar with how individuals and families often require collaboration across settings and between service providers. My focus is on listening and finding the best approach to help someone meet their goals out of therapy. I realize that finding a therapist can be difficult. I work hard to establish a relationship in which a person feels understood and respected. I am a faith base counselor for those who are looking for that.
Peladija's Therapy and Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Independence, IA 50644
I have provided individual counseling and therapy services to children, adolescents, adults, marriage counseling, couples and families; serving all ages and working with diverse populations. Goals of building hope, optimism, and inspiring others to make the most of theirs and their families lives. Utilized various therapeutic techniques, and starting where the client is, to assist individuals with minimizing or resolving issues, associated with depression, grief and loss, anxiety, stress, adjustment, mood regulation, ADHD, ODD, relational problems, behavioral issues, and various other problem areas and issues that confront individuals of all ages on a daily basis. Focusing on the positives!
I have provided individual counseling and therapy services to children, adolescents, adults, marriage counseling, couples and families; serving all ages and working with diverse populations. Goals of building hope, optimism, and inspiring others to make the most of theirs and their families lives. Utilized various therapeutic techniques, and starting where the client is, to assist individuals with minimizing or resolving issues, associated with depression, grief and loss, anxiety, stress, adjustment, mood regulation, ADHD, ODD, relational problems, behavioral issues, and various other problem areas and issues that confront individuals of all ages on a daily basis. Focusing on the positives!
Throughout my career I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in residential treatment, school and hospital settings, as well as my office here in Independence.
Throughout my career I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in residential treatment, school and hospital settings, as well as my office here in Independence.
Online Therapists
Mindy Finn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Iowa. She has a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Mindy operates from a strengths-based, client-centered approach to empower her clients, promote positive self-image, and improve interpersonal relationships. She is experienced in treating adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples. Mindy specializes in treating trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life adjustment issues, family and relationship issues.
Mindy Finn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Iowa. She has a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Mindy operates from a strengths-based, client-centered approach to empower her clients, promote positive self-image, and improve interpersonal relationships. She is experienced in treating adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples. Mindy specializes in treating trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life adjustment issues, family and relationship issues.
Nathan Douglas Mccarty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davenport, IA 52803
Dealing with hopelessness, anxiety, and other stressors in daily life can be difficult and sometimes unmanageable. I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families on coping with and understanding these stressors, as well as managing and overcoming them. My goal is to establish trust and working relationships to educate on the impact in mental health; how to manage stressors, and identify preventative techniques to address those issues.
Dealing with hopelessness, anxiety, and other stressors in daily life can be difficult and sometimes unmanageable. I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families on coping with and understanding these stressors, as well as managing and overcoming them. My goal is to establish trust and working relationships to educate on the impact in mental health; how to manage stressors, and identify preventative techniques to address those issues.
Melissa Paulsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Anamosa, IA 52205
No matter why you are seeking therapy, my goal is to make you feel comfortable while helping you to explore whatever life stressor you are currently experiencing in a safe and accepting environment. I have helped individuals, couples, and families to develop open communication, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and overall improvement in each client's emotional wellbeing and life satisfaction. I also have experience working on issues such as depression and mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, oppositional defiant disorder, self-harm, and other adjustment-related stressors.
No matter why you are seeking therapy, my goal is to make you feel comfortable while helping you to explore whatever life stressor you are currently experiencing in a safe and accepting environment. I have helped individuals, couples, and families to develop open communication, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and overall improvement in each client's emotional wellbeing and life satisfaction. I also have experience working on issues such as depression and mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, oppositional defiant disorder, self-harm, and other adjustment-related stressors.
Derik Van Baale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Newton, IA 50208 (Online Only)
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
Whether you are facing anxiety, anger, depression, or relationship issues, therapy can help you begin to gain the tools to cope and teach yourself a new way of looking at the issues that hold you back.
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.
Whether you are facing anxiety, anger, depression, or relationship issues, therapy can help you begin to gain the tools to cope and teach yourself a new way of looking at the issues that hold you back.
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.
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.
We have extensive experience working with diverse populations, including individuals, couples, and groups, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns.
Welcome to Ames Therapy where your mental well-being is our utmost priority. We understand that life's journey can be challenging, and at times, we all need a helping hand to navigate the ups and downs. Our dedicated team of compassionate professionals is here to provide you with the support and guidance you need to achieve mental and emotional wellness. You are not alone on this path, and we are here to walk it with you. We bring a wealth of experience and expertise to help you on your journey . Our team of highly qualified and compassionate counselors has collectively spent decades working in the field of mental health.
We have extensive experience working with diverse populations, including individuals, couples, and groups, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns.
Welcome to Ames Therapy where your mental well-being is our utmost priority. We understand that life's journey can be challenging, and at times, we all need a helping hand to navigate the ups and downs. Our dedicated team of compassionate professionals is here to provide you with the support and guidance you need to achieve mental and emotional wellness. You are not alone on this path, and we are here to walk it with you. We bring a wealth of experience and expertise to help you on your journey . Our team of highly qualified and compassionate counselors has collectively spent decades working in the field of mental health.
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 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.
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.
People I work with are generally battling challenges with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, grief, and challenging circumstances or changes leaving them with painful adjustments.
My name is Jake Joslin, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) working with patients throughout Iowa via telehealth. My specialization is helping people with ADHD. I also have extensive experience supporting clients through their battles with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and difficult changes or arguments that shake up life. I understand that life is had, and my passion is to help people break free from stigma and shame and feel empowered to overcome their trials. My approach to counseling is flexible to meet clients where they are and provide them with the support that they need most.
People I work with are generally battling challenges with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, grief, and challenging circumstances or changes leaving them with painful adjustments.
My name is Jake Joslin, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) working with patients throughout Iowa via telehealth. My specialization is helping people with ADHD. I also have extensive experience supporting clients through their battles with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and difficult changes or arguments that shake up life. I understand that life is had, and my passion is to help people break free from stigma and shame and feel empowered to overcome their trials. My approach to counseling is flexible to meet clients where they are and provide them with the support that they need most.
I believe life is a series of winding paths and enjoy meeting with individuals, families, and couples to navigate these paths so they can work towards a more fulfilling life. My overall style of therapy is eclectic, meaning I enjoy mixing a variety of techniques. Using this therapy strategy, I find I am best able to meet the needs of each individual client. Even so, cognitive-behavioral therapy and client-centered therapy are among my favorite styles. I believe the therapeutic alliance between therapist and client is of extreme importance, so I focus strongly on building this therapeutic connection.
I believe life is a series of winding paths and enjoy meeting with individuals, families, and couples to navigate these paths so they can work towards a more fulfilling life. My overall style of therapy is eclectic, meaning I enjoy mixing a variety of techniques. Using this therapy strategy, I find I am best able to meet the needs of each individual client. Even so, cognitive-behavioral therapy and client-centered therapy are among my favorite styles. I believe the therapeutic alliance between therapist and client is of extreme importance, so I focus strongly on building this therapeutic connection.
Welcome! My name is Mara and I have worked in the field of social work for 13 years, with 11 years of counseling experience. My areas of expertise and clinical interest include: trauma, grief and loss, identity development and exploration, anxiety, depression, relationship/familial concerns, attachment, and emotional dysregulation. My approach emphasizes creating a space that allows for healing and growth, as well as meaningful connection. Further, in treatment, I have experience utilizing expressive therapies, such as art and sand tray therapy, in order to assist in exploration and expression.
Welcome! My name is Mara and I have worked in the field of social work for 13 years, with 11 years of counseling experience. My areas of expertise and clinical interest include: trauma, grief and loss, identity development and exploration, anxiety, depression, relationship/familial concerns, attachment, and emotional dysregulation. My approach emphasizes creating a space that allows for healing and growth, as well as meaningful connection. Further, in treatment, I have experience utilizing expressive therapies, such as art and sand tray therapy, in order to assist in exploration and expression.
Amy Roling- Inspire Counseling & Coaching
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Waverly, IA 50677
Waitlist for new clients
I have been working in the counseling field for 20 years. I enjoy helping clients help themselves move forward and live a healthier life. I've worked in college counseling centers, community mental health, schools, and in Corporate America. I use a cognitive behavioral approach and focus on each client's strengths. I've worked with many clinical issues: including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and many other issues that interfere with one's ability to enjoy life. I truly believe that if an individual, couple or family want help, healing is possible.
I have been working in the counseling field for 20 years. I enjoy helping clients help themselves move forward and live a healthier life. I've worked in college counseling centers, community mental health, schools, and in Corporate America. I use a cognitive behavioral approach and focus on each client's strengths. I've worked with many clinical issues: including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and many other issues that interfere with one's ability to enjoy life. I truly believe that if an individual, couple or family want help, healing is possible.
Shoshannah Guerrero
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vinton, IA 52349 (Online Only)
South Dakota and Iowa telehealth. Emotional self-management and self-leadership skills are crucial for individual well-being. For couples, integrating fair play concepts aligns partners in nurturing their relationship. This includes open communication and personal emotional development. Both partners building emotional maturity is crucial. Contributing to a marriage involves supportive attitudes, emotional support, and shared responsibilities for a sense of partnership. Quality time and collaborative conflict resolution are essential. Each partner engages in individual work for personal growth, fostering love and appreciation.
South Dakota and Iowa telehealth. Emotional self-management and self-leadership skills are crucial for individual well-being. For couples, integrating fair play concepts aligns partners in nurturing their relationship. This includes open communication and personal emotional development. Both partners building emotional maturity is crucial. Contributing to a marriage involves supportive attitudes, emotional support, and shared responsibilities for a sense of partnership. Quality time and collaborative conflict resolution are essential. Each partner engages in individual work for personal growth, fostering love and appreciation.
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.
Evergreen Therapy Center
Psychologist, PhD, LMHC, LMFT, LISW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
We work with adults, couples, young adults, children.
Are you struggling to move forward? Do you feel overwhelmed all the time? We have immediate openings with a therapist or psychologist. Let us help you find a solution to your problems. We will listen, support and help you build the courage to face your challenges.
We work with adults, couples, young adults, children.
Are you struggling to move forward? Do you feel overwhelmed all the time? We have immediate openings with a therapist or psychologist. Let us help you find a solution to your problems. We will listen, support and help you build the courage to face your challenges.
Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.