Parenting Therapists in Cedar Rapids, IA

Reach out by email for fastest contact. The most powerful predictor of whether therapy will be effective is your relationship with your therapist. Finding the right one can feel overwhelming but you are already on your way. My approach is warm, empathetic and straightforward. I am accepting and direct in nature while focusing on strengths and growth. I do not "beat around the bush" as they say, while also being understanding and kind. I know how important it is to find the right "fit" with a therapist so I offer free 30 minute intro sessions so you can determine if I am the right therapist for you.

Hello. Do you feel overwhelmed and underappreciated? Does your life feel out of control or unbearable? Having a person who listens without judgement is instrumental to the healing process. No one should go through life alone. A therapist can be an advocate, a cheerleader or even a coach for your life. I welcome you to come and share your burdens with me and we will work out a solution together.

Everyone we meet is fighting a unique battle, and has the innate capacity to face their challenges and reach their goals. When we learn to understand our distinctive human natures, growth and change are possible. I will start wherever you are, taking time to consider your important life. I find authenticity as a therapist through an experiential approach. It is important to me to take time to listen to your experiences and understand what is impacting your overall health. I hope to provide you with genuine empathy while we create new experiences, face challenges, and grow together in the therapeutic space.

Hello! I have worked with children and adults over the course of my career. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with adults and have training in a wide variety of issues that adults face. With regards to children, I have been trained in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Adlerian Play Therapy (I am currently not working with children). I am also a also a Board approved supervisor and do enjoy working with therapists in training as they develop their competencies. I am currently only taking adult clients. Verdant Counseling has expanded to five clinicians and has immediate openings for clients ages 6+.

It can be hard to find a therapist if you have shift work or a full schedule, so I am offering sessions from 5am-Noon. In our office, we work on life transitions, gaining insights, making changes, improving relationships, and learning how to to feel more calm and settled. Here you can find out more about healthier coping techniques, and reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms of depression, ADHD and anxiety. It is a good and safe place to improve confidence and self-esteem, address parenting, marital and vocational stress, and to explore and express your identity and needs, wants and goals both personally and professionally.

New client availability for Summer 2024. Life has a way of being overwhelming, confusing, and challenging- no judgement, this is tricky stuff. If you have found that you’ve been ignoring, dismissing, or arguing more often than you'd like, please know that I see you and you are simply, wonderfully, thoroughly human. Therapy can be a space where you create movement towards your goals, develop new strategies for coping, and explore the joy available to you. I'm looking forward to sharing this space with you.

Over 20 years of experience with child mental health needs including direct work with issues such as developmental delays, early childhood traumatic illness, childhood victims of abuse neglect and crime, foster care and adoption, autism spectrum, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, academic and behavioral issues in school, sibling and parent/child relationship difficulties.

My goal is to meet each person where you are and help you navigate through life's opportunities, challenges or stressors. As a clinician with over 20 years of experience, my job is to help you reach your goals through a variety of therapeutic approaches. The time we spend together is about you and your life journey - past, present and future.

Are you struggling with anxiety, self-image, trauma, transitions, parenting, or attachment-based concerns? I can help you use your strengths to achieve your goals. Through our work, you will discover the confidence you deserve and start to feel that life is meaningful once again.

I am a licensed independent social worker with over 15 years experience. I have provide therapy services to toddlers with their parents, children, adolescents, teens. I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) trained in Adlerian Play Therapy and have specialized training in the evidenced based treatment of Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). My office provides a PCIT suite to offer PCIT services effectively. I am also trained in trauma informed Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).

I offer experience and passion for helping people navigate their own path to mental health. I am a trauma informed therapist who specializes in facilitating healing and growth after exposure to toxic stress and traumatic experiences. I enjoy working with clients who have experienced adversity in childhood, have been involved in foster care or child protection, or have experienced other interpersonal stresses across the life span. I also enjoy working with individuals with diverse identities and bodies.

How can I tell my troubles to a stranger? What will they think of me? Part of mental health therapy is creating a safe space for people to come to and talk about whatever they want to talk about. I believe trust is essential for successful outcomes. I've been the daughter, the spouse, the parent, and the human who is struggling with past and present challenges. It is important to me to give you the space you need. I specialize in helping narcisisstic/gaslighting survivors, autism spectrum disorder, self esteem, depression, anxiety, grief, kids 12 and over, adults, individuals, and families.

Parenting a teen can be difficult; I’m here to help break down feelings and thoughts so that each party feels heard and understood. I enjoy working with families pre and post adoption, as well as teens struggling with communication issues, disordered eating, body image issues, anxiety, or depression.

My name is Dr. AmberBurnett, but most clients call me Dr. B. With 20 years of experience as a licensed psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, I am dedicated to helping individuals from diverse backgrounds navigate life's challenges. I specialize in working with both children and adults on a variety of concerns, including anxiety/depression, trauma/abuse, ADHD, autism, mood disorders, women's issues, relationship concerns, social anxiety, grief, self-esteem, parenting, and life changes. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to each client’s unique needs, ensuring that you feel supported and empowered.

Overwhelmed, it's hard to breathe, tears well in your eyes, and you are fatigued with worry. Maybe the flood of emotions started recently or years ago. Perhaps someone hurt you, you saw something terrible happen, or you always felt down, scared and alone. You want nothing more then to feel confident again to move forward; free from hurt. My focus is on helping others resolve what is most troubling for them.

Heidi is Licensed Independent Social Worker and a trauma informed, EMDR trained therapist. Heidi is skilled in working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, interpersonal relationship struggles, grief/loss, and life transitions. Heidi considers it a privilege to walk alongside individuals, couples and families as they seek to nurture healing and resilience.

I work primarily with children and teens; I use both play therapy and talk therapy techniques with clients as appropriate as we work together in therapy. I have a passion for experiential therapy. I believe the most important element of therapy is the therapist's unconditional positive regard for the client. A client's capacity for growth increases according to how much they believe others believe in them. As a therapist, I am sometimes the first person a child/teen will trust besides their parent(s) who says, "You are good. You are capable of growth and change. I believe in you."

Do you have increasing concerns about your child’s mood and behavior? Perhaps your child has experienced a change, loss, traumatic experience or is struggling with peer relationships. As a parent, when your child is hurting, you hurt with them. While it can be difficult to ask for help, you don’t have to face these struggles alone. Many children experience mental and behavioral health challenges that are treatable. Through therapy, your child can develop healthy coping tools, improve emotional regulation, and learn positive and appropriate ways to get their needs met.

Sometimes we are just at a loss. Life can be overwhelming and we all need validation that we have the strength to carry on. You might wish that you were more confident as a parent, in your relationships, career, or in yourself. Maybe you would like to regain your identity after having a child, be less worried about everything in life, or establish boundaries with others. Sometimes you just need someone to say “you’re not alone” and that “you can do this.” Our work is to embrace these challenges and fears, and to find the strength within to move forward.