Therapists in Des Moines, IA
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Derek Michael Potthoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50301
Reaching out is the first step and I am excited to help you in finding a path to self-growth that works best for you! It is my belief that anyone coming into therapy with an eagerness to grow has the ability to enact substantial change in their life. Each client's mental health journey is unique and I am here to help you forge your way. I am ready to meet you where you're at and make your counseling journey a positive experience.
Reaching out is the first step and I am excited to help you in finding a path to self-growth that works best for you! It is my belief that anyone coming into therapy with an eagerness to grow has the ability to enact substantial change in their life. Each client's mental health journey is unique and I am here to help you forge your way. I am ready to meet you where you're at and make your counseling journey a positive experience.
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Dr. Treye Rosenberger
Counselor, LMHC, CRC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50302
Welcome to your journey towards self-discovery and personal growth embraced with warmth and understanding. As a dedicated therapist, I am here to support individuals who are motivated to delve deep into their inner selves and pursue ongoing personal development. My expertise covers a range of areas, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions. However, I am also available to address any other concerns that may bring you to therapy. Whether you are navigating complex emotions or seeking clarity during challenging times, I am here to help.
Welcome to your journey towards self-discovery and personal growth embraced with warmth and understanding. As a dedicated therapist, I am here to support individuals who are motivated to delve deep into their inner selves and pursue ongoing personal development. My expertise covers a range of areas, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions. However, I am also available to address any other concerns that may bring you to therapy. Whether you are navigating complex emotions or seeking clarity during challenging times, I am here to help.
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Deborah Vanko
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50309 (Online Only)
For 30 years I have helped couples and individuals to create a satisfying, loving, conflict-free life by overcoming past or present obstacles. Everyone deserves to be happy and free of emotional pain. I believe empowering people to take charge of their life is liberating. I use a wide variety of counseling approaches customized to fit the individual. These include expressing emotion, identifying helpful and dysfunctional thinking/beliefs and changing behavior or developing strategies to create success. I am an open-minded therapist accepting the diversity of client lifestyle and gender.
For 30 years I have helped couples and individuals to create a satisfying, loving, conflict-free life by overcoming past or present obstacles. Everyone deserves to be happy and free of emotional pain. I believe empowering people to take charge of their life is liberating. I use a wide variety of counseling approaches customized to fit the individual. These include expressing emotion, identifying helpful and dysfunctional thinking/beliefs and changing behavior or developing strategies to create success. I am an open-minded therapist accepting the diversity of client lifestyle and gender.
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Tausha Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC, SQP, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50301 (Online Only)
I'm currently taking new clients who live in Missouri, Kansas, or Iowa. I take pride in providing confidential counseling sessions which are tailored to the individual needs of each client online from the comfort of your own home or office.
I'm currently taking new clients who live in Missouri, Kansas, or Iowa. I take pride in providing confidential counseling sessions which are tailored to the individual needs of each client online from the comfort of your own home or office.
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Amy J. Ugulini Pals
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50317
Not accepting new clients
Do you or your child have many strengths, but have symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, or trauma that are keeping you or your child from reaching your full potential? Does your child struggle with challenging behaviors that negatively impact his or her life? Therapy can help you overcome these symptoms and meet your goals! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, families, and adults. I look forward to helping you regain the strength and confidence in yourself and your ability to manage and conquer struggles you may be facing.
Do you or your child have many strengths, but have symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, or trauma that are keeping you or your child from reaching your full potential? Does your child struggle with challenging behaviors that negatively impact his or her life? Therapy can help you overcome these symptoms and meet your goals! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, families, and adults. I look forward to helping you regain the strength and confidence in yourself and your ability to manage and conquer struggles you may be facing.
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Craig A. Groehn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021 (Online Only)
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - Offering Brainspotting - It is both an honor and a privilege to work with people whose goals range from improving one’s success and performance to freedom from suffering and increasing health and happiness. I provide Brief individual, couple, family, group therapy and self-empowerment through teaching Self-Hypnosis. I specialize in working with PTSD, Trauma, Attachment issues, Anxiety, Men’s issues, Forgiveness work, Military/veterans and their family members.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - Offering Brainspotting - It is both an honor and a privilege to work with people whose goals range from improving one’s success and performance to freedom from suffering and increasing health and happiness. I provide Brief individual, couple, family, group therapy and self-empowerment through teaching Self-Hypnosis. I specialize in working with PTSD, Trauma, Attachment issues, Anxiety, Men’s issues, Forgiveness work, Military/veterans and their family members.
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We are here to walk with you when you need it most. Lutheran Family Service (LFS) has an expert team of compassionate therapists and counselors to help you with marital and relationship problems, depression and suicidal thoughts, anxiety and worry, trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, grief and loss, parenting concerns, life transitions, work and career concerns, or chronic mental illness.
We are here to walk with you when you need it most. Lutheran Family Service (LFS) has an expert team of compassionate therapists and counselors to help you with marital and relationship problems, depression and suicidal thoughts, anxiety and worry, trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, grief and loss, parenting concerns, life transitions, work and career concerns, or chronic mental illness.
Sometimes life can be difficult, and we need a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space to work through our struggles. My purpose as a counselor is to support you along the path to making positive changes in your life. It is not uncommon to feel stuck at times. I offer encouragement, hope, understanding, and added tools to assist you in achieving your goals.
Sometimes life can be difficult, and we need a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space to work through our struggles. My purpose as a counselor is to support you along the path to making positive changes in your life. It is not uncommon to feel stuck at times. I offer encouragement, hope, understanding, and added tools to assist you in achieving your goals.
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Travis Semmens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
West Des Moines, IA 50266
I enjoy working with children, teens, families, and adults to help them solve their problems. I have been working as a therapist since 2008, and worked with children at a residential campus for the six years prior to that. I love finding solutions and watching people blossom and thrive when they are no longer burdened by their personal struggles.
I enjoy working with children, teens, families, and adults to help them solve their problems. I have been working as a therapist since 2008, and worked with children at a residential campus for the six years prior to that. I love finding solutions and watching people blossom and thrive when they are no longer burdened by their personal struggles.
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I am currently accepting new clients. I have been practicing for 20 years and have been in the field for over 40. I have an I am currently accepting new clients. I have been practicing for 20 years. Are you having a tough time adjusting to life? Whether that be problems with depression, anxiety, or other life Stressors? Possibly you’ve experienced a lot of trauma in your life, or abuse, or you are wondering if your child has been sexually abused? I am here to help you through these difficult times. I also love working with adults who are trying to manage their issues one day at a time.
I am currently accepting new clients. I have been practicing for 20 years and have been in the field for over 40. I have an I am currently accepting new clients. I have been practicing for 20 years. Are you having a tough time adjusting to life? Whether that be problems with depression, anxiety, or other life Stressors? Possibly you’ve experienced a lot of trauma in your life, or abuse, or you are wondering if your child has been sexually abused? I am here to help you through these difficult times. I also love working with adults who are trying to manage their issues one day at a time.
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Heidi Lohff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
West Des Moines, IA 50266 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional trauma, or self-doubt? I help people develop the coping and communication skills needed to effectively manage the symptoms of a mental health challenge. We’ll connect online via telehealth sessions designed to help you heal from past trauma, uncover strengths, improve relationships, and just feel better. I’m a therapist at Embrace Health, a virtual mental health clinic that connects people to therapists and psychiatric specialists. It’s easy to sign up and get started. Just call us at 515-972-9938 or send me an email or visit our website to book an appointment.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional trauma, or self-doubt? I help people develop the coping and communication skills needed to effectively manage the symptoms of a mental health challenge. We’ll connect online via telehealth sessions designed to help you heal from past trauma, uncover strengths, improve relationships, and just feel better. I’m a therapist at Embrace Health, a virtual mental health clinic that connects people to therapists and psychiatric specialists. It’s easy to sign up and get started. Just call us at 515-972-9938 or send me an email or visit our website to book an appointment.
Online Therapists
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Trained in psychotherapy and QEEG brain mapping and neurofeedback. I can treat a host of disorders using QEEG brain mapping, neurofeedback and neurostimulation such as depression, anxiety, ptsd, OCD, ODD, Adhd, autism, and many more. I am working towards my BCN (Board Certified Neurofeedback) currently through the BCIA. Neurostimulation and neuromodulation show the brain how to behave, which quickly alleviates symptoms of mental health disorders. Both online and in person appointments available.
Trained in psychotherapy and QEEG brain mapping and neurofeedback. I can treat a host of disorders using QEEG brain mapping, neurofeedback and neurostimulation such as depression, anxiety, ptsd, OCD, ODD, Adhd, autism, and many more. I am working towards my BCN (Board Certified Neurofeedback) currently through the BCIA. Neurostimulation and neuromodulation show the brain how to behave, which quickly alleviates symptoms of mental health disorders. Both online and in person appointments available.
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Dr. Scott Terry
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT, LCPC, MFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grinnell, IA 50112
My goal is to help you discover how you can overcome your personal struggles and resolve the issues that are keeping you stuck so that you can live the life you envision for yourself. It's your time now! It's your time to live the life that you are destined to live. It would honor me to serve you now.
My goal is to help you discover how you can overcome your personal struggles and resolve the issues that are keeping you stuck so that you can live the life you envision for yourself. It's your time now! It's your time to live the life that you are destined to live. It would honor me to serve you now.
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Hey there! If you are reading this, I want to let you know that I am already proud of you for taking the first step in seeking help. My goal as a therapist is to work alongside you in achieving whatever challenges you are facing that is preventing you from living your best life. You can rest assured that working with me will be judgement-free.
Hey there! If you are reading this, I want to let you know that I am already proud of you for taking the first step in seeking help. My goal as a therapist is to work alongside you in achieving whatever challenges you are facing that is preventing you from living your best life. You can rest assured that working with me will be judgement-free.
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My approach to therapy is tailored to fit your needs. I utilize a variety of techniques and theories to provide you with the best possible care in a comforting environment. I pride myself in my genuine approach to nonjudgmental listening and working with clients to discover new possibilities for growth. I provide counseling to individuals, children, families, and couples by assisting them in recognizing their potential strengths and resilient ability to overcome life’s challenges. I strive to provide competent, compassionate, and client-centered counseling that supports individuals in processing past issues and managing struggles.
My approach to therapy is tailored to fit your needs. I utilize a variety of techniques and theories to provide you with the best possible care in a comforting environment. I pride myself in my genuine approach to nonjudgmental listening and working with clients to discover new possibilities for growth. I provide counseling to individuals, children, families, and couples by assisting them in recognizing their potential strengths and resilient ability to overcome life’s challenges. I strive to provide competent, compassionate, and client-centered counseling that supports individuals in processing past issues and managing struggles.
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I offer an in depth, diversity affirming approach to psychotherapy. I am passionate about providing clients with meaningful and effective services tailored to each person. My training, experience, and skill-set uniquely qualifies me to work within the intersections of addictions, attachment issues, traumatic experiences, and relationship issues. I engage with clients deeply to allow them to experience life more fully. Many people cover their genuine feelings to protect themselves from pain. I strive to create a safe environment where trust can be developed in the therapeutic relationship so that clients can gradually rely less on their need to protect themselves through self-destructive patterns.
I offer an in depth, diversity affirming approach to psychotherapy. I am passionate about providing clients with meaningful and effective services tailored to each person. My training, experience, and skill-set uniquely qualifies me to work within the intersections of addictions, attachment issues, traumatic experiences, and relationship issues. I engage with clients deeply to allow them to experience life more fully. Many people cover their genuine feelings to protect themselves from pain. I strive to create a safe environment where trust can be developed in the therapeutic relationship so that clients can gradually rely less on their need to protect themselves through self-destructive patterns.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy