Depression Therapists in Des Moines, IA
Sharaine Webster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, IADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50312
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling lost? Alone? Misunderstood? Do you ever wish that you could just talk to someone and they not only understand how you feel, but also allow you to be yourself? If you are looking for someone to listen, to understand, to support and push you necessary, then my hope is that I can help you. My clinical areas of interest and expertise include: addictions (gambling, gaming, drugs and alcohol, sex), anxiety, depression, sexual health and human sexuality, attachment issues, LGBTQIA+ and relationship and premarital/marital issues. If any of this sounds familiar, I may be speaking directly to you.
Are you feeling lost? Alone? Misunderstood? Do you ever wish that you could just talk to someone and they not only understand how you feel, but also allow you to be yourself? If you are looking for someone to listen, to understand, to support and push you necessary, then my hope is that I can help you. My clinical areas of interest and expertise include: addictions (gambling, gaming, drugs and alcohol, sex), anxiety, depression, sexual health and human sexuality, attachment issues, LGBTQIA+ and relationship and premarital/marital issues. If any of this sounds familiar, I may be speaking directly to you.
Jordan Plummer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50312
Waitlist for new clients
Hope can be hard to come by in times of daily struggles and distress. But it’s also what keeps us walking down the hallways of life toward healing and relief. My goal has always been to help others find hope for their future. Hope when life brings challenges, hope despite the past, hope in the present, and hope for what’s to come. I believe every person has the ability to overcome and heal with even the smallest spark of hope. I have spent much of my career helping others develop skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as working through couple, family, and other relationship unit issues.
Hope can be hard to come by in times of daily struggles and distress. But it’s also what keeps us walking down the hallways of life toward healing and relief. My goal has always been to help others find hope for their future. Hope when life brings challenges, hope despite the past, hope in the present, and hope for what’s to come. I believe every person has the ability to overcome and heal with even the smallest spark of hope. I have spent much of my career helping others develop skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as working through couple, family, and other relationship unit issues.
Angela La Luzerne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50322
For 20+ years I've worked with clients to address depression, anxiety, chronic pain, relationship issues, substance use reduction or elimination, trauma, family conflict, etc.
Ever wonder, "why is this so hard?" "How did I find myself here?" "What do I do now?" You may feel hopeless or stuck. The desire to get unstuck - to make changes and show up for life in a happier, healthier way - is a noble one. The therapeutic relationship provides a safe, sacred space for you to explore new possibilities, especially as the journey may feel overwhelming at times. We often uncover thoughts, beliefs and behaviors that no longer serve you well. Through a variety of interventions, tailored to your individual needs, change IS possible! It is never too late to start caring for ourselves and others more effectively.
For 20+ years I've worked with clients to address depression, anxiety, chronic pain, relationship issues, substance use reduction or elimination, trauma, family conflict, etc.
Ever wonder, "why is this so hard?" "How did I find myself here?" "What do I do now?" You may feel hopeless or stuck. The desire to get unstuck - to make changes and show up for life in a happier, healthier way - is a noble one. The therapeutic relationship provides a safe, sacred space for you to explore new possibilities, especially as the journey may feel overwhelming at times. We often uncover thoughts, beliefs and behaviors that no longer serve you well. Through a variety of interventions, tailored to your individual needs, change IS possible! It is never too late to start caring for ourselves and others more effectively.
I am a child therapist providing services for children & adolescents ages 3-18. I work with the individual and family in areas relating to adjustment, anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, behavioral outbursts, grief, emotional regulation, trauma, family dynamics, intellectual disabilities, PANDAS, and developmental disorders. I use expressive therapy techniques to provide a safe space for rapport building & emotional processing. I teach individuals ways to effectively identify triggers, use mindfulness, express emotions/needs, & implement coping strategies to self-regulate.
I am a child therapist providing services for children & adolescents ages 3-18. I work with the individual and family in areas relating to adjustment, anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, behavioral outbursts, grief, emotional regulation, trauma, family dynamics, intellectual disabilities, PANDAS, and developmental disorders. I use expressive therapy techniques to provide a safe space for rapport building & emotional processing. I teach individuals ways to effectively identify triggers, use mindfulness, express emotions/needs, & implement coping strategies to self-regulate.
Ali Dotson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50309 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am so glad you're here! Seeking out therapy when feeling overwhelmed or stuck is an act of courage. As a therapist with over 10 years of experience, I am committed to providing a safe space to talk through your roadblocks, life transitions, and adverse experiences. I not only trust you are an expert of your own life, but also give you the opportunity to challenge deeply-held beliefs that may no longer serve purpose in your present life. My areas of expertise include perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and relationships.
I am so glad you're here! Seeking out therapy when feeling overwhelmed or stuck is an act of courage. As a therapist with over 10 years of experience, I am committed to providing a safe space to talk through your roadblocks, life transitions, and adverse experiences. I not only trust you are an expert of your own life, but also give you the opportunity to challenge deeply-held beliefs that may no longer serve purpose in your present life. My areas of expertise include perinatal mood disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and relationships.
Rebecca Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, IMH-E®
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50312
It takes strength and courage to ask for help. My goal is to help you use your strength to achieve your goals. The challenges of trauma, anxiety, depression and life events can be overwhelming. Whether you are needing support for yourself or your child, I offer a strength based and trauma informed therapeutic approach. I will work with you and your child to develop goals that build on your strengths and move towards healing. I use a strength based, trauma informed approach to services while using a variety of interventions specific to you or your child's needs.
It takes strength and courage to ask for help. My goal is to help you use your strength to achieve your goals. The challenges of trauma, anxiety, depression and life events can be overwhelming. Whether you are needing support for yourself or your child, I offer a strength based and trauma informed therapeutic approach. I will work with you and your child to develop goals that build on your strengths and move towards healing. I use a strength based, trauma informed approach to services while using a variety of interventions specific to you or your child's needs.
I specialize in the following areas: trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), perinatal mental health, grief and loss, dissociation, depression, and anxiety.
Hi! Marissa. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LHMC) in Ankeny, Iowa. I take a trauma-informed approach while focusing on perinatal, pregnancy and post-partum, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), life transitions, grief & loss, depression, and anxiety. I have a profound respect for using Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) with my clients who have experienced previously negative events in their lives. I also utilize Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) to work through OCD, anxiety, and phobias.
I specialize in the following areas: trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), perinatal mental health, grief and loss, dissociation, depression, and anxiety.
Hi! Marissa. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LHMC) in Ankeny, Iowa. I take a trauma-informed approach while focusing on perinatal, pregnancy and post-partum, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), life transitions, grief & loss, depression, and anxiety. I have a profound respect for using Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) with my clients who have experienced previously negative events in their lives. I also utilize Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) to work through OCD, anxiety, and phobias.
I have experience treating clients with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, neurodiversity, childhood and/or adult trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, and LGBTQI.
Accepting clients for 9am-3pm appointments. My clients, friends, and family would describe me as their personal cheerleader. My goal as your therapist is to help you explore the parts of you that feel burdened by wounds from relationships in your adult and young years. I want to encourage you every step of the way. I utilize Internal Family Systems, EMDR, IFIO couples/relationship therapies to help you reach your goals. I completed level two training in April 2024.
I have experience treating clients with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, neurodiversity, childhood and/or adult trauma, life transitions, relationship concerns, and LGBTQI.
Accepting clients for 9am-3pm appointments. My clients, friends, and family would describe me as their personal cheerleader. My goal as your therapist is to help you explore the parts of you that feel burdened by wounds from relationships in your adult and young years. I want to encourage you every step of the way. I utilize Internal Family Systems, EMDR, IFIO couples/relationship therapies to help you reach your goals. I completed level two training in April 2024.
I am currently able to accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield and United Healthcare Insurance. My practice is dedicated to providing support for individuals going through life transitions, dealing with depression and anxiety, and seeking mindfulness. I have a special focus on assisting those with ADHD, neurodivergence, LGBTQIA, kink, BDSM, ENM, and other sexual health and interpersonal concerns. I am experienced in helping clients navigate challenges related to executive functioning, sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation, communication, and identity exploration.
I am currently able to accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield and United Healthcare Insurance. My practice is dedicated to providing support for individuals going through life transitions, dealing with depression and anxiety, and seeking mindfulness. I have a special focus on assisting those with ADHD, neurodivergence, LGBTQIA, kink, BDSM, ENM, and other sexual health and interpersonal concerns. I am experienced in helping clients navigate challenges related to executive functioning, sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation, communication, and identity exploration.
I work with individuals who struggle with relationship issues, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery.
Finding the right partner in your counseling journey is especially important in the healing process. I provide a compassionate and supportive presence for individuals 18 and over who are struggling with a variety of life challenges and mental health issues. I also provide support to parents who are facing challenging situations with their children.
I work with individuals who struggle with relationship issues, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery.
Finding the right partner in your counseling journey is especially important in the healing process. I provide a compassionate and supportive presence for individuals 18 and over who are struggling with a variety of life challenges and mental health issues. I also provide support to parents who are facing challenging situations with their children.
As a mental health counselor specializing in sexual trauma and abuse, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ+ issues, my ideal clients are individuals aged 16 and up who are navigating the complex aftermath of their experiences.
Are you an individual with a history of sexual trauma? Do you think that your past experiences may be impacting your current relationships? Are you struggling with the effects of sexual trauma or abuse, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression? Do you identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community and seek a safe space to explore your identity? Are you neurodivergent and feeling misunderstood or isolated? Does your teenager show signs of anxiety or depression? Is your teen diagnosed with ADHD or Asperger’s (high-functioning autism)? Is your teen questioning their sexuality (sexual orientation or gender identity)?
As a mental health counselor specializing in sexual trauma and abuse, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ+ issues, my ideal clients are individuals aged 16 and up who are navigating the complex aftermath of their experiences.
Are you an individual with a history of sexual trauma? Do you think that your past experiences may be impacting your current relationships? Are you struggling with the effects of sexual trauma or abuse, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression? Do you identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community and seek a safe space to explore your identity? Are you neurodivergent and feeling misunderstood or isolated? Does your teenager show signs of anxiety or depression? Is your teen diagnosed with ADHD or Asperger’s (high-functioning autism)? Is your teen questioning their sexuality (sexual orientation or gender identity)?
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50312
Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, gender, or sexuality concerns; I am here.
Feeling disconnected, misunderstood, or like you are on the outside looking in? Do you feel unseen or unheard and want a therapist that strives to really see and hear you? I approach all clients as an interaction between two people, not just you talking. I often offer feedback, insights, and sometimes direction. I also love to laugh and swear with my clients, and I sometimes even cry with them. Most importantly, I see you as a unique and strong individual with a story to tell and a healing journey ahead of you; and I would be honored to share this journey with you.
Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, gender, or sexuality concerns; I am here.
Feeling disconnected, misunderstood, or like you are on the outside looking in? Do you feel unseen or unheard and want a therapist that strives to really see and hear you? I approach all clients as an interaction between two people, not just you talking. I often offer feedback, insights, and sometimes direction. I also love to laugh and swear with my clients, and I sometimes even cry with them. Most importantly, I see you as a unique and strong individual with a story to tell and a healing journey ahead of you; and I would be honored to share this journey with you.
Montana Meyer
Counselor, MA, NCC, tLMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50301 (Online Only)
My areas of specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), and suicidal ideation.
We all experience change; some alter our lives and functioning significantly. Making healthy adjustments can require skills which you have limited or no experience utilizing. Simply recognizing that you are having some difficulty, can be elusive, but is an essential first step. You may need support and further encouragement to take additional steps towards your healing. As your counselor, I can offer a collaborative and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings about the circumstances which are presenting in your life and support you as you move through your journey.
My areas of specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), and suicidal ideation.
We all experience change; some alter our lives and functioning significantly. Making healthy adjustments can require skills which you have limited or no experience utilizing. Simply recognizing that you are having some difficulty, can be elusive, but is an essential first step. You may need support and further encouragement to take additional steps towards your healing. As your counselor, I can offer a collaborative and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings about the circumstances which are presenting in your life and support you as you move through your journey.
Here With You Counseling (Caroline Oestreich LISW)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50315
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, therapy seeker! Sometimes we need a little help to find the answers within ourselves. This is an environment for individuals that are open to self-exploration and are motivated to improve their well-being. Here, you're ready to develop improved coping skills and find relief from negative thought patterns and persistent feelings of distress. I work closely with individuals experiencing grief, stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Hello, therapy seeker! Sometimes we need a little help to find the answers within ourselves. This is an environment for individuals that are open to self-exploration and are motivated to improve their well-being. Here, you're ready to develop improved coping skills and find relief from negative thought patterns and persistent feelings of distress. I work closely with individuals experiencing grief, stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
My background includes over ten years of serving individuals affected by anxiety, depression, substance abuse, OCD, issues with sexuality and pornography, physical and intellectual disabilities, chronic illness, grief, PTSD, LGBTQA+ issues, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Counseling is an opportunity for us to strengthen connection with ourselves and others, while moving forward in life with greater satisfaction. Every hurt, hope, struggle and triumph is welcome here, as we work together to discover strength, wisdom, and direction through even life’s most difficult experiences. Each of us carries our own unique perspective and challenges — I tailor my approach to meet every client where they at without judgment.
My background includes over ten years of serving individuals affected by anxiety, depression, substance abuse, OCD, issues with sexuality and pornography, physical and intellectual disabilities, chronic illness, grief, PTSD, LGBTQA+ issues, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Counseling is an opportunity for us to strengthen connection with ourselves and others, while moving forward in life with greater satisfaction. Every hurt, hope, struggle and triumph is welcome here, as we work together to discover strength, wisdom, and direction through even life’s most difficult experiences. Each of us carries our own unique perspective and challenges — I tailor my approach to meet every client where they at without judgment.
Stephanie Willey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50311 (Online Only)
While it may be tempting to delay starting therapy, it’s easier than you realize to take the first step toward improving your anxiety, depression, trauma, family therapy/parental support, couples communication or coping.
While it may be tempting to delay starting therapy, it’s easier than you realize to take the first step toward improving your anxiety, depression, trauma, family therapy/parental support, couples communication or coping.
Greg Allen Fuqua
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ASDCS
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50309
Waitlist for new clients
I am Divergent Counseling, Coaching and Consulting, Greg Fuqua, MA, LMHC, (in West Des Moines). I am not currently have a very long waitlist. I work with clients 16 yrs old and up. I am an Autistic Clinical Specialist (Level 1 Adults) and a Neurodiverse Couples Therapist level 2. I love working with individuals, couples and families, trans and LGBTQ+, neurodivergence, ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, DID and more. I often use SE, IFS, ACT and I have an existentialist theoretical orientation. I believe in two big humanistic values; our need for connection and our need for expression. I cant wait to meet you!
I am Divergent Counseling, Coaching and Consulting, Greg Fuqua, MA, LMHC, (in West Des Moines). I am not currently have a very long waitlist. I work with clients 16 yrs old and up. I am an Autistic Clinical Specialist (Level 1 Adults) and a Neurodiverse Couples Therapist level 2. I love working with individuals, couples and families, trans and LGBTQ+, neurodivergence, ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, DID and more. I often use SE, IFS, ACT and I have an existentialist theoretical orientation. I believe in two big humanistic values; our need for connection and our need for expression. I cant wait to meet you!
Therapy can look like so many different things and assist in the healing process in many different ways. I am ready to assist in the journey of defining what therapy looks like for you. I received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Iowa State University and a Masters degree in Social Work from Grand View University. I hold a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). I want to ensure the best possible experience is achieved through our therapeutic relationship.
Therapy can look like so many different things and assist in the healing process in many different ways. I am ready to assist in the journey of defining what therapy looks like for you. I received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Iowa State University and a Masters degree in Social Work from Grand View University. I hold a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). I want to ensure the best possible experience is achieved through our therapeutic relationship.
No matter where you are on your journey to a brighter future, I’m ready to walk alongside you. I have been trained in providing trauma-focused therapy, and I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). However, I pull from many other practices as well, so we can work together to find what works best for you.
No matter where you are on your journey to a brighter future, I’m ready to walk alongside you. I have been trained in providing trauma-focused therapy, and I specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). However, I pull from many other practices as well, so we can work together to find what works best for you.
Life is like a dance between various partners, with each partner leading at a different time. Maybe your life is currently a dance between the past and the future, with the future leading some moments and the past leading others. Or maybe your life is like a dance between holding on and letting go. Or grace and justice. Or action and rest.
Life is like a dance between various partners, with each partner leading at a different time. Maybe your life is currently a dance between the past and the future, with the future leading some moments and the past leading others. Or maybe your life is like a dance between holding on and letting go. Or grace and justice. Or action and rest.
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