Female Therapists in Fairfield, IA

I have been providing therapy to individuals, families, and couples for the past 25 years. I have extensive training and experience with trauma, anxiety, stress and relationships. I believe in meeting individuals where they are and assisting them to reach their goals. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, EMDR certified therapist, and Registered Yoga Teacher, I integrate different techniques in therapy to heal mind, body, spirit, and relationships.

Growth is a challenging and beautiful process. It is about discovering who we are and moving towards living life to our fullest potential. With over fifteen years of mental health experience, I have worked with a wide range of individuals. Each one's story is unique, each one of them is longing for something more. You are the expert of your journey. I am here to support and assist you with discovering your strengths and skills, so you can move towards living the life you have always wanted.

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.

My goal is to meet you wherever you are in this journey of life. I believe in working together collaboratively to help you heal and work towards your goals. I want to help you regain hope when it may seem too difficult or complicated to keep pushing forward.

I use mindfulness for anxiety, depression and addictions. I use a technique called Brain-spotting for trauma, Bereavement therapy for all kinds of loss and an emotionally based intervention for Couples in need of help. If any of these interventions pique your interest please contact me.

With over 30 years of experience in the field of social work I have worked extensively with individuals, couples and families. My therapy is client-directed so that clients can determine how quickly they wish to delve into and resolve problems they are experiencing. For those who are spiritually inclined I can also integrate work on a spiritual level which enhances psychological progress by allowing clients to go deep into the source of the challenges they are facing. My goal in working with clients is to work myself out of a job by facilitating movement toward a more fulfilling life.

Optimae Behavioral Health offers services throughout Iowa, including central, eastern, and southern Iowa counties. Our geographic area includes Des Moines, Ames, Marshalltown, Iowa City, Washington, Fairfield, Mt. Pleasant, Burlington, Ft. Madison, Newton, and Keokuk. A full service map can be found here: http://www.optimaelifeservices.com/locations

I became a therapist with a goal to intervene at early ages with children/youth who are at risk with the hopes to minimize long term behavioral issues that lead into criminal behavior. I currently work with children aged 8 and above and adults/couples/families who experience a variety of symptoms and real-life problems. Currently I am only accepting Tele-health clients.

I enjoy using practical approaches to assist individuals and couples improve their communication, activate their strengths, learn new skills, and better ways of coping with emotions and relationships. From 1999 to 2012 I taught a class on relationships at the University of Iowa. When it's useful, I help my clients by sharing information from the class with them.

I work with individuals who are ready to transform their mental health and wellbeing. Maybe you are trying to heal from the past, wanting to change your future, or learning to live in the present; maybe all three are true. Whatever your situation is, please know that change starts by taking the first step. I am here to help you take that step in creating the life you want and deserve! I work with individuals who are 15 years old and older.

The individuals who I work with in private practice are often feeling stuck, or unsure of their next steps. They may be in need of healthy coping skills, and have difficulty regulating emotions. They may have trouble maintaining abstinence from alcohol and drugs, or other addictive behaviors. They also may simply need support around their activities of daily living. I have found that as human beings, we long to feel empowered to reach our full potential. My goal is always to help folks connect to their highest self in order to grow.

I have many years of experience working with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I enjoy working with couples who want to improve their relationship, parents and their children who are having difficulty getting along, and individuals who may be struggling in their lives and have a desire for personal growth.