Female Therapists in Hiawatha, IA
Madison Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, tLMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone deserves compassion and love, as well as a place to feel safe and supported. I take a collaborative approach in working with clients to discover their true potential and reach their desired goals. I strive to provide each person with a nonjudgmental and safe place for emotional expression, exploration of perspective, and finding personal understanding and acceptance. I truly believe that every person is capable of growth and improvement, whatever that may look like for their personal journey.
Everyone deserves compassion and love, as well as a place to feel safe and supported. I take a collaborative approach in working with clients to discover their true potential and reach their desired goals. I strive to provide each person with a nonjudgmental and safe place for emotional expression, exploration of perspective, and finding personal understanding and acceptance. I truly believe that every person is capable of growth and improvement, whatever that may look like for their personal journey.
Each person has a unique and valid story; it is a privilege to get to learn each client’s. As a clinician, my goal is to help discover and expand clients' existing resources and skills, in order to grow in the directions they choose. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who may have PTSD and a history of trauma in their lives, ADHD, anxiety, depression, struggles with body image, weight stigma, and/or sexuality. I welcome clients who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as those who may practice nontraditional relationship structures such as consensual nonmonogamy.
Each person has a unique and valid story; it is a privilege to get to learn each client’s. As a clinician, my goal is to help discover and expand clients' existing resources and skills, in order to grow in the directions they choose. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who may have PTSD and a history of trauma in their lives, ADHD, anxiety, depression, struggles with body image, weight stigma, and/or sexuality. I welcome clients who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as those who may practice nontraditional relationship structures such as consensual nonmonogamy.
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.
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.
From time to time everyone faces obstacles, changes, and challenges. When these experiences arise, no one should have to face them alone. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, alone, or at the end of your rope. Maybe you want to understand more about yourself, want support and guidance for your child, or need a place to process impactful life experiences. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, I am committed to helping you meet your unique goals.
From time to time everyone faces obstacles, changes, and challenges. When these experiences arise, no one should have to face them alone. Maybe you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, alone, or at the end of your rope. Maybe you want to understand more about yourself, want support and guidance for your child, or need a place to process impactful life experiences. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, I am committed to helping you meet your unique goals.
Elizabeth Miller-White
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, t-LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Elizabeth Miller-White, MA, tLMFT is a temporary licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Elizabeth believes each client is the expert in their own lives. Elizabeth enjoys working with adult individuals, children 8 and up, and couples. Elizabeth's interests include depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, ADHD, couple issues including discernment counseling, borderline personality disorder, attachment issues, domestic abuse victims, and eating disorders.
Elizabeth Miller-White, MA, tLMFT is a temporary licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Elizabeth believes each client is the expert in their own lives. Elizabeth enjoys working with adult individuals, children 8 and up, and couples. Elizabeth's interests include depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, ADHD, couple issues including discernment counseling, borderline personality disorder, attachment issues, domestic abuse victims, and eating disorders.
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.
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.
It's not always easy taking the first step to seek out counseling, but chances are, if you are here, you are recognize that something isn't working for you and you are ready to make some changes in your life. Working collaboratively, counseling can address these issues to help you achieve your personal wellness goals.
It's not always easy taking the first step to seek out counseling, but chances are, if you are here, you are recognize that something isn't working for you and you are ready to make some changes in your life. Working collaboratively, counseling can address these issues to help you achieve your personal wellness goals.
Kristin Cannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist, it is my goal to provide you a safe and comfortable space to process through difficult experiences and emotions. I want to collaborate with you to address any areas of growth that you are hoping to address. YOU, as the client, are the driving force behind our therapy work together. I work with teens aged 14-17, as well as adults 18 and older, focusing on addressing concerns related to self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience working with individuals across various age groups in schools, homes, and the community.
As a therapist, it is my goal to provide you a safe and comfortable space to process through difficult experiences and emotions. I want to collaborate with you to address any areas of growth that you are hoping to address. YOU, as the client, are the driving force behind our therapy work together. I work with teens aged 14-17, as well as adults 18 and older, focusing on addressing concerns related to self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience working with individuals across various age groups in schools, homes, and the community.
You’re here and you're looking for a space where you can be heard without judgement. You keep telling yourself that everything is “fine”, but you know it’s not. Maybe things have been overwhelming or big events have shaken up your life. You’re looking for a space where you’ll feel comfortable and safe so that you can be free to express yourself. Maybe you’re not even sure how to do that. You just know that you need something different. Therapy can help you discover how to express yourself and move your life in the direction that you want it to go.
You’re here and you're looking for a space where you can be heard without judgement. You keep telling yourself that everything is “fine”, but you know it’s not. Maybe things have been overwhelming or big events have shaken up your life. You’re looking for a space where you’ll feel comfortable and safe so that you can be free to express yourself. Maybe you’re not even sure how to do that. You just know that you need something different. Therapy can help you discover how to express yourself and move your life in the direction that you want it to go.
Heidi Powers
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Erin Forbes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
As a therapist, I believe that a person is more than just the sum of their experiences. Each one of us is made up of our unique thoughts, emotions and ideas. I have devoted my career to finding ways of honoring who you are, as well as who you want to become. My clients range from children to adults, and my special interests are with teens, parents and families. I am clinically trained to help individuals and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, conflicts and grief. My style is direct, non-judgmental and supportive, as we work together to create a treatment plan that uniquely fits your needs.
As a therapist, I believe that a person is more than just the sum of their experiences. Each one of us is made up of our unique thoughts, emotions and ideas. I have devoted my career to finding ways of honoring who you are, as well as who you want to become. My clients range from children to adults, and my special interests are with teens, parents and families. I am clinically trained to help individuals and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, conflicts and grief. My style is direct, non-judgmental and supportive, as we work together to create a treatment plan that uniquely fits your needs.
Emmalyne Farwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Throughout my past professional experiences working with victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, and other types of violent traumas, I walked alongside clients as they lived through some of the most difficult chapters in their stories. Being trusted with someone's story is an honor and a privilege, and should never be taken lightly. When a client walks into my office, my goal is to ensure that they feel safe, supported, valued, and empowered. There are numerous systems that people interact with that can have major impacts on their lives.
Throughout my past professional experiences working with victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, and other types of violent traumas, I walked alongside clients as they lived through some of the most difficult chapters in their stories. Being trusted with someone's story is an honor and a privilege, and should never be taken lightly. When a client walks into my office, my goal is to ensure that they feel safe, supported, valued, and empowered. There are numerous systems that people interact with that can have major impacts on their lives.
There comes a time in people’s lives when they aren’t comfortable where they are and want a change. I believe people deserve to live happier lives with renewed hope whether they are experiencing uncomfortable adjustments or have been enduring painful moments in life. It is my hope to meet clients where they are and provide a supportive and accepting environment, while collaboratively working towards the client’s goals. By encouraging individuals, couples, and families to be experts in their own lives, we can create lasting positive change to increase quality of life.
There comes a time in people’s lives when they aren’t comfortable where they are and want a change. I believe people deserve to live happier lives with renewed hope whether they are experiencing uncomfortable adjustments or have been enduring painful moments in life. It is my hope to meet clients where they are and provide a supportive and accepting environment, while collaboratively working towards the client’s goals. By encouraging individuals, couples, and families to be experts in their own lives, we can create lasting positive change to increase quality of life.
Lindsay Miles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Waitlist for new clients
No one should move through life, silently experiencing emotional distress with little to no sense of hope, yet so many individuals do. Whether it be a result of biology and/or experience, a person’s thoughts and emotions can greatly shape their reality- leaving them to struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel. By reconnecting with their values and seeing one's purpose in life, a person can begin to break free from the hold that uncomfortable thoughts and emotions can have on them. While involvement in therapy entails a great deal of vulnerability, it can also be an important step toward desired growth.
No one should move through life, silently experiencing emotional distress with little to no sense of hope, yet so many individuals do. Whether it be a result of biology and/or experience, a person’s thoughts and emotions can greatly shape their reality- leaving them to struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel. By reconnecting with their values and seeing one's purpose in life, a person can begin to break free from the hold that uncomfortable thoughts and emotions can have on them. While involvement in therapy entails a great deal of vulnerability, it can also be an important step toward desired growth.
Rebecca Long
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, t-LMFT, MA Ed
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Your lived experience is complex and beautiful. When life upends what once felt stable, you might question how to move forward. Through the lenses of attachment theory and mind-body connection, I help clients understand the "why" of their symptoms and the validity of their experience. Together, we find a way forward that feels authentic, life-giving, and even more beautiful than before. I hold safe, collaborative and affirming space for all.
Your lived experience is complex and beautiful. When life upends what once felt stable, you might question how to move forward. Through the lenses of attachment theory and mind-body connection, I help clients understand the "why" of their symptoms and the validity of their experience. Together, we find a way forward that feels authentic, life-giving, and even more beautiful than before. I hold safe, collaborative and affirming space for all.
www.corecounselingwellness.com. Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Eating, Relatinshionship Challenges, Motivation, Career Change, Life Adjustments, and Wellness. Therapeutic modalities: •EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing •CBT: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy •DBT: Dialectic Behavioral Therapy. Certified Wellness Coach and Yoga RYT 200. Lisa approaches counseling holistically, an inner discovery process, including all areas of wellness – emotional, social, psychological.
www.corecounselingwellness.com. Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Eating, Relatinshionship Challenges, Motivation, Career Change, Life Adjustments, and Wellness. Therapeutic modalities: •EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing •CBT: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy •DBT: Dialectic Behavioral Therapy. Certified Wellness Coach and Yoga RYT 200. Lisa approaches counseling holistically, an inner discovery process, including all areas of wellness – emotional, social, psychological.
The Wellness Collective
Counselor, LMHC, RPT-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
As a play therapist, my passion is assisting children and their families in being able to process and heal through traumatic and difficult situations. I believe children are resilient and their main source of communication is through their play. I highly value offering a safe, accepting, and non-judgmental environment for individuals to begin making the changes and progress they are hoping for. By making these changes, our clients have the ability to live the life they want and do so successfully.
As a play therapist, my passion is assisting children and their families in being able to process and heal through traumatic and difficult situations. I believe children are resilient and their main source of communication is through their play. I highly value offering a safe, accepting, and non-judgmental environment for individuals to begin making the changes and progress they are hoping for. By making these changes, our clients have the ability to live the life they want and do so successfully.
A straightforward approach is necessary in order to promote lasting change. My goal as your therapist is to create a comfortable environment for you to identify and express your thoughts and feelings. I have worked in the mental health field for 15+ years, and with my knowledge and experience I will help guide you to the solutions you need in a direct and genuine way. I utilize a variety of approaches supplemented by training in EMDR, CBT, and DBT to assist you in developing your strengths and working through your challenges. I am also an Approved Clinical Supervisor and provide licensure supervision to tLMHC and tLMFT providers.
A straightforward approach is necessary in order to promote lasting change. My goal as your therapist is to create a comfortable environment for you to identify and express your thoughts and feelings. I have worked in the mental health field for 15+ years, and with my knowledge and experience I will help guide you to the solutions you need in a direct and genuine way. I utilize a variety of approaches supplemented by training in EMDR, CBT, and DBT to assist you in developing your strengths and working through your challenges. I am also an Approved Clinical Supervisor and provide licensure supervision to tLMHC and tLMFT providers.
Angela Cantrell Fielding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT
Verified Verified
Hiawatha, IA 52233
I am a licensed independent social worker with over 20 years experience. I have provided 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 am a licensed independent social worker with over 20 years experience. I have provided 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 have experience working with many mental health concerns and I am passionate about working with people struggling with anxiety and OCD, as well as supporting people in the LGBTQ+ community. My work focuses on helping people navigate challenges using their knowledge of themselves and the skills and abilities they have developed over their lives. I believe my clients are the experts on themselves and work collaboratively to help them discover what works best for them.
I have experience working with many mental health concerns and I am passionate about working with people struggling with anxiety and OCD, as well as supporting people in the LGBTQ+ community. My work focuses on helping people navigate challenges using their knowledge of themselves and the skills and abilities they have developed over their lives. I believe my clients are the experts on themselves and work collaboratively to help them discover what works best for them.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.