Grief Therapists in Iowa City, IA

I provide psychotherapy to adult individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, grief and loss, identity and relationship issues, life transitions, complex trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, and emotional intensity.

All of us have some hard and difficult times in life and we need some help. Although this can be humbling, it usually pays off in the end. I am a very flexible and laid back person and am here to help you with whatever it is you are struggling with. There will be no judgment and we will work on what only you want to work on. I believe there is no magic answer to everything and not everything works for everybody, so it is you and I trying to figure out what works best for you.

My passion is working with children and adolescents experiencing a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, LGBTQ+, life adjustments, and grief. I have a special interest working with clients who are/have experienced trauma and life transitions. I will help clients overcome challenging situations and build on self-awareness and resilience skills.

I am a licensed counselor specializing in anxiety-related issues. I can also help you find ways to better cope with depression, self-worth, eco-anxiety/climate grief, life transitions, relationships, and other concerns. You can anticipate an accepting, open, and non-judgmental relationship that holds the heaviness of life's challenges and encourages change.

Finding the right therapist can be a journey in itself and connecting with your therapist is imperative. I offer services for depression, grief, anxiety, stress, career & workplace difficulties, women's issues, postpartum anxiety, anger management, and coping with life changes. Nutrition is also a key player in some mental wellness issues and I feel is very important to assess. My approach provides empathy, engaged listening and behavior change support as part of my therapy style. I am licensed in both Iowa (MHC License 123416) & Texas (LPC 62282) as a counselor. I look forward to supporting you.

Limited availability for New Clients. Call/email for free consultation. I specialize in working with people with anxiety, addiction, depression and marital concerns. I have extensive training and certification in addiction counseling and offer SAP/DOT evaluations.

Susan G Schmitz, MSW, LISW and Sarah K Anderson, MSW, LISW work with adults, adolescents and some older elementary school-aged children along with their families. Common presenting issues include anxiety, depression, trauma, difficulty with life transitions such as divorce, grief and loss, and relationship issues. We employ a strengths-based approach within a non-judgmental, eclectic framework. We will work together to tailor treatment plans to your needs. Each of us offers a unique, yet similar approach, having been trained a generation apart, but within the same theories and modalities.

My clients describe me as laid back and non-judgmental, and I aim to provide an atmosphere where anyone can feel safe to explore feelings and experiences they may never have shared before. I’m also a strong believer in the importance of humor to a productive therapeutic relationship.

I work best with those who are interested in and motivated to deeply explore and understand themselves in the service of lasting growth. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief, OCD, relationship concerns, family-of-origin difficulties, and feelings of isolation and disconnection. I also have a strong interest in working with individuals with marginalized identities who present with identity-related challenges, especially when living in a context that doesn't support- or actively works to oppress- those identities.

Omnia is a licensed social worker who is passionate about providing services to individuals experiencing grief, loss, trauma, opioid and substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and life adjustments/transitions. Omnia provides individual therapy to clients ranging from 15 years old to adults. Omnia has worked in many different settings, including behavioral health clinics specializing in substance use disorders, crisis stabilization units, and supporting individuals and families experiencing the death of a loved one.

It can be very challenging and difficult to talk to someone about your mental health. Reaching out to a therapist is a brave first step towards healing. I aim to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment where I assist my client in constructing a treatment plan that works best for their current needs and lifestyle. In session, I utilize a combination of Person-Centered, Narrative, Cognitive-behavioral, and Solution Focused approaches to meet my client’s individualistic or holistic needs. I also specialize in the technique of brain-spotting and am currently working to earn certification.

We are a team of highly skilled folks who serve a wide variety of client needs. Our agency specifically focuses on support people who have struggled with trauma or complex trauma needs, including child sexual abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, religious trauma, refugee experiences and survivors of torture. We also support clients who are navigating key identity struggles including transgender and gender diverse clients, racial identity and trauma, grief and loss, and relationship and life transitions. We are experts in multicultural care, and in experiences of anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction and BPD.

I work with individuals seeking relief from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, as well as a variety of chronic health conditions.

Have you gone through a trauma that's still affecting you? Is it affecting your relationships or self-esteem? Or perhaps this trauma has made you feel stressed, overwhelmed and isolated. I’m a trained trauma psychologist and can assist you on a path to recovery and healing. Here are some (but not all) of the issues I can help with: abuse in relationships/childhood/adulthood, accidents, deployment to combat zones, losses/grief, divorce/relationship breakups, events that were humiliating and assaults.

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.

Curently scheduling 6 weeks out. My experience includes working with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years. I have been in private practice since 2009. I primarily work with adults and couples. My clinical specialties include marriage and relationship counseling for couples whose relationship is experiencing a crisis from issues as an affair, tragedy, stressors or suffering from loss of connection.

Michelle's approach to psychotherapy is grounded in her belief that the potential for healing and change lies within us all. She combines modern psychotherapy techniques with holistic mental health techniques to create an individual approach to healing to support client's experiencing anxiety/depression/grief and loss/trauma and life adjustments. Her goal is to provide therapeutic approaches and tools that can easily be integrated into daily life. She believes that creating a life of joy, meaning and balance are possible with the proper support and practice.

It can take incredible courage to acknowledge when we are in need of help and support, and making that first appointment can be a profound step towards positive change. Together we can create a space where you feel supported, valued, and seen as we collaboratively work towards goals that feel meaningful to you. I strive to bring an authentic, non-judgmental, and compassionate presence to sessions that empowers clients as the experts on their own lives. I often use cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure and response prevention, and mindfulness-based techniques in my work with clients.

Therapy is the gift of time and healing you give yourself and your relationships. My approach to therapy is integrative; my style is interactive, warm, and supportive. I walk along individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life stage transition. I also work with couples who need help to repair their relationship and feel close again. We all struggle from time to time; life can be much easier when we have someone to walk with us through the difficult times. *** Only accepting BC/BS at this time. ***