The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Therapists in Malcom, IA
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Chelsea Cheney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, TLMFT
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with unique issues within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including mixed-faith marriages, and working with medical professional and their families.
I believe that everyone's capable of experiencing an emotionally healthy and fulfilling life regardless of their unique circumstance. With therapy to find insight into past pain and trauma, wounds old and new can be healed, and tools can be discovered to deal with present and future challenges. My clients are ready to be the agents of change in their lives through their personal growth instead of waiting for the world around them to change. I believe that through therapy with me, individuals have the innate wisdom and courage that can be discovered to find their best paths forward with compassion for self and others.
I specialize in working with unique issues within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including mixed-faith marriages, and working with medical professional and their families.
I believe that everyone's capable of experiencing an emotionally healthy and fulfilling life regardless of their unique circumstance. With therapy to find insight into past pain and trauma, wounds old and new can be healed, and tools can be discovered to deal with present and future challenges. My clients are ready to be the agents of change in their lives through their personal growth instead of waiting for the world around them to change. I believe that through therapy with me, individuals have the innate wisdom and courage that can be discovered to find their best paths forward with compassion for self and others.
Meredith Francom
Counselor, MA, tLMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010
Waitlist for new clients
I truly believe that forming a genuine connection is where the magic happens in counseling. My whole approach revolves around building a strong bond that paves the way for healing. I make it a point to create a safe and supportive space where you can be your true self and feel totally accepted. We'll team up to help you understand who you are, dig into how the past shapes your present, look at how different systems affect your well-being, and learn strategies and skills for moving forward.
I truly believe that forming a genuine connection is where the magic happens in counseling. My whole approach revolves around building a strong bond that paves the way for healing. I make it a point to create a safe and supportive space where you can be your true self and feel totally accepted. We'll team up to help you understand who you are, dig into how the past shapes your present, look at how different systems affect your well-being, and learn strategies and skills for moving forward.
Sarah Andersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Engaging in therapy is a brave step and I applaud you for being open to this journey. My goal is to provide an accepting and welcoming environment where thoughts and feelings are explored without judgment. I strive to be open and understanding as you work through the unique challenges of life and learn more about yourself along the way. I believe you are braver, smarter, and more valuable than you truly realize.
Engaging in therapy is a brave step and I applaud you for being open to this journey. My goal is to provide an accepting and welcoming environment where thoughts and feelings are explored without judgment. I strive to be open and understanding as you work through the unique challenges of life and learn more about yourself along the way. I believe you are braver, smarter, and more valuable than you truly realize.
ABCD Therapy & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Tiffany Thomas-Killam
Counselor, tLMHC, MA, EMDR, RYT, CCPT
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50312
Waitlist for new clients
Full until Oct 24'. I work with adolescents, adults and couples. As a former high school educator, I'm passionate about helping adolescents who are experiencing anxiety, stress, and self-esteem issues. I have special interests in working with student athletes, LGBTQ clients, and those in faith transitions. I am also passionate about helping couples reconnect, stop ineffective communication patterns, heal emotional wounds and navigate mismatched values and desires. I use my background as a yoga teacher to incorporate mindfulness and meditation techniques (tantra, metta, spiritual, moving) when these approaches serve the client.
Full until Oct 24'. I work with adolescents, adults and couples. As a former high school educator, I'm passionate about helping adolescents who are experiencing anxiety, stress, and self-esteem issues. I have special interests in working with student athletes, LGBTQ clients, and those in faith transitions. I am also passionate about helping couples reconnect, stop ineffective communication patterns, heal emotional wounds and navigate mismatched values and desires. I use my background as a yoga teacher to incorporate mindfulness and meditation techniques (tantra, metta, spiritual, moving) when these approaches serve the client.
Charles Michael King
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Branch, IA 52358 (Online Only)
Do you find your desire to escape from the struggles of life interfering with your enjoyment of said life? Are you struggling to feel connected with others and/or yourself? Does the past weigh you down? Do worries/fears about the "what ifs" interfere with your ability to decide what to do? Are there other questions and concerns "tossing around in the old noggin?" If so, please keep reading to see how I may be able to help you help yourself.
Do you find your desire to escape from the struggles of life interfering with your enjoyment of said life? Are you struggling to feel connected with others and/or yourself? Does the past weigh you down? Do worries/fears about the "what ifs" interfere with your ability to decide what to do? Are there other questions and concerns "tossing around in the old noggin?" If so, please keep reading to see how I may be able to help you help yourself.
I've been a therapist for more than 17 years and am passionate about working with children and families. I offer telehealth and in person therapy. If your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, impulse control, hyperactivity, inattention, poor boundaries, anger outbursts, emotional regulation, adjusting to separation/divorce, blending families, coping with the death of a loved one or even a family pet, I'm here to help.
I've been a therapist for more than 17 years and am passionate about working with children and families. I offer telehealth and in person therapy. If your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, impulse control, hyperactivity, inattention, poor boundaries, anger outbursts, emotional regulation, adjusting to separation/divorce, blending families, coping with the death of a loved one or even a family pet, I'm here to help.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work together effectively, but, especially for those whose concerns relate to their religion or cultural background, a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond, even if they do not have an extensive history with or understanding of their client’s background before therapy begins.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Church of Christ/Latter Day Saints values?
Each individual brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of therapeutic modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition such as LDS that strongly influences the conduct of everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process.
Why might someone feel comfortable with an LDS-attuned therapist?
While qualifications and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. It is wise to find a therapist who is responsive to your questions and concerns and with whom you feel you can establish a rapport. A therapist who is sensitive to LDS values and beliefs and the role they play in the lives of Church members can offer Mormon clients a welcome sense of safety, assurance that their community and culture will be understood, and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, all of which support the therapeutic process.
How do I recognize a good LDS therapist?
LDS therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Mormon principles and values. They have an understanding of the culture and the important role the Church plays in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of emotional difficulties those raised in the faith can be prone to. Like all effective therapists, a good LDS therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of everyday life.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Mormon/LDS therapists?
The directory of LDS therapists includes therapists who have shared their cultural background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information; these individuals would not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with LDS clients and/or communities, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.