Female Therapists in Monticello, IA
My specialty interests include women's health and interpersonal trauma.
I am passionate about helping others reach their true potential and I am incredibly excited to have the opportunity to work with you to overcome mental health problems, trauma, grief and loss, relationship problems and other life struggles and transitions. Individuals from all backgrounds are welcome - care is confidential and non-judgmental. My goal is to help you become the best possible version of yourself.
My specialty interests include women's health and interpersonal trauma.
I am passionate about helping others reach their true potential and I am incredibly excited to have the opportunity to work with you to overcome mental health problems, trauma, grief and loss, relationship problems and other life struggles and transitions. Individuals from all backgrounds are welcome - care is confidential and non-judgmental. My goal is to help you become the best possible version of yourself.
Nicole M Monk-Stoneking
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monticello, IA 52310
Hello! My name is Nicole and I am providing therapy services at my private practice in Monticello since 2017. I specialize in children and adolescents. I’ve worked as a therapist since 2008, in the school system as well as doing in-home family therapy with juveniles in the court system. I look forward to helping children work through various issues in a safe, fun, non-threatening setting. I am a registered play therapist but utilize several other evidence based approaches depending on client needs. My office has 3 long term therapists, allowing us to provide consistent services to multiple family members, when needed! Thank you!
Hello! My name is Nicole and I am providing therapy services at my private practice in Monticello since 2017. I specialize in children and adolescents. I’ve worked as a therapist since 2008, in the school system as well as doing in-home family therapy with juveniles in the court system. I look forward to helping children work through various issues in a safe, fun, non-threatening setting. I am a registered play therapist but utilize several other evidence based approaches depending on client needs. My office has 3 long term therapists, allowing us to provide consistent services to multiple family members, when needed! Thank you!
Areas of experience include adults and families, relationship concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, aging, women issues, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, coping and parenting.
I believe that within us all lies inherent strength and resilience that allows us to navigate even the most difficult barriers and challenges. I strive to provide a safe, relaxed, compassionate environment free of judgement and pre-conceived notions. It is within this environment that you can begin to explore and access your inner strengths and work through those barriers you may have found to be insurmountable throughout your life. Through practical and supportive methods based on cognitive behavioral, client-centered and humanistic approaches, we will collaborate in order to address your self determined goals.
Areas of experience include adults and families, relationship concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, aging, women issues, stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, coping and parenting.
I believe that within us all lies inherent strength and resilience that allows us to navigate even the most difficult barriers and challenges. I strive to provide a safe, relaxed, compassionate environment free of judgement and pre-conceived notions. It is within this environment that you can begin to explore and access your inner strengths and work through those barriers you may have found to be insurmountable throughout your life. Through practical and supportive methods based on cognitive behavioral, client-centered and humanistic approaches, we will collaborate in order to address your self determined goals.
Melissa Paulsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Monticello, IA 52310
No matter why you are seeking therapy, my goal is to make you feel comfortable while helping you to explore whatever life stressor you are currently experiencing in a safe and accepting environment. I have helped individuals, couples, and families to develop open communication, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and overall improvement in each client's emotional wellbeing and life satisfaction. I also have experience working on issues such as depression and mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, oppositional defiant disorder, self-harm, and other adjustment-related stressors.
No matter why you are seeking therapy, my goal is to make you feel comfortable while helping you to explore whatever life stressor you are currently experiencing in a safe and accepting environment. I have helped individuals, couples, and families to develop open communication, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and overall improvement in each client's emotional wellbeing and life satisfaction. I also have experience working on issues such as depression and mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, oppositional defiant disorder, self-harm, and other adjustment-related stressors.
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P Kayti Pohlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Anamosa, IA 52205 (Online Only)
Are you committed to making changes but don’t know where to start? As a trauma-focused therapist, we can work together to take those first steps. I am straightforward, use gentle humor within my practice, and will always help clients explore all of their options so they can make informed decisions. I have a specialty in sexual abuse/ assault, human trafficking and intimate partner recovery as well as experience in trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, family dynamics and child loss.
Are you committed to making changes but don’t know where to start? As a trauma-focused therapist, we can work together to take those first steps. I am straightforward, use gentle humor within my practice, and will always help clients explore all of their options so they can make informed decisions. I have a specialty in sexual abuse/ assault, human trafficking and intimate partner recovery as well as experience in trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, family dynamics and child loss.
I see therapy as a non-judgmental space where clients can feel safe to express themselves freely. I provide a laid-back approach to help clients feel at ease. Therapy is provided to children from the ages of 5 to 18, and adults. I also provide couple's therapy and family therapy. I have experience with anger management, ADHD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, self-harm, and other disorders. I also have experience with those that may have learning disabilities or intellectual disabilities.
I see therapy as a non-judgmental space where clients can feel safe to express themselves freely. I provide a laid-back approach to help clients feel at ease. Therapy is provided to children from the ages of 5 to 18, and adults. I also provide couple's therapy and family therapy. I have experience with anger management, ADHD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, self-harm, and other disorders. I also have experience with those that may have learning disabilities or intellectual disabilities.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is dedicated to working with children age 4-12 and adults needing assistance in coping with anxiety, depression, behaviors, life changes and relationships.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is dedicated to working with children age 4-12 and adults needing assistance in coping with anxiety, depression, behaviors, life changes and relationships.
Rebecca Booth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anamosa, IA 52205 (Online Only)
Everyone deserves to tell their story and to be listened to with respect and dignity. My passion is to give people a safe space to tell their stories so they can start on their path of healing. I assist my clients with finding a different perspective about their story or problem so they can build better relationships, navigate the future, and heal completely as a person. I have immediate openings for telehealth only at this time. If you email me please check your spam or trash folders for responses.
Everyone deserves to tell their story and to be listened to with respect and dignity. My passion is to give people a safe space to tell their stories so they can start on their path of healing. I assist my clients with finding a different perspective about their story or problem so they can build better relationships, navigate the future, and heal completely as a person. I have immediate openings for telehealth only at this time. If you email me please check your spam or trash folders for responses.
I strongly believe in the proverb "A problem shared is a problem halved" and I want my clients to feel comfortable sharing their problems with me. I have experience with working with ages 8 and up on a variety of issues from anger, depression and anxiety to substance use disorders, relationships and auditory hallucinations. I want to work with my clients to find ways to meet their goals.
I strongly believe in the proverb "A problem shared is a problem halved" and I want my clients to feel comfortable sharing their problems with me. I have experience with working with ages 8 and up on a variety of issues from anger, depression and anxiety to substance use disorders, relationships and auditory hallucinations. I want to work with my clients to find ways to meet their goals.
Online Therapists
Amy Roling- Inspire Counseling & Coaching
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Waverly, IA 50677
Waitlist for new clients
I have been working in the counseling field for 25 years. I enjoy helping clients help themselves move forward and live a healthier life. I've worked in college counseling centers, community mental health, schools, and in Corporate America. I use a cognitive behavioral approach and focus on each client's strengths. I've worked with many clinical issues: including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and many other issues that interfere with one's ability to enjoy life. I truly believe that if an individual, couple or family want help, healing is possible.
I have been working in the counseling field for 25 years. I enjoy helping clients help themselves move forward and live a healthier life. I've worked in college counseling centers, community mental health, schools, and in Corporate America. I use a cognitive behavioral approach and focus on each client's strengths. I've worked with many clinical issues: including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and many other issues that interfere with one's ability to enjoy life. I truly believe that if an individual, couple or family want help, healing is possible.
Stacy Grooms
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Stacy Grooms is a graduate of Mt. Mercy University, having earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in August of 2021. Stacy strives to offer a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, safe, and nonjudgmental. Stacy is excited to work with couples and families as well as individual adults, teens, and children. Particularly couples with fidelity, communication, and intimacy issues. Families in times of turmoil. Individuals with panic disorders, personality disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Stacy Grooms is a graduate of Mt. Mercy University, having earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in August of 2021. Stacy strives to offer a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, safe, and nonjudgmental. Stacy is excited to work with couples and families as well as individual adults, teens, and children. Particularly couples with fidelity, communication, and intimacy issues. Families in times of turmoil. Individuals with panic disorders, personality disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Our distinct hands-on experience-based approach is designed to empower clients to analyze their situations, make connections, and find their own solutions through personal and physical experiences. It is effective because it embraces the philosophy that humans learn best by doing. Clients have reported that they have been able to change and grow more effectively and quickly than through traditional approaches.
Our distinct hands-on experience-based approach is designed to empower clients to analyze their situations, make connections, and find their own solutions through personal and physical experiences. It is effective because it embraces the philosophy that humans learn best by doing. Clients have reported that they have been able to change and grow more effectively and quickly than through traditional approaches.
Julie Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charles City, IA 50616
I am a Licensed Independent Level Social Worker (LISW). I have been involved in the human service field for 28 years and have been providing therapy services for 18 years. I have a varied background with experience in corrections, in-home family therapy, mental health emergency evaluations and community mental health. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, domestic violence victims, people struggling with parenting issues, chronic mental illness, depression and anxiety.
I am a Licensed Independent Level Social Worker (LISW). I have been involved in the human service field for 28 years and have been providing therapy services for 18 years. I have a varied background with experience in corrections, in-home family therapy, mental health emergency evaluations and community mental health. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, domestic violence victims, people struggling with parenting issues, chronic mental illness, depression and anxiety.
Working with me, you will always lead the way, with my support. Do you desire a life full of positive emotions! Working with me you will be exposed to experiencing pleasure and learning skills to build and maintain positive emotions and positive engagement in life tasks that derive meaning and value from life. Are you open to exploring your automatic thought processes. Work with me to gain understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and spend some time exploring your automatic thoughts.
Working with me, you will always lead the way, with my support. Do you desire a life full of positive emotions! Working with me you will be exposed to experiencing pleasure and learning skills to build and maintain positive emotions and positive engagement in life tasks that derive meaning and value from life. Are you open to exploring your automatic thought processes. Work with me to gain understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and spend some time exploring your automatic thoughts.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Registered Art Therapist. I am certified in EMDR and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. I have been helping people of all ages navigate mental health and life challenges for over 25 years. Together, we can tailor your therapy to meet your individual needs so you can move beyond whatever is holding you back and begin to experience the relief and change you are seeking. My approach is non-judgmental, compassionate and collaborative.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Registered Art Therapist. I am certified in EMDR and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. I have been helping people of all ages navigate mental health and life challenges for over 25 years. Together, we can tailor your therapy to meet your individual needs so you can move beyond whatever is holding you back and begin to experience the relief and change you are seeking. My approach is non-judgmental, compassionate and collaborative.
Richelle Derfus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, CCTP
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
I assist in helping clients heal from trauma, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, eating disorder recovery and substance use recovery. I use a wide variety of treatment modalities to assist in overcoming difficulties. I use several treatment modalities, based on what you need. I am certified in EMDR, which is a first line treatment for helping people to overcome trauma. It is also used to treat other emotional experiences. I also assist with people struggling to cope in healthy manners, and help you to discover and implement new coping skills. You will learn new skills to assist you in having the life you want.
I assist in helping clients heal from trauma, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, eating disorder recovery and substance use recovery. I use a wide variety of treatment modalities to assist in overcoming difficulties. I use several treatment modalities, based on what you need. I am certified in EMDR, which is a first line treatment for helping people to overcome trauma. It is also used to treat other emotional experiences. I also assist with people struggling to cope in healthy manners, and help you to discover and implement new coping skills. You will learn new skills to assist you in having the life you want.
Hello and welcome to my therapy practice. I love what I do, and I am glad you are here. We all experience periods of turmoil or difficulties and sometimes our inner experiences are too difficult to sort out and understand alone. Are you and your child living the life you want to be living? Do they feel stuck, struggle with anxiety, depression, identity, family relationships, or grief? I have significant experience working across the lifespan, with specialized training in the treatment of adolescent anxiety. I work from a strengths-based perspective that celebrates your independent value and skills.
Hello and welcome to my therapy practice. I love what I do, and I am glad you are here. We all experience periods of turmoil or difficulties and sometimes our inner experiences are too difficult to sort out and understand alone. Are you and your child living the life you want to be living? Do they feel stuck, struggle with anxiety, depression, identity, family relationships, or grief? I have significant experience working across the lifespan, with specialized training in the treatment of adolescent anxiety. I work from a strengths-based perspective that celebrates your independent value and skills.
Jennifer Theurer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
Waitlist for new clients
I have always been passionate about helping others which is what originally inspired me to become a Licensed Independent Social Worker. I enjoy providing therapy services to children, adolescents, or adults who struggle with mental health or behavioral challenges. I use a holistic, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approach to address the unique needs, barriers, and strengths of the client I am working with. I complete a comprehensive psycho-social assessment, and use the skills and training I have earned over the years, to tailor the therapy process to each individual and where they are at in the healing process.
I have always been passionate about helping others which is what originally inspired me to become a Licensed Independent Social Worker. I enjoy providing therapy services to children, adolescents, or adults who struggle with mental health or behavioral challenges. I use a holistic, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approach to address the unique needs, barriers, and strengths of the client I am working with. I complete a comprehensive psycho-social assessment, and use the skills and training I have earned over the years, to tailor the therapy process to each individual and where they are at in the healing process.
Jennifer Jorgensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Iowa City, IA 52240
I believe that everyone deserves respect, dignity, and kindness. I create collaborative relationships with my clients to help them attain their therapeutic goals in an authentic way and I believe focusing on my clients strengths can create hope for the future. I work with individuals and couples to find solutions as I believe the client is the expert in their own life. I am dedicated to compassion and grace towards my clients and my intention is to support you on your journey moving towards healing and growth so you may feel connected to yourself and the world around you in a meaningful way.
I believe that everyone deserves respect, dignity, and kindness. I create collaborative relationships with my clients to help them attain their therapeutic goals in an authentic way and I believe focusing on my clients strengths can create hope for the future. I work with individuals and couples to find solutions as I believe the client is the expert in their own life. I am dedicated to compassion and grace towards my clients and my intention is to support you on your journey moving towards healing and growth so you may feel connected to yourself and the world around you in a meaningful way.
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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.