Parenting Therapists in Mount Vernon, IA
Brad VanGorkom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IA 52314
Over 20 years of experience with child mental health needs including direct work with issues such as developmental delays, early childhood traumatic illness, childhood victims of abuse neglect and crime, foster care and adoption, autism spectrum, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, academic and behavioral issues in school, sibling and parent/child relationship difficulties.
Over 20 years of experience with child mental health needs including direct work with issues such as developmental delays, early childhood traumatic illness, childhood victims of abuse neglect and crime, foster care and adoption, autism spectrum, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, academic and behavioral issues in school, sibling and parent/child relationship difficulties.
M. Catherine Gornet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , t-LMFT
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IA 52314
Cat believes that each one of us has the intuitive ability to heal and restore ourselves with ordinary awareness in present living. She invites you into a warm, non-judgemental and supportive environment to begin the important work of finding peace of mind and joy in everyday living. When we enjoy mental wellness, we feel connected to those close to us and the beauty of the natural world. Cat offers uncomplicated guidance for a variety of mental health concerns in a down to earth, attentive, and friendly way.
Cat believes that each one of us has the intuitive ability to heal and restore ourselves with ordinary awareness in present living. She invites you into a warm, non-judgemental and supportive environment to begin the important work of finding peace of mind and joy in everyday living. When we enjoy mental wellness, we feel connected to those close to us and the beauty of the natural world. Cat offers uncomplicated guidance for a variety of mental health concerns in a down to earth, attentive, and friendly way.
Rachel Rose Mosier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW, MS, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Vernon, IA 52314
Not accepting new clients
Not Accepting New Patients At This Time.+ + + As a psychotherapist, my role is to guide you as you take steps toward positive life changes, healing, and a healthy mind. I see my work as helping you gain an understanding of yourself and your past, and to identify self-defeating patterns in your life, so you have a choice in changing them. I will help you learn and practice evidence-based skills to begin creating a more satisfying life. Whether this is based in individual work or family work, I use a warm but direct approach to quickly address the issues you and I identify together.
Not Accepting New Patients At This Time.+ + + As a psychotherapist, my role is to guide you as you take steps toward positive life changes, healing, and a healthy mind. I see my work as helping you gain an understanding of yourself and your past, and to identify self-defeating patterns in your life, so you have a choice in changing them. I will help you learn and practice evidence-based skills to begin creating a more satisfying life. Whether this is based in individual work or family work, I use a warm but direct approach to quickly address the issues you and I identify together.
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Molly Chambers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
I have a special interest and training in couples, parenting, relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss and Veterans.
Reach out by email for fastest contact. The most powerful predictor of whether therapy will be effective is your relationship with your therapist. Finding the right one can feel overwhelming but you are already on your way. My approach is warm, empathetic and straightforward. I am accepting and direct in nature while focusing on strengths and growth. I do not "beat around the bush" as they say, while also being understanding and kind. I know how important it is to find the right "fit" with a therapist so I offer free 30 minute intro sessions so you can determine if I am the right therapist for you.
I have a special interest and training in couples, parenting, relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss and Veterans.
Reach out by email for fastest contact. The most powerful predictor of whether therapy will be effective is your relationship with your therapist. Finding the right one can feel overwhelming but you are already on your way. My approach is warm, empathetic and straightforward. I am accepting and direct in nature while focusing on strengths and growth. I do not "beat around the bush" as they say, while also being understanding and kind. I know how important it is to find the right "fit" with a therapist so I offer free 30 minute intro sessions so you can determine if I am the right therapist for you.
Rhonda King
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
IN-PERSON or TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS! Accepting New Clients! King Family Therapy Services works with families, couples and individuals of all ages. We offer treatment plans, customized to maximize successful outcomes, for each person seeking services. Rhonda is a compassionate professional, empowering clients with a collaborative, strength-based approach to therapy, using clinically tested, evidenced-based interventions.
IN-PERSON or TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS! Accepting New Clients! King Family Therapy Services works with families, couples and individuals of all ages. We offer treatment plans, customized to maximize successful outcomes, for each person seeking services. Rhonda is a compassionate professional, empowering clients with a collaborative, strength-based approach to therapy, using clinically tested, evidenced-based interventions.
Sharon Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself feeling stuck in situations that continue to occur over and over, or are you struggling with not really knowing who you are? Maybe there are some things about yourself that you would like to feel differently about, or learn better ways to manage areas in your personal life? Do you experience intense feelings at times and do not understand why? Coming to Therapy is one of the first steps you can take towards finding these answers and taking steps towards the positive changes you would like to experience. Together, we will work on reaching the Goals you set for yourself. "If you change nothing, nothing changes!"
Do you find yourself feeling stuck in situations that continue to occur over and over, or are you struggling with not really knowing who you are? Maybe there are some things about yourself that you would like to feel differently about, or learn better ways to manage areas in your personal life? Do you experience intense feelings at times and do not understand why? Coming to Therapy is one of the first steps you can take towards finding these answers and taking steps towards the positive changes you would like to experience. Together, we will work on reaching the Goals you set for yourself. "If you change nothing, nothing changes!"
Online Therapists
I am currently accepting new clients with any of the following problems: anxiety, depression, grieving, marital distress, teenage issues, parenting problems or life transition struggles.
Hello. Do you feel overwhelmed and underappreciated? Does your life feel out of control or unbearable? Having a person who listens without judgement is instrumental to the healing process. No one should go through life alone. A therapist can be an advocate, a cheerleader or even a coach for your life. I welcome you to come and share your burdens with me and we will work out a solution together.
I am currently accepting new clients with any of the following problems: anxiety, depression, grieving, marital distress, teenage issues, parenting problems or life transition struggles.
Hello. Do you feel overwhelmed and underappreciated? Does your life feel out of control or unbearable? Having a person who listens without judgement is instrumental to the healing process. No one should go through life alone. A therapist can be an advocate, a cheerleader or even a coach for your life. I welcome you to come and share your burdens with me and we will work out a solution together.
Alyssa Dlouhy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Iowa City, IA 52245 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with educators, anyone that may be struggling with anxiety and/or depression, individuals that need support managing stressors such as parenting, life transitions as well as those that are neurodiverse (ADHD, ASD, etc.
Accepting new telehealth clients! As you begin your therapy journey, you may be feeling all sorts of emotions. This is all normal! As your therapist, I strive to validate your current experience, take the time to get to know your true authentic self, provide tools and resources for healing and ultimately show you that YOU have the power to reach your goals!
I enjoy working with educators, anyone that may be struggling with anxiety and/or depression, individuals that need support managing stressors such as parenting, life transitions as well as those that are neurodiverse (ADHD, ASD, etc.
Accepting new telehealth clients! As you begin your therapy journey, you may be feeling all sorts of emotions. This is all normal! As your therapist, I strive to validate your current experience, take the time to get to know your true authentic self, provide tools and resources for healing and ultimately show you that YOU have the power to reach your goals!
Currently accepting new clients with morning and day time availability! I am passionate about working with clients from all walks of life. I am especially passionate working with kids, teens, and young adults ranging from elementary to college and beyond. Additionally, as a foster parent and new parent, I enjoy helping parents and families, work together to better understand, connect and value each other.
Currently accepting new clients with morning and day time availability! I am passionate about working with clients from all walks of life. I am especially passionate working with kids, teens, and young adults ranging from elementary to college and beyond. Additionally, as a foster parent and new parent, I enjoy helping parents and families, work together to better understand, connect and value each other.
Naomi Rumbley Zepeda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Parenting a teen can be difficult; I’m here to help break down feelings and thoughts so that each party feels heard and understood. I enjoy working with families pre and post adoption, as well as teens struggling with communication issues, disordered eating, body image issues, anxiety, or depression.
Parenting a teen can be difficult; I’m here to help break down feelings and thoughts so that each party feels heard and understood. I enjoy working with families pre and post adoption, as well as teens struggling with communication issues, disordered eating, body image issues, anxiety, or depression.
Johna J Phillipson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monticello, IA 52310
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.
I am a certified parent coach through the Being With program and I have extensive experience working with children, families, caregivers, athletes, and high-achieving individuals.
I’m passionate about helping individuals, couples, and parents/caregivers who want to navigate stress, anxiety, fear, anger, perfectionism, and overwhelm, break cycles, understand and integrate past wounds, increase confidence and connection to self and others, and create a thriving life. My approach is holistic and designed to cultivate lasting change for adult individuals and partners navigating relationship challenges seeking to integrate mind, body, and lived experiences for overall life satisfaction and improved mental wellness.
I am a certified parent coach through the Being With program and I have extensive experience working with children, families, caregivers, athletes, and high-achieving individuals.
I’m passionate about helping individuals, couples, and parents/caregivers who want to navigate stress, anxiety, fear, anger, perfectionism, and overwhelm, break cycles, understand and integrate past wounds, increase confidence and connection to self and others, and create a thriving life. My approach is holistic and designed to cultivate lasting change for adult individuals and partners navigating relationship challenges seeking to integrate mind, body, and lived experiences for overall life satisfaction and improved mental wellness.
I am passionate about my work as a therapist because of my own struggles through parenting and infant loss.
Hello and welcome! Life's uncertainties and hardships can leave us feeling anxious, isolated, and overwhelmed. Pain and suffering are part of the human experience. No matter what unique challenges individuals face, we can be in the healing process together.
I am passionate about my work as a therapist because of my own struggles through parenting and infant loss.
Hello and welcome! Life's uncertainties and hardships can leave us feeling anxious, isolated, and overwhelmed. Pain and suffering are part of the human experience. No matter what unique challenges individuals face, we can be in the healing process together.
Penny Kain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Waitlist for new clients
I bring nearly 20 years of experience to my individual, couple, and family therapy practice. Utilizing a systemic, holistic approach, I treat a variety of life challenges: trauma/PTSD, abuse/neglect, divorce adjustment/co- parenting, depression, anxiety, health/weight management, and phase of life difficulties. I provide a safe, supportive environment, which allows clients to discover their own healing potential.
I bring nearly 20 years of experience to my individual, couple, and family therapy practice. Utilizing a systemic, holistic approach, I treat a variety of life challenges: trauma/PTSD, abuse/neglect, divorce adjustment/co- parenting, depression, anxiety, health/weight management, and phase of life difficulties. I provide a safe, supportive environment, which allows clients to discover their own healing potential.
I have experience working with anxiety, trauma, attachment, behavioral concerns, parenting stressors, life stressors, and relational concerns.
My name is Abby Meyer (she/her) and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Waterloo, IA with experience working with individuals, families and children. I strive to provide an environment dedicated to instilling hope and building client strengths. Using a Systems Theory lens, my goal is to work with each client system to create everlasting change.
I have experience working with anxiety, trauma, attachment, behavioral concerns, parenting stressors, life stressors, and relational concerns.
My name is Abby Meyer (she/her) and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Waterloo, IA with experience working with individuals, families and children. I strive to provide an environment dedicated to instilling hope and building client strengths. Using a Systems Theory lens, my goal is to work with each client system to create everlasting change.
Accepting New Clients I have experience working with children, adolescents, and parents dealing with anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, parent/child conflict, coping with divorce, and other life stressors. My goal is to provide an open, non-judgemental, safe, and creative space where clients can feel free to express themselves. I enjoy working with clients to create and work on goals by using a variety of theraputic modalities and evidence-based techniques like Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Play therapy, Sandtray therapy, and Art therapy to meet the needs of each individual.
Accepting New Clients I have experience working with children, adolescents, and parents dealing with anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, parent/child conflict, coping with divorce, and other life stressors. My goal is to provide an open, non-judgemental, safe, and creative space where clients can feel free to express themselves. I enjoy working with clients to create and work on goals by using a variety of theraputic modalities and evidence-based techniques like Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Play therapy, Sandtray therapy, and Art therapy to meet the needs of each individual.
Elizabeth Schachter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Iowa City, IA 52245 (Online Only)
Looking to feel confident in your choices as a person and/or parent and connected to the people in your life? Wishing life came with instruction manuals? Looking to gain more control over your emotional reactions and feelings of worry? I can help. Therapy is a place where you can work to understand yourself, feel seen and be heard. Together, in a safe space we can work on making mindset shifts, building self-acceptance and developing positive coping mechanisms and setting and working towards your goals. I also have extensive experience working with young child and partnering with parents offering guidance and support.
Looking to feel confident in your choices as a person and/or parent and connected to the people in your life? Wishing life came with instruction manuals? Looking to gain more control over your emotional reactions and feelings of worry? I can help. Therapy is a place where you can work to understand yourself, feel seen and be heard. Together, in a safe space we can work on making mindset shifts, building self-acceptance and developing positive coping mechanisms and setting and working towards your goals. I also have extensive experience working with young child and partnering with parents offering guidance and support.
I am proud to be part of the clinical team at Psychiatric Associates! I have been helping adults, adolescents, and children achieve their goals since 1995. I have a master’s degree in community-based counseling from Ball State University. From 1997 on, I have been licensed in my home state of Iowa. Currently, my clinical interests include: anxiety disorders, stress management, mood and affect management difficulties, adjustment difficulties, chronic pain, parenting issues, and children’s behavioral issues.
I am proud to be part of the clinical team at Psychiatric Associates! I have been helping adults, adolescents, and children achieve their goals since 1995. I have a master’s degree in community-based counseling from Ball State University. From 1997 on, I have been licensed in my home state of Iowa. Currently, my clinical interests include: anxiety disorders, stress management, mood and affect management difficulties, adjustment difficulties, chronic pain, parenting issues, and children’s behavioral issues.
Need help navigating challenging life circumstances and transitions? These can include relationship struggles, divorce, single parenting, a loved one struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, or the loss of a loved one. Megan strives to make therapy a safe space to explore feelings, fears, strengths, and to address thoughts that can block personal growth. Though engaging in therapy with Megan, gain the courage and strength to make positive decisions that support your emotional well-being because you are worth it.
Need help navigating challenging life circumstances and transitions? These can include relationship struggles, divorce, single parenting, a loved one struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, or the loss of a loved one. Megan strives to make therapy a safe space to explore feelings, fears, strengths, and to address thoughts that can block personal growth. Though engaging in therapy with Megan, gain the courage and strength to make positive decisions that support your emotional well-being because you are worth it.
Arthea J Larson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bettendorf, IA 52722
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, accredited in Triple P Parenting (Standard and Standard Teen) and am experienced in Aggression Replacement Training.
I have 30 years experience as a licensed clinician and believe all behavior is communication. Whether it’s a child having meltdowns at school, an angry teenager, or an adult with anxiety – each contains a message that therapy can help decipher. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they currently have but sometimes that isn’t enough. By collaborating with you, the client, we will look at the bigger picture of things that may be influencing your challenges and make adjustments/learn new tools so that more effective strategies can shine through.
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, accredited in Triple P Parenting (Standard and Standard Teen) and am experienced in Aggression Replacement Training.
I have 30 years experience as a licensed clinician and believe all behavior is communication. Whether it’s a child having meltdowns at school, an angry teenager, or an adult with anxiety – each contains a message that therapy can help decipher. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they currently have but sometimes that isn’t enough. By collaborating with you, the client, we will look at the bigger picture of things that may be influencing your challenges and make adjustments/learn new tools so that more effective strategies can shine through.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.