Addiction Therapists in North Liberty, IA
With a decade of experience, I am passionate in working with individuals to address addictive or compulsive behaviors with a focus on substance abuse and gambling treatment.
I believe when given a safe and supportive place to explore our experiences and ourselves, we have the ability to gain awareness of our potential. As a therapist, I strive to encourage autonomy, advocacy, and personal growth within the individuals that I have the opportunity to work with.
With a decade of experience, I am passionate in working with individuals to address addictive or compulsive behaviors with a focus on substance abuse and gambling treatment.
I believe when given a safe and supportive place to explore our experiences and ourselves, we have the ability to gain awareness of our potential. As a therapist, I strive to encourage autonomy, advocacy, and personal growth within the individuals that I have the opportunity to work with.
I have worked in the mental health and substance abuse field for 20+ years.
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.
I have worked in the mental health and substance abuse field for 20+ years.
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.
Sandy Healey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, IAADC, SAP
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
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.
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.
I specialize in the areas of general mental health throughout the life span, substance use issues, trauma, college transitions, individuals in the medical profession, and young professionals.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or trauma that affects your day to day life? In my practice I start with understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing. I help you put a plan in place to help you move forward in the direction you want to go. I can also offer a safe space with in-person and virtual appointments on a confidential platform.
I specialize in the areas of general mental health throughout the life span, substance use issues, trauma, college transitions, individuals in the medical profession, and young professionals.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, or trauma that affects your day to day life? In my practice I start with understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing. I help you put a plan in place to help you move forward in the direction you want to go. I can also offer a safe space with in-person and virtual appointments on a confidential platform.
Mark Biangmano
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation and substance abuse along with various other concerns.
Immediate Openings! Finding a counselor that is a good fit for you is vitally important to the counseling process. With this in mind, I work hard to develop a strong therapeutic relationship that is collaborative and supportive for my clients. Here is a bit about me to help you decide if I would be a good fit to help with your concerns! I provide individual and group counseling to adult clients. I work mostly with college aged people but have experience with all ages! I have training in working with people who identify as transgender and have experience writing letters of support for HRT or GRS.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation and substance abuse along with various other concerns.
Immediate Openings! Finding a counselor that is a good fit for you is vitally important to the counseling process. With this in mind, I work hard to develop a strong therapeutic relationship that is collaborative and supportive for my clients. Here is a bit about me to help you decide if I would be a good fit to help with your concerns! I provide individual and group counseling to adult clients. I work mostly with college aged people but have experience with all ages! I have training in working with people who identify as transgender and have experience writing letters of support for HRT or GRS.
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.
Beacon Of Hope Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
At Beacon of Hope Counseling, we have a team of five highly trained clinicians who are dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking support on their path to mental and emotional well-being. Our mission is to offer compassionate and professional counseling services that address a variety of concerns. Our clinicians specialize in serving the LGBT community, children, athletes, couples, and individuals seeking support for specific issues such as addiction, depression/anxiety, and OCD.
At Beacon of Hope Counseling, we have a team of five highly trained clinicians who are dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive environment for individuals, couples, and families seeking support on their path to mental and emotional well-being. Our mission is to offer compassionate and professional counseling services that address a variety of concerns. Our clinicians specialize in serving the LGBT community, children, athletes, couples, and individuals seeking support for specific issues such as addiction, depression/anxiety, and OCD.
Some of the issues I treat include anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, stress management, relational conflict, and major life transitions.
It’s my goal to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and how you can live in a way that feels authentic and fulfilling. Whether it’s offering a different perspective, being an empathetic listener, or implementing boundaries, I believe empowerment mixed with a healthy dose of challenging your mind and fears can help you to reach your potential. Getting started can feel intimidating, but whatever you are dealing with, you don’t have to do it alone. I thoroughly enjoy showing people how transformative therapy truly can be. My clients have described my style as warm and empathetic, but willing to challenge them when needed.
Some of the issues I treat include anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, stress management, relational conflict, and major life transitions.
It’s my goal to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and how you can live in a way that feels authentic and fulfilling. Whether it’s offering a different perspective, being an empathetic listener, or implementing boundaries, I believe empowerment mixed with a healthy dose of challenging your mind and fears can help you to reach your potential. Getting started can feel intimidating, but whatever you are dealing with, you don’t have to do it alone. I thoroughly enjoy showing people how transformative therapy truly can be. My clients have described my style as warm and empathetic, but willing to challenge them when needed.
I work with individuals and couples of all ages. I do talk therapy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Rational Living Therapy. I have experience using Adlerian, Expressive Arts-Based and Aut Play types of Play Therapy techniques with kids from 2-14 years old when appropriate. I've had rewarding experiences working with neurodivergent children with different developmental needs, women and men with codependency or substance abuse concerns, couples in relationships, family members with concerns for loved ones, and in crisis counseling with those feeling like they’ve lost all hope.
I work with individuals and couples of all ages. I do talk therapy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Rational Living Therapy. I have experience using Adlerian, Expressive Arts-Based and Aut Play types of Play Therapy techniques with kids from 2-14 years old when appropriate. I've had rewarding experiences working with neurodivergent children with different developmental needs, women and men with codependency or substance abuse concerns, couples in relationships, family members with concerns for loved ones, and in crisis counseling with those feeling like they’ve lost all hope.
Lon Marshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
It takes incredible courage to recognize a problem and deal with it. And it takes something more to change your life. It takes hope. That's why I specialize in a unique approach that can literally change the way you see yourself. I can help you explore solutions that can change your life. You'll begin to perceive yourself and others more positively. And you'll experience positive changes that can help you achieve your heart's desire. Finally, I'll help you discover personal resources that keep you focused on your strengths. You'll experience changes that can last a lifetime.
It takes incredible courage to recognize a problem and deal with it. And it takes something more to change your life. It takes hope. That's why I specialize in a unique approach that can literally change the way you see yourself. I can help you explore solutions that can change your life. You'll begin to perceive yourself and others more positively. And you'll experience positive changes that can help you achieve your heart's desire. Finally, I'll help you discover personal resources that keep you focused on your strengths. You'll experience changes that can last a lifetime.
Kendra Bailey Imagine Therapy Solutions Plc
Counselor, ExDirec, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
Imagine . . . a safe and relaxing place where there's HOPE for the future. Imagine . . . therapists who are trained and can provide DIRECTION. Imagine . . . lasting effects that create CHANGE! As the Executive Director of Imagine Therapy Solutions, PLC, Kendra Bailey is a trained Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked in a variety of health care settings. Kendra feels that each client is best served with an approach custom fit to meet their needs. Kendra has experience working with individuals, adults, couples, families, children and adolescents.
Imagine . . . a safe and relaxing place where there's HOPE for the future. Imagine . . . therapists who are trained and can provide DIRECTION. Imagine . . . lasting effects that create CHANGE! As the Executive Director of Imagine Therapy Solutions, PLC, Kendra Bailey is a trained Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked in a variety of health care settings. Kendra feels that each client is best served with an approach custom fit to meet their needs. Kendra has experience working with individuals, adults, couples, families, children and adolescents.
I have worked in a variety of mental health settings over a period of 20+ years including residential treatment for children and adults, supported living services for adults with mental illness, chemical dependency treatment, emergency/crisis counseling, biblical counseling in church settings, hospital programs for adults with chronic mental illness and vocational counseling. My areas of specialty include depression and anxiety in women. I offer individual counseling for women, children and teens. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa.
I have worked in a variety of mental health settings over a period of 20+ years including residential treatment for children and adults, supported living services for adults with mental illness, chemical dependency treatment, emergency/crisis counseling, biblical counseling in church settings, hospital programs for adults with chronic mental illness and vocational counseling. My areas of specialty include depression and anxiety in women. I offer individual counseling for women, children and teens. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa.
Laura L Housel
Counselor, LMHC, ATR, CSAT, CTRS, CYI
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling lost, alone, and misunderstood? Life and relationships aren't turning out quite like you thought? Maybe you never quite fit in or were able figure things out like others. You might be going through changes such as: shift in your work or career due to burnout or distress; transitioning from a religion; late diagnosis related to neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, etc.); exploring identity; realizing your coping strategies have become addictive or harmful; re-examining relationships, intimacy, roles, experiencing conflict or time of reckoning; feeling disconnected from self, others, spirituality; or experiencing grief or loss
Feeling lost, alone, and misunderstood? Life and relationships aren't turning out quite like you thought? Maybe you never quite fit in or were able figure things out like others. You might be going through changes such as: shift in your work or career due to burnout or distress; transitioning from a religion; late diagnosis related to neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, etc.); exploring identity; realizing your coping strategies have become addictive or harmful; re-examining relationships, intimacy, roles, experiencing conflict or time of reckoning; feeling disconnected from self, others, spirituality; or experiencing grief or loss
Ian Kerns
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
Not accepting new clients
Making the call is the first step toward feeling better. While no therapist can guarantee results, Meadowlark has the focus and training to help clients feel better in terms of managing issues and specific symptoms. Using Structural and Solution focused strategies, I work with clients to maximize functioning and minimize difficulties brought on by symptoms.
Making the call is the first step toward feeling better. While no therapist can guarantee results, Meadowlark has the focus and training to help clients feel better in terms of managing issues and specific symptoms. Using Structural and Solution focused strategies, I work with clients to maximize functioning and minimize difficulties brought on by symptoms.
In the years that I have been working as a mental health provider, I have met with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds. My clients have a variety of mental health problems, relationship issues, life transitional periods, grief and loss, trauma, and similar hardships. Some clients know what they suffer from and are ready to make changes. Some of my clients have felt something has been "off" for some time but do not know where to start, so I help them to assess the problem areas and track their progress between sessions. Changes happen at different speeds to different people for different reasons.
In the years that I have been working as a mental health provider, I have met with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds. My clients have a variety of mental health problems, relationship issues, life transitional periods, grief and loss, trauma, and similar hardships. Some clients know what they suffer from and are ready to make changes. Some of my clients have felt something has been "off" for some time but do not know where to start, so I help them to assess the problem areas and track their progress between sessions. Changes happen at different speeds to different people for different reasons.
Life is hard and you're not alone. I believe everyone has their own struggle and it can be helpful to have someone to talk to. No matter your challenge I will meet you where you are and provide a safe, judgement-free, compassionate space to sort through it all. I have a broad scope of experience across age spectrums and mental health issues and I will tailor treatment to your individual needs. I provide individual therapy to adults, adolescents, couples, and children. I find deep meaning in this profession and would be honored to walk this journey with you.
Life is hard and you're not alone. I believe everyone has their own struggle and it can be helpful to have someone to talk to. No matter your challenge I will meet you where you are and provide a safe, judgement-free, compassionate space to sort through it all. I have a broad scope of experience across age spectrums and mental health issues and I will tailor treatment to your individual needs. I provide individual therapy to adults, adolescents, couples, and children. I find deep meaning in this profession and would be honored to walk this journey with you.
Curently scheduling 4 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.
Curently scheduling 4 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.
For over ten years Caleb has worked with youth and their families, as a school counselor, behavioral health intervention services counselor, and mental health counselor. Caleb founded and currently administrates an after school program for at-risk youth through The Academic and Enrichment Youth Center called "Strive For Success." Caleb works with children, youth, adults, couples and families helping them solve tough problems with a hopeful, solution-focused approach. His desire is to bring positive change to the challenges life can bring. He is an ordained minister and volunteers his time as a ministry director for Lifepointe Christian Faith Center.
For over ten years Caleb has worked with youth and their families, as a school counselor, behavioral health intervention services counselor, and mental health counselor. Caleb founded and currently administrates an after school program for at-risk youth through The Academic and Enrichment Youth Center called "Strive For Success." Caleb works with children, youth, adults, couples and families helping them solve tough problems with a hopeful, solution-focused approach. His desire is to bring positive change to the challenges life can bring. He is an ordained minister and volunteers his time as a ministry director for Lifepointe Christian Faith Center.
Therapy is an act of courage and self-advocacy to explore the uniqueness and depths of the human experience. It is an act inspired by curiosity and growth, aimed to guide you through your evolution to become whoever you want to be. It is a tool for humans to utilize as a way to explore the depths of who they are, work towards a narrative that aims to accept themselves as who they are, and work toward evolving into the vision of who they hope to be. I believe that most clients have what they're looking for when they walk through the doors. Therapy is a tool used to excavate and nurture what they already possess.
Therapy is an act of courage and self-advocacy to explore the uniqueness and depths of the human experience. It is an act inspired by curiosity and growth, aimed to guide you through your evolution to become whoever you want to be. It is a tool for humans to utilize as a way to explore the depths of who they are, work towards a narrative that aims to accept themselves as who they are, and work toward evolving into the vision of who they hope to be. I believe that most clients have what they're looking for when they walk through the doors. Therapy is a tool used to excavate and nurture what they already possess.
Andrew Levitt
Marriage & Family Therapist, t-MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
You are probably here because the bottom dropped out and you are worried it is going to get worse. That does not feel good. But you are right, therapy is one way to turn it around. Draw the line and flip the script. The way out is through, dropping the sugar-coated language- it's going to be hard. That may sound dark, but the hope is right behind. The Tao Te Ching says: "the main road is simple, but people love to be sidetracked." Therapy relies on centralizing elements that have been minimized in daily life: listening, speaking authentically, supporting one another, slowing down, being present, and being seen.
You are probably here because the bottom dropped out and you are worried it is going to get worse. That does not feel good. But you are right, therapy is one way to turn it around. Draw the line and flip the script. The way out is through, dropping the sugar-coated language- it's going to be hard. That may sound dark, but the hope is right behind. The Tao Te Ching says: "the main road is simple, but people love to be sidetracked." Therapy relies on centralizing elements that have been minimized in daily life: listening, speaking authentically, supporting one another, slowing down, being present, and being seen.
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What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.