Female Therapists in North Liberty, IA
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As your partner in the counseling journey, I provide a compassionate and supportive healing environment to assist you in facing your life challenges. I work primarily with adults, specializing in personal and career transitions, relationship distress, anxiety, and recovery from traumatic events. I draw from 18 years of evidence-based practice to personalize an approach that meets your unique needs. Working from a wholistic perspective incorporating biological, relational, emotional, and spiritual elements, my goal is to empower you to create greater satisfaction and happiness in your life and relationships.
As your partner in the counseling journey, I provide a compassionate and supportive healing environment to assist you in facing your life challenges. I work primarily with adults, specializing in personal and career transitions, relationship distress, anxiety, and recovery from traumatic events. I draw from 18 years of evidence-based practice to personalize an approach that meets your unique needs. Working from a wholistic perspective incorporating biological, relational, emotional, and spiritual elements, my goal is to empower you to create greater satisfaction and happiness in your life and relationships.
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Children, adolescents, and adults who have faced challenging experiences in their lives or who are currently facing challenging experiences in their lives need and deserve to exist in spaces where they feel safe, can be heard and are accepted as they are. They often come to therapy because they believe they deserve to heal from their past experiences or cope with current experiences for themselves and those around them. Many of them also come to believe that they are inherently worthy of existing in a space that is safe and accepting of their authentic selves, which can be very freeing.
Children, adolescents, and adults who have faced challenging experiences in their lives or who are currently facing challenging experiences in their lives need and deserve to exist in spaces where they feel safe, can be heard and are accepted as they are. They often come to therapy because they believe they deserve to heal from their past experiences or cope with current experiences for themselves and those around them. Many of them also come to believe that they are inherently worthy of existing in a space that is safe and accepting of their authentic selves, which can be very freeing.
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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.
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The idea of therapy for many people can be scary in a lot of different ways. You may feel like it's an impossible step to take. Or maybe you feel a wall come up at the idea of possibly trusting a therapist. Whatever the case may be, I am here to respect and meet you where you are at. If you notice a mix of feelings or just feel ready to dive right in, that's welcome too; all parts of us are welcome here!
The idea of therapy for many people can be scary in a lot of different ways. You may feel like it's an impossible step to take. Or maybe you feel a wall come up at the idea of possibly trusting a therapist. Whatever the case may be, I am here to respect and meet you where you are at. If you notice a mix of feelings or just feel ready to dive right in, that's welcome too; all parts of us are welcome here!
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Establishing a trusting and safe environment to process your concerns is essential to success in therapy. I work with a variety of concerns including trauma processing, anxiety, depression, navigating life stressors, and more. I would be honored to join you on your journey to regain stability and achieve healing. As a veteran Paramedic, I provide a culturally competent approach for individuals working in emergency response and medical fields (law enforcement, dispatch, corrections, EMS, medical providers, etc.).
Establishing a trusting and safe environment to process your concerns is essential to success in therapy. I work with a variety of concerns including trauma processing, anxiety, depression, navigating life stressors, and more. I would be honored to join you on your journey to regain stability and achieve healing. As a veteran Paramedic, I provide a culturally competent approach for individuals working in emergency response and medical fields (law enforcement, dispatch, corrections, EMS, medical providers, etc.).
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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.
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I am currently accepting new clients. Are you struggling with trauma, relationship problems, depression, anxiety or fear? I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. Whatever you are going through, you don’t have to deal with it alone. I am here to listen and guide you on a new path. I believe that the body and spirit are important components of healing and can’t/shouldn’t be ignored. I use an integrative approach that includes mind, body, and spirit.
I am currently accepting new clients. Are you struggling with trauma, relationship problems, depression, anxiety or fear? I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. Whatever you are going through, you don’t have to deal with it alone. I am here to listen and guide you on a new path. I believe that the body and spirit are important components of healing and can’t/shouldn’t be ignored. I use an integrative approach that includes mind, body, and spirit.
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Michelle Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
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.
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.
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Kate Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
Feelings of anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties can have a profound effect on your quality of life. Mental health care is an important component of building personal functioning and making lasting changes to individual outlook and situation. As a therapist I believe that you are the expert of your own life and experiences, and my role is to help you create meaning and understanding of those experiences. Together, we can help build realistic and effective coping skills to manage the unique challenges that you face to create lasting, positive change.
Feelings of anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties can have a profound effect on your quality of life. Mental health care is an important component of building personal functioning and making lasting changes to individual outlook and situation. As a therapist I believe that you are the expert of your own life and experiences, and my role is to help you create meaning and understanding of those experiences. Together, we can help build realistic and effective coping skills to manage the unique challenges that you face to create lasting, positive change.
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I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and self-actualization. We are the best experts on ourselves and have tremendous capacity for change. However, sometimes we don't know how to put that potential to use. Sometimes, anxiety, trauma or low self-esteem can keep us from coping with circumstances or trusting our abilities. We feel trapped, overwhelmed or helpless. But it doesn't have to stay this way. Therapy can provide the support to feel accepted and the confidence to start facing your biggest challenges.
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and self-actualization. We are the best experts on ourselves and have tremendous capacity for change. However, sometimes we don't know how to put that potential to use. Sometimes, anxiety, trauma or low self-esteem can keep us from coping with circumstances or trusting our abilities. We feel trapped, overwhelmed or helpless. But it doesn't have to stay this way. Therapy can provide the support to feel accepted and the confidence to start facing your biggest challenges.
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Heidi Vogel
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
Waitlist for new clients
I consider it a privilege to walk alongside those who have survived trauma and assist them in healing, empowering themselves and improving their quality of life. I also enjoy working with those who are going through transitions in their life, having spent the past 8 years of my career helping college students of all ages navigate transitions. Whether you are struggling to adjust after a loss, a change in relationship status or a career, we can work together to navigate this change effectively.
I consider it a privilege to walk alongside those who have survived trauma and assist them in healing, empowering themselves and improving their quality of life. I also enjoy working with those who are going through transitions in their life, having spent the past 8 years of my career helping college students of all ages navigate transitions. Whether you are struggling to adjust after a loss, a change in relationship status or a career, we can work together to navigate this change effectively.
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Kayla Sellers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
I strive to offer you a genuine, empathetic presence and safe space to help you navigate your way toward healing and growth. I see the ways that life stressors, stuck patterns, uncertainty, trauma, and grief impact day to day life. I believe that change takes place through relationships and I am committed to providing you warmth and support within the therapeutic relationship. Whether we are honoring difficult emotions or sharing a laugh, I strive to always meet you with authenticity and trust through a collaborative approach. I am dedicated to respecting your lived experience, autonomy, and goals.
I strive to offer you a genuine, empathetic presence and safe space to help you navigate your way toward healing and growth. I see the ways that life stressors, stuck patterns, uncertainty, trauma, and grief impact day to day life. I believe that change takes place through relationships and I am committed to providing you warmth and support within the therapeutic relationship. Whether we are honoring difficult emotions or sharing a laugh, I strive to always meet you with authenticity and trust through a collaborative approach. I am dedicated to respecting your lived experience, autonomy, and goals.
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Heidi Gingerich Detweiler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
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Rochelle Renee Honey-Arcement
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
Waitlist for new clients
My belief in every person’s inherent worth, dignity, and ability to heal and grow have been a driving force in what has led me to become a therapist. As human beings, we crave connection from our earliest moments, yet sometimes we experience pain that prompts us to protect ourselves or creates suffering. I work with people of all ages; children, teens and adults; witnessing the growth that can come from this collaborative relationship. In our work together we will help you connect with your compassionate, courageous self; paving the way for greater connections with others and with yourself.
My belief in every person’s inherent worth, dignity, and ability to heal and grow have been a driving force in what has led me to become a therapist. As human beings, we crave connection from our earliest moments, yet sometimes we experience pain that prompts us to protect ourselves or creates suffering. I work with people of all ages; children, teens and adults; witnessing the growth that can come from this collaborative relationship. In our work together we will help you connect with your compassionate, courageous self; paving the way for greater connections with others and with yourself.
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Julie Jack Marriage Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
I am currently accepting new clients. Relationships can be one of the greatest sources of joy or distress in our lives. All couples go through challenges. However, maybe you feel the conflict with your partner has reached a point that it's affecting your mental health, your parenting and even your desire to stay together. Whether you want to repair your relationship or you are seriously considering leaving it, I can help you navigate that process and figure out what is best for you.
I am currently accepting new clients. Relationships can be one of the greatest sources of joy or distress in our lives. All couples go through challenges. However, maybe you feel the conflict with your partner has reached a point that it's affecting your mental health, your parenting and even your desire to stay together. Whether you want to repair your relationship or you are seriously considering leaving it, I can help you navigate that process and figure out what is best for you.
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Rachel Huntington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
As a marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective and empathetic care to individuals and couples, ages 18 and up, who may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals dealing with a broad range of personal and relational issues. I focus on strengthening client's relationships and bonds with themselves and the people in their lives and strive to support open communication and understanding.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective and empathetic care to individuals and couples, ages 18 and up, who may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals dealing with a broad range of personal and relational issues. I focus on strengthening client's relationships and bonds with themselves and the people in their lives and strive to support open communication and understanding.
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Meadowlark Psychiatric Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Liberty, IA 52317
My hope for you as my client, is that you move toward caring for yourself, and creating a life that is in line with your values. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, client-focused, and goal-oriented. I use a strengths-based approach to therapy, and believe in taking a practical approach to problem-solving. I primarily work with individual adults and couples. I look forward to supporting you as you go through this journey!
My hope for you as my client, is that you move toward caring for yourself, and creating a life that is in line with your values. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, client-focused, and goal-oriented. I use a strengths-based approach to therapy, and believe in taking a practical approach to problem-solving. I primarily work with individual adults and couples. I look forward to supporting you as you go through this journey!
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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 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.
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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.
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Rachel Epley
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
Waitlist for new clients
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, worn down by depression, overcome by anxiety, and want to appreciate and enjoy your life more, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. You are the best judge of your own life decisions and goals, and I am here to support you with that. There may be certain techniques, habits, or knowledge that could contribute to your sense of wellbeing or help you cope with difficult emotions, and we can explore those together. I am here to help you make sense of your challenges and find a way to move forward.
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, worn down by depression, overcome by anxiety, and want to appreciate and enjoy your life more, I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. You are the best judge of your own life decisions and goals, and I am here to support you with that. There may be certain techniques, habits, or knowledge that could contribute to your sense of wellbeing or help you cope with difficult emotions, and we can explore those together. I am here to help you make sense of your challenges and find a way to move forward.
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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.