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I consider it a privilege to help children and teens navigate life's challenges. Whether your child is experiencing behavior issues, fears and worries, or having a hard time adjusting to a change in life, my goal as a counselor is to provide a comfortable, trusting environment for them to share their feelings, learn new skills, and build confidence.
I consider it a privilege to help children and teens navigate life's challenges. Whether your child is experiencing behavior issues, fears and worries, or having a hard time adjusting to a change in life, my goal as a counselor is to provide a comfortable, trusting environment for them to share their feelings, learn new skills, and build confidence.
Nathan Douglas Mccarty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davenport, IA 52803
Dealing with hopelessness, anxiety, and other stressors in daily life can be difficult and sometimes unmanageable. I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families on coping with and understanding these stressors, as well as managing and overcoming them. My goal is to establish trust and working relationships to educate on the impact in mental health; how to manage stressors, and identify preventative techniques to address those issues.
Dealing with hopelessness, anxiety, and other stressors in daily life can be difficult and sometimes unmanageable. I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families on coping with and understanding these stressors, as well as managing and overcoming them. My goal is to establish trust and working relationships to educate on the impact in mental health; how to manage stressors, and identify preventative techniques to address those issues.
Bright Path Counseling LLC
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, PATP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Davenport, IA 52803 (Online Only)
I take into account the whole person (mind/body/spirit) and provide a non-judgmental approach to therapy. Together we will focus on finding and resolving the factors that are at the root of your mental health symptoms. These symptoms are often natural responses/adaptations to stressful life circumstances and traumatic experiences. From this perspective, these psychological parts become imbalanced over time and can get stuck in the past. Once they are properly integrated in the here-and-now, we can begin to live a life that is true to our purpose and in alignment with our highest selves.
I take into account the whole person (mind/body/spirit) and provide a non-judgmental approach to therapy. Together we will focus on finding and resolving the factors that are at the root of your mental health symptoms. These symptoms are often natural responses/adaptations to stressful life circumstances and traumatic experiences. From this perspective, these psychological parts become imbalanced over time and can get stuck in the past. Once they are properly integrated in the here-and-now, we can begin to live a life that is true to our purpose and in alignment with our highest selves.
Stress, change, and loss are a part of our lives. We often have the resilience to handle our emotions and problems, but it is good to have help when you need it. If you are experiencing an increase in anxiety, sadness, hopelessness, or past memories that intrude on your life, you can use mindful and evidence-based strategies to help yourself. Counseling can help you acquire skills that are tailored to your preferences, needs, and learning style.
Stress, change, and loss are a part of our lives. We often have the resilience to handle our emotions and problems, but it is good to have help when you need it. If you are experiencing an increase in anxiety, sadness, hopelessness, or past memories that intrude on your life, you can use mindful and evidence-based strategies to help yourself. Counseling can help you acquire skills that are tailored to your preferences, needs, and learning style.
Brianne N Hanson
Counselor, MA, tLMHC
Verified Verified
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Waitlist for new clients
When you walk into a new environment for the first time are your hands sweating, heart racing, mind spiraling? You may feel that you will never be able to work towards the peace you want in your life. You may be suffering from depression that makes it hard to get out of bed in the morning. There might be relationships in your life that are so confusing and frustrating you are not sure how to move forward. Let me tell you there is reason for hope.
When you walk into a new environment for the first time are your hands sweating, heart racing, mind spiraling? You may feel that you will never be able to work towards the peace you want in your life. You may be suffering from depression that makes it hard to get out of bed in the morning. There might be relationships in your life that are so confusing and frustrating you are not sure how to move forward. Let me tell you there is reason for hope.
Online Therapists
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
Ann Long Trauma Specialization
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Iowa City, IA 52245 (Online Only)
I will always respect your spirituality, religion, denomination, gender and/or orientation and meet you where you are at.
Immediate openings-Unique therapy using elements of EMDR, somatic and sensorimotor therapy to treat trauma, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. I will educate you about effects of chronic stress/dysfunction/trauma on the body and brain (racing thoughts, negative thinking, feeling overwhelmed.) You will learn known and unknown triggers by your body/brain reactions. You will learn to quiet your mind and think positively. You will learn new healthy coping skills. You will begin to "feel your feelings" and process them so distressful memories no longer cause psychological/physical distress.
I will always respect your spirituality, religion, denomination, gender and/or orientation and meet you where you are at.
Immediate openings-Unique therapy using elements of EMDR, somatic and sensorimotor therapy to treat trauma, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. I will educate you about effects of chronic stress/dysfunction/trauma on the body and brain (racing thoughts, negative thinking, feeling overwhelmed.) You will learn known and unknown triggers by your body/brain reactions. You will learn to quiet your mind and think positively. You will learn new healthy coping skills. You will begin to "feel your feelings" and process them so distressful memories no longer cause psychological/physical distress.
Bobby Jo Salm, LISW, RPT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT
Verified Verified
Coralville, IA 52241
Waitlist for new clients
Not accepting new clients, but our clinic has immediate openings with other amazing therapists! Regardless of why you're seeking therapy, I'm here to help you. I work to help you understand the root of the issue, develop tools necessary to meet these challenges, and take steps toward a healthier and more integrated life.
Not accepting new clients, but our clinic has immediate openings with other amazing therapists! Regardless of why you're seeking therapy, I'm here to help you. I work to help you understand the root of the issue, develop tools necessary to meet these challenges, and take steps toward a healthier and more integrated life.
Does it feel like life is moving along — you’re getting by on the day to day —but something is missing. Some struggle to make things better but don’t always have an idea of how. Maybe you don’t get along with important people in your life, your stress levels feel suffocating, or you are going through a life transition and feel lost. You want to feel less emotional or be better at connecting with others. You want to be able to think your way through difficult situations. You want to make choices that align you with your goals. Here’s the good news: if you recognize that you feel stagnated, you are on the brink of change.
Does it feel like life is moving along — you’re getting by on the day to day —but something is missing. Some struggle to make things better but don’t always have an idea of how. Maybe you don’t get along with important people in your life, your stress levels feel suffocating, or you are going through a life transition and feel lost. You want to feel less emotional or be better at connecting with others. You want to be able to think your way through difficult situations. You want to make choices that align you with your goals. Here’s the good news: if you recognize that you feel stagnated, you are on the brink of change.
I am trained in family systems and work with youth 10 -17 and adults, with a special interest in helping 2sLGBTQIA+ folx, and Spanish speaking individuals, couples/families. As a queer therapist who is fluent in Spanish, I am committed to upholding a culturally responsive practice, and helping you notice how family of origin, culture, and societal norms influence you. My space is an environment of curiosity, understanding and acceptance. I believe in transformative processes and reinterpreting who we are and what we believe by remaining open to new possibilities. If any of this rings true for you, then we may be a good fit!
I am trained in family systems and work with youth 10 -17 and adults, with a special interest in helping 2sLGBTQIA+ folx, and Spanish speaking individuals, couples/families. As a queer therapist who is fluent in Spanish, I am committed to upholding a culturally responsive practice, and helping you notice how family of origin, culture, and societal norms influence you. My space is an environment of curiosity, understanding and acceptance. I believe in transformative processes and reinterpreting who we are and what we believe by remaining open to new possibilities. If any of this rings true for you, then we may be a good fit!
My name is Jake Joslin, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) working with patients throughout Iowa via telehealth. My specialization is helping people with ADHD. I also have extensive experience supporting clients through their battles with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and difficult changes or arguments that shake up life. I understand that life is had, and my passion is to help people break free from stigma and shame and feel empowered to overcome their trials. My approach to counseling is flexible to meet clients where they are and provide them with the support that they need most.
My name is Jake Joslin, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) working with patients throughout Iowa via telehealth. My specialization is helping people with ADHD. I also have extensive experience supporting clients through their battles with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and difficult changes or arguments that shake up life. I understand that life is had, and my passion is to help people break free from stigma and shame and feel empowered to overcome their trials. My approach to counseling is flexible to meet clients where they are and provide them with the support that they need most.
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’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.
There comes a time in people’s lives when they aren’t comfortable where they are and want a change. I believe people deserve to live happier lives with renewed hope whether they are experiencing uncomfortable adjustments or have been enduring painful moments in life. It is my hope to meet clients where they are and provide a supportive and accepting environment, while collaboratively working towards the client’s goals. By encouraging individuals, couples, and families to be experts in their own lives, we can create lasting positive change to increase quality of life.
There comes a time in people’s lives when they aren’t comfortable where they are and want a change. I believe people deserve to live happier lives with renewed hope whether they are experiencing uncomfortable adjustments or have been enduring painful moments in life. It is my hope to meet clients where they are and provide a supportive and accepting environment, while collaboratively working towards the client’s goals. By encouraging individuals, couples, and families to be experts in their own lives, we can create lasting positive change to increase quality of life.
I work with individuals, children 3+, teens, couples and families. I primarily specialize in play therapy and am currently receiving training to help kiddos process through their struggles utilizing play. I also work closely with families to help find solutions by looking at the larger system. I choose to look at your strengths to help encourage you to push forward on your journey with therapy. My goal is to connect with you and to honor your experiences while working with you to achieve your goals.
I work with individuals, children 3+, teens, couples and families. I primarily specialize in play therapy and am currently receiving training to help kiddos process through their struggles utilizing play. I also work closely with families to help find solutions by looking at the larger system. I choose to look at your strengths to help encourage you to push forward on your journey with therapy. My goal is to connect with you and to honor your experiences while working with you to achieve your goals.
Farrah Bonde
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Coralville, IA 52241 (Online Only)
Farrah is accepting new patients and can offer appointments typically within 2 weeks. Farrah has worked in mental health for over twenty years. Her clinical expertise includes working with teens, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of emotional, relationship, and professional challenges. Farrah has extensive experience helping clients work through trauma, grief, divorce, life transitions, work stress, anxiety and depression. Farrah creates a safe space for her clients to be open, learn new skills and work through difficult issues while supported.
Farrah is accepting new patients and can offer appointments typically within 2 weeks. Farrah has worked in mental health for over twenty years. Her clinical expertise includes working with teens, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of emotional, relationship, and professional challenges. Farrah has extensive experience helping clients work through trauma, grief, divorce, life transitions, work stress, anxiety and depression. Farrah creates a safe space for her clients to be open, learn new skills and work through difficult issues while supported.
The challenges in life are seemingly endless and aren't meant to be experienced alone. It is my honor and privilege to be with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate all facets of life’s stages and transitions. The decision to begin therapy is a brave and bold step toward personal growth and healing, and I am proud of you for taking the step! I believe in the healing power of human connections and relationships built upon authenticity, safety, trust and compassion. I am passionate about improving the overall human experience!
The challenges in life are seemingly endless and aren't meant to be experienced alone. It is my honor and privilege to be with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate all facets of life’s stages and transitions. The decision to begin therapy is a brave and bold step toward personal growth and healing, and I am proud of you for taking the step! I believe in the healing power of human connections and relationships built upon authenticity, safety, trust and compassion. I am passionate about improving the overall human experience!
Michele Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Iowa City, IA 52245
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical social worker with many years of experience working with a diverse background of clients. I have a warm and positive approach that focuses on you. I strive to create a safe space by building a trusting relationship where we can work as a team. I am passionate about providing holistic care that is personalized to each individual’s unique needs. I have experiencing working with neurodiversity, grief and loss, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, the LBGTQ community, and trauma. I use an approach that examines factors of injustice and oppression on feelings of self-worth and personal development.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with many years of experience working with a diverse background of clients. I have a warm and positive approach that focuses on you. I strive to create a safe space by building a trusting relationship where we can work as a team. I am passionate about providing holistic care that is personalized to each individual’s unique needs. I have experiencing working with neurodiversity, grief and loss, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, the LBGTQ community, and trauma. I use an approach that examines factors of injustice and oppression on feelings of self-worth and personal development.
Matthew Reinert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coralville, IA 52241
I am currently accepting new clients for both in-person and telehealth therapy. My practice utilizes a person-centered and strength-based approach to understand and address each client's unique goals for therapy. I view the client as the expert on their own situation and value a collaborative approach to treatment that focuses on honoring the individual and their self-determination.
I am currently accepting new clients for both in-person and telehealth therapy. My practice utilizes a person-centered and strength-based approach to understand and address each client's unique goals for therapy. I view the client as the expert on their own situation and value a collaborative approach to treatment that focuses on honoring the individual and their self-determination.
Chelsea Cheney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, TLMFT
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 (Online Only)
I believe that everyone's capable of experiencing an emotionally healthy and fulfilling life regardless of their unique circumstance. With therapy to find insight into past pain and trauma, wounds old and new can be healed, and tools can be discovered to deal with present and future challenges. My clients are ready to be the agents of change in their lives through their personal growth instead of waiting for the world around them to change. I believe that through therapy with me, individuals have the innate wisdom and courage that can be discovered to find their best paths forward with compassion for self and others.
I believe that everyone's capable of experiencing an emotionally healthy and fulfilling life regardless of their unique circumstance. With therapy to find insight into past pain and trauma, wounds old and new can be healed, and tools can be discovered to deal with present and future challenges. My clients are ready to be the agents of change in their lives through their personal growth instead of waiting for the world around them to change. I believe that through therapy with me, individuals have the innate wisdom and courage that can be discovered to find their best paths forward with compassion for self and others.
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Spirituality Therapists
What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.