Medicaid Therapists in Polk County, IA
Hi! My name is Zodie Love Flemings I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Medically Retired Combat Veteran, and a Mother. As a clinician, I am here to meet you where you are and provide you with empowering, meaningful, and engaging counseling services.
Hi! My name is Zodie Love Flemings I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Medically Retired Combat Veteran, and a Mother. As a clinician, I am here to meet you where you are and provide you with empowering, meaningful, and engaging counseling services.
Are you struggling with balancing your life and you feel like something is missing? I can provide you with genuine support, compassion and direction toward more joy in your life. Renew Counseling helps work through life transitions, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, addictions, grief/loss, spirituality and body positivity. As a counselor and a Christian mom, I enjoy working with women and families to improve communication and relationship strategies, along with improving connection with your kids. Reach out today and renew your mind, body and spirit.
Are you struggling with balancing your life and you feel like something is missing? I can provide you with genuine support, compassion and direction toward more joy in your life. Renew Counseling helps work through life transitions, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, addictions, grief/loss, spirituality and body positivity. As a counselor and a Christian mom, I enjoy working with women and families to improve communication and relationship strategies, along with improving connection with your kids. Reach out today and renew your mind, body and spirit.
Kathy Greer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
Not accepting new clients
Congratulations on taking the next step in your journey by seeking a therapist to assist you! I believe at the heart of us all is the need to be accepted as our authentic selves and to be validated and empathized with. As wounded children, we sometimes develop unhealthy coping skills to soothe uncomfortable feelings and unpleasant experiences. The tools that served us well as children turn into our autopilot as adults when we experience emotional dysregulation. My goal is to provide my clients with nonjudgmental, compassionate, empathetic support to aid in overcoming whatever stress, conflict, or trauma may be occurring in your life
Congratulations on taking the next step in your journey by seeking a therapist to assist you! I believe at the heart of us all is the need to be accepted as our authentic selves and to be validated and empathized with. As wounded children, we sometimes develop unhealthy coping skills to soothe uncomfortable feelings and unpleasant experiences. The tools that served us well as children turn into our autopilot as adults when we experience emotional dysregulation. My goal is to provide my clients with nonjudgmental, compassionate, empathetic support to aid in overcoming whatever stress, conflict, or trauma may be occurring in your life
John A. Bisenius
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Not accepting new clients
I approach each person as an individual first. We all have unique experiences and strengths to help manage life's challenges. In therapy you will have a judgement free space to work through whatever challenges you may be facing. I use a variety or approaches tailored to each person. I enjoy working with individuals from pre-adolescents (10-12) through adults and backgrounds as well as couples counseling. I believe that therapy should be a positive experience designed to help you reach your personal goals. I also provide a polyvagal backed approach called Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP).
I approach each person as an individual first. We all have unique experiences and strengths to help manage life's challenges. In therapy you will have a judgement free space to work through whatever challenges you may be facing. I use a variety or approaches tailored to each person. I enjoy working with individuals from pre-adolescents (10-12) through adults and backgrounds as well as couples counseling. I believe that therapy should be a positive experience designed to help you reach your personal goals. I also provide a polyvagal backed approach called Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP).
Casey Pestka
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients. Casey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with individuals, couples, families, and children. Casey strives to provide an environment focusing on client strengths and resiliency. Casey believes the client is the expert in their own lives. Casey is trained in Systems Theory and understands the importance of working with systems to create lasting change. Casey has experience working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship concerns, parenting, life stressors, and ADHD.
Not accepting new clients. Casey is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with individuals, couples, families, and children. Casey strives to provide an environment focusing on client strengths and resiliency. Casey believes the client is the expert in their own lives. Casey is trained in Systems Theory and understands the importance of working with systems to create lasting change. Casey has experience working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship concerns, parenting, life stressors, and ADHD.
Megan Hoxhalli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50312
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I'm Megan, an experienced therapist who works with teenagers and adults. I'm here to help you work through trauma, cope with anxiety and depression, and move towards living the life you want. I believe that every person deserves a safe and comfortable place to talk through stress, share their fears, and receive nonjudgmental support.
Hi, I'm Megan, an experienced therapist who works with teenagers and adults. I'm here to help you work through trauma, cope with anxiety and depression, and move towards living the life you want. I believe that every person deserves a safe and comfortable place to talk through stress, share their fears, and receive nonjudgmental support.
Mallory Francis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling lost trying to figure out who you are or who you want to become? Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed? Often our self-limiting beliefs hold us back from living a fulfilled life. You may find that it is affecting the way you show up in the world and how you connect with others. What if it felt possible to break free from the past? Envision yourself feeling empowered. Imagine the weight being lifted. Growth and healing are possible.
Are you feeling lost trying to figure out who you are or who you want to become? Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed? Often our self-limiting beliefs hold us back from living a fulfilled life. You may find that it is affecting the way you show up in the world and how you connect with others. What if it felt possible to break free from the past? Envision yourself feeling empowered. Imagine the weight being lifted. Growth and healing are possible.
Vincent Kelly
Counselor, MS, CRC, LMHC, EMDR CT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50310
Not accepting new clients
Congratulations on taking the first step to healing. At times life can be very challenging and keep us from becoming the person we see ourself becoming/being. Those challenges can come in many forms. They can be social, emotional, physical, financial or spiritual. I offer an environment that is peaceful and free of judgement. I am an exceptional listener with 17 yrs of experience working with individuals and families involved in the Child Welfare and Judicial Systems. I provide individual, family and couples counseling. You don't have to feel alone, I am here to take the journey with you!
Congratulations on taking the first step to healing. At times life can be very challenging and keep us from becoming the person we see ourself becoming/being. Those challenges can come in many forms. They can be social, emotional, physical, financial or spiritual. I offer an environment that is peaceful and free of judgement. I am an exceptional listener with 17 yrs of experience working with individuals and families involved in the Child Welfare and Judicial Systems. I provide individual, family and couples counseling. You don't have to feel alone, I am here to take the journey with you!
Tony J Raymer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50313
Not accepting new clients
Not currently accepting new clients at this time. I am happy to help you connect with others. Is it difficult to feel close to your child because of defiance, emotional outbursts, or behavioral struggles? Have you tried therapy before, but the therapist didn’t seem to understand you? My approach to counseling for adults and play therapy for children is nonjudgmental, supportive, and often fun. I believe interacting with the world through joy and humor lets us build healing connections with others. I have 11 years of experience helping families of kids ages 2-12 with skill building to become confident, peaceful, and connected.
Not currently accepting new clients at this time. I am happy to help you connect with others. Is it difficult to feel close to your child because of defiance, emotional outbursts, or behavioral struggles? Have you tried therapy before, but the therapist didn’t seem to understand you? My approach to counseling for adults and play therapy for children is nonjudgmental, supportive, and often fun. I believe interacting with the world through joy and humor lets us build healing connections with others. I have 11 years of experience helping families of kids ages 2-12 with skill building to become confident, peaceful, and connected.
Chelsea Cleveland
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Not accepting new clients
I always feel honored when a client invites me into their journey through the therapeutic process. Everyone has difficult experiences, some of which can shape them in ways they never wanted. I love walking alongside clients to help restore freedom and parts of themselves that they lost somewhere along the line. It is my privilege to watch clients leave behind things they no longer need—be that an unhealthy view of themselves, behavioral patterns that lead to inauthentic relationships, difficulty in handling emotions, or anything else that hinders clients from stepping into everything they want to become.
I always feel honored when a client invites me into their journey through the therapeutic process. Everyone has difficult experiences, some of which can shape them in ways they never wanted. I love walking alongside clients to help restore freedom and parts of themselves that they lost somewhere along the line. It is my privilege to watch clients leave behind things they no longer need—be that an unhealthy view of themselves, behavioral patterns that lead to inauthentic relationships, difficulty in handling emotions, or anything else that hinders clients from stepping into everything they want to become.
Emily Duvick
Counselor, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Not accepting new clients
As a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) I would like everyone to explore their creative side and become their best, most authentic selves. I offer individual therapy both in person and via telehealth sessions primarily working with teenagers, adults, and elders. Through working together I want to help empower others to self advocate and set boundaries
As a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) I would like everyone to explore their creative side and become their best, most authentic selves. I offer individual therapy both in person and via telehealth sessions primarily working with teenagers, adults, and elders. Through working together I want to help empower others to self advocate and set boundaries
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Counselor, LMHC, MA, BS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with heavy feelings, difficulties regulating your emotions, or just worrying a lot? Do you find yourself unable to feel or find happiness in your life? Are you grieving a loss, or having trouble adapting to a new normal? As a temporary licensed mental health counselor my goal is to meet you where you are and help guide you to a healthier life, or at least give you some relief. I work collaboratively with my clients and am attentive to their individuality and the uniqueness they each bring to the therapy process. Therapy is your journey, and I'm honored to cheer you on and challenge you to reach your goals.
Are you struggling with heavy feelings, difficulties regulating your emotions, or just worrying a lot? Do you find yourself unable to feel or find happiness in your life? Are you grieving a loss, or having trouble adapting to a new normal? As a temporary licensed mental health counselor my goal is to meet you where you are and help guide you to a healthier life, or at least give you some relief. I work collaboratively with my clients and am attentive to their individuality and the uniqueness they each bring to the therapy process. Therapy is your journey, and I'm honored to cheer you on and challenge you to reach your goals.
Eric Williamson
Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50320 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
If you are reading this, you are most likely considering getting in touch with a therapist. Regardless of the reason or reasons, I believe that it is important for you to recognize and honor your strength in reaching this point. I know that it can be difficult to ask for help, but if you are ready, I am here. Creating an environment that is judgment-free and unwaveringly supportive is exceptionally important to me. My desire is to work with clients who feel that there is something preventing them from living their best and most fulfilling life.
If you are reading this, you are most likely considering getting in touch with a therapist. Regardless of the reason or reasons, I believe that it is important for you to recognize and honor your strength in reaching this point. I know that it can be difficult to ask for help, but if you are ready, I am here. Creating an environment that is judgment-free and unwaveringly supportive is exceptionally important to me. My desire is to work with clients who feel that there is something preventing them from living their best and most fulfilling life.
MacKenzie Gibbons
MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Not accepting new clients
After undergrad I moved to North Carolina where I received my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a certificate in Marriage and Family Counseling. I was licensed in NC for two years prior to making the decision to move back to Iowa. I work with all ages, but primarily focus on ages 10 years or older, and I am comfortable with working with most diagnoses. I am a CBT therapist that will also at times use a Solution-Focused and DBT approach. I remind clients who are searching for a therapist, “Therapist are like shoes. We do not fit you all. You need to make sure you find your right fit”.
After undergrad I moved to North Carolina where I received my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a certificate in Marriage and Family Counseling. I was licensed in NC for two years prior to making the decision to move back to Iowa. I work with all ages, but primarily focus on ages 10 years or older, and I am comfortable with working with most diagnoses. I am a CBT therapist that will also at times use a Solution-Focused and DBT approach. I remind clients who are searching for a therapist, “Therapist are like shoes. We do not fit you all. You need to make sure you find your right fit”.
Amy J. Ugulini Pals
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Not accepting new clients
Do you or your child have many strengths, but have symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, or trauma that are keeping you or your child from reaching your full potential? Does your child struggle with challenging behaviors that negatively impact his or her life? Therapy can help you overcome these symptoms and meet your goals! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, families, and adults. I look forward to helping you regain the strength and confidence in yourself and your ability to manage and conquer struggles you may be facing.
Do you or your child have many strengths, but have symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, or trauma that are keeping you or your child from reaching your full potential? Does your child struggle with challenging behaviors that negatively impact his or her life? Therapy can help you overcome these symptoms and meet your goals! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, families, and adults. I look forward to helping you regain the strength and confidence in yourself and your ability to manage and conquer struggles you may be facing.
Rebecca Spiess
Counselor, MS, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Urbandale, IA 50322
Not accepting new clients
There are times in our lives in which we feel alone and no one could possibly understand what life is like for us. As a therapist, I find it important to understand what your life experience has been and join you in your journey to making the changes you would like to see in yourself. I provide a safe, respectful, and judgment-free place for clients to work through their conflicts and find the strength within themselves to make positive changes.
There are times in our lives in which we feel alone and no one could possibly understand what life is like for us. As a therapist, I find it important to understand what your life experience has been and join you in your journey to making the changes you would like to see in yourself. I provide a safe, respectful, and judgment-free place for clients to work through their conflicts and find the strength within themselves to make positive changes.
Provider focused on long-term treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder, Complex PTSD, and PTSD. "You're not stuck. You're just committed to certain patterns of behavior because they helped you in the past. Now those behaviors have become more harmful than helpful. The reason you can't move forward is because you keep applying an old formula to a new level in your life." - Emily Maroutian. Are you stuck in a pattern? Change can be hard, but it starts with empathy for the reasons the patterns developed in the first place.
Provider focused on long-term treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder, Complex PTSD, and PTSD. "You're not stuck. You're just committed to certain patterns of behavior because they helped you in the past. Now those behaviors have become more harmful than helpful. The reason you can't move forward is because you keep applying an old formula to a new level in your life." - Emily Maroutian. Are you stuck in a pattern? Change can be hard, but it starts with empathy for the reasons the patterns developed in the first place.
Not Taking New Clients Until Fall 2024:Therapy is an opportunity to build connections within yourself, your personal relationships, and community. My philosophy is that you are whole, possessing all of the tools that you need in order to execute your desired change. My role as a therapist is to help connect you to your inner strengths, beliefs, and values to enhance your life experience and achieve your goals. I am currently am working with individuals experiencing a variety of life stressors that include: life transitions, academic or vocational stressors, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation and trauma.
Not Taking New Clients Until Fall 2024:Therapy is an opportunity to build connections within yourself, your personal relationships, and community. My philosophy is that you are whole, possessing all of the tools that you need in order to execute your desired change. My role as a therapist is to help connect you to your inner strengths, beliefs, and values to enhance your life experience and achieve your goals. I am currently am working with individuals experiencing a variety of life stressors that include: life transitions, academic or vocational stressors, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation and trauma.
Amber Roberts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Not accepting new clients
Amber's focus is on working with couples and families and acting as the facilitator for the clients desired growth and change. She strongly promotes the belief that this is your journey, and you decide where the road takes you; Amber is there to help you along that path! She understands that past experiences help shape who we are and fuel our current state of being. Acknowledging this, she is here to help process and facilitate new experiences to promote desired growth and change!
Amber's focus is on working with couples and families and acting as the facilitator for the clients desired growth and change. She strongly promotes the belief that this is your journey, and you decide where the road takes you; Amber is there to help you along that path! She understands that past experiences help shape who we are and fuel our current state of being. Acknowledging this, she is here to help process and facilitate new experiences to promote desired growth and change!
Lauren Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Not accepting new clients
I believe people heal through healthy connections and relationships, whether these relationships be parent-child, family systems, romantic connection, supportive friendship or a healthy relationship with yourself. As a clinician, developing a trusting, supportive relationship with my clients is vital to provide a comfortable, non-judgmental, and compassionate space to work through life's challenges. I am experienced with individuals, couples, and families experiencing complex trauma and mental health difficulties. I enjoy working with clients ages 3 through the lifespan emphasizing work with children, teens, and young adults.
I believe people heal through healthy connections and relationships, whether these relationships be parent-child, family systems, romantic connection, supportive friendship or a healthy relationship with yourself. As a clinician, developing a trusting, supportive relationship with my clients is vital to provide a comfortable, non-judgmental, and compassionate space to work through life's challenges. I am experienced with individuals, couples, and families experiencing complex trauma and mental health difficulties. I enjoy working with clients ages 3 through the lifespan emphasizing work with children, teens, and young adults.
