Therapists in Polk County, IA
I feel honored to walk alongside clients in helping renew freedom in themselves. I strive to offer a warm, supportive, and empathic environment for my clients to begin pursuing change in their lives. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them leave behind things they no longer need- behavioral patterns that lead to inauthentic relationships, difficulty in managing emotions, unhealthy view of themselves, or anything that prevents clients from being their genuine self.
I feel honored to walk alongside clients in helping renew freedom in themselves. I strive to offer a warm, supportive, and empathic environment for my clients to begin pursuing change in their lives. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them leave behind things they no longer need- behavioral patterns that lead to inauthentic relationships, difficulty in managing emotions, unhealthy view of themselves, or anything that prevents clients from being their genuine self.
I look forward to helping clients meet their desired goals and achieve personal growth. I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 2001 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Family Services. I then attended Iowa State University and received a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. For fourteen years, I worked as a Certified Child Life Specialist, supporting patients and families who were experiencing acute or chronic illness. I also worked in the Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) and maternity units.
I look forward to helping clients meet their desired goals and achieve personal growth. I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 2001 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Family Services. I then attended Iowa State University and received a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. For fourteen years, I worked as a Certified Child Life Specialist, supporting patients and families who were experiencing acute or chronic illness. I also worked in the Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) and maternity units.
Tammera Bibbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
For the past 20 years I have worked with children and families who have been faced with traumas in their lives. I am passionate about helping people move past the difficulties that life has thrown in their paths and move toward living the fullest that life has to offer.
For the past 20 years I have worked with children and families who have been faced with traumas in their lives. I am passionate about helping people move past the difficulties that life has thrown in their paths and move toward living the fullest that life has to offer.
Jordan Plummer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clive, IA 50325
Waitlist for new clients
Hope can be hard to come by in times of daily struggles and distress. But it’s also what keeps us walking down the hallways of life toward healing and relief. My goal has always been to help others find hope for their future. Hope when life brings challenges, hope despite the past, hope in the present, and hope for what’s to come. I believe every person has the ability to overcome and heal with even the smallest spark of hope. I have spent much of my career helping others develop skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as working through couple, family, and other relationship unit issues.
Hope can be hard to come by in times of daily struggles and distress. But it’s also what keeps us walking down the hallways of life toward healing and relief. My goal has always been to help others find hope for their future. Hope when life brings challenges, hope despite the past, hope in the present, and hope for what’s to come. I believe every person has the ability to overcome and heal with even the smallest spark of hope. I have spent much of my career helping others develop skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as working through couple, family, and other relationship unit issues.
Sue Cyr Counseling Services PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Windsor Heights, IA 50324
All of us are in some way coping with change in our lives, whether these changes are by choice or by circumstance. And all of us deserve an understanding ear, a soft shoulder and a nonjudgmental space to be genuinely ourselves.
All of us are in some way coping with change in our lives, whether these changes are by choice or by circumstance. And all of us deserve an understanding ear, a soft shoulder and a nonjudgmental space to be genuinely ourselves.
I work together with each individual to identify strengths, inter-relational patterns, and motivation for change. I see clients 14 and older with a particular focus on teens and young adults. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing suicidal ideation and self-harm/non-suicidal self-injury, with additional experience in depression, anxiety, body image, life transitions, and identity.
I work together with each individual to identify strengths, inter-relational patterns, and motivation for change. I see clients 14 and older with a particular focus on teens and young adults. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing suicidal ideation and self-harm/non-suicidal self-injury, with additional experience in depression, anxiety, body image, life transitions, and identity.
Cielita Oden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309 (Online Only)
You are one step closer to the best version of YOU! As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), my goal is to support you through life's ups and downs, helping you find balance and fulfillment along the way. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed by life's twists and turns, I'm here to help you navigate those challenges. I take a comprehensive approach that covers everything from managing stress and solving problems to boosting self-esteem and overcoming obstacles. Let's work together to empower you on your journey to a happier and more fulfilling life!
You are one step closer to the best version of YOU! As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), my goal is to support you through life's ups and downs, helping you find balance and fulfillment along the way. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed by life's twists and turns, I'm here to help you navigate those challenges. I take a comprehensive approach that covers everything from managing stress and solving problems to boosting self-esteem and overcoming obstacles. Let's work together to empower you on your journey to a happier and more fulfilling life!
I offer convenient evening and weekend appointments. We are all capable of making changes. Setting small goals can lead to larger life improvements. I have had the privilege of working with people from all walks of life and have seen amazing growth and change over my 17+ years of practicing as a clinical social worker. If we do nothing to make change, life stays the same, with the same problems. It takes courage to look at ourselves and work on the things that drag us down. Together we'll build on your strengths to help meet your goals.
I offer convenient evening and weekend appointments. We are all capable of making changes. Setting small goals can lead to larger life improvements. I have had the privilege of working with people from all walks of life and have seen amazing growth and change over my 17+ years of practicing as a clinical social worker. If we do nothing to make change, life stays the same, with the same problems. It takes courage to look at ourselves and work on the things that drag us down. Together we'll build on your strengths to help meet your goals.
Are you an adult who is living with anxiety or depression? Are you seeking to find common ground in your relationships? There is hope, there are solutions, you can make it through this, and I'm here to help. I help will help you: improve your communication skills, overcome any anger issues, overcome any trauma, overcome any unresolved family conflict, improve the connection and intimacy between you and your partner, and overcome any challenges related to substance abuse. Offering a wide range of support for adults, or families who have concerns about their emotional, behavioral, or adjustment problems.
Are you an adult who is living with anxiety or depression? Are you seeking to find common ground in your relationships? There is hope, there are solutions, you can make it through this, and I'm here to help. I help will help you: improve your communication skills, overcome any anger issues, overcome any trauma, overcome any unresolved family conflict, improve the connection and intimacy between you and your partner, and overcome any challenges related to substance abuse. Offering a wide range of support for adults, or families who have concerns about their emotional, behavioral, or adjustment problems.
The decision to seek therapy can often feel intimidating and vulnerable. As a therapist I strive to provide a safe and empowering space to explore your individual needs within the context of your overall environment. My goal is to help promote healing and growth that feels personalized and attainable to your specific needs, experiences, and values, as well as providing you with the opportunity to collaborate on a treatment plan tailored to your mental health and overcoming the challenges life throws your way.
The decision to seek therapy can often feel intimidating and vulnerable. As a therapist I strive to provide a safe and empowering space to explore your individual needs within the context of your overall environment. My goal is to help promote healing and growth that feels personalized and attainable to your specific needs, experiences, and values, as well as providing you with the opportunity to collaborate on a treatment plan tailored to your mental health and overcoming the challenges life throws your way.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 12 years of experience working with adults and teenagers. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, LGBTQ+ issues, deconstruction and religious trauma, transitional and phase of life issues, self-esteem related concerns and eating disorders. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and I will work with you to create a treatment plan that is specific to your unique needs and preferences while incorporating your natural resiliency and strengths.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 12 years of experience working with adults and teenagers. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, LGBTQ+ issues, deconstruction and religious trauma, transitional and phase of life issues, self-esteem related concerns and eating disorders. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and I will work with you to create a treatment plan that is specific to your unique needs and preferences while incorporating your natural resiliency and strengths.
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I often work with individuals whose past experiences are interfering with their ability to engage in the present. This may be a result of trauma, neglect, or abuse, as well as enduring a major loss in life. I treat adults with issues related to trauma, grief, mood disorders, and borderline personality disorder. I utilize an integrated, evidence-based treatment approach including schema therapy, DBT, narrative therapy, and ERP. I listen to what clients see as most important and use this as a starting point. My hope for you is to feel safe and understood but also challenged.
I often work with individuals whose past experiences are interfering with their ability to engage in the present. This may be a result of trauma, neglect, or abuse, as well as enduring a major loss in life. I treat adults with issues related to trauma, grief, mood disorders, and borderline personality disorder. I utilize an integrated, evidence-based treatment approach including schema therapy, DBT, narrative therapy, and ERP. I listen to what clients see as most important and use this as a starting point. My hope for you is to feel safe and understood but also challenged.
Zannie Thierer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker practicing in the Des Moines area. My role in your journey to improving your mental wellbeing is to guide you, support you, and challenge you. As a mental health provider, it is important to build a trusting relationship along with providing a safe, caring, open and nonjudgmental environment.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker practicing in the Des Moines area. My role in your journey to improving your mental wellbeing is to guide you, support you, and challenge you. As a mental health provider, it is important to build a trusting relationship along with providing a safe, caring, open and nonjudgmental environment.
I recognize that it takes a great deal of vulnerability and courage to embark on the therapeutic journey. My approach is trauma-informed and incorporates art therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused and strengths-based models. I find that art therapy is a helpful and unique way for clients to approach difficulties and express themselves. I also believe that clients don’t exist in a vacuum. I explore aspects of the various systems within which clients exist. My goal as a therapist is to provide a creative and accepting space for clients to be truly seen and heard.
I recognize that it takes a great deal of vulnerability and courage to embark on the therapeutic journey. My approach is trauma-informed and incorporates art therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused and strengths-based models. I find that art therapy is a helpful and unique way for clients to approach difficulties and express themselves. I also believe that clients don’t exist in a vacuum. I explore aspects of the various systems within which clients exist. My goal as a therapist is to provide a creative and accepting space for clients to be truly seen and heard.
Do you find it difficult to understand and manage your emotions? Are you often hard and critical towards yourself? Do you feel as though your past experiences are holding you back? Do you feel hopeless or stuck, wondering what the next steps are? If this sounds like you, then I am confident we can work together so that you can begin living the life you want to live, work through life’s challenges, and heal your relationships with yourself and others. Change and healing ARE possible. The first step is having the courage to reach out and not face life’s challenges alone.
Do you find it difficult to understand and manage your emotions? Are you often hard and critical towards yourself? Do you feel as though your past experiences are holding you back? Do you feel hopeless or stuck, wondering what the next steps are? If this sounds like you, then I am confident we can work together so that you can begin living the life you want to live, work through life’s challenges, and heal your relationships with yourself and others. Change and healing ARE possible. The first step is having the courage to reach out and not face life’s challenges alone.
Linda M Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
I usually can get new clients in within 1-2 weeks and have evening appointments available. I see individual adults, couples and families. I have been doing therapy since 1998 and am passionate about helping those I serve resolve conflict. Sometimes new clients tell me they don't really know how therapy works which is ok as I can guide you through the process. I specialize in helping those with depression, anxiety, family conflict, blended families, contemplating divorce and recovering from divorce, couples issues, conflicted relational concerns, career changes, anger management, trauma, sexual abuse, and stress.
I usually can get new clients in within 1-2 weeks and have evening appointments available. I see individual adults, couples and families. I have been doing therapy since 1998 and am passionate about helping those I serve resolve conflict. Sometimes new clients tell me they don't really know how therapy works which is ok as I can guide you through the process. I specialize in helping those with depression, anxiety, family conflict, blended families, contemplating divorce and recovering from divorce, couples issues, conflicted relational concerns, career changes, anger management, trauma, sexual abuse, and stress.
Rhonda Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Rhonda has experience working with adolescents in a mental health hospital setting, adults in a transitional independent living group home, and new moms adjusting to life as a parent caring for their infants and themselves in a program at Broadlawns Medical Center. For 16 years Rhonda taught preschool through high school, both as a homeschool mom, and for 6 years as a preschool teacher. She was also a social worker at Blank Children’s Hospital for 5 years. Her life and professional experiences have enriched her perspective and knowledge, which allows for unique insights, appreciation, and empathy in the therapeutic relationship.
Rhonda has experience working with adolescents in a mental health hospital setting, adults in a transitional independent living group home, and new moms adjusting to life as a parent caring for their infants and themselves in a program at Broadlawns Medical Center. For 16 years Rhonda taught preschool through high school, both as a homeschool mom, and for 6 years as a preschool teacher. She was also a social worker at Blank Children’s Hospital for 5 years. Her life and professional experiences have enriched her perspective and knowledge, which allows for unique insights, appreciation, and empathy in the therapeutic relationship.
Jill K Shirley
Counselor, JD, LMHC, IADC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Whether you are facing life-changing circumstances, finally facing an ongoing issue and ready to change, or simply need an objective sounding board, reaching out to a therapist is a courageous step. We will work together to explore what underlies the difficulties you face and collaborate to find solutions and mechanisms for coping. In therapy we will work together to develop a trusting relationship so that you feel safe enough to express your most authentic and vulnerable self.
Whether you are facing life-changing circumstances, finally facing an ongoing issue and ready to change, or simply need an objective sounding board, reaching out to a therapist is a courageous step. We will work together to explore what underlies the difficulties you face and collaborate to find solutions and mechanisms for coping. In therapy we will work together to develop a trusting relationship so that you feel safe enough to express your most authentic and vulnerable self.
Available for Telehealth now until our Ankeny office opens in November! I consider it a great privilege and honor to walk alongside others as they navigate life's challenges, helping them feel truly known and understood. I believe that anyone can benefit from participating in therapy and having a safe space to work toward their goals. Helping you reach higher toward growth and healing is my goal in every session. To get there, we'll work together to create a comfortable, judgment-free space so you can let it all out - the hurts from the past, complicated feelings, and anything else you may want to share.
Available for Telehealth now until our Ankeny office opens in November! I consider it a great privilege and honor to walk alongside others as they navigate life's challenges, helping them feel truly known and understood. I believe that anyone can benefit from participating in therapy and having a safe space to work toward their goals. Helping you reach higher toward growth and healing is my goal in every session. To get there, we'll work together to create a comfortable, judgment-free space so you can let it all out - the hurts from the past, complicated feelings, and anything else you may want to share.
Hannah has experience working with clients who experience chronic illness as well as clients who are in the grieving process due to the death of a loved one. Hannah has experience working with adolescents (ages 10-18) as well as young adults. Working with individuals who have never experienced mental health struggles in the past is something that Hannah has found an interest in. Hannah believes that the relationship between the client and the therapist is the foundation of progress and growth in a therapeutic environment.
Hannah has experience working with clients who experience chronic illness as well as clients who are in the grieving process due to the death of a loved one. Hannah has experience working with adolescents (ages 10-18) as well as young adults. Working with individuals who have never experienced mental health struggles in the past is something that Hannah has found an interest in. Hannah believes that the relationship between the client and the therapist is the foundation of progress and growth in a therapeutic environment.
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Number of Therapists in Polk County, IA
800+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Polk County, IA who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 89% | Depression |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 77% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 74% | Stress |
| 68% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 82% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 76% | Wellmark BCBS |
| 54% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Polk County, IA see their clients
| 80% | In Person and Online | |
| 20% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |