Relationship Issues Therapists in Waterloo, IA

I provide therapy services to individuals, couples, and families. I use a cognitive-behavioral approach to address presenting problems. This technique is beneficial in helping to treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, relationship issues, etc. as thoughts and feelings lead to behaviors or actions. Treatment services are also provided utilizing trauma informed care and EMDR to help with symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. I have been in private practice for 9 years now. I love seeing the positive changes that my clients are making in their lives!

New clients welcome! I have many options for appointment times. I have had the privilege to work with diverse populations, multiple faith-based traditions, multicultural clients, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. It takes courage to reach out and seek therapy. I honor that courage by providing compassionate, nonjudgmental, empathic listening and support establishing a safe place for clients to be able to share freely.

I am a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Iowa, who has been working in the counseling field for over 20 years. I primarily serve adults and adolescents who struggle with depression and anxiety, relationship distress, stress management, eating concerns, and histories of trauma.

I strive to empower individuals and help others achieve their goals through insight and developing personal strengths. I believe developing healthy relationships, finding life balance, and restoring an individual's inner world is vital in establishing one's overall well-being. Everyone goes through challenges and hardships in life. I respect how difficult it is to ask for help and receive support during these times. Building a therapeutic rapport, creating a safe place in the counseling process, and respecting every individual's life journey is important to me.

Have you drifted away from the closeness you used to have in your relationship or even started to resent each other? I use my training to help people connect deeply and learn to appreciate and enjoy each other again. Do you feel overwhelmed by multiple responsibilities and stresses? Have you lost touch with yourself? I can help you learn to manage your responsibilities, reduce stress, take better care of yourself, and increase enjoyment in life again.

I honor a strength's based, holistic approach that focuses on supporting and encouraging the client.

Accepting immediately this summer! Life can be so challenging and you're going through so much! I am here to support you and provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to express and process. I have worked with children/teens, young adults, college students, and adults. I have experience working with anxiety, stress management, self-esteem and confidence, self-care, and interpersonal relationship issues. Most of my clients have wanted to work on improving their overall quality of life, increasing their self-esteem and confidence, being able to regulate their emotions, and feel happy with where they are and where they want to be.

Overwhelmed by intense bouts of guilt, anger, shame and fear? Trapped. I specialize in helping clients who are struggling with PTSD, Trauma, Grief, Acute Life Challenges, Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Depression. Through our work together, clients will learn techniques to reduce intensity and practical resources to address persistent emotions. Allowing clients to be more present and achieve a new state of balance in their lives.

Are you struggling? Are you looking for a counselor with a Christian world view? If so, consider reaching out to our counselor. We believe, you were created for a purpose. Never settle for less than God’s very best for your life! We believe purpose can only be found through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Contact us if this is something that resonates with you.

Feeling unheard, hopeless, overwhelmed, and not sure where to turn? You deserve for your thoughts and feelings to be heard and understood. There is no problem too big or too small. Therapy is not a one ‘size fits all’. My approach is person-centered and strengths based. I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship that allows us to work together through any issue, and tailor sessions to meet your unique needs. I strive to always offer a safe, laid back, warm, and judgement-free space with a gentle, honest listening ear.

I will partner with you to find answers, and build skills to meet life's challenges with renewed strength. As a licensed clinical social worker for more than 25 years, I have the skills and life experience to help when you are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, life transitions or relationship issues. My specific training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gerontology enhance a broad range of interventions used in therapy.

I am a bilingual Spanish/English mental health counselor who understands that talking about how you really think or feel is not easy, and sometimes can be scary. Opening up to a stranger takes courage, and I know that taking that first step can be difficult. You might doubt that things can get better, that’s why I want to provide you that space where you feel comfortable and where you can be you. Choosing a therapist is not an easy process, I am committed to developing our therapeutic relationship.

Have you been noticing things like anxiety, sadness, or irritation that keep showing up and are making it hard to be around your friends, care for your family or do things you enjoy? Do you need a space to talk about the really hard time you are going through right now? Maybe you have been frustrated, feeling overwhelmed and feel like you can't quite get to the changes that you are wanting? Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship with food and not able to tell anyone what is really going on and how hard it is to change it.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depresion, loss of a sense of self or challenging relationships that affects your day to day life, relationships, ability to function, your work or home life? Have you survived traumatic events that have forever changed you and you struggle to get through each day? Do you feel exhausted, frustrated, overwhelmed or hopeless or do you try hard to not feel at all? Do you ever question, wonder or hope if things can get better? Do you want to stop just surviving and start thriving?

Katie Eastman is a Licensed Independent Social Worker and mental health therapist providing therapy to individuals of all ages. Katie earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Northern Iowa in 2018. Katie is passionate about using a variety of therapeutic modalities to inform her practice.

I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Play Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we’ll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts to change your feelings for the better. With Play therapy, we will allow the client to explore/express feelings and emotions through healthy play.

My ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of their mental health and is ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. They may be struggling with a variety of issues: anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or low self-esteem. They have a genuine desire to understand themselves better, improve their well-being, and live a more fulfilling life. Ultimately, my ideal client wants to experience a sense of empowerment, self-acceptance, and achievement. They understand that investing in their mental health is a valuable and transformative endeavor, and they are committed to the process of growth.

Struggling with significant anxiety, depression, uncontrollable intrusive thoughts, or the impacts of past trauma & abuse can feel awful. Maybe it's a rough patch in your life or struggles in a relationship or insomnia. Maybe you've struggled for so long, it just feels the way it will always be. We all need help from time to time with our struggles, whether they are recent or long-term mental health challenges. You may not even be sure what the problem is, but you know there is a problem & you want to feel better. You want a non-judgmental, safe, empathetic, and skilled person who can help. Low case load to focus on each person.

Mental health therapy is about wellness, not just for the mind, but for one’s whole self. If you’ve ever felt stuck, like you can see the way out but just can’t get there, you’re not alone. Many of us have tried to reason and logic our way to wellness but neglect our emotions which tell us when things just aren’t right. Therapy can be many things for different people, so I work closely with my clients to find out how we can learn about, understand, cope with, or possibly overcome whatever it is that brings them to therapy. If this is what you’re searching for, let’s talk!