Therapists in Iowa
![Photo of Tonya Gordon, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6f4cbe20-a7b7-41b6-98c1-1a58d826e831/1/320x400.png)
I am passionate about creating an accepting environment where clients feel safe sharing their emotional experiences and vulnerabilities while working through challenges. Guided by genuineness, non-bias, and person centered empathy, I sincerely believe clients are the experts within their own lives. Each and every individual possesses their own unique set of experiences, values, beliefs, family system and culture.
I am passionate about creating an accepting environment where clients feel safe sharing their emotional experiences and vulnerabilities while working through challenges. Guided by genuineness, non-bias, and person centered empathy, I sincerely believe clients are the experts within their own lives. Each and every individual possesses their own unique set of experiences, values, beliefs, family system and culture.
![Photo of Sandy Healey, LISW, IAADC, SAP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/79cdde2d-e27f-47c0-ab28-502c7a0a84b3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Limited availability for New Clients. Call/email for free consultation. I specialize in working with people with anxiety, addiction, depression and marital concerns. I have extensive training and certification in addiction counseling and offer SAP/DOT evaluations.
Limited availability for New Clients. Call/email for free consultation. I specialize in working with people with anxiety, addiction, depression and marital concerns. I have extensive training and certification in addiction counseling and offer SAP/DOT evaluations.
![Photo of Brandon Akes, LISW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/25a2d3f4-7b8b-4618-927d-e89f6a049c2e/2/320x400.jpeg)
It's a normal, human experience to need support with mental health. We can all feel stuck sometimes, experience difficult life events, struggle to feel good about who we are, or experience challenging mental health symptoms. No matter what brings you to therapy, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to identify and work on your goals. I believe we all have the ability to heal, grow, and find meaning in our experiences. My role as a therapist is to walk with my client as they process their experiences and increase their confidence in their ability to live their desired lives.
It's a normal, human experience to need support with mental health. We can all feel stuck sometimes, experience difficult life events, struggle to feel good about who we are, or experience challenging mental health symptoms. No matter what brings you to therapy, I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to identify and work on your goals. I believe we all have the ability to heal, grow, and find meaning in our experiences. My role as a therapist is to walk with my client as they process their experiences and increase their confidence in their ability to live their desired lives.
![Photo of Matt Cohen, PhD, LMSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f011fc78-f177-4adb-9ced-41ae853412e6/3/320x400.jpeg)
Matt Cohen, Ph.D. is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker, The University of Kansas '94) He works as a group facilitator and a licensed workplace mediator, and counsels individuals and couples 18 years and older. Matt has also given national seminars about working with difficult people in the workplace. He is a certified workplace mediator, coach/educator, and trains others in mediation. He has traveled nationally and internationally to present and conduct workshops using movement, storytelling, and play as a technique to build community and spontaneity. He has a Ph.D. in Film and Media Studies and taught at UIOWA for 9 years.
Matt Cohen, Ph.D. is an LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker, The University of Kansas '94) He works as a group facilitator and a licensed workplace mediator, and counsels individuals and couples 18 years and older. Matt has also given national seminars about working with difficult people in the workplace. He is a certified workplace mediator, coach/educator, and trains others in mediation. He has traveled nationally and internationally to present and conduct workshops using movement, storytelling, and play as a technique to build community and spontaneity. He has a Ph.D. in Film and Media Studies and taught at UIOWA for 9 years.
![Photo of Lois Potthoff, LMHC, MS, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5204ae21-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I strive to help others heal and become empowered while rediscovering their true sense of self and reconnect with their life purpose. Relationship is the foundation to healing and I use a client centered and attuned approach while integrating an individualized treatment plan to meet your goals. My goal is to meet you or your child where they are and be your guide to healing. I have over 30 years of experience working in the field of mental illness and developmental disorders.
I strive to help others heal and become empowered while rediscovering their true sense of self and reconnect with their life purpose. Relationship is the foundation to healing and I use a client centered and attuned approach while integrating an individualized treatment plan to meet your goals. My goal is to meet you or your child where they are and be your guide to healing. I have over 30 years of experience working in the field of mental illness and developmental disorders.
![Photo of Benita Triplett, LISW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1e9fa1d1-b25f-4d60-ad78-c488ef6d35cc/2/320x400.jpeg)
I want to assist individuals and families with their needs and well being, especially those who are most vulnerable. I specialize in geriatric mental health and enjoy working with this population.
I want to assist individuals and families with their needs and well being, especially those who are most vulnerable. I specialize in geriatric mental health and enjoy working with this population.
![Photo of Sarah Kay Kosiba, MA, LMFT, RPT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43944b58-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah Kay Kosiba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux City, IA 51106
Happy to offer online therapy and remote EMDR. My work is evidence-based, unique, and creative. It is grounded in behavioral change, mindfulness, and traditional talk therapy, which has been shown to effectively reduce trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, childhood behavioral disorders, and grief. Through the therapy process adults, families, and children can find a safe place to develop the skills they need to heal, to grow, and to thrive. My goal is to make each session unique to the needs of each person so they can build upon what already makes them happy.
Happy to offer online therapy and remote EMDR. My work is evidence-based, unique, and creative. It is grounded in behavioral change, mindfulness, and traditional talk therapy, which has been shown to effectively reduce trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, childhood behavioral disorders, and grief. Through the therapy process adults, families, and children can find a safe place to develop the skills they need to heal, to grow, and to thrive. My goal is to make each session unique to the needs of each person so they can build upon what already makes them happy.
![Photo of Jennifer Dolson, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b7ea8f80-6e94-4a24-a5a6-1db08a081ce0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Wherever you are on your journey to healing, I’m ready to provide a listening ear and a safe space where we can work together and help you achieve your goals. I have experience serving individuals, couples, and families, and I’ll collaborate with you to build a therapy plan that works for you and your schedule. I am available to meet with you in-person or via video teletherapy.
Wherever you are on your journey to healing, I’m ready to provide a listening ear and a safe space where we can work together and help you achieve your goals. I have experience serving individuals, couples, and families, and I’ll collaborate with you to build a therapy plan that works for you and your schedule. I am available to meet with you in-person or via video teletherapy.
![Photo of Devon Gilliland-Minard, MSW, LISW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/33bf5c3e-a8dc-4c98-acb9-271dae009130/2/320x400.jpeg)
Devon Gilliland-Minard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
West Des Moines, IA 50266
I believe all of us manage the ups and downs of life in different ways. Through a collaborative approach, individuals can develop more effective ways to manage these issues. I enjoy working with individuals (adolescents to adults), couples, and families who desire to make changes in their lives to better themselves.
I draw on many approaches to meet your needs and what will work best for you. I believe therapy should be a comfortable process where you leave feeling you have benefited in some way.
I believe all of us manage the ups and downs of life in different ways. Through a collaborative approach, individuals can develop more effective ways to manage these issues. I enjoy working with individuals (adolescents to adults), couples, and families who desire to make changes in their lives to better themselves.
I draw on many approaches to meet your needs and what will work best for you. I believe therapy should be a comfortable process where you leave feeling you have benefited in some way.
![Photo of Sara Nightingale Rome, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50bf64e5-f550-4083-a033-527b00175faa/1/320x400.jpeg)
My goal as a therapist is to create a caring, supportive, and non-judgmental environment so a client can feel safe being themselves. I believe it is through this safety that the work to heal, learn, grow, and understand ourselves can happen. In order to gain contentment in life, breaking free from the patterns that have kept life in discontentment is key. I view therapy as a partnership between therapist and client so working together is essential to making lasting changes.
My goal as a therapist is to create a caring, supportive, and non-judgmental environment so a client can feel safe being themselves. I believe it is through this safety that the work to heal, learn, grow, and understand ourselves can happen. In order to gain contentment in life, breaking free from the patterns that have kept life in discontentment is key. I view therapy as a partnership between therapist and client so working together is essential to making lasting changes.
![Photo of Raquel Watson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c1bafd53-6c1b-48e6-af69-6655c83b6748/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who has worked in a variety of settings such as inpatient, outpatient, youth shelters, adult shelters, and community based therapy settings. After experiencing Hurricane Katrina, I chose to focus my studies on how to help my clients process and move through their traumatic experiences. My passion is teaching clients the skills and tools they need to improve their lives while connecting them with a better understanding of who they are and where they want to go. Everyone is important and deserves a nonjudgmental, comforting space and the support to figure things out.
I am a licensed independent social worker (LISW) who has worked in a variety of settings such as inpatient, outpatient, youth shelters, adult shelters, and community based therapy settings. After experiencing Hurricane Katrina, I chose to focus my studies on how to help my clients process and move through their traumatic experiences. My passion is teaching clients the skills and tools they need to improve their lives while connecting them with a better understanding of who they are and where they want to go. Everyone is important and deserves a nonjudgmental, comforting space and the support to figure things out.
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![Photo of Julia Updegraff, MSCP, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2b174580-4fa1-4838-8b86-272913c0f65a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes life is hard. It is not uncommon to feel as if you are going through these difficult times on your own. I am here to tell you that you are not alone. My purpose is to be a compassionate, nonjudgmental listener in addition to teaching you necessary coping skills. I will use a combination of cognitive and behavioral techniques with a primary focus on mindfulness. My goal is not to fix you; it is to be a partner in your own healing.
Sometimes life is hard. It is not uncommon to feel as if you are going through these difficult times on your own. I am here to tell you that you are not alone. My purpose is to be a compassionate, nonjudgmental listener in addition to teaching you necessary coping skills. I will use a combination of cognitive and behavioral techniques with a primary focus on mindfulness. My goal is not to fix you; it is to be a partner in your own healing.
![Photo of Melinda Ann Green, PhD, LP, LMHC, HSP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/525e75a0-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Melinda Ann Green
Psychologist, PhD, LP, LMHC, HSP
Verified Verified
Coralville, IA 52241
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Green is an award winning psychologist and a nationally recognized researcher. She is a former collegiate professor of Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience. Dr. Green treats clients with a variety of presenting concerns including eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, trauma, grief, and relationship issues. Dr. Green specializes in the treatment of eating disorders using the latest advances in treatment science.
Dr. Green is an award winning psychologist and a nationally recognized researcher. She is a former collegiate professor of Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience. Dr. Green treats clients with a variety of presenting concerns including eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, trauma, grief, and relationship issues. Dr. Green specializes in the treatment of eating disorders using the latest advances in treatment science.
![Photo of Molly Chambers, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6a8b3977-f3b4-4e4b-9943-630066039996/2/320x400.jpeg)
Molly Chambers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Reach out by email for fastest contact. The most powerful predictor of whether therapy will be effective is your relationship with your therapist. Finding the right one can feel overwhelming but you are already on your way. My approach is warm, empathetic and straightforward. I am accepting and direct in nature while focusing on strengths and growth. I do not "beat around the bush" as they say, while also being understanding and kind. I know how important it is to find the right "fit" with a therapist so I offer free 30 minute intro sessions so you can determine if I am the right therapist for you.
Reach out by email for fastest contact. The most powerful predictor of whether therapy will be effective is your relationship with your therapist. Finding the right one can feel overwhelming but you are already on your way. My approach is warm, empathetic and straightforward. I am accepting and direct in nature while focusing on strengths and growth. I do not "beat around the bush" as they say, while also being understanding and kind. I know how important it is to find the right "fit" with a therapist so I offer free 30 minute intro sessions so you can determine if I am the right therapist for you.
![Photo of Penny Nichols-Peterson, LISW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53a8d3dd-4f50-4250-8768-48550596a922/2/320x400.jpeg)
Penny Nichols-Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Urbandale, IA 50322
I believe in the process of therapy and I am dedicated to helping you reach your goals. If you are seeking assistance and would like to begin therapy with a down-to-earth and compassionate therapist, I may be the right match for you. I believe you have the answers within you and any changes you make are the result of your hard work. If you choose to share your story with me, I will feel honored to help guide conversations, offer a different point of view, challenge thoughts, and listen with a non-judgmental mind and open heart.
I believe in the process of therapy and I am dedicated to helping you reach your goals. If you are seeking assistance and would like to begin therapy with a down-to-earth and compassionate therapist, I may be the right match for you. I believe you have the answers within you and any changes you make are the result of your hard work. If you choose to share your story with me, I will feel honored to help guide conversations, offer a different point of view, challenge thoughts, and listen with a non-judgmental mind and open heart.
![Photo of Matt Johnson, MS, LMHC, CFRC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bd74d5c5-68c9-41b9-ad31-e78ae389f039/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have worked with children and adolescents in the quad cities area for over 8 years. Throughout most of that time, I have helped families with conflict resolution, a decrease in negative behavior (truancy, substance use, running away, etc.) and have seen great results. I am actively working on my play therapy (RPT) license under supervision. With a very small number of male play therapists in this area, I believe I can help fill a large void by helping children who have been impacted negatively by trauma or other setbacks. I meet clients where they are at, no matter their age. Adults and children alike just want to be heard.
I have worked with children and adolescents in the quad cities area for over 8 years. Throughout most of that time, I have helped families with conflict resolution, a decrease in negative behavior (truancy, substance use, running away, etc.) and have seen great results. I am actively working on my play therapy (RPT) license under supervision. With a very small number of male play therapists in this area, I believe I can help fill a large void by helping children who have been impacted negatively by trauma or other setbacks. I meet clients where they are at, no matter their age. Adults and children alike just want to be heard.
![Photo of Shanon A. Claussen, LISW, RPT-S, CADC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41736f5f-f4e4-4107-8231-551b0e8a3513/3/320x400.jpeg)
Shanon A. Claussen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT-S, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Shanon Claussen LISW, RPT-S, CADC, Certified EMDR Therapist, has been providing mental health therapy since 2006, Shanon's clinical experience includes work with individuals (children 18 months & older, adolescents, adults, couples, & families). Shanon utilizes techniques appropriate to each client, individualizes treatment plans, & meets clients where they are at.
Shanon Claussen LISW, RPT-S, CADC, Certified EMDR Therapist, has been providing mental health therapy since 2006, Shanon's clinical experience includes work with individuals (children 18 months & older, adolescents, adults, couples, & families). Shanon utilizes techniques appropriate to each client, individualizes treatment plans, & meets clients where they are at.
![Photo of Jason Cleveland, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/48b4154f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jason Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Usually when someone asks me why they should go to therapy, I ask them if they think they could benefit from having a non-judgmental third party whose only motive in therapy is to help them get what they want in life. Having someone who can help identify the obstacles and then walk beside you to find healing and the solutions to the presenting struggles can be life changing. I want to be that person for you. The safe soul Sherpa. To be for you at times a guide, to be someone you can feel safe with, to feel safe enough to feel and heal, to be someone to challenge you to grow and find the light that is always shining within you.
Usually when someone asks me why they should go to therapy, I ask them if they think they could benefit from having a non-judgmental third party whose only motive in therapy is to help them get what they want in life. Having someone who can help identify the obstacles and then walk beside you to find healing and the solutions to the presenting struggles can be life changing. I want to be that person for you. The safe soul Sherpa. To be for you at times a guide, to be someone you can feel safe with, to feel safe enough to feel and heal, to be someone to challenge you to grow and find the light that is always shining within you.
![Photo of John F Meyer, MSW, LISW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/403d8eab-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with varied experiences covering all ages and many conditions. I entered the field of helping others in 2003 as a Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have since worked with troubled adolescents of varied backgrounds in a residential setting; the Chronically Mentally Ill in a community supported living program. I also have extensive Crisis Management experience. I have experience working with substance abuse, depression, anxiety, anger management, social anxiety, sexual trauma, combat trauma, family relationships, physical abuse, and behavior problems.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with varied experiences covering all ages and many conditions. I entered the field of helping others in 2003 as a Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have since worked with troubled adolescents of varied backgrounds in a residential setting; the Chronically Mentally Ill in a community supported living program. I also have extensive Crisis Management experience. I have experience working with substance abuse, depression, anxiety, anger management, social anxiety, sexual trauma, combat trauma, family relationships, physical abuse, and behavior problems.
![Photo of Mental Health Associates Llc - Mental Health Associates, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6f81fd3f-257b-414c-8d41-31ff2ff2d002/1/320x400.jpeg)
The mission of Mental Health Associates is to provide the highest quality mental health services, with a commitment to each individual at any stage of their life, and to provide research-based therapeutic services by highly trained and independently licensed professionals.
The mission of Mental Health Associates is to provide the highest quality mental health services, with a commitment to each individual at any stage of their life, and to provide research-based therapeutic services by highly trained and independently licensed professionals.