Couples Counseling Therapists in Iowa

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John Michael Cilek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Iowa City, IA 52245
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families - offering therapy services that are affirming and welcoming to all.
Now accepting new clients (UI Gradcare, SHIP, UIChoice) - near campus in Northside of Iowa City & on bus routes > For so many of us, life can be overwhelming, disorienting, and difficult. In working with you, my hope is to have an opportunity to slow down, to be curious, and to uncover deeper meaning and connections within ourselves and in relating to others. Your particular knowledge, challenges, experiences, and expertise will be listened to carefully and sensitively responded to with transparency, kindness, and compassion. It is my commitment to greet you in each session with trust, a calm presence, and unconditional hospitality.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families - offering therapy services that are affirming and welcoming to all.
Now accepting new clients (UI Gradcare, SHIP, UIChoice) - near campus in Northside of Iowa City & on bus routes > For so many of us, life can be overwhelming, disorienting, and difficult. In working with you, my hope is to have an opportunity to slow down, to be curious, and to uncover deeper meaning and connections within ourselves and in relating to others. Your particular knowledge, challenges, experiences, and expertise will be listened to carefully and sensitively responded to with transparency, kindness, and compassion. It is my commitment to greet you in each session with trust, a calm presence, and unconditional hospitality.
(319) 670-2942 View (319) 670-2942
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Anthony J Mielke
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
As a therapist, I am committed to honoring your autonomy, perspective, and experience in order to collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. I view each person through a non-pathologizing lens and am committed to using my skills and resources to facilitate healing experiences during our time together. I strive to foster authentic relationships, offer challenges to facilitate growth, and empower individuals, couples, and families to actively engage in the process of healing. Please visit www.waxwingpsych.com for more information regarding my services.
As a therapist, I am committed to honoring your autonomy, perspective, and experience in order to collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. I view each person through a non-pathologizing lens and am committed to using my skills and resources to facilitate healing experiences during our time together. I strive to foster authentic relationships, offer challenges to facilitate growth, and empower individuals, couples, and families to actively engage in the process of healing. Please visit www.waxwingpsych.com for more information regarding my services.
(319) 250-2370 View (319) 250-2370
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Brandy Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Alburnett, IA 52202  (Online Only)
As a dedicated therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My approach integrates evidence-based techniques with empathy and a non-judgmental attitude to create a supportive therapeutic environment. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, I am committed to guiding you towards positive change and a renewed sense of self.
As a dedicated therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My approach integrates evidence-based techniques with empathy and a non-judgmental attitude to create a supportive therapeutic environment. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, I am committed to guiding you towards positive change and a renewed sense of self.
(319) 271-1692 View (319) 271-1692
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Dr. Scott Liu (Huan-Chung S Liu, Ph.D.)
Psychologist, PhD, LP, HSP
Verified Verified
Iowa City, IA 52240  (Online Only)
Scott is interested in working a broad range of concerns including depression and anxiety, identity and self-esteem issues, emotional expression (EQ), relationship, marriage/family concerns, men's issues, sexual trauma, sexual addiction, academic skills, and career concerns.
As a generalist, Scott finds that he works from an integrative lens, naturally leaning towards a client-centered, strengths-based, and multicultural perspectives. Often, he likes to integrate aspects of Interpersonal Therapy, family systems, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral theories with the bio-psycho-social framework. With extensive college counseling center experience (18+ years), Scott enjoys working with this population and understands the difficulties that often emerge during this transitional process (identities, relationships, self-awareness, etc.). Scott believed no concern is too big or too small to seek support.
Scott is interested in working a broad range of concerns including depression and anxiety, identity and self-esteem issues, emotional expression (EQ), relationship, marriage/family concerns, men's issues, sexual trauma, sexual addiction, academic skills, and career concerns.
As a generalist, Scott finds that he works from an integrative lens, naturally leaning towards a client-centered, strengths-based, and multicultural perspectives. Often, he likes to integrate aspects of Interpersonal Therapy, family systems, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral theories with the bio-psycho-social framework. With extensive college counseling center experience (18+ years), Scott enjoys working with this population and understands the difficulties that often emerge during this transitional process (identities, relationships, self-awareness, etc.). Scott believed no concern is too big or too small to seek support.
(319) 559-4963 View (319) 559-4963
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Emili Lair
Counselor, LMHC, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Estherville, IA 51334  (Online Only)
Emili has experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety disorders, all severities of depression, employment issues, chronic health issues, relationship distress, as well post-traumatic stress disorder. She is most passionate about helping individuals struggling to cope with the complexities of grief and loss of all forms, including those struggling to understand the most unimaginable tragedies in life. Emili has an interest providing couple’s counseling to partners wanting to improve communication, addressing ongoing conflict and/or betrayal in relationships, and experiencing new stages.
Emili has experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety disorders, all severities of depression, employment issues, chronic health issues, relationship distress, as well post-traumatic stress disorder. She is most passionate about helping individuals struggling to cope with the complexities of grief and loss of all forms, including those struggling to understand the most unimaginable tragedies in life. Emili has an interest providing couple’s counseling to partners wanting to improve communication, addressing ongoing conflict and/or betrayal in relationships, and experiencing new stages.
(712) 214-1187 View (712) 214-1187
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Kari Lee Stearns-Lamb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW, LSOTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davenport, IA 52803
My priority is you, and what you need to feel successful in your life. I believe in the holistic approach. This allows you to heal by taking all of your life experiences into consideration during the treatment process. Beginning therapy can be scary, and you may find yourself unsure, but you do not have to be. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I strongly believe in nonjudgmental therapy, and a trusting relationship. It is a true privilege to work with each of my clients, and I honor the relationships and the trust placed with me.
My priority is you, and what you need to feel successful in your life. I believe in the holistic approach. This allows you to heal by taking all of your life experiences into consideration during the treatment process. Beginning therapy can be scary, and you may find yourself unsure, but you do not have to be. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. I strongly believe in nonjudgmental therapy, and a trusting relationship. It is a true privilege to work with each of my clients, and I honor the relationships and the trust placed with me.
(563) 922-6275 View (563) 922-6275
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Megan Wych
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
I'm a licensed clinician who offers a non-judgmental, mindful approach to development and change for individuals, couples, and families.
Do you feel like you've tried everything, and it is just not 'clicking' for whatever reason? Has your child's personality shifted? Do you recognize struggles where there have not been any? Are you uncertain about what to do next and afraid that whatever this is, it might get worse? You might not have the words to describe what's happening, or maybe you're left second-guessing your thoughts, feelings, or purpose.
I'm a licensed clinician who offers a non-judgmental, mindful approach to development and change for individuals, couples, and families.
Do you feel like you've tried everything, and it is just not 'clicking' for whatever reason? Has your child's personality shifted? Do you recognize struggles where there have not been any? Are you uncertain about what to do next and afraid that whatever this is, it might get worse? You might not have the words to describe what's happening, or maybe you're left second-guessing your thoughts, feelings, or purpose.
(515) 303-4119 View (515) 303-4119
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Brandon Foley
Counselor, T-LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
My background includes over ten years of serving individuals affected by anxiety, depression, substance abuse, OCD, issues with sexuality and pornography, physical and intellectual disabilities, chronic illness, grief, PTSD, LGBTQA+ issues, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Counseling is an opportunity for us to strengthen connection with ourselves and others, while moving forward in life with greater satisfaction. Every hurt, hope, struggle and triumph is welcome here, as we work together to discover strength, wisdom, and direction through even life’s most difficult experiences. Each of us carries our own unique perspective and challenges — I tailor my approach to meet every client where they at without judgment.
My background includes over ten years of serving individuals affected by anxiety, depression, substance abuse, OCD, issues with sexuality and pornography, physical and intellectual disabilities, chronic illness, grief, PTSD, LGBTQA+ issues, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Counseling is an opportunity for us to strengthen connection with ourselves and others, while moving forward in life with greater satisfaction. Every hurt, hope, struggle and triumph is welcome here, as we work together to discover strength, wisdom, and direction through even life’s most difficult experiences. Each of us carries our own unique perspective and challenges — I tailor my approach to meet every client where they at without judgment.
(515) 361-5968 View (515) 361-5968
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Meagan Hruska
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021
Waitlist for new clients
I am here to guide you back to yourself. I believe you are actually the one who “knows,” and my job is to help you rebuild the trust you have within yourself to access your own knowing. My approach is rooted in relationships as the foundation of healing, esp. the relationship we have with ourselves. My intention is to assist you in re-discovering the authentic essence of who you are and to help you become more embodied, integrated and whole. I take a trauma informed, client-centered approach and draw from principals based on the interconnection of our beliefs, emotions, body, nervous system, brain, experiences and relationships.
I am here to guide you back to yourself. I believe you are actually the one who “knows,” and my job is to help you rebuild the trust you have within yourself to access your own knowing. My approach is rooted in relationships as the foundation of healing, esp. the relationship we have with ourselves. My intention is to assist you in re-discovering the authentic essence of who you are and to help you become more embodied, integrated and whole. I take a trauma informed, client-centered approach and draw from principals based on the interconnection of our beliefs, emotions, body, nervous system, brain, experiences and relationships.
(515) 516-4909 View (515) 516-4909
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Matthew Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50309
I have worked with individuals and couples for eight years and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I enjoy helping adults learn new skills to deal with anxiety, codependency, romantic relationships, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, peer relationships, personal growth, low self-esteem, spirituality, stress, trauma & PTSD, and work-life balance.
I have worked with individuals and couples for eight years and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I enjoy helping adults learn new skills to deal with anxiety, codependency, romantic relationships, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, peer relationships, personal growth, low self-esteem, spirituality, stress, trauma & PTSD, and work-life balance.
(515) 827-2237 View (515) 827-2237
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Caleb Hess
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
I am currently accepting referrals for both in-person and telehealth sessions! I am passionate about working with individuals and couples to promote positive growth and change. My approach to therapy is to work alongside you and develop client-driven interventions to facilitate the changes you want to see. Throughout our sessions together I will strive to create a nonjudgmental atmosphere and empower you on your journey of self-discovery.
I am currently accepting referrals for both in-person and telehealth sessions! I am passionate about working with individuals and couples to promote positive growth and change. My approach to therapy is to work alongside you and develop client-driven interventions to facilitate the changes you want to see. Throughout our sessions together I will strive to create a nonjudgmental atmosphere and empower you on your journey of self-discovery.
(319) 214-7859 View (319) 214-7859
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M. Catherine Gornet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , t-LMFT
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IA 52314
As a marriage and family therapist, Cat is a dedicated couples counselor, loves to work with family groups and welcomes all individual clients, whatever your stripe.
Cat believes that each one of us has the intuitive ability to heal and restore ourselves with ordinary awareness in present living. She invites you into a warm, non-judgemental and supportive environment to begin the important work of finding peace of mind and joy in everyday living. When we enjoy mental wellness, we feel connected to those close to us and the beauty of the natural world. Cat offers uncomplicated guidance for a variety of mental health concerns in a down to earth, attentive, and friendly way.
As a marriage and family therapist, Cat is a dedicated couples counselor, loves to work with family groups and welcomes all individual clients, whatever your stripe.
Cat believes that each one of us has the intuitive ability to heal and restore ourselves with ordinary awareness in present living. She invites you into a warm, non-judgemental and supportive environment to begin the important work of finding peace of mind and joy in everyday living. When we enjoy mental wellness, we feel connected to those close to us and the beauty of the natural world. Cat offers uncomplicated guidance for a variety of mental health concerns in a down to earth, attentive, and friendly way.
(319) 432-0542 View (319) 432-0542
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Warren R Jacobs
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
I believe that the relationship between the therapist and the client is paramount for holistic treatment and healing of the body, mind, and spirit, and therefore hopes to inspire clients by empowering, educating, and challenging them to build on their strengths as well as possibilities to move to a place of hope and healing.
I am the Executive Director and co-founder of the Central Iowa Family Institute. I worked with literally thousands of clients during my career as a licensed marriage and family therapist, educator, and consultant. With 30 years of experience, I've developed an integrated client-focused approach that combines family systems, positive psychology, communications theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy. I try to engender trust, hope, openness, warmth, respect, and a sense of humor in my work with clients.
I believe that the relationship between the therapist and the client is paramount for holistic treatment and healing of the body, mind, and spirit, and therefore hopes to inspire clients by empowering, educating, and challenging them to build on their strengths as well as possibilities to move to a place of hope and healing.
I am the Executive Director and co-founder of the Central Iowa Family Institute. I worked with literally thousands of clients during my career as a licensed marriage and family therapist, educator, and consultant. With 30 years of experience, I've developed an integrated client-focused approach that combines family systems, positive psychology, communications theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy. I try to engender trust, hope, openness, warmth, respect, and a sense of humor in my work with clients.
(515) 882-5904 x801 View (515) 882-5904 x801
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Betty J Karkosh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Toledo, IA 52342
Throughout my years of experience, I have been given the opportunity to assist individuals with developmental disabilities, substance abuse, mental health issues and relationship problems.
We can all get stuck, overwhelmed, or just feel hopeless in our lives for many different reasons. But when problems begin to disrupt sleep, appetite, or cause negative mood changes, it is important to seek counseling! Whether dealing with emotional /mental health issues or couple / family difficulties, I ensure professional care, that is honest, respectful and with your best interest at heart. Together we build hope with better solutions by gaining realistic insight, and increasing tools for control back in your life. This allows healing and positive life changes to be experienced.
Throughout my years of experience, I have been given the opportunity to assist individuals with developmental disabilities, substance abuse, mental health issues and relationship problems.
We can all get stuck, overwhelmed, or just feel hopeless in our lives for many different reasons. But when problems begin to disrupt sleep, appetite, or cause negative mood changes, it is important to seek counseling! Whether dealing with emotional /mental health issues or couple / family difficulties, I ensure professional care, that is honest, respectful and with your best interest at heart. Together we build hope with better solutions by gaining realistic insight, and increasing tools for control back in your life. This allows healing and positive life changes to be experienced.
(563) 607-5952 View (563) 607-5952
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Carrie Leaf
MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
I am here for you! I can help in areas of Anger management, Mindfulness practice, EMDR, Hypnosis, Smoking Cessation, Personal Development and Self-Care/Self-Love, Relationship guidance, Mindset work, Identifying and Clearing out Negative Beliefs, Integrating mind/body/soul, Finding your truth (unlearning), Building a strong Wellness Foundation.
Hello and welcome! For two decades now, I have helped clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life. Life's too short to be unhappy, unsure, or unfulfilled. I will help you learn and develop better ways to handle the issues that are keeping you stuck. I take a holistic approach. Offering: Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR, & more: Are you ready for a change? You don't have to do it alone. My goal is to work together with you to help you better understand yourself in a way that promotes growth and change as well as to help you & your relationships reach their maximum potential.
I am here for you! I can help in areas of Anger management, Mindfulness practice, EMDR, Hypnosis, Smoking Cessation, Personal Development and Self-Care/Self-Love, Relationship guidance, Mindset work, Identifying and Clearing out Negative Beliefs, Integrating mind/body/soul, Finding your truth (unlearning), Building a strong Wellness Foundation.
Hello and welcome! For two decades now, I have helped clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life. Life's too short to be unhappy, unsure, or unfulfilled. I will help you learn and develop better ways to handle the issues that are keeping you stuck. I take a holistic approach. Offering: Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, EMDR, & more: Are you ready for a change? You don't have to do it alone. My goal is to work together with you to help you better understand yourself in a way that promotes growth and change as well as to help you & your relationships reach their maximum potential.
(515) 619-6737 View (515) 619-6737
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Jennifer Van Fossoon-Roelfs
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
My name is Jennifer Van Fosson-Roelfs, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist working throughout the state of Iowa providing telehealth services. I work with teens, young adults, individuals, and couples. I specialize in areas such as depression, anxiety, LGBTIQQ+, grief and trauma. My approach to therapy is based on the needs of each client when they enter therapy. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with Solution and Strength based approaches. These approaches allow me to engage with the client in creating trust and a relationship that supports growth.
My name is Jennifer Van Fosson-Roelfs, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist working throughout the state of Iowa providing telehealth services. I work with teens, young adults, individuals, and couples. I specialize in areas such as depression, anxiety, LGBTIQQ+, grief and trauma. My approach to therapy is based on the needs of each client when they enter therapy. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with Solution and Strength based approaches. These approaches allow me to engage with the client in creating trust and a relationship that supports growth.
(319) 820-0115 View (319) 820-0115
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William F Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Our approach to treatment begins with a trusting relationship.
Are you looking for support to achieve the kind of life you envision? Maybe you are struggling to succeed in one of life's domains, including social, work, school, or family relationships. We would be honored to have an opportunity to work with you or your family member. The warm and supportive environment in our office helps clients feel comfortable working through personal challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, ADHD (adult and children), job stress, and other life stressors.
Our approach to treatment begins with a trusting relationship.
Are you looking for support to achieve the kind of life you envision? Maybe you are struggling to succeed in one of life's domains, including social, work, school, or family relationships. We would be honored to have an opportunity to work with you or your family member. The warm and supportive environment in our office helps clients feel comfortable working through personal challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, ADHD (adult and children), job stress, and other life stressors.
(515) 599-3170 View (515) 599-3170
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Katherine M Dinges
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50701
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 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.
(515) 212-2637 View (515) 212-2637
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Shana Boger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Urbandale, IA 50322
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I'm an LMFT & CADC. I have a variety of clinical interests and experience including individual/family recovery from addiction, relationship issues, anxiety, depression/mood disorders, emotional intensity, grief and loss, and life transitions. I am passionate about helping clients explore and achieve their balance within to support their growth and fulfillment. I'm intentional in being genuine and show up as a human first in the therapy room, and work alongside my clients to support them in moving toward healthy relationships and fulfilling lives through a strengths-based approach.
Hi there! I'm an LMFT & CADC. I have a variety of clinical interests and experience including individual/family recovery from addiction, relationship issues, anxiety, depression/mood disorders, emotional intensity, grief and loss, and life transitions. I am passionate about helping clients explore and achieve their balance within to support their growth and fulfillment. I'm intentional in being genuine and show up as a human first in the therapy room, and work alongside my clients to support them in moving toward healthy relationships and fulfilling lives through a strengths-based approach.
(515) 949-4533 View (515) 949-4533
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Rosario Garcia Fino
Counselor, MA, tLMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50701
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.
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.
(319) 800-5564 View (319) 800-5564
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