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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.
Mark J. Hillenbrand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, RCSW
Verified Verified
Des Moines, IA 50312 (Online Only)
My counseling experience includes providing interventions to positively address stress, life adjustments, marital issues, and psychological issues like addictions, depression, and anxiety. As a traumatic illness counselor, I help people overcome the obstacles associated with their illness. I have extensive experience working with people, couples, and families impacted by illness. A license from the State of Iowa authorizes me to practice as an independent clinical social worker. A license from the State of Missouri authorizes me to practice as a licensed clinical social worker.
My counseling experience includes providing interventions to positively address stress, life adjustments, marital issues, and psychological issues like addictions, depression, and anxiety. As a traumatic illness counselor, I help people overcome the obstacles associated with their illness. I have extensive experience working with people, couples, and families impacted by illness. A license from the State of Iowa authorizes me to practice as an independent clinical social worker. A license from the State of Missouri authorizes me to practice as a licensed clinical social worker.
Stacy Grooms
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Stacy Grooms is a graduate of Mt. Mercy University, having earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in August of 2021. Stacy strives to offer a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, safe, and nonjudgmental. Stacy is excited to work with couples and families as well as individual adults, teens, and children. Particularly couples with fidelity, communication, and intimacy issues. Families in times of turmoil. Individuals with panic disorders, personality disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Stacy Grooms is a graduate of Mt. Mercy University, having earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in August of 2021. Stacy strives to offer a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, safe, and nonjudgmental. Stacy is excited to work with couples and families as well as individual adults, teens, and children. Particularly couples with fidelity, communication, and intimacy issues. Families in times of turmoil. Individuals with panic disorders, personality disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Katie Amos
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Coralville, IA 52241
Waitlist for new clients
I have training and experience in marital and family therapy, play therapy, sandtray therapy, AutPlay, Applied Behavior Analysis and Theraplay.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am passionate about helping clients achieve emotional and physical wellness. I have several years of experience working with families and children; this has included community work, in-home work and clinical practice. I typically apply a solution focused, strength-based family systems model individualized to each unique client.
I have training and experience in marital and family therapy, play therapy, sandtray therapy, AutPlay, Applied Behavior Analysis and Theraplay.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am passionate about helping clients achieve emotional and physical wellness. I have several years of experience working with families and children; this has included community work, in-home work and clinical practice. I typically apply a solution focused, strength-based family systems model individualized to each unique client.
Donna Janosik
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Iowa City, IA 52240 (Online Only)
I will draw from several treatment modalities including: cognitive-behavioral, positive psychology, family/ marital, and existential therapy.
Currently accepting new clients. Immediate openings available afternoons/evenings. 24 years experience working as a therapist: individuals, couples and families. Everyone is dealing with life's stressors, and sometimes things become overwhelming. I can help you work through these difficult feelings. I will teach you how to get rid of that negative, looping self-talk. You will gain insight by identifying triggers, and learning about coping tools to help improve functioning and decrease road blocks. I will collaborate with you on goals, and help you live life with an enhanced positive outlook. Your willingness is the key ingredient!
I will draw from several treatment modalities including: cognitive-behavioral, positive psychology, family/ marital, and existential therapy.
Currently accepting new clients. Immediate openings available afternoons/evenings. 24 years experience working as a therapist: individuals, couples and families. Everyone is dealing with life's stressors, and sometimes things become overwhelming. I can help you work through these difficult feelings. I will teach you how to get rid of that negative, looping self-talk. You will gain insight by identifying triggers, and learning about coping tools to help improve functioning and decrease road blocks. I will collaborate with you on goals, and help you live life with an enhanced positive outlook. Your willingness is the key ingredient!
I have specialized in working with grief, loss, trauma, relationship issues, LGBTQ issues, weight loss, eating disorders, pain management, marital problems, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, domestic violence, and work conflict.
Hello, my name is Dr. Jill Sudak-Allison. I have been a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist for over 30 years. I have worked in outpatient medical clinics, private practice, and university settings. My therapeutic style is supportive, holistic and transparent. It is my goal to offer a safe, empathetic, caring, non-judgmental, and open environment for you to explore issues that cause you distress. My passion is to help you find your way back to being yourself, resolving your problems, experiencing peace of mind and joy in your life again.
I have specialized in working with grief, loss, trauma, relationship issues, LGBTQ issues, weight loss, eating disorders, pain management, marital problems, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, domestic violence, and work conflict.
Hello, my name is Dr. Jill Sudak-Allison. I have been a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist for over 30 years. I have worked in outpatient medical clinics, private practice, and university settings. My therapeutic style is supportive, holistic and transparent. It is my goal to offer a safe, empathetic, caring, non-judgmental, and open environment for you to explore issues that cause you distress. My passion is to help you find your way back to being yourself, resolving your problems, experiencing peace of mind and joy in your life again.
I work with couples, and individuals 14 years of age and older. If clients want to incorporate a spiritual perspective into counseling, I am happy to work with them through a Biblical perspective. My clinical interests are infertility, miscarriages, marriage counseling, trauma, anxiety, phobias, OCD, eating disorders, the rural community, and adjustments to life’s transitions. I have experience working with fertility challenges, miscarriages, anxiety, OCD symptoms, relational issues, couples, eating disorders, adolescents, depression, communication, and coping skills.
I work with couples, and individuals 14 years of age and older. If clients want to incorporate a spiritual perspective into counseling, I am happy to work with them through a Biblical perspective. My clinical interests are infertility, miscarriages, marriage counseling, trauma, anxiety, phobias, OCD, eating disorders, the rural community, and adjustments to life’s transitions. I have experience working with fertility challenges, miscarriages, anxiety, OCD symptoms, relational issues, couples, eating disorders, adolescents, depression, communication, and coping skills.
Dr. Lauren Clayton Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Lauren specializes in working with couples and families who are navigating medical conditions, medical trauma, marital distress, and navigating family dynamics. Lauren has been practicing since 2018 as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Lauren has a background in middle-grade education and the medical community. Lauren is passionate about teaching and enjoys training interns from the local Marriage and Family Therapy program and teaching classes at a local University.
Lauren specializes in working with couples and families who are navigating medical conditions, medical trauma, marital distress, and navigating family dynamics. Lauren has been practicing since 2018 as a Marriage and Family Therapist. Lauren has a background in middle-grade education and the medical community. Lauren is passionate about teaching and enjoys training interns from the local Marriage and Family Therapy program and teaching classes at a local University.
Shelly Sandusky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alburnett, IA 52202 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have training in work with couples, families and individuals.
I work with people who are struggling with personality disorders either because you yourself have a personality disorder or someone you care about has one. Personality disorders are unique in how they impact relationships and daily living and they need to be treated in a way that can work for them. I have extensive training in work with personality disorders and know how to help. I can work with you to understand parenting someone with a personality disorder diagnosis, or coping with a partner with a personality disorder, or help you to feel more able to lead the life you want despite having a personality disorder diagnosis yourself
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have training in work with couples, families and individuals.
I work with people who are struggling with personality disorders either because you yourself have a personality disorder or someone you care about has one. Personality disorders are unique in how they impact relationships and daily living and they need to be treated in a way that can work for them. I have extensive training in work with personality disorders and know how to help. I can work with you to understand parenting someone with a personality disorder diagnosis, or coping with a partner with a personality disorder, or help you to feel more able to lead the life you want despite having a personality disorder diagnosis yourself
Accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who works with individuals, couples and families who are struggling to manage life circumstances. I provide a non-judgmental, safe and supportive environment that offers guidance to help meet your goals through open and honest conversation.
Accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who works with individuals, couples and families who are struggling to manage life circumstances. I provide a non-judgmental, safe and supportive environment that offers guidance to help meet your goals through open and honest conversation.
Des Moines Therapy and Consulting, PC
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Depression; Stress Management; Chronic Pain ; Long Term Illness; Cancer; Adjustment Disorders; Anxiety Disorders: Panic Disorder/ Generalized Anxiety/ Test Anxiety; Post Concussive Syndrome/Mild TBI; PTSD: Marriage Counseling, EMDR.
Ames | Des Moines Therapy clinical team provides therapy approaches and techniques which are evidence-based. Dr. Amy Mooney, PhD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, 22 yrs experience, founder and owner. Dr. Terry Augspurger, MD, DLFAPA has over 40 yrs experience in psychiatry. Dr. Richard Stapleton, EdD, NCC, LMHC (IA), LPCC (MN), ACS, BC-TMH, CCTP, Dr. Charles D. Mooney, MD, MPH, Dr. Beth Augspurger, PhD, tLMHC, Brooke Sanders MS, TLMHC, Kelsi York, MS, tLMHC, Grace Macmillan, MSW, LISW, Dr. Robert Wade, DDS, MS, LMHC
Depression; Stress Management; Chronic Pain ; Long Term Illness; Cancer; Adjustment Disorders; Anxiety Disorders: Panic Disorder/ Generalized Anxiety/ Test Anxiety; Post Concussive Syndrome/Mild TBI; PTSD: Marriage Counseling, EMDR.
Ames | Des Moines Therapy clinical team provides therapy approaches and techniques which are evidence-based. Dr. Amy Mooney, PhD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, 22 yrs experience, founder and owner. Dr. Terry Augspurger, MD, DLFAPA has over 40 yrs experience in psychiatry. Dr. Richard Stapleton, EdD, NCC, LMHC (IA), LPCC (MN), ACS, BC-TMH, CCTP, Dr. Charles D. Mooney, MD, MPH, Dr. Beth Augspurger, PhD, tLMHC, Brooke Sanders MS, TLMHC, Kelsi York, MS, tLMHC, Grace Macmillan, MSW, LISW, Dr. Robert Wade, DDS, MS, LMHC
Linda M Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT).
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 am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT).
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 also work with one spouse to improve their marriage even if the other won't come in.
My passion in life is to help you thrive. My approach to marriage, family, and relationships is unique because I am keenly aware of how your view of the world, yourself, and how you view others affects all aspects of your life and your relationships. I'm a compassionate straight shooter who will help you reshape your past and set a firm foundation for the future. I focus less on diagnosing you and more on helping you to connect deeply with others and discover solutions to move forward. My desire is for you not to have to come back.
I also work with one spouse to improve their marriage even if the other won't come in.
My passion in life is to help you thrive. My approach to marriage, family, and relationships is unique because I am keenly aware of how your view of the world, yourself, and how you view others affects all aspects of your life and your relationships. I'm a compassionate straight shooter who will help you reshape your past and set a firm foundation for the future. I focus less on diagnosing you and more on helping you to connect deeply with others and discover solutions to move forward. My desire is for you not to have to come back.
I work best with clients who are challenged by symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, trauma-related struggles, Bipolar Disorder, life transitions (job changes, marriage, divorce, having children, etc), acute stress, and overall mental well-being.
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.
I work best with clients who are challenged by symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, trauma-related struggles, Bipolar Disorder, life transitions (job changes, marriage, divorce, having children, etc), acute stress, and overall mental well-being.
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.
Chris M Reid
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
My Masters is in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University where I also took additional classes and outside trainings in Play Therapy, Sex Therapy, and Medical Family Therapy.
My goal is to inspire hope and help you discover the tools you need to solve your unique concerns while using a strengths-based, internal family systems and systemic approach. I am currently pursuing my play therapy certification and have great and broad interests in attachment issues, A.D.D, depression, anxiety, trauma, body dysmorphia, relationship dynamics, sex therapy, internet pornography addiction, medical trauma, and the social pressures of being single or divorced. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, families, and children. Change is possible. Let's explore the possibilities together.
My Masters is in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University where I also took additional classes and outside trainings in Play Therapy, Sex Therapy, and Medical Family Therapy.
My goal is to inspire hope and help you discover the tools you need to solve your unique concerns while using a strengths-based, internal family systems and systemic approach. I am currently pursuing my play therapy certification and have great and broad interests in attachment issues, A.D.D, depression, anxiety, trauma, body dysmorphia, relationship dynamics, sex therapy, internet pornography addiction, medical trauma, and the social pressures of being single or divorced. I enjoy working with couples, individuals, families, and children. Change is possible. Let's explore the possibilities together.
Hallie Henely
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Urbandale, IA 50322
I graduated from Wartburg College with my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, then received my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University.
My name is Hallie and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with various emotional needs. I specialize in treating trauma and have experience working with all ages on processing and healing after trauma, however I also see adults and children for anxiety, depression, or difficulty in relationships. I tend to develop a teamwork approach with my clients. Developing a trusting, comfortable relationship is an important part of the therapy process. I enjoy using humor, games, art and music in my therapy sessions - whatever fits for you!
I graduated from Wartburg College with my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, then received my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University.
My name is Hallie and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with various emotional needs. I specialize in treating trauma and have experience working with all ages on processing and healing after trauma, however I also see adults and children for anxiety, depression, or difficulty in relationships. I tend to develop a teamwork approach with my clients. Developing a trusting, comfortable relationship is an important part of the therapy process. I enjoy using humor, games, art and music in my therapy sessions - whatever fits for you!
Rachel Huntington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317 (Online Only)
As a marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective and empathetic care to individuals and couples, ages 18 and up, who may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals dealing with a broad range of personal and relational issues. I focus on strengthening client's relationships and bonds with themselves and the people in their lives and strive to support open communication and understanding.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective and empathetic care to individuals and couples, ages 18 and up, who may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals dealing with a broad range of personal and relational issues. I focus on strengthening client's relationships and bonds with themselves and the people in their lives and strive to support open communication and understanding.
Kathy Fox
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, t-MFT
Verified Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth. I specialize in helping individuals and couples who seek to enhance, repair or save a relationship, prepare for marriage, discern the best path for a relationship in crisis, end a relationship (if decided), recover from a relationship that has ended, or grieve the passing of a partner or other loved one.
Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth. I specialize in helping individuals and couples who seek to enhance, repair or save a relationship, prepare for marriage, discern the best path for a relationship in crisis, end a relationship (if decided), recover from a relationship that has ended, or grieve the passing of a partner or other loved one.
Krystyna Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Waitlist for new clients
Currently accepting individual clients! My name is Krystyna Thompson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as a clinician trained in EMDR. I work with couples, individuals, and families on a variety of emotional and relational issues. As a therapist, it is important to me that I partner with my clients to create an individualized plan that fits best to encourage recovery. Each person is different and I hope to help you overcome the obstacles that have stopped you from feeling happy, fulfilled, and joyous in your life. You have taken the first step in achieving these goals, so congratulations!
Currently accepting individual clients! My name is Krystyna Thompson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as a clinician trained in EMDR. I work with couples, individuals, and families on a variety of emotional and relational issues. As a therapist, it is important to me that I partner with my clients to create an individualized plan that fits best to encourage recovery. Each person is different and I hope to help you overcome the obstacles that have stopped you from feeling happy, fulfilled, and joyous in your life. You have taken the first step in achieving these goals, so congratulations!
I received my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University in 2020 and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Therapy can be overwhelming and it is important to me to create a place where you can feel safe to be vulnerable. I provide a calm and laid-back environment to offer an inviting atmosphere for you to discuss your feelings, thoughts, and experiences. This is especially important to me because I know that growth happens outside of our comfort zone. We aren’t always aware of what we can achieve, and I enjoy assisting others in opening their eyes to their full potential. I have a strong belief that being willing to explore the challenging pieces of ourselves will allow us to grow.
I received my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University in 2020 and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Therapy can be overwhelming and it is important to me to create a place where you can feel safe to be vulnerable. I provide a calm and laid-back environment to offer an inviting atmosphere for you to discuss your feelings, thoughts, and experiences. This is especially important to me because I know that growth happens outside of our comfort zone. We aren’t always aware of what we can achieve, and I enjoy assisting others in opening their eyes to their full potential. I have a strong belief that being willing to explore the challenging pieces of ourselves will allow us to grow.
Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.