Marriage Counseling Therapists in Storm Lake, IA
Heartland Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC, CADC, IAADC, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Storm Lake, IA 50588
Welcome to Heartland Counseling. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and sometimes we need support from professionals. Heartland is here to help. We offer individual, couple, family, and group counseling. You can choose between face-to-face and telehealth options to fit your needs.
Welcome to Heartland Counseling. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and sometimes we need support from professionals. Heartland is here to help. We offer individual, couple, family, and group counseling. You can choose between face-to-face and telehealth options to fit your needs.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new clients for individual therapy. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (tLMHC). I am passionate about empowering individuals to live a wholehearted life and make meaningful progress toward their goals. It is important to me to make sure my clients know they are not alone. In therapy, we will work together to process thoughts, emotions, and determine how themes might impact relationships.
Hi there! I am currently accepting new clients for individual therapy. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (tLMHC). I am passionate about empowering individuals to live a wholehearted life and make meaningful progress toward their goals. It is important to me to make sure my clients know they are not alone. In therapy, we will work together to process thoughts, emotions, and determine how themes might impact relationships.
Heidi Lohff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Storm Lake, IA 50588 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional trauma, or self-doubt? I help people develop the coping and communication skills needed to effectively manage the symptoms of a mental health challenge. We’ll connect online via telehealth sessions designed to help you heal from past trauma, uncover strengths, improve relationships, and just feel better. I’m a therapist at Embrace Health, a virtual mental health clinic that connects people to therapists and psychiatric specialists. It’s easy to sign up and get started.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional trauma, or self-doubt? I help people develop the coping and communication skills needed to effectively manage the symptoms of a mental health challenge. We’ll connect online via telehealth sessions designed to help you heal from past trauma, uncover strengths, improve relationships, and just feel better. I’m a therapist at Embrace Health, a virtual mental health clinic that connects people to therapists and psychiatric specialists. It’s easy to sign up and get started.
Online Therapists
I specialize in marital therapy, often utilizing emotionally focused couples therapy as well as Gottman methods.
I love working with individuals and couples who are ready to feel better about themselves and their relationship. No matter what my clients are dealing with, whether it be depression, anxiety, marital problems, etc., I want to help them grow in a way that they learn to love themselves, accept what they can accept, and move forward in their lives.
I specialize in marital therapy, often utilizing emotionally focused couples therapy as well as Gottman methods.
I love working with individuals and couples who are ready to feel better about themselves and their relationship. No matter what my clients are dealing with, whether it be depression, anxiety, marital problems, etc., I want to help them grow in a way that they learn to love themselves, accept what they can accept, and move forward in their lives.
Jocelyn Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MDiv, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50010
We care about people and this is visible in the services we provide. The owner, Jocelyn Wilson, is a clinical social worker with 15+ years of experience. She holds Master of Social Work / Master of Divinity degrees from the University of Chicago. Francine Ybarra-Rojas is marriage and family counselor with 25+ years of experience in Europe, Central and South America. She holds a Master of Family Studies Degree from Iowa State University. Both clinicians have experience in rural / urban / suburban settings with ages 3+. They blend traditional & expressive methods to help people shift out of inertia toward something new.
We care about people and this is visible in the services we provide. The owner, Jocelyn Wilson, is a clinical social worker with 15+ years of experience. She holds Master of Social Work / Master of Divinity degrees from the University of Chicago. Francine Ybarra-Rojas is marriage and family counselor with 25+ years of experience in Europe, Central and South America. She holds a Master of Family Studies Degree from Iowa State University. Both clinicians have experience in rural / urban / suburban settings with ages 3+. They blend traditional & expressive methods to help people shift out of inertia toward something new.
I believe we are all capable of great things in our lives. My job as a therapist is to help my clients deal with the difficult things in their lives so that they are able to reach their potential whether that be in their job, parenting, self improvement, or their marriage. I work with Individuals, couples, and families. I have experience working with both adults and children, but my caseload primarily consist of adults and couples.
I believe we are all capable of great things in our lives. My job as a therapist is to help my clients deal with the difficult things in their lives so that they are able to reach their potential whether that be in their job, parenting, self improvement, or their marriage. I work with Individuals, couples, and families. I have experience working with both adults and children, but my caseload primarily consist of adults and couples.
Lutheran Family Service (LFS) counselors approach marriage counseling with a sense of hope.
We are here to walk with you when you need it most. Lutheran Family Service (LFS) has an expert team of compassionate therapists and counselors to help you with marital and relationship problems, depression and suicidal thoughts, anxiety and worry, trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, grief and loss, parenting concerns, life transitions, work and career concerns, or chronic mental illness.
Lutheran Family Service (LFS) counselors approach marriage counseling with a sense of hope.
We are here to walk with you when you need it most. Lutheran Family Service (LFS) has an expert team of compassionate therapists and counselors to help you with marital and relationship problems, depression and suicidal thoughts, anxiety and worry, trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, grief and loss, parenting concerns, life transitions, work and career concerns, or chronic mental illness.
Dr. Tracy's Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, PhD
Verified Verified
Grimes, IA 50111
I also am trained in family systems therapy, and am a Level 3 certified Gottman marriage therapist & also Terry Real(RLT) couples certified.
I have 34 years of experience helping adults with many different issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues and grief. We work together to meet your goals. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you. I know reaching out for help is often difficult.
I also am trained in family systems therapy, and am a Level 3 certified Gottman marriage therapist & also Terry Real(RLT) couples certified.
I have 34 years of experience helping adults with many different issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues and grief. We work together to meet your goals. Thank you for the opportunity to work with you. I know reaching out for help is often difficult.
Since I was a sophomore in high school, I have spent countless hours studying different areas of psychology: brain, behavior, techniques, theories, research and more! Recently, I started focusing on specific areas within counseling such as Marriage and Family Therapy and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Navigating issues by yourself and need someone to talk to? Come speak to me. Let's get through it.
Since I was a sophomore in high school, I have spent countless hours studying different areas of psychology: brain, behavior, techniques, theories, research and more! Recently, I started focusing on specific areas within counseling such as Marriage and Family Therapy and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Navigating issues by yourself and need someone to talk to? Come speak to me. Let's get through it.
Coordinates for Connection Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, tLMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010
With over 25 years as a school counselor and a degree in marriage and family therapy, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges.
My ideal clients range from individuals of all ages, couples, and families. They face challenges like parenting struggles, relationship issues, existential crises, and mental health concerns. They seek growth, connection, and courage to make life changes. Their goals are to flourish in relationships, overcome fears, and find meaning. They desire unconditional acceptance and support to become their best selves. My practice, Coordinates for Connection Psychotherapy, provides compassionate, trusting, and transformative care, helping clients leave feeling better and more empowered.
With over 25 years as a school counselor and a degree in marriage and family therapy, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges.
My ideal clients range from individuals of all ages, couples, and families. They face challenges like parenting struggles, relationship issues, existential crises, and mental health concerns. They seek growth, connection, and courage to make life changes. Their goals are to flourish in relationships, overcome fears, and find meaning. They desire unconditional acceptance and support to become their best selves. My practice, Coordinates for Connection Psychotherapy, provides compassionate, trusting, and transformative care, helping clients leave feeling better and more empowered.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Iowa as well as a nationally certified counselor. I have experience working with adolescents, teens, adults, families and couples. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and families to find a balance that is suitable to them. I will work through the process and stages with the client to meet their needs or struggles. My preferred methods of therapy include: Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered Therapy. I have an interest in working with clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and marital or family issues.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Iowa as well as a nationally certified counselor. I have experience working with adolescents, teens, adults, families and couples. I have a passion for working with individuals, couples and families to find a balance that is suitable to them. I will work through the process and stages with the client to meet their needs or struggles. My preferred methods of therapy include: Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered Therapy. I have an interest in working with clients dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and marital or family issues.
Kyle F. Richards
Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, LMHC, ATR, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux City, IA 51101 (Online Only)
Are you having a conflict with your mental health or faith? Do you struggle to stay satisfied in your marriage or content with your career? Is it difficult to stay motivated, feel happy, or be comfortable with your body image? Did someone important in your life leave or pass away? Maybe you already have a strong community to speak with, but you fear what they may think if you really opened up. These are common thoughts and feelings addressed in our time together. You are not alone. I am licensed in BOTH South Dakota & Iowa!
Are you having a conflict with your mental health or faith? Do you struggle to stay satisfied in your marriage or content with your career? Is it difficult to stay motivated, feel happy, or be comfortable with your body image? Did someone important in your life leave or pass away? Maybe you already have a strong community to speak with, but you fear what they may think if you really opened up. These are common thoughts and feelings addressed in our time together. You are not alone. I am licensed in BOTH South Dakota & Iowa!
We provide Individual, Family, Marital, and Couples (Traditional and Nontraditional) Therapies, Psychological Evaluations and Psychological Testing.
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.
We provide Individual, Family, Marital, and Couples (Traditional and Nontraditional) Therapies, Psychological Evaluations and Psychological Testing.
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.
Casey Baker
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spencer, IA 51301 (Online Only)
I’m ready to walk alongside you on your path to hope and healing. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in Minnesota and a licensed mental health counselor in Iowa. I’m also a registered play therapist supervisor and a nationally certified counselor. I have experience working clinically, serving children, families, couples, and adults with a variety of mental health diagnoses at college campuses, in-home Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports, and outpatient mental health services. I’m also a member of the Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association and the Association of Counselor Education and Supervision.
I’m ready to walk alongside you on your path to hope and healing. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in Minnesota and a licensed mental health counselor in Iowa. I’m also a registered play therapist supervisor and a nationally certified counselor. I have experience working clinically, serving children, families, couples, and adults with a variety of mental health diagnoses at college campuses, in-home Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports, and outpatient mental health services. I’m also a member of the Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association and the Association of Counselor Education and Supervision.
Hello, I am Peggy Clark. I have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy through the state of Iowa. I have been practicing for over 20 years with individuals, families, and children. I have helped many with relational issues, be it couples, parents and children of all ages. Unfortunately, I am no longer working with children under the age of 16 years. Many come to me with stresses of life, work, and personal, and traumas of all sorts that creates high anxiety and depression. I believe that all have a story to be respected, strengths to be built upon, in a team effort. I have a laid back, conversational, caring approach.
Hello, I am Peggy Clark. I have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy through the state of Iowa. I have been practicing for over 20 years with individuals, families, and children. I have helped many with relational issues, be it couples, parents and children of all ages. Unfortunately, I am no longer working with children under the age of 16 years. Many come to me with stresses of life, work, and personal, and traumas of all sorts that creates high anxiety and depression. I believe that all have a story to be respected, strengths to be built upon, in a team effort. I have a laid back, conversational, caring approach.
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Many of my clients have experienced grief and loss and simply need support working through the stages of grief. I have also served children and families. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Many of my clients have experienced grief and loss and simply need support working through the stages of grief. I have also served children and families. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Nolan Marie Vitzthum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, ACSW, RPT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Humboldt, IA 50548
We all have stories to tell, my role is to help you share yours. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor and Certified EMDR Therapist practicing in Iowa and Wyoming. I believe in the power of healing through connection. I feel this is what makes the therapeutic process so wonderful—creating a space of safety and trust for you to grow and heal in sharing your story and working through some of the most vulnerable parts of your life. Let's work together to help you re-write your story and create a narrative which truly represents you.
We all have stories to tell, my role is to help you share yours. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor and Certified EMDR Therapist practicing in Iowa and Wyoming. I believe in the power of healing through connection. I feel this is what makes the therapeutic process so wonderful—creating a space of safety and trust for you to grow and heal in sharing your story and working through some of the most vulnerable parts of your life. Let's work together to help you re-write your story and create a narrative which truly represents you.
I bring a diverse background of mental health and therapy skills from my 10+ years in practice. My clinical expertise is in relationship issues, high conflict relationships, boundary setting, anxiety and depression. I have a great understanding of pregnancy and stepfamily challenges, and I have specialized training in perinatal mood disorders. I have worked in community mental health centers, and hospitals the majority of my career, and recently opened my own therapy practice, Pink Couch Wellness.
I bring a diverse background of mental health and therapy skills from my 10+ years in practice. My clinical expertise is in relationship issues, high conflict relationships, boundary setting, anxiety and depression. I have a great understanding of pregnancy and stepfamily challenges, and I have specialized training in perinatal mood disorders. I have worked in community mental health centers, and hospitals the majority of my career, and recently opened my own therapy practice, Pink Couch Wellness.
Cassandra Dickerson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sioux City, IA 51104
Life is a series of changes, ranging in frequency and severity, all requiring us to make adjustments. Stress resulting from uncertainty can heavily impact our self-esteem, our ability to engage in relationships, and to make healthy choices. With the right tools, and a great system of support, you are capable of navigating such changes. My office is a safe, inclusive, non-judgmental space to build a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Life is a series of changes, ranging in frequency and severity, all requiring us to make adjustments. Stress resulting from uncertainty can heavily impact our self-esteem, our ability to engage in relationships, and to make healthy choices. With the right tools, and a great system of support, you are capable of navigating such changes. My office is a safe, inclusive, non-judgmental space to build a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship.
My passion is helping others heal and gain insight into the issues that they are experiencing. I practice a person centered approach as I believe that we tend to be our own best experts. I emphasize a collaborative style during session to help you progress towards you goals. Personal growth and healing does not have to be something that is an abstract concept, but rather can be a possibility. It helps to have someone who is unbiased and is present to help you navigate life’s challenges and traumas. I also feel passionate about working with adolescents as they navigate the complexities of the transition from youth to adulthood.
My passion is helping others heal and gain insight into the issues that they are experiencing. I practice a person centered approach as I believe that we tend to be our own best experts. I emphasize a collaborative style during session to help you progress towards you goals. Personal growth and healing does not have to be something that is an abstract concept, but rather can be a possibility. It helps to have someone who is unbiased and is present to help you navigate life’s challenges and traumas. I also feel passionate about working with adolescents as they navigate the complexities of the transition from youth to adulthood.
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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.