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Joan N Tamara
Counselor, MS, LMHC, IADC (she, her)
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West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Hi, I'm Joan! Finding the right therapist and building a trusting relationship is so important to begin your healing process. As a mental health therapist, I'm committed to supporting your emotional needs, fostering a warm confidential, and non- judgmental environment in dealing with any life stressor that is present in your life. You may be asking well- what does that look like? This can include adjustment to life changes and transitions, recent injury, grief & loss, addiction, or relationship issues. Together we will examine your presenting concerns and explore underlying factors that prohibit a healthy response to the stressor .
We will apply concrete skills to heal, set valuable goals in your life and work to achieve these goals. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches to create a tailored experience based on each individual’s needs such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational interviewing, and Person Center Approach!
As a clinician, I am committed to providing support to all! This includes but not limited to diversity, racial, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, spirituality, and cultural background. Let’s work together on creating a beautiful journey towards your happiness and accomplishing your life goals.
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Finances
Fees
- Pay by Cash, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- EAP - Health Advocate
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Iowa Total Care
- Medicaid
- Molina Healthcare
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wellmark BCBS
- Wellpoint | Amerigroup
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Joan N Tamara
Counselor, MS, LMHC, IADC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 095696 Joan N Tamara
- In Practice for 13 Years
- Certificate from Iowa Board of Certification 17076 / 2015
- Attended Drake University , Masters in Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2018
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Dual Diagnosis
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
Endorsement
Client Focus
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
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Joan N Tamara
Counselor, MS, LMHC, IADC