Therapists in 50021
I am grateful to have the opportunity to explore challenges people are experiencing and help them feel empowered to overcome these. I have experience and enjoy working with people who may experience the world through a unique lense and those who may have a history of adverse life experiences. The typical client I work with is an adolescent or adult and may struggle with internalizing emotions and get easily overstimulated, have lower self-esteem, or challenges with social interaction. They may feel misunderstood by important people in their lives.
I am grateful to have the opportunity to explore challenges people are experiencing and help them feel empowered to overcome these. I have experience and enjoy working with people who may experience the world through a unique lense and those who may have a history of adverse life experiences. The typical client I work with is an adolescent or adult and may struggle with internalizing emotions and get easily overstimulated, have lower self-esteem, or challenges with social interaction. They may feel misunderstood by important people in their lives.
I am a caring therapist with a down-to-earth style who strives to create a nonjudgmental and supportive environment where people feel comfortable sharing their feelings. I strongly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to assist others on their journey of self-reflection and healing. Together we will explore your life challenges and develop personal goals for lasting change.
I am a caring therapist with a down-to-earth style who strives to create a nonjudgmental and supportive environment where people feel comfortable sharing their feelings. I strongly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to assist others on their journey of self-reflection and healing. Together we will explore your life challenges and develop personal goals for lasting change.
Emily Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021
Not accepting new clients
My wish is to help you find peace of mind and balance in your life. My approach is compassionate and engaging. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, perfectionism, and self-criticism. We can work together to resolve relationship issues with your loved ones, manage problems you may be facing at work, or navigate through any challenges life happens to bring you.
My wish is to help you find peace of mind and balance in your life. My approach is compassionate and engaging. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, perfectionism, and self-criticism. We can work together to resolve relationship issues with your loved ones, manage problems you may be facing at work, or navigate through any challenges life happens to bring you.
Life is complicated and anyone can find themselves frustrated and overwhelmed or simply unable to reach their true potential. As a licensed psychologist with 29 years experience, I go beyond compassionate listening to help my clients live balanced and fulfilling lives.
Life is complicated and anyone can find themselves frustrated and overwhelmed or simply unable to reach their true potential. As a licensed psychologist with 29 years experience, I go beyond compassionate listening to help my clients live balanced and fulfilling lives.
Dr. Donald M. Kaesser
Psychologist, PC, PhD
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I use 35+ years of DIRECT clinical experience to help in addressing issues that have become obstacles in your life and help you meet your goals in the context of an honest, caring, and direct professional relationship. Individuals, couples/relationships, addictions/substance abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, aging, sexuality, and sexual 'orientation' issues, as well as family matters are among the range of aspects of people's lives with which I effectively work. Counseling may be brief/problem-oriented, or extended/depth psychotherapy depending on your needs. I enjoy individuals, couples, and seniors. Psychotherapy is my calling!
I use 35+ years of DIRECT clinical experience to help in addressing issues that have become obstacles in your life and help you meet your goals in the context of an honest, caring, and direct professional relationship. Individuals, couples/relationships, addictions/substance abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, aging, sexuality, and sexual 'orientation' issues, as well as family matters are among the range of aspects of people's lives with which I effectively work. Counseling may be brief/problem-oriented, or extended/depth psychotherapy depending on your needs. I enjoy individuals, couples, and seniors. Psychotherapy is my calling!
It takes a lot of courage to seek outside help when you or your family is struggling. If you choose to work with Kasey, the importance of feeling safe and comfortable is understood and is the framework for building trust in the counseling environment. Kasey's hope is that you will feel the support you need to create the changes you would like to see in your life.
It takes a lot of courage to seek outside help when you or your family is struggling. If you choose to work with Kasey, the importance of feeling safe and comfortable is understood and is the framework for building trust in the counseling environment. Kasey's hope is that you will feel the support you need to create the changes you would like to see in your life.
Cara Sanders
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC , CADC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021
Not accepting new clients
"You don't have to have it figured out to move forward." I strive to provide client-centered and compassionate care to individuals ages 12+, couples, and families. I believe that at the heart of good client care is a healthy therapeutic relationship. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I am trained in eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and utilize trauma-informed approaches in my therapy practice. I am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). I firmly believe that all individuals possess the power to heal themselves. I can assist you on that journey. I am now offering telehealth services.
"You don't have to have it figured out to move forward." I strive to provide client-centered and compassionate care to individuals ages 12+, couples, and families. I believe that at the heart of good client care is a healthy therapeutic relationship. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I am trained in eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and utilize trauma-informed approaches in my therapy practice. I am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). I firmly believe that all individuals possess the power to heal themselves. I can assist you on that journey. I am now offering telehealth services.
Erin Sawhill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Not accepting new clients
My belief, self-care is paramount. It is my goal to assist in all areas of life, in order for you to feel balanced and motivated. I work with individuals 16yrs old through adulthood. Whether struggling at home, school, or work I see my role as assisting you and your important others to identify goals, reflect on barriers, and build resources through your own strengths as well as the supports around you. I have earned a certification in Perinatal Mental Health and Gottman Level I. I have personal interest in the Enneagram Types and find significant value in its use to raise insight on an individual and relational level.
My belief, self-care is paramount. It is my goal to assist in all areas of life, in order for you to feel balanced and motivated. I work with individuals 16yrs old through adulthood. Whether struggling at home, school, or work I see my role as assisting you and your important others to identify goals, reflect on barriers, and build resources through your own strengths as well as the supports around you. I have earned a certification in Perinatal Mental Health and Gottman Level I. I have personal interest in the Enneagram Types and find significant value in its use to raise insight on an individual and relational level.
K.C. Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Not accepting new clients
I work with individuals of all ages to expand internal strengths and resources, and overcome stressors and barriers to life satisfaction. I utilize a trauma sensitive approach in working with behavioral and emotional concerns. I strive to develop a positive and comfortable therapeutic relationship in a safe environment.
I work with individuals of all ages to expand internal strengths and resources, and overcome stressors and barriers to life satisfaction. I utilize a trauma sensitive approach in working with behavioral and emotional concerns. I strive to develop a positive and comfortable therapeutic relationship in a safe environment.
Nichole Olson
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Not accepting new clients
I feel grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside others on their journeys towards healing and growth. I take a collaborative and empowering approach. I believe that the client is the expert in their life, and I view my role as being a guide as clients reflect on their experiences, identify patterns that are causing distress, connect with their emotions, and work towards meaningful changes. I believe that creating a therapeutic relationship that is safe, validating, and accepting is an essential component of the change process.
I feel grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside others on their journeys towards healing and growth. I take a collaborative and empowering approach. I believe that the client is the expert in their life, and I view my role as being a guide as clients reflect on their experiences, identify patterns that are causing distress, connect with their emotions, and work towards meaningful changes. I believe that creating a therapeutic relationship that is safe, validating, and accepting is an essential component of the change process.
I place a large emphasis on understanding an individual's relationships and view the therapy relationship as the primary vehicle for change. I believe that through the therapy relationship individuals can work through difficult emotions, learn adaptive information/skills, and increase self-knowledge in order to achieve positive change in their life.
I place a large emphasis on understanding an individual's relationships and view the therapy relationship as the primary vehicle for change. I believe that through the therapy relationship individuals can work through difficult emotions, learn adaptive information/skills, and increase self-knowledge in order to achieve positive change in their life.
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Jeremy Overbaugh values and enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families who are responding to a broad range of problems and concerns in their lives and relationships. He offers a relaxed, non-judgmental approach to therapy, with the goal of providing collaborative and effective treatment to the individuals he works with. Jeremy's primary areas of clinic focus include: ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, anger/behavioral issues, PTSD/trauma, ASD, family conflict/separation/divorce issues and school difficulties. Jeremy offers individual adult and couples therapy, as well.
Jeremy Overbaugh values and enjoys working with children, adolescents, and families who are responding to a broad range of problems and concerns in their lives and relationships. He offers a relaxed, non-judgmental approach to therapy, with the goal of providing collaborative and effective treatment to the individuals he works with. Jeremy's primary areas of clinic focus include: ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, anger/behavioral issues, PTSD/trauma, ASD, family conflict/separation/divorce issues and school difficulties. Jeremy offers individual adult and couples therapy, as well.
William F Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
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.
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.
We have immediate openings at our Ankeny office. Our therapists are the most compassionate that you will find. We understand that the pressures in life, such as jobs, finances, marriages and other relationships can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, hopelessness and isolation. We have all had difficulties. We want to help you overcome these difficulties by listening to you and helping with solutions that can help you.
We have immediate openings at our Ankeny office. Our therapists are the most compassionate that you will find. We understand that the pressures in life, such as jobs, finances, marriages and other relationships can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, hopelessness and isolation. We have all had difficulties. We want to help you overcome these difficulties by listening to you and helping with solutions that can help you.
Rich Webster
Counselor, MA, JD, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Waitlist for new clients
I am excited to announce my practice is expanding. We now have three licensed therapists who are all fantastic caring people. It is important to accept a person exactly where they are, in a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore their issues, find and nurture hope, and together work toward growth and equanimity. As a counselor, my job is to hear, accept and understand my client as a whole person and provide strategies to achieve their goals. Growth, healing and change can be challenging and may take hard work on the part of the client and the counselor. I am honored to be a part of that process with my clients.
I am excited to announce my practice is expanding. We now have three licensed therapists who are all fantastic caring people. It is important to accept a person exactly where they are, in a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore their issues, find and nurture hope, and together work toward growth and equanimity. As a counselor, my job is to hear, accept and understand my client as a whole person and provide strategies to achieve their goals. Growth, healing and change can be challenging and may take hard work on the part of the client and the counselor. I am honored to be a part of that process with my clients.
With a passion for fostering mental well-being and a commitment to personalized care, I have embarked on a transformative journey to opening a practice in Ankeny, IA called Nurturing Therapy Services. Any new or previous clients can reach out.
With a passion for fostering mental well-being and a commitment to personalized care, I have embarked on a transformative journey to opening a practice in Ankeny, IA called Nurturing Therapy Services. Any new or previous clients can reach out.
Coordinates for Connection Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, tLMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
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.
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'm not like other therapists you may have been to. My dedication for helping others has been fueled by the adversity in my own life. I want my clients to be themselves in my space. I won't tell you what to do, but I'll walk with you while you figure out what the best route is to meet your goals for a healthy life. I enjoy working with young adults and adults who are motivated to find a solution to alleviate their depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and self-harming behaviors. I have experience working with BPD, pornography issues, infidelity and betrayal trauma, and general life transitions.
I'm not like other therapists you may have been to. My dedication for helping others has been fueled by the adversity in my own life. I want my clients to be themselves in my space. I won't tell you what to do, but I'll walk with you while you figure out what the best route is to meet your goals for a healthy life. I enjoy working with young adults and adults who are motivated to find a solution to alleviate their depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and self-harming behaviors. I have experience working with BPD, pornography issues, infidelity and betrayal trauma, and general life transitions.
Michele M. Skaggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021
Not accepting new clients
Individual sessions patients aged 25+, Monday-Thursday and limited Saturday hours. I am here to help you address a variety of issues including trauma (EMDR), personality disorders, grief, relationship problems, sexuality concerns, codependency, and overall life stressors. With over 10 years of clinical experience, I am here to help you heal from emotional distress and guide you on your path to self-awareness and positive change. Reach out today and we can discuss your needs; E-mail is the fastest way to reach me. By appointment for Iowa residents only; free initial consultations are NOT available at this time.
Individual sessions patients aged 25+, Monday-Thursday and limited Saturday hours. I am here to help you address a variety of issues including trauma (EMDR), personality disorders, grief, relationship problems, sexuality concerns, codependency, and overall life stressors. With over 10 years of clinical experience, I am here to help you heal from emotional distress and guide you on your path to self-awareness and positive change. Reach out today and we can discuss your needs; E-mail is the fastest way to reach me. By appointment for Iowa residents only; free initial consultations are NOT available at this time.
Aryn Lemon
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50021
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! In therapy, I believe it is essential for you to feel seen, heard, and valued for who you are. In this sacred space, you have the freedom to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, fostering self-acceptance and empowering you to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Central to my practice is the unwavering belief in the resiliency and potential within each individual. Through a foundation of Person-Centered Therapy, I create an environment characterized by empathy, trust, and unconditional positive regard. I recognize that choosing to go to therapy is sometimes scary, so thank you for taking those first steps.
Welcome! In therapy, I believe it is essential for you to feel seen, heard, and valued for who you are. In this sacred space, you have the freedom to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, fostering self-acceptance and empowering you to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Central to my practice is the unwavering belief in the resiliency and potential within each individual. Through a foundation of Person-Centered Therapy, I create an environment characterized by empathy, trust, and unconditional positive regard. I recognize that choosing to go to therapy is sometimes scary, so thank you for taking those first steps.
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Number of Therapists in 50021
60+
Average cost per session
$158
Therapists in 50021 who prioritize treating:
| 97% | Anxiety |
| 96% | Depression |
| 90% | Relationship Issues |
| 87% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
| 78% | Stress |
| 75% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 87% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 77% | Wellmark BCBS |
| 50% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 50021 see their clients
| 87% | In Person and Online | |
| 13% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 20% | Male |