Therapists in 50023
I consider it a sincere privilege to walk along with a client during their life's journey. I have roots in both Nebraska and Iowa and I'm thrilled to now be licensed in both states, helping individuals with their health and wellness goals. I utilize a client centered holistic approach and consider the client the expert of their experience. Together we process those concerns which are leading the client to therapy but you, the client, find the solutions and conclusions that work best for you. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy, which includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma informed care, and mindfulness based strategies.
I consider it a sincere privilege to walk along with a client during their life's journey. I have roots in both Nebraska and Iowa and I'm thrilled to now be licensed in both states, helping individuals with their health and wellness goals. I utilize a client centered holistic approach and consider the client the expert of their experience. Together we process those concerns which are leading the client to therapy but you, the client, find the solutions and conclusions that work best for you. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy, which includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma informed care, and mindfulness based strategies.
Great to meet you!
As a Licensed Independent Social Worker, I believe prioritizing mental health is the foundation for a stable and happy life. Taking the step to seek help can be difficult, and I truly commend you for being here! With over 38 years of experience, I’ve dedicated the last five years to specifically supporting clients as they navigate the challenges of anxiety and depression. I look forward to partnering with you on this journey toward feeling like yourself again.
Great to meet you!
As a Licensed Independent Social Worker, I believe prioritizing mental health is the foundation for a stable and happy life. Taking the step to seek help can be difficult, and I truly commend you for being here! With over 38 years of experience, I’ve dedicated the last five years to specifically supporting clients as they navigate the challenges of anxiety and depression. I look forward to partnering with you on this journey toward feeling like yourself again.
Life can feel overwhelming, and sometimes pushing through isn’t enough to regain your footing. Hey, I’m Taylor, a grounded and approachable therapist who values both compassion and honesty. I believe meaningful change happens when therapy is collaborative, relational, and guided by your values, goals, and pace. I take a client-led approach and prioritize building strong, trusting relationships. My style is warm and supportive, while also being direct when needed. I don’t believe in "fixing people"—I believe in helping you reconnect with the insight, resilience, and capacity for change already within you.
Life can feel overwhelming, and sometimes pushing through isn’t enough to regain your footing. Hey, I’m Taylor, a grounded and approachable therapist who values both compassion and honesty. I believe meaningful change happens when therapy is collaborative, relational, and guided by your values, goals, and pace. I take a client-led approach and prioritize building strong, trusting relationships. My style is warm and supportive, while also being direct when needed. I don’t believe in "fixing people"—I believe in helping you reconnect with the insight, resilience, and capacity for change already within you.
I started my career working several years on a dual diagnosis unit, which provided me with a strong foundation in working with people facing both mental health and addictions issues. I believe anyone who desires it can benefit from therapy and have appreciated working with adults and adolescents on their outpatient therapy journeys for many years. My focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment allows my clients to engage in the therapy experience and make progress toward their goals. I enjoy being active, especially when I can do so outside. When I am not working, I am typically enjoying time with family.
I started my career working several years on a dual diagnosis unit, which provided me with a strong foundation in working with people facing both mental health and addictions issues. I believe anyone who desires it can benefit from therapy and have appreciated working with adults and adolescents on their outpatient therapy journeys for many years. My focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment allows my clients to engage in the therapy experience and make progress toward their goals. I enjoy being active, especially when I can do so outside. When I am not working, I am typically enjoying time with family.
My name is Christy Meyer. I have been a therapist for 28 years but my best experience in life is my experience as a mother. I have worked in parent education, I have experience as an adoptive mother and a foster mom. I love working with individuals in life transitions, I have worked with many people who have experienced significant trauma. I teach parenting, communication and train foster parents. I was a part of the first responder mental health Des Moines for 10 years. I am CISM certified in debriefing of critical incidents.
My name is Christy Meyer. I have been a therapist for 28 years but my best experience in life is my experience as a mother. I have worked in parent education, I have experience as an adoptive mother and a foster mom. I love working with individuals in life transitions, I have worked with many people who have experienced significant trauma. I teach parenting, communication and train foster parents. I was a part of the first responder mental health Des Moines for 10 years. I am CISM certified in debriefing of critical incidents.
Welcome Lovely Humans! Reclaiming your JOY, a life of meaning & purpose, and experiencing true inner healing is excitingly possible! Life begins to feel less meaningful & uncomfortable when we feel stuck in our own existence. Healing is most possible when we can access our deepest places of knowing inside & honor what our heart already knows. My deepest intention for clients is that they feel safe, uplifted, & more closely aligned with their hearts’ true desires. Our inner truth is important. I encourage clients to cultivate a genuine & authentic approach to life, regardless of earlier life messaging or oppressions.
Welcome Lovely Humans! Reclaiming your JOY, a life of meaning & purpose, and experiencing true inner healing is excitingly possible! Life begins to feel less meaningful & uncomfortable when we feel stuck in our own existence. Healing is most possible when we can access our deepest places of knowing inside & honor what our heart already knows. My deepest intention for clients is that they feel safe, uplifted, & more closely aligned with their hearts’ true desires. Our inner truth is important. I encourage clients to cultivate a genuine & authentic approach to life, regardless of earlier life messaging or oppressions.
I help individuals feel more calm, confident, and in control. We unearth and eliminate the outdated patterns that leave you exhausted, anxious, or depressed. We rewrite the scripts, identify your strengths, and build skills, so you can heal and live into the person you want to be for this next chapter of your life.
I help individuals feel more calm, confident, and in control. We unearth and eliminate the outdated patterns that leave you exhausted, anxious, or depressed. We rewrite the scripts, identify your strengths, and build skills, so you can heal and live into the person you want to be for this next chapter of your life.
If you are interested in taking control of your life and implementing focused, actionable steps to achieve powerful results, hypnotherapy can jump start your journey. Hypnotherapy and hypnosis is a highly successful method for transformational change in the areas of self-improvement, performance, and health and wellness. In addition, as your personal and professional life coach, you will have the means to cultivate new choices, actions, and behaviors to live the life you envision. Through strengthening physical and mental abilities, you can discover a resilient, happy, and strong inner you. Powerful change can be yours now.
If you are interested in taking control of your life and implementing focused, actionable steps to achieve powerful results, hypnotherapy can jump start your journey. Hypnotherapy and hypnosis is a highly successful method for transformational change in the areas of self-improvement, performance, and health and wellness. In addition, as your personal and professional life coach, you will have the means to cultivate new choices, actions, and behaviors to live the life you envision. Through strengthening physical and mental abilities, you can discover a resilient, happy, and strong inner you. Powerful change can be yours now.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward, you’re not alone, especially for women and people in the LGBTQ+ community. You may have worries and fears about the world around you and the pressure to “do everything right.” This might lead to overthinking, people-pleasing, or struggling to clearly express your needs and wants.
Together we’ll create a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s happening inside. My goal is to help you feel more connected to yourself, communicate more confidently, and build relationships that feel more authentic and fulfilling.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward, you’re not alone, especially for women and people in the LGBTQ+ community. You may have worries and fears about the world around you and the pressure to “do everything right.” This might lead to overthinking, people-pleasing, or struggling to clearly express your needs and wants.
Together we’ll create a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s happening inside. My goal is to help you feel more connected to yourself, communicate more confidently, and build relationships that feel more authentic and fulfilling.
Hi! I'm Amy Parker Reid. I am a master's level social worker in central Iowa with over 18 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. While on my journey I have gained a deep understanding of Iowa's mental health system, available resources in the DSM area, and special education services. As a former special education teacher and counselor, I have seen first-hand how difficult adjusting to new circumstances, routines, and relationships can bring about intense emotions and challenging behaviors. These stressors can often lead to a pattern of negative interactions and power struggles leaving parents frustrated.
Hi! I'm Amy Parker Reid. I am a master's level social worker in central Iowa with over 18 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. While on my journey I have gained a deep understanding of Iowa's mental health system, available resources in the DSM area, and special education services. As a former special education teacher and counselor, I have seen first-hand how difficult adjusting to new circumstances, routines, and relationships can bring about intense emotions and challenging behaviors. These stressors can often lead to a pattern of negative interactions and power struggles leaving parents frustrated.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself- even though you're trying to hold it all together? Maybe your mind won't slow down, you're emotionally drained, or you're wondering why this feels harder than it "should". These feelings can be especially intense during pregnancy, postpartum, or a major life transition. You my be struggling with worry, intrusive thoughts, feeling disconnected, or simply trying to manage everything while caring for everyone else. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Therapy can be a place to slow down, feel understood, and begin finding your way forward.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself- even though you're trying to hold it all together? Maybe your mind won't slow down, you're emotionally drained, or you're wondering why this feels harder than it "should". These feelings can be especially intense during pregnancy, postpartum, or a major life transition. You my be struggling with worry, intrusive thoughts, feeling disconnected, or simply trying to manage everything while caring for everyone else. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Therapy can be a place to slow down, feel understood, and begin finding your way forward.
www.kingdomcounseling.com Matt Ness is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). He is also an approved supervisor through the Iowa Board of Behavioral Science. Matt completed his undergraduate studies at Central College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Business Management. It was there that he recognized his giftings and God’s call on his life into the field of counseling, which led him to Wheaton College where he earned his Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. Matt’s studies included an emphasis in counseling adults and couples.
www.kingdomcounseling.com Matt Ness is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). He is also an approved supervisor through the Iowa Board of Behavioral Science. Matt completed his undergraduate studies at Central College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Business Management. It was there that he recognized his giftings and God’s call on his life into the field of counseling, which led him to Wheaton College where he earned his Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. Matt’s studies included an emphasis in counseling adults and couples.
Jamie Allen, B.A, M.S, LMHC I am eclectic to my approach to therapy I like to do what is necessary to get my clients to where they would like to be in their journey. Applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will begin to change long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life.If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or ready to move in a new direction in life, I look forward to assisting you to achieve.
Jamie Allen, B.A, M.S, LMHC I am eclectic to my approach to therapy I like to do what is necessary to get my clients to where they would like to be in their journey. Applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will begin to change long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life.If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or ready to move in a new direction in life, I look forward to assisting you to achieve.
Let's cut to the chase: You are going to hear from most profiles they will "meet you where you are" and "support you on a journey of healing". I do not want to see you in therapy forever. I like my clients and families, but you should be applying the skills and moving forward, not becoming reliant on therapy to make daily decisions. Therapy is hard work. And sometimes you are going to cry. Sometimes you are going to be angry. It is meant to challenge you in ways to help you see new perspectives, address internal thoughts and beliefs about your self or situation, and shouldn't be a lifelong crutch for the majority of patients.
Let's cut to the chase: You are going to hear from most profiles they will "meet you where you are" and "support you on a journey of healing". I do not want to see you in therapy forever. I like my clients and families, but you should be applying the skills and moving forward, not becoming reliant on therapy to make daily decisions. Therapy is hard work. And sometimes you are going to cry. Sometimes you are going to be angry. It is meant to challenge you in ways to help you see new perspectives, address internal thoughts and beliefs about your self or situation, and shouldn't be a lifelong crutch for the majority of patients.
As a therapist and group facilitator, I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I provide a caring and supportive relationship to clients to help them grow and change in positive ways. I enjoy working with families to create more productive and supportive family dynamics. I love working with clients to help empower them to process and heal from adverse and traumatic life experiences, change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors, and explore and overcome shame messages that are keeping them from living a wholehearted life as well as foster hope and move towards more authentic living.
As a therapist and group facilitator, I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I provide a caring and supportive relationship to clients to help them grow and change in positive ways. I enjoy working with families to create more productive and supportive family dynamics. I love working with clients to help empower them to process and heal from adverse and traumatic life experiences, change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors, and explore and overcome shame messages that are keeping them from living a wholehearted life as well as foster hope and move towards more authentic living.
Welcome to the beginning of your therapy journey! As a client centered therapist, my focus is on you and your needs as a client. No problem is too big or too small for therapy, and it's never too early or too late to seek help. We will work together to make your life goals and changes. I also have a small therapy dog named Riker who is excited to work with you!
Welcome to the beginning of your therapy journey! As a client centered therapist, my focus is on you and your needs as a client. No problem is too big or too small for therapy, and it's never too early or too late to seek help. We will work together to make your life goals and changes. I also have a small therapy dog named Riker who is excited to work with you!
I’ve always had a passion for being a helper and support to others. I began my career in education, where I learned my students could be more successful academically if they had the tools to manage their emotions and the challenges life tosses their way. This led me to enroll in a counseling program to help my students, which began my immersion into the field of counseling and supporting others as a professional helper and psychotherapist. At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling).
I’ve always had a passion for being a helper and support to others. I began my career in education, where I learned my students could be more successful academically if they had the tools to manage their emotions and the challenges life tosses their way. This led me to enroll in a counseling program to help my students, which began my immersion into the field of counseling and supporting others as a professional helper and psychotherapist. At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling).
I am passionate about helping people feel cared for. I see the therapeutic relationship as a powerful force for growth, healing, and hope; I believe a large part of therapy includes hospitality, so my goal is for clients to feel comfortable and seen. I love helping others find hope in God, but warmly welcome clients of varying faith backgrounds. God has given, and continues to give, me so much grace and I desire for others to experience that as well.
I am passionate about helping people feel cared for. I see the therapeutic relationship as a powerful force for growth, healing, and hope; I believe a large part of therapy includes hospitality, so my goal is for clients to feel comfortable and seen. I love helping others find hope in God, but warmly welcome clients of varying faith backgrounds. God has given, and continues to give, me so much grace and I desire for others to experience that as well.
Shannon Haus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd, LMHC, ADHD-PT
3 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
Waitlist for new clients
As a trauma-informed therapist utilizing EMDR, ACT, Ego State/ IFS and CBT, I support clients struggling with PTSD, medical trauma, abuse trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, procrastination, indecision, and moving forward during transitional stages of life, including high school, college, graduate school, sports, retirement, and more. I have expertise with trauma and ADHD in people ranging in age from 15-70. Extensive experience working with all ages. I do have interns sit in session to learn at times. Your privacy and confidentiality is guaranteed.
As a trauma-informed therapist utilizing EMDR, ACT, Ego State/ IFS and CBT, I support clients struggling with PTSD, medical trauma, abuse trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, procrastination, indecision, and moving forward during transitional stages of life, including high school, college, graduate school, sports, retirement, and more. I have expertise with trauma and ADHD in people ranging in age from 15-70. Extensive experience working with all ages. I do have interns sit in session to learn at times. Your privacy and confidentiality is guaranteed.
Connection is the basis of healing. My style in therapy focuses on creating a non-judgmental and genuine environment by implementing support and encouragement throughout the therapeutic process. Through this, trust begins to be built and the work can begin. I want to help you in developing a compassionate view and more secure sense of self. I am experienced with working with individuals who are experiencing mental health challenges and trauma. I am currently working with individuals in young to late adulthood.
Connection is the basis of healing. My style in therapy focuses on creating a non-judgmental and genuine environment by implementing support and encouragement throughout the therapeutic process. Through this, trust begins to be built and the work can begin. I want to help you in developing a compassionate view and more secure sense of self. I am experienced with working with individuals who are experiencing mental health challenges and trauma. I am currently working with individuals in young to late adulthood.
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Number of Therapists in 50023
100+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in 50023 who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 92% | Social Anxiety |
| 92% | Health Anxiety |
| 92% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 78% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 78% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 85% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 79% | Wellmark BCBS |
| 61% | Aetna |
How Therapists in 50023 see their clients
| 83% | In Person and Online | |
| 17% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |