Therapists in 50309
I work with adolescents and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma, especially when intrusive thoughts, strong emotions, or past experiences make daily life feel overwhelming. Together, we work to understand the patterns that keep you stuck so you can feel more grounded, resilient, and like yourself again.
I offer a warm, supportive, nonjudgmental space, along with a direct, honest approach when it’s helpful. When working with trauma, I help you explore how early relationships and attachment experiences may be shaping current struggles so we can get to the root of what’s going on and support lasting change.
I work with adolescents and adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma, especially when intrusive thoughts, strong emotions, or past experiences make daily life feel overwhelming. Together, we work to understand the patterns that keep you stuck so you can feel more grounded, resilient, and like yourself again.
I offer a warm, supportive, nonjudgmental space, along with a direct, honest approach when it’s helpful. When working with trauma, I help you explore how early relationships and attachment experiences may be shaping current struggles so we can get to the root of what’s going on and support lasting change.
Amber B
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
2 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone navigating a transition, identity shift, relationship stress, disability-related needs, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands. They may be searching for stability, clarity, or a space where they feel fully seen and affirmed. Their goals often include building confidence, strengthening relationships, processing trauma, developing coping skills, and reconnecting with their own resilience and sense of self.
My ideal client is someone navigating a transition, identity shift, relationship stress, disability-related needs, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands. They may be searching for stability, clarity, or a space where they feel fully seen and affirmed. Their goals often include building confidence, strengthening relationships, processing trauma, developing coping skills, and reconnecting with their own resilience and sense of self.
Kelsey Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
2 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping clients recover from trauma, anxiety, depression, intense emotional ups and downs, grief and loss of all kinds, and low self esteem. I help my clients gain greater compassion and understanding for who they are, achieve new perspectives and qualities, and heal from what is keeping them from living meaningful, courageous, and fulfilling lives.
I specialize in helping clients recover from trauma, anxiety, depression, intense emotional ups and downs, grief and loss of all kinds, and low self esteem. I help my clients gain greater compassion and understanding for who they are, achieve new perspectives and qualities, and heal from what is keeping them from living meaningful, courageous, and fulfilling lives.
I specialize in working with teens ages 13+ and adults. I am passionate about helping others and meeting clients exactly where they are in every stage of life. We provide a supportive, judgment-free environment where every individual is accepted and valued. Our goal is to help guide and support clients as they work toward healing, growth, and living a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
I specialize in working with teens ages 13+ and adults. I am passionate about helping others and meeting clients exactly where they are in every stage of life. We provide a supportive, judgment-free environment where every individual is accepted and valued. Our goal is to help guide and support clients as they work toward healing, growth, and living a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Brenna
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, T-LMHC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I have a strong passion for working with LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent folks (ages 14 and up) who want a space where their identities and experiences are heard without judgement. People often come in feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure of how to make sense of what they’re carrying. In my work, I offer warmth, curiosity, and a space where your story is honored, your emotions are welcomed, and you can reconnect with the parts of yourself that deserve grace and gentleness.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here! I have a strong passion for working with LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent folks (ages 14 and up) who want a space where their identities and experiences are heard without judgement. People often come in feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure of how to make sense of what they’re carrying. In my work, I offer warmth, curiosity, and a space where your story is honored, your emotions are welcomed, and you can reconnect with the parts of yourself that deserve grace and gentleness.
As a mental health therapist and former police officer with over 15 years of combined experience, I understand how stress, trauma, and pressure affect people in the real world. I take a practical, no-nonsense approach—focused on identifying what’s holding you back and helping you move forward with clarity and purpose.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, college students, first responders, and military personnel. I help clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, divorce, mens issues, burnout, and life transitions, with honest conversations and clear, goal-oriented strategies.
As a mental health therapist and former police officer with over 15 years of combined experience, I understand how stress, trauma, and pressure affect people in the real world. I take a practical, no-nonsense approach—focused on identifying what’s holding you back and helping you move forward with clarity and purpose.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families, college students, first responders, and military personnel. I help clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, divorce, mens issues, burnout, and life transitions, with honest conversations and clear, goal-oriented strategies.
We work with individuals experiencing confirmed or suspected Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, as well as the care partners who support them in day‑to‑day life. Many families seek our help to understand changes in their loved one’s thinking, behavior, or functioning and what these shifts mean for identity, daily life, and the future. With more than 15 years of geropsychology experience, we provide compassionate, person‑centered assessment, clear explanations, and evidence‑based strategies that reduce distress, build resilience, and strengthen meaningful connection throughout the dementia journey.
We work with individuals experiencing confirmed or suspected Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, as well as the care partners who support them in day‑to‑day life. Many families seek our help to understand changes in their loved one’s thinking, behavior, or functioning and what these shifts mean for identity, daily life, and the future. With more than 15 years of geropsychology experience, we provide compassionate, person‑centered assessment, clear explanations, and evidence‑based strategies that reduce distress, build resilience, and strengthen meaningful connection throughout the dementia journey.
Healing can be painful but you don't have to do it alone! Whether it's individual or couple's work, I appreciate that you are taking the time to consider to engage in therapy to improve your well-being. For individuals, things we are going to explore to help you heal: your nervous system’s response to stress & safety, your life’s roadmap (where you came from), your life’s compass (where you are now), the motivation continuum (where you are going), your strengths, resources, & self-care skills.
Healing can be painful but you don't have to do it alone! Whether it's individual or couple's work, I appreciate that you are taking the time to consider to engage in therapy to improve your well-being. For individuals, things we are going to explore to help you heal: your nervous system’s response to stress & safety, your life’s roadmap (where you came from), your life’s compass (where you are now), the motivation continuum (where you are going), your strengths, resources, & self-care skills.
Provider focused on long-term treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder, Complex PTSD, and PTSD.
Provider focused on long-term treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder, Complex PTSD, and PTSD.
Erica Reschly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, PhD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
With specialized training and extensive experience, I am passionate about working with adults facing ADHD, LGBTQ+ issues, relational trauma, PTSD, as well as depression and anxiety. I provide an open, compassionate environment to support you in your healing journey. I provide guidance that allows you to align with your own strength, wisdom and inner resources.
With specialized training and extensive experience, I am passionate about working with adults facing ADHD, LGBTQ+ issues, relational trauma, PTSD, as well as depression and anxiety. I provide an open, compassionate environment to support you in your healing journey. I provide guidance that allows you to align with your own strength, wisdom and inner resources.
Great therapy is a sacred, unique, and mutually respectful relationship. My approach is holistic in nature, seeking to balance the mind, body and spirit. There is no one approach for everyone, so I utilize many forms of therapy with clients, allowing a person-centered, humanistic, and eclectic approach. I also incorporate aspects of spirituality if desired, and am open to all beliefs. I mainly work with adults and teens. My therapy is intuitive and empathic, which invites individuality to shine.
Great therapy is a sacred, unique, and mutually respectful relationship. My approach is holistic in nature, seeking to balance the mind, body and spirit. There is no one approach for everyone, so I utilize many forms of therapy with clients, allowing a person-centered, humanistic, and eclectic approach. I also incorporate aspects of spirituality if desired, and am open to all beliefs. I mainly work with adults and teens. My therapy is intuitive and empathic, which invites individuality to shine.
My name is Dr. Eric and I use an integrative approach to treatment, combining evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. I work collaboratively with you to create a comfortable and non-judgmental space where you feel empowered to explore difficulties and set realistic, meaningful goals. I also provide honest and compassionate feedback to help you develop alternative perspectives, gain insight into underlying issues, and identify your unique strengths. In leveraging these strengths, you will feel more fulfilled and achieve greater balance in your life.
My name is Dr. Eric and I use an integrative approach to treatment, combining evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. I work collaboratively with you to create a comfortable and non-judgmental space where you feel empowered to explore difficulties and set realistic, meaningful goals. I also provide honest and compassionate feedback to help you develop alternative perspectives, gain insight into underlying issues, and identify your unique strengths. In leveraging these strengths, you will feel more fulfilled and achieve greater balance in your life.
Colyn Burbank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, CADC
3 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309
Not accepting new clients
I’m an approachable, and down to earth therapist who provides a welcoming, supportive space for clients to explore and better understand their inner experiences. I believe each person is the expert of their own life, and I center my work around honoring that autonomy. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients can build trust, deepen self-awareness, and expand their capacity to move toward what matters most to them.
I’m an approachable, and down to earth therapist who provides a welcoming, supportive space for clients to explore and better understand their inner experiences. I believe each person is the expert of their own life, and I center my work around honoring that autonomy. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients can build trust, deepen self-awareness, and expand their capacity to move toward what matters most to them.
It's easy to find yourself carrying more than you can comfortably manage. Maybe you're often worrying, questioning your decisions, feeling stretched too thin, or wondering why everything feels harder than it should. You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. It can help to have someone who is both kind and practical alongside you to regain perspective, move through difficult seasons with greater confidence, and create a life that feels more like your own.
It's easy to find yourself carrying more than you can comfortably manage. Maybe you're often worrying, questioning your decisions, feeling stretched too thin, or wondering why everything feels harder than it should. You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. It can help to have someone who is both kind and practical alongside you to regain perspective, move through difficult seasons with greater confidence, and create a life that feels more like your own.
How would it feel to finally have an explanation that fits? To understand why therapy or medication haven’t fully helped? I specialize in adult Autism and ADHD evaluations for people who have spent years feeling misread or incorrectly diagnosed. A thorough diagnosis can replace self-doubt with clarity. Stop trying to push yourself into neurotypical expectations. Recognize your energy limits, masking patterns, and burnout cycles. You receive a clear, easy-to-follow report outlining your characteristics and therapy focus areas. We review resources together so you can move into treatment prepared. Results may support work accomodations
How would it feel to finally have an explanation that fits? To understand why therapy or medication haven’t fully helped? I specialize in adult Autism and ADHD evaluations for people who have spent years feeling misread or incorrectly diagnosed. A thorough diagnosis can replace self-doubt with clarity. Stop trying to push yourself into neurotypical expectations. Recognize your energy limits, masking patterns, and burnout cycles. You receive a clear, easy-to-follow report outlining your characteristics and therapy focus areas. We review resources together so you can move into treatment prepared. Results may support work accomodations
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) with over 12 years of experience counseling individuals, couples, and groups. I have a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since 2010, my studies and career have focused on identifying underlying problems contributing to substance use and problematic behaviors. The primary emphasis of my master’s level studies was trauma and substance use disorders.I have 30 years of experience in the health care industry, including executive-level positions, 12 of which are in the behavioral health field.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) with over 12 years of experience counseling individuals, couples, and groups. I have a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Since 2010, my studies and career have focused on identifying underlying problems contributing to substance use and problematic behaviors. The primary emphasis of my master’s level studies was trauma and substance use disorders.I have 30 years of experience in the health care industry, including executive-level positions, 12 of which are in the behavioral health field.
Have you been overwhelmed by anxiety? Feeling depressed by the state of the world? Are you exhausted from trying to manage on your own? Therapy can help with all of these things. You can finally be heard without judgement and supported without pressure. All of your experiences, thoughts and opinions will be listened to and honored. You won't be defined by a diagnosis or a problem. You will be seen as a whole person with strengths, insight and the capacity for growth.
The first few sessions are designed to fully understand the presenting issues and to begin to make a plan for how you would like to address achieving your goals.
Have you been overwhelmed by anxiety? Feeling depressed by the state of the world? Are you exhausted from trying to manage on your own? Therapy can help with all of these things. You can finally be heard without judgement and supported without pressure. All of your experiences, thoughts and opinions will be listened to and honored. You won't be defined by a diagnosis or a problem. You will be seen as a whole person with strengths, insight and the capacity for growth.
The first few sessions are designed to fully understand the presenting issues and to begin to make a plan for how you would like to address achieving your goals.
Karla Mracek-Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Des Moines, IA 50309
Not accepting new clients
When someone asks me what I love about being a therapist, my answer is, "Everything." I love meeting new people, understanding their stories, being present for the vulnerable moments and witnessing the hope and change. I provide a warm and inviting space for clients to share their struggles and find their strength. My approach is client-centered, driven by your goals, navigated with compassion and humor.
When someone asks me what I love about being a therapist, my answer is, "Everything." I love meeting new people, understanding their stories, being present for the vulnerable moments and witnessing the hope and change. I provide a warm and inviting space for clients to share their struggles and find their strength. My approach is client-centered, driven by your goals, navigated with compassion and humor.
I’m Dr. Martin, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. My goals is to help you create lasting change so you can move forward with independence. I offer support while also gently challenging you to reflect and grow in ways that feel meaningful to you.
I’m Dr. Martin, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. My goals is to help you create lasting change so you can move forward with independence. I offer support while also gently challenging you to reflect and grow in ways that feel meaningful to you.
I believe that we are all multifaceted individuals, often experiencing opposing wants and needs simultaneously. We want to belong but we also want to withdraw when someone speaks to us. We need connection but we tend to lash out at our loved ones. We are complicated beings and I am always honored to help individuals make meaning of these different parts of themselves. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, mood instability, trauma, stress, interpersonal relationships, or other internal difficulties, I look forward to working together to achieve your personal goals.
I believe that we are all multifaceted individuals, often experiencing opposing wants and needs simultaneously. We want to belong but we also want to withdraw when someone speaks to us. We need connection but we tend to lash out at our loved ones. We are complicated beings and I am always honored to help individuals make meaning of these different parts of themselves. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, mood instability, trauma, stress, interpersonal relationships, or other internal difficulties, I look forward to working together to achieve your personal goals.
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Number of Therapists in 50309
100+
Average cost per session
$176
Therapists in 50309 who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 94% | Social Anxiety |
| 94% | Health Anxiety |
| 94% | Driving Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 72% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 78% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 75% | Wellmark BCBS |
| 59% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 50309 see their clients
| 70% | In Person and Online | |
| 30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 15% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |