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Available both in-person and online
2515 University Boulevard Suite 106 Ames, IA 50010
You’ve been holding it together for so long—on the outside, it may seem like you're managing, but inside, you're exhausted. You might feel disconnected, anxious, weighed down by the past, or unsure how to move forward. You may be looking for more peace, hope, or connection. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about coming home to yourself, gently and fully. If you're longing for a place to feel safe, supported, and truly heard, you’re in the right place.
Healing happens when you feel safe enough to be fully seen. I offer a nurturing, trauma-informed space that honors your pace and your story. Using IFS, expressive arts, TBRI, CBT, and somatic tools, I help children 8+, teens, and adults reconnect with themselves and move toward greater balance and self-trust.
Whatever you’re carrying, you don’t have to carry it alone. Your struggles don’t define you—and you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. If you’re ready to feel more grounded, more whole, and more like yourself again, I’d be honored to support you on that journey. Let’s take that first step together.
Take the first step to help. Call or Andi Prihoda now - (515) 762-5509

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2515 University Boulevard

Suite 106

Ames, IA 50010 map

(515) 762-5509
I offer therapy in a warm, welcoming office or online via video, with sessions available on weekdays to fit your schedule.
$190 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (515) 762-5509
Photo of Andi Prihoda, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2515 University Boulevard

Suite 106

Ames, IA 50010 map

(515) 762-5509
I offer therapy in a warm, welcoming office or online via video, with sessions available on weekdays to fit your schedule.
$190 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $190
  • Couple Sessions $190

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Wellmark BCBS
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Ames Counseling Center is in-network with Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, but I can also submit out-of-network client's insurance to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions.
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Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
or call with questions - (515) 762-5509
"
Ames Counseling Center is in-network with Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, but I can also submit out-of-network client's insurance to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions.
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Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
or call with questions - (515) 762-5509

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 130824 Andrea Prihoda
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Attended University of Iowa, MSW Social Work, Graduated 2025
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Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (515) 762-5509
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Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (515) 762-5509

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (515) 762-5509
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Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (515) 762-5509

2 Endorsements

Kaitlyn Danielson
Kaitlyn Danielson
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLMSW
Andi is a warm, affirming, thoughtful person who really takes the time to get to know you on a deeper level. Those who choose to work with Andi for their mental health needs will be in great hands.
Holly Thompson
Holly Thompson
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLMSW
Andi exudes compassion and understanding. There's no doubt she is able to recognize the beauty in her clients. I would trust her with any referral!

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Expressive Arts
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My approach is grounded in compassion and respect for each person's unique story and strengths, offering a trauma-informed and mind-body perspective to therapy. I incorporate modalities such as IFS (internal family systems theory), expressive arts therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), self-compassion, and cognitive behavioral interventions to meet the unique needs of each client.
Photo of Andi Prihoda, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
or call with questions - (515) 762-5509
"
My approach is grounded in compassion and respect for each person's unique story and strengths, offering a trauma-informed and mind-body perspective to therapy. I incorporate modalities such as IFS (internal family systems theory), expressive arts therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), self-compassion, and cognitive behavioral interventions to meet the unique needs of each client.
Photo of Andi Prihoda, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
or call with questions - (515) 762-5509

Location

Primary Location

2515 University Boulevard

Suite 106

Ames, IA 50010

(515) 762-5509

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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I offer therapy in a warm, welcoming office or online via video, with sessions available on weekdays to fit your schedule.
Photo of Andi Prihoda, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (515) 762-5509
"
I offer therapy in a warm, welcoming office or online via video, with sessions available on weekdays to fit your schedule.
Photo of Andi Prihoda, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Andi Prihoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (515) 762-5509