Jen Sand
Psychologist, PhD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Des Moines, IA 50312
Let's Connect (515) 532-5047
I believe therapy is a way to develop a secure connection that can be rare in everyday life. Developing this connection allows one a space to express authentically what may have been hidden or not heard. Within the safety of this space, real change can begin to occur. So often we believe that it is by applying willpower to an issue that we can instigate change, and are left feeling defeated in the end. In therapy, we get the chance to take these moments of defeat and transform them. We can reorganize, reorient, gain hope, and live more satisfying lives.
As a therapist, my foremost training is as a generalist and I enjoy treating clients across the spectrum of primary concerns. I respect the multilayered diversity inherent in each person. Specific concerns I can help with are binge- or compulsive eating concerns and attending to issues that arise when needs are not met in relationships.
I have also obtained further training in delivering couples therapy in the Emotionally-Focused Therapy model. I enjoy the process of helping couples understand their concerns from a different lens and finding relief and increased safety with each other.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Jen Sand now - (515) 532-5047
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Couple Sessions $180
- Pay by Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Out of Network
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Jen Sand
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 072180 Jen Sand
- Attended Arizona State University, Graduated 2008
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Jen Sand
Psychologist, PhD
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Couples Therapy
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marginalization
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (515) 532-5047
Jen Sand
Psychologist, PhD
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Body Positivity ,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Body Positivity ,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Relational
- Somatic Experiencing
- Trauma Focused
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Jen Sand
Psychologist, PhD
Location
Nearby Areas
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Jen Sand
Psychologist, PhD
Last Modified: 8 Jul 2023