Depression Therapists in Pella, IA
I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting concerns, behavioral issues, stress management concerns, anger issues, existential concerns and life transitions.
It is my passion to be able to help others through the challenges of life. It is always a priority to create a safe and trusting relationship with each client where they feel there is a shared ownership in their treatment outcomes. I provide effective, collaborative and holistic therapy that results in transformation, growth and healing. My primary treatment modality is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) but I integrate various therapeutic approaches to meet my client's individual needs.
I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting concerns, behavioral issues, stress management concerns, anger issues, existential concerns and life transitions.
It is my passion to be able to help others through the challenges of life. It is always a priority to create a safe and trusting relationship with each client where they feel there is a shared ownership in their treatment outcomes. I provide effective, collaborative and holistic therapy that results in transformation, growth and healing. My primary treatment modality is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) but I integrate various therapeutic approaches to meet my client's individual needs.
The core of my therapeutic philosophy embodies the key concepts of good mental health (courage, integrity, tenacity, inspiration and awareness). I integrate complimentary approaches of psychotherapy, incorporating a variety of methodologies and techniques that are designed to help you address life challenges and improve quality of life. It is my belief that through awareness, acceptance and change, we can find ourselves experiencing happiness, compassion, and wisdom. With sensitivity and compassion, I will work to help you build on your strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
The core of my therapeutic philosophy embodies the key concepts of good mental health (courage, integrity, tenacity, inspiration and awareness). I integrate complimentary approaches of psychotherapy, incorporating a variety of methodologies and techniques that are designed to help you address life challenges and improve quality of life. It is my belief that through awareness, acceptance and change, we can find ourselves experiencing happiness, compassion, and wisdom. With sensitivity and compassion, I will work to help you build on your strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or other struggles in your life? Maybe you avoid these feelings by stuffing your emotions down or distracting yourself with activities that ultimately don’t fix anything. Avoidance feels good now, but we know deep down it won’t bring the relief that we are craving. What you need is someone who is safe to talk to and who seeks to understand you. That will make a tremendous difference in your ability to cope and experience life with the joy, contentment, and purpose you are desiring.
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or other struggles in your life? Maybe you avoid these feelings by stuffing your emotions down or distracting yourself with activities that ultimately don’t fix anything. Avoidance feels good now, but we know deep down it won’t bring the relief that we are craving. What you need is someone who is safe to talk to and who seeks to understand you. That will make a tremendous difference in your ability to cope and experience life with the joy, contentment, and purpose you are desiring.
Shanon A. Claussen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RPT-S, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pella, IA 50219
Shanon Claussen LISW, RPT-S, CADC, Certified EMDR Therapist, has been providing mental health therapy since 2006, Shanon's clinical experience includes work with individuals (children 18 months & older, adolescents, adults, couples, & families). Shanon utilizes techniques appropriate to each client, individualizes treatment plans, & meets clients where they are at.
Shanon Claussen LISW, RPT-S, CADC, Certified EMDR Therapist, has been providing mental health therapy since 2006, Shanon's clinical experience includes work with individuals (children 18 months & older, adolescents, adults, couples, & families). Shanon utilizes techniques appropriate to each client, individualizes treatment plans, & meets clients where they are at.
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Are you experiencing a mind-body disconnect? The individuals I work with typically are struggling with issues such as eating disorders, depression, and anxiety issues. They want to be freed from being stuck in their head, and we work collaboratively to work through goals that create more mental peace. Typical symptoms I see in my practice are restrictive eating, binge eating, lack of pleasure or joy, and worried or obsessive thoughts. I see individuals ages 12 and up and work with all genders.
Are you experiencing a mind-body disconnect? The individuals I work with typically are struggling with issues such as eating disorders, depression, and anxiety issues. They want to be freed from being stuck in their head, and we work collaboratively to work through goals that create more mental peace. Typical symptoms I see in my practice are restrictive eating, binge eating, lack of pleasure or joy, and worried or obsessive thoughts. I see individuals ages 12 and up and work with all genders.
Are you struggling with food or your body? The people I work with typically struggle with symptoms like binge eating, overeating, irregular eating patterns, or poor body image. I help people find relief from eating disorders. Often, I hear people express how their eating patterns have impaired their relationships, mood, and daily activities. They may be experiencing mood or anxiety-related issues, in addition, to their food struggles. Most people I work with say that their work with me is their first time conceptualizing their concerns as a mental health issue and are seeking treatment for the first time.
Are you struggling with food or your body? The people I work with typically struggle with symptoms like binge eating, overeating, irregular eating patterns, or poor body image. I help people find relief from eating disorders. Often, I hear people express how their eating patterns have impaired their relationships, mood, and daily activities. They may be experiencing mood or anxiety-related issues, in addition, to their food struggles. Most people I work with say that their work with me is their first time conceptualizing their concerns as a mental health issue and are seeking treatment for the first time.
Stephanie Albers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMHP, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, IA 50138 (Online Only)
Are you looking for a therapist who understands the unique needs of people in larger bodies? I work with individuals impacted by eating disorders, anxiety, and mood-related symptoms. Many of the people I work with are impacted by symptoms of binge eating, weight stigma, and everyday stressors. It is important to me to ensure that all individuals receive equitable treatment, and I work to remove insurance and treatment barriers to accessing healthcare. If you have questions about your symptoms being approved by insurance, I can help you find the answers you need.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands the unique needs of people in larger bodies? I work with individuals impacted by eating disorders, anxiety, and mood-related symptoms. Many of the people I work with are impacted by symptoms of binge eating, weight stigma, and everyday stressors. It is important to me to ensure that all individuals receive equitable treatment, and I work to remove insurance and treatment barriers to accessing healthcare. If you have questions about your symptoms being approved by insurance, I can help you find the answers you need.
Online Therapists
Lauren Holst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. Often what brings people to therapy can be summed up by the word “stuck”. You might be stuck in a rut; under a cloud of sadness or depression; caught in the spin cycle of anxiety; trying to process relationship issues or a big decision; or wanting to move past trauma or grief & loss. Maybe someone or something in your life has given you a soft or firm nudge in the direction of therapy. We’ll work through whatever you bring to therapy in a way that prepares you to meet any difficulties along the road while you reach your goals.
Accepting New Clients. Often what brings people to therapy can be summed up by the word “stuck”. You might be stuck in a rut; under a cloud of sadness or depression; caught in the spin cycle of anxiety; trying to process relationship issues or a big decision; or wanting to move past trauma or grief & loss. Maybe someone or something in your life has given you a soft or firm nudge in the direction of therapy. We’ll work through whatever you bring to therapy in a way that prepares you to meet any difficulties along the road while you reach your goals.
Patrick is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who brings humor and authenticity to his work with adolescents and adults. He has experience working with a variety of concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief and loss and other life experiences. He believes that each person has a unique story that has shaped their attitudes and experiences. Through his work he strives to foster a safe space where clients can tell their story, gain insight into how those experiences impact daily life, and create a new reality that is more fulfilling, meaningful, and purpose driven.
Patrick is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who brings humor and authenticity to his work with adolescents and adults. He has experience working with a variety of concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief and loss and other life experiences. He believes that each person has a unique story that has shaped their attitudes and experiences. Through his work he strives to foster a safe space where clients can tell their story, gain insight into how those experiences impact daily life, and create a new reality that is more fulfilling, meaningful, and purpose driven.
I work with ages 16+, specializing in those struggling with relationships, identity, depression, anxiety, trauma & life transitions.
Flawed with good intentions. I believe this is how many of us would describe ourselves. There's times when our intentions miss the mark & we struggle to express ourselves in ways that are healthy & effective in our relationships. With 20+ years in the mental health field, I've worked with many people just like you who can have difficulty communicating in ways that feel comfortable & genuine. Utilizing a variety of evidence-based approaches, I'll work with you to sort through feelings & situations that create or perpetuate distress & to find calm in who you are & who you want to be. I'm here to help you uncover your potential.
I work with ages 16+, specializing in those struggling with relationships, identity, depression, anxiety, trauma & life transitions.
Flawed with good intentions. I believe this is how many of us would describe ourselves. There's times when our intentions miss the mark & we struggle to express ourselves in ways that are healthy & effective in our relationships. With 20+ years in the mental health field, I've worked with many people just like you who can have difficulty communicating in ways that feel comfortable & genuine. Utilizing a variety of evidence-based approaches, I'll work with you to sort through feelings & situations that create or perpetuate distress & to find calm in who you are & who you want to be. I'm here to help you uncover your potential.
My passion is working with Teen through Adult individual clients with Anxiety, Depression, life transition, and stressors.
As your therapist, my goal would be to meet you where you’re at; free of judgement and help you pursue healing and wholeness. My approach would be to help you learn ways to deal with present circumstances, gain insight from your past, as well as hope for the future. I like to assess you as person holistically and work with you to balance all areas of your life if you desire; spiritually, relationally, physically, nutritionally, mentally and emotionally.
My passion is working with Teen through Adult individual clients with Anxiety, Depression, life transition, and stressors.
As your therapist, my goal would be to meet you where you’re at; free of judgement and help you pursue healing and wholeness. My approach would be to help you learn ways to deal with present circumstances, gain insight from your past, as well as hope for the future. I like to assess you as person holistically and work with you to balance all areas of your life if you desire; spiritually, relationally, physically, nutritionally, mentally and emotionally.
You learn to use strategies to shrink depression and anxiety and become confident in the person you are and who you really want to be.
I'm Michele and I am excited you are taking steps to feel better about yourself and are interested to learn more about me. I'm a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri, and a qualified mental health professional. I am a certified clinical tele-mental health provider, a certified clinical trauma professional, and a certified grief informed professional. I've been a therapist for more than 25 years and I absolutely love what I do. I help young people learn to live authentically in spite of experiencing trauma in their past and help them express their true inner self. I counsel adult children who care for their aging parents to co
You learn to use strategies to shrink depression and anxiety and become confident in the person you are and who you really want to be.
I'm Michele and I am excited you are taking steps to feel better about yourself and are interested to learn more about me. I'm a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri, and a qualified mental health professional. I am a certified clinical tele-mental health provider, a certified clinical trauma professional, and a certified grief informed professional. I've been a therapist for more than 25 years and I absolutely love what I do. I help young people learn to live authentically in spite of experiencing trauma in their past and help them express their true inner self. I counsel adult children who care for their aging parents to co
Brightside Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50010 (Online Only)
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and many other common concerns like panic, bipolar, postpartum depression, and suicidal thoughts.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
Stephen Henkhaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
North Liberty, IA 52317
In my previous role at a school-based mental health clinic, I worked with both adolescents and adults facing a variety of mental health issues. These included mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, suicidality, self-harm, self-esteem issues, adolescent issues, and eating disorders.
In my previous role at a school-based mental health clinic, I worked with both adolescents and adults facing a variety of mental health issues. These included mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, suicidality, self-harm, self-esteem issues, adolescent issues, and eating disorders.
Tiara S. Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW , IADC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety or symptoms related to depression? Are you currently navigating difficult life transitions and having trouble balancing your life needs? I can help. Hi, my name is Tiara S. Lewis, and I am a social work therapist working with clients struggling to adjust to new and adverse life conditions. Work with me today to begin uncovering new ways to process and walk through life's valleys. Call today to begin your journey towards healing.
Are you struggling with anxiety or symptoms related to depression? Are you currently navigating difficult life transitions and having trouble balancing your life needs? I can help. Hi, my name is Tiara S. Lewis, and I am a social work therapist working with clients struggling to adjust to new and adverse life conditions. Work with me today to begin uncovering new ways to process and walk through life's valleys. Call today to begin your journey towards healing.
My experience spans various settings, focusing on depression and anxiety, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, family dynamics, and other life stressors.
Choosing to seek therapy often brings anxiety about finding the right support amidst existing life stressors, which can feel overwhelming. My primary goal in therapy is to ensure you feel seen and heard, as you are the expert of your own life. Together, we will navigate your journey toward healing, wellness, and achieving your life goals. I offer both in-person and telehealth appointments at your preference.
My experience spans various settings, focusing on depression and anxiety, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, family dynamics, and other life stressors.
Choosing to seek therapy often brings anxiety about finding the right support amidst existing life stressors, which can feel overwhelming. My primary goal in therapy is to ensure you feel seen and heard, as you are the expert of your own life. Together, we will navigate your journey toward healing, wellness, and achieving your life goals. I offer both in-person and telehealth appointments at your preference.
I have a unique approach to clinical intervention using holistic and integrated body-based approaches. I enjoy helping individuals, and families identify what motivates them, how to better utilize their strengths, and to become more present in everyday interactions. I have a passion for walking with adolescents and young adults through the various challenges of and difficulties in life. I am seasoned in addressing a variety of issues including anxiety, stress management, depression, grief and loss, trauma and life adjustment issues. I have a deep-seeded belief in an integrative approach to wellness.
I have a unique approach to clinical intervention using holistic and integrated body-based approaches. I enjoy helping individuals, and families identify what motivates them, how to better utilize their strengths, and to become more present in everyday interactions. I have a passion for walking with adolescents and young adults through the various challenges of and difficulties in life. I am seasoned in addressing a variety of issues including anxiety, stress management, depression, grief and loss, trauma and life adjustment issues. I have a deep-seeded belief in an integrative approach to wellness.
I specialize in working with adults who are committed to therapy and want to gain insight, live more harmonious lives, and heal. I am passionate about assisting clients to heal old attachment wounds and further develop their interpersonal skills to better get along with others and connect wholeheartedly. Many of my clients have anxiety, situational depression, emotional reactivity, trauma, or feel stuck and unsure about how to cope and change current patterns. I promise to show you respect and compassion within a safe and judgment-free environment.
I specialize in working with adults who are committed to therapy and want to gain insight, live more harmonious lives, and heal. I am passionate about assisting clients to heal old attachment wounds and further develop their interpersonal skills to better get along with others and connect wholeheartedly. Many of my clients have anxiety, situational depression, emotional reactivity, trauma, or feel stuck and unsure about how to cope and change current patterns. I promise to show you respect and compassion within a safe and judgment-free environment.
Now accepting new clients. When we face challenges in life, we go to what has worked in the past. We distract ourselves, distance ourselves, or self-medicate with food, relationships, substances and more. At some point, these methods do more harm than good. Let's work together to identify the ways you cope and find better options. I will create a comfortable and safe environment free from judgment that encourages self-discovery. I have experience helping people with trauma, relationships, self-esteem, body image, substance use, anxiety, depression, OCD, binge eating disorder, suicidal thoughts and more.
Now accepting new clients. When we face challenges in life, we go to what has worked in the past. We distract ourselves, distance ourselves, or self-medicate with food, relationships, substances and more. At some point, these methods do more harm than good. Let's work together to identify the ways you cope and find better options. I will create a comfortable and safe environment free from judgment that encourages self-discovery. I have experience helping people with trauma, relationships, self-esteem, body image, substance use, anxiety, depression, OCD, binge eating disorder, suicidal thoughts and more.
Dawn Smith Gibbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Des Moines, IA 50309 (Online Only)
I am here to support you as you move through healing from anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger management or even if you just need someone to listen.
In a world that continues to turn with or without us, we often wonder where we can get off in order to regroup. When we are expected to fulfill all of the everyday roles that we have taken on, we tend to lose touch with ourselves. My purpose is to provide an open, restorative and non-judgmental healing space for you. I am pleased to work with individuals who want help with anxiety, depression, trauma and grief. As well as providing support during life transitions, unexpected changes and personal growth.
I am here to support you as you move through healing from anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger management or even if you just need someone to listen.
In a world that continues to turn with or without us, we often wonder where we can get off in order to regroup. When we are expected to fulfill all of the everyday roles that we have taken on, we tend to lose touch with ourselves. My purpose is to provide an open, restorative and non-judgmental healing space for you. I am pleased to work with individuals who want help with anxiety, depression, trauma and grief. As well as providing support during life transitions, unexpected changes and personal growth.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.