Therapists for Teens in Alburnett, IA

As a therapist, I believe that a person is more than just the sum of their experiences. Each one of us is made up of our unique thoughts, emotions and ideas. I have devoted my career to finding ways of honoring who you are, as well as who you want to become. My clients range from children to adults, and my special interests are with teens, parents and families. I am clinically trained to help individuals and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, conflicts and grief. My style is direct, non-judgmental and supportive, as we work together to create a treatment plan that uniquely fits your needs.

I work primarily with children and teens; I use both play therapy and talk therapy techniques with clients as appropriate as we work together in therapy. I have a passion for experiential therapy. I believe the most important element of therapy is the therapist's unconditional positive regard for the client. A client's capacity for growth increases according to how much they believe others believe in them. As a therapist, I am sometimes the first person a child/teen will trust besides their parent(s) who says, "You are good. You are capable of growth and change. I believe in you."

As a therapist, I am committed to honoring your autonomy, perspective, and experience in order to collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. I view each person through a non-pathologizing lens and am committed to using my skills and resources to facilitate healing experiences during our time together. I strive to foster authentic relationships, offer challenges to facilitate growth, and empower individuals, couples, and families to actively engage in the process of healing. Please visit www.waxwingpsych.com for more information regarding my services.

I am now accepting new child, adolescent, and adult clients and have immediate openings! I strongly believe that people are not meant to navigate life alone. I provide a safe space where teens, children, and adults can share their life experiences in a holistic and empathetic atmosphere. It is essential to have a safe and supportive place to process, navigate, heal, and grow, whether you are dealing with a difficult situation or managing your daily life. When you come to me for therapy, you are met with compassion and understanding, without judgment.

Parenting a teen can be difficult; I’m here to help break down feelings and thoughts so that each party feels heard and understood. I enjoy working with families pre and post adoption, as well as teens struggling with communication issues, disordered eating, body image issues, anxiety, or depression.

We have opening and accepting NEW clients! Creative Counseling Group, Plc. is composed of 4 therapists who are dedicated to helping individuals, families, and couples through times of life transitions and crisis. We provide a safe, confident, and comfortable place for you to come and be yourself. We will help you set goals, find solutions, provide feedback, and monitor your progress. Our team provides knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate care. We ensure that clients feel heard and empowered.

Francisco graduated from the University of Iowa with his MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He has previous experience working with adolescents in residential inpatient services. Francisco commits to servicing those of various needs. While working collaboratively, Francisco and client will formalize a plan based on the client’s level of care, needs, and desires. The modalities he adheres to are Person-Centered (Rogerian), Strength-Based Approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Interventions, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Recreationally, Francisco enjoys spending time with his family, and playing sports.

Feelings of anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties can have a profound effect on your quality of life. Mental health care is an important component of building personal functioning and making lasting changes to individual outlook and situation. As a therapist I believe that you are the expert of your own life and experiences, and my role is to help you create meaning and understanding of those experiences. Together, we can help build realistic and effective coping skills to manage the unique challenges that you face to create lasting, positive change.

I believe that at any given moment we are all doing the best that we can with what we have within us. Everyone has found themselves in the midst of the struggle at some point, and that struggle may appear the same or differently each time. I enjoy working with a wide variety of concerns such as anxious/depressive symptoms, relationship conflict, trauma, and personality disorders. No one can force a change to happen so there is never a guarantee of services. However, if you are looking for someone to provide safety and support while challenging you to better understand yourself and your roles - this may be a good space for you.

Are you searching for inclusive mental health services that aim to address the root of your presenting symptoms whilst taking into account social and systemic factors? Maybe you feel that the providers you've seen thus far haven't been effective in helping you reach your goals of improving your overall well-being. I specialize in working with clients with a systems-based approach in order to not only provide a safe and inclusive environment but also to help you reach your goals through collaboration.

Do you feel frustrated, anxious, sad, confused, hopeless, or hurt? Do you need something different? Are you ready for change? I work with adolescents ages 12+ and adults that are dealing with a variety of issues that could include depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addictions, life changes, grief or something else. I work with individuals, couples, families, or groups. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.

When faced with relationships, family, employment, or personal emotional difficulties, it is hard to know who to trust. Family, friends, and co-workers might have well intended advice, but it is not what you really needed to feel better. You need a safe place to heal from past trauma, ongoing mental illness with someone who truly listens and is knowledgeable. The idea of therapy can be scary for some, but with the right provider, you can feel more confident, self-compassionate, and able to cope with those challenges in life.

Each person has a unique and valid story; it is a privilege to get to learn each client’s. As a clinician, my goal is to help discover and expand clients' existing resources and skills, in order to grow in the directions they choose. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who may have PTSD and a history of trauma in their lives, ADHD, anxiety, depression, struggles with body image, weight stigma, and/or sexuality. I welcome clients who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community as well as those who may practice nontraditional relationship structures such as consensual nonmonogamy.

My goal in therapy is to create that space through acceptance, connection, and compassion. Through a collaborative process I hope to help individuals find their voice, create balance through mindfulness, and work towards their goals. I understand that working towards change can be overwhelming and that embracing openness can allow for new experiences in life. I am willing to be there with you to find peace within and be present the way you want to in life, through creating new meaning.

You are the meaning maker, the ever persistent expert of your life and experiences. Your unique humanity will be given space here. If you are curious to explore the profound power of choice, the expansive space between a naturally programmed reaction and your authentic chosen response, and in deepening an authentic connection to yourself and others, this may be the space for you. I seek to honor your autonomy and provide a space where creative expression, curiosity, and ingenuity might collide to present you with new avenues to explore. Let’s release expectations, and bravely explore the possibilities of your authenticity together.

I take trust very seriously. I have always been the person others can confide in and know there is not a risk of judgment. I am proud of that and will understand the gravity of your vulnerability and fear of trust. I'm here to listen to your story, and feel it is important that my clients get an education on the therapeutic process, skill building, training, and accountability.

If you are in need of assistance to meet the challenges of relationships, school, work, or other aspects of life, I am here to help you find the skills and abilities within you to lead a successful life. My goal is to assist you in discovering the best way to be the best you. I will hold the map on this journey, pointing out potential areas of interest while you are behind the wheel.