Iowa Total Care Therapists in Ankeny, IA
Accepting new clients (ages 15+) immediately for in-person care in Ankeny and statewide via telehealth! Whether you're struggling with stress and anxiety, navigating a complicated relationship, or facing a life transition, you don't have to figure it out alone. I provide a safe, identity-affirming space for youth and adults to unpack stress, build self-esteem, and find practical coping skills. I believe that attentiveness, genuineness, and collaboration form the foundation of our work together, so you can feel truly supported and show up as your authentic self.
Accepting new clients (ages 15+) immediately for in-person care in Ankeny and statewide via telehealth! Whether you're struggling with stress and anxiety, navigating a complicated relationship, or facing a life transition, you don't have to figure it out alone. I provide a safe, identity-affirming space for youth and adults to unpack stress, build self-esteem, and find practical coping skills. I believe that attentiveness, genuineness, and collaboration form the foundation of our work together, so you can feel truly supported and show up as your authentic self.
Are you exhausted from constant reminders, daily power struggles, emotional outbursts, or feeling disconnected from your child? If your child struggles with anxiety, ADHD, autism, behavioral challenges, social relationships, emotional regulation, or daily functioning, you've come to the right place. I specialize in working with children and teens ages 2–17 using play, expressive arts, behavioral focused, Adlerian-based, and school-based interventions. Together, we can tailor a plan to assist your child or teen in building confidence, independence, social skills, coping outlets, and overall functionality and wellbeing.
Are you exhausted from constant reminders, daily power struggles, emotional outbursts, or feeling disconnected from your child? If your child struggles with anxiety, ADHD, autism, behavioral challenges, social relationships, emotional regulation, or daily functioning, you've come to the right place. I specialize in working with children and teens ages 2–17 using play, expressive arts, behavioral focused, Adlerian-based, and school-based interventions. Together, we can tailor a plan to assist your child or teen in building confidence, independence, social skills, coping outlets, and overall functionality and wellbeing.
Do you feel stuck in patterns that leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself? Perhaps you've experienced trauma, painful relationships, grief, divorce, or other life challenges and find yourself wondering why you keep reacting the way you do. Healing is about more than managing symptoms—it involves understanding the deeper patterns that shaped you so lasting change can occur.
Do you feel stuck in patterns that leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself? Perhaps you've experienced trauma, painful relationships, grief, divorce, or other life challenges and find yourself wondering why you keep reacting the way you do. Healing is about more than managing symptoms—it involves understanding the deeper patterns that shaped you so lasting change can occur.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, or the lasting effects of difficult experiences? Do you find yourself caught in cycles of negative self-talk, self-doubt, or feeling emotionally exhausted? I work with individuals ages 9 and older to help them navigate these challenges and build healthier ways of coping. I also welcome couples seeking support to improve communication, strengthen connection, and navigate relationship challenges together.
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelming emotions, or the lasting effects of difficult experiences? Do you find yourself caught in cycles of negative self-talk, self-doubt, or feeling emotionally exhausted? I work with individuals ages 9 and older to help them navigate these challenges and build healthier ways of coping. I also welcome couples seeking support to improve communication, strengthen connection, and navigate relationship challenges together.
Just as sometimes people get sick and need to visit a doctor, sometimes people need to visit a therapist. This could be due to a clinical diagnosis such as depression or anxiety, the desire to cope with past trauma, or just in response to the many and varied challenges of life. It takes courage and determination to reach out for help, and I hope that I can help. I believe we all have the ability to achieve lasting change and peace on our own, we just sometimes need help finding the way.
Just as sometimes people get sick and need to visit a doctor, sometimes people need to visit a therapist. This could be due to a clinical diagnosis such as depression or anxiety, the desire to cope with past trauma, or just in response to the many and varied challenges of life. It takes courage and determination to reach out for help, and I hope that I can help. I believe we all have the ability to achieve lasting change and peace on our own, we just sometimes need help finding the way.
Let’s be honest- starting therapy can feel weird. It can be scary, awkward, vulnerable…and stir up a lot of other feelings that make it hard to get started.
When you walk into my office, my hope is that it feels like a place where you can finally exhale. You might find me barefoot. And if a well-timed swear word slips into conversation, I promise I won’t be offended. You don’t have to show up polished or have the “right” words. Come exactly as you are.
Let’s be honest- starting therapy can feel weird. It can be scary, awkward, vulnerable…and stir up a lot of other feelings that make it hard to get started.
When you walk into my office, my hope is that it feels like a place where you can finally exhale. You might find me barefoot. And if a well-timed swear word slips into conversation, I promise I won’t be offended. You don’t have to show up polished or have the “right” words. Come exactly as you are.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and tired of pretending you're okay? My name is Lorri, and I am a licensed Social Worker with over a decade of experience as a therapist. Before becoming a therapist, I spent 20 years as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, providing support and guidance to individuals navigating addiction and recovery.
Many people today struggle with their relationships—both with others and themselves—as well as challenges related to loss, grief, anxiety, and depression. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples overcome these obstacles, achieve their personal goals, and build fulfilling lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and tired of pretending you're okay? My name is Lorri, and I am a licensed Social Worker with over a decade of experience as a therapist. Before becoming a therapist, I spent 20 years as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, providing support and guidance to individuals navigating addiction and recovery.
Many people today struggle with their relationships—both with others and themselves—as well as challenges related to loss, grief, anxiety, and depression. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples overcome these obstacles, achieve their personal goals, and build fulfilling lives.
The decision to seek therapy can often feel intimidating and vulnerable. As a therapist I strive to provide a safe and empowering space to explore your individual needs within the context of your overall environment. My goal is to help promote healing and growth that feels personalized and attainable to your specific needs, experiences, and values, as well as providing you with the opportunity to collaborate on a treatment plan tailored to your mental health and overcoming the challenges life throws your way.
The decision to seek therapy can often feel intimidating and vulnerable. As a therapist I strive to provide a safe and empowering space to explore your individual needs within the context of your overall environment. My goal is to help promote healing and growth that feels personalized and attainable to your specific needs, experiences, and values, as well as providing you with the opportunity to collaborate on a treatment plan tailored to your mental health and overcoming the challenges life throws your way.
I am dedicated to helping clients reach their goals and live the life they wish to have. I am passionate about mental health and am proud to offer services that assist with difficult symptoms and the challenges that life throws us.
I am dedicated to helping clients reach their goals and live the life they wish to have. I am passionate about mental health and am proud to offer services that assist with difficult symptoms and the challenges that life throws us.
My primary areas of focus are grief/loss, anxiety, depression and trauma. I utilize a positive and strength-based focus along with a cognitive behavioral approach in helping clients meet their goals. Helping clients identify and utilize their strengths in and outside of therapy is an important factor in my therapy. I also believe therapy is a collaborative approach and I aim at meeting my clients where they are while providing a safe and welcoming space to all. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, families and have a special interest in the elderly. I have twenty years' experience working with the elderly in Des Moines area.
My primary areas of focus are grief/loss, anxiety, depression and trauma. I utilize a positive and strength-based focus along with a cognitive behavioral approach in helping clients meet their goals. Helping clients identify and utilize their strengths in and outside of therapy is an important factor in my therapy. I also believe therapy is a collaborative approach and I aim at meeting my clients where they are while providing a safe and welcoming space to all. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, families and have a special interest in the elderly. I have twenty years' experience working with the elderly in Des Moines area.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who works with adults and teens struggling with anxiety and/or depression. I help those grappling with uncertainty, anxiety, fear, and confusion. If you feel like no one understands what you're going through, or if you need a new perspective, I will work to help you make sense of your experiences and get you to a place you want to be. I match well with individuals struggling with anxious or depressive symptoms, past trauma, or life transitions. Telehealth or in person sessions available.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who works with adults and teens struggling with anxiety and/or depression. I help those grappling with uncertainty, anxiety, fear, and confusion. If you feel like no one understands what you're going through, or if you need a new perspective, I will work to help you make sense of your experiences and get you to a place you want to be. I match well with individuals struggling with anxious or depressive symptoms, past trauma, or life transitions. Telehealth or in person sessions available.
At Nurturing Therapy Services, we’re more than a therapy practice – we’re your dedicated partners in personal growth, healing, and well-being. Our therapists provide evidence-based support for individuals, couples, and families ready to embrace positive change. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, we create a safe space for your journey to wellness. Your journey to a more peaceful and empowered life starts here.
At Nurturing Therapy Services, we’re more than a therapy practice – we’re your dedicated partners in personal growth, healing, and well-being. Our therapists provide evidence-based support for individuals, couples, and families ready to embrace positive change. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, we create a safe space for your journey to wellness. Your journey to a more peaceful and empowered life starts here.
We are in network with Wellpoint/ Amerigroup, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Wellmark Blue Cross, Iowa Total Care, Medicaid, Molina Healthcare.
I offer a calm, practical, trauma-informed approach for adults dealing with anxiety, chronic stress, grief, relationship strain, or the effects of trauma. My style is collaborative and down-to-earth: we'll clarify what matters most and build a plan that fits your life. I use evidence-based tools like CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy, and I'm EMDR trained.. My goal is a space where you feel respected, understood, and supported to move forward at a sustainable pace.
We are in network with Wellpoint/ Amerigroup, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Wellmark Blue Cross, Iowa Total Care, Medicaid, Molina Healthcare.
I offer a calm, practical, trauma-informed approach for adults dealing with anxiety, chronic stress, grief, relationship strain, or the effects of trauma. My style is collaborative and down-to-earth: we'll clarify what matters most and build a plan that fits your life. I use evidence-based tools like CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy, and I'm EMDR trained.. My goal is a space where you feel respected, understood, and supported to move forward at a sustainable pace.
If you’re feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges, especially if past wounds like abandonment or codependency weigh on you, you deserve a compassionate space to heal. Whether you’re a teen navigating complex emotions or an adult seeking healthier connections, you want to feel understood, safe, and empowered to reclaim your peace and joy. You hope for relief that lasts, clearer communication, and the courage to be vulnerable again without fear or judgment.
I offer a warm, empathetic approach using mindfulness and trauma-sensitive techniques tailored to your unique story.
If you’re feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges, especially if past wounds like abandonment or codependency weigh on you, you deserve a compassionate space to heal. Whether you’re a teen navigating complex emotions or an adult seeking healthier connections, you want to feel understood, safe, and empowered to reclaim your peace and joy. You hope for relief that lasts, clearer communication, and the courage to be vulnerable again without fear or judgment.
I offer a warm, empathetic approach using mindfulness and trauma-sensitive techniques tailored to your unique story.
I believe that you have the will within you to change. While you lead the session and decide where you want to go, I will give you the tools to help you through your issues. I am a licensed counseling psychologist and have experience working with individuals and couples to help cope with issues such as mental illness, life transitions, and many other areas. I work to make sure that you are comfortable and we have a solid relationship. I am open and caring to my client's needs.
I believe that you have the will within you to change. While you lead the session and decide where you want to go, I will give you the tools to help you through your issues. I am a licensed counseling psychologist and have experience working with individuals and couples to help cope with issues such as mental illness, life transitions, and many other areas. I work to make sure that you are comfortable and we have a solid relationship. I am open and caring to my client's needs.
Hello! I love to work with people to improve their relationships. I like to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people accurately perceive life situations and improve their own self-perception. These are the building blocks that lead to quality relational fulfillment, emotional health and stability. Improved perceptions can lead to transformed individuals. I love to work closely with clients to help them cast a personal vision for a purposed, fulfilled and contented self. Depression, Anxiety, Shame, Substance Usage, Couples/Marriage and lack of purpose are areas of experience.
Hello! I love to work with people to improve their relationships. I like to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people accurately perceive life situations and improve their own self-perception. These are the building blocks that lead to quality relational fulfillment, emotional health and stability. Improved perceptions can lead to transformed individuals. I love to work closely with clients to help them cast a personal vision for a purposed, fulfilled and contented self. Depression, Anxiety, Shame, Substance Usage, Couples/Marriage and lack of purpose are areas of experience.
As a therapist I strive to create a safe and supportive environment to process emotions and experiences, develop coping and behavioral strategies, and to assist clients in developing a more robust understanding of themselves.
As a therapist I strive to create a safe and supportive environment to process emotions and experiences, develop coping and behavioral strategies, and to assist clients in developing a more robust understanding of themselves.
Accepting New Clients! Molly is an LMHC with a passion for helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, and past trauma. She provides compassionate, personalized support to clients aged 18 and older, tailoring each session to their unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Molly is an LMHC with a passion for helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, and past trauma. She provides compassionate, personalized support to clients aged 18 and older, tailoring each session to their unique needs.
I am the Executive Director and co-founder of the Central Iowa Family Institute. I worked with literally thousands of clients during my career as a licensed marriage and family therapist, educator, and consultant. With 30 years of experience, I've developed an integrated client-focused approach that combines family systems, positive psychology, communications theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy. I try to engender trust, hope, openness, warmth, respect, and a sense of humor in my work with clients.
I am the Executive Director and co-founder of the Central Iowa Family Institute. I worked with literally thousands of clients during my career as a licensed marriage and family therapist, educator, and consultant. With 30 years of experience, I've developed an integrated client-focused approach that combines family systems, positive psychology, communications theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused therapy. I try to engender trust, hope, openness, warmth, respect, and a sense of humor in my work with clients.
At least one if not more of us has been there! This team has had life experience. Whether its anxiety, depression, stress, children not following directions, teen ager disrespect, grief, bullying, relationship disconnection, school based difficulties, sibling rivalry, reluctance to come to therapy, financial worries, life transitions, job dissatisfaction (not this one), social isolation, childhood trauma, coparenting, blended families, adult children conflict, addictions.
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• Comprehensive Care for All Ages – We see clients from ages 1 to 99, offering tailored support for every stage of life.
At least one if not more of us has been there! This team has had life experience. Whether its anxiety, depression, stress, children not following directions, teen ager disrespect, grief, bullying, relationship disconnection, school based difficulties, sibling rivalry, reluctance to come to therapy, financial worries, life transitions, job dissatisfaction (not this one), social isolation, childhood trauma, coparenting, blended families, adult children conflict, addictions.
Let us help!
• Comprehensive Care for All Ages – We see clients from ages 1 to 99, offering tailored support for every stage of life.
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