Spirituality Therapists in Ankeny, IA
Matt Ness
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
www.kingdomcounseling.com Matt Ness is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). He is also an approved supervisor through the Iowa Board of Behavioral Science. Matt completed his undergraduate studies at Central College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Business Management. It was there that he recognized his giftings and God’s call on his life into the field of counseling, which led him to Wheaton College where he earned his Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. Matt’s studies included an emphasis in counseling adults and couples.
www.kingdomcounseling.com Matt Ness is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). He is also an approved supervisor through the Iowa Board of Behavioral Science. Matt completed his undergraduate studies at Central College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Business Management. It was there that he recognized his giftings and God’s call on his life into the field of counseling, which led him to Wheaton College where he earned his Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. Matt’s studies included an emphasis in counseling adults and couples.
Elaina C Riley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
Hello Beautiful People! I enjoy seeing all ages, adults, children, and teens. I see both non-traumatized people, who are usually dealing with anxiety and issues with mood, and people who experienced trauma, who deal with pain and many complexities of distress. I believe people get to where they want to if they just keep trying and do not give up. I would call that growing. I believe people want to feel regarded, respected, like they belong, and satisfied about something in their lives. I like to partner with people to create a map of how to untangle the knots, dislodge the stuck places, and move through obstacles to feeling better.
Hello Beautiful People! I enjoy seeing all ages, adults, children, and teens. I see both non-traumatized people, who are usually dealing with anxiety and issues with mood, and people who experienced trauma, who deal with pain and many complexities of distress. I believe people get to where they want to if they just keep trying and do not give up. I would call that growing. I believe people want to feel regarded, respected, like they belong, and satisfied about something in their lives. I like to partner with people to create a map of how to untangle the knots, dislodge the stuck places, and move through obstacles to feeling better.
Full Heart Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
At Full Heart Family Therapy, we work with individuals, couples, and families on a variety of mental, emotional, and relational issues. Your therapist will strive to understand your story and your vision for your future, so we can help you overcome obstacles and create the life that you hope for. Our goal is to help you create a full life and a full heart!
At Full Heart Family Therapy, we work with individuals, couples, and families on a variety of mental, emotional, and relational issues. Your therapist will strive to understand your story and your vision for your future, so we can help you overcome obstacles and create the life that you hope for. Our goal is to help you create a full life and a full heart!
Brittany Kay Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023 (Online Only)
I wholeheartedly believe that as human beings, we all deserve to experience what it's like to have someone bear witness to our story and not look away. I see my role as your therapist to be that person: someone who can hold space for your story and help you to navigate your own healing. My goal as your therapist is to allow you to express your feelings in a non-judgmental and safe space, as well as provide you with skills to improve your overall quality of life.
I wholeheartedly believe that as human beings, we all deserve to experience what it's like to have someone bear witness to our story and not look away. I see my role as your therapist to be that person: someone who can hold space for your story and help you to navigate your own healing. My goal as your therapist is to allow you to express your feelings in a non-judgmental and safe space, as well as provide you with skills to improve your overall quality of life.
New Life Counseling
Counselor, MS, PhD, LMHC, BCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
Our New Life professionals provide outpatient counseling services for adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups at our locations in Ankeny and West Des Moines. Our professional training, experience, faith, and commitment to honoring each individual, enables us to offer counseling that empowers you with the tools, techniques, and confidence necessary to improve your life. We offer support and guidance in this journey through life's many changes and transitions as we partner together to work toward meeting your goals. Visit our counselor's page on our website to learn more about our therapists and their areas of focus.
Our New Life professionals provide outpatient counseling services for adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups at our locations in Ankeny and West Des Moines. Our professional training, experience, faith, and commitment to honoring each individual, enables us to offer counseling that empowers you with the tools, techniques, and confidence necessary to improve your life. We offer support and guidance in this journey through life's many changes and transitions as we partner together to work toward meeting your goals. Visit our counselor's page on our website to learn more about our therapists and their areas of focus.
Fein Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
Do you need someone to talk to about your family, job, climate change, social justice or relationships? Are you struggling with loss, abuse or harassment in the recent or distant past? Do you feel misunderstood or question your identity or direction in life? Do you feel like life has handed you some lemons? If this sounds like you, I offer confidential mental health counseling for individuals, couples and families in a private 1857 farmhouse set on a nature sanctuary. I strive to provide a safe space for survivors, and people from diverse racial, gender ethnic religious and spiritual backgrounds. Diversity is celebrated here.
Do you need someone to talk to about your family, job, climate change, social justice or relationships? Are you struggling with loss, abuse or harassment in the recent or distant past? Do you feel misunderstood or question your identity or direction in life? Do you feel like life has handed you some lemons? If this sounds like you, I offer confidential mental health counseling for individuals, couples and families in a private 1857 farmhouse set on a nature sanctuary. I strive to provide a safe space for survivors, and people from diverse racial, gender ethnic religious and spiritual backgrounds. Diversity is celebrated here.
Tony Parmenter - Mobile And Integrative Emdr Intensives For Complex Trauma
Counselor, LMHC, LAADC, LCMHC, LCPC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
I provide mobile (where you are), office-based (in Vermont or Iowa), virtual, and nature-based trauma therapy intensives. My work is focused on helping your nervous system and inner child repair itself after trauma. I have witnessed many of clients alleviate long-standing struggles/challenges related to Complex PTSD, unresolved childhood trauma, and related addiction issues by working in this way. I offer integrative trauma therapy focusing on EMDR in CA, NY, VT, IA, NH, MA, ME & worldwide in intensive/extended session formats. I am certified with Skylight Psychedelics for enhancing your work with Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
I provide mobile (where you are), office-based (in Vermont or Iowa), virtual, and nature-based trauma therapy intensives. My work is focused on helping your nervous system and inner child repair itself after trauma. I have witnessed many of clients alleviate long-standing struggles/challenges related to Complex PTSD, unresolved childhood trauma, and related addiction issues by working in this way. I offer integrative trauma therapy focusing on EMDR in CA, NY, VT, IA, NH, MA, ME & worldwide in intensive/extended session formats. I am certified with Skylight Psychedelics for enhancing your work with Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
Christine D Addison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a practicing therapist for 20 years. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents. I possess comprehensive expertise in many fields, namely; issues of depression and anxiety, trauma, and stress. Currently accepting clients.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a practicing therapist for 20 years. I work with adults, couples, and adolescents. I possess comprehensive expertise in many fields, namely; issues of depression and anxiety, trauma, and stress. Currently accepting clients.
Alex Johnson
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
Whatever brings you to therapy, it is my goal to help you be grateful for the coping mechanisms that kept you safe and brought you here. I welcome all parts of you into my office to work towards healing and learning a new path forward. Healing is personal to each individual and I welcome you to start the experience together to move toward your goals. I work as a team with my partner, Winston (therapy dog), who loves helping clients towards their goals. Reach out to learn more about how he can help you with your goals!
Whatever brings you to therapy, it is my goal to help you be grateful for the coping mechanisms that kept you safe and brought you here. I welcome all parts of you into my office to work towards healing and learning a new path forward. Healing is personal to each individual and I welcome you to start the experience together to move toward your goals. I work as a team with my partner, Winston (therapy dog), who loves helping clients towards their goals. Reach out to learn more about how he can help you with your goals!
Jen Gauerke
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CADC, CGP
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021
Waitlist for new clients
Every person has the potential for growth. Yet, people can work very hard and not make progress. Old ineffective patterns, habits, even addictions, dominate and prevent happiness and growth. Hope can dwindle and lead many to believe they are broken or defective. There is hope! With extensive training and experience in treating trauma and addiction, I explore with you the reasons the patterns persist. I am invested in helping people understand themselves, as they build personal and relationship satisfaction. You can create a life, not simply existing, but full of creativity, connection and satisfaction.
Every person has the potential for growth. Yet, people can work very hard and not make progress. Old ineffective patterns, habits, even addictions, dominate and prevent happiness and growth. Hope can dwindle and lead many to believe they are broken or defective. There is hope! With extensive training and experience in treating trauma and addiction, I explore with you the reasons the patterns persist. I am invested in helping people understand themselves, as they build personal and relationship satisfaction. You can create a life, not simply existing, but full of creativity, connection and satisfaction.
Johnathan Starko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023 (Online Only)
I work with adults and older adolescents. I am passionate about helping others learn to cope with stressors in their lives and be able to communicate with others more effectively. I hope to help you through any tough transitions you may be going through to develop a positive state of mind and emotional, relational, and physical well-being. If you want to create positive change in your life or your relationships, I am ready to walk alongside you to help you find your way!
I work with adults and older adolescents. I am passionate about helping others learn to cope with stressors in their lives and be able to communicate with others more effectively. I hope to help you through any tough transitions you may be going through to develop a positive state of mind and emotional, relational, and physical well-being. If you want to create positive change in your life or your relationships, I am ready to walk alongside you to help you find your way!
Laura L Housel
Counselor, LMHC, ATR, CSAT, CTRS, CYI
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023 (Online Only)
I am passionate about learning about you and providing the support and resources you need to have a better quality of life. We shouldn't have to go through this life feeling distressed, alone, scared, or helpless. I have had the honor to work compassionately alongside clients impacted by cancer, grief, spiritual concerns, homelessness, trauma, oppression, marginalization, sexual violence and trafficking, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, body dysmorphia, body image and identity concerns, relationship and intimacy struggles, depression, anxiety, stress, shame, isolation, addiction and life transitions.
I am passionate about learning about you and providing the support and resources you need to have a better quality of life. We shouldn't have to go through this life feeling distressed, alone, scared, or helpless. I have had the honor to work compassionately alongside clients impacted by cancer, grief, spiritual concerns, homelessness, trauma, oppression, marginalization, sexual violence and trafficking, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, body dysmorphia, body image and identity concerns, relationship and intimacy struggles, depression, anxiety, stress, shame, isolation, addiction and life transitions.
Sarah Andrews
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
I am accepting new (daytime) clients at this time. My goal is to help others learn how they can develop peace, both with themselves and with their circumstances. I believe in client-specific techniques that empower individuals to develop the tools necessary to achieve emotional, relational, spiritual, and physical health and well-being.
I am accepting new (daytime) clients at this time. My goal is to help others learn how they can develop peace, both with themselves and with their circumstances. I believe in client-specific techniques that empower individuals to develop the tools necessary to achieve emotional, relational, spiritual, and physical health and well-being.
Tricia R. Yavitz
Counselor, LMHC, IADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
Sometimes life can be difficult, and we need a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space to work through our struggles. I provide therapy services to individuals and couples who are struggling with a variety of life challenges. Some of the issues that I focus on with clients are addiction, grief and loss, trauma, sexuality, anxiety and depression. I believe in meeting clients where they are at in their journey and take a collaborative approach with folks to obtain their desired growth and change.
Sometimes life can be difficult, and we need a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space to work through our struggles. I provide therapy services to individuals and couples who are struggling with a variety of life challenges. Some of the issues that I focus on with clients are addiction, grief and loss, trauma, sexuality, anxiety and depression. I believe in meeting clients where they are at in their journey and take a collaborative approach with folks to obtain their desired growth and change.
Ankeny Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
We have immediate openings at our Ankeny office. Our therapists are the most compassionate that you will find. We understand that the pressures in life, such as jobs, finances, marriages and other relationships can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, hopelessness and isolation. We have all had difficulties. We want to help you overcome these difficulties by listening to you and helping with solutions that can help you.
We have immediate openings at our Ankeny office. Our therapists are the most compassionate that you will find. We understand that the pressures in life, such as jobs, finances, marriages and other relationships can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, hopelessness and isolation. We have all had difficulties. We want to help you overcome these difficulties by listening to you and helping with solutions that can help you.
Terry Smith
Counselor, MS, t-LMHC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
We all have times in our lives when we could use a place to explore life’s challenges. Congratulations for taking the first steps toward making change. I am here to support you as you. I look forward to providing a safe, supportive space to accomplish your goals.
We all have times in our lives when we could use a place to explore life’s challenges. Congratulations for taking the first steps toward making change. I am here to support you as you. I look forward to providing a safe, supportive space to accomplish your goals.
Angie Appelgate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, CDWF
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
As a therapist and group facilitator, I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I provide a caring and supportive relationship to clients to help them grow and change in positive ways. I enjoy working with families to create more productive and supportive family dynamics. I love working with clients to help empower them to process and heal from adverse and traumatic life experiences, change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors, and explore and overcome shame messages that are keeping them from living a wholehearted life as well as foster hope and move towards more authentic living.
As a therapist and group facilitator, I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I provide a caring and supportive relationship to clients to help them grow and change in positive ways. I enjoy working with families to create more productive and supportive family dynamics. I love working with clients to help empower them to process and heal from adverse and traumatic life experiences, change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors, and explore and overcome shame messages that are keeping them from living a wholehearted life as well as foster hope and move towards more authentic living.
Talia Pulley
Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
Hello! I am excited you're shopping around trying to find a therapist that fits your needs. I could be that therapist for you. I believe we are all the experts in our lives! We just need someone to help us navigate our complex thoughts and ideas as we continue this journey. You deserve someone who will actively listen and validate your unique experiences. You also deserve someone who will challenge you while meeting you where you're at. Together you and I can foster a collaborative therapeutic relationship to make this therapeutic process more comfortable. I follow a holistic form of therapy, focusing on the mind, body, and soul.
Hello! I am excited you're shopping around trying to find a therapist that fits your needs. I could be that therapist for you. I believe we are all the experts in our lives! We just need someone to help us navigate our complex thoughts and ideas as we continue this journey. You deserve someone who will actively listen and validate your unique experiences. You also deserve someone who will challenge you while meeting you where you're at. Together you and I can foster a collaborative therapeutic relationship to make this therapeutic process more comfortable. I follow a holistic form of therapy, focusing on the mind, body, and soul.
Carolyn Hollister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
When we go through hard things in life it can have all kinds of effects on the way we feel about ourselves, our relationships and our life. Seeking therapy with a provider you can feel safe with and open up to can be one of the most beneficial and healing things we can do for ourselves. If you are struggling with emotions, thoughts or beliefs that you know are holding you back from living with a sense of well-being, I would like to help. I provide a holistic, compassionate, affirming space for you to explore and process your struggles so you can feel more peace and connection in your life.
When we go through hard things in life it can have all kinds of effects on the way we feel about ourselves, our relationships and our life. Seeking therapy with a provider you can feel safe with and open up to can be one of the most beneficial and healing things we can do for ourselves. If you are struggling with emotions, thoughts or beliefs that you know are holding you back from living with a sense of well-being, I would like to help. I provide a holistic, compassionate, affirming space for you to explore and process your struggles so you can feel more peace and connection in your life.
Erika Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
I am a clinical social worker providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults who are seeking a safe and welcoming environment. I believe therapy should be a collaborative approach to reaching goals and bettering your life. I value strong therapeutic relationships so that you may find it easier to trust and gain the skills you need. I want to help you strengthen your own self-awareness and see that therapy is a place for you to improve the steps you are taking to reach your goals.
I am a clinical social worker providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults who are seeking a safe and welcoming environment. I believe therapy should be a collaborative approach to reaching goals and bettering your life. I value strong therapeutic relationships so that you may find it easier to trust and gain the skills you need. I want to help you strengthen your own self-awareness and see that therapy is a place for you to improve the steps you are taking to reach your goals.
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What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.