Therapists in Black Hawk County, IA
Hi, I’m Kim Stires and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I’ve been a therapist for 12 years & specialize in helping adults manage stress, anxiety, & depression. I have extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction & often use these tools in sessions. In therapy we can focus on how thinking affects how we feel & act while working on changing unhelpful thinking patterns. I also enjoy teaching & practicing mindfulness skills like deep breathing, body scan, & gentle movement which can help you develop self-awareness, cognitive flexibility & regulate emotions.
Hi, I’m Kim Stires and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I’ve been a therapist for 12 years & specialize in helping adults manage stress, anxiety, & depression. I have extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction & often use these tools in sessions. In therapy we can focus on how thinking affects how we feel & act while working on changing unhelpful thinking patterns. I also enjoy teaching & practicing mindfulness skills like deep breathing, body scan, & gentle movement which can help you develop self-awareness, cognitive flexibility & regulate emotions.
Are you looking to live a more empowered, grounded and authentic life? As a mental health counselor invested in your process, goals and success, I bring a nonjudgmental and accepting presence to the therapy room, meeting you where you are at, and gently guiding you in the work of bolstering your existing skillset while adding to it. Examination of the self is a necessary component for anyone seeking change, and I recognize your courageousness in making this commitment.
Are you looking to live a more empowered, grounded and authentic life? As a mental health counselor invested in your process, goals and success, I bring a nonjudgmental and accepting presence to the therapy room, meeting you where you are at, and gently guiding you in the work of bolstering your existing skillset while adding to it. Examination of the self is a necessary component for anyone seeking change, and I recognize your courageousness in making this commitment.
Welcome, you have made the first step in beginning your therapy journey. Life can feel so heavy at times. Everyone’s challenges are different, but you are not alone. Therapy is a powerhouse that can provide a safe space to unload your thoughts, fears, and overall dreams. All hardships look different- whether you are preparing to process past or current trauma, finding your purpose, or attempting to find your true authentic self. YOU are in the right place. My name is Alycia. I have over 15 years of experience as a mental health professional.
Welcome, you have made the first step in beginning your therapy journey. Life can feel so heavy at times. Everyone’s challenges are different, but you are not alone. Therapy is a powerhouse that can provide a safe space to unload your thoughts, fears, and overall dreams. All hardships look different- whether you are preparing to process past or current trauma, finding your purpose, or attempting to find your true authentic self. YOU are in the right place. My name is Alycia. I have over 15 years of experience as a mental health professional.
I am a bilingual Spanish/English mental health counselor who understands that talking about how you really think or feel is not easy, and sometimes can be scary. Opening up to a stranger takes courage, and I know that taking that first step can be difficult. You might doubt that things can get better, that’s why I want to provide you that space where you feel comfortable and where you can be you. Choosing a therapist is not an easy process, I am committed to developing our therapeutic relationship.
I am a bilingual Spanish/English mental health counselor who understands that talking about how you really think or feel is not easy, and sometimes can be scary. Opening up to a stranger takes courage, and I know that taking that first step can be difficult. You might doubt that things can get better, that’s why I want to provide you that space where you feel comfortable and where you can be you. Choosing a therapist is not an easy process, I am committed to developing our therapeutic relationship.
Katie is passionate about mental health and wellness for all. She uses a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to create a space where individuals and families are able to experience a sense of safety and connection. Building on these experiences, Katie aims to help individuals understand their own strengths, needs and agency for change. With families, Katie incorporates brain development and attachment theory to build a working alliance with families to identify the specific needs of their child. Katie aims to help families experience connection, attunement and enjoyment as tools to improve and strengthen relationships.
Katie is passionate about mental health and wellness for all. She uses a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to create a space where individuals and families are able to experience a sense of safety and connection. Building on these experiences, Katie aims to help individuals understand their own strengths, needs and agency for change. With families, Katie incorporates brain development and attachment theory to build a working alliance with families to identify the specific needs of their child. Katie aims to help families experience connection, attunement and enjoyment as tools to improve and strengthen relationships.
Hey there, friend. I heard you're looking for a therapist. If you want someone who provides a safe space, but also challenges you when you need it, then we're probably a great fit. I love working with people ready for honest conversations, even when it's super uncomfortable. I want to work together with you to explore that heavy stuff, always with empathy and realness, to help you grow and find the positive changes that you're looking for. And hey, do you like coffee or tea? Me too. Let's pour a cup and dive into this crazy thing called life.
Hey there, friend. I heard you're looking for a therapist. If you want someone who provides a safe space, but also challenges you when you need it, then we're probably a great fit. I love working with people ready for honest conversations, even when it's super uncomfortable. I want to work together with you to explore that heavy stuff, always with empathy and realness, to help you grow and find the positive changes that you're looking for. And hey, do you like coffee or tea? Me too. Let's pour a cup and dive into this crazy thing called life.
Your session time is your time to work through anything you want, at your own pace, without judgement. We all walk a unique path in this life and I will always support your individuality and what you want your life to look like, regardless of societal ideas of what that should be. I absolutely love celebrating successes with those I work with, and I enjoy seeing people’s faces light up with pride in their achievements. Seeing a person grow before your eyes is an amazing thing. That said, everything isn’t always rainbows.
Your session time is your time to work through anything you want, at your own pace, without judgement. We all walk a unique path in this life and I will always support your individuality and what you want your life to look like, regardless of societal ideas of what that should be. I absolutely love celebrating successes with those I work with, and I enjoy seeing people’s faces light up with pride in their achievements. Seeing a person grow before your eyes is an amazing thing. That said, everything isn’t always rainbows.
Accepting New Clients I have experience working with children, adolescents, and parents dealing with anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, parent/child conflict, coping with divorce, and other life stressors. My goal is to provide an open, non-judgemental, safe, and creative space where clients can feel free to express themselves. I enjoy working with clients to create and work on goals by using a variety of theraputic modalities and evidence-based techniques like Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Play therapy, Sandtray therapy, and Art therapy to meet the needs of each individual.
Accepting New Clients I have experience working with children, adolescents, and parents dealing with anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, parent/child conflict, coping with divorce, and other life stressors. My goal is to provide an open, non-judgemental, safe, and creative space where clients can feel free to express themselves. I enjoy working with clients to create and work on goals by using a variety of theraputic modalities and evidence-based techniques like Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Play therapy, Sandtray therapy, and Art therapy to meet the needs of each individual.
Have you drifted away from the closeness you used to have in your relationship or even started to resent each other? I use my training to help people connect deeply and learn to appreciate and enjoy each other again. Do you feel overwhelmed by multiple responsibilities and stresses? Have you lost touch with yourself? I can help you learn to manage your responsibilities, reduce stress, take better care of yourself, and increase enjoyment in life again.
Have you drifted away from the closeness you used to have in your relationship or even started to resent each other? I use my training to help people connect deeply and learn to appreciate and enjoy each other again. Do you feel overwhelmed by multiple responsibilities and stresses? Have you lost touch with yourself? I can help you learn to manage your responsibilities, reduce stress, take better care of yourself, and increase enjoyment in life again.
My name is Whitney Anderson (she/her) and I am a LMHC providing individual & family therapy with Affinity Therapy & Counseling. My passion is helping children, adolescents, teens, young adults & families reach their full potential by making sure they have the tools they need to be successful. I am happy to accompany you and/or your child in your journey in dealing with varying issues which could include, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, anger management, struggles at school, trauma, self-esteem, identity, grief, divorce, family conflict, etc.
My name is Whitney Anderson (she/her) and I am a LMHC providing individual & family therapy with Affinity Therapy & Counseling. My passion is helping children, adolescents, teens, young adults & families reach their full potential by making sure they have the tools they need to be successful. I am happy to accompany you and/or your child in your journey in dealing with varying issues which could include, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, anger management, struggles at school, trauma, self-esteem, identity, grief, divorce, family conflict, etc.
I strive to empower individuals and help others achieve their goals through insight and developing personal strengths. I believe developing healthy relationships, finding life balance, and restoring an individual's inner world is vital in establishing one's overall well-being. Everyone goes through challenges and hardships in life. I respect how difficult it is to ask for help and receive support during these times. Building a therapeutic rapport, creating a safe place in the counseling process, and respecting every individual's life journey is important to me.
I strive to empower individuals and help others achieve their goals through insight and developing personal strengths. I believe developing healthy relationships, finding life balance, and restoring an individual's inner world is vital in establishing one's overall well-being. Everyone goes through challenges and hardships in life. I respect how difficult it is to ask for help and receive support during these times. Building a therapeutic rapport, creating a safe place in the counseling process, and respecting every individual's life journey is important to me.
Meet Our Therapists
Kenzie Flot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Not accepting new clients
I'm so glad you have reached out for help. I'd love to meet with you to help look at your goals and how we can make a plan to achieve them. I truly believe we all can benefit from therapy at certain times during our lives. You don't have to wait until you are miserable or barely able to function to schedule an appointment.
I'm so glad you have reached out for help. I'd love to meet with you to help look at your goals and how we can make a plan to achieve them. I truly believe we all can benefit from therapy at certain times during our lives. You don't have to wait until you are miserable or barely able to function to schedule an appointment.
Inspire Mental Health Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Let’s face it—Life is HARD! For many of us the pressures of the world are often times overwhelming, and we are living each day just trying to keep our head above water. Some of us are in crisis, some of us are struggling, some of us are surviving the daily pressures of living. But what if we could be thriving? What would that look like? Where do we begin?
Let’s face it—Life is HARD! For many of us the pressures of the world are often times overwhelming, and we are living each day just trying to keep our head above water. Some of us are in crisis, some of us are struggling, some of us are surviving the daily pressures of living. But what if we could be thriving? What would that look like? Where do we begin?
Hi, I’m Allison. I received my master's from the University of Northern Iowa’s trauma-informed program and have worked in the field as an advocate for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. I am especially passionate about working with these populations and others such as survivors of abuse, violence, family trauma, and experience with the child welfare system. I also enjoy working with couples and working through conflicts to meet your goals individually and together. Experiencing abuse, violence, and trauma can look and feel different for everyone, sometimes making it hard to trust others and open up.
Hi, I’m Allison. I received my master's from the University of Northern Iowa’s trauma-informed program and have worked in the field as an advocate for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. I am especially passionate about working with these populations and others such as survivors of abuse, violence, family trauma, and experience with the child welfare system. I also enjoy working with couples and working through conflicts to meet your goals individually and together. Experiencing abuse, violence, and trauma can look and feel different for everyone, sometimes making it hard to trust others and open up.
Jennifer Cormaney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Hello! I’m Jenn. As a therapist, I think it's amazing when my clients choose to work through their biggest worries and difficult moments and how brave they are to do so. I am passionate about having therapy be a safe space, where I can support your healing and your values. Your mental health does not define who you are. Instead, your vulnerability will help you develop your full potential.
Hello! I’m Jenn. As a therapist, I think it's amazing when my clients choose to work through their biggest worries and difficult moments and how brave they are to do so. I am passionate about having therapy be a safe space, where I can support your healing and your values. Your mental health does not define who you are. Instead, your vulnerability will help you develop your full potential.
Emily Burke
Mental Health Counselor, tLMHC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
As your counselor, it's my goal to ensure that you have a safe space to bring any feelings and challenges that you might be experiencing. I strongly believe that the therapeutic experience is different for each client, and that your experiences and stories are unique to you. You're the expert in your own life. In therapy, I like to use a person centered approach, meaning I want to meet you where you are at, and allow you to have a an active role in your treatment. Once we have developed a relationship and established goals, we can create a treatment plan that feels right for you.
As your counselor, it's my goal to ensure that you have a safe space to bring any feelings and challenges that you might be experiencing. I strongly believe that the therapeutic experience is different for each client, and that your experiences and stories are unique to you. You're the expert in your own life. In therapy, I like to use a person centered approach, meaning I want to meet you where you are at, and allow you to have a an active role in your treatment. Once we have developed a relationship and established goals, we can create a treatment plan that feels right for you.
I have a lot of experience in school and community settings working with children, teens, and adults. I believe that you are the expert on your life and see my role as walking alongside you to help gain different perspectives, insight, and learn skills to navigate life more effectively. Every person's story is unique, so I don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach to therapy. I take the time to get to know you and your background in order to identify the best approach, using an extensive "toolbox" of techniques and approaches.
I have a lot of experience in school and community settings working with children, teens, and adults. I believe that you are the expert on your life and see my role as walking alongside you to help gain different perspectives, insight, and learn skills to navigate life more effectively. Every person's story is unique, so I don't believe in a "one size fits all" approach to therapy. I take the time to get to know you and your background in order to identify the best approach, using an extensive "toolbox" of techniques and approaches.
Gus Raymond
Counselor, NCC, TLMHC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I focus on marginalized populations and am versed in multicultural counseling. It's been a rough couple of years, and this one harder than most. So many of us are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and cast out. Suddenly, you might have noticed those bottles of wine going faster, your temper growing shorter, and the stress piling up. Everyone needs something from you, but you've given so much already and aren't sure where to refill yourself. Trans and LGBQ+ clients are my primary focus. Or/and perhaps you are a member of additional marginalized identities and facing additional stresses or obstacles in our society. Self-care IS activism.
I focus on marginalized populations and am versed in multicultural counseling. It's been a rough couple of years, and this one harder than most. So many of us are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and cast out. Suddenly, you might have noticed those bottles of wine going faster, your temper growing shorter, and the stress piling up. Everyone needs something from you, but you've given so much already and aren't sure where to refill yourself. Trans and LGBQ+ clients are my primary focus. Or/and perhaps you are a member of additional marginalized identities and facing additional stresses or obstacles in our society. Self-care IS activism.
Everyone has their own journey, their own story to tell and I want my office to be a sacred space where you get to share yours. The space will be filled with compassion, action, learning (for both of us) and hopefully some laughter. I hope you will allow me the privilege to join you, as you become the hero of your own story.
Everyone has their own journey, their own story to tell and I want my office to be a sacred space where you get to share yours. The space will be filled with compassion, action, learning (for both of us) and hopefully some laughter. I hope you will allow me the privilege to join you, as you become the hero of your own story.
I am an experienced mental health therapist dedicated to helping people become the best, healthiest versions of themselves. I have worked private practice and community based mental health and crisis and have worked with a wide variety of people in all stages and walks of life.
I am an experienced mental health therapist dedicated to helping people become the best, healthiest versions of themselves. I have worked private practice and community based mental health and crisis and have worked with a wide variety of people in all stages and walks of life.
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Number of Therapists in Black Hawk County, IA
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Black Hawk County, IA who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 72% | Self Esteem |
| 72% | Stress |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Coping Skills |
| 67% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 78% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
| 68% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 61% | Wellmark BCBS |
How Therapists in Black Hawk County, IA see their clients
| 72% | In Person and Online | |
| 28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 85% | Female | |
| 14% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |