Women's Issues Therapists in Burlington, IA
Do you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety, sadness, or self-doubt, no matter what you do? Is grief or relationship struggles impacting your confidence, motivation, and sense of self-worth? Are you having difficulty feeling understood by your partner or family?
Do you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety, sadness, or self-doubt, no matter what you do? Is grief or relationship struggles impacting your confidence, motivation, and sense of self-worth? Are you having difficulty feeling understood by your partner or family?
Stacie Kuster, LMSW Therapy Group, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Burlington, IA 52601
Thank you for considering me to help with your mental health needs. I have appointments available now! They will go quick, so please call 319-209-2084 to schedule. After we meet, I will tailor a treatment plan that is specific to your needs and therapy goals and help you discover a new path toward those goals. I will meet you where you are on your life's path and we will start from there. I look forward to meeting you and working with you!
Thank you for considering me to help with your mental health needs. I have appointments available now! They will go quick, so please call 319-209-2084 to schedule. After we meet, I will tailor a treatment plan that is specific to your needs and therapy goals and help you discover a new path toward those goals. I will meet you where you are on your life's path and we will start from there. I look forward to meeting you and working with you!
My ideal clients are parents, caregivers, and individuals navigating the complex intersections of family life, maternal wellness, and child development. I work with those who are in the midst of significant life transitions—whether that is adjusting to the demands of new parenthood, parenting a child with disabilities, managing the unique rhythms of a homeschooling household, or seeking a more balanced approach to their family’s emotional and physical health. I am particularly drawn to working with people who are looking for a collaborative, structured, and deeply empathetic partnership.
My ideal clients are parents, caregivers, and individuals navigating the complex intersections of family life, maternal wellness, and child development. I work with those who are in the midst of significant life transitions—whether that is adjusting to the demands of new parenthood, parenting a child with disabilities, managing the unique rhythms of a homeschooling household, or seeking a more balanced approach to their family’s emotional and physical health. I am particularly drawn to working with people who are looking for a collaborative, structured, and deeply empathetic partnership.
Life can be overwhelming at times, and it's okay to ask for help. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard and supported without judgment. My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life. Together, we will identify your strengths, explore what’s holding you back, and work toward meaningful and lasting change.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or relationship challenges, I’m here to help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and connection to yourself.
Life can be overwhelming at times, and it's okay to ask for help. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard and supported without judgment. My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert of your own life. Together, we will identify your strengths, explore what’s holding you back, and work toward meaningful and lasting change.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, or relationship challenges, I’m here to help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and connection to yourself.
I believe we all need the right support when it comes to making important changes in our lives, whether that’s improving health, changing careers or deciding to pursue healing from past trauma. My hope is to work with women who are ready and willing to consider what change would look like for them and then identify and execute the steps necessary to achieve it.
I believe we all need the right support when it comes to making important changes in our lives, whether that’s improving health, changing careers or deciding to pursue healing from past trauma. My hope is to work with women who are ready and willing to consider what change would look like for them and then identify and execute the steps necessary to achieve it.
At the core I am a trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and client‑centered approach. I strive to create a non‑judgmental, supportive environment where clients feel safe, respected, and empowered. I am committed to serving diverse and high‑need populations while continuing to grow and strengthen her skills within the mental health field.
At the core I am a trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and client‑centered approach. I strive to create a non‑judgmental, supportive environment where clients feel safe, respected, and empowered. I am committed to serving diverse and high‑need populations while continuing to grow and strengthen her skills within the mental health field.
Immediate openings for new clients! Do you feel overwhelmed by the world or your emotions? Have you endured trauma you hold in secret or repeat chaotic relationship cycles? Life can be brutal sometimes, and therapy shouldn’t make it harder. If you're tired of feeling misunderstood, unsupported, or burnt out, I'm here to help ease that burden. Together, we'll find new and healthier ways to relate to yourself and others, equipping you with coping strategies to help you get through this wild ride we call life. Life is hard enough - don’t fight through the pain and confusion alone. Please reach out - you deserve to live your best life!
Immediate openings for new clients! Do you feel overwhelmed by the world or your emotions? Have you endured trauma you hold in secret or repeat chaotic relationship cycles? Life can be brutal sometimes, and therapy shouldn’t make it harder. If you're tired of feeling misunderstood, unsupported, or burnt out, I'm here to help ease that burden. Together, we'll find new and healthier ways to relate to yourself and others, equipping you with coping strategies to help you get through this wild ride we call life. Life is hard enough - don’t fight through the pain and confusion alone. Please reach out - you deserve to live your best life!
There are times where life feels overwhelming. You may find yourself feeling anxious, stuck, frustrated or unsure of how you can move forward, but you do not have to navigate these challenges alone. I work with children, adolescents, and individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties, trauma-related concerns, self-esteem challenges, or life transitions. Individuals may come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to manage big emotions in healthy and effective ways, others may have difficulty expressing their feelings or finding consistent coping strategies that work in daily life.
There are times where life feels overwhelming. You may find yourself feeling anxious, stuck, frustrated or unsure of how you can move forward, but you do not have to navigate these challenges alone. I work with children, adolescents, and individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties, trauma-related concerns, self-esteem challenges, or life transitions. Individuals may come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to manage big emotions in healthy and effective ways, others may have difficulty expressing their feelings or finding consistent coping strategies that work in daily life.
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Hello! In addition to expertise on human behavior, having a wealth of life experience provides me with a level of sensitivity and empathy with others that brings a unique enrichment to the counseling experience. I am a bit unconventional, and provide a genuine and safe, nonjudgmental space as a guide on your personal growth journey. Practicing a holistic approach, I incorporate wellness of mind, body, and spirit into my work, fostering healing at a deeper level. I specialize in healing from narcissistic and relational abuse, relational trauma, codependency, trauma, and attachment wounds.
Hello! In addition to expertise on human behavior, having a wealth of life experience provides me with a level of sensitivity and empathy with others that brings a unique enrichment to the counseling experience. I am a bit unconventional, and provide a genuine and safe, nonjudgmental space as a guide on your personal growth journey. Practicing a holistic approach, I incorporate wellness of mind, body, and spirit into my work, fostering healing at a deeper level. I specialize in healing from narcissistic and relational abuse, relational trauma, codependency, trauma, and attachment wounds.
We all have struggles at some point in our lives and it can be a scary experience asking for help. My goal is to provide you with a safe and comfortable environment in which you can process what life has thrown at you, whether it be anxiety, anger, depression or stress. Or maybe you just need some help sorting through all the thoughts that are running through your head. Whatever it may be, my wish is to help you work through those struggles and meet your goals. Please call, text, or email me today!
We all have struggles at some point in our lives and it can be a scary experience asking for help. My goal is to provide you with a safe and comfortable environment in which you can process what life has thrown at you, whether it be anxiety, anger, depression or stress. Or maybe you just need some help sorting through all the thoughts that are running through your head. Whatever it may be, my wish is to help you work through those struggles and meet your goals. Please call, text, or email me today!
Life can feel hard, you feel stuck, no matter what you do. Maybe your child is having a lot of big emotions, taking over. Having a difficult time expressing them to get needs met. Getting out the door to school or activities just does not seem to go as planned. Fears and worries are taking over, and your sweet child just isn't themselves. You want your motto to be "A happy, healthy family" and yet it feels like it just doesn't quite get there. Thoughts of "How do I help this little person, be the best them and our family be the best us?" Sweet parents/caregivers, you and your little one(s) are amazing and I am so glad you found me!
Life can feel hard, you feel stuck, no matter what you do. Maybe your child is having a lot of big emotions, taking over. Having a difficult time expressing them to get needs met. Getting out the door to school or activities just does not seem to go as planned. Fears and worries are taking over, and your sweet child just isn't themselves. You want your motto to be "A happy, healthy family" and yet it feels like it just doesn't quite get there. Thoughts of "How do I help this little person, be the best them and our family be the best us?" Sweet parents/caregivers, you and your little one(s) are amazing and I am so glad you found me!
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, experiencing heightened emotions, or struggling in your relationships? You don't have to navigate it alone. I provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can better understand yourself, heal from painful experiences, and create lasting change.
For over 25 years, I have provided therapy to individuals, couples, and families to move towards greater peace, resilience, and connection. I draw from evidence-based and experiential therapies—including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma-Focused CBT, mindfulness, and somatic practices—to meet your unique needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, experiencing heightened emotions, or struggling in your relationships? You don't have to navigate it alone. I provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can better understand yourself, heal from painful experiences, and create lasting change.
For over 25 years, I have provided therapy to individuals, couples, and families to move towards greater peace, resilience, and connection. I draw from evidence-based and experiential therapies—including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma-Focused CBT, mindfulness, and somatic practices—to meet your unique needs.
I have many years of experience working with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I enjoy working with couples who want to improve their relationship, parents and their children who are having difficulty getting along, and individuals who may be struggling in their lives and have a desire for personal growth.
I have many years of experience working with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I enjoy working with couples who want to improve their relationship, parents and their children who are having difficulty getting along, and individuals who may be struggling in their lives and have a desire for personal growth.
Aurora Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Dawn Keith, LMHC, is a trauma therapist and the owner of Aurora Counseling and Wellness. She is dedicated to helping clients heal from trauma, cultivate self-love and acceptance, and build a life worth living.
Dawn specializes in evidence-based, trauma-focused approaches, including EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and trauma-informed Hypnotherapy. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in developing skills for emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Dawn Keith, LMHC, is a trauma therapist and the owner of Aurora Counseling and Wellness. She is dedicated to helping clients heal from trauma, cultivate self-love and acceptance, and build a life worth living.
Dawn specializes in evidence-based, trauma-focused approaches, including EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and trauma-informed Hypnotherapy. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in developing skills for emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
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Looking to feel confident in your choices as a person and/or parent and connected to the people in your life? Wishing life came with instruction manuals? Looking to gain more control over your emotional reactions and feelings of worry? I can help. Therapy is a place where you can work to understand yourself, feel seen and be heard. Together, in a safe space we can work on making mindset shifts, building self-acceptance and developing positive coping mechanisms and setting and working towards your goals. I also have extensive experience working with young child and partnering with parents offering guidance and support.
Looking to feel confident in your choices as a person and/or parent and connected to the people in your life? Wishing life came with instruction manuals? Looking to gain more control over your emotional reactions and feelings of worry? I can help. Therapy is a place where you can work to understand yourself, feel seen and be heard. Together, in a safe space we can work on making mindset shifts, building self-acceptance and developing positive coping mechanisms and setting and working towards your goals. I also have extensive experience working with young child and partnering with parents offering guidance and support.
Accepting new clients! I'm offering a special pricing to new clients as I work towards my clinical mental health licensure in Iowa. Only $30 per session!
Whether you're working through anxiety, grief, burnout, or life transitions, we’ll focus on practical steps rooted in your core values and goals. With 13 years of experience in mental health, I believe my role is to walk beside you with empathy, insight, and compassion as we navigate life’s challenges together. I'm here to offer support, clarity, and guidance tailored to your unique journey.
Accepting new clients! I'm offering a special pricing to new clients as I work towards my clinical mental health licensure in Iowa. Only $30 per session!
Whether you're working through anxiety, grief, burnout, or life transitions, we’ll focus on practical steps rooted in your core values and goals. With 13 years of experience in mental health, I believe my role is to walk beside you with empathy, insight, and compassion as we navigate life’s challenges together. I'm here to offer support, clarity, and guidance tailored to your unique journey.
The challenges in life are seemingly endless and aren't meant to be experienced alone. It is my honor and privilege to be with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate all facets of life’s stages and transitions. The decision to begin therapy is a brave and bold step toward personal growth and healing, and I am proud of you for taking the step! I believe in the healing power of human connections and relationships built upon authenticity, safety, trust and compassion. I am passionate about improving the overall human experience!
The challenges in life are seemingly endless and aren't meant to be experienced alone. It is my honor and privilege to be with individuals, couples, and families as they navigate all facets of life’s stages and transitions. The decision to begin therapy is a brave and bold step toward personal growth and healing, and I am proud of you for taking the step! I believe in the healing power of human connections and relationships built upon authenticity, safety, trust and compassion. I am passionate about improving the overall human experience!
Are you seeking to enhance personal growth in various dimensions of your life? Together we will identify and practice strategies to improve skills in emotional identification & regulation, soothing & reducing anxiety, mood stabilization, value-aligned decision making, cultivating a clearer view of self and repair & improve relationships. My approach is compassion centered using evidence based approaches including trauma-focused CBT, ACT, DBT, CPT, ERP, mindfulness-based and somatic therapies and others.
Are you seeking to enhance personal growth in various dimensions of your life? Together we will identify and practice strategies to improve skills in emotional identification & regulation, soothing & reducing anxiety, mood stabilization, value-aligned decision making, cultivating a clearer view of self and repair & improve relationships. My approach is compassion centered using evidence based approaches including trauma-focused CBT, ACT, DBT, CPT, ERP, mindfulness-based and somatic therapies and others.
Accepting New CLIENTS! Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself? Perhaps you’re carrying the weight of past trauma or navigating the overwhelming transitions of motherhood. It can feel lonely, frustrating, and at times, impossible to find your way back to a sense of peace and self-acceptance. I want you to know this: you don’t have to face these challenges alone. We’ll work together to heal emotional wounds, rebuild your confidence, and help you find clarity and balance to show up more fully and with a sense of vitality in your life.
Accepting New CLIENTS! Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself? Perhaps you’re carrying the weight of past trauma or navigating the overwhelming transitions of motherhood. It can feel lonely, frustrating, and at times, impossible to find your way back to a sense of peace and self-acceptance. I want you to know this: you don’t have to face these challenges alone. We’ll work together to heal emotional wounds, rebuild your confidence, and help you find clarity and balance to show up more fully and with a sense of vitality in your life.
I take trust seriously because it’s the engine of real change. I’m direct, deeply present, and I won’t waste your time. I don’t sugarcoat, I don’t bullshit, and I will call you out when patterns keep you stuck—because staying stuck costs more than honesty.
I take trust seriously because it’s the engine of real change. I’m direct, deeply present, and I won’t waste your time. I don’t sugarcoat, I don’t bullshit, and I will call you out when patterns keep you stuck—because staying stuck costs more than honesty.
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How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.