Therapists in Charles City, IA

Rae Lynne Chase
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified
Charles City, IA 50616
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW). I have worked in the social work field for 12 years and have been providing therapy services for the last 6 years. I am committed to providing a safe space for clients to talk through their life’s challenges, transitions, and adverse experiences. I trust my clients are experts in their own lives and give them the opportunity to challenge deeply held beliefs that may no longer help them in their present lives.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW). I have worked in the social work field for 12 years and have been providing therapy services for the last 6 years. I am committed to providing a safe space for clients to talk through their life’s challenges, transitions, and adverse experiences. I trust my clients are experts in their own lives and give them the opportunity to challenge deeply held beliefs that may no longer help them in their present lives.

Julie Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Charles City, IA 50616
I am a Licensed Independent Level Social Worker (LISW). I have been involved in the human service field for 28 years and have been providing therapy services for 18 years. I have a varied background with experience in corrections, in-home family therapy, mental health emergency evaluations and community mental health. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, domestic violence victims, people struggling with parenting issues, chronic mental illness, depression and anxiety.
I am a Licensed Independent Level Social Worker (LISW). I have been involved in the human service field for 28 years and have been providing therapy services for 18 years. I have a varied background with experience in corrections, in-home family therapy, mental health emergency evaluations and community mental health. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, domestic violence victims, people struggling with parenting issues, chronic mental illness, depression and anxiety.

Brad D Hjelmeland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, IADC
Verified
Charles City, IA 50616
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Independent Level Social Worker (LISW) and certified substance abuse counselor (IADC). I have been providing therapy since 2009, working in community mental health and hospital settings. I am able to work with individuals struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, and parenting issues.
I am a Licensed Independent Level Social Worker (LISW) and certified substance abuse counselor (IADC). I have been providing therapy since 2009, working in community mental health and hospital settings. I am able to work with individuals struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, and parenting issues.

Sherry Post
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC, MS
Verified
Charles City, IA 50616
I come to work each day with the same goal: To make a difference in the lives of others. My approach to therapy is to get to know each client I serve and build an individual treatment plan that helps them achieve their goals and thrive. My office is a safe space where you can feel comfortable opening up and finding the skills that are the best fit for you. It’s my belief that personal awareness is key to bringing forth change. The more you are aware of your feelings and thoughts, the more you can make a change. Together, let’s take the steps you need to make a positive change in your life.
I come to work each day with the same goal: To make a difference in the lives of others. My approach to therapy is to get to know each client I serve and build an individual treatment plan that helps them achieve their goals and thrive. My office is a safe space where you can feel comfortable opening up and finding the skills that are the best fit for you. It’s my belief that personal awareness is key to bringing forth change. The more you are aware of your feelings and thoughts, the more you can make a change. Together, let’s take the steps you need to make a positive change in your life.
Online Therapists

Annette Shipley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Ames, IA 50010
The ideal client is one that can be open to trusting the process of diving deeper in getting to know oneself. Sometimes, this does not happen right away, but the first step is to be open to trying. As a therapist, it is my job to earn your trust, and once that is accomplished, then the next steps can start. I am inspired by peace, compassion, and respect. I am energized by people who still want to dream and know that it's never too late. If a client has lost their belief in dreaming and hoping, then it's my job to invite the client back into that possibility.
The ideal client is one that can be open to trusting the process of diving deeper in getting to know oneself. Sometimes, this does not happen right away, but the first step is to be open to trying. As a therapist, it is my job to earn your trust, and once that is accomplished, then the next steps can start. I am inspired by peace, compassion, and respect. I am energized by people who still want to dream and know that it's never too late. If a client has lost their belief in dreaming and hoping, then it's my job to invite the client back into that possibility.

Erin Duncan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Waitlist for new clients
Asking for help may be one of the hardest things that you do in your life, congratulations to you, on taking this courageous first step towards getting help with whatever you may be struggling with. I am passionate about this work and consider it an honor to sit with others and bear witness to all aspects of their healing journeys. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is essential to one’s success in therapy and I am committed to honoring everyone’s unique family dynamics, community, culture, ethnicity, age, and gender.
Asking for help may be one of the hardest things that you do in your life, congratulations to you, on taking this courageous first step towards getting help with whatever you may be struggling with. I am passionate about this work and consider it an honor to sit with others and bear witness to all aspects of their healing journeys. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is essential to one’s success in therapy and I am committed to honoring everyone’s unique family dynamics, community, culture, ethnicity, age, and gender.

Melissa A Kress
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
When faced with overwhelming anxiety, depression or other mental health needs, it is hard to know where to turn at times. Talking to your family, friends or co-workers helps, sometimes, but you want to feel safe, free to say what's on your mind without feeling judged. Perhaps you are or have been traumatized at some time in your life and you just can't seem to get the confidence to be your own person. Seeking a therapist can be scary, and feel like a huge task, but it does not have to be when you have the right person to guide you through the forest to achieve your best self.
When faced with overwhelming anxiety, depression or other mental health needs, it is hard to know where to turn at times. Talking to your family, friends or co-workers helps, sometimes, but you want to feel safe, free to say what's on your mind without feeling judged. Perhaps you are or have been traumatized at some time in your life and you just can't seem to get the confidence to be your own person. Seeking a therapist can be scary, and feel like a huge task, but it does not have to be when you have the right person to guide you through the forest to achieve your best self.

Nate Moline
Counselor, MA, tLMHC
Verified
Grinnell, IA 50112
Clients I work with seek a better understanding of how stressful life experiences effect their mental, emotional and relationship health. These difficulties are often recognized as increased anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with daily tasks, sleep disruption, situational avoidance, crisis and trauma, relationship/intimacy stress, changes in eating, energy, and activity. Clients seek support to learn how to cope with identity, intimacy, connection and communication difficulties. Treatment goals are designed with a person centered, integrative focus to bridge mental and emotional health with lifestyle wellness.
Clients I work with seek a better understanding of how stressful life experiences effect their mental, emotional and relationship health. These difficulties are often recognized as increased anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with daily tasks, sleep disruption, situational avoidance, crisis and trauma, relationship/intimacy stress, changes in eating, energy, and activity. Clients seek support to learn how to cope with identity, intimacy, connection and communication difficulties. Treatment goals are designed with a person centered, integrative focus to bridge mental and emotional health with lifestyle wellness.

Kalen D Zeiger
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, tLMFT, CCTP, CFTP
Verified
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Are you queer? Do you have a queer family member, partner, or kid? I provide queer & gender-affirming, neurodiverse-validating mental healthcare; WPATH-based psychosocial assessments & letters of support; & mental health support to individuals, couples/partners, parents, and families like yours who may be struggling with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, or adjustment and who are often navigating confusing & less than accepting social & care scenarios. Have you experienced trauma? Unfortunately, those who are LGBTQIA+ are more likely to have trauma. I help clients like you manage and process trauma so you can move forward.
Are you queer? Do you have a queer family member, partner, or kid? I provide queer & gender-affirming, neurodiverse-validating mental healthcare; WPATH-based psychosocial assessments & letters of support; & mental health support to individuals, couples/partners, parents, and families like yours who may be struggling with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, or adjustment and who are often navigating confusing & less than accepting social & care scenarios. Have you experienced trauma? Unfortunately, those who are LGBTQIA+ are more likely to have trauma. I help clients like you manage and process trauma so you can move forward.

Bailey Clasen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Change can be scary. It can also be beautiful, and, we know that change is inevitable. If you've found yourself considering some potential changes for your life, or are in the midst of navigating an unexpected change, I'd be happy to support you. Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space to process thoughts and feelings, to help us gain insight about ourselves, or to create meaning out of difficult experiences. Whatever the circumstance may be - you don't have to figure it out on your own.
Change can be scary. It can also be beautiful, and, we know that change is inevitable. If you've found yourself considering some potential changes for your life, or are in the midst of navigating an unexpected change, I'd be happy to support you. Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space to process thoughts and feelings, to help us gain insight about ourselves, or to create meaning out of difficult experiences. Whatever the circumstance may be - you don't have to figure it out on your own.

Lisa Witter
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Ames, IA 50010
I am a therapist and licensed counselor in Ames, IA with a few current openings mid-mornings. My specialty is working with women ages 18 on up. We will work together to help you overcome anxiety, depression, achieve personal goals and explore identity questions. Learn effective strategies a stronger inner guidance. You'll be able to feel peaceful, creative and connected through challenges. Enjoy better relationships, confidence and overall vitality. I also offer parent coaching for families with children ages 2-25. Contact me, or sign up on my website, for your free initial consultation.
I am a therapist and licensed counselor in Ames, IA with a few current openings mid-mornings. My specialty is working with women ages 18 on up. We will work together to help you overcome anxiety, depression, achieve personal goals and explore identity questions. Learn effective strategies a stronger inner guidance. You'll be able to feel peaceful, creative and connected through challenges. Enjoy better relationships, confidence and overall vitality. I also offer parent coaching for families with children ages 2-25. Contact me, or sign up on my website, for your free initial consultation.

Kate Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Anamosa, IA 52205 (Online Only)
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.
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.

Keli Hagen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, PLLC
Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
** NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ** Therapy is the gift of time and healing you give yourself and your relationships. My approach to therapy is integrative; my style is interactive, warm, and supportive. I walk along individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life stage transition. I also work with couples who need help to repair their relationship and feel close again. We all struggle from time to time; life can be much easier when we have someone to walk with us through the difficult times. *** Only accepting BC/BS, UHC, and Aetna at this time. ***
** NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ** Therapy is the gift of time and healing you give yourself and your relationships. My approach to therapy is integrative; my style is interactive, warm, and supportive. I walk along individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life stage transition. I also work with couples who need help to repair their relationship and feel close again. We all struggle from time to time; life can be much easier when we have someone to walk with us through the difficult times. *** Only accepting BC/BS, UHC, and Aetna at this time. ***

Dawn Marie Richard
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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. As a former army medic I hope veterans will feel they can get relief knowing that I am a battle buddy that can help them get unstuck. Like many veterans I bring a wealth of knowledge of other cultures life experiences.
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. As a former army medic I hope veterans will feel they can get relief knowing that I am a battle buddy that can help them get unstuck. Like many veterans I bring a wealth of knowledge of other cultures life experiences.

Susan Letsch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50014
Susan is committed to developing therapeutic relationships and assisting others. She believes in using a collaborative approach to help others reach their goals through individual, couples, and/or family therapy. Focuses include general mental health, depression, anxiety, individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, communication, personality disorders, trauma, and LGBTQIA+.
Susan is committed to developing therapeutic relationships and assisting others. She believes in using a collaborative approach to help others reach their goals through individual, couples, and/or family therapy. Focuses include general mental health, depression, anxiety, individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, communication, personality disorders, trauma, and LGBTQIA+.

Carlie Dellmann
Mental Health Counselor, MA, tLMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Immediate availability for new clients! The decision to start therapy for yourself or your child can be an overwhelming, daunting task. My hope is that this information will ease some of those fears and empower you to make the decision that is best for you. I will work with you collaboratively to create therapeutic goals and to develop the skills to achieve them. I hope to provide room for you to explore both your difficulties along with your strengths and achievements.
Immediate availability for new clients! The decision to start therapy for yourself or your child can be an overwhelming, daunting task. My hope is that this information will ease some of those fears and empower you to make the decision that is best for you. I will work with you collaboratively to create therapeutic goals and to develop the skills to achieve them. I hope to provide room for you to explore both your difficulties along with your strengths and achievements.

Presley Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Waitlist for new clients
I strongly believe that people are not meant to navigate through life alone. Whether you're dealing with a difficult situation or just managing your day-to-day life, we all need a safe and supportive space to process, navigate, heal, and grow. As a therapist, I strive to create such an environment where you are met with compassion and understanding, and without judgement.
I strongly believe that people are not meant to navigate through life alone. Whether you're dealing with a difficult situation or just managing your day-to-day life, we all need a safe and supportive space to process, navigate, heal, and grow. As a therapist, I strive to create such an environment where you are met with compassion and understanding, and without judgement.

Health Hope Harmony
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC
Verified
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Health - At every size, every weight, every shape. Culture tells us to change the outside, but wellness comes from inside. We go beyond the food and beyond the scale, addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma to create lasting change. Exploring past and current relationships with yourself and with food allows us the opportunity to change how you look at things and finally feel comfortable in your own skin.
Health - At every size, every weight, every shape. Culture tells us to change the outside, but wellness comes from inside. We go beyond the food and beyond the scale, addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma to create lasting change. Exploring past and current relationships with yourself and with food allows us the opportunity to change how you look at things and finally feel comfortable in your own skin.

Lisa Heatherly Conner
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
I enjoy helping each client find his or her individual strengths with a holistic approach to counseling focusing on the social, physical, mental, emotional, sexual, and spiritual welfare of each client. I use a person-centered approach where each client and I collaborate to develop a plan to address individual counseling needs in a supportive environment.
I enjoy helping each client find his or her individual strengths with a holistic approach to counseling focusing on the social, physical, mental, emotional, sexual, and spiritual welfare of each client. I use a person-centered approach where each client and I collaborate to develop a plan to address individual counseling needs in a supportive environment.

Andrew Beer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified
Marion, IA 52302
Waitlist for new clients
Small Waitlist Currently: My passion as a therapist is to help guide you or your loved ones toward desired growth and help manage hardships life throws your way. I have experience working with adoption, ADHD, anxiety, autism, attachment concerns, behavioral problems, college students, Conduct Disorder, depression, families, foster-care, low self-esteem, ODD, self-harm and suicidal ideation, social skills, and trauma. I enjoy working with these populations individually, in the family setting, and group therapy.
Small Waitlist Currently: My passion as a therapist is to help guide you or your loved ones toward desired growth and help manage hardships life throws your way. I have experience working with adoption, ADHD, anxiety, autism, attachment concerns, behavioral problems, college students, Conduct Disorder, depression, families, foster-care, low self-esteem, ODD, self-harm and suicidal ideation, social skills, and trauma. I enjoy working with these populations individually, in the family setting, and group therapy.
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Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.