Women's Issues Therapists in Clinton, IA
If you've landed here, chances are something has felt off for a while.
Maybe you've been managing — juggling work, relationships, family, and your own inner world — but lately the juggling feels less like a skill and more like a survival strategy. Maybe you have made a decision to make a change, or a shift in your life has happened and you're sitting with a mix of relief and overwhelm, wondering what it actually means for your life. Maybe you just know, deep down, that you're ready to stop white-knuckling it and start building something that actually works.
That's what I'm here for.
If you've landed here, chances are something has felt off for a while.
Maybe you've been managing — juggling work, relationships, family, and your own inner world — but lately the juggling feels less like a skill and more like a survival strategy. Maybe you have made a decision to make a change, or a shift in your life has happened and you're sitting with a mix of relief and overwhelm, wondering what it actually means for your life. Maybe you just know, deep down, that you're ready to stop white-knuckling it and start building something that actually works.
That's what I'm here for.
You’re a smart, capable woman who holds it together for everyone else while your mind won’t quit. Intrusive “what-ifs,” constant overchecking, 3 a.m. wakeups, snapping then feeling awful, crowded stores that feel like too much—you’re exhausted by the noise in your head. You want fewer spirals, steadier sleep, clear decisions, and patience with the people you love. You don’t want jargon; you want simple tools that work in real life. My work helps you quiet anxiety, trust yourself again, and feel steady most days.
You’re a smart, capable woman who holds it together for everyone else while your mind won’t quit. Intrusive “what-ifs,” constant overchecking, 3 a.m. wakeups, snapping then feeling awful, crowded stores that feel like too much—you’re exhausted by the noise in your head. You want fewer spirals, steadier sleep, clear decisions, and patience with the people you love. You don’t want jargon; you want simple tools that work in real life. My work helps you quiet anxiety, trust yourself again, and feel steady most days.
Erin E. Elm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
7 Endorsed
Clinton, IA 52732
Waitlist for new clients
I meet my clients where they are at emotionally & provide guidance for any stage of change they are at. I can keep it very formal & clinical but I consider myself more of a guide/coach to help you navigate all of your "life stuff" including work, family, relationships, depression, anxiety, ADHD & other common diagnoses. I spent 8 years fully specializing in all things LGBTQ+ including identity & gender affirming letters/assessments for HRT & Surgical Interventions. Over the past 3 years I've also ventured into spirituality & religion & integrate this into sessions as clients want or are comfortable.
I meet my clients where they are at emotionally & provide guidance for any stage of change they are at. I can keep it very formal & clinical but I consider myself more of a guide/coach to help you navigate all of your "life stuff" including work, family, relationships, depression, anxiety, ADHD & other common diagnoses. I spent 8 years fully specializing in all things LGBTQ+ including identity & gender affirming letters/assessments for HRT & Surgical Interventions. Over the past 3 years I've also ventured into spirituality & religion & integrate this into sessions as clients want or are comfortable.
I have much experience in working with women and women's issues.
Now seeing clients in Clinton, IA & online! I offer a client-centered, strengths-based approach to meet you where you are in life. I embrace the power of laughter, knowing that humor can be a wonderful tool in healing and fostering positivity in our lives. I also provide a safe, affirming, and trauma-informed space for those who have experienced trauma. We are all human beings who are trying to navigate this ever-changing world, so let's not do it alone!
I have much experience in working with women and women's issues.
Now seeing clients in Clinton, IA & online! I offer a client-centered, strengths-based approach to meet you where you are in life. I embrace the power of laughter, knowing that humor can be a wonderful tool in healing and fostering positivity in our lives. I also provide a safe, affirming, and trauma-informed space for those who have experienced trauma. We are all human beings who are trying to navigate this ever-changing world, so let's not do it alone!
I greatly enjoy watching how the therapeutic process can assist someone through some of their most challenging moments in life. When it comes to therapy, we are on this journey together, and my goal is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable. I am open-minded and ready to meet my clients where they are and allow the process to transform and change your life at your own pace.
I greatly enjoy watching how the therapeutic process can assist someone through some of their most challenging moments in life. When it comes to therapy, we are on this journey together, and my goal is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable. I am open-minded and ready to meet my clients where they are and allow the process to transform and change your life at your own pace.
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”. -Lao Tzu.
As a compassionate and dedicated mental health counselor, I am committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward emotional well-being. Taking that first step of beginning therapy can be scary and intimidating, I am here to help in any way I can. I will walk alongside you on your journey, meeting you where you're at, and offering you a safe nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you can find support, hope and healing.
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”. -Lao Tzu.
As a compassionate and dedicated mental health counselor, I am committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward emotional well-being. Taking that first step of beginning therapy can be scary and intimidating, I am here to help in any way I can. I will walk alongside you on your journey, meeting you where you're at, and offering you a safe nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you can find support, hope and healing.
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If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, down, struggling in your relationships or dealing with a difficult transition, I can assist you with coping and feeling better. The thing is, you already have what it takes and I’ll help you uncover it. We will set goals and build upon your strengths. I have experience working with women who are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, stress and trauma. I've been told by past clients that I'm laid back, not afraid to laugh with them, caring, genuine and helped them feel at ease. I also offer EMDR therapy.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, down, struggling in your relationships or dealing with a difficult transition, I can assist you with coping and feeling better. The thing is, you already have what it takes and I’ll help you uncover it. We will set goals and build upon your strengths. I have experience working with women who are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, stress and trauma. I've been told by past clients that I'm laid back, not afraid to laugh with them, caring, genuine and helped them feel at ease. I also offer EMDR therapy.
I am continually amazed when people take the courageous step of hoping for change and asking for help with that change. I have been in the helping field for 41 years in various capacities. I have experiences that are rich and varied. I am able to draw upon those experiences to assist those adults or couples who are ready to take the plunge! Are you ready to dive in together?
I am continually amazed when people take the courageous step of hoping for change and asking for help with that change. I have been in the helping field for 41 years in various capacities. I have experiences that are rich and varied. I am able to draw upon those experiences to assist those adults or couples who are ready to take the plunge! Are you ready to dive in together?
I can provide a space to process, offer alternate points of view for reflection, and work with clients to find solutions to meet support needs. Clients will be open to considering possibilities and addressing barriers to change. They'll want to problem solve, whether personally or professionally, to move forward.
I am licensed in California and Iowa with a focus on dance/movement therapy in the Quad Cities area. In California, only online sessions are available.
I can provide a space to process, offer alternate points of view for reflection, and work with clients to find solutions to meet support needs. Clients will be open to considering possibilities and addressing barriers to change. They'll want to problem solve, whether personally or professionally, to move forward.
I am licensed in California and Iowa with a focus on dance/movement therapy in the Quad Cities area. In California, only online sessions are available.
Make professional counseling accessible and convenient - so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help anytime, anywhere.
Make professional counseling accessible and convenient - so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help anytime, anywhere.
Annika O'Melia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
1 Endorsed
Davenport, IA 52803
Waitlist for new clients
Finding the right therapist is like finding a great pair of hiking boots. You know you want to go on a journey and your boots need to fit right, handle different terrain, and take you the distance. Sometimes you may even need to try on a few different pairs. As a practice owner and therapist, I think my skill lies in matching you with someone in my group or in the community who can take you the distance with the right combination or personality, style, and technical skill. While I am not currently taking new clients, please reach out, and let's have a conversation about who might be your ideal fit.
Finding the right therapist is like finding a great pair of hiking boots. You know you want to go on a journey and your boots need to fit right, handle different terrain, and take you the distance. Sometimes you may even need to try on a few different pairs. As a practice owner and therapist, I think my skill lies in matching you with someone in my group or in the community who can take you the distance with the right combination or personality, style, and technical skill. While I am not currently taking new clients, please reach out, and let's have a conversation about who might be your ideal fit.
When you walk into a new environment for the first time are your hands sweating, heart racing, mind spiraling? You may feel that you will never be able to work towards the peace you want in your life. You may be suffering from depression that makes it hard to get out of bed in the morning. There might be relationships in your life that are so confusing and frustrating you are not sure how to move forward. Let me tell you there is reason for hope.
When you walk into a new environment for the first time are your hands sweating, heart racing, mind spiraling? You may feel that you will never be able to work towards the peace you want in your life. You may be suffering from depression that makes it hard to get out of bed in the morning. There might be relationships in your life that are so confusing and frustrating you are not sure how to move forward. Let me tell you there is reason for hope.
Life can be complicated, and at times we need additional support to navigate what each season brings. Whether you need a safe space to process, help identifying solutions, or additional skills to reach your goals, I am here for you. Operating from a person-centered, empathetic, empowering approach, I believe that each and every person can attain mental health and wellbeing.
Life can be complicated, and at times we need additional support to navigate what each season brings. Whether you need a safe space to process, help identifying solutions, or additional skills to reach your goals, I am here for you. Operating from a person-centered, empathetic, empowering approach, I believe that each and every person can attain mental health and wellbeing.
Life experiences can leave lasting impacts that affect how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or the effects of trauma, I offer a space where you can show up exactly as you are. My goal is to provide a warm, empathetic, and supportive environment where healing feels possible. Together, we can explore your experiences, identify strengths, and develop tools that help you move forward with greater peace, confidence, and hope.
Life experiences can leave lasting impacts that affect how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-doubt, or the effects of trauma, I offer a space where you can show up exactly as you are. My goal is to provide a warm, empathetic, and supportive environment where healing feels possible. Together, we can explore your experiences, identify strengths, and develop tools that help you move forward with greater peace, confidence, and hope.
Accepting new clients! No matter what you're facing right now, I believe you're capable of growth and healing. Getting started is the hardest part and you've already done that. We will work together to create a set of goals that can take you from where you are now, to where you want to be. I'll be there along the way to provide coping skills, support and new ways of thinking about problems. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions and other concerns. I work with adults (18 and above) and I'm especially passionate about supporting women's health at every stage of life.
Accepting new clients! No matter what you're facing right now, I believe you're capable of growth and healing. Getting started is the hardest part and you've already done that. We will work together to create a set of goals that can take you from where you are now, to where you want to be. I'll be there along the way to provide coping skills, support and new ways of thinking about problems. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions and other concerns. I work with adults (18 and above) and I'm especially passionate about supporting women's health at every stage of life.
You don't have to have it all figured out to reach out. Whether you're navigating anxiety or depression, struggling with intimacy and relationships, working through low self-esteem, or feeling stuck in painful patterns you can't quite explain — you deserve support that actually feels good. I work with adults in Iowa who are ready to heal, grow, and finally feel at home in themselves and their relationships. Warm, attachment-based, judgment-free telehealth therapy — because the hardest things to talk about are often the most important ones to heal.
You don't have to have it all figured out to reach out. Whether you're navigating anxiety or depression, struggling with intimacy and relationships, working through low self-esteem, or feeling stuck in painful patterns you can't quite explain — you deserve support that actually feels good. I work with adults in Iowa who are ready to heal, grow, and finally feel at home in themselves and their relationships. Warm, attachment-based, judgment-free telehealth therapy — because the hardest things to talk about are often the most important ones to heal.
I work best with clients who are self-motivated for change and/or help. I am willing to work with any person on any issues, as long as they are willing to do the work. I believe that each person has an abundance of strengths and assets that will help us get to their individualized goal.
I work best with clients who are self-motivated for change and/or help. I am willing to work with any person on any issues, as long as they are willing to do the work. I believe that each person has an abundance of strengths and assets that will help us get to their individualized goal.
Welcome! My name is Susan Frauenholtz and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Iowa, Virginia and Utah. I know that reaching out for help can be a difficult first step and will do everything I can to help you feel comfortable along the way. I have an MSW and PHD in social work and have been providing therapy for more than 20 years.
Welcome! My name is Susan Frauenholtz and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Iowa, Virginia and Utah. I know that reaching out for help can be a difficult first step and will do everything I can to help you feel comfortable along the way. I have an MSW and PHD in social work and have been providing therapy for more than 20 years.
Hello there. I have worked with a variety of courageous people in my journey to help them be more vulnerable, brave, and resilient. For the last 30+ years, I I have worked with people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, relationships, and many other areas of life. I believe people have the resiliency to move the barriers that life presents to us. Life is all about learning. Learning about ourselves and giving up our comforts in life are scary even if they are unhealthy. Each person is unique and I am here to start where you are at in your journey.
Hello there. I have worked with a variety of courageous people in my journey to help them be more vulnerable, brave, and resilient. For the last 30+ years, I I have worked with people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, relationships, and many other areas of life. I believe people have the resiliency to move the barriers that life presents to us. Life is all about learning. Learning about ourselves and giving up our comforts in life are scary even if they are unhealthy. Each person is unique and I am here to start where you are at in your journey.
Pearson Mental Health Therapy - Alyson Pearson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Davenport, IA 52807
Have you had an experience that has led to negative thoughts, difficulty sleeping, or feelings of depression and anxiety? Do you feel stuck? Facing these emotions can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. There is hope to feel better and a path back to your true self. There are types of therapy that have been proven effective in decreasing the symptoms of trauma, PTSD, and negative experiences. Brene Brown says, "Owning our story and loving ourselves through it is the bravest thing we can do." I can help you own your story, unravel it, and heal.
Have you had an experience that has led to negative thoughts, difficulty sleeping, or feelings of depression and anxiety? Do you feel stuck? Facing these emotions can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. There is hope to feel better and a path back to your true self. There are types of therapy that have been proven effective in decreasing the symptoms of trauma, PTSD, and negative experiences. Brene Brown says, "Owning our story and loving ourselves through it is the bravest thing we can do." I can help you own your story, unravel it, and heal.
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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.