Therapists in Hiawatha, IA

Life is unpredictable and overwhelming at times and we all can benefit from encouragement, empathy, and understanding. I truly believe people are resilient and process the strength needed to overcome barriers in their lives. I provide a safe space to help you explore all aspects of who you are as a person. Establishing a healthy environment that allows you to focus on rediscovering your strengths and achieving your goals. Therapy can be an important tool for positive change and provides opportunity for growth. My goal is to ensure that you feel supported, valued, and confident after each session.

The human experience is to each their own, consisting of various experiences, emotions, parts, and relationships that make up each story. The power behind sharing your story can be irreplaceable, and I believe it is a privilege to embark on that journey alongside clients. Therapy can be intimidating, especially during challenging times. As a clinician, my goal is to empower clients with an approach tailored to each client’s specific needs.

I recognize the importance of having a safe, encouraging, and nonjudgmental space to share your story and unpack life’s hardships. Working with individuals ages 5 and older from a variety of backgrounds, I strive to help my clients feel validated, supported, and comfortable in sharing and exploring their story. It is a privilege to witness and celebrate my client’s breakthroughs, successes, and self-discoveries.

Feeling stuck in a relationship, job, or past experience? Maybe you don't understand why you feel the way you do or why you can't stop doing something you don't want or why you can't start doing something you do. Maybe you're dealing with something really painful that you need to work through but don't know how. You're the expert on your life, your strengths, and what you need to thrive. Sometimes you - and all of us - just need a little help to see it.

I am unfortunately not taking new clients at this time*** I strongly believe that whether someone is simply going through some uncomfortable stress, or enduring a very painful transition in life, together we can find answers that will renew hope and help you feel empowered to change your life. I practice Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and recognize that the patient is the expert in their own life. I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families to find unique solutions to complex problems. I believe focusing on patient strengths, not weaknesses, elicits hope and leaves room for meaningful and long lasting change. ​

Overwhelmed, it's hard to breathe, tears well in your eyes, and you are fatigued with worry. Maybe the flood of emotions started recently or years ago. Perhaps someone hurt you, you saw something terrible happen, or you always felt down, scared and alone. You want nothing more then to feel confident again to move forward; free from hurt. My focus is on helping others resolve what is most troubling for them.

We all have struggles, sometimes we need support in working through our struggles. I use a non-pathologizing, systemic approach. It is my hope to help individuals work towards healing, and positive growth. It takes courage to share our struggles and I am honored to be able to hold space for you. I am passionate about helping others and I believe we heal in connection and community. I will meet you where you are and will hold space for all of the parts that make up you as an individual.

As your therapist, I'm here to be present while you share your experiences. I appreciate the mindset, “To be clear is to be kind” and bring that into the therapy room. You are the expert on your own life, experiences, feelings, and behaviors, but there may be times when you need a little help sorting that out. I have a quirky outlook on the world that allows me to provide a safe, genuine, real experience that helps you to navigate through the absurdity of life. I enjoy working with adults, teens 16 and up, LGBTQI+, neuroqueer, and traditional and nontraditional relationships.

Are you queer? Do you have a queer family member, partner, or kid? I provide queer & gender-affirming, neurodiverse-validating mental health care; 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 must often navigate 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 that you can move forward.

Accepting New Clients. There comes a time in people’s lives when they aren’t comfortable where they are and want a change. I believe people deserve to live happier lives with renewed hope whether they are experiencing uncomfortable adjustments or have been enduring painful moments in life. It is my hope to meet clients where they are and provide a supportive and accepting environment, while collaboratively working towards the client’s goals. By encouraging individuals, couples, and families to be experts in their own lives, we can create lasting positive change to increase quality of life.

You’re here, looking for a space where you can be heard without judgement. You say everything is “fine”, but you know it’s not. Maybe things have just been overwhelming. You’re looking for a space where you’ll feel comfortable and safe so that you can be free to express yourself. Maybe you’re not even sure how to do that. You just know that you need something different. Therapy can help you figure out how to express yourself and move your life in the direction you want it to go.

Throughout my past professional experiences working with victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, and other types of violent traumas, I walked alongside clients as they lived through some of the most difficult chapters in their stories. Being trusted with someone's story is an honor and a privilege, and should never be taken lightly. When a client walks into my office, my goal is to ensure that they feel safe, supported, valued, and empowered. There are numerous systems that people interact with that can have major impacts on their lives.

Usually when someone asks me why they should go to therapy, I ask them if they think they could benefit from having a non-judgmental third party whose only motive in therapy is to help them get what they want in life. Having someone who can help identify the obstacles and then walk beside you to find healing and the solutions to the presenting struggles can be life changing. I want to be that person for you. The safe soul Sherpa. To be for you at times a guide, to be someone you can feel safe with, to feel safe enough to feel and heal, to be someone to challenge you to grow and find the light that is always shining within you.

Beginning psychotherapy is a very significant step in a person's life. I understand, and very much appreciate the trust that needs to be built to share thoughts, experiences, and pain that have brought you to this point. I also understand how difficult it is to share these kinds of things with someone you don't know. I realize that trust and this process takes time, and I believe and respect that the patient knows when they are ready to reveal and talk about their experiences and their emotions. I commit to providing you with a safe environment where you will feel comfortable to share and to achieve your treatment goals.

There are times in life where you may find yourself struggling and needing extra support. Major life transitions can cause stress in life and a need to understand who you are. I offer a space for you to explore the difficulties that you are facing and become more confident in who you are. We will look at what is holding you back as well as work through what might be standing in the way of you becoming your best self.

Everyone deserves compassion and love, as well as a place to feel safe and supported. I take a collaborative approach in working with clients to discover their true potential and reach their desired goals. I strive to provide each person with a nonjudgmental and safe place for emotional expression, exploration of perspective, and finding personal understanding and acceptance. I truly believe that every person is capable of growth and improvement, whatever that may look like for their personal journey.

I believe everyone deserves to move away from feelings of distress towards a happier, more balanced life. My focus is supporting clients, ranging from those who have experienced trauma or individuals and couples facing relationship difficulties in dealing with negative feelings, improving coping and developing meaningful relationships. My style is supportive, non-judgmental and respectful, but also practical and goal-oriented. Together we will explore what you want from therapy and customize an approach that’s best for you and supports your wellbeing and happiness.

Doing my own personal work in therapy is what led me to become a therapist. I believe strongly in paying it forward, and I would like to be there for you to normalize the process of participating in mental health counseling. You don’t need to suffer in silence. Unconditional positive regard and validation can be uplifting to those who are struggling. I believe that people have the ability to grow and change into who they want to become. As your therapist, my goal is to help you live the best life you can.

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.