Couples Therapists in Tiffin, IA
I invite you to explore if partnership within a therapeutic relationship will benefit your unique situation.
I believe that counseling is a process whereby a client voluntarily seeks to resolve interpersonal, emotional, and/or spiritual difficulties with the assistance of another caring individual. I will seek to empower you to make changes for the betterment of your life through a wellness model. I will do my best to offer you the highest ethical standards of care, to listen empathically to you, to persist in hope, to believe in your restoration, and to avoid all forms of judgement. My goal is for you to develop fresh perspectives, to bolster your self confidence in your existing capabilities, and to form a feasible plan of action.
I invite you to explore if partnership within a therapeutic relationship will benefit your unique situation.
I believe that counseling is a process whereby a client voluntarily seeks to resolve interpersonal, emotional, and/or spiritual difficulties with the assistance of another caring individual. I will seek to empower you to make changes for the betterment of your life through a wellness model. I will do my best to offer you the highest ethical standards of care, to listen empathically to you, to persist in hope, to believe in your restoration, and to avoid all forms of judgement. My goal is for you to develop fresh perspectives, to bolster your self confidence in your existing capabilities, and to form a feasible plan of action.
It is a brave person that seeks help in times of need. When recognized and nurtured, every person possesses qualities that can bring positive changes to their life. In finding solutions that bring you hope, you will be able to see how your own strengths are an important part of realizing your goals and dreams.
It is a brave person that seeks help in times of need. When recognized and nurtured, every person possesses qualities that can bring positive changes to their life. In finding solutions that bring you hope, you will be able to see how your own strengths are an important part of realizing your goals and dreams.
Relationship in real trouble?
I use a blend of narrative, experiential, emotionally-focused and DBT approaches, but I'm not here to make you fit into my system. I'm plain spoken and straight up. My commitment to you is that I won't ask trick questions, I'll tell you what I think, and I'll answer questions to the best of my ability.
Relationship in real trouble?
I use a blend of narrative, experiential, emotionally-focused and DBT approaches, but I'm not here to make you fit into my system. I'm plain spoken and straight up. My commitment to you is that I won't ask trick questions, I'll tell you what I think, and I'll answer questions to the best of my ability.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling in your marriage or relationship?
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, guiding individuals and couples to understand emotions, improve relationships, and reduce anxiety. In a supportive space, we’ll explore dynamics and build stronger connections for lasting growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling in your marriage or relationship?
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy, guiding individuals and couples to understand emotions, improve relationships, and reduce anxiety. In a supportive space, we’ll explore dynamics and build stronger connections for lasting growth.
Is it affecting your relationships or self-esteem?
Trauma makes you feel lost, overwhelmed, alone and unsupported. It affects your relationships, your self-esteem, your health and your confidence. Trauma comes out in different ways: sometimes it is relived in the mind; other times, it builds a wall between you and others that leaves you feeling misunderstood and alone.
Is it affecting your relationships or self-esteem?
Trauma makes you feel lost, overwhelmed, alone and unsupported. It affects your relationships, your self-esteem, your health and your confidence. Trauma comes out in different ways: sometimes it is relived in the mind; other times, it builds a wall between you and others that leaves you feeling misunderstood and alone.
There are things in our life that we have never spoken about or told anyone about, and you have decided that you would like to start exploring something that is impacting your life, that is holding you back and holding you down. Maybe this brings up emotions that are difficult to manage. Do you need a safe, affirming, and empowering space to address these things in your life?
You deserve an affirming, supportive, and empowering therapist to help you sort through these intense emotions and create strategies to manage the stress and fear that come with confronting these dark and scary areas of your life. You are in the right place.
There are things in our life that we have never spoken about or told anyone about, and you have decided that you would like to start exploring something that is impacting your life, that is holding you back and holding you down. Maybe this brings up emotions that are difficult to manage. Do you need a safe, affirming, and empowering space to address these things in your life?
You deserve an affirming, supportive, and empowering therapist to help you sort through these intense emotions and create strategies to manage the stress and fear that come with confronting these dark and scary areas of your life. You are in the right place.
It's never easy to admit that sometimes we need help. But, what do we do when we are not sure what help really even looks like? Perhaps you've reached out to friends and loved ones, but nothing they offer seems to quite fit for you. Eventually, you might find your life feeling a bit like that car ride home from work after a long day; pulling up to your home but not really remembering how you got there because there is so much happening in your mind.
Perhaps you don't need help, just someone to listen and work with you to figure out what help looks like.
It's never easy to admit that sometimes we need help. But, what do we do when we are not sure what help really even looks like? Perhaps you've reached out to friends and loved ones, but nothing they offer seems to quite fit for you. Eventually, you might find your life feeling a bit like that car ride home from work after a long day; pulling up to your home but not really remembering how you got there because there is so much happening in your mind.
Perhaps you don't need help, just someone to listen and work with you to figure out what help looks like.
Life is hard, especially when we do it alone. Let's do it together. My goal is to help you reach your goals, by facing your issues head on and with courage. While I am bold, I am equally gentle and strive to empower you to achieve hard things. My philosophy is if we don't take control of our issues, they may take control of us. I find great importance in walking alongside you in compassion and support while giving you a safe space to work toward the change you desire, so you can be the best version of yourself. You can do hard things and you don't have to do it alone!
Life is hard, especially when we do it alone. Let's do it together. My goal is to help you reach your goals, by facing your issues head on and with courage. While I am bold, I am equally gentle and strive to empower you to achieve hard things. My philosophy is if we don't take control of our issues, they may take control of us. I find great importance in walking alongside you in compassion and support while giving you a safe space to work toward the change you desire, so you can be the best version of yourself. You can do hard things and you don't have to do it alone!
As a marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective and empathetic care to individuals and couples, ages 18 and up, who may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.
I believe that every client is different that's why I use a variety of interventions in my work depending on the client's individual needs. I believe that your role is to be an expert on YOU and my role is to listen and learn about you and your experiences so I can understand how to guide you to where you want to be.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective and empathetic care to individuals and couples, ages 18 and up, who may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.
I believe that every client is different that's why I use a variety of interventions in my work depending on the client's individual needs. I believe that your role is to be an expert on YOU and my role is to listen and learn about you and your experiences so I can understand how to guide you to where you want to be.
Choosing to seek therapy often brings anxiety about finding the right support amidst existing life stressors, which can feel overwhelming. My primary goal in therapy is to ensure you feel seen and heard, as you are the expert of your own life. Together, we will navigate your journey toward healing, wellness, and achieving your life goals. I offer both in-person and telehealth appointments at your preference.
Choosing to seek therapy often brings anxiety about finding the right support amidst existing life stressors, which can feel overwhelming. My primary goal in therapy is to ensure you feel seen and heard, as you are the expert of your own life. Together, we will navigate your journey toward healing, wellness, and achieving your life goals. I offer both in-person and telehealth appointments at your preference.
Life is full of transitions—some we choose, and others choose us. Whether you're stepping into a new phase of life, feeling stuck in anxiety, or building skills to enact more impactful interpersonal boundaries, the journey you’re on is important. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you work through life’s challenges.
Life is full of transitions—some we choose, and others choose us. Whether you're stepping into a new phase of life, feeling stuck in anxiety, or building skills to enact more impactful interpersonal boundaries, the journey you’re on is important. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you work through life’s challenges.
Hi, I’m Mackinze. I’m deeply passionate about walking alongside individuals on their journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. I believe meaningful connection and a safe, non-judgmental space are essential to doing this work well. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are—whether you are navigating trauma, major life changes, emotional struggles, or simply seeking greater self-understanding. I currently practice at the Integrated Wellness Counseling Center in Coralville, IA.I can take client in Iowa and Illinois. I work with children (ages 10+), teens, and adults.
Hi, I’m Mackinze. I’m deeply passionate about walking alongside individuals on their journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery. I believe meaningful connection and a safe, non-judgmental space are essential to doing this work well. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are—whether you are navigating trauma, major life changes, emotional struggles, or simply seeking greater self-understanding. I currently practice at the Integrated Wellness Counseling Center in Coralville, IA.I can take client in Iowa and Illinois. I work with children (ages 10+), teens, and adults.
Dr. Jacob A Sandoval
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I provide services to individuals, partners, or families, and to people aged 18 and up.
Thanks for clicking! Mental health is an important part of general wellness. It’s not about being a burden, weak, or needy. It’s about growth, skill building, and entering a safe place to uniquely express and challenge yourself. I’m here to help that process. Among other important parts of my identity, I am neurodiverse, Queer, and biracial. My approach to therapy is collaborative, often feeling less structured or less therapist-led than traditional therapy approaches. I believe this allows more space for a person to bring their whole self, finding an experience that caters to the individual person not an ideal or textbook client.
I provide services to individuals, partners, or families, and to people aged 18 and up.
Thanks for clicking! Mental health is an important part of general wellness. It’s not about being a burden, weak, or needy. It’s about growth, skill building, and entering a safe place to uniquely express and challenge yourself. I’m here to help that process. Among other important parts of my identity, I am neurodiverse, Queer, and biracial. My approach to therapy is collaborative, often feeling less structured or less therapist-led than traditional therapy approaches. I believe this allows more space for a person to bring their whole self, finding an experience that caters to the individual person not an ideal or textbook client.
My counseling philosophy is rooted in Systems Theory and Internal Family Systems (IFS), supported by a broader understanding of the social determinants of health—how people's lives are shaped by their environments, relationships, and societal structures.
I aspire to help you discover yourself across various contexts and systems, exploring the beauty, mystery, and potential of your life beyond the labels and narratives that seemingly define you.
My counseling philosophy is rooted in Systems Theory and Internal Family Systems (IFS), supported by a broader understanding of the social determinants of health—how people's lives are shaped by their environments, relationships, and societal structures.
I aspire to help you discover yourself across various contexts and systems, exploring the beauty, mystery, and potential of your life beyond the labels and narratives that seemingly define you.
I have a deep passion for working with adolescents and young adults as well as couples and families.
Do you feel heavy with life’s stressors or maybe you're realizing you have some deep-rooted issues from your past that need tending to? Do you avoid by stuffing your emotions down? Avoidance feels good in the moment but long term, it can impact our ability to function as it exacerbates our emotions and leads to things like anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal ideation, or even addiction. Having someone unbiased and safe to talk to can make a tremendous difference in our ability to cope and feel present for the beautiful things in life.
I have a deep passion for working with adolescents and young adults as well as couples and families.
Do you feel heavy with life’s stressors or maybe you're realizing you have some deep-rooted issues from your past that need tending to? Do you avoid by stuffing your emotions down? Avoidance feels good in the moment but long term, it can impact our ability to function as it exacerbates our emotions and leads to things like anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal ideation, or even addiction. Having someone unbiased and safe to talk to can make a tremendous difference in our ability to cope and feel present for the beautiful things in life.
I am here to guide you through life's transitions, navigate traumatic experiences, and explore relationships.
I am dedicated to honoring your experiences and providing a space for you to be seen and heard. I utilize an authentic, non-pathologizing lens to build connections with clients. It is my goal to provide a space of safety, challenges, and genuine acceptance to create healing experiences on your journey towards the growth you are looking for.
I am here to guide you through life's transitions, navigate traumatic experiences, and explore relationships.
I am dedicated to honoring your experiences and providing a space for you to be seen and heard. I utilize an authentic, non-pathologizing lens to build connections with clients. It is my goal to provide a space of safety, challenges, and genuine acceptance to create healing experiences on your journey towards the growth you are looking for.
You’re someone who has carried a lot for a long time—often the steady one for others—yet inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break. You want relief, clarity, and a space where you don’t have to pretend you’re fine. You’re seeking understanding, healthier boundaries, and a way to feel more like yourself again.
You’re someone who has carried a lot for a long time—often the steady one for others—yet inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break. You want relief, clarity, and a space where you don’t have to pretend you’re fine. You’re seeking understanding, healthier boundaries, and a way to feel more like yourself again.
In a world that constantly pulls for your attention and energy, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed—stuck between conflicting roles, disconnected from yourself, and unsure how to show up in your relationships.
My doctorate training and clinical experience have focused on culture and identity development, relationships, and systemic problems. I also have extensive training and experience in helping families resolve conflict, especially between couples and parent-adult child relationships.
In a world that constantly pulls for your attention and energy, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed—stuck between conflicting roles, disconnected from yourself, and unsure how to show up in your relationships.
My doctorate training and clinical experience have focused on culture and identity development, relationships, and systemic problems. I also have extensive training and experience in helping families resolve conflict, especially between couples and parent-adult child relationships.
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If you are going through a major life event, experiencing increased stress, anxiety or depression, or feeling stuck in one of your relationships, let’s meet and together create a space for exploration, collaboration and healing.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my approach is systemic, strengths based, and compassionately focused. I have over 10 years of clinical experience as a behavioral health occupational therapist, and more recently as a psychotherapist working with couples, families, individuals and teens.
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If you are going through a major life event, experiencing increased stress, anxiety or depression, or feeling stuck in one of your relationships, let’s meet and together create a space for exploration, collaboration and healing.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my approach is systemic, strengths based, and compassionately focused. I have over 10 years of clinical experience as a behavioral health occupational therapist, and more recently as a psychotherapist working with couples, families, individuals and teens.
Most of us were never taught how to build healthy, fulfilling relationships, with others or with ourselves.
My work is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a research-backed approach that helps people understand and change the emotional dynamics that drive conflict, withdrawal, and attachment wounds. Rather than only analyzing the past, we pay close attention to what unfolds between you and the people who matter most.
Most of us were never taught how to build healthy, fulfilling relationships, with others or with ourselves.
My work is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a research-backed approach that helps people understand and change the emotional dynamics that drive conflict, withdrawal, and attachment wounds. Rather than only analyzing the past, we pay close attention to what unfolds between you and the people who matter most.
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FAQ - About Couples Therapy
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.