Parenting Therapists in Tiffin, IA
I enjoy helping parents use strategies to best help their children.
I specialize in providing Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Project ImPACT, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance And Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I provide telehealth therapy because it allows individuals to achieve their therapy goals while in the comfort and convenience of their own home.
I enjoy helping parents use strategies to best help their children.
I specialize in providing Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Project ImPACT, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance And Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I provide telehealth therapy because it allows individuals to achieve their therapy goals while in the comfort and convenience of their own home.
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 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.
Life can feel messy, heavy, or uncertain- and that’s okay. Therapy is a space where you get to be fully yourself: defining what’s working, what’s not, and where you want to go. It’s rooted in real connection, not quick fixes, and guided by the belief that healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, but rediscovering what’s already inside of you- resilience, clarity, and the strength to move forward. All parts of you are welcome- the messy, the heavy, and the hard to name. If anxiety, grief, trauma, or life changes leave you stuck, therapy can help you find your way.
Life can feel messy, heavy, or uncertain- and that’s okay. Therapy is a space where you get to be fully yourself: defining what’s working, what’s not, and where you want to go. It’s rooted in real connection, not quick fixes, and guided by the belief that healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, but rediscovering what’s already inside of you- resilience, clarity, and the strength to move forward. All parts of you are welcome- the messy, the heavy, and the hard to name. If anxiety, grief, trauma, or life changes leave you stuck, therapy can help you find your way.
I love helping children with their big thoughts and feelings that they're having trouble sorting through. In therapy, we're able to make space for big emotions that can disrupt a childcare or classroom setting. Clients learn how to express their emotions in multiple ways, with strong preference given to verbalizing their feelings so that others can understand and help.
I also love working with adults addressing their mental health. Through active listening and unconditional positive regard, I hope to provide a safe space where adults can explore how they wish to grow and change without fear of judgment.
I love helping children with their big thoughts and feelings that they're having trouble sorting through. In therapy, we're able to make space for big emotions that can disrupt a childcare or classroom setting. Clients learn how to express their emotions in multiple ways, with strong preference given to verbalizing their feelings so that others can understand and help.
I also love working with adults addressing their mental health. Through active listening and unconditional positive regard, I hope to provide a safe space where adults can explore how they wish to grow and change without fear of judgment.
As a mental health professional with many years of experience in private practice, hospital, community crisis counseling, and corporate settings, Sarah is passionate about helping others. Sarah received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa.
Throughout her experiences, Sarah has witnessed individuals make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives, drawing strength from their experiences and the struggles they've overcome.
Sarah wants to help individuals work through any past trauma that might be holding them back and help them become the best versions of themselves.
As a mental health professional with many years of experience in private practice, hospital, community crisis counseling, and corporate settings, Sarah is passionate about helping others. Sarah received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa.
Throughout her experiences, Sarah has witnessed individuals make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives, drawing strength from their experiences and the struggles they've overcome.
Sarah wants to help individuals work through any past trauma that might be holding them back and help them become the best versions of themselves.
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I have spent several years focused on trauma, building parenting skills, and understanding the child mind and behavior.
I believe in creating a safe and trusting therapeutic setting where individuals and families are able to explore themselves and relationships. I work to encourage growth and listen to understand the unique experiences of your life. I enjoy working with a variety of concerns; such as anxiety, depression, relational conflict, and trauma. Of course, there is never a guarantee with any service, but if you are looking for someone who can provide a safe, supportive listening ear while challenging you to meet your goals. We may work well together!
I have spent several years focused on trauma, building parenting skills, and understanding the child mind and behavior.
I believe in creating a safe and trusting therapeutic setting where individuals and families are able to explore themselves and relationships. I work to encourage growth and listen to understand the unique experiences of your life. I enjoy working with a variety of concerns; such as anxiety, depression, relational conflict, and trauma. Of course, there is never a guarantee with any service, but if you are looking for someone who can provide a safe, supportive listening ear while challenging you to meet your goals. We may work well together!
I have a wide range of experience walking alongside those seeking healing from anxiety and/or depression, folks who are neurodiverse (ADHD, Autistic), parents needing guidance, and those who are needing support navigating life transitions.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients!
Feeling ready to grow, but not sure where to begin? You do not have to walk that path alone! As your therapist, I strive to offer a warm and grounding space where healing can take root.
I have a wide range of experience walking alongside those seeking healing from anxiety and/or depression, folks who are neurodiverse (ADHD, Autistic), parents needing guidance, and those who are needing support navigating life transitions.
Currently accepting new telehealth clients!
Feeling ready to grow, but not sure where to begin? You do not have to walk that path alone! As your therapist, I strive to offer a warm and grounding space where healing can take root.
Leah Marie Gehlsen Morlan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
2 Endorsed
Iowa City, IA 52240
Waitlist for new clients
Currently waitlisting only parental support and PDA clients.
While my specialties are ADHD, ASD, anxiety and panic disorders, and parental support, I mainly just enjoy connecting with folks who have identified that therapy might be helpful for them. I like building relationships and getting to know people through the therapeutic lens. While I primarily use CBT, ACT, and DBT, I believe that a safe space wherein someone can be vulnerable and authentic is the strongest foundation for healing. My therapeutic demeanor is casual and warm, and I love nothing more than helping someone feel seen, heard, and like there's a path forward.
Currently waitlisting only parental support and PDA clients.
While my specialties are ADHD, ASD, anxiety and panic disorders, and parental support, I mainly just enjoy connecting with folks who have identified that therapy might be helpful for them. I like building relationships and getting to know people through the therapeutic lens. While I primarily use CBT, ACT, and DBT, I believe that a safe space wherein someone can be vulnerable and authentic is the strongest foundation for healing. My therapeutic demeanor is casual and warm, and I love nothing more than helping someone feel seen, heard, and like there's a path forward.
I am passionate about providing a safe and affirming space for individuals, couples, parents, and families of all genders, sexualities, and races.
Person-centered. Trauma-informed. Solution-focused. These are the words I choose most frequently to describe my work in the therapy room. My greatest desire is to hold space for every individual that enters space with me, and support each of them as they learn to hold space for themselves. It is my goal to create a counter-cultural environment that allows us to work together to support you, your partner and your family to work to create a healthier framework for your relationships with each other and with yourself.
I am passionate about providing a safe and affirming space for individuals, couples, parents, and families of all genders, sexualities, and races.
Person-centered. Trauma-informed. Solution-focused. These are the words I choose most frequently to describe my work in the therapy room. My greatest desire is to hold space for every individual that enters space with me, and support each of them as they learn to hold space for themselves. It is my goal to create a counter-cultural environment that allows us to work together to support you, your partner and your family to work to create a healthier framework for your relationships with each other and with yourself.
There are more ways to live than we can imagine! Let’s find new ways of living, together, so that you can get back to savoring the many joys and sorrows of the carnival of life.
There are more ways to live than we can imagine! Let’s find new ways of living, together, so that you can get back to savoring the many joys and sorrows of the carnival of life.
I provide trauma-informed therapy across Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri for children, teens, and adults navigating addiction, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and attachment wounds, with a special focus on LGBTQIA+ and marginalized populations. Our local office includes five therapists using modalities such as CBT, EMDR, sandtray, art and play therapy, ACT, DBT, CPT, and somatic approaches. As Regional Director, I provide therapy while supporting and supervising clinicians. We strive to create a safe, affirming space where clients feel fully seen, heard, and supported in their healing.
I provide trauma-informed therapy across Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri for children, teens, and adults navigating addiction, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and attachment wounds, with a special focus on LGBTQIA+ and marginalized populations. Our local office includes five therapists using modalities such as CBT, EMDR, sandtray, art and play therapy, ACT, DBT, CPT, and somatic approaches. As Regional Director, I provide therapy while supporting and supervising clinicians. We strive to create a safe, affirming space where clients feel fully seen, heard, and supported in their healing.
I see individuals with a wide range of presenting problems such as identity development, marital problems, life problems, infidelity, sexual identity, imposter syndrome, coping skills, life transitions, family conflict, parenting conflict, trauma, and ptsd, and more.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my goal to help anyone who needs it. Licensed in both Iowa and Illinois. I am a multicultural therapist whose main goal is to assist my clients in being the best person they can be. I have been practicing therapy for over 13 years with a wide range of clients. When you come to Strength in Diversity therapy center, you will feel welcomed and accepted no matter your creed, color, race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, etc. It is my hope that once you leave my therapy room, you will feel rejuvenated, full of life, and ready to take on the world.
I see individuals with a wide range of presenting problems such as identity development, marital problems, life problems, infidelity, sexual identity, imposter syndrome, coping skills, life transitions, family conflict, parenting conflict, trauma, and ptsd, and more.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my goal to help anyone who needs it. Licensed in both Iowa and Illinois. I am a multicultural therapist whose main goal is to assist my clients in being the best person they can be. I have been practicing therapy for over 13 years with a wide range of clients. When you come to Strength in Diversity therapy center, you will feel welcomed and accepted no matter your creed, color, race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, etc. It is my hope that once you leave my therapy room, you will feel rejuvenated, full of life, and ready to take on the world.
Cat believes that each one of us has the intuitive ability to heal and restore ourselves with ordinary awareness in present living. She invites you into a warm, non-judgemental and supportive environment to begin the important work of finding peace of mind and joy in everyday living. When we enjoy mental wellness, we feel connected to those close to us and the beauty of the natural world. Cat offers uncomplicated guidance for a variety of mental health concerns in a down to earth, attentive, and friendly way.
Cat believes that each one of us has the intuitive ability to heal and restore ourselves with ordinary awareness in present living. She invites you into a warm, non-judgemental and supportive environment to begin the important work of finding peace of mind and joy in everyday living. When we enjoy mental wellness, we feel connected to those close to us and the beauty of the natural world. Cat offers uncomplicated guidance for a variety of mental health concerns in a down to earth, attentive, and friendly way.
I look forward to helping you seek greater peace and conflict resolution - helping you find an increased overall life balance. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them work through former and current conflict and stressors. I use cognitive behavioral techniques to assist in challenging distorted thoughts and patterns. I have a focus in helping those who struggle with depression and anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship or family conflicts, life transitions, and issues surrounding grief and loss.
I look forward to helping you seek greater peace and conflict resolution - helping you find an increased overall life balance. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help them work through former and current conflict and stressors. I use cognitive behavioral techniques to assist in challenging distorted thoughts and patterns. I have a focus in helping those who struggle with depression and anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship or family conflicts, life transitions, and issues surrounding grief and loss.
It is my privelage to be able to meet with individuals and provide a safe and calm environment where they are able to express their needs and values. I have been a social worker in Iowa City for 18 years, providing private practice counseling for 10 years. I am trained to help clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and those coping with life stressors. I enjoy working with all ages of clients and have primarily focused my practice on adolescents and adults.
It is my privelage to be able to meet with individuals and provide a safe and calm environment where they are able to express their needs and values. I have been a social worker in Iowa City for 18 years, providing private practice counseling for 10 years. I am trained to help clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and those coping with life stressors. I enjoy working with all ages of clients and have primarily focused my practice on adolescents and adults.
My goal as your therapist is to help you address the issues that have kept you feeling "stuck" in life. I use an individualized approach when working with each client, and together we will facilitate the changes you desire. My role as therapist is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, one that inspires growth and change. I am taking new clients both remote or in person who want to experience Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Psychotherapy.
My goal as your therapist is to help you address the issues that have kept you feeling "stuck" in life. I use an individualized approach when working with each client, and together we will facilitate the changes you desire. My role as therapist is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, one that inspires growth and change. I am taking new clients both remote or in person who want to experience Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Psychotherapy.
Relationships can be one of the greatest sources of connection, meaning, and support in our lives, and they can also become places where we feel stuck, disconnected, misunderstood, or alone. Many couples find themselves caught in recurring cycles of conflict, communication breakdowns, emotional distance, resentment, or difficulty rebuilding trust after hurt. Therapy can provide a space to slow these patterns down, better understand one another, and begin creating new ways of relating.
Relationships can be one of the greatest sources of connection, meaning, and support in our lives, and they can also become places where we feel stuck, disconnected, misunderstood, or alone. Many couples find themselves caught in recurring cycles of conflict, communication breakdowns, emotional distance, resentment, or difficulty rebuilding trust after hurt. Therapy can provide a space to slow these patterns down, better understand one another, and begin creating new ways of relating.
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!
I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families build resilience and thrive through the challenges and changes and losses that life inevitably brings. I offer an empathetic listening ear and a hopeful solutions-focused approach, developing my client's strengths and coping skills to help them meet their therapy goals. I believe that human connection through healthy relationships makes all the difference when we are struggling, and I love working with people to strengthen relationships with those closest to them.
I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families build resilience and thrive through the challenges and changes and losses that life inevitably brings. I offer an empathetic listening ear and a hopeful solutions-focused approach, developing my client's strengths and coping skills to help them meet their therapy goals. I believe that human connection through healthy relationships makes all the difference when we are struggling, and I love working with people to strengthen relationships with those closest to them.
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What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.