Women's Issues Therapists in Washington, IA
Joanna is a therapist with experience in inpatient residential settings with youth,
caregiving for dependent adults, and previously served as a school-based therapist at the high school level. Joanna specializes in working with neurodivergent youth and adults, marginalized populations, LGBTQ+ youth and adults, and using a trauma-informed, strength-based approach. I value being proactive and collaborative, working closely with educators, families, and support systems to create safe, inclusive environments where youth and adults can build emotional regulation skills, strengthen relationships, and succeed academically and personally.
Joanna is a therapist with experience in inpatient residential settings with youth,
caregiving for dependent adults, and previously served as a school-based therapist at the high school level. Joanna specializes in working with neurodivergent youth and adults, marginalized populations, LGBTQ+ youth and adults, and using a trauma-informed, strength-based approach. I value being proactive and collaborative, working closely with educators, families, and support systems to create safe, inclusive environments where youth and adults can build emotional regulation skills, strengthen relationships, and succeed academically and personally.
Hello! In addition to expertise on human behavior, having a wealth of life experience provides me with a level of sensitivity and empathy with others that brings a unique enrichment to the counseling experience. I am a bit unconventional, and provide a genuine and safe, nonjudgmental space as a guide on your personal growth journey. Practicing a holistic approach, I incorporate wellness of mind, body, and spirit into my work, fostering healing at a deeper level. I specialize in healing from narcissistic and relational abuse, relational trauma, codependency, trauma, and attachment wounds.
Hello! In addition to expertise on human behavior, having a wealth of life experience provides me with a level of sensitivity and empathy with others that brings a unique enrichment to the counseling experience. I am a bit unconventional, and provide a genuine and safe, nonjudgmental space as a guide on your personal growth journey. Practicing a holistic approach, I incorporate wellness of mind, body, and spirit into my work, fostering healing at a deeper level. I specialize in healing from narcissistic and relational abuse, relational trauma, codependency, trauma, and attachment wounds.
Elisa works with individuals seeking relief, clarity, and deeper connection when life feels overwhelming, stuck, or disconnected. Clients often come wanting support to better understand their emotions, improve relationships, and move through painful experiences with greater stability and self-trust.
At Iowa Family Counseling, our team provides trauma-informed, evidence-based care including EMDR, DBT and play therapy techniques in an affirming environment. We focus on building resilience, strengthening coping skills, and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
Elisa works with individuals seeking relief, clarity, and deeper connection when life feels overwhelming, stuck, or disconnected. Clients often come wanting support to better understand their emotions, improve relationships, and move through painful experiences with greater stability and self-trust.
At Iowa Family Counseling, our team provides trauma-informed, evidence-based care including EMDR, DBT and play therapy techniques in an affirming environment. We focus on building resilience, strengthening coping skills, and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
Feeling Lost, Alone, or Misunderstood?
Life and relationships may not be turning out as you expected. You feel like you never quite fit in or figured things out the way others did. If you’re experiencing any of the following, you're not alone:
Facing conflict, reckoning, or disconnection from self, others, or spirituality; Re-examining relationships, intimacy, or roles; Exploring your identity and impact of trauma and hiding true self; A late neurodivergent diagnosis (e.g., autism, ADHD); Realizing unhelpful or harmful coping strategies; Navigating grief or loss; Burnout or distress affecting your work or mental and physical health
Feeling Lost, Alone, or Misunderstood?
Life and relationships may not be turning out as you expected. You feel like you never quite fit in or figured things out the way others did. If you’re experiencing any of the following, you're not alone:
Facing conflict, reckoning, or disconnection from self, others, or spirituality; Re-examining relationships, intimacy, or roles; Exploring your identity and impact of trauma and hiding true self; A late neurodivergent diagnosis (e.g., autism, ADHD); Realizing unhelpful or harmful coping strategies; Navigating grief or loss; Burnout or distress affecting your work or mental and physical health
Do you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety, sadness, or self-doubt, no matter what you do? Is grief or relationship struggles impacting your confidence, motivation, and sense of self-worth? Are you having difficulty feeling understood by your partner or family?
Do you find yourself overwhelmed with anxiety, sadness, or self-doubt, no matter what you do? Is grief or relationship struggles impacting your confidence, motivation, and sense of self-worth? Are you having difficulty feeling understood by your partner or family?
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 am passionate about working with couples and individuals dealing with a broad range of personal and relational issues. I focus on strengthening client's relationships and bonds with themselves and the people in their lives and strive to support open communication and understanding.
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 am passionate about working with couples and individuals dealing with a broad range of personal and relational issues. I focus on strengthening client's relationships and bonds with themselves and the people in their lives and strive to support open communication and understanding.
I offer an in depth, diversity affirming approach to psychotherapy. I am passionate about providing clients with meaningful and effective services tailored to each person. My training, experience, and skill-set uniquely qualifies me to work within the intersections of addictions, attachment issues, traumatic experiences, and relationship issues. I engage with clients deeply to allow them to experience life more fully. Many people cover their genuine feelings to protect themselves from pain. I strive to create a safe environment where trust can be developed in the therapeutic relationship so that clients can gradually rely less on their need to protect themselves through self-destructive patterns.
I offer an in depth, diversity affirming approach to psychotherapy. I am passionate about providing clients with meaningful and effective services tailored to each person. My training, experience, and skill-set uniquely qualifies me to work within the intersections of addictions, attachment issues, traumatic experiences, and relationship issues. I engage with clients deeply to allow them to experience life more fully. Many people cover their genuine feelings to protect themselves from pain. I strive to create a safe environment where trust can be developed in the therapeutic relationship so that clients can gradually rely less on their need to protect themselves through self-destructive patterns.
Grace C Mae Advocate Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LISW, RPT-S, CAS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Grace C Mae Advocate Center is based on our founder's experiences of having a child born with complex medical needs and hidden disabilities. Grace took Dr. McLain on a journey of self-discovery-which led her to be inspired to help others in their times of need. Our therapists work with people of all ages, and many types of problems. It is our mission to help people find solutions to their unique and diverse problems. We work hard to restore hope, and to find solutions. We approach our work with compassion and no judgement. We have offices in Cedar Rapids, Marengo, Marshalltown, and Washington.
Grace C Mae Advocate Center is based on our founder's experiences of having a child born with complex medical needs and hidden disabilities. Grace took Dr. McLain on a journey of self-discovery-which led her to be inspired to help others in their times of need. Our therapists work with people of all ages, and many types of problems. It is our mission to help people find solutions to their unique and diverse problems. We work hard to restore hope, and to find solutions. We approach our work with compassion and no judgement. We have offices in Cedar Rapids, Marengo, Marshalltown, and Washington.
My practice prioritizes helping individuals build awareness, gain new insights, and understand themselves in ways that lead to creating a deeper sense of safety, trust, and compassion for oneself and others.
A few examples of how our time could be used:
- explore how your past influences behaviors and perceptions
- enhance awareness on your mind and body connection
- establish goals that guide you to the life you want
I can help with chronic stress, trauma, relationship and family issues, anxiety, perinatal loss and mood disorders, and ADHD.
My practice prioritizes helping individuals build awareness, gain new insights, and understand themselves in ways that lead to creating a deeper sense of safety, trust, and compassion for oneself and others.
A few examples of how our time could be used:
- explore how your past influences behaviors and perceptions
- enhance awareness on your mind and body connection
- establish goals that guide you to the life you want
I can help with chronic stress, trauma, relationship and family issues, anxiety, perinatal loss and mood disorders, and ADHD.
Finding a therapist who truly sees you and meets you where you are can make all the difference. I strive to create a space where you can show up as your authentic self—without judgment, without pretense. Whether you're navigating personal challenges or feeling the weight of societal pressures, you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we can explore your unique experiences, build coping strategies, and work toward a sense of healing and empowerment.
Finding a therapist who truly sees you and meets you where you are can make all the difference. I strive to create a space where you can show up as your authentic self—without judgment, without pretense. Whether you're navigating personal challenges or feeling the weight of societal pressures, you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we can explore your unique experiences, build coping strategies, and work toward a sense of healing and empowerment.
I believe everyone has a story that matters, and everyone deserves a space where they can share it without judgment. I work with adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges—whether that’s anxiety, depression, stress, relationship struggles, or simply wanting to build healthier habits and patterns.
I believe everyone has a story that matters, and everyone deserves a space where they can share it without judgment. I work with adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life’s challenges—whether that’s anxiety, depression, stress, relationship struggles, or simply wanting to build healthier habits and patterns.
Aurora Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Washington, IA 52353
Not accepting new clients
Dawn Keith, LMHC, is a trauma therapist and the owner of Aurora Counseling and Wellness. She is dedicated to helping clients heal from trauma, cultivate self-love and acceptance, and build a life worth living.
Dawn specializes in evidence-based, trauma-focused approaches, including EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and trauma-informed Hypnotherapy. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in developing skills for emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Dawn Keith, LMHC, is a trauma therapist and the owner of Aurora Counseling and Wellness. She is dedicated to helping clients heal from trauma, cultivate self-love and acceptance, and build a life worth living.
Dawn specializes in evidence-based, trauma-focused approaches, including EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and trauma-informed Hypnotherapy. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support clients in developing skills for emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
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Starting therapy is one of the best ways to care for yourself and I'm here to support you. Therapy is a place where you can be yourself, talk through life's challenges, and practice skills to find your inner strength. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, bringing a thoughtful and genuine approach to our work together. Whether you or your child are facing anxiety, grief, relationship stress, or feeling stuck, my goal is to create a space that feels safe and free from judgement. Connection, honesty, and humor are powerful tools for growth.
Starting therapy is one of the best ways to care for yourself and I'm here to support you. Therapy is a place where you can be yourself, talk through life's challenges, and practice skills to find your inner strength. I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, bringing a thoughtful and genuine approach to our work together. Whether you or your child are facing anxiety, grief, relationship stress, or feeling stuck, my goal is to create a space that feels safe and free from judgement. Connection, honesty, and humor are powerful tools for growth.
Finding the right therapist is incredibly important and I strive to create a non-judgmental and safe therapeutic environment. I work primarily with individual adult clients with a specialization in working with emerging adult women (ages 18 - 30). Within therapy, I focus on understanding your emotions, expressing your emotions in a healthy and constructive way, relationships, and how early childhood and family experiences have affected you so you are better able to create healthy coping mechanisms for the stresses of daily life.
Finding the right therapist is incredibly important and I strive to create a non-judgmental and safe therapeutic environment. I work primarily with individual adult clients with a specialization in working with emerging adult women (ages 18 - 30). Within therapy, I focus on understanding your emotions, expressing your emotions in a healthy and constructive way, relationships, and how early childhood and family experiences have affected you so you are better able to create healthy coping mechanisms for the stresses of daily life.
I treat individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am experienced working with individuals struggling with Eating Disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder. I also treat Mood Disorders, Anxiety, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Additionally, I provide relationship coaching services to individuals and couples. I work with clients to provide individualized care with an emphasis upon mindfulness, respect and empowerment. I am interested in working with the community to provide Eating Disorder awareness and prevention programs for schools, colleges and professionals.
I treat individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am experienced working with individuals struggling with Eating Disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder. I also treat Mood Disorders, Anxiety, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Additionally, I provide relationship coaching services to individuals and couples. I work with clients to provide individualized care with an emphasis upon mindfulness, respect and empowerment. I am interested in working with the community to provide Eating Disorder awareness and prevention programs for schools, colleges and professionals.
I believe that when someone seeks therapy, they are reaching out because they want to move forward, feel less stuck, or find new ways to live well. I hold deep conviction that a meaningful, valued life is possible for anyone—even in the presence of disability, chronic pain or illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, or overwhelming life stress. I see psychotherapy as a collaborative space where we can discover the right pace and rhythm for facing those challenges: sometimes steady and gentle, sometimes more active and focused, always tailored to the person in front of me.
I believe that when someone seeks therapy, they are reaching out because they want to move forward, feel less stuck, or find new ways to live well. I hold deep conviction that a meaningful, valued life is possible for anyone—even in the presence of disability, chronic pain or illness, depression, anxiety, trauma, or overwhelming life stress. I see psychotherapy as a collaborative space where we can discover the right pace and rhythm for facing those challenges: sometimes steady and gentle, sometimes more active and focused, always tailored to the person in front of me.
Abby supports individuals aged 16 and above dealing with various mental health challenges like eating disorders, sports-related performance anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and prenatal-postnatal concerns. She specializes in working with athletes at high school, college, and professional levels. Abby employs therapeutic approaches including CBT-E, IPT, FBT, and ACT. She has presented at athletic conventions, emphasizing preventive care for eating disorders among athletes, and is passionate about raising awareness of mental health in the athletic community.
Abby supports individuals aged 16 and above dealing with various mental health challenges like eating disorders, sports-related performance anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and prenatal-postnatal concerns. She specializes in working with athletes at high school, college, and professional levels. Abby employs therapeutic approaches including CBT-E, IPT, FBT, and ACT. She has presented at athletic conventions, emphasizing preventive care for eating disorders among athletes, and is passionate about raising awareness of mental health in the athletic community.
Midlife is a time of growth and change for many women. Relationships, responsibilities, and roles may be shifting at the same time that physical and emotional challenges arise. While there is great potential for fulfillment and learning in times of flux, the impact on one’s sense of self, self-confidence, and identity can feel pretty destabilizing. If this sounds like your experience, and you are looking for a supportive, compassionate place to navigate these changes and challenges, we should talk!
Midlife is a time of growth and change for many women. Relationships, responsibilities, and roles may be shifting at the same time that physical and emotional challenges arise. While there is great potential for fulfillment and learning in times of flux, the impact on one’s sense of self, self-confidence, and identity can feel pretty destabilizing. If this sounds like your experience, and you are looking for a supportive, compassionate place to navigate these changes and challenges, we should talk!
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.
I’m a Licensed Independent Social Worker providing individual psychotherapy to adults 18+, specializing in ADHD. I work collaboratively to help clients understand the contexts shaping their lives, build on strengths, and discover new ways to live with greater balance and authenticity. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central to healing, and I strive to create a safe, inclusive space where vulnerability is met with empathy. I especially enjoy working with young adults, college students, and those newly diagnosed with ADHD. As an ADHDer myself, I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience.
I’m a Licensed Independent Social Worker providing individual psychotherapy to adults 18+, specializing in ADHD. I work collaboratively to help clients understand the contexts shaping their lives, build on strengths, and discover new ways to live with greater balance and authenticity. I believe the therapeutic relationship is central to healing, and I strive to create a safe, inclusive space where vulnerability is met with empathy. I especially enjoy working with young adults, college students, and those newly diagnosed with ADHD. As an ADHDer myself, I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience.
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Women's Issues Therapists
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.