Attachment-based Therapists in West Des Moines, IA
I am a child therapist providing services for children & adolescents ages 3-18. I work with the individual and family in areas relating to adjustment, anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, behavioral outbursts, grief, emotional regulation, trauma, family dynamics, intellectual disabilities, PANDAS, and developmental disorders. I use expressive therapy techniques to provide a safe space for rapport building & emotional processing. I teach individuals ways to effectively identify triggers, use mindfulness, express emotions/needs, & implement coping strategies to self-regulate.
I am a child therapist providing services for children & adolescents ages 3-18. I work with the individual and family in areas relating to adjustment, anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, behavioral outbursts, grief, emotional regulation, trauma, family dynamics, intellectual disabilities, PANDAS, and developmental disorders. I use expressive therapy techniques to provide a safe space for rapport building & emotional processing. I teach individuals ways to effectively identify triggers, use mindfulness, express emotions/needs, & implement coping strategies to self-regulate.
Whether you are facing life-changing circumstances, finally facing an ongoing issue and ready to change, or simply need an objective sounding board, reaching out to a therapist is a courageous step. We will work together to explore what underlies the difficulties you face and collaborate to find solutions and mechanisms for coping. In therapy we will work together to develop a trusting relationship so that you feel safe enough to express your most authentic and vulnerable self.
Whether you are facing life-changing circumstances, finally facing an ongoing issue and ready to change, or simply need an objective sounding board, reaching out to a therapist is a courageous step. We will work together to explore what underlies the difficulties you face and collaborate to find solutions and mechanisms for coping. In therapy we will work together to develop a trusting relationship so that you feel safe enough to express your most authentic and vulnerable self.
I believe therapy is a way to enrich life in general, to enhance the enjoyable, and to understand and move through the painful. I think life is better in supportive company and that is why I am a therapist. I am fascinated with the multilayer complexity of life; in integrating the mind, body, heart, and spirit, as well as the richness of people and culture. I enjoy building connections with clients and exploring what brought them to therapy, how their history informs their present situation, and how needs and emotions are communicated. In essence, I’m thoughtful about how life is experienced, assimilated, digested and observed.
I believe therapy is a way to enrich life in general, to enhance the enjoyable, and to understand and move through the painful. I think life is better in supportive company and that is why I am a therapist. I am fascinated with the multilayer complexity of life; in integrating the mind, body, heart, and spirit, as well as the richness of people and culture. I enjoy building connections with clients and exploring what brought them to therapy, how their history informs their present situation, and how needs and emotions are communicated. In essence, I’m thoughtful about how life is experienced, assimilated, digested and observed.
It is my belief that everyone has the potential to grow. I am passionate about creating a safe space while empowering clients to identify and explore their emotional experiences, so they can live healthier and more satisfying lives.
It is my belief that everyone has the potential to grow. I am passionate about creating a safe space while empowering clients to identify and explore their emotional experiences, so they can live healthier and more satisfying lives.
As a clinical therapist, my foremost commitment is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals seeking support in managing a wide array of mental health issues. Facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, or personality disorders, my focus is on providing comprehensive treatment tailored to your specific needs. You can trust that I am committed to walking alongside you, offering evidence-based interventions aimed at fostering positive change and promoting your overall well-being.
As a clinical therapist, my foremost commitment is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals seeking support in managing a wide array of mental health issues. Facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, or personality disorders, my focus is on providing comprehensive treatment tailored to your specific needs. You can trust that I am committed to walking alongside you, offering evidence-based interventions aimed at fostering positive change and promoting your overall well-being.
Kaitlyn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize an attachment-based, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered approaches in my practice, as I believe you are the expert of your own life and your stories deserve to be told in a safe, inviting, and validating environment.
I work with individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and relationship struggles. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs—drawing from evidence-based practices to help you gain insight, build resilience, and move forward with intention. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or simply seeking to grow, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and clarity.
I utilize an attachment-based, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered approaches in my practice, as I believe you are the expert of your own life and your stories deserve to be told in a safe, inviting, and validating environment.
I work with individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and relationship struggles. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs—drawing from evidence-based practices to help you gain insight, build resilience, and move forward with intention. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or simply seeking to grow, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and clarity.
Serving adults and teens, I know the challenges and transitions we face in life can be overwhelming. It can be so difficult to feel whole and healthy after experiencing hardship, trauma, anxiety, depression, or high levels of stress. If you-or someone you love-is feeling stuck, ungrounded, or overwhelmed, I offer guidance to heal deeply. Using techniques that address body/mind/soul, I invite you to heal in a way that honors all that you are, & all that you've been through. With the right support, the severity of symptoms of ADHD, depression & anxiety, life transitions, grief, or other struggles can be reduced.
Serving adults and teens, I know the challenges and transitions we face in life can be overwhelming. It can be so difficult to feel whole and healthy after experiencing hardship, trauma, anxiety, depression, or high levels of stress. If you-or someone you love-is feeling stuck, ungrounded, or overwhelmed, I offer guidance to heal deeply. Using techniques that address body/mind/soul, I invite you to heal in a way that honors all that you are, & all that you've been through. With the right support, the severity of symptoms of ADHD, depression & anxiety, life transitions, grief, or other struggles can be reduced.
Welcome! I'm so honored that you're here. You have already started on a journey of healing and if/when you're ready for more support, I'd be honored to join you. At some point, we all go through difficult life transitions or experiences. Perhaps you are feeling discouraged, confused, stuck, or frustrated with the patterns you're noticing in your behavior, relationships, or careers. Perhaps you've had trauma, a painful childhood, difficult relationships or loss. Exploring these experiences and patterns with compassion and curiosity can bring so much clarity and pave the way for deep healing and change.
Welcome! I'm so honored that you're here. You have already started on a journey of healing and if/when you're ready for more support, I'd be honored to join you. At some point, we all go through difficult life transitions or experiences. Perhaps you are feeling discouraged, confused, stuck, or frustrated with the patterns you're noticing in your behavior, relationships, or careers. Perhaps you've had trauma, a painful childhood, difficult relationships or loss. Exploring these experiences and patterns with compassion and curiosity can bring so much clarity and pave the way for deep healing and change.
My name is Lindsey Hays and I’m a licensed mental health therapist with over 15 years
of experience supporting individuals in achieving emotional well-being and personal
growth.
My name is Lindsey Hays and I’m a licensed mental health therapist with over 15 years
of experience supporting individuals in achieving emotional well-being and personal
growth.
Are you navigating a challenging transition, struggling with relationships, or trying to build a stronger sense of purpose and direction? Change can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it’s also an opportunity for growth. Whether you’re new to therapy or returning after past experiences, I can help you set realistic goals and move through the stages of change at a pace that feels right. I especially value supporting other therapists who are seeking a safe space to explore their own needs and growth. My goal is to help clients build confidence, clarity, and lasting strategies for creating the life they want.
Are you navigating a challenging transition, struggling with relationships, or trying to build a stronger sense of purpose and direction? Change can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it’s also an opportunity for growth. Whether you’re new to therapy or returning after past experiences, I can help you set realistic goals and move through the stages of change at a pace that feels right. I especially value supporting other therapists who are seeking a safe space to explore their own needs and growth. My goal is to help clients build confidence, clarity, and lasting strategies for creating the life they want.
I believe in honoring the whole person while grounding my work in evidence-based and holistic approaches. Drawing from interpersonal and transpersonal psychotherapy, EMDR, trauma-informed care, and attachment-focused interventions, I create space for clients to access their natural strengths and inner resilience. As a developmental specialist, trauma and EMDR specialist, and attachment-focused therapist, I am committed to walking alongside each individual with compassion, wisdom, and respect, helping them reclaim their power and move toward lasting healing and growth.
I believe in honoring the whole person while grounding my work in evidence-based and holistic approaches. Drawing from interpersonal and transpersonal psychotherapy, EMDR, trauma-informed care, and attachment-focused interventions, I create space for clients to access their natural strengths and inner resilience. As a developmental specialist, trauma and EMDR specialist, and attachment-focused therapist, I am committed to walking alongside each individual with compassion, wisdom, and respect, helping them reclaim their power and move toward lasting healing and growth.
Hi, I'm Shatai, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Exhale Therapy and Wellness. I am passionate about creating a space where clients feel comfortable being their authentic selves while working toward growth, healing, and emotional well-being—one breath at a time.
I believe therapy is about more than overcoming challenges; it's about building self-awareness, resilience, and confidence in your ability to navigate life's ups and downs. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I also believe humor has a place in therapy, and when appropriate, I use it to help foster connection, perspective, and healing.
Hi, I'm Shatai, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Exhale Therapy and Wellness. I am passionate about creating a space where clients feel comfortable being their authentic selves while working toward growth, healing, and emotional well-being—one breath at a time.
I believe therapy is about more than overcoming challenges; it's about building self-awareness, resilience, and confidence in your ability to navigate life's ups and downs. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I also believe humor has a place in therapy, and when appropriate, I use it to help foster connection, perspective, and healing.
Life can feel heavy—whether you're facing stress, a major life shift, or challenges you can't quite name. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. Therapy offers a space to reflect, reconnect, and heal. I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and care, helping you find clarity.
I work with individuals ages 4 and up, using age-appropriate approaches. For children, I incorporate play therapy to support expression, emotional awareness, and coping skills. With adolescents and adults, I provide a space to explore challenges directly, at your pace, and in a way that respects your experience.
Life can feel heavy—whether you're facing stress, a major life shift, or challenges you can't quite name. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. Therapy offers a space to reflect, reconnect, and heal. I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion and care, helping you find clarity.
I work with individuals ages 4 and up, using age-appropriate approaches. For children, I incorporate play therapy to support expression, emotional awareness, and coping skills. With adolescents and adults, I provide a space to explore challenges directly, at your pace, and in a way that respects your experience.
I am honored to sit with children, teens, and families in a space where they are able to share their life’s journey and enter the work of healing and restoring relationships. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and families as a special education teacher prior to entering into the counseling field. I have experience working with diverse populations and needs.
I am honored to sit with children, teens, and families in a space where they are able to share their life’s journey and enter the work of healing and restoring relationships. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and families as a special education teacher prior to entering into the counseling field. I have experience working with diverse populations and needs.
Trauma Therapist for High-Functioning Adults – West Des Moines-
On the outside, you manage work and responsibilities. Inside, you feel anxious, reactive, shut down, or exhausted from holding it all together. I help high-functioning adults heal from complex trauma, medical trauma, relationship trauma, and childhood emotional neglect. Using trauma-informed CBT and IFS, we focus on regulating your nervous system and creating lasting change — not just insight, but real relief. Weekday daytime openings (9–4)
Trauma Therapist for High-Functioning Adults – West Des Moines-
On the outside, you manage work and responsibilities. Inside, you feel anxious, reactive, shut down, or exhausted from holding it all together. I help high-functioning adults heal from complex trauma, medical trauma, relationship trauma, and childhood emotional neglect. Using trauma-informed CBT and IFS, we focus on regulating your nervous system and creating lasting change — not just insight, but real relief. Weekday daytime openings (9–4)
We have all been through transitions where our sense of wholeness and balance have been in need of healing. For over 28 years it has been an honor to hold that space for clients as they process life's more challenging issues from abuse, trauma, shame and broken relationships to everyday life stress and self-esteem. I look forward to hearing your story and helping you re-discover your best self. I enjoy working with families, parents, couples and individuals with diverse issues. I welcome the opportunity for our paths to cross! I am excited to announce the expansion of my practice with the addition of many exceptional therapists!
We have all been through transitions where our sense of wholeness and balance have been in need of healing. For over 28 years it has been an honor to hold that space for clients as they process life's more challenging issues from abuse, trauma, shame and broken relationships to everyday life stress and self-esteem. I look forward to hearing your story and helping you re-discover your best self. I enjoy working with families, parents, couples and individuals with diverse issues. I welcome the opportunity for our paths to cross! I am excited to announce the expansion of my practice with the addition of many exceptional therapists!
I align with a client-centered, strengths-based approach and utilize CBT and mindfulness skills during sessions. I aim to affirm clients’ emotions while challenging them to explore possible alternatives when approaching difficult situations. I incorporate humor and laughter into therapy sessions when appropriate, as this can be helpful and healing.
I align with a client-centered, strengths-based approach and utilize CBT and mindfulness skills during sessions. I aim to affirm clients’ emotions while challenging them to explore possible alternatives when approaching difficult situations. I incorporate humor and laughter into therapy sessions when appropriate, as this can be helpful and healing.
I want to help clients identify and resolve issues in their lives that might get in the way of realizing their full potential. This could include improving themselves in their career, their relationships, or their overall quality of life. I am very interested in treating issues pertaining to trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
I want to help clients identify and resolve issues in their lives that might get in the way of realizing their full potential. This could include improving themselves in their career, their relationships, or their overall quality of life. I am very interested in treating issues pertaining to trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
Healing is not just about reducing symptoms. It is about reconnecting with yourself, understanding the patterns and experiences that have shaped you, and learning to live with greater presence, alignment, and wholeness. My work centers around non-traditional talk therapy, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), and the integration of journeywork, integrative healing, and the exploration of consciousness. I work especially well with individuals who are open to looking beyond surface-level change and are curious about the deeper relationship between the mind, body, soul, and the nature of human experience itself.
Healing is not just about reducing symptoms. It is about reconnecting with yourself, understanding the patterns and experiences that have shaped you, and learning to live with greater presence, alignment, and wholeness. My work centers around non-traditional talk therapy, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), and the integration of journeywork, integrative healing, and the exploration of consciousness. I work especially well with individuals who are open to looking beyond surface-level change and are curious about the deeper relationship between the mind, body, soul, and the nature of human experience itself.
Are you seeking a space where you can truly breathe; a place where you are free to unpack life’s heaviness without judgment, and where healing feels possible? If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, religious wounds or a major life transition, you don’t have to navigate it alone. With a focus on working with women 18+ my style is warm, collaborative, and rooted in genuine connection. I integrate trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches like Person-Centered Therapy, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR to create a space where you feel understood, accepted and empowered.
Are you seeking a space where you can truly breathe; a place where you are free to unpack life’s heaviness without judgment, and where healing feels possible? If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, religious wounds or a major life transition, you don’t have to navigate it alone. With a focus on working with women 18+ my style is warm, collaborative, and rooted in genuine connection. I integrate trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches like Person-Centered Therapy, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR to create a space where you feel understood, accepted and empowered.
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Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.