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Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC

Iowa Family Counseling

Counselor, LMHC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
7 Endorsed
409 B Avenue, Kalona, IA 52247
Let's Connect (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Welcome to Iowa Family Counseling! We're a team of experienced clinicians dedicated to providing holistic and personalized care to all. With diverse expertise, we're here to support you on your journey towards mental wellness, offering genuine, empathetic and collaborative mental healthcare for all, across rural Iowa. Reach out today to start your path to healing!
Elisa Lyons, LMHC is the Owner and Director of the practice with a specialty in utilizing EMDR in treating trauma and abuse survivors. Additional clinicians include: Latasha Cardenas, LISW, with special interest in neuroscience and teaching clients about the brain; Christine Grothe, tLMHC, specializing in grief and those living with chronic illnesses.
Tori Dennis, tLMHC is the practice's newest clinician, with special interest in working with client's struggling with suicidal ideation and/or self-harm. We provide services via tele-therapy, in office and within local school districts, with evening and Saturday appointments available.
Call or Iowa Family Counseling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (319) 271-1310

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Iowa Family Counseling

409 B Avenue

Kalona, IA 52247

(319) 271-1310
Sessions can be held at our office, online or within one of our local partnered school districts. We have evening & Saturday openings, too!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Suicidal Ideation 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Iowa Family Counseling

409 B Avenue

Kalona, IA 52247

(319) 271-1310
Sessions can be held at our office, online or within one of our local partnered school districts. We have evening & Saturday openings, too!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Suicidal Ideation 
$145 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $145
  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Amerigroup - Hawki
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • EAP
  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Iowa Total Care- Hawki
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Midlands Choice
  • Molina of Iowa
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • VA Community Care Network (CCN)
  • Wellmark BCBS
  • Wellpoint | Amerigroup
  • Out of Network
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We charge the client's card on file for any copay, co-insurance, or deductible on the date session was completed, unless prearranged.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
"
We charge the client's card on file for any copay, co-insurance, or deductible on the date session was completed, unless prearranged.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC

Qualifications

    Counselor: Elisa Lyons

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 001659 Elisa Lyons
  • Membership with Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association
  • Certificate from Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki Holy Fire 1st & 2nd Degree / 2021
  • Attended University of Iowa, Graduated 2013
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All clinicians are MA level and have an active license within the state of Iowa.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
"
All clinicians are MA level and have an active license within the state of Iowa.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Grief
  • Suicidal Ideation

Expertise

  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • LGBTQ+
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
"
Therapeutic goals are collaboratively established with Clinician and reviewed regularly addressing all domains of wellness. We pride ourselves on taking a holistic approach with ongoing communication with client's doctors and/or teachers (with consent) for a well-rounded treatment plan and journey for healing.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
"
Therapeutic goals are collaboratively established with Clinician and reviewed regularly addressing all domains of wellness. We pride ourselves on taking a holistic approach with ongoing communication with client's doctors and/or teachers (with consent) for a well-rounded treatment plan and journey for healing.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC

7 Endorsements

Melissa Paulsen
Melissa Paulsen
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFTRPT-S
Elisa is a compassionate and understanding therapist who wants you to succeed in meeting your therapeutic goals! You will love working with her!
Valerie Marsh
Valerie Marsh
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
I have worked with Elisa Lyons at Life Connections, and she is an ultimate professional as well as a very knowledgeable and caring supervisor. A great person to have on your team!

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Each Clinician has their preferred approach and modality for therapy, with overarching aspects of person-centered therapy (PCT) throughout our sessions, particularly unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding. Visit our website to learn the specifics of each Clinician.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
"
Each Clinician has their preferred approach and modality for therapy, with overarching aspects of person-centered therapy (PCT) throughout our sessions, particularly unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding. Visit our website to learn the specifics of each Clinician.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Iowa Family Counseling

409 B Avenue

Kalona, IA 52247

(319) 271-1310
"
Sessions can be held at our office, online or within one of our local partnered school districts. We have evening & Saturday openings, too!
Call for a free consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
"
Sessions can be held at our office, online or within one of our local partnered school districts. We have evening & Saturday openings, too!
Call for a free consultation now - (319) 271-1310
Photo of Elisa Lyons - Iowa Family Counseling , LMHC, Counselor
Iowa Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC