John Michael Cilek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
10 Endorsed
421 East Market Street, Iowa City, IA 52245
Let's Connect (319) 670-2942

Now accepting new clients (UI Gradcare, SHIP, UIChoice) - near campus in Northside of Iowa City & on bus routes > For so many of us, life can be overwhelming, disorienting, and difficult. In working with you, my hope is to have an opportunity to slow down, to be curious, and to uncover deeper meaning and connections within ourselves and in relating to others. Your particular knowledge, challenges, experiences, and expertise will be listened to carefully and sensitively responded to with transparency, kindness, and compassion. It is my commitment to greet you in each session with trust, a calm presence, and unconditional hospitality.
I approach therapy through relational, collaborative, and existential frameworks. I am drawn to working with stories and metaphors for the ways they may provide access to emotions and language to better understand who we are, what matters, and how we find - or rediscover - energy and comfort, particularly in the context of life transitions, grief, and loss.
I have a Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mount Mercy University. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families - offering therapy services that are affirming and welcoming to all. I appreciate your interest and earnestly look forward to being there alongside you in the process of dialogue, meaning-making, and growth.
Call or Email John Michael Cilek now for a free 15 minute consultation - (319) 670-2942
Let's Connect (319) 670-2942

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $158
- Couple Sessions $158
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Wellmark BCBS
John Michael Cilek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (319) 670-2942
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 120051 John Michael Cilek
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Mount Mercy University, Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2023
- Membership with AAMFT 241296 / 2022
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
John Michael Cilek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (319) 670-2942
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Transitions
- Grief
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Caregiving & Service Work Support
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Family Conflict
- LGBTQ+
- Men's Issues
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Spirituality
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Work and Career Issues
John Michael Cilek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (319) 670-2942
10 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Relational
John Michael Cilek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (319) 670-2942
Location
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John Michael Cilek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (319) 670-2942