Kate
Pre-Licensed Professional (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (515) 882-2564

You might be the person everyone relies on, the steady one who stays calm, manages big responsibilities, and keeps moving forward. But inside, you are carrying a quiet burnout, self-doubt, or grief. Whether you are navigating a major life transition, processing loss, or recovering after years of prioritizing others, you don’t have to carry it alone. You aren't sick, broken, or failing. You are human, responding to a demanding world. Together, we’ll make sense of what you are experiencing, honor your pain, and explore how to build a deeply meaningful life grounded in what truly matters to you, moving at a safe pace.
I specialize in grief, traumatic loss, relational stress, and helping adults navigate life transitions. Having spent over a decade as a pharmacist before counseling, I bring a grounded understanding of high-stakes stress, caregiver fatigue, and physical burnout. I also welcome parents navigating the unimaginable loss of a child.
Seeking therapy isn’t about fixing a flaw. It’s about giving yourself a dedicated space to process life's challenges, gain clarity, and catch your breath. You deserve a place where you can show up as you are, without the pressure to have it all together. When you are ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out.
Call or Email Kate Vilsack now for a free 15 minute consultation - (515) 882-2564
Let's Connect (515) 882-2564

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $50
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Kate Vilsack
Pre-Licensed Professional
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 882-2564
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Julie Roché (Iowa / 086684) Kate Vilsack
- Membership with Iowa Mental Health Counselors Association (IMCHA) I-0L5EMYF5GL0W / 2026
- Membership with Chi Sigma Iota (CSI) Honor Society 110539 / 2026
Additional Credentials
Kate Vilsack
Pre-Licensed Professional
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 882-2564
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Grief
- Caregivers
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- First Responders
- Peer Relationships
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Kate Vilsack
Pre-Licensed Professional
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 882-2564
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
Kate Vilsack
Pre-Licensed Professional
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 882-2564