Des Moines
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Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
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Kathryn Brown

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
3209 Ingersoll Avenue Suite 100 Des Moines, IA 50312
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If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward, you’re not alone, especially for women and people in the LGBTQ+ community. You may have worries and fears about the world around you and the pressure to “do everything right.” This might lead to overthinking, people-pleasing, or struggling to clearly express your needs and wants. Together we’ll create a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what’s happening inside. My goal is to help you feel more connected to yourself, communicate more confidently, and build relationships that feel more authentic and fulfilling.
I can help you understand and shift the internal patterns that keep you feeling stuck while honoring the protective parts of you that have helped you cope. Together, we’ll reconnect with your inner Self, a steady and compassionate presence that supports healing, clarity, and meaningful change.
I believe therapy should be a place where all parts of you are welcome, including pain, humor, complexity, and growth. I’ll meet you wherever you are in your journey. If you’re ready to relate to yourself and others in a new way, I invite you to reach out. You can visit the Prairie Wellness website to request an appointment.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3209 Ingersoll Avenue

Suite 100

Des Moines, IA 50312 map
My website
I offer therapy sessions in-person or via telehealth. I am in the office most weekdays.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Kathryn Brown
Photo of Kathryn Brown, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3209 Ingersoll Avenue

Suite 100

Des Moines, IA 50312 map
My website
I offer therapy sessions in-person or via telehealth. I am in the office most weekdays.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Midlands Choice
  • Wellmark BCBS
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Midlands Choice which includes Cigna and Health Partners insurance. I can provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions!
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Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
with questions.
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I am in-network for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Midlands Choice which includes Cigna and Health Partners insurance. I can provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions!
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Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
with questions.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 083546 Kathryn Brown

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work, Graduated 2016

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with National Association of Social Workers
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I have completed the Level One training for Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy and have completed a training for Complex Trauma with IFS.
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Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
with questions.
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I have completed the Level One training for Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy and have completed a training for Complex Trauma with IFS.
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Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
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Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) is my primary specialty, thoughtfully integrated with somatic and nervous system practices to support healing from the inside out. IFS recognizes that we are naturally made up of many parts that hold their own wisdom, intention, and value. Through gentle curiosity and compassionate exploration, this approach helps you reconnect with the steady, wise presence within.
Photo of Kathryn Brown, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
with questions.
"
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is my primary specialty, thoughtfully integrated with somatic and nervous system practices to support healing from the inside out. IFS recognizes that we are naturally made up of many parts that hold their own wisdom, intention, and value. Through gentle curiosity and compassionate exploration, this approach helps you reconnect with the steady, wise presence within.
Photo of Kathryn Brown, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
with questions.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Intersex Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Intersex Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindful Self-Compassion
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma- Informed
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I often use Internal Family Systems therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then we will make a plan together of how you would like to reach your goals. In sessions, I may ask you to bring attention to how your body feels while you talk about something, or invite you to bring some tenderness to areas you are overly self critical.
Photo of Kathryn Brown, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
with questions.
"
I often use Internal Family Systems therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then we will make a plan together of how you would like to reach your goals. In sessions, I may ask you to bring attention to how your body feels while you talk about something, or invite you to bring some tenderness to areas you are overly self critical.
Photo of Kathryn Brown, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

3209 Ingersoll Avenue

Suite 100

Des Moines, IA 50312

Email Me

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Nearby Areas

Cities

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I offer therapy sessions in-person or via telehealth. I am in the office most weekdays.
Photo of Kathryn Brown, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person or via telehealth. I am in the office most weekdays.
Photo of Kathryn Brown, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Kathryn Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW