West Des Moines
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Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
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Katie Suddarth

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC (she, her)

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1501 42nd Street, suite 445, West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 709-4520
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I use a trauma informed attachment lens to work with clients in my practice and utilize Emotion Focused techniques for individuals, couples, and families. Therapy should be a place where you can show up as yourself (sometimes a more true version than you can in your day to day) with someone who will support you with compassion and honesty. I have completed the Gottman level 1 training for work with couples, and training in Emotion Focused Therapy, and I am also trained in EMDR as a way to find relief from trauma.
I enjoy working with individuals, as well as supporting the complexity of a relationship between two people, such as couples or family work. I believe that everyone deserves to understand themselves better which is the first step to creating the change you want to see in your life.
Take the first step to help. Call or Katie Suddarth now - (515) 709-4520

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1501 42nd Street

suite 445

West Des Moines, IA 50266 map

 (515) 709-4520
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (515) 709-4520
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1501 42nd Street

suite 445

West Des Moines, IA 50266 map

 (515) 709-4520
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Wellmark BCBS
  • Wellpoint | Amerigroup
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (515) 709-4520
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (515) 709-4520

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Iowa / 124501 Supervised by Rebecca Williams (Iowa / 008133) Kathleen Suddarth

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of Northern Iowa, Masters of Social Work in Trauma Informed Care, Graduated 2024

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Certification Board for Music Therapists 08517 / 2007
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I have 15 years of experience working with children and families facing a variety of challenges. I use a variety of interventions to meet client's individual needs.
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
or call with questions - (515) 709-4520
"
I have 15 years of experience working with children and families facing a variety of challenges. I use a variety of interventions to meet client's individual needs.
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
or call with questions - (515) 709-4520

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I regularly communicate with people both inside and outside of session to make sure that everyone involved is aligned on what we are working to achieve in therapy. I believe understanding the problem is a big part of creating change and finding relief and support quickly.
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
or call with questions - (515) 709-4520
"
I regularly communicate with people both inside and outside of session to make sure that everyone involved is aligned on what we are working to achieve in therapy. I believe understanding the problem is a big part of creating change and finding relief and support quickly.
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
or call with questions - (515) 709-4520

Client Focus

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Age

Toddler , 
Children (6 to 10) , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Music Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a lot of education in my practice. I think it's important for people to understand their own brains and bodies to encourage feelings of ownership and autonomy in your mental health care. Many of us haven't had the opportunity to learn about our feelings, or emotions, and our nervous systems, so education is a big piece of how I support clients.
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
or call with questions - (515) 709-4520
"
I use a lot of education in my practice. I think it's important for people to understand their own brains and bodies to encourage feelings of ownership and autonomy in your mental health care. Many of us haven't had the opportunity to learn about our feelings, or emotions, and our nervous systems, so education is a big piece of how I support clients.
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
or call with questions - (515) 709-4520

Location

Primary Location

1501 42nd Street

suite 445

West Des Moines, IA 50266

(515) 709-4520

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Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (515) 709-4520
Photo of Katie Suddarth, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Katie Suddarth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (515) 709-4520