Kelly Binkowski
Counselor, BSN, MSN, LMHCt
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (515) 882-6437
Available both in-person and online
823 Wheeler Street Suite 10 (around corner behind G'Angelo's) Ames, IA 50010
I’m passionate about helping people process trauma and navigate life’s challenges in a space that feels safe, supportive, and grounded. I especially love working with women across all stages of life—whether you’re in college, navigating pregnancy or postpartum, facing infertility, adjusting to motherhood, or working through relationship and marriage transitions.
I also have a heart for supporting first responders—including police officers and firefighters—who carry the weight of trauma and need a place to process, decompress, and feel understood.
I enjoy working with teens (15+) as they learn to navigate life's challenges !
Education/Training
MSN: Women’s Health from University of Nebraska Medical Center (2011)
MS: Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grandview University (2025)
EMDR Basic Trained through EMDRIA approved trainer
Level 1 IFS Trained
B.S: Kinesiology from Iowa State University (2007)
B.S: Nursing from Creighton University (2008)
Life can feel overwhelming at times—especially when you’re carrying pain, loss, or pressure that others may not fully see or understand. You might find yourself trying to hold it all together while quietly struggling on the inside. If that’s where you are, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Reaching out for help can feel like a big step—but I can help!
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Kelly Binkowski now - (515) 882-6437
Let's Connect (515) 882-6437
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $195
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 132218 Kelly Binkowski
- Degree/Diploma from University of Nebraska Medical Center Master's in Women's Health / 2011
- Degree/Diploma from Creighton University Bachelor's of Science in Nursing / 2008
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Anxiety
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- ADHD
- Burnout
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- First Responders
- Grief
- Infertility
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Sports Performance
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
Location
Primary Location
Vivant: Live Well
823 Wheeler Street
Suite 10 (around corner behind G'Angelo's)
Ames, IA 50010
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