Life Coaching Therapists in Story County, IA
Kyle M Crist
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, BA, tCADC, LSC
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50010
My ideal substance abuse client is someone who acknowledges their addiction, seeks recovery, and desires positive change. Their issues include addiction struggles, broken relationships, and physical/mental health concerns. They need professional support, a safe space for healing, and coping strategies. Their goals are sobriety, renewed relationships, and overall well-being. They want to regain control of their life, mend bonds, and lead a healthier, happier future for themselves and their loved ones.
My ideal substance abuse client is someone who acknowledges their addiction, seeks recovery, and desires positive change. Their issues include addiction struggles, broken relationships, and physical/mental health concerns. They need professional support, a safe space for healing, and coping strategies. Their goals are sobriety, renewed relationships, and overall well-being. They want to regain control of their life, mend bonds, and lead a healthier, happier future for themselves and their loved ones.
Monique Jeanette Maldonado
Counselor, MACP, IADC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010
I encourage you to reach out and I will provide a safe place as you journey through life.
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Many of my clients have experienced grief and loss and simply need support working through the stages of grief. I have also served children and families. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
I encourage you to reach out and I will provide a safe place as you journey through life.
Searching for help is a courageous first step to change. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Are you looking for support in changing addictive behaviors from a non-judgmental approach? Perhaps you have experienced traumatic events that have left you feeling "stuck." Or maybe you have relationship issues and aren't sure where to go from here. Many of my clients have experienced grief and loss and simply need support working through the stages of grief. I have also served children and families. Whatever your needs, there IS hope.
Barbara Ann Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50014 (Online Only)
I have experience helping women with transitions in their life such as children leaving home, decisions about education and job changes, mid-life changes, empty nest time.
I have private practice dedicated to working with people to help them identify, clarify and resolve their issues. Adolescents through adults are treated. I also provide services to veterans and do divorce mediation. Most insurances are accepted. Appointments are available in 2-3 business days.
I have experience helping women with transitions in their life such as children leaving home, decisions about education and job changes, mid-life changes, empty nest time.
I have private practice dedicated to working with people to help them identify, clarify and resolve their issues. Adolescents through adults are treated. I also provide services to veterans and do divorce mediation. Most insurances are accepted. Appointments are available in 2-3 business days.
Kathy May
Counselor, MS, T-LMHC
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50010
Sometimes it is hard to navigate life's challenges. These challenges are often related to the connections we have with ourselves, others, and how we make sense of life events. As a therapist/counselor, my goal is to develop a safe environment where we partner to improve those connections and create healing. I believe in using warmth, honesty, humor, and current research-based methods to achieve this goal.
Sometimes it is hard to navigate life's challenges. These challenges are often related to the connections we have with ourselves, others, and how we make sense of life events. As a therapist/counselor, my goal is to develop a safe environment where we partner to improve those connections and create healing. I believe in using warmth, honesty, humor, and current research-based methods to achieve this goal.
Thomas Earl Loney
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ames, IA 50010
Does life feel like a struggle everyday, filled with with low motivation, fear, or sadness. The good news is that life does not have to be this way! We will work on disputing negative beliefs, and learning techniques that help create a positive energy and mindset that makes it possible to live a fulfilling life. I utilize an integration of cognitive behavioral (CBT), person-centered, and solution focused therapy to help you identify the thoughts, emotions and behaviors interfering with your ability to be successful and achieve the balance and self-esteem to successfully meet the challenges in life, work, and relationships.
Does life feel like a struggle everyday, filled with with low motivation, fear, or sadness. The good news is that life does not have to be this way! We will work on disputing negative beliefs, and learning techniques that help create a positive energy and mindset that makes it possible to live a fulfilling life. I utilize an integration of cognitive behavioral (CBT), person-centered, and solution focused therapy to help you identify the thoughts, emotions and behaviors interfering with your ability to be successful and achieve the balance and self-esteem to successfully meet the challenges in life, work, and relationships.
Brooks Witter
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010
"If you don't know where you're going, you may never get there." My work supports clients in getting clear with where they want to be going in life, and in learning and applying skills to take meaningful steps aligned with guiding values. I offer clients practical tools and techniques to create more flow and vitality in life. Come away from therapy with more flexibility, humor and confidence to meet life's challenges and see them as opportunities.
"If you don't know where you're going, you may never get there." My work supports clients in getting clear with where they want to be going in life, and in learning and applying skills to take meaningful steps aligned with guiding values. I offer clients practical tools and techniques to create more flow and vitality in life. Come away from therapy with more flexibility, humor and confidence to meet life's challenges and see them as opportunities.
Ankeny Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010
We have immediate openings at our Ankeny office. Our therapists are the most compassionate that you will find. We understand that the pressures in life, such as jobs, finances, marriages and other relationships can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, hopelessness and isolation. We have all had difficulties. We want to help you overcome these difficulties by listening to you and helping with solutions that can help you.
We have immediate openings at our Ankeny office. Our therapists are the most compassionate that you will find. We understand that the pressures in life, such as jobs, finances, marriages and other relationships can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, hopelessness and isolation. We have all had difficulties. We want to help you overcome these difficulties by listening to you and helping with solutions that can help you.
Erika Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50012
I am a clinical social worker providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults who are seeking a safe and welcoming environment. I believe therapy should be a collaborative approach to reaching goals and bettering your life. I value strong therapeutic relationships so that you may find it easier to trust and gain the skills you need. I want to help you strengthen your own self-awareness and see that therapy is a place for you to improve the steps you are taking to reach your goals.
I am a clinical social worker providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults who are seeking a safe and welcoming environment. I believe therapy should be a collaborative approach to reaching goals and bettering your life. I value strong therapeutic relationships so that you may find it easier to trust and gain the skills you need. I want to help you strengthen your own self-awareness and see that therapy is a place for you to improve the steps you are taking to reach your goals.
Gayle Greco
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Huxley, IA 50124
Accepting new clients. When life gets hard, it can be helpful to have a safe place to let it all out. I'd be honored to be that safe place for you. I won't judge you, I won't criticize you, and I won't leave you feeling unsure of yourself. I will, however, motivate you when you're feeling overwhelmed, comfort you when you're hurt, reassure you when others make you feel unworthy, and challenge you to think differently.
Accepting new clients. When life gets hard, it can be helpful to have a safe place to let it all out. I'd be honored to be that safe place for you. I won't judge you, I won't criticize you, and I won't leave you feeling unsure of yourself. I will, however, motivate you when you're feeling overwhelmed, comfort you when you're hurt, reassure you when others make you feel unworthy, and challenge you to think differently.
Shannon Haus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd, t-LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huxley, IA 50124
As a trauma-informed therapist utilizing EMDR, ACT, Ego State/ IFS and CBT, I emphasize the importance of acceptance, mindfulness, and commitment to values-driven actions. I support clients in working through difficult experiences, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, procrastination, indecision, and moving forward during transitional stages of life, including high school, college, graduate school, sports, retirement, and more. I guide them in embracing these experiences while moving forward with their lives. I have expertise with people ranging in age from 15-70. Extensive background working with college students.
As a trauma-informed therapist utilizing EMDR, ACT, Ego State/ IFS and CBT, I emphasize the importance of acceptance, mindfulness, and commitment to values-driven actions. I support clients in working through difficult experiences, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, procrastination, indecision, and moving forward during transitional stages of life, including high school, college, graduate school, sports, retirement, and more. I guide them in embracing these experiences while moving forward with their lives. I have expertise with people ranging in age from 15-70. Extensive background working with college students.
Jordan Woolman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50011
I strive to help others feel empowered and to be able cope with their mental health and life in general. We will work together so that you can begin to heal, learn how to keep growing and improving yourself and work towards your goals. Everyone needs additional support at times in their lives that is neutral, non-judgmental, and unbiased to help get through life's trials & tribulations. My goal is to meet you where you are at and be a support to you.
I strive to help others feel empowered and to be able cope with their mental health and life in general. We will work together so that you can begin to heal, learn how to keep growing and improving yourself and work towards your goals. Everyone needs additional support at times in their lives that is neutral, non-judgmental, and unbiased to help get through life's trials & tribulations. My goal is to meet you where you are at and be a support to you.
Mindy Rushford
Counselor, LCPC, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010 (Online Only)
Life can feel really overwhelming sometimes. Whether you are struggling with major life changes, struggling with your career, anxiety, a chronic health issue (such as Endometriosis), Infertility (personal and immense professional experience), or just general anxiety, sometimes you just need a neutral person to talk to. Our family and friends can mean well and can offer great support, but there are some periods in our lives where we need help building coping skills and strategies to become mangers of our thoughts, not reactors.
Life can feel really overwhelming sometimes. Whether you are struggling with major life changes, struggling with your career, anxiety, a chronic health issue (such as Endometriosis), Infertility (personal and immense professional experience), or just general anxiety, sometimes you just need a neutral person to talk to. Our family and friends can mean well and can offer great support, but there are some periods in our lives where we need help building coping skills and strategies to become mangers of our thoughts, not reactors.
Dan Kratz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CMPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50010 (Online Only)
K.C. Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ames, IA 50014
Not accepting new clients
I work with individuals of all ages to expand internal strengths and resources, and overcome stressors and barriers to life satisfaction. I utilize a trauma sensitive approach in working with behavioral and emotional concerns. I strive to develop a positive and comfortable therapeutic relationship in a safe environment.
I work with individuals of all ages to expand internal strengths and resources, and overcome stressors and barriers to life satisfaction. I utilize a trauma sensitive approach in working with behavioral and emotional concerns. I strive to develop a positive and comfortable therapeutic relationship in a safe environment.
Online Therapists
Canzadie A. Ozbourne Nigro
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Life doesn't revolve around 9-5! I cater to shift workers and busy lifestyles by offering Evening, Late Night and NEW Night Owl time slots. I am currently accepting new clients and accept most major insurances in the state of IA.
Life doesn't revolve around 9-5! I cater to shift workers and busy lifestyles by offering Evening, Late Night and NEW Night Owl time slots. I am currently accepting new clients and accept most major insurances in the state of IA.
Derik Van Baale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Newton, IA 50208 (Online Only)
My results driven approach works well for those who are ready to make life changes.
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
My results driven approach works well for those who are ready to make life changes.
Therapy should help you get better. My goal is to help clients move through difficult situations and make changes in their lives that contribute positively to their health. While I am a certified complex trauma therapist and specialize in treating combat related PTSD, I have also helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and infidelity. As a coach, I help clients to achieve personal goals such as losing weight or managing anger. Some people are wary of seeing a therapist, but my straight forward approach and focus on finding solutions has been an attractive option for even the most hesitant clients.
Jason Drwal
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Have you gone through a trauma that's still affecting you? Is it affecting your relationships or self-esteem or making you feel stressed or overwhelmed? I’m a trauma therapist and I can help you take back control of your life. Here are some (but not all) of the issues I can help with: abuse in relationships/childhood/adulthood, accidents, deployment to combat zones, losses/grief, divorce/relationship breakups, events that were humiliating and assaults.
Have you gone through a trauma that's still affecting you? Is it affecting your relationships or self-esteem or making you feel stressed or overwhelmed? I’m a trauma therapist and I can help you take back control of your life. Here are some (but not all) of the issues I can help with: abuse in relationships/childhood/adulthood, accidents, deployment to combat zones, losses/grief, divorce/relationship breakups, events that were humiliating and assaults.
Beatriz R Pescatore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Des Moines, IA 50266 (Online Only)
Felling isolated, depressed, anxious? Having relationship issues, no motivation and things aren't flowing the way they should? It is time to seek the help you need and deserve. Sometimes we get used to not living up to our potential. Sometimes we settle for a stale relationship or job, out of fear and low self-esteem. We get to a point of not recognizing emotional abuse and what is causing our symptoms. Our life becomes meaningless and we live on auto-pilot. It is time to fight, reach inside, re-awaken your strengths, and realize how worthy you are of a happy and emotionally healthy life.
Felling isolated, depressed, anxious? Having relationship issues, no motivation and things aren't flowing the way they should? It is time to seek the help you need and deserve. Sometimes we get used to not living up to our potential. Sometimes we settle for a stale relationship or job, out of fear and low self-esteem. We get to a point of not recognizing emotional abuse and what is causing our symptoms. Our life becomes meaningless and we live on auto-pilot. It is time to fight, reach inside, re-awaken your strengths, and realize how worthy you are of a happy and emotionally healthy life.
Erin Forbes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Hiawatha, IA 52233
My specialties include problem-solving, trauma, parent coaching, blended family issues and teen concerns.
As a therapist, I believe that a person is more than just the sum of their experiences. Each one of us is made up of our unique thoughts, emotions and ideas. I have devoted my career to finding ways of honoring who you are, as well as who you want to become. My clients range from children to adults, and my special interests are with teens, parents and families. I am clinically trained to help individuals and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, conflicts and grief. My style is direct, non-judgmental and supportive, as we work together to create a treatment plan that uniquely fits your needs.
My specialties include problem-solving, trauma, parent coaching, blended family issues and teen concerns.
As a therapist, I believe that a person is more than just the sum of their experiences. Each one of us is made up of our unique thoughts, emotions and ideas. I have devoted my career to finding ways of honoring who you are, as well as who you want to become. My clients range from children to adults, and my special interests are with teens, parents and families. I am clinically trained to help individuals and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, conflicts and grief. My style is direct, non-judgmental and supportive, as we work together to create a treatment plan that uniquely fits your needs.
Amy Lamgo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50701
My counseling sessions focus on the entire person: mind, body, and spirit. When you come to my office, you will be able to share the things in your life that you are struggling with and know that what you share will be met with compassion. In each session, you can just let me know what you'd like to discuss and what you'd like to get out of therapy.
My counseling sessions focus on the entire person: mind, body, and spirit. When you come to my office, you will be able to share the things in your life that you are struggling with and know that what you share will be met with compassion. In each session, you can just let me know what you'd like to discuss and what you'd like to get out of therapy.
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Life Coaching Therapists
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.
Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.
Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.
How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.