Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

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2708 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312

(515) 523-5920

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Starting counseling can be scary AND courageous! My purpose as a therapist is to support you along the path to making positive changes in your life. Sometimes we feel stuck. Counseling offers hope, understanding, and a safe place to talk about hard things. Every individual I work with has a story to tell. I consider how life events can influence one's perception of themselves, their relationships, and the world. Through practical skills, empathy, and compassion, I help clients manage the stuff that keeps them stuck so they can begin to move towards the life they desire.

Anxiety, OCD, stress management, and relationships are my areas of expertise. I take an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach to my work with clients, while combing other modalities when appropriate. I utilize ERP and I-CBT for OCD and anxiety treatment, and am also trained in EMDR therapy which can be helpful to address trauma.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to hearing from you!

Call or Email Liz Kist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (515) 523-5920

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Kist Counseling, LLC

2708 Grand Ave

Des Moines, IA 50312 map

(515) 523-5920

I offer in-person and online sessions from my office at The Des Moines Therapy Collective located at 28th and Grand Ave in Des Moines.

I specialize in Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Stress

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (515) 523-5920

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Kist Counseling, LLC

2708 Grand Ave

Des Moines, IA 50312 map

(515) 523-5920

I offer in-person and online sessions from my office at The Des Moines Therapy Collective located at 28th and Grand Ave in Des Moines.

I specialize in Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Stress

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $175

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

BlueCross and BlueShield
HealthPartners of MN and WI
Iowa Total Care
Wellmark BCBS
Wellpoint | Amerigroup

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

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Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (515) 523-5920

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 076751 Liz Kist

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 16 years

Attended The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Graduated 2009

Additional Credentials

Membership with Association for Contextual Behavioral Science

Certificate from Mindfulness-Informed Professional 510704

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (515) 523-5920

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (515) 523-5920

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Stress

Expertise

Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD

I work with clients who struggle with excessive worry, intrusive or unwanted thoughts, feelings of self-doubt and insecurity, life transitions, and relationship stressors. I begin by exploring what challenges bring you to therapy and identifying your goals. Sessions are collaborative, meaning you and I will work together to discover what can help get you back to feeling like you.

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 523-5920

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 523-5920

Endorsement

Kyla Loucks

Counselor, LMHC

Liz is a go to resource for anxiety and OCD related concerns

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Gottman Method
I-CBT for OCD

I am an ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) therapist who incorporates other evidence-based treatments, such as EMDR and ERP when appropriate. ACT can help clarify your values, examine your perceptions of yourself and the world, identify meaningful actions, and break down barriers so you can be more present in your day-to-day life!

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 523-5920

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 523-5920

Location

Primary Location

Kist Counseling, LLC

2708 Grand Ave

Des Moines, IA 50312

(515) 523-5920

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Polk

Zips

Neighborhoods

Arbor Peaks

I offer in-person and online sessions from my office at The Des Moines Therapy Collective located at 28th and Grand Ave in Des Moines.

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Call for a free consultation now - (515) 523-5920

I offer in-person and online sessions from my office at The Des Moines Therapy Collective located at 28th and Grand Ave in Des Moines.

Liz Kist

Counselor, MA, LMHC

Call for a free consultation now - (515) 523-5920

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