Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

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3 Endorsed

3737 Woodland Avenue, Suite 430, West Des Moines, IA 50266

(515) 481-5491

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I engage with empathy and curiosity, exploring a client's thoughts and feelings. Trauma comes in big T and little t experiences. Both negatively impact people, impeding their goals in life. Whether you are adjusting to a life challenge, medical, military, or developmental trauma, there are ways to move through it. Co-regulation cultivates resilience which is fundamental to this work. Using non-judgmental attention is central to this work as well. We collaborate while building trust, rapport, and goals of therapy. As sessions evolve, we expand on abilities to navigate life in a regulated, resilient, and resourced way.

I employ a holistic and integrative medical approach to my work. It incorporates a body-oriented method, using attention and orientation, we explore in an embodied way. I hold space for your experiences and attune to your story with compassion and curiosity.

I invite you to reach out to me and determine if I may be able to help or to connect you with someone who can.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Marcus Walsh now - (515) 481-5491

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3737 Woodland Avenue

Suite 430

West Des Moines, IA 50266 map

(515) 481-5491

My website

I am currently available during weekday evenings. Please inquire for available times.

I specialize in Cancer, Chronic Pain and Trauma and PTSD

$225 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

Let's Connect (515) 481-5491

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3737 Woodland Avenue

Suite 430

West Des Moines, IA 50266 map

(515) 481-5491

My website

I am currently available during weekday evenings. Please inquire for available times.

I specialize in Cancer, Chronic Pain and Trauma and PTSD

$225 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $225
Couple Sessions $225

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
Iowa Total Care
Medicaid
Optum
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Wellmark BCBS
Wellpoint | Amerigroup

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage.

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Email me or call with questions - (515) 481-5491

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage.

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Email me or call with questions - (515) 481-5491

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Harold Webster (Iowa / 085917) Marcus Walsh

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 1 year

Attended Drake University, Master's Degree, Graduated 2025

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute 2026

Certificate from Center for Mindful Body Awareness 2025

I have 5 years of experience working with cancer patients and war veterans. I am a Licensed Massage Therapist and Board-Certified Therapist of Massage and Bodywork. I use my bodywork experience with Somatic Experiencing and MABT to create distinct psychotherapeutic interventions for trauma healing.

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Email me or call with questions - (515) 481-5491

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Email me or call with questions - (515) 481-5491

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Cancer
Chronic Pain
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
Dissociative Disorders (DID)
First Responders
Geriatric and Seniors
Grief
Men's Issues
Stress
Veterans

Somatic Experiencing and Body-oriented therapy works well for people who have struggled to alleviate physiological symptoms of traumatic events in their lives. People who have struggled with therapeutic outcomes of talk therapy may find results with this sort of approach.

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Email me or call with questions - (515) 481-5491

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Email me or call with questions - (515) 481-5491

3 Endorsements

Anne Lindyberg

Counselor, MS, LMHC, LCPC

Marcus is an experienced healing professional adding to his credentials as he works toward full MHC licensure. He combines a strong understanding of the science with compassionate and creative application of intervention. I highly recommend him.

John Michael Cilek

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, tLMFT

I am fortunate to have worked with Marcus for many years - and have witnessed his intrinsic curiosity, inquisitiveness, and deep care for others. He is knowledgeable, calm, sensitive, and courageous - an excellent companion for those seeking healing.

Susan Liesland

Counselor, tLMHC

Marcus is a kind, thoughtful therapist who brings care and intention to his work. He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space and is attuned to his clients emotional and body-based experiences. I value the way he approaches trauma with compassion and curiosity.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Body-Oriented
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Person-Centered
Physiological
Positive Psychology
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice with Somatic Experiencing, Mindful Awareness in Body-Oriented Therapy (MABT), and EMDR to reconsolidate trauma memories. I work with body-oriented therapy to address the physiological memories that standard therapy may not address.

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Email me or call with questions - (515) 481-5491

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Email me or call with questions - (515) 481-5491

Location

Primary Location

3737 Woodland Avenue

Suite 430

West Des Moines, IA 50266

(515) 481-5491

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Polk

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I am currently available during weekday evenings. Please inquire for available times.

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Take the first step to help. Call now - (515) 481-5491

I am currently available during weekday evenings. Please inquire for available times.

Marcus Walsh

Pre-Licensed Professional, tLMHC, LMT, SEP, 200RYT

Take the first step to help. Call now - (515) 481-5491

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