Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT

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Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT (she, her)

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309 Court Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309

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Using narrative and systemic approaches, I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families with teens over 13. We will identify strengths together and look for the resources to foster change.

Life is tough, but so are you. My office is a safe space to learn about yourself and grow through the hard times and celebrate the good. Please feel free to reach out whichever way is comfortable- phone call or email! I am happy to help.

Call or Email Meredith Dolinar now for a free 15 minute consultation - (515) 758-7263

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

309 Court Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50309 map

(515) 758-7263

My website

I am offering individual, family, and couple's therapy at Sampson Family Therapy with immediate openings.

I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Hi! I'm Meredith, and I am so glad you're here!

Let's Connect (515) 758-7263

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

309 Court Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50309 map

(515) 758-7263

My website

I am offering individual, family, and couple's therapy at Sampson Family Therapy with immediate openings.

I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Hi! I'm Meredith, and I am so glad you're here!

Finances

Insurance

BlueCross and BlueShield
Iowa Total Care
Medica
Medicaid
Molina Healthcare
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Wellmark BCBS
Wellpoint | Amerigroup

I accept the following insurances: Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, United Healthcare, UMR, Medicaid (IME, Wellpoint, Iowa Total Care, Molina Healthcare), and private payment.

Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 758-7263

I accept the following insurances: Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, United Healthcare, UMR, Medicaid (IME, Wellpoint, Iowa Total Care, Molina Healthcare), and private payment.

Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 758-7263

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Iowa / 132235 Supervised by Renata Olsen (Iowa / 000332) Meredith Dolinar

Education and Years In Practice

Attended Capella University, MS in Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2025

Additional Credentials

Membership with American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy 257630 / 2024

Degree/Diploma from Northwest Missouri State University BS in Psychology, minor in Child and Family Studies / 2021

As of June 2025, I obtained my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from then COAMFTE accredited program at Capella University. I am temporarily licensed by the state of Iowa as a Marriage and Family Therapist (tLMFT).

Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 758-7263

Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 758-7263

7 Endorsements

Mary Knapp

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLMFT

Meredith has a very warm and caring approach when working with clients.

Sampson Family Therapy Services, LLC

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Catrina Bargstadt

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW

I highly recommend Meredith for her warm, compassionate presence and strengths-based approach. Meredith's optimism and genuine care create a safe space where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow.

Liani Hobbs (Smith)

Pre-Licensed Professional, LLMFT

Meredith offers a warm and down-to-earth approach that has shown to keep clients returning for sessions, even when dealing with life's toughest situations! I wholeheartedly recommend Meredith!

Lisa Rajput

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW

Meredith brings a wonderful balance of kindness and honesty to the therapeutic space. She is skilled at knowing how to be a healing presence with all kinds of people in all kinds of spaces.

Madisen Smith

Counselor, LMHC, MA, BS

Meredith is fantastic at cheering you on while still challenging you. She is extremely welcoming and eager to get to know each person she works with.

Bailey McGrath

Counselor, MS, tLMHC

Meredith is an incredibly personable clinician who wants to see her clients succeed. She brings an energy to her sessions that will help you feel immediately welcome and heard.

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Adults ,

Elders (65+)

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Couples ,

Family

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

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309 Court Avenue

Des Moines, IA 50309

(515) 758-7263

Email Me

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I am offering individual, family, and couple's therapy at Sampson Family Therapy with immediate openings.

Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (515) 758-7263

I am offering individual, family, and couple's therapy at Sampson Family Therapy with immediate openings.

Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (515) 758-7263

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Meredith Dolinar

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, tLMFT (she, her)

My Practice at a Glance

My Practice at a Glance

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