
Quakerdale Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, M, S, W
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
140 South Barclay Street, Waterloo, IA 50703
Let's Connect (319) 271-6124

I am a Trauma Informed Specialist. I bring to my practice a unique blend of specialized training and life experiences. It is my belief that many fears, anxiety and behaviors have some form of trauma behind them. To determine the best treatment plan, I use the client's strengths to aid in achieving their goals. I am a Christian and believe that including an individual's faith in God is important for complete healing. I am sensitive to cultural differences and work with individuals from many nations. I have experience working with: PTSD, Addiction Recovery, Family, Couple, Single Parents, Children, and Single Adults.
I use a variety of methods to meet my clients needs: Trauma Based Techniques, Play and Sand Therapy, Art, CBT, EFT, Talk Therapy, Addiction Relapse Prevention and Strength Based. I offer in office and Telehealth via Zoom.
I provide empathetic and trauma informed therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental space for you to process your thoughts and feelings. We will work together for a better you.
Call or Email Quakerdale Family Services now for a free 15 minute consultation - (319) 271-6124
Let's Connect (319) 271-6124

Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 092751 Darlene Kay Fitkin
- In Practice for 5 years
- Attended University Northern Iowa, Master Social Work -Trauma Informed Specialist, Graduated 2018
Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Darlene Kay Fitkin
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Religion
Christian
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas

Quakerdale Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, M, S, W
Call for a free consultation now - (319) 271-6124