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Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
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Available both in-person and online
332 South Linn Street Suite 15 Iowa City, IA 52240
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected from yourself? You may spend so much time caring for others that your own needs come last. Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, stress, grief, life changes, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Whatever brings you here, you don't have to navigate it alone.
I help adults especially health care professionals create meaningful, lasting change so they can feel more balanced, confident, and connected in their lives and relationships. My approach is supportive, practical, and tailored to your unique goals. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck and develop strategies that help you move forward.
Whether you're working on setting healthier boundaries, navigating a loss or major life transition, managing burnout, or improving your overall well-being, my goal is to help you build a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic.
Take the first step to help. Call or Richard A Stapleton now - (319) 264-1603

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Shanthi Wellness, LLC

332 South Linn Street

Suite 15

Iowa City, IA 52240 map

(319) 264-1603
My website
I offer in-person sessions downtown Iowa City near Burlington and Linn St. I also offer telehealth appointments.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Medical Professional Burnout & Compassion Fatigue 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I work with college-age through retirement in Iowa & Minnesota. Let's talk about ways to reduce stress, anxiety, or trauma symptoms.
Richard A Stapleton
Let's Connect (319) 264-1603
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Shanthi Wellness, LLC

332 South Linn Street

Suite 15

Iowa City, IA 52240 map

(319) 264-1603
My website
I offer in-person sessions downtown Iowa City near Burlington and Linn St. I also offer telehealth appointments.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Medical Professional Burnout & Compassion Fatigue 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I work with college-age through retirement in Iowa & Minnesota. Let's talk about ways to reduce stress, anxiety, or trauma symptoms.
Richard A Stapleton

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • CCA EAP - Headspace/Wholefoods
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum
  • Optum EAP - Email me
  • Oxford
  • Trustmark Benefits
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Wellmark BCBS
  • Out of Network
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I take most major plans including Medicare and I accept credit card payments for co/pays. Payments made through client portal. Superbills available for out of network. No insurance? Ask about my Anti-Oppressive Community of Care pay model or read about it on the website.
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Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
or call with questions - (319) 264-1603
"
I take most major plans including Medicare and I accept credit card payments for co/pays. Payments made through client portal. Superbills available for out of network. No insurance? Ask about my Anti-Oppressive Community of Care pay model or read about it on the website.
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Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
or call with questions - (319) 264-1603

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 001527 Richard A Stapleton
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 21 years
  • Attended Argosy University - Denver, CO, Graduated 2012
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies 4836 / 2007
  • License: Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy 2080 / 2019
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I've been a professional counselor for 20 years. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and I am licensed in IA, MN, & FL. I am a member of the American Counseling Association, Counselors for Social Justice, and the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision.
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
or call with questions - (319) 264-1603
"
I've been a professional counselor for 20 years. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and I am licensed in IA, MN, & FL. I am a member of the American Counseling Association, Counselors for Social Justice, and the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision.
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
or call with questions - (319) 264-1603

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Medical Professional Burnout & Compassion Fatigue

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Gay
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Impostor syndrome
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Transgender
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I will listen to your experience, and we will explore your history. We will set goals for our meetings together, and I will teach you techniques to help reduce stress, anxiety, and trauma responses.
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
or call with questions - (319) 264-1603
"
I will listen to your experience, and we will explore your history. We will set goals for our meetings together, and I will teach you techniques to help reduce stress, anxiety, and trauma responses.
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
or call with questions - (319) 264-1603

3 Endorsements

Anne Lindyberg
Anne Lindyberg
CounselorMSLMHCLCPC
Dr. Stapleton delivers a combination of expertise, compassion, and the ability to individualize treatment and supervision that will help anyone engaging his services to feel more supported in meeting their goals. I highly recommend him.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Forensic Mental Health Evaluations
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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The most powerful tool in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. You will experience unconditional respect in a safe, judgment-free space.
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
or call with questions - (319) 264-1603
"
The most powerful tool in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. You will experience unconditional respect in a safe, judgment-free space.
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
or call with questions - (319) 264-1603

Location

Primary Location

Shanthi Wellness, LLC

332 South Linn Street

Suite 15

Iowa City, IA 52240

(319) 264-1603
"
I offer in-person sessions downtown Iowa City near Burlington and Linn St. I also offer telehealth appointments.
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Take the first step to help. Call now - (319) 264-1603
"
I offer in-person sessions downtown Iowa City near Burlington and Linn St. I also offer telehealth appointments.
Photo of Richard A Stapleton, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Richard A Stapleton
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Take the first step to help. Call now - (319) 264-1603