Samantha Brooke
Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Many of us feel stuck or unsure how to navigate what life throws at us. I recognize the importance of putting your trust in someone in order to share your story, and I offer support and compassion to help guide you. I am mental health counselor in Iowa and a licensed professional counselor in Georgia specializing in child and teen therapy. I believe in building strong relationships with clients and letting them know they always have choices in their life in order to become their best selves. I believe that everyone has strengths, and it is my hope to help individuals grow and be someone who they are proud of.
I have spent the last 5 years working as a school-based therapist treating elementary to high school age individuals who are experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, mood disorders, suicide ideation, and life transitions. I also have experience working with adults and couples navigate self-esteem, stress, and work/life balance.
I welcome individuals of all ages, couples, and families to start a new journey of healing and support.
Call or Email Samantha Brooke Ricks now for a free 15 minute consultation - (515) 316-5571
Let's Connect (515) 316-5571

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $200
Payment Methods
Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Iowa Total Care
- Medicaid
- Molina Healthcare
- Wellmark BCBS
- Wellpoint | Amerigroup
Samantha Brooke Ricks
Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 316-5571
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 123875 Samantha Ricks
- In Practice for 5 years
- Attended Georgia Southern University , Master of Education, Graduated 2021
- License: Iowa 123875 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Samantha Brooke Ricks
Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 316-5571
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Suicidal Ideation
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Autism
- Body Image
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
Samantha Brooke Ricks
Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 316-5571
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Samantha Brooke Ricks
Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (515) 316-5571
Location
Primary Location
Des Moines Mental Health Center
14225 University Avenue
Suite 225
Waukee, IA 50263
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