
Shelie Leighter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LISW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
427 E Kanesville Blvd, Suite 201, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Let's Connect (712) 574-8813

Reaching out in times of difficulty can be hard, but I encourage you to have hope that things can get better. "Let your hopes, not your hurts, shape your future". (Robert Schuller) Being able to live a life full of happiness and contentment is so important, yet in today's world can be difficult. I believe that everyone has the potential to achieve emotional wellness and a sense of balance in life. I am dedicated to providing a therapeutic relationship that allows for a sense of safety, warm acceptance and empathy. I pride myself on being open-minded and nonjudgmental.

I believe that therapy needs to be tailored to the individual and their specific world. Therefore, I utilize a variety of strategies that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, art, play, and interpersonal techniques along with traditional talk therapy.
I am here to guide you on your journey. In a collaborative way, work can be done together to understand feelings and resolve difficulties that may be standing between you and the most happy and satisfying life possible.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Shelie Leighter now - (712) 574-8813
Let's Connect (712) 574-8813

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Iowa Total Care
- Medica
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MHNet Behavioral Health
- Midlands Choice
- Molina Healthcare
- Optum
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wellmark BCBS
- Wellpoint | Amerigroup
- Out of Network

Shelie Leighter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LISW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (712) 574-8813
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 06799 Shelie Leighter
- In Practice for 19 years
- Attended University of Nebraska at Omaha, Graduated 2006
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety
- Stress
Expertise
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infertility
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Experiential Therapy
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Center For Healing And Hope
427 E Kanesville Blvd
Suite 201
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 574-8813Email me
Nearby Areas

Shelie Leighter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LISW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (712) 574-8813