Susan C Helkenn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Let's Connect (515) 303-1887

Available both in-person and online
1001 Grand Avenue Suite 201 West Des Moines, IA 50265
Experience is an amazing thing. Being in practice for over 20 years means I have honed my skills, expanded my understanding, and filled my "tool kit" through real clinical experience. I offer a comfortable and supportive environment that is personal and relaxed. Evidence-based practices and skills are utilized along with genuine connection and support. I enjoy working with school-age children, teens, and adults so together, we can find ways to improve mood, behavior, thinking, relationships and skills. You will learn more effective ways to relate to others and to yourself.
It is a privilege to do this work. I appreciate earning the trust of clients as we travel the healing road together. I view life challenges as normal and work to find new ways to cope, view the problems, and move forward in a new way. I connect well with clients and use humor and direct communication.
I bring energy, experience, and empathy to sessions and sometimes we even laugh! I view clients as people first and believe life is about growing and learning to feel and function better. I am committed to helping you find hope and answers in a comfortable, kind atmosphere. You are strong. Take the next step. Reach out.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Susan C Helkenn now - (515) 303-1887
Let's Connect (515) 303-1887

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $190
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Call insurance provider for benefits and coverage
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Iowa Total Care
- Midlands Choice
- Oscar Health
- Please ask
- Wellmark BCBS
- Out of Network
Susan C Helkenn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (515) 303-1887
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Iowa / 06736 Susan C Helkenn
- In Practice for 20 years
- Attended University Of Iowa, Graduated 2006
- Certificate from National Association of Social Workers 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Susan C Helkenn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (515) 303-1887
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Susan C Helkenn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (515) 303-1887
Endorsement
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Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Family Systems
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Susan C Helkenn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Email me or call with questions - (515) 303-1887
Location
Primary Location
ILearn aka Innovative Learning Professionals
1001 Grand Avenue
Suite 201
West Des Moines, IA 50265
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Susan C Helkenn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (515) 303-1887