Transgender Therapists in Black Hawk County, IA
Chad Mohammad 20Min Wpath
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
I provide 20-minute WPATH/Letter of support on the first session, and I encourage my colleagues to do the same. I am the person you want to see if: You had bad experiences with therapy in the past, or you don't like the idea of staring someone in the eye and answering question after question, or you don't want someone who thinks they know you. All of those things make therapy a huge bummer.
I provide 20-minute WPATH/Letter of support on the first session, and I encourage my colleagues to do the same. I am the person you want to see if: You had bad experiences with therapy in the past, or you don't like the idea of staring someone in the eye and answering question after question, or you don't want someone who thinks they know you. All of those things make therapy a huge bummer.
Inspire Mental Health Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Let’s face it—Life is HARD! For many of us the pressures of the world are often times overwhelming, and we are living each day just trying to keep our head above water. Some of us are in crisis, some of us are struggling, some of us are surviving the daily pressures of living. But what if we could be thriving? What would that look like? Where do we begin?
Let’s face it—Life is HARD! For many of us the pressures of the world are often times overwhelming, and we are living each day just trying to keep our head above water. Some of us are in crisis, some of us are struggling, some of us are surviving the daily pressures of living. But what if we could be thriving? What would that look like? Where do we begin?
Gus Raymond
Counselor, NCC, TLMHC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I focus on marginalized populations and am versed in multicultural counseling. It's been a rough couple of years, and this one harder than most. So many of us are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and cast out. Suddenly, you might have noticed those bottles of wine going faster, your temper growing shorter, and the stress piling up. Everyone needs something from you, but you've given so much already and aren't sure where to refill yourself. Trans and LGBQ+ clients are my primary focus. Or/and perhaps you are a member of additional marginalized identities and facing additional stresses or obstacles in our society. Self-care IS activism.
I focus on marginalized populations and am versed in multicultural counseling. It's been a rough couple of years, and this one harder than most. So many of us are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and cast out. Suddenly, you might have noticed those bottles of wine going faster, your temper growing shorter, and the stress piling up. Everyone needs something from you, but you've given so much already and aren't sure where to refill yourself. Trans and LGBQ+ clients are my primary focus. Or/and perhaps you are a member of additional marginalized identities and facing additional stresses or obstacles in our society. Self-care IS activism.
Jayden Rubino
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Therapy can be overwhelming and it is important to me to create a place where you can feel safe to be vulnerable. I provide a calm and laid-back environment to offer an inviting atmosphere for you to discuss your feelings, thoughts, and experiences. This is especially important to me because I know that growth happens outside of our comfort zone. We aren’t always aware of what we can achieve, and I enjoy assisting others in opening their eyes to their full potential. I have a strong belief that being willing to explore the challenging pieces of ourselves will allow us to grow.
Therapy can be overwhelming and it is important to me to create a place where you can feel safe to be vulnerable. I provide a calm and laid-back environment to offer an inviting atmosphere for you to discuss your feelings, thoughts, and experiences. This is especially important to me because I know that growth happens outside of our comfort zone. We aren’t always aware of what we can achieve, and I enjoy assisting others in opening their eyes to their full potential. I have a strong belief that being willing to explore the challenging pieces of ourselves will allow us to grow.
Dan Stribling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (Online Only)
Thank you for considering me for your healing journey. I am licensed in both Iowa and Illinois. Many clients that I work with identify within the LGBTQ+ community or are teens and emerging adults navigating an increasingly more challenging world. I offer individual services as well as relationship therapy services. In addition, I would be grateful to support anyone that feels connected to my strategies and perspectives on healing.
Thank you for considering me for your healing journey. I am licensed in both Iowa and Illinois. Many clients that I work with identify within the LGBTQ+ community or are teens and emerging adults navigating an increasingly more challenging world. I offer individual services as well as relationship therapy services. In addition, I would be grateful to support anyone that feels connected to my strategies and perspectives on healing.
Josie Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
I work with children and teens providing a safe space to process traumatic events, explore emotions and build self esteem. Working to create a positive therapeutic relationship is the goal with every client that steps into my office. I work with children who struggle to self-regulate, are unsure of how to express their emotions in a healthy way, or those who have experienced some type of trauma. I also utilize body-based trauma processing skills with teens and young adults who have experienced traumatic events.
I work with children and teens providing a safe space to process traumatic events, explore emotions and build self esteem. Working to create a positive therapeutic relationship is the goal with every client that steps into my office. I work with children who struggle to self-regulate, are unsure of how to express their emotions in a healthy way, or those who have experienced some type of trauma. I also utilize body-based trauma processing skills with teens and young adults who have experienced traumatic events.
John Kohagen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
No two families are exactly alike. I'm honored to be able to learn about people, how they grew up, and how they're living now. I firmly believe everyone has the opportunity to reimagine their world, strengthening the bonds that heal them and limiting relationships that are less helpful. I love doing the work, and I look forward to joining people's conversations about life. I began my career as a therapist performing in-home therapy with a wide variety of clients. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, work-related issues, anger management, and family of origin stressors.
No two families are exactly alike. I'm honored to be able to learn about people, how they grew up, and how they're living now. I firmly believe everyone has the opportunity to reimagine their world, strengthening the bonds that heal them and limiting relationships that are less helpful. I love doing the work, and I look forward to joining people's conversations about life. I began my career as a therapist performing in-home therapy with a wide variety of clients. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, work-related issues, anger management, and family of origin stressors.
Brittany Orzola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (Online Only)
Your session time is your time to work through anything you want, at your own pace, without judgement. We all walk a unique path in this life and I will always support your individuality and what you want your life to look like, regardless of societal ideas of what that should be. I absolutely love celebrating successes with those I work with, and I enjoy seeing people’s faces light up with pride in their achievements. Seeing a person grow before your eyes is an amazing thing. That said, everything isn’t always rainbows.
Your session time is your time to work through anything you want, at your own pace, without judgement. We all walk a unique path in this life and I will always support your individuality and what you want your life to look like, regardless of societal ideas of what that should be. I absolutely love celebrating successes with those I work with, and I enjoy seeing people’s faces light up with pride in their achievements. Seeing a person grow before your eyes is an amazing thing. That said, everything isn’t always rainbows.
Sean Ostendorf
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterloo, IA 50701
I honor a strength's based, holistic approach that focuses on supporting and encouraging the client.
I honor a strength's based, holistic approach that focuses on supporting and encouraging the client.
Tyler Grimm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Everyone has resilience but when negative forces take over, sometimes it can make it too difficult to cope. My mission as a therapist is to support you in building more resilience, so you can live your most authentic life through healing and self-discovery. I approach therapy through a strength-based lens. That means I focus on your internal and external strengths and resources, rather than your deficits. I draw from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Play-Based Therapy Techniques and Solution-Focused Therapy to name a few.
Everyone has resilience but when negative forces take over, sometimes it can make it too difficult to cope. My mission as a therapist is to support you in building more resilience, so you can live your most authentic life through healing and self-discovery. I approach therapy through a strength-based lens. That means I focus on your internal and external strengths and resources, rather than your deficits. I draw from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Play-Based Therapy Techniques and Solution-Focused Therapy to name a few.
Brandi Schmitt
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Waterloo, IA 50701
Attempting to cope with a mental health concern is often a lonely and exhausting process. Additionally, pursuing counseling can often be a difficult decision to make, but one that I believe is worthwhile. As a counselor, my role is to help support you through your healing journey and empower you to rediscover your own unique strengths and resources as a means to promote such healing. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment for you to share your own unique life story.
Attempting to cope with a mental health concern is often a lonely and exhausting process. Additionally, pursuing counseling can often be a difficult decision to make, but one that I believe is worthwhile. As a counselor, my role is to help support you through your healing journey and empower you to rediscover your own unique strengths and resources as a means to promote such healing. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment for you to share your own unique life story.
Cindy Enyart
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50701
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with feeling like you are not enough as a parent, partner, family member, or friend? Do you often find yourself sad, worried, or overwhelmed? Do you ever feel like no one truly listens to you and your problems are minimized by others? I understand how difficult it can be to reach out for help, and I believe everyone should be heard and accepted without judgement.
Are you struggling with feeling like you are not enough as a parent, partner, family member, or friend? Do you often find yourself sad, worried, or overwhelmed? Do you ever feel like no one truly listens to you and your problems are minimized by others? I understand how difficult it can be to reach out for help, and I believe everyone should be heard and accepted without judgement.
Umar Farooq Chohan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Are you searching for inclusive mental health services that aim to address the root of your presenting symptoms whilst taking into account social and systemic factors? Maybe you feel that the providers you've seen thus far haven't been effective in helping you reach your goals of improving your overall well-being. I specialize in working with clients with a systems-based approach in order to not only provide a safe and inclusive environment but also to help you reach your goals through collaboration.
Are you searching for inclusive mental health services that aim to address the root of your presenting symptoms whilst taking into account social and systemic factors? Maybe you feel that the providers you've seen thus far haven't been effective in helping you reach your goals of improving your overall well-being. I specialize in working with clients with a systems-based approach in order to not only provide a safe and inclusive environment but also to help you reach your goals through collaboration.
Deziree Wiegmann
Counselor, MS, NCC, tLMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterloo, IA 50702
I am a licensed therapist with my Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Winona State University. I work with modalities including CBT, Adlerian, Solution Focused, and Person Centered. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, and trauma, in children, adolescents, and adults. I also have experience working with individuals of marginalized populations including LGBTQ+ community members and persons of color. I focus on creating a safe and comfortable space for the client along with using a collaborative and strength based approach to encourage healing and growth.
I am a licensed therapist with my Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Winona State University. I work with modalities including CBT, Adlerian, Solution Focused, and Person Centered. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, and trauma, in children, adolescents, and adults. I also have experience working with individuals of marginalized populations including LGBTQ+ community members and persons of color. I focus on creating a safe and comfortable space for the client along with using a collaborative and strength based approach to encourage healing and growth.
Renee June Barbu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
I have extensive experience helping clients manage several disorders. I enjoy working with clients with intense emotions such as shame, guilt, fear, and anger. I assist in managing symptoms coming from abuse, rejection, and other past traumas. I am aware that people often have the perception that they don't fit it in or are disconnected from others. I would like to be able to be a support person and help clients navigate feelings and relationships. As well as helping clients gain communication skills and build a healthy support network.
I have extensive experience helping clients manage several disorders. I enjoy working with clients with intense emotions such as shame, guilt, fear, and anger. I assist in managing symptoms coming from abuse, rejection, and other past traumas. I am aware that people often have the perception that they don't fit it in or are disconnected from others. I would like to be able to be a support person and help clients navigate feelings and relationships. As well as helping clients gain communication skills and build a healthy support network.
Rosario Garcia Fino
Counselor, MA, tLMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Waterloo, IA 50701
I am a bilingual Spanish/English mental health counselor who understands that talking about how you really think or feel is not easy, and sometimes can be scary. Opening up to a stranger takes courage, and I know that taking that first step can be difficult. You might doubt that things can get better, that’s why I want to provide you that space where you feel comfortable and where you can be you. Choosing a therapist is not an easy process, I am committed to developing our therapeutic relationship.
I am a bilingual Spanish/English mental health counselor who understands that talking about how you really think or feel is not easy, and sometimes can be scary. Opening up to a stranger takes courage, and I know that taking that first step can be difficult. You might doubt that things can get better, that’s why I want to provide you that space where you feel comfortable and where you can be you. Choosing a therapist is not an easy process, I am committed to developing our therapeutic relationship.
Deanna Shafer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Deanna. I provide a safe and accepting space to help clients work towards their mental health goals. I work with adult individuals on a variety of issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress. I practice strengths-based, trauma-informed therapy and use a variety of modalities, including mindfulness, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and solution-focused therapies. I’m an ally to members of LGBTQIA+, immigrant and refugee, BIPOC, and neurodivergent communities and particularly enjoy working with these groups. I provide services in English and Spanish.
Hi, I’m Deanna. I provide a safe and accepting space to help clients work towards their mental health goals. I work with adult individuals on a variety of issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress. I practice strengths-based, trauma-informed therapy and use a variety of modalities, including mindfulness, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and solution-focused therapies. I’m an ally to members of LGBTQIA+, immigrant and refugee, BIPOC, and neurodivergent communities and particularly enjoy working with these groups. I provide services in English and Spanish.
Summer Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Everyone deserves understanding and acceptance, especially when navigating personal challenges. I'm here to provide that support. I work inclusively with all individuals, with a special focus on the LGBTQ and trans communities. As a gender-affirming therapist, my aim is to guide you through your unique journey toward self-discovery and well-being.
Everyone deserves understanding and acceptance, especially when navigating personal challenges. I'm here to provide that support. I work inclusively with all individuals, with a special focus on the LGBTQ and trans communities. As a gender-affirming therapist, my aim is to guide you through your unique journey toward self-discovery and well-being.
Stephanie Hebert
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
I strive to empower individuals and help others achieve their goals through insight and developing personal strengths. I believe developing healthy relationships, finding life balance, and restoring an individual's inner world is vital in establishing one's overall well-being. Everyone goes through challenges and hardships in life. I respect how difficult it is to ask for help and receive support during these times. Building a therapeutic rapport, creating a safe place in the counseling process, and respecting every individual's life journey is important to me.
I strive to empower individuals and help others achieve their goals through insight and developing personal strengths. I believe developing healthy relationships, finding life balance, and restoring an individual's inner world is vital in establishing one's overall well-being. Everyone goes through challenges and hardships in life. I respect how difficult it is to ask for help and receive support during these times. Building a therapeutic rapport, creating a safe place in the counseling process, and respecting every individual's life journey is important to me.
Carissa Schmadeke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Everyone deserves to have a safe space and someone consistent whom they can rely on during some of life’s most challenging moments. I believe that creating a strong therapeutic bond is vital for the success of therapy, but it also takes finding the right fit! I strive to create a comfortable, safe, and welcoming environment for all clients. I utilize a client-centered approach that allows myself and each client the opportunity to tailor the therapy to meet their specific needs and goals. I hope for all clients to feel empowered through uncovering their greatest strengths, so that they have optimal opportunity to reach their goals!
Everyone deserves to have a safe space and someone consistent whom they can rely on during some of life’s most challenging moments. I believe that creating a strong therapeutic bond is vital for the success of therapy, but it also takes finding the right fit! I strive to create a comfortable, safe, and welcoming environment for all clients. I utilize a client-centered approach that allows myself and each client the opportunity to tailor the therapy to meet their specific needs and goals. I hope for all clients to feel empowered through uncovering their greatest strengths, so that they have optimal opportunity to reach their goals!
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.