Find a therapist in Des Moines, IA — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Des Moines, IA accepting new patients
Seeking therapy in Des Moines? Headway's network includes providers throughout East Village, Beaverdale, and surrounding areas who specialize in everything from anxiety to relationships. Access 359 providers with average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session.
Dealing with grief, loss, or trauma? Feeling disconnected, alone, and unhappy? Struggling with relationships, addiction, or painful wounds from childhood? If you said yes to any of these, I can help. Often, the burdens of trauma manifests itself in mysterious ways and can lead to various concerns such as depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulties, trust issues, isolation, and shame. These challenges can hinder healthy relationships and self-care.
As a seasoned practitioner (since 2006) with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I have dedicated my career to mastering a diverse range of therapeutic modalities to better serve my clients.
My clinical practice is grounded in extensive training across several specialized frameworks, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Additionally, I incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Hypnotherapy into my work, allowing for a highly tailored and comprehensive approach to psychological wellness.
Hi, I'm Brian. I specialize in helping with men's issues, anxiety, depression and relationships. I have experience working with individuals within the LGBTIQA+ community, Military/Veterans, and those who follow non-secular spiritual paths.
Life is a journey with many unexpected setbacks, life challenges and experiences. I am here to help you manage your journey. My practice is dedicated to providing quality mental health care to help people achieve goals or master skills aimed toward improving their quality of life. I've been practicing for 22 years.
Hello and thank you for looking at my profile. My approach to providing therapy is to Keep. It. Simple.
I focus on the mind-body connection to help you understand why things feel the way they do, how our brain and body interpret certain feelings and experiences, and then what you can do to try to manage those feelings and make situations feel more comfortable and under control.
I specialize working with adolescents, but welcome all ages and genders. My main areas of clinical focus are in mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.
I am a multi-state licensed therapist across California, Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, and Texas, specializing in helping adults navigate deep-seated mental health challenges alongside intense personal and professional transitions.
With vast clinical experience, I have served as a university career counselor, a specialist for healthcare professionals, and a dedicated clinician within both the US Navy Family Advocacy Program and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
My practice provides a highly supportive, practical space for college students, working adults at all career stages, healthcare workers, service members, Veterans, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
I blend empathetic listening with deep clinical insight to help you manage and heal from:
Core Mental Health & Neurodivergence:
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and identity exploration.
Trauma & Life Impact:
Complex trauma, PTSD, grief, loss, and managing chronic medical conditions.
Daily Survival:
Severe career burnout, relationship problems, and navigating life's overlapping pressures.
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Chelsia Burkes-Brown is a Board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has over eleven years of nursing experience in various settings, including inpatient psychiatric care across the lifespan. She is committed to providing both competent and compassionate care to her clients.
Dr. Idowu Oshokoya DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Chicago, IL. He works with adolescents, adults, and older adults, and provides care for patients who are battling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolars, and other mental disorders. Idowu studied at Walden University, He has extensive training and 10 years of experience with behavioral health.
About our therapists serving Des Moines, IA
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 83%Trauma
- 80%PTSD
- 98%Aetna
- 93%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 40%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 36%Curative
- 99%English
- 5%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Yoruba
- 95%Online only
- 4%In-person or online
- 81%Woman
- 18%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 35%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 35%Licensed Independent Social Worker
- 15%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 5%Psychologist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 34%Family therapy
- 27%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Des Moines
Searching for therapists in Des Moines starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. You may want help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or a major life change. Look for a therapist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want to focus on. Some therapists use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy. Reading a therapist’s profile can help you understand what they focus on and what sessions may be like.
Des Moines has therapy options across neighborhoods like East Village, Beaverdale, downtown Des Moines, and nearby West Des Moines. In a mid-sized market, your best fit may depend on a mix of location, appointment times, and whether you prefer in-person or virtual sessions. Virtual therapy can expand your options if you want more scheduling flexibility or a therapist outside your immediate neighborhood. As you compare counselors in Des Moines, review whether each therapist is accepting new patients, offers a free phone consultation, and has experience with your specific concerns.
Therapy in Des Moines can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway makes it easier to find a therapist in Des Moines, Iowa, who matches your needs, accepts your plan, and is ready to take new patients. You can enter your insurance details to see your estimated cost before booking, compare therapist profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.