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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Des Moines, IA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Des Moines, IA

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Callie Brass

Callie Brass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • West Des Moines, IA


“In my sessions you will feel like you are sharing space with a real person, who will have real conversations, and who truly values forming an authentic connection through the good, the bad and the painful.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Carpentier

Ashley Carpentier

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I help teen girls and young women overcome eating disorders, body image struggles, perfectionism, and anxiety.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Johnson

Jessica Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with seven years of experience walking alongside families through developmental and emotional transitions.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Molly Horner

Molly Horner

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each individual's needs. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to work toward their goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lynne Lutze

Lynne Lutze

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Peosta, IA


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.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jacob Jackson

Dr. Jacob Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have an extremely personable touch to counseling. I believe in the therapeutic relationship being the strongest component of therapy.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Josephine Narcisse

Dr. Josephine Narcisse

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a mental health professional striving to build a therapeutic connection that can be shared outside my therapeutic space.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tracy Mallett

Dr. Tracy Mallett

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“My therapeutic style is strengths-based, meaning that I will work with you to identify your strengths and the strategies that have worked well for you in the past, and nurture those skills to their highest potential.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anna Shudzeka

Anna Shudzeka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cedar Rapids, IA


As a PMHNP-BC, I offer medication management and therapy sessions via Telehealth Mon-Fri 0900- 19:00.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katia Bhagatram

Katia Bhagatram

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


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.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tosin Aileru

Tosin Aileru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I provide compassionate, comprehensive care that blends therapy and medication management when needed.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Hagin

Kristen Hagin

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about helping people who are going through life changes, grief, relationship conflict, anxiety concerns, and parenting challenges.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kaleena Johnson

Kaleena Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rebecca Cole

Dr. Rebecca Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should feel like a conversation where you don't have to pretend everything is okay.”
Maternal mental health, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adolf Malik

Adolf Malik

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


Dr. Adolf Malik, DNP, APRN, completed his master’s degree at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro, followed by a post-master’s and a doctoral degree in nursing practice at Winston-Salem State University, NC. He also completed a post-doctoral degree in psychiatric mental health practice at Frontier Nursing University. He is board-certified in Adult, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatry; a Family Nurse Practitioner, a DOT Medical Examiner, and a SAMHSA (X-Waiver) addiction provider.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Caroly Maharajh

Caroly Maharajh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I use a patient-centered care approach, making you an active participant in your mental health care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Hansen

Andrea Hansen

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I think everyone deserves a space to feel comfortable and validated and I hope to always provide this with my clients.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Alicia Baros

Alicia Baros

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


“My background spans pharmacology research, clinical practice, leadership, and education, with an in-depth foundation in psychopharmacology.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Logan Wissing

Logan Wissing

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“We focus on what's actually happening in your day-to-day life, especially in the moments where your thoughts spiral or your mood drops.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Megan Markey

Megan Markey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to create a collaborative space where you feel truly heard, supported, and empowered to grow and heal.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shana Plambeck

Shana Plambeck

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is creative, holistic, and open-minded. I believe in treating the person, not just the diagnosis or label.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Michaela Beaver

Dr. Michaela Beaver

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Spirit Lake, IA


“I provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments and use shared decision-making to develop personalized treatment plans that reflect each individual's unique needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tricia Gabriel

Tricia Gabriel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Braddy

Christina Braddy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to help patients feel more informed, empowered, and supported in their mental health journey.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maribel Garcia

Maribel Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


I believe mental health care works best when people feel truly known, respected, and safe. My approach combines evidence-based psychiatric care and medication management with compassionate, whole-person support. I work with children, teens, and adults, and I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable being honest without fear of judgment.

For clients who desire it, I also offer Catholic-integrated care that honors the role faith can play in healing, identity, relationships, suffering, purpose, and hope. My goal is never to pressure or preach, but to thoughtfully integrate Catholic values, spirituality, prayer, or faith-based perspectives into treatment in a clinically appropriate and supportive way. I especially enjoy helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, postpartum mental health, motherhood transitions, trauma, relationship stress, life changes, and struggles related to self-worth or burnout.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide medication management while also taking time to understand the deeper emotional, relational, lifestyle, and spiritual factors affecting mental health. Clients often tell me they appreciate that I am warm, approachable, thorough, and collaborative rather than rushed or impersonal.

Whether you are looking for practical symptom relief, deeper healing, or a provider who understands and respects your faith, my hope is that you feel supported, heard, and encouraged throughout the process.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nicole Lee

Nicole Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I understand that physical health and mental health are closely intertwined and that addressing both is crucial for achieving optimal wellbeing.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenna Brown

Jenna Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I strive to create a compassionate, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, valued, and understood.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lisa Raney

Lisa Raney

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Neuropsychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica McGinn

Jessica McGinn

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I use a adaptive style of therapy with those i work with... the techniques and approaches I use depends on the individual I am working with and what their individual needs are.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tara Huber

Tara Huber

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can be honest, move at your own pace, and learn practical tools to help in everyday life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natalie Purnell

Natalie Purnell

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am committed to fostering positive change and growth in the lives of those I have the pleasure to support in the pursuit of living their best life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Garland

Rebecca Garland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like your current medication isn't working—I help adults get real relief with personalized, evidence-based care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elisabeth Netjes

Elisabeth Netjes

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“True healing begins when we feel genuinely seen and heard. You deserve to be known, supported, have your story understood, and have help in navigating life's obstacles.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Patty Gibbs

Patty Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have an eclectic approach to therapy. It is holistic and innovative as well as person centered and solution focused.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Karie Bliss

Karie Bliss

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My job is to meet you where you are at currently, in a non-judgmental fashion, offering authenticity without our therapy space.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Amber Siegel

Dr. Amber Siegel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


Amber J Siegel, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals experiencing mental health challenges. With a focus on holistic and patient-centered treatment, Amber works collaboratively to promote emotional well-being and resilience through psychotherapy, medication management, and lifestyle support.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tara Kane

Tara Kane

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • West Des Moines, IA


“I believe everyone deserves a safe and welcoming space to share their truth, to be seen, heard and respected.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristal Steeves

Kristal Steeves

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


If you've been told your anxiety, exhaustion, or emotional shifts are "just stress" or "just aging" — and something in you knows it's more than that — you're in the right place. I'm Kristal, a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting people through life's most challenging transitions. That career — rooted in crisis intervention, child welfare, and working alongside people experiencing homelessness — built in me a deep capacity to sit with complexity, pain, and change without flinching. That foundation now drives my specialized work with women navigating perimenopause and menopause. I bring both clinical expertise and lived experience to this work. I've walked this road myself — which means when you show up, you will be genuinely seen and heard, perhaps in a way you haven't been in a long time.


Check me out on the Grit to Growth Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTvAK4pRlkM

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Frances Savage

Frances Savage

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should feel safe, supportive, and genuinely helpful—not intimidating or disconnected.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Harris

Jennifer Harris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach to care is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I believe that every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their treatment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Des Moines, IA

Number of therapists serving Des Moines, IA
There are over 125 therapists in Des Moines, IA accepting new patients.
125+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Stress management
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 50%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 1%Cantonese
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 98%Online only
  • 2%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 92%Woman
  • 8%Man
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 26%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 26%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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Find an expert who truly understands maternal mental health

Headway helps you find expert-guided support for every stage of motherhood — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Postpartum Therapist in Des Moines

Searching for postpartum therapists in Des Moines starts with finding a therapist whose experience matches what you want support with. Postpartum care can include support for postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, birth-related stress, identity shifts, and relationship strain. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with perinatal mental health, pregnancy, postpartum care, or postpartum recovery therapy. A perinatal mental health certification, often listed as PMH-C, can also signal specialized training.

In a mid-size city like Des Moines, you may have a focused set of local therapists to compare, along with virtual options that expand access across Iowa. For new parents, practical details often matter as much as specialty. Appointment times, virtual availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and free phone consultations can help you narrow your options. Reading therapist bios can also show how each therapist describes their style, session structure, and experience with postpartum 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 and understand what you may pay before booking. Headway helps you search postpartum therapists who are accepting new patients, compare profiles, verify insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront. From there, you can review bios, choose a therapist who matches your needs, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.