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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Des Moines, IA

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Des Moines, IA

In Des Moines, Headway's network of 348 providers specializes in treating intrusive memories, nightmares, and avoidance through therapies including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused CBT. With flexible scheduling and 70+ insurance plans accepted, you can access compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your healing.

Elizabeth Huebsch

Elizabeth Huebsch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Des Moines, IA


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.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Wrightsman

Brian Wrightsman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • West Des Moines, IA


“I am a therapist who believes healing happens through understanding, connection, and steady support.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ellen Crozier

Ellen Crozier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.4 mi away • West Des Moines, IA


“I strive to create a warm, approachable space where clients feel understood, supported, and equipped with practical tools for lasting growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Allyssa Angle McGinnis

Allyssa Angle McGinnis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Bondurant, IA


“I believe that healing and personal growth occur within the context of safe, trusting relationship with both oneself and with others.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jamie Swan

Jamie Swan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Albia, IA


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I believe that mental health care is not one-size-fits-all...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gabrielle CeBallos

Gabrielle CeBallos

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental (virtual) space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to take steps toward meaningful change.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda Riendeau

Amanda Riendeau

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“A session with me will include a thorough understanding of your history, current barriers and goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Alee Larson

Alee Larson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a dual diagnosis therapist, focusing largely on substance use and mental health, with a specialty in trauma work.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Dobroski

Cynthia Dobroski

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a good listener and warm compassionate therapist who utilizes evidence-based practices to promote healthiness and happiness.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melanie Gramling

Melanie Gramling

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I take a collaborative and individualized approach to psychiatric care... I focus on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable discussing concerns openly.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brian Stella

Brian Stella

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


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.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Camilla Buchanan

Camilla Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I've continued building my skills through advanced training in EMDR therapy and Brainspotting therapy to help people work through trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jonathan Carr

Jonathan Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Listening with curiosity, humility, warmth, and a creative openness is part of what you will experience in my care.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Steven Meek

Dr. Steven Meek

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Iowa


“During the initial visit you can expect a reassuring experience knowing that your evaluation and treatment are based in a full perspective, straight forward logic, non-judgmental safe process.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lauro Guzman

Lauro Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have a particular heart for men who were raised to "tough it out," and for clients balancing cultural identity and family expectations — people who aren't used to asking for help and want a therapist who gets that.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kelsey Kruse

Kelsey Kruse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Paullina, IA


“I am a seasoned trauma therapist who has been serving the Sioux Falls, South Dakota community and surrounding area for over 10 years...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Connie Nichols

Connie Nichols

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I offer a supportive space to help you better understand what you're facing and begin moving toward relief, clarity, and a more grounded, fulfilling life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jodi Gregory

Jodi Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa City, IA


“I approach counseling with a strengths-based lens, incorporating elements from especially cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, and narrative therapy.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mars Robinson

Mars Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am privileged to walk alongside my clients, whatever the need, on their journey to seek hope and healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Laura Paxton

Laura Paxton

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My work is trauma-focused, and my approach includes a lot of education and creating a safe environment for clients to gain the skills and knowledge they need to reach their goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Chileme Ochulor

Dr. Chileme Ochulor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Davenport, IA


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Iannitelli

Amy Iannitelli

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I specialize in working with concerns including social anxiety, panic disorders, PTSD, body image issues, women's concerns, parenting challenges, and young adult experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Justin Goff

Justin Goff

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My style is direct, collaborative, and practical. I especially enjoy working with adults and men dealing with ADHD, anxiety, relationship strain, family stress, and the pressure of being the person others rely on.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Don Henderson

Don Henderson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


As a licensed therapist serving clients in Iowa, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges with compassion and understanding. My approach centers on helping people heal from trauma, manage grief, and build resilience through personalized, faith-informed counseling. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, including veterans, young adults, and individuals facing significant life transitions. My therapeutic practice focuses on addressing issues like social anxiety, self-esteem, communication challenges, and personal growth. Drawing from a trauma-informed and holistic perspective, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, develop healthy coping strategies, and rediscover their inner strength. Whether you're struggling with workplace stress, relationship dynamics, or personal healing, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance. My practice welcomes individuals seeking a compassionate, conservative approach to mental health support, with a particular sensitivity to Christian perspectives and values. Together, we can work towards meaningful personal transformation and emotional well-being. I am a parent of 4 adult children. As a therapist, it is my honor to help my clients achieve their life goals and get to a calmer and more peaceful place. These past four years, I have completed thousands of live sessions with clients from all walks of life, careers, ages, financial status., and backgrounds. You will find our sessions productive, respectful, non-judgmental, interactive, supportive, creative, and informative. My rule is to listen to understand not to reply. You will feel heard and understood.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Breanna Young

Breanna Young

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach to therapy is calm and supportive, with a focus on helping people feel understood and less alone in what they're facing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Chelesia Burkes-Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


******Our office will reach out to schedule an appointment with you once you request a consultation. We provide appointments and not consults with providers.

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.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Shook

Jennifer Shook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burlington, IA


“I create a space where children and teens can be themselves, feel heard, and work through what's going on at their own pace.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Hickman

Dr. Elizabeth Hickman

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide a supportive environment where clients feel empowered to create meaningful and lasting change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassandra Dickerson

Cassandra Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Therapy with me is not about fixing you — it's about discovering what you already know and have been carrying all along.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michael Arieta

Dr. Michael Arieta

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am adoption competent, credentialed through the CASE Foundation and Training in Adoption Competency program, and certified through the University of Minnesota's Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adam Dollen, Lmhc

Adam Dollen, Lmhc

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly about what you're experiencing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Craig Dike

Dr. Craig Dike

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach to treatment is first & foremost an "evidence based approach"... utilize a variety of well researched principles & techniques to assist you in moving towards the life you want.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD in Des Moines, IA

Number of therapists serving Des Moines, IA
There are over 355 therapists in Des Moines, IA accepting new patients.
355+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Trauma
  • 89%Stress management
  • 89%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 51%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 45%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 1%Yoruba
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 96%Online only
  • 4%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 19%Man
License types
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  • 36%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 31%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 22%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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