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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 327 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.

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 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Miranda Mbutambe

Dr. Miranda Mbutambe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bettendorf, IA


“She provides compassionate care for both physical and mental health needs, helping patients find practical solutions and regain balance in their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Haley Bichsel

Haley Bichsel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach blends solution-focused, trauma-informed care with evidence-based tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mathew Schmeckpeper

Mathew Schmeckpeper

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is direct, practical, and focused on real progress. I use your past experiences to understand what has worked, what hasn't, and how to build a path forward.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Racheal Onodu

Racheal Onodu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with 18 years of experience in general health and 7 years of mental health. I diagnose and treat mental disorders with a sense of comfort and trust. My practice combines the best of psychiatric services with focus on the best treatment plan for your general well-being.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robert Wright

Robert Wright

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is collaborative, personalized, and focused on treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Grace Soistman

Grace Soistman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is not just symptom reduction but helping you understand how your brain works so treatment feels clear, collaborative, and sustainable.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Matthew Palmer

Matthew Palmer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach centers on creating a compassionate, supportive environment where you feel safe and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 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.

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karyn Warford

Karyn Warford

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I offer a safe space to explore new perspectives and tools so that we can find deeper healing and help you reconnect with what's most important to you and get you moving forward again.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Melanie Heto

Dr. Melanie Heto

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“A neuroscience-based model of therapy, designed for effective, time and money-saving results, validated by research, and then tailored to the needs of busy, family-loving, go-getters.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Loesch

Diana Loesch

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I know counseling works, because I've been there. I will never forget the lengthy internal debate "should I or shouldn't I?"”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Tafolla

Megan Tafolla

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy... to offer meaningful insight to support clients' healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Tiffany Blevins

Tiffany Blevins

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Iowa, North Dakota, Arizona and Idaho with over 20 years of experience working with adults struggling with difficult relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief/loss.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tiffany Lemery

Tiffany Lemery

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe resilience isn't about pretending you're unaffected. It's about processing what you've carried so it no longer controls your life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Jessica Lomas

Dr. Jessica Lomas

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I incorporate elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family systems theory, attachment-based interventions, and skills-focused behavioral strategies...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Holly Knapp

Holly Knapp

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“With 15+ years of experience, I offer a warm, down-to-earth, trauma-informed approach focused on helping you understand what's keeping you stuck and actively work toward change.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Heather Armstrong

Dr. Heather Armstrong

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that when someone seeks therapy, they are reaching out because they want to move forward, feel less stuck, or find new ways to live well.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephen Willmer

Stephen Willmer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Are you struggling with anxiety, relationship, or addiction issues? I specialize in all three of those. With my 20 years of experience I can help you get the change and relief you are looking for. Most of my clients start to feel better within a couple of sessions. Therapy can be short or long term and I will work with you on a plan that works best for you and your needs. Some of my other experience includes, depression, mood disorders, couples/family issues, major life changes, grief, divorce, domestic violence, parenting, trauma, and adjustments to adult children.

PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rebecca Baker

Rebecca Baker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • West Des Moines, IA


Something has been off for a while — maybe you can't sleep, can't focus, can't seem to shake a persistent heaviness that makes everyday life harder than it should be. You've been managing it on your own, but you're ready for something to actually change.

I'm Rebecca Baker, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serving adolescents and adults across Iowa. I help people who are living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, sleep disruption, and the stress of major life transitions — and I take a genuinely personalized approach to each person I work with.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vivian Bedu-Addo

Vivian Bedu-Addo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about enhancing mental wellness through individualized treatment support and empathy.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robi Brewer

Robi Brewer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Maquoketa, IA


“I believe in developing a strong therapeutic rapport with my clients to ensure they are comfortable and feel safe throughout the therapeutic process.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Karen Gutherless

Karen Gutherless

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am very person centered and will explore what is in the best interest of the person and or family's needs.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Samuel Omolade

Samuel Omolade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


Looking for expert telepsychiatry and online psychiatric medication management? Samz Mental Health provides compassionate, convenient, and confidential mental health care across Texas, New York, Maryland, Colorado, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Florida, Iowa, and Washington State. Our board-certified psychiatric providers specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and more—all through secure online appointments.

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Understanding Your Issues:

I understand that every individual is unique, and your concerns are as individual as you are. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Reyerson-Slifer

Melissa Reyerson-Slifer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Julia Rodin

Julia Rodin

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I see therapy as a collaborative process. You are the expert on your life, and I'm here to help guide and support you as you work toward feeling better.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jonathan Levin

Jonathan Levin

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe the purpose of therapy is to empower the client. This will allow them to tell their story and learn to believe in their full potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicholas Freeman

Nicholas Freeman

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe in people and change. I believe that when people lean into discomfort and challenge, people can grow and overcome through some of life's most challenging obstacles.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LeAnn Lord

LeAnn Lord

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)... and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) concepts.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julie Butler

Julie Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I am so happy you are here. I've practiced counseling since 2012 and am a licensed mental health counselor in Iowa. I provide telehealth therapy, which is an accessible way to receive healing from the comfort of your home. My work includes helping people with life transitions, relationship conflicts, grief, trauma, anxiety, and depression. I offer both individual and couples counseling.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mason Miller

Mason Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment where you can regain hope, build on your strengths, and move toward the life you want to create.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 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.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacinta Wangui

Jacinta Wangui

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“With a background in treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions, I use a compassionate and personalized approach to care.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Oliver Gutierrez

Oliver Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I blend compassion with practical, real-world tools so you leave each session feeling not just heard, but genuinely equipped.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Kory Frederick

Dr. Kory Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Extensive healthcare and mental health experience. Empowering others to achieve overall wellness and reach their goals. Open and receptive to feedback. Patient and understanding to where clients are in their current lives and situations. Values teamwork and collaboration in effort to resolve issues others are experiencing.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jason Swain

Jason Swain

Therapist

Virtual • Council Bluffs, IA


“My approach to therapy is meeting you with unconditional positive regard, recognizing that you are the subject matter expert on you...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 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 3 insurance carriers

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