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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 329 providers with average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session.

Jennifer Shook

Jennifer Shook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burlington, IA


“I try to create a space where kids can just be themselves and where you don't feel like you're figuring it all out alone.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Hughes

Elizabeth Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • West Des Moines, IA


“I am a client centered therapist who helps address past and present experiences with compassion and accurate information to unlock behavior from set patterns.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Murphy

Lynn Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about creating a supportive, compassionate environment where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and achieve meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kevin Kohnke

Kevin Kohnke

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I'm passionate about this work because I've been there myself. I know what it's like to battle anxiety and depression...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Dix

Heather Dix

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I strive to create a warm and safe space with a listening ear to validate what you've been going through.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dominga Martinez

Dominga Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • West Des Moines, IA


“I'm a firm believer in the power of human connection, and I'm passionate about helping people find their voice and live a more authentic life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth McCoy

Elizabeth McCoy

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My clients often say I bring warmth, directness, and a touch of humor to our sessions, like a trusted sister with the tools to help you thrive.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katrena Armstrong

Katrena Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“You will be seen, heard, and affirmed. At the same time, you will be gently challenged, supported in broadening your perspective, and taught mindfulness techniques.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shannon Hilliker

Shannon Hilliker

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My hope is that clients will walk away from sessions feeling supported and cared for, with a compassionate and growing self-awareness...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cynthia Colleen Lawson

Cynthia Colleen Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Necol Arens

Necol Arens

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide person centered empowering evidenced based interventions that allows for individuals to feel hopeful and heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathryn Ard

Kathryn Ard

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


As a licensed therapist in Alabama, Colorado, Iowa, Massachusetts, and Virginia. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My professional approach centers on helping clients address depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and workplace stress. I have extensive experience working with young adults, midlife individuals, and older adults facing transitions and personal growth opportunities. I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I'm committed to providing personalized, evidence-based support tailored to individual needs and experiences. Drawing from a decade of clinical experience, I offer a warm, collaborative approach that empowers clients to understand themselves more deeply and make meaningful life changes.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Noel

Hannah Noel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hello! My name is Hannah, I’m a licensed therapist with over 10 years of experience. I strongly value providing trauma-informed care and treatment that is grounded in safety, steadiness, and that is focused on the client’s self-determined need. To this day, the therapeutic relationship and alliance remains one of the strongest predictor of the effectiveness of therapy. As such, I firmly value the therapeutic relationship and will work to provide a safe and secure dynamic to support clients as they work towards their individualized goals. As a provider, my focus is on helping clients build emotional regulation, self-trust, and enhances their natural resilience at a pace that honors their nervous system and lived experience.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laurie Longfield

Laurie Longfield

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Being here is the first step to start your journey to find balance through a non judgmental therapeutic relationship that offers empathy, validation, support...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mollie Mulholland

Mollie Mulholland

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“Dr. Mulholland's approach is collaborative and practical, integrating proven therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, trauma‐informed care, and skills‐based interventions tailored to each person's goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lisa Johnson

Lisa Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My clients are often navigating high stress, burnout, trauma, or life transitions—and they're ready for real support that actually works.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Stratton

Jennifer Stratton

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have worked in the mental health field for 20 years, working with all ages and stages of development.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Griffith

Jennifer Griffith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“You are not just a diagnosis; you are a unique individual whose mental, physical, and social health all impact your overall well-being.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanna Bement

Joanna Bement

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I see myself as someone who is a giver of hope, that we can partner together, along with some good tools, to make things better.”
Anxiety, Diabetes, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Energetic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Julia Brockett

Julia Brockett

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist with five years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life's challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brett Sharockman

Brett Sharockman

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am dedicated to guiding adult men through the unique challenges that you face, including the journey of recovery from sex addiction, life transitions, and other personal struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jill Ertel

Jill Ertel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, empowered, and equipped with practical tools for real-life change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Clark

Sarah Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am dedicated to creating a safe and caring environment where we can focus on addressing your therapeutic needs, whatever they may be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ann DeYoung

Ann DeYoung

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about working with my clients to promote reflection, develop self-compassion, improved relationships, and find a more peaceful pace of life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tyris Martin

Tyris Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hello! My name is Ty Martin and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri since 2010. In addition to Missouri, I am also licensed in the states of Washington, Iowa, and Nevada. I aspire to get licensed in other states so I can provide services to those in need.

My theoretical orientation is based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT) as there are a variety of interventions to choose from that are evidenced based. I specialize in Trauma Informed CBT, e.g. TF CBT for children 3-18 and Cognitive Processing Therapy for ages 14-Adulthood. However, I have had the opportunity to serve people with use of Strength Based Approaches, Non directive therapy, e.g. Client Centered Approaches and Directive therapy approaches, Skills Building and Structured Problem Solving, amongst many other interventions.

In my tenure as a therapist, I have served across many facets including Virtual, In Home, Inpatient, Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, In School, and other Community based settings. I also have treated across diverse cultures including but not limited to age, ethnicities, gender, disabilities, socioeconomic status, etc.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Denise Kelley Edwards

Denise Kelley Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I try to keep our session relaxed and friendly as I challenge clients through CBT, Narrative Therapy and sometimes a Psychodynamic approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sonya Weber-Madison

Sonya Weber-Madison

Therapist

Virtual • Bettendorf, IA


“I have been in the social work field for over 20 years and have had the privilege to meet, learn with and grow with individuals from many different walks of life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christine Rykiel

Christine Rykiel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I practice from a philosophy of empowering my clients to achieve balance with their mental and emotional health and to maintain healthy boundaries that support their well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Susan Bock

Susan Bock

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow, no matter how stuck they may feel in their current circumstances.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Vandercoy

Jessica Vandercoy

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I take a person in environment approach and will walk along side you on a journey of self-discovery and healing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tokunbo Akinleye

Tokunbo Akinleye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I provide an open, non-judgmental, compassionate, and warm environment. I want each and every patient to know their concerns are being addressed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Jessica Campbell-Boyd

Dr. Jessica Campbell-Boyd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is warm, evidence-based, and empowering—designed to help you feel heard, supported, and ready to move forward with confidence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danyell Gustaw

Danyell Gustaw

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Personal growth and change require a safe and supportive environment. As your therapist, I will provide a safe space...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tamara Hollingsworth

Tamara Hollingsworth

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I take the person-centered approach as each person is an individual and has unique needs and issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joy Bockhold

Joy Bockhold

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Working in this field for 15 years, I have learned that we grow when we are in good soil. I describe myself as a "roots" therapist.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Cynthia Pelton

Cynthia Pelton

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I help clients recognize how the messags they received as a child may not work for them as an adult.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melanie Sherrill

Melanie Sherrill

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Welcome! My name is Melanie and I am the own of A Mindfulness Practice LLC. I earned my MS in Counseling with a concentration in mental health at NOVA Southeastern University in 2019. I have experience working with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse. My work with adolescents includes depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and sexual identity.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Des Moines, IA

Number of therapists serving Des Moines, IA
There are over 321 therapists in Des Moines, IA accepting new patients.
321+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 41%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 40%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 94%Online only
  • 5%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 19%Man
License types
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  • 37%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 35%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 15%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 Mental Health Therapist in Des Moines, IA

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.

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