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Family therapy and counseling in Iowa

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Top family therapists in Iowa

Navigate family dynamics with evidence-based therapy through Headway's network of 123 providers across Iowa. Sessions address communication, conflict resolution, and relationship repair—covered by most major insurance plans with copays as low as $0.

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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jenna Brown

Jenna Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I strive to create a compassionate, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, valued, and understood.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Patrick Schmitz

Patrick Schmitz

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Clients often describe my style as calm, collaborative, and steady — offering a supportive space to pause, reflect, and grow toward lasting balance.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Carlson

Joshua Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I'll help you understand what's happening in your nervous system, why certain patterns keep repeating, and how to shift them in sustainable ways.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Leadley

Laura Leadley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cedar Falls, IA


I'm Laura, an LMFT in Iowa with a background in Chicago and a straightforward approach: I'll tell you the truth in a supportive way, and we'll figure out together what actually helps. I work with individuals, couples, and families, and I have deep experience with addiction and recovery, including people with incarceration histories. I also have a special interest in working with adoptees and the unique challenges that experience can bring. If you want a therapist who is direct, warm, and genuinely in your corner, I’d love to work with you.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 3 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.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miracle Fan

Miracle Fan

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe healing begins in connection and expression—connection with yourself and others as well as a safe space where we feel seen, supported, and free to express yourself fully.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Dr. Idowu Oshokoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, 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.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hawa Mbichenyi

Hawa Mbichenyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is compassionate, attentive, and collaborative, combining medication management with supportive therapy when appropriate.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lacey Farrow

Dr. Lacey Farrow

Therapist

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor across three states, I believe that access to mental health care is a vital necessity. I am passionate about helping clients move forward and helping others regain their lives. Conducting therapy services for 14 years has taught me that therapy is a feedback loop, where clients learn from me as I learn from them.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marla Hummel

Marla Hummel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a therapist with more than 14 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life's challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 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.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kristoffer Park

Dr. Kristoffer Park

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“My work is informed by CBT, DBT, and mindfulness practices, but what guides me most is building a genuine connection with you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Amy Wilhelmi

Amy Wilhelmi

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I specialize in couples and sex therapy, using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners reconnect emotionally and physically.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Blaine

Megan Blaine

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and focused on creating a space where you can be yourself without judgment.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Haley Bichsel

Haley Bichsel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“With over 10 years of experience, I help people who are dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, and childhood emotional or behavioral challenges find practical ways to feel better.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andrea Joyce

Andrea Joyce

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe each person has to move at their own pace, one that is comfortable for them and allows to create trust with your therapist.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 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.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Katina Walker

Katina Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My practice centers on helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of trauma, anxiety, and reproductive mental health.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephen Willmer

Stephen Willmer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I will listen without judgment, offer steady support, and be honest and direct when doing so can help you move forward.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 14 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Rebecca Stern

Rebecca Stern

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Whether you’re dealing with a long-standing struggle or a new crisis, finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. I offer a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported from the start. Whatever you’re carrying, we’ll work through it together and find a path forward that helps you feel better.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maggie Austin

Maggie Austin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I take a holistic approach to psychiatry, considering a patient's entire well-being, including their physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual health.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susan Lane

Susan Lane

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is called, "Integrative Therapy" where we blend traditional methods like CBT, IFS, narrative writing, Solution Focused, etc. with holistic practices like reiki, meditation, and breathwork to release from mind, body, heart, and spirit.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 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.

Serving major areas, including Austin, Texas, our behavioral health medication management clinic ensures you receive personalized care from the comfort of your home. Get started today with reliable and accessible mental health services!

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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.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ellen Crozier

Ellen Crozier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Richelle Massengale

Richelle Massengale

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I work from a holistic approach, meaning, in our time together, we will address your whole lifestyle and how that contributes to your wellbeing.”
Family issues, Chronic conditions, Diabetes, End of life care, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Carpentier

Ashley Carpentier

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I help teen girls and young women overcome eating disorders, body image struggles, perfectionism, and anxiety.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Soulliaa Foley

Soulliaa Foley

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Create restorative routines grounded in trauma-informed care, expressive therapies, and healing arts modalities with me this season.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brit Sweet

Brit Sweet

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore life's challenges, connect with your strengths, and work toward meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

About our family therapists in Iowa

Number of therapists serving Iowa
There are over 123 therapists in Iowa accepting new patients.
123+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Trauma
  • 90%Stress management
  • 87%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 51%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
  • 45%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 2%Yoruba
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Cantonese
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 37%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 35%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 15%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 9%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 48%Couples therapy
  • 28%Child or adolescent therapy

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