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Top therapists in Iowa accepting new patients

Find mental health support across Iowa with Headway's network of 329 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. With copays as low as $0 through insurance coverage, clients save an average of 75% on sessions while accessing talk therapy and medication management services.

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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anastasia Gibbs

Anastasia Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


You may be functioning well on the outside while quietly feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unable to slow down.

You may be the person others depend on while quietly feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. At Milton’s Place Counseling, therapy offers a supportive space to slow down, process what you are carrying, and identify practical next steps. I work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and major life transitions. You do not have to wait until you are in crisis to seek support.

If anxiety, depression, grief, or ongoing stress are making daily life feel harder, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with adolescents, adults, and families who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Many parents seek support when they notice changes in their teen’s mood, behavior, school functioning, or communication, while adults often come to therapy feeling exhausted, disconnected, or weighed down by life transitions and relationship stress.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Tafolla

Megan Tafolla

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I take an action-oriented, collaborative approach to therapy... to offer meaningful insight to support clients' healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Megan Blaine

Megan Blaine

Therapist

Virtual • Ottumwa, IA


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and focused on creating a space where you can be yourself without judgment.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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?"”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 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.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Palmer

Matthew Palmer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach centers on creating a compassionate, supportive environment where you feel safe and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kyle Bishop

Kyle Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship provides the opportunity to develop insight and coping strategies to improve life circumstances, while receiving the emotional support and objective guidance to thrive.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Christine Caldwell

Dr. Christine Caldwell

Psychologist

Virtual • Iowa


“I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel safe to be your authentic self, and I am committed to meeting you exactly where you are in your journey.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Traci Muramoto

Dr. Traci Muramoto

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“Clients will find me to be approachable, supportive, and focused on developing a strong therapeutic relationship.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Laurel Meine

Laurel Meine

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe my role as your therapist is to actively listen and to offer a supportive, encouraging and non-judgemental environment...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, OCD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 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.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 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.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ty Fischer

Ty Fischer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Clients should know that I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where they can show up as their authentic selves. I value building a genuine connection and work collaboratively with clients to help them better understand themselves, develop coping skills, and move toward meaningful change at their own pace.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christopher Carlson

Christopher Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I enjoy working with individuals within all of the clinical social work areas but specifically specialize within anxiety and depression.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Iowa

Number of therapists serving Iowa
There are over 321 therapists in Iowa 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

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right therapist for you

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 Iowa

Searching for therapists in Iowa starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want support with. Across the state, needs and available therapists can vary between urban and rural areas, so it helps to look for experience that matches your goals. You may be looking for support with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, or stress. As you compare Iowa therapists, review their listed specialties, therapy styles, and areas of focus, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples therapy.

Location, schedule, and format also shape whether a therapist is a practical fit. If you live near Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, or Iowa City, you may find more in-person options, while virtual therapy can expand your search across Iowa. Some people prefer meeting in an office, while others prefer the flexibility of virtual sessions from home. Before booking, check whether the therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that work for your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can also show how they describe their approach and what a first session may include.

The cost of therapy in Iowa can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs. Headway makes it easier to search for Iowa therapists who take insurance, compare availability, and see estimated session costs before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can confirm your specific coverage when you enter your insurance details. Browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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