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Trina Kroening-Skime, WI LCSW 12303-123, IA LISW 137127

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As a licensed clinical social worker in Wisconsin and a Licensed independent social worker in Iowa, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex... Read more

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Valerie Marsh, MN LMFT 1007, IA LMFT 000314

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As a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified clinical trauma specialist, my passion is helping my clients discover their strengths. learn new... Read more

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Elizabeth Shields, IA LMHC 133141, NE LIMHP 3905

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I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients from various, diverse backgrounds. What is most important in my opinion, first and foremost, is our... Read more

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Linda Dollen, IA LMHC 073540

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As a licensed therapist in Iowa, I bring over two decades of compassionate counseling experience dedicated to supporting individuals through life's complex... Read more

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Riley Rodemaker, IA LMHC 125942

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As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing challenges like... Read more

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Kathleen Cates-Richardson, AZ LMFT LMFT-16264, IA LMFT 000370

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I am licensed in Iowa, and Arizona with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, depression, grief, coping... Read more

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Dr. Jessica Martin, IA Psychologist 101972

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I am licensed in State of Iowa with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with chronic pain, sleeping... Read more

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Dr. Heidi Duong, WA LMHC LH 61410541, IA LMHC 124913

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Have you ever felt that something was missing from your life, as though you were attempting to reach a destination; however, it could not be reached? We will... Read more

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Mary Foy, IA LMHC 001569

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I am licensed in Iowa with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety & relationship issues. I... Read more

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Rev. Sergio Ayala, IL LCPC 180016866, IA LMHC 094835

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I am licensed in Iowa and Illinois with 9 years of professional clinical work experience. I have a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling, a Masters of... Read more

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Mary Pulscher, IA LMHC 00687

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I am licensed in Iowa as a therapist with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and... Read more

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Shannon Schaeffer, IA LMHC 101747

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I am licensed in Iowa with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with... Read more

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Connie Seth, IA LISW 04200

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I am licensed in Iowa with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping... Read more

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Mary Ruhland, IA LISW 01284, SD CSW-PIP 3229

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As a licensed therapist in Iowa with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice... Read more

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James Khile, IA LMFT 090655

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Hello and kudos for taking the first steps in seeking answers! Life can be challenging, sometimes confusing and other times painful. Taking the first step to... Read more

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Melody Hatter, CO LCSW CSW.09929681, IA LISW 119831

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Invest in yourself. You are worth it! It is not about being connected. It is about feeling connected. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas, Iowa... Read more

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Brenda Hanson, KS LSCSW LSCSW 1607, IA LISW 135454

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As a licensed therapist in Kansas with over four decades of clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and... Read more

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Aileen Barnhouse, IA LMHC 00869

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I am licensed in Iowa with 17 years of professional counseling experience. I primarily use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). I have experience in helping... Read more

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Dawn O'Regan, IA LISW 06148

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Hello! My name is Dawn and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker. I have 25 years of experience Working in Community Mental Health Organizations and in... Read more

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Mary Pulscher, IA LMHC 00687

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With over 25 years of dedicated clinical experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on... Read more

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Provides online counseling through BetterHelp. This is a sponsored listing.

Rev. Sergio Ayala, IL LCPC 180016866, IA LMHC 094835

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I am licensed in Iowa and Illinois with 9 years of professional clinical work experience. I have a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling, a Masters of... Read more

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Donald Henderson, IA LMHC 001749

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As a licensed therapist serving clients in Iowa, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges with compassion and understanding... Read more

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Barbara "Barb" Kroening, IA LISW 072666

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Asking for help can be very difficult and I believe it takes a lot of strength. I feel everybody needs a little help at some point in their life and there is... Read more

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Renee Sharper, TX LPC 80667, IA LMHC 136036

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I am licensed in Texas with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, ... Read more

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Michelle Hoff, IL LMFT 166.001385, IA LMFT 095986

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I am Christian Marriage and Family Therapist. I am licensed in Iowa and Illinois as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and in the state of Nebraska I am a... Read more

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Melody Hatter, CO LCSW CSW.09929681, IA LISW 119831

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Invest in yourself. You are worth it! It is not about being connected. It is about feeling connected. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas, Iowa... Read more

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Provides online counseling through BetterHelp. This is a sponsored listing.

Alice Rock, AZ LPC LPC-23171, IA LMHC 00255

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Hi. I have many years of doing substance abuse counseling in a hospital setting in Iowa. I have also worked as a school counselor with grades K - 8, I have... Read more

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Laura Leadley, LMFT, CADC

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Cedar Falls, IA

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I am an experienced licensed marriage and family therapist, who also works with individuals. I have been working in this field since 2004 and am also going to... Read more

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Ciara Ward, LCSW

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Warrenville, IL

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FOUNDER OF CARING CONVERSATIONS CENTER, LLC Helping individuals reconnect with themselves, heal from within, and build a life that feels authentic and... Read more

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Emily Conrad Steffen

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Cedar Falls, IA

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The Olive Branch is a team of professionals are committed to providing high quality, evidence-based therapy services to all ages and stages. We individualize... Read more

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