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Zachery Sheeley, IA LMHC 092940

LMHC

Verified

Online only

I am licensed in Iowa with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues... Read more

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

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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ALI SIMPSON, LMHC

LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)

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Des Moines, IA

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Starting counseling can feel intimidating. I’m here to make that first step a little easier. My name is Ali Simpson and I strive to create an environment... Read more

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Amy Snow-Dehmer

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West Des Moines, IA

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As a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 20 years experience, I have primarily served in schools & child custody mediation. I am now bringing these unique... Read more

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Chad Peters, LMHC

LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor)

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Clive, IA

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I believe everyone deserves a space where their story is heard and valued. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, my passion lies in empowering adults to... Read more

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Ash King, LMHC

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Mitchellville, IA

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You've gone through your whole life trying to keep up. You're just anxious, depressed, you've told yourself this a million times. Tell yourself the... Read more

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Anna Hepker, LISW

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Cedar Rapids, IA

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I have experience supporting people dealing with anxiety, panic, depression, and trauma. Together, we’ll work on building effective coping skills and use... Read more

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Emily Flanagan, tLMHC

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Knoxville, IA

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I am a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist specializing in adolescent care, body image, and eating disorders—working with clients through a Health at... Read more

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Genevieve Salvato, LMHC

LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor)

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Des Moines, IA

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Do you often feel sad, more than you think you should, or feel stuck, or numb or find that you are irritable and angry and don't know why? Do your moods... Read more

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Rachel Epley, LMHC, LCPC, MT-BC

LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)

Verified

Online & In-Person

North Liberty, IA

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I am a psychotherapist and music therapist, eager to help people tap into their personal strengths and resilience. If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or... Read more

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Brianna White, LISW

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

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Coralville, IA

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I am an experienced therapist working with children, teens, and adults, specializing in trauma, anxiety, and grief. In my office, all parts of you are welcome... Read more

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Stephanie Albers, LMHC

LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)

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Knoxville, IA

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I am a compassionate therapist specializing in supporting individuals in larger bodies through eating disorders, body image distress, anxiety, and depression... Read more

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Minon Maier

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

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Scottsdale, AZ

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I am a LMFT with over 20 years experience helping clients heal from trauma, grief, feeling stuck, and low self-esteem. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family... Read more

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SUSAN JACOBS, LCSW LISW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Bannockburn, IL

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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Iowa with 30 yrs of experience working with adults, couples and teens. I am a strong believer that... Read more

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Jennifer Francke, LIMHP, LPC, LADC, LMHC

Licensed Professional Counselor

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Omaha, NE

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With over 11 years of experience as a licensed therapist and substance abuse counselor, I offer a holistic, client-centered approach to help you manage... Read more

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ChiChi Nwizu-Brady, LCSW, CACII

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Tucker, GA

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As a culturally sensitive clinical social worker with over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting underrepresented adults, immigrants, and children... Read more

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Brandi Stalzer, LMHC, LPCC, LIMHP

LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)

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Knoxville, IA

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I am a licensed mental health counselor specializing in binge eating and body image concerns, committed to helping clients build a peaceful relationship with... Read more

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Mary Eldridge, LISW LCSW LICSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Marion, IA

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Do you feel like you’re never good enough? You’re feeling like no matter how hard you try, the expectations shift, and you are left feeling like it’s... Read more

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Carmen Ramirez-Kinsey, LMHC

LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)

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As a therapist who provides counseling for those struggling with chronic pain, ADHD, trauma, and anxiety, I have a keen understanding of how these conditions... Read more

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Sara Aranda, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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I am an experienced clinical social worker. My passion is helping adults heal from trauma and find posttraumatic growth. My Personality: Bold, honest... Read more

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Nena Kircher, PSYD

Psychologist

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Farmington, MO

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Hope is the Only Thing Stronger than Fear We believe the journey to wellness starts with the choice to hope that there is the possibility for tomorrow to be a... Read more

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Stephanie Rodriguez, LCSW-S

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Online & In-Person

Houston, TX

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I am an experienced trauma therapist who utilizes the top therapies to help you reach the goals you want. I utilize somatic experience therapy, EMDR... Read more

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Jason Swain, MS, LIMHP, LMHC, CCMHC

LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)

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Omaha, NE

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I am an experienced Mental Health Counselor dedicated to assisting individuals who have experienced trauma and are experiencing symptoms of PTSD, depression... Read more

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Tiffany Blevins, LSCSW, LCSW, LISW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Topeka, KS

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I have over 20 years of experience, I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience in helping with relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression... Read more

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Marcia Starkman, MSN APRN PMHCNS-BC

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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I am a warm, compassionate, caring psychiatric nurse with more than 40 years’ experience, and I treat clients from age 5 to seniors. I specialize in... Read more

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Dr. Micah Duke, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, FNP-C

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Forney, TX

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Dr. Duke is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to delivering top-notch care, promoting well-being without stigma, and leveraging over 30... Read more

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Melissa Amison, MS. Ed, MAEA, LCSW, CEAP

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Brookfield, IL

Online & In-Person

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A Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experiences in private practice, educational settings, and working with children and families. Welcome. My... Read more

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Karel Winner, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Sheridan, WY

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My name is Karel, I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and founder of Solutions Psychiatry. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression... Read more

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