Ankeny, IA Practitioners

I am a client-centered therapist with over 27 years' experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My Goal is to work WITH you to create a plan that feels like help. I strive to create a therapeutic space that is supportive and safe in order to foster growth and change. I am knowledgeable about the biological, emotional, relational and spiritual aspects of mental health and have both respect and compassion for the complexity of these factors in your life. As a therapist, I am interested in gaining an understanding of your unique needs and developing a plan together.  Work with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, eating disorders.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years' experience. My therapy approach can best be described as eclectic. This means I draw on a number of theories and methods depending on the issue(s) a client brings to therapy. What is central to the process is my commitment to the client’s well-being and growth. I see therapy as a process and a partnership, and my goal is to be an effective advocate and support for my clients.

Hello! I am Danielle Bennett, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor (NCC). Trained in EMDR.  

Carol is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Iowa and a Nationally Certified Counselor. She specializes in cognitive behavior therapy and believes in building a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients. Carol has knowledge and experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse populations.

Hello! I'm Madi, an Ankeny native, mom of two beautiful little girls. I have a passion for helping people, I have a background on the medical side of health care along with the holistic side of medicine. I am so glad to be apart of this team, and excited to help with anything in your process.

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*Now accepting new clients in Ankeny!* I’m Taryn, a licensed Mental Health Counselor with a specialization in Art Therapy. I take a collaborative, client-centered approach to counseling, and like to encourage artmaking in session. Creating in session is not a requirement. However, using art materials in therapy offers a chance to actively process what we talk about, and engages the brain and body in our therapeutic work.

* Now accepting new clients! * I believe that everyone deserves the space to be heard and I am passionate about providing this space to others. I offer a holistic perspective due to my background in yoga and massage therapy. My approach is eclectic and I interweave mindfulness, EMDR, and CBT, while offering trauma-informed care, strength-building, and unconditional positive regard throughout.

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* Now accepting new clients! * I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with over 23 years of experience who graduated from Iowa State University with my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and from Loyola University in Chicago with my Master's degree in Social Work.

Now accepting new clients! Ashley has extensive experience with children, adolescents, and their families, as well as experience in counseling adults ages ranging from 18-35. She is a personable, committed therapist who utilizes a solution-focused approach with an emphasis in both emotion-focused and schema therapies. She strives to create an environment that is playful, comfortable, and supportive to client success and growth. She works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, parent-child relationships, grief, stress, self-esteem, and transitional life issues.

Now accepting new clients! Kristin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Iowa and is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Iowa State University, and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Northern Iowa. She has experience working with children ages 5 and up, adolescents, and adults with various mental health needs where she creates individualized plans for therapy and wellness. She utilizes strength-based, person-centered, DBT, and CBT approaches. Kristin values the unique journey each individual goes on to find their own healing. She is here to guide you, be your sound board, and challenge you in ways that best fit your timeline and struggles. There is no "right" way but "your" way. She strives to provide a comfortable and safe space, empowering you to see the change you are motivated for!   I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and PTSD, LGBTQ+ issues, transitional and phase of life issues, career challenges, self-esteem related concerns. For scheduling, please call: (515) 954-9865