Find the Best Child Psychologists and Child Therapists in West Des Moines, IA (2024)

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I also have many years working with

children

and parents to resolve family conflicts.

If you are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or a trauma that you just can't seem to "get over", give me a call. These are all areas that I love helping people overcome. I have over 10 years of clinical experience working in the mental health profession. I specialize in working through family problems with individuals and their families. I believe in empowering people to successfully discharge from therapy and take back control of their lives.

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West Des Moines,IA50265

Mark Cowan is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 25 years' experience providing Clinical Social Work. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and Psychology from Iowa State University and received his Master's in Social Work form the University of Iowa. Mark has worked with individuals,

children

/adolescents and families throughout his career. Specialties include family conflict, trauma, adolescent work, depression/anxiety, relationship difficulties, sexual issues and men's issues.

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West Des Moines,IA50266

Serving

Children

and Families in the Des Moines Area for over 9 years. Specializing in Youth, Adolescent ages, and pre/post natal parenting.

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Our specialties include: Psychological Testing and counseling with

Children

, Teens, Adults, and families as well as Elder Adults in or out of nursing homes.

Clinicians at Central Iowa Psychological Services put client's first and see ourselves as facilitators for your growth. We help you deal with emotional problems, relationship/family concerns, and several learning and behavioral issues with all ages. We use psychological testing and empirically-based counseling strategies along with our expert knowledge and experience in helping people change. We are located in Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines Iowa. You can view our therapist's specialties and resume's on our web site at www.iowacounseling.com.

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West Des Moines,IA50266

Whether

child

or adult, the journey is much the same, though the process differs.

Hello Beautiful People! I enjoy seeing all ages, adults,

children

, and teens. I see both non-traumatized people, who are usually dealing with anxiety and issues with mood, and people who experienced trauma, who deal with pain and many complexities of distress. I believe people get to where they want to if they just keep trying and do not give up. I would call that growing. I believe people want to feel regarded, respected, like they belong, and satisfied about something in their lives. I like to partner with people to create a map of how to untangle the knots, dislodge the stuck places, and move through obstacles to feeling better.

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Hello! I am Peyton Milstead, a dedicated therapist specializing in providing support and empowerment to

children

, adolescents, and families on their unique journeys of growth and healing. I am deeply committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where individuals and families can explore their emotions, develop resilience, and cultivate healthier relationships. My passion lies in utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help clients navigate life's challenges with grace and strength

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West Des Moines,IA50265

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I enjoy working with

children

, adolescents, adults, and families on a variety of challenges. I especially enjoy working with kids using play-based interventions. Play therapy is an approach to counseling that allows

children

to use toys and other play materials to express their thoughts and feelings. I am a registered play therapist with many hours of specialized training in play therapy techniques. I am also trained in Parent-

Child

Interaction Therapy (PCIT).

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I have been providing therapy for

children

(age 5 and up), adolescents and adults since 2000 in a variety of therapeutic settings. I specialize in the area of trauma and other forms of abuse that causes emotional stress and negative impact on the individual's life and families lives. I am an EMDR trained therapist.

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West Des Moines,IA50266

Jeremy Overbaugh values and enjoys working with

children

, adolescents, and families who are responding to a broad range of problems and concerns in their lives and relationships. He offers a relaxed, non-judgmental approach to therapy, with the goal of providing collaborative and effective treatment to the individuals he works with. Jeremy's primary areas of clinic focus include: ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, anger/behavioral issues, PTSD/trauma, ASD, family conflict/separation/divorce issues and school difficulties. Jeremy offers individual adult and couples therapy, as well.

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West Des Moines,IA50265

I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Registered Nurse. I have been working with

children

, adolescents, and adults for nearly a decade. I have experience in a variety of settings which include outpatient, partial hospitalization, inpatient, emergency room services, and juvenile corrections. I like to utilize a variety of treatment methods which include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and interpersonal therapy. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment to promote growth and change!

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West Des Moines,IA50266

I specialize working with adults and

children

(ages 8 to 17) with a focus in the areas of anxiety, anger control, parenting, ADHD, relationships and depression. Everyone has points in their lives where they may question themselves or have to deal with difficult situations they may, or may not, have been expecting. I want to help people find ways to help them realize their potential. I work with clients by exploring and educating them about the strengths they already have and how they can be a force for positive change.

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West Des Moines,IA50266

I enjoy working with

children

, teens, families, and adults to help them solve their problems. I have been working as a therapist since 2008, and worked with

children

at a residential campus for the six years prior to that. I love finding solutions and watching people blossom and thrive when they are no longer burdened by their personal struggles.

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West Des Moines,IA50266

We serve

children

(as young as 2), teens, adults ,couples and families at our 3 offices (Marion, Dallas and Polk Counties) and 35 school locations throughout 4 Central Iowa counties.

Since 2008 Integrative Counseling Solutions, Inc has been reaching out to schools and rural communities in Central Iowa to make mental health services more accessible.

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I see a wide variety of

children

and adults ranging from 3 years old to 65 with similar attachment issues.

Hello and Welcome! I am an LISW therapist (Licensed Independent Social Worker) and a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor. As a therapist, I work with

children

adolescents, families and adults. I provide a unique combination of expressive and more traditional therapies. I have obtained highly specialized training in play and sand tray therapy, attachment, trauma, and Theraplay. I am EMDR certified with both

children

and adults. I am also a SoulCollage (R) Facilitator. This practice uses printed images to create a visual journal of one's life.

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I have worked with

children

and families for over 25 years in a multitude of capacities. I strive to meet my clients where they are and offer the most effective treatment approaches possible. I have extensive training and experience in working with those who struggle with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Trauma, Divorce and Blended Family Issues and parenting difficulties. I offer individual therapy and family therapy and work primarily with ages 10 to adult.

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West Des Moines,IA50266

I have worked with

children

and families in mental health and school settings, growing my understanding of

child

development and family dynamics.

Welcome! If you or someone you care about is struggling emotionally, I respect you for taking a step toward enhancing your mental health! Life can be hard and when we as adults, or our

children

, experience challenges we respond to them from our perspective and with the tools we have access to. Through therapy, you will unravel your thoughts, using talk, play, art, or other modes, while integrating new tools to grow. With experience in mental health, I draw on a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities with clients managing a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, behavioral, and adjustment-related issues.

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West Des Moines,IA50265

I enjoy mending families and relationships. I enjoy working with

children

, helping them to overcome difficult situations, communicate their emotions and needs, healing from trauma, and developing their goals. I enjoy helping those struggling with mental illness fight through their symptoms, realize their worth, and push them over that mountain to what they want to accomplish. I enjoy working with people like you. We all have problems, we all go through tough times. Let me help you get through your current struggle.

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If you have experienced trauma, loss, significant or unexpected change, family conflict, felt down and depressed, anxious, or all of the above I hope to be of help to you. I work with individuals,

children

, and families.

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West Des Moines,IA50266 (Online Only)

We work with

children

, adolescents, and adults who struggle with OCD- and anxiety-related concerns, including: OCD, panic and agoraphobia, health anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, body-focused repetitive behaviors, body dysmorphic disorder, trauma and PTSD, depression and mood-related issues, among others.

Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services is a specialty clinic that strives to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment for those who are suffering from anxiety and OCD, and who otherwise may not have access to specialized therapy services. We work with

children

, adolescents, and adults, offering both individual and parent-based therapy.

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West Des Moines,IA50266

Patrick is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who brings humor and authenticity to his work with adolescents and adults. He has experience working with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship concerns,

child

and adolescent behavioral problems, problematic sexual behaviors and other life experiences. He believes that each person has their own story that has shaped what they are currently experiencing. Through his work, he strives to foster a safe space where clients can tell their story, gain insight into how that story impacts functioning, and create a new reality that is more fulfilling.

Child psychologists in West Des Moines, IA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in West Des Moines build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.