Child or Adolescent Therapists in Iowa

"I am dedicated to putting patient safety and comfort first, while also promoting dignity and well-being. With a solid background in psychiatric evaluations and treatment, I aim to provide compassionate care to those in need. At You Bridge Health, where I currently work, I conduct thorough psychiatric assessments and create personalized treatment plans. I collaborate with a team of experts to ensure each patient gets the best care possible. I also prescribe and monitor medications, always tweaking them to find the right balance for each individual. Educating patients and their families about mental health is a big part of my role because informed patients are empowered patients. Previously, at Amity Healthcare Services, I provided psychotherapy and counseling using proven methods like CBT and DBT. I also managed the medication needs of my patients and ensured all documentation was accurate and up-to-date. During my time at Ancora Psychiatric Hospital, I cared for patients with both acute and chronic mental health issues in an inpatient setting. From administering medications to working closely with a multidisciplinary team, I strived to create a supportive and effective treatment environment. In my earlier role at Cooper University Hospital, I focused on cardiac patient care and maintaining strict safety protocols while using the Epic electronic health record system. This experience taught me the importance of detailed record-keeping and patient education for long-term wellness. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, involving patients and their families every step of the way. My goal is to help my patients understand their conditions and feel comfortable and confident in their treatment plans. Your mental health journey is important, and I'm here to support you through it. As a PMHNP, I treat patients through a holistic, collaborative approach that includes comprehensive assessments, evidence-based interventions, and ongoing support tailored to their individual needs. Building a strong therapeutic alliance is essential, so I prioritize empathy, respect, and clear communication, ensuring patients feel heard and empowered in their care. The value I hold most as a provider is fostering trust, as it creates a safe space for patients to openly share their experiences, leading to more effective treatment outcomes and promoting their overall well-being.

Hello and a warm welcome! I'm Denay Kelly, your compassionate Nurse Practitioner specializing in family practice, emergency medicine, Psychiatric and hospital medicine. With a rich educational background, including a Master's in Nursing, I've cultivated a wealth of expertise to ensure you receive top-notch care tailored to your needs. Throughout my career, I've embraced various pivotal roles that have allowed me to provide exceptional care in emergency situations and routine health management. Whether it's leading medical teams in critical access hospitals or delivering urgent psychiatric care via telehealth, my experiences across Minnesota, Iowa, Florida and beyond have deepened my commitment to accessible and comprehensive healthcare for all. Communication is the heartbeat of effective healthcare. My adept use of electronic health systems like Epic, Meditech, and Cerner guarantees that every detail of your health journey is meticulously documented and readily available for any necessary consultations—always with strict adherence to HIPAA regulations. Beyond clinical practice, I'm passionate about nurturing future healthcare leaders through teaching and mentorship. My certifications in Advanced Family Practice showcase my dedication to lifelong learning and excellence in patient care. When I'm not caring for patients or engaging with students, you'll likely find me reveling in the simple joys of life. Gardening brings me peace, traveling fuels my curiosity about the world, and quality moments with friends and family are what I cherish most. For a dose of adventure, I love hopping on my bike for a trail ride or hiking through nature's wonders. And on those days when relaxation calls my name, there's no place I'd rather be than unwinding at the beach. I'm here to support your health journey with empathy, skillful care, and a commitment to helping you achieve the healthiest version of yourself. Thank you for entrusting me with such an important aspect of your life.

Hello, I’m Alexine Nansinla, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to delivering compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. I hold a Master’s degree in Nursing from Walden University and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience working in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and mental health centers. Throughout my career, I have developed essential skills in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a wide range of mental health conditions. My journey has not only strengthened my clinical abilities but also honed my leadership and interpersonal skills, which are vital in delivering high-quality care. I am committed to fostering open communication with my patients and their families, ensuring they feel informed and supported every step of the way. My approach to care is collaborative, as I strongly believe in working closely with other healthcare professionals to create personalized treatment plans that meet each patient's unique needs. Whether it’s through medication management, therapeutic sessions, or simply being a supportive presence, I aim to make a positive impact on my patients' mental health journeys. I am passionate about empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being, and I am dedicated to being a compassionate and reliable partner in their path to mental wellness. Treatment Philosophy: I believe in a compassionate, patient-centered approach to mental health care. My focus is on building strong therapeutic relationships, fostering open communication, and creating individualized treatment plans. I work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care while prioritizing patients' unique needs and goals. By empowering patients through shared decision-making, I aim to promote mental wellness and support their journey to recovery and well-being. Specialties: • Mental Health Conditions treated: • ADHD • Alcohol dependency • Alcohol Use • Anger management • Antisocial Personality • Anxiety • Bipolar disorders • Depression • Eating Disorders • Grief • Insomnia • Mood Disorders • OCD • Panic Attacks • Personality disorder • PTSD • Sleep or Insomnia • Stress • Substance abuse • Substance Use • Suicidal Ideation • Trauma and PTSD Treatment approach: • Assessment and Diagnosis Expertise • Christian Counseling • Cognitive Behavioral Techniques • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) • Comprehensive Risk Factor Assessment • Culturally Sensitive Approaches • Geriatric Patient Treatment Recommendations • Holistic • Individualized Nursing Care Plans • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration • Medication Management and Monitoring • Mindfulness-Based(MBCT) • Person-Focused • Psychotherapy and Counseling Services • Trauma-Informed Care Practices Insurance: • Aetna • Blue Cross Blue Shield • Cigna • Kaiser Permanente • Medicare • Optum • Oscar Health • Oxford • UnitedHealthcare

Hello, I'm Monica Hamm, a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner licensed across multiple states, including Kansas, Idaho, Iowa, New Hampshire, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Utah. With over ten years in nursing, I specialize in weight loss management, urgent care, women's and men's reproductive and sexual health, and long-term patient wellness. My journey started as an LPN, working my way up through further education and ended at South College, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude, and continued with extensive experience in wound care, hospice, and rehabilitation care. At Hamm Health Professionals LLC, I use telehealth to diagnose and manage conditions like Weight gain, Anxiety and depression, Acne, Erectile disfunction, STI's, Birth Control, Hair loss, UTI, Yeast infections, Upper Respiratory Infections and many more Primary and Urgent Care conditions. My commitment to high-quality care extends to listening to your concerns, ensuring your comfort, and managing your health needs around the clock. During my time as an MDS Coordinator and Wound Care Nurse, I’ve honed my skills in patient care planning and infection control, always putting patient satisfaction first. With certifications in telehealth and advanced life support, my focus remains on making healthcare safe, accessible, and stress-free. Outside of work, I volunteer with the Women American Legion Auxiliary, supporting those in need. Let's work together on your health journey - I’m here to provide compassionate care every step of the way. Treatment philosophy At Hamm Health Professionals LLC, my patient-focused approach ensures compassionate, personalized care. I prioritize open communication and active listening, empowering patients to take control of their health. With expertise a wide array of fields, I provide GLP-1 therapies, metabolic health strategies, and comprehensive care for conditions like diabetes and hypertension. I also offer personalized birth control and women's and men's health options, ensuring patients have access to the best reproductive health solutions for their needs. I am committed to quality, safety, and patient comfort, creating a supportive environment where individuals feel confident in their treatment. Together, we will navigate your health journey with expertise, education, and empowerment for lasting success. Specialties Abdominal pain Abdominal symptoms Abnormal menstruation Acne treatment Adolescent Medicine Allergic rhinitis Allergies Allergy Allergy Medicine Allergy treatment Anxiety Anxiety relief Arthritis Asthma Autoimmune disorders Blurry vision Check-up Chronic disease management Chronic fatigue Common cold Contraception consultation Covid Dehydration Dementia Depression Dermatitis Dermatology Diabetes Diabetes management Diabetic ketoacidosis Diabetology Diarrhea Digestive issues Drug allergies Ear infection Ear infections Eczema End-of-life planning Excessive thirst Falls Family Medicine Fatigue Fever Flu Flu symptoms Food allergies Food sensitivities Frequent infections Frequent urination Functional Medicine General Practice Geriatrics Hair loss evaluation Headache Health assessment Health risk assessment High blood sugar Hives Holistic Medicine Hormonal imbalances Hypertension Immune support Incontinence Infectious Disease Medicine Inflammation Insect allergies Insomnia Internal Medicine Internal medicine Joint pain Life style change Lifestyle counseling Medication administration Medication management Menopause symptoms Menstrual issues Metabolic dysfunction Middle ear infection Minor injuries Nursing Obesity Obstetrics & Gynecology Occupational health Osteoporosis Overweight Palliative Care Patient education Pediatrics Pelvic pain Persistent cough Pharyngitis Postoperative care Prenatal care Preventive care education Preventive Medicine Psoriasis therapy Puberty concerns Rash diagnosis Rashes Respiratory concerns Respiratory infections Rosacea treatment Routine checkup Routine check-up Routine health maintenance Screening tests Seasonal allergies Sexual health Sexually transmitted diseases Sinus infection Skin infection Skin infections Skin rash Sleep disorders Slow wound healing Sore throat Stomach pain Stress reduction Symptom control Terminal illness Tingling in hands/feet Travel medicine Unexplained weight loss Urgent Care Urinary issues Urinary tract infections (UTI) UTIs Vital signs monitoring Weight Loss Weight management Work-related injuries Wound care Treatment approach Allergy management with prescription and lifestyle solutions Birth control counseling with a range of contraceptive options Comprehensive chronic disease management, including diabetes and hypertension Erectile dysfunction care with evidence-based treatment options Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) treatment for digestive health Migraine management with personalized treatment strategies Patient-centered care plans tailored to individual health goals PCOS treatment for hormonal balance and symptom relief Personalized acne treatments for clearer, healthier skin Telehealth for integrated patient management Thyroid disorder management, including hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism Weight loss management with GLP-1 therapy and behavioral strategies

Hi there, My name is Traci Biddle. I graduated with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in December, 2019. I work with all ages from preschool age through older adults. My experience is with counseling individuals, couples, and groups. Currently, I'm offering in office or tele-therapy sessions. I enjoy helping people who suffer with anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, sleep issues and who have experienced trauma in their life. Counseling is a second career for me. Before making the switch to counseling, I taught elementary kiddos for twenty years. I also have a diverse work history including working in insurance, billing, and customer service. On a personal note, I enjoy spending time with my fiance, my pets and friends. Home improvements, cooking, gardening and exercising are what I like to do when I have free time. Come meet me and see if I'm a good fit as your therapist.

Like many therapist profiles, this page could list my degrees and credentials, provide a vague description of what clients I work with, and be distant but warm; however, that is not how I work with clients or how I am in the world. I want this page to help you decide if we’ll work well together, not just list the things I’ve done. What you probably want to know is 1) do I know what I’m doing and 2) are we a good fit in working together. I have been working in the mental health field, specifically with eating disorders, since 2014 in a variety of capacities including inpatient, residential, and crisis stabilization programs. I am passionate about eating disorder recovery and collaborating with patients to find balance in their lives. I am body-positive and Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned. I have experience in working with families, couples, and individuals in addition to facilitating group therapy. My primary focus lies in helping to support clients and their loved ones in understanding and moving forward in the path to recovery through individual and family therapy. I have earned the distinction of being a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) by the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and have been an officeholder for the Heartland chapter of iaedp since 2019 and remained committed to pursuing ongoing education within the field. There are so many people who hesitate to come to therapy or to move forward in eating disorder recovery due to having been previously unsuccessful with a “one size fits all” approach. I work with you to figure it out. I’m not a smile-and-nod, sit in silence type of therapist. I'll call you out on your BS, but I can do that in a way where we can both laugh. I'm not afraid to talk about anything you need to talk about. Intrusive thoughts? Feeling like you’re the only person to feel this way? You’d be surprised to find that you’re not alone. Therapy will provide a safe space to be yourself and a supportive environment to help meet you where you’re at and work towards creating lasting change in your life.