Staff
Davenport

I empower individuals and couples to overcome personal obstacles to improve their relationships using clinically tested and evidenced-based interventions. I focus on relationships first, including my relationship with my clients. I spend time getting to know the whole person while helping you make changes in all aspects of your life and environment.
Credentials:
Bachelors of Science in Psychology; University of Georgia
Advanced Masters degree in Community and School Counseling; University of North Carolina

Nathan provides clinical supervision for those seeking licensure in the state of Iowa, particularly focused on working with couples and marriages.
It can be difficult and sometimes unmanageable to cope with hopelessness, anxiety, and other stressors in daily life. I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families to cope with, understand, and overcome these stressors. The goal of my work is to establish trust and working relationships to educate about the impact on mental health, how to manage stressors, and how to identify preventative techniques for addressing those issues.

Credentials:
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice from Ashford University
Master of Arts in Counseling from Northwestern University

Through a collaborative relationship, we will empower your personal growth in a way that feels right to you. I look forward to supporting you on your mental wellness journey. In the event that we are not a perfect match, I will assist you in finding a professional who can help you reach your objectives. Your well-being is always my first priority.

I use a person-centered approach in my sessions to assist my clients in feeling understood, respected, and appreciated at all times. I tailor my therapeutic approach based on the needs of the person and work to find the resources and skill-building techniques you need to reach your goals.

I have training in long-term and short-term therapy, as well as Group treatment. I have worked with people in all stages of life from childhood to advanced age. I am familiar with Behaviorism, many forms of Cognitive therapies, Solution-Focused approaches, and several empirically validated treatments. I also have formal training and experience with administering a variety of assessments and with giving supervision.
I have training in a variety of therapeutic approaches and will bring to our work the sum of years of experience. The most effective way to engage in therapy is to work together collaboratively. I look forward to being a part of your journey.
Credentials:
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Austin Peay State University.
Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from Spalding University.

For teenagers and adults, I work in a mainly individual setting. For children, I often use play therapy techniques because little ones truly thrive through play. I routinely incorporate you, the caregivers in a portion of the session structure because your input is valuable to me.
You’ve already taken a big step towards personal healing by researching therapist options. 🙂 The best way to reach out to me is through the "email" option on this profile. -Fun fact about me: I enjoy singing lessons, and cuddling with my two cats.

I believe that by deepening our understanding of ourselves, we can unlock the tools we need to thrive. By providing space to express past traumas, confusing life circumstances, I offer a meaningful and tailored healing experience for each client. My practice is client-centered, utilizing integrative therapies with holistic mindfulness-based approaches. I am culturally competent and welcome clients from all walks of life.

Matt used a variety of therapeutic methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, systems theory, and play therapy. Matt enjoys using humor in the therapy room and often builds rapport with clients through humor and play. Matt is actively engaged in getting credentialed in obtaining his play therapy (RPT) license. Some of Matt’s specializations include: communication issues, oppositional defiant disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, depression, divorce/relationship problems, goal-setting, and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Matt strives to create a therapeutic environment wherein the client feels comfortable and at ease. Matt meets clients where they are at and helps them work through their set of presented problems, no matter how deep they may go.


I am willing, per client’s choice, to incorporate into that treatment the lens of Christian faith. I strive to never allow concepts of faith to overshadow the reality of mental health challenges, nor have the reality of mental health challenges eclipse the hope that can be found through faith.
I work with teenagers, adults, older adults, couples, and families. I enjoy working in the areas of aging, anxiety, OCD, trauma, ADHD, grief, life changes, and anger issues. I also enjoy helping those who are: adult children of parents with mental illness, and survivors of abuse. Lastly, I enjoy providing a safe judgement-free space and helping those battling various addictions, such as drugs alcohol, food, technology, video games, and pornography.
Cedar Rapids

Eating and mood disorders, self-esteem, life transitions, and peer and/or family relationships are areas I have more expertise in. I apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while incorporating some Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques under the eyes of a Person-Centered approach. We will focus on the thought patterns that contribute to your emotion and experience while learning to apply mindfulness and grace to yourself all while you are the expert in the session.
Not only do I offer a safe and supportive space for you to be vulnerable in, but I also offer a space for you to come as you are meaning WE will take the therapeutic process at YOUR own pace. I believe YOU are the expects of your own life while I am here just to guide you along the way by challenging you to see the situation from a new angle.

Depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, explosive anger, relationship problems, and addiction are the natural consequences of trauma. You don't deserve to feel like this. Help and support is available whenever you are ready.
I believe it is a privilege and an honor to accompany those I work with along their journey to their most authentic and true self. I find myself in constant awe of the resiliency of the human spirit and the power of family, including chosen family. I strive to empower those I serve to find and develop their strengths in order to make themselves whole again.

My approach is integrative using strength based, I.F.S. (Internal Family Systems), and C.B.T. (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
Change is possible and my goal is to work together to inspire hope and help you discover the tools you need to solve your unique concerns. Let's explore the possibilities together.

I am a licensed therapist, certified trauma professional, and Veteran, who utilizes an integrated approach of several evidence-based body therapy techniques including, but not limited to somatic experiencing and bi-lateral therapies. I specialize in teaching tools for reducing negative symptoms of trauma as well as depression and anxiety disorders.
Unprocessed memories may trigger body sensations that dictate how you respond to your world. If these responses to triggers are presenting problems in your life, there is hope in minimizing those stored negative body sensations that are presenting a problem.

I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and open presence. I connect with you from a strengths-based perspective. I have an eclectic style, which just means I pull from many different types of Therapy, such as Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, Existential, Narrative, and Experiential. This allows me to utilize what works best for you and achieve your goals!
I specialize in areas of Domestic Violence, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Families in Crisis, Relationship challenges, Trauma, Grief & Loss, LGBT, and more.
Collaboratively we will work on learning new strategies, skills, and mindsets to help you to feel empowered, discover who you are, and how to experience more of what you would like, versus what may be familiar. I am looking forward to helping you in your journey to discovering the positive, empowered, resilient, and healthier you that is waiting to be discovered. I look forward to meeting with you soon!

