Addictions therapists in Ames, IA
Browse Addictions therapists in Ames, Iowa. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Substance Abuse
Jennifer Francke Psychotherapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LIMHP, LPC, LADC, LMHC
Substance abuse can significantly impact various aspects of your life, including physical health, relationships, career, and emotional well-being. Whether you’re struggling with alcohol, prescription medications, or other substances, therapy can provide the support and tools you need to break the cycle of substance abuse and addiction. In therapy, we’ll explore the underlying emotional triggers that contribute to substance abuse and work together to develop healthy coping mechanisms, build emotional resilience, and strengthen your relationships. I offer evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques to help you manage cravings, stress, and triggers. I also offer harm reduction strategies as part of a personalized approach to treatment, helping individuals minimize the negative consequences of substance abuse and make gradual progress toward recovery at their own pace. My goal is to help you regain control over your life and move toward lasting change. Whether you’re just starting your recovery journey or seeking additional support, therapy can guide you toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
12 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA
Substance Abuse
Carrie Gauthier
Hypnotherapist, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCHt
I work with men and women who are sick and tired of addictions running their lives. I use hypnosis, EMT , breathwork, regression, NLP, and more to rewire your brain along with motivational programming to help work on restoring the will to live. I teach coping techniques that can be peformed in under a few minutes to course-correct a vulnerable moment and empower you to make a differnent choice. I provide you with tools to elimninate cravings. Many in recovery wake up in a state of dread. This is the reason I teach you a breathwork technique that changes your chemical makeup from a state of dread to an elevated state like hope or inspiration. Ultimately, we work on resetting your nervous system and regulating your emotions and progam in a return to safety.
2 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Julien Moe
Hypnotherapist, Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis, Diploma in Life Coaching
Addiction or substance abuse is undesirable for your well-being. I use hypnotherapy to help you help yourself recover from addiction. All my clients have recovered and are living a healthy and happy life now.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA
Substance Abuse
Russell Beebe
Life Coach, Counselor, LCMHC, CSAT,
Our recovery coaching program supports men struggling with addictive behaviors, including compulsive sexual behavior and related dependency patterns. While many addiction models focus primarily on substances, we work specifically with behavioral addictions that follow similar neurological and psychological reinforcement cycles. This structured coaching approach emphasizes accountability, clear boundaries, and practical recovery tools designed to interrupt compulsive patterns and build long-term stability.
16 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
GRIS ALVES
Counselor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I specialize in working with addiction and substance use through a trauma-informed, nonjudgmental approach rooted in Compassionate Inquiry®. Rather than focusing solely on stopping behaviors, I help clients explore the emotional and nervous system roots of addiction—often shaped by childhood trauma, chronic stress, or unmet attachment needs. Clients seek my support when they are ready to understand their patterns with compassion, reduce shame, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves, their emotions, and their recovery process.
11 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA
Addictions therapists in Ames, IA Statistics
Addictions therapists in Ames, IA average 17 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Hypnotherapy (47%), Behavioral Therapy (35%), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (35%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
18%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 47% | Hypnotherapy |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 35% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 29% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 59% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 76% | Men |
| 65% | Women |
| 53% | Christian |
| 53% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 53% | Persons with Disabilities |