Infertility therapists in Ames, IA
Browse Infertility therapists in Ames, Iowa. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Infertility
Dr. Amy Hecht
Psychologist, PhD
I work closely with individuals and couples navigating infertility and the many paths to building a family, including adoption and assisted reproduction. These experiences often bring a unique mix of grief, uncertainty, hope, and pressure, and I provide both therapeutic support and practical guidance throughout the process.
In addition to therapy, I offer psychoeducation to help clients better understand and manage the emotional aspects of family building, as well as comprehensive psychological evaluations required for adoption, surrogacy, and donor-related processes. I understand how time-sensitive these steps can be, and—based on both my professional experience and personal understanding—I prioritize these appointments, offering a quick turnaround and minimal wait whenever possible.
My goal is to provide a steady, informed, and compassionate presence during what can be an intensely emotional journey, helping clients move forward with clarity, resilience, and confidence.
26 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA
Infertility
Dr. George Lough
Psychologist, Ph.D., S.E.P.
Psychotherapy can help a person deal with the multiple emotions of sadness, grief, and frustration of infertility, and also help process the choices available. Adoption also involves deep emotions, whichever part of the adoption triangle you are on, that psychotherapy can help you understand, process, and move through.
48 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Infertility
Soul Journey Coaching & Wellness
Counselor/Therapist, Board Certified Holistic Functional Medicine Psychoneuroimmunology Practitioner
Soul Journey Coaching works with Infertility from the holistic perspective of self-identity,individuality, creativity, survival issues, your sense of personal security, what having a child/caldron means, and aspects of bringing a child/children into the word.
26 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Infertility
Dr. Tracy Mallett
Psychologist, Psy.D., L.M.F.T., Licensed Psychologist
Infertility and adoption journeys are deeply emotional experiences that can bring hope, grief, joy, and uncertainty—all at once. I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate the complex emotions and decisions that accompany both infertility and the adoption process.
For those facing infertility, therapy offers a safe and compassionate space to process feelings of loss, guilt, anger, and disappointment. Together, we work to reduce the isolation that so often accompanies fertility challenges, strengthen coping strategies, and improve communication between partners as they move through difficult choices about treatment, timing, or next steps.
For adoptive and pre-adoptive parents, my work focuses on preparing emotionally for the realities of adoption, understanding attachment and trauma-informed parenting, and navigating the evolving relationships between birth families, adoptive families, and children. I also work with individuals experiencing post-adoption adjustment issues, including identity changes, unexpected stressors, or grief over unmet expectations.
Using cognitive-behavioral and family systems approaches, therapy focuses on helping clients identify and manage anxious or depressive symptoms, cultivate resilience, and foster a sense of empowerment through each phase of the journey.
My goal is to provide steady, compassionate guidance through life’s most sensitive transitions—helping clients find strength, understanding, and meaning along the way.
22 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Infertility
Cynthia Leslie
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, MA, CPRS
Couples who face infertility can often struggle in their relationships. Infertility and miscarriage can also cause a crisis of faith because people question why God allows it. I can help couples process their loss, pain, and issues related to their faith.
7 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Infertility therapists in Ames, IA Statistics
Infertility therapists in Ames, IA average 25 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (38%), Eclectic Therapy (38%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
25 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
25%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 75% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 75% |
Online Only |
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| 25% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 38% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Eclectic Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 25% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 25% | Christian Counseling |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
| 25% | Young Adult |
Client Focus
| 75% | Women |
| 63% | Christian |
| 63% | Men |
| 50% | Asian |
| 50% | Black / African American |