Women therapists in Ames, Iowa IA
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Serving Women
Ashley Paulson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LIMHP, CHt
I help adults let go of what's holding them back from thriving, being themselves, and fully living. Some common issues I address with clients include overthinking, people pleasing, perfectionism, insecurity, and trauma. I also help to create more peace and joy at home for parents who are feeling defeated. Sessions go beyond traditional talk therapy to address deeper work for lasting change. I offer a gentle, direct approach. If you are ready to release what has been holding you back, send an email to get started!
14 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA Iowa (Online Only)
Serving Women
Cynthia Leslie
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, MA, CPRS
I offer Christian Counseling to those who desire to include faith into their therapy. I speak the language of people who consider their faith to be an important part of their identity. I also have a heart to help people who are hurting, in need of transformation, and healing. It is rewarding to help people become the best version of themselves.
7 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA Iowa (Online Only)
Serving Women
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship problems, or difficult life transitions begin affecting your emotional well-being and daily life. Therapy provides a safe and supportive space to better understand yourself, heal from past experiences, reduce emotional distress, and create a more meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling life. Many people seek counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, overwhelming emotions, relationship or family issues, grief, burnout, low self-esteem, or simply feeling stuck and disconnected from themselves.
Brad provides trauma-informed counseling and EMDR therapy to help clients identify and resolve the deeper issues contributing to emotional pain, unhealthy patterns, and ongoing stress. Together, you will explore current struggles and past experiences to better understand what may be keeping you feeling overwhelmed, unhappy, or unable to move forward. The goal of therapy is not only symptom relief, but meaningful and lasting healing that helps you regain clarity, confidence, peace, and emotional balance.
Brad takes a holistic and personalized approach to therapy, recognizing that every person’s experiences, needs, and healing process are unique. His counseling style is warm, compassionate, interactive, and non-judgmental, helping clients feel genuinely supported, understood, and empowered throughout the therapeutic process.
Using EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-focused counseling, and holistic therapeutic approaches, Brad helps clients process unresolved trauma, strengthen emotional resilience, increase self-awareness, and develop healthier ways of coping and relating. Therapy focuses on helping clients break unhealthy patterns, reconnect with their inner strengths, and move beyond the pain of the past so they can live with greater purpose, freedom, and fulfillment.
Healing and positive change are possible. No issue is too small or too overwhelming to address in therapy. With the right support, you can reduce stress, restore hope, build resilience, and create the life and relationships you truly want.
Virtual counseling and online EMDR therapy sessions are available, providing private and convenient access to professional trauma-focused therapy from the comfort of your home.
28 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA Iowa (Online Only)
Serving Women
Ingrid Sthare
Life Coach, CTLC, BCC
Considering Divorce? Please call me before you call an attorney! What can seem like you're heading for a break up can be a breakthrough to a deeper connection; despite infidelity, loss of a child or lack of intimacy. You are perhaps feeling shame or anger and you're anxious to take the first step; yet you want to try everything for yourself and your family. Maybe you've tried other methods such as marriage counseling to no avail. Please call for a free consult! Or you're looking to rebuild after a breakup and feel like you've lost yourself. My premarital work helps curb divorce stats! Prefer a 100% confidential
therapeutic process from the start? Most relationship issues do not involve a mental health diagnosis. Rather, you’ve adapted to and from broken models. Through relationship education you will learn new models and tools to equip yourself for the relationship you want with yourself or someone else.
15 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA Iowa
Serving Women
Balance Psychiatric Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Our dedicated team of nurse practitioners are experienced with treating a variety of mental health and physical health conditions. They aim to create a safe, judgment-free space for individuals of all ages. Our patients often comment that they have never felt more seen or heard by a healthcare provider. Our approach is compassionate and holistic, aimed at helping patients restore balance in both mind and body.
31 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA Iowa (Online Only)
Women therapists in Ames, Iowa Statistics
Women therapists in Ames, Iowa average 14 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (71%), Self Esteem (65%), and Stress (61%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
29%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
|
| 26% |
Male |
|
| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
Online Only |
|
| 32% |
In Person and Online |
|
Top Specialties
| 71% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 65% | Self Esteem |
| 61% | Stress |
| 58% | Depression |
| 58% | Life Coaching |
| 55% | Loss or Grief |
| 55% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Teen |
| 48% | Senior |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Women |
| 68% | Men |
| 55% | Christian |
| 55% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |