Child therapists in West Des Moines, Iowa IA
Find experienced child therapists in West Des Moines who provide testing, counseling and support for children, and their families. Our directory features detailed therapist profiles so you can compare specialties, experience, and treatment approaches to find the provider that’s right for you.
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Child or Adolescent Issues
Ashley Paulson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LIMHP, CHt
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is offered for children aged 2 to 7 years. Caregivers are actively involved in all sessions with their child. Issues such as defiance, behavioral issues, meltdowns/tantrums, insecurity in parenting, ADHD, and ODD are addressed.
14 Years Experience
Online in West Des Moines, IA Iowa (Online Only)
Child or Adolescent Issues
San Francisco Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LMFT, LCSW
At San Francisco Counseling Collective ("SFCC"), we provide supportive, developmentally attuned counseling for children and adolescents facing emotional, behavioral, or relational challenges. With age-appropriate interventions and caregiver collaboration, we help young people build coping skills and emotional confidence.
9 Years Experience
Online in West Des Moines, IA Iowa
Child or Adolescent Issues
GRIS ALVES
Counselor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I work with supporting the parents/caregivers that have children or adolescent with issues.
11 Years Experience
Online in West Des Moines, IA Iowa
Child or Adolescent Issues
Kim Feeney
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISW, RPT
I provide play therapy for children dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, family concerns, school issues.
15 Years Experience
Online in West Des Moines, IA Iowa
Child or Adolescent Issues
Dr. Amy Hecht
Psychologist, PhD
I have a particular interest in working with children and adolescents as they navigate the often complex and evolving process of identity development. Adolescence is a time of profound change—emotionally, socially, and psychologically—and many young people struggle to make sense of who they are and where they belong.
I bring a specialized focus to working with adoptees and donor-conceived children and teens, who may face unique questions around identity, origin, and connection. These experiences can shape how young people understand themselves and their relationships in ways that are not always visible from the outside.
My approach is thoughtful, developmentally informed, and grounded in creating a space where young people feel safe to explore these questions openly. I also work closely with parents to help them better understand and support their child’s experience, strengthening communication and connection within the family as a whole.
26 Years Experience
Online in West Des Moines, IA Iowa
Child therapists in West Des Moines, Iowa Statistics
Child therapists in West Des Moines, Iowa average 15 years of experience and charge around $219 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Family Systems Therapy (58%), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$219
Accept insurance
67%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
|
| 29% |
Male |
|
Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 58% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 42% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 33% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 33% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 92% | Adult |
| 75% | Teen |
| 67% | Children |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 42% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 58% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 58% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 33% | Christian |
| 33% | Black / African American |