***WE HAVE MOVED***
Effective November 1, 2024, we will be seeing patients in our new office at the following address:
3737 Woodland Ave., Suite 601
West Des Moines, IA 50266-1937
Our phone and fax will remain the same.
Please call our office to register for the Patient Portal or if you are having problems logging in.
Thank you.
Schedule an Appointment 515-255-2224
OUR TEAM
About Us
We are dedicated to providing quality mental health counseling services to our clients.
RICHARD
JOENS, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
Trauma, abuse survivors, LGBT issues, EMDR certified
I received my Master Degree In Social Work (MSW) from The University of Iowa. I was licensed as an Independent Social Worker (LISW) in 1994 and practicing as such for 22 years.
CARRIE
PEITZMEIER, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
Eating disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse survivors
I received my Master Degree in Social Work (MSW) from The University of Iowa in 1996. I have been licensed as an Independent Social Worker (LISW) since 1998. I worked on Iowa Lutheran Hospital's Eating Disorder Unit for 6 years before going into private practice in 2002.
KELLY
RENNICK O'BERRY, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
Adults, anxiety, attention deficit, learning disorders (dyslexia, ADHD), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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I received my Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Columbia University, School of Social Work, in New York City. I have been licensed and practicing as a Social Worker in Iowa since 2005.
LINDA
REAM, ARNP, LISW
Psychiatric Nurse Practioner and
Mental Health Therapist
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I received my Master Degree in Nursing from Allen College in May 2017 and am now accepting clients for psychiatric medication management. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Iowa in 1988 and have been a practicing mental health clinician for 30 years.
NATHAN
DeLANGE, MSW, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
Children, adolescents, young adults, adults, depression, anxiety, trauma, EMDR Certified, Exposure & Response Prevention for OCD.
I received my Master Degree in Social Work (MSW) from The University of Iowa in 2004. I worked at Broadlawns Medical Center on their Crisis Team for 7 years and for Des Moines Police Department's Mobile Crisis Unit for 2 years. I have been in private practice since 2013.
CATHERINE (CARNEY)
DERKSEN, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
Chronic and unresolved pain issues, caregiver support, anxiety, depression, recent single-event and complex trauma, life transition issues, EMDR trained, certified and licensed RN
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I received my Master Degree in Social Work from The University of Iowa in 2007. My recent experience includes indiviual therapy, crisis intervention, home care, individual and family support for families with disabilities, EMDR for pain and trauma. I have practiced as a Social Worker in Iowa since 2007.
ALICIA
WRIGHT, MSW, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
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I received my Master Degree in Social Work from St. Ambrose University. I am trained in solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral trauma-focused care. I have a holistic approach by exploring and educating clients about emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I have a passion for giving every client an equal opportunity to thrive in their mental, emotional and behavioral realms.
KEVIN
WEST, MSW, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
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Children 10 years old through adults with a focus in the areas of anxiety, anger control, parenting, ADHD, relationships and depression
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I received my Master Degree in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Iowa. I have taught at Simpson College and Mercy College of Health Sciences. I have been working in the field of mental health in a variety of settings including private practice, inpatient treatment and public schools for over 20 years.
EMILY
JOHNSON, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
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Adolescents 14 years old through adult for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, body image, self-esteem, life transitions
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I received my Master Degree from Washington University in St. Louis in 2010 and have been practicing in Iowa since 2015. I believe in the dignity of each person and treating others with kindness and compassion. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques to meet the person where they are in the moment. I have experience working with older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers, medical social work, and have volunteered with hospice. I enjoy working with clients from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences.
THOMAS (TJ)
SUNDERMAN, LMHC
Mental Health Therapist
Anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, EMDR trained, trained in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Model
I received my Master of Arts Degree (MA) in Mental Health and Marriage and Family Counseling from Gordon-Conwell in South Hamilton, MA. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have been practicing in Des Moines since 2008.
ERIN
SUCHY-JOHNSON, LISW
Mental Health Therapist
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Adults and 16+ adolescents, anxiety, depression, grief, relationships, caregiver support, stress, pregnancy and post-partum mental health
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I received my Master Degree in Social Work (MSW) from St. Ambrose University. I worked at Unity Point for 7 years in hospital, home care, and clinical social work. I have experience from Veteran's Affairs in their homeless and caregiver support programs. I have been practicing as a social worker in Iowa since 2011.
ALEXANDRIA (ALEX)
MILLER, MS, t-LMHC
Mental Health Therapist
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I received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I have been in the mental health field for 6 years working with troubled youth, soldiers of the Iowa Army National Guard, and a community based non-profit agency. I have experience working with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, those experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, financial stress, and criminally involved and court-mandated clients. I bring authenticity to the counseling space, focusing on each client’s autonomy and individuality. I believe there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to therapy.
JERILYN
NOVAK, MA, t-LMHC
Mental Health Therapist
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Children 5+, teens, adults with a focus on self-exploration, pattern recognition, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, relationship and communication issues, parenting, divorce, intimacy issues, self-esteem building, LGBTQIA+ issues, race/ethnicity/cultural issues, secular counseling.
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I received my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University. I approach therapy with genuineness, compassion, collaboration, and nonjudgement. I help clients explore who they are, what they feel, why they have those feelings, and how they wish to move forward. Clients are safe to speak freely and be themselves around me.
CATHY
COCKAYNE
Office Manager
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I have been working in home care offices and medical hospitals along with mental health hospitals, clinics and offices since 1987.
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Serving the entire Des Moines metro area in our West Des Moines office.
3737 Woodland Ave.
Suite 601
West Des Moines, IA
50266
515-255-2224
