Therapist (Avoca office)
Education: Masters of Science in Clinical Counseling from Bellevue University Bachelors of Science in Psychology from the University of Phoenix.
Licensure: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, State of Iowa LMHC a certification in Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and am certified to utilize the Columbia Suicide Screenings (CSSRS).
Professional Experience: I have worked as a therapist for 4 years and enjoy working with a multitude of different areas. I have a whole person approach and base my therapeutic practice on what my clients need case by case. I work with both adolescents and adults, as well as couples and families. I love to utilize Art Therapy with my clients and tend to have a more Holistic approach to therapy. I aim an avid activist for suicide prevention after losing my son in 2022 to suicide. I have started a nonprofit organization to raise awareness and support for victims of suicide loss and students who have overcome suicidal ideation. The company is in honor of my son, Zakk, and is called The Sparrow Project.
Hobbies: Reading, writing, spending time with my family and dogs, riding motorcycles, and traveling.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations, Blue Cross Blue Shield , United Healthcare/UBH/Optum, Aetna, Midlands Choice, Tricare, Cigna, Nebraska Medicaid (Nebraska Total Care, UHC, Healthy Blue) , Cigna
Therapist Intern (Glenwood office)
Education: Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology and minored in Early Childhood Education and Child, Youth, and Family Studies, University of Nebraska at Lincoln.
working on my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Malone University
Experience: My professional experience include a variety of jobs in different fields. I have worked as a CNA, a server/bartender, a RBT, and a floral assistant. All while going to college.
Hobbies: I enjoy working out, reading, hanging out with friends, family, and my Dalmatian puppy, Ollie!
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations, Blue Cross Blue Shield , United Healthcare/UBH/Optum, Aetna, Midlands Choice, Tricare, Cigna, Nebraska Medicaid (Nebraska Total Care, UHC, Healthy Blue) , Cigna
In-Home Services Provider
(Avoca Office)
Education: Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education, Buena Vista University
Licensure: Special Education Endorsement, K-8
Experience: Started out as a paraprofessional in the school system and became an Elementary teacher with experience working with children, parents, guardians, and other professionals.
Hobbies: Nebraska football, Spending time with my family and friends, swimming, and working with people.
Insurances accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Administrative Assistant
(Glenwood Office)
Education: Career Point College, San Antonio, TX
Hobbies: Anything outdoors and reading
In-Home Services Provider
(Woodbine Office)
Education: Bachelors of Science in Social Work, University of Nebraska at Omaha (in process)
Hobbies: Making sourdough bread, spending time with my family, and pilates!
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
In-Home Services Provider
(Des Moines Area)
Education: Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education
Master of Arts in Special Education
Experience: Nicole is an experienced professional with a strong background in supporting individuals’ emotional and behavioral development. She specializes in therapeutic interventions, treatment planning, and progress monitoring to promote positive behavioral changes and enhance life skills. With expertise in fostering collaboration among families, educators, and community resources, Nicole is skilled at creating individualized strategies to help clients achieve their goals. Her proactive and compassionate approach makes her a trusted ally in navigating challenging situations and building meaningful solutions.
Hobbies: When not working, Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, reading, playing the piano, and exploring the outdoors.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Therapist Intern (Council Bluffs office)
Education: Bachelors of Science in Psychology, York University
Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Bellevue University (in process)
Experience: Worked in the behavioral health field since 2021. Completed practicum hours through A Blessing of Hope.
Hobbies: Enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching movies, and cooking.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations, Blue Cross Blue Shield , United Healthcare/UBH/Optum, Aetna, Midlands Choice, Tricare, Cigna, Nebraska Medicaid (Nebraska Total Care, UHC, Healthy Blue) , Cigna
Therapist Intern (Des Moines area)
Education: Bachelors of Science in Family Social Service
Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy (in process)
Experience: 20 years of experience working in the social work field. 10 of those years at a substance abuse treatment center, 9 years of working with families who have child protection involvement.
Hobbies: Exercising, spending time with family, relaxing
Insurances accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations, Blue Cross/ Blue Shield, Optum Behavioral Health, Midlands Choice, Aetna, Tricare, Cigna, Nebraska Medicaid (Nebraska Total Care, UHC, Healthy Blue) , Cigna
In-Home Services Provider
(Woodbine Office)
Education: Bachelors of Science in Psychology, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Experience: Worked in the helping professions most of my life including animals, children, and with adults with disabilities.
Hobbies: I love to do yoga, read, cook/bake, hike, golf and hangout with my fiance and animals.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
(Glenwood Office)
Education: Masters of Science in Nursing, Chamberlain University, 2022
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, 2024
Licensure: Registered Nurse, State of Iowa
PMHNP-BC- State of Iowa
Experience: Worked as a nurse for 18 years in labor and delivery, home health/hospice, and long term care. Have been working as PMHNP since April of 2024.
Hobbies: Love horses and rodeo when I am not running my kids to ball practices
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations, Blue Cross Blue Shield , United Healthcare/UBH/Optum, Aetna, Midlands Choice, Tricare, Cigna, Nebraska Medicaid (Nebraska Total Care, UHC, Healthy Blue), Cigna