Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Iowa, Master’s degree at Drake University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (in process)
Preferred Population: Elaine work with children, adolescents, and adults, and is passionate about expanding her work with diverse populations. Current clinical interests include depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, suicidality, identity development, and ADHD, as well as supporting clients through major life adjustments and transitions.
Modalities: Elaine values strong therapeutic rapport and provides client-centered care. She integrates psychoeducation and tailors services to each client’s unique experiences, adapting creative and developmentally appropriate techniques. Her approach draws from CBT, DBT, CFT, MI, and play therapy, as well as expressive arts, mindfulness, strength-based practices, and positive psychology.
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