Our Team
Our professional staff includes clinicians who are trained in the fields of psychology, psychiatry, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, alcohol and drug counseling, and dietitian nutrition. Our counselors also hold certifications in psychiatry, addictions counseling, nutrition, speaking, training, and coaching. The broad extent of our therapists' training and experience allows us to offer a wide range of services to our clients.
Our staff meets with individuals and groups, and holds classes and seminars, at our Ankeny and West Des Moines, Iowa, locations and online through telehealth. We are also available to bring our seminars and classes to your group or organization. We invite you to contact us for details or to schedule an event.
Donald Gilbert,
MS, PHD, LMHC, BCPC
I began my career as an ordained minister in the Wesleyan Church. I was passionate about helping…
Linda Wilcox,
RDN, LD
As a dietitian, I use a balanced approach to health and wellness, focusing on...
Mike Hain,
MS, LMHC
My passion is to support people in their reality growth of awareness and acknowledgement, leading to changes in thinking and living...
DeAnne Negley,
MA, LMHC, NCC
It is my desire to walk with you as you pursue health, growth, hope, and healing, while also celebrating your successes along the way...
Bekah Riker,
MA, LMHC
My hope is to be an advocate, an encouragement, and a source of hope for anyone who walks...
Candace Shultz,
LISW
My goal is to come alongside you in this process, offering support, understanding, and tools to help...
Kristen Miller
MA, LMHC
I am passionate about helping individuals, women, and young adults discover who they truly are in Christ...
Katie Smith,
LMSW
Acknowledging the need for support is a courageous first step toward meaningful change. I'm here to...
Lauren Merten
MA, T-LMHC
Guiding individuals & families
toward healing, growth, and resilience....
Elizabeth Rohde
MA, LMHC
Sometimes life can feel particularly challenging. My goal as a therapist is to help you...
Heather Horton,
MS, T-LMHC
After five years as a School Counselor, I felt a deep desire to further support....
Rick Muselman,
MS, LMHC
I was born and raised in Iowa during Iowa’s centennial year and graduated from Des Moines…
Stephanie Blanchard,
MA, LMHC
Healing takes place in the context of relationships. This belief, coupled with my faith…
Heather Dix,
LMHC, LPC
As your therapist, my goal would be to meet you where you’re at; free…
Jackie Olson Leech,
MS, LMHC
My heart is for those who struggle with depression, feelings of inadequacies, anxiousness, trauma...
Mike Mattson,
Intern
I bring with me not only a passion to get to know you and help you achieve your goals but also fifteen years of counseling experience...
Tibisa Thor
Intern
I am here to support your journey with compassion, understanding, and hope...
Sarah Heimbruch,
Operations Manager
Brittney Frees,
Billing Specialist
Heather Jelsma,
Reception
Reagan Schmitz,
Reception
