3 Best Marriage Counselors in Des Moines, IA

“David Steenson completed his Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Iowa. Over 30 years of experience working as a mental health professional in various settings, including hospital, residential, community, and private practice. Steenson has over thirty years of experience working as a mental health professional in different settings, including hospital, community, residential, and private practice. He has extensive clinical experience working with adults and youth as individuals, couples, and families. He trained in Bowen family systems theory and psychosocial rehabilitation.”

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“Alex Kennison holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northern Illinois University. Alex firmly believes that individuals seek counseling services with the hope of eventually no longer needing them. He aspires to help clients acquire the skills, tools, and support necessary to manage life's challenges effectively. Alex Kennison provides clarity and acts as a supportive sounding board, empowering his clients to bring about positive changes in their lives, relationships, and future outlooks. With a diverse range of clinical experiences and expertise gained from inpatient, outpatient, and private practice settings, he offers comprehensive counseling services. His clinical focus includes but is not limited to, addressing issues related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders, low self-esteem, chronic illness, grief/loss, and communication challenges. At Premier Counseling Professionals, they understand that every individual, couple, and family is unique and deserves specialized care that helps them utilize their strengths and abilities effectively.”

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“Daniel J. Harkness is a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist. He has over twenty-one years of experience in the counseling field. He obtained his M.S. from Northern Illinois University and Ph.D. from Iowa State University. Daniel Harkness works with teens, adults, adults over 65, and children. He offers a confidential, safe, and welcoming atmosphere to discuss the client's problems and give solutions for those issues. He provides services across hospitals, clinics, and Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin home settings. His presence in metropolitan and rural communities allows for innovation through partnerships with organizations outside of healthcare. He always aims to solve the client's issue completely by understanding the problem thoroughly. Daniel Harkness accepts new patients in his clinic.”

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