Thea is passionate about helping children and families heal through play therapy, believing play is a child’s natural language. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental space for resilience, growth, and change, supporting clients through trauma, ADHD, anxiety, Autism, and more. Currently not accepting new clients.

thea@iawellnesscollective.com

Nicole brings 8 years of school counseling experience and a passion for helping clients feel safe, seen, and understood. She uses Relational Cultural Theory and Gestalt Therapy to support kids through older adults, with a special interest in life transitions and building authentic connections.

nicole@iawellnesscollective.com

Delaney provides a holistic, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to create change. Using CBT, Person-Centered, Multicultural, and Motivational Interviewing approaches, she works with individuals of all backgrounds, with a passion for supporting marginalized communities and navigating life transitions.

delaney@iawellnesscollective.com

Sarah bridges functional medicine and mental health with a trauma-informed, somatic approach. Specializing in the mind-body connection, hormones, gut health, and nervous system healing, she creates personalized care strategies to help clients achieve sustainable wellness and resilience.

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sarah@iawellnesscollective.com

Kelly offers therapy with warmth and support, drawing from evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate challenges and move toward growth.​

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kellyd@iawellnesscollective.com

Bridger is a gentle, playful pup learning the skills to become a certified therapy dog. As part of his training, he brings comfort, warmth, and a calming presence to the office—reminding us that healing can be both supportive and joyful.

Sally was previously an elementary teacher and school counselor for many years. She is currently working towards another degree at UNI. Outside of work, Sally is busy toting around her three boys to all things sports. Sally also loves to stay active by running, playing tennis, and a new found love for pickleball.

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sally@iawellnesscollective.com

Abdul offers a warm, culturally mindful space where clients feel understood and supported. With experience in depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and life transitions, he takes an inclusive, collaborative approach using Relational Cultural Therapy and CBT to build genuine connection and growth.

abdul@iawellnesscollective.com

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Emily works with children and adolescents ages 4–20, specializing in ADHD, Autism, PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders. With 10 years of experience in pediatric and mental health care, she provides medication management in a collaborative, nonjudgmental way, always centered on family goals and trust.

emily@iawellnesscollective.com

Karinda specializes in trauma-informed therapy for adolescents and adults, drawing from EMDR, IFS-informed work, and narrative approaches. She creates authentic, collaborative relationships to support healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity exploration, including KAP for deeper transformation.

karinda@iawellnesscollective.com

Jordyn blends her experience as a high school counselor with a relational, person-centered approach to therapy. She supports clients 14+ with anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions, helping them build resilience and self-understanding.

jordyn@iawellnesscollective.com

Janet provides compassionate, individualized counseling rooted in evidence-based practices to help clients explore challenges and build resilience.

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janet@iawellnesscollective.com

Jess supports the staff with silliness and quick wit while performing administrative tasks and in-office phlebotomy.  

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jess@iawellnesscollective.com
 

Kelly blends her experience as a school counselor with her passion for maternal mental health, supporting clients through anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and motherhood challenges. Using CBT and a compassionate, personalized approach, she helps children, adults, and mothers navigate life with confidence.

kelly@iawellnesscollective.com

Abrielle connects effortlessly with children and adults, using play therapy for kids and CBT/DBT for older clients to foster coping skills, self-expression, and emotional regulation. Her approach blends compassion, humor, and skill to create a safe, supportive space for growth and healing.

abrielle@iawellnesscollective.com

Chandran provides compassionate, person-centered care using ART, CBT, mindfulness, and ACT. With extensive experience in trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, and athlete performance stress, she helps teens and adults feel valued, heard, and supported in navigating life’s challenges.

chandran@iawellnesscollective.com

Paige draws from Adlerian, CBT, and Person-Centered therapy to support children, teens, and adults. With a background in school counseling, she is passionate about helping clients build confidence, navigate transitions, and create space for personal growth.

paige@iawellnesscollective.com

Bekka keeps the office running smoothly with warmth, humor, and a love for people. A lifelong Cedar Rapids native and proud mom of three, she thrives on organization, connection, and strong coffee (or a margarita).

bekka@iawellnesscollective.com

Kelsey is currently a 3rd grade teacher in the Prairie school district. She enjoys working with children of all ages. Kelsey stays busy with her three kids and all of their events

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kelsey@iawellnesscollective.com