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Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Des Moines, IA.

 

Is shame negatively affecting your life? Many people feel shame for all sorts of reasons, but shame is often a weapon used in bullying behaviors to make others feel defenseless, embarrassed, or confused. If you are experiencing these symptoms of shame, then it's a good idea to seek professional assistance from a licensed therapist, who can help you make sense of those feelings and stop them at the source.

Whether you are located in downtown Des Moines, the suburbs of Des Moines, other nearby places such as Urbandale, West Des Moines, or anywhere else in Iowa, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Common Signs of Shame

If you’re wondering whether you’re experiencing shame, this section is for you. Shame can bring on a myriad of symptoms, including:

  • Feelings of vulnerability.
  • Feelings of rejection.
  • Feeling small in relation to others.
  • Worrying about failing.
  • Worrying about what others may think about you.

This is not an exhaustive list. Licensed therapist Aaron Mason wrote this article about shame, imperfections, and the difference between guilt and shame.

Don’t Wait: Get Shame Counseling Today!

It’s totally normal to feel shame in the short term, but when these feelings linger or grow over time, they can have detrimental effects on your self-esteem and mental health as a whole. Therapy can help tremendously by helping you discover the source of your shame and how to overcome it. And Mental Health Match can help you find a quality therapist to get started. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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Sarah Gallagher
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I am certified by PSI in maternal mental health and wellness. I also specialize in issues impacting women such as procrastination and perfectionism. I have experience in areas of trauma, boundaries, relational challenges and life transitions.


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I am certified by PSI in maternal mental health and wellness. I also specialize in issues impacting women such as procrastination and perfectionism. I have experience in areas of trauma, boundaries, relational challenges and life transitions.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is rooted in integrative, person centered and humanistic beliefs. My approach is tailored to your needs. You and I will work together to determine what modality is best for you.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Birth Trauma
  • Grief
  • Helping Professionals
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Perfectionism
  • Postpartum Anxiety
  • Postpartum Mood Disorders
  • Postpartum Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Procrastination
  • Vicarious Trauma
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Amber Teubert
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Create a safe environment for you to feel comfortable in processing thought, emotions and situations.


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Create a safe environment for you to feel comfortable in processing thought, emotions and situations.

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Using cognitive behavioral therapy, I will assist you with reframing automatic thoughts and unchecked beliefs

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abusive Relationships
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Anxiety Management
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Gender Identity
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Trauma
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Worth
  • Test/Performance Anxiety
  • Transgender
  • Trauma
  • Trauma From Abuse
  • Women
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Emily Flanagan
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Clients who work with me typically will experience improvements in their body image and a greater mind-body connection. I truly believe in bodily and treatment autonomy and I will help guide you along the way to the goals you hope to achieve.


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Clients who work with me typically will experience improvements in their body image and a greater mind-body connection. I truly believe in bodily and treatment autonomy and I will help guide you along the way to the goals you hope to achieve.

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My approach is based on a foundation of creating safety and a Health at Every Size© philosophy. From there, I will work with you to identify the evidenced-based approaches that make sense for the symptoms you are currently experiencing.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Binge Eating
  • Body Dysmorphia
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Disordered Eating
  • Mood Regulation
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Shauna Huberty
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​We'll work together to name & understand your thoughts, feelings, & behavior while processing how your past connects to your present & figure out how you want to apply these insights to your life so you can be kinder to yourself & live with meaning.


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​We'll work together to name & understand your thoughts, feelings, & behavior while processing how your past connects to your present & figure out how you want to apply these insights to your life so you can be kinder to yourself & live with meaning.

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Each person's needs are unique. With compassion & authenticity guiding my practice, I will work with you to develop insight into your core self, and learn unique effective coping tools by building on your personal strengths to accomplish your goals.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Binge Eating
  • Body Image
  • Chronic Stress
  • Complex Trauma
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Emotional Regulation
  • High-Functioning Autism
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Panic Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Care
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sports
  • Stress
  • Women
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Kimberly McKinney
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Processing through experiences and their impact in your individual journey to become your complete and desired self. Identify what you can control and work together to learn to cope with and set boundaries to address the things you can't control.


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Processing through experiences and their impact in your individual journey to become your complete and desired self. Identify what you can control and work together to learn to cope with and set boundaries to address the things you can't control.

Something to know about my approach is:

I have a professional history working in the areas of substance abuse and systemic trauma in both residential and community environments. I have an educational focus in trauma-informed care.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Communication Skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Co-Parenting
  • Coping Skills
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Family Trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • Mindfulness
  • Parenting
  • Parenting Children With Autism
  • Relationship Trauma
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Trauma From Abuse
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