About
With a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Eli has experience working with various age groups and backgrounds. They have a particular affinity for working with adolescents and enjoy helping teens and adults navigate transitional periods. Eli utilizes techniques such as DBT Skills, Person-Centered Approaches, Expressive Therapies, and Trauma-Informed Approaches like EMDR to help clients reach their goals. Eli's approach emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship, where the client is empowered to create their own puzzle piece. When not working, Eli can be found spending time with friends, gaming, or writing. Located in Ankeny, Iowa, Eli serves the local community, offering a unique and supportive environment for individuals seeking mental health services.
Insurance & payment
Better Days Mental Health accepts Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, HealthPartners of MN and WI, Humana, Iowa Total Care, Magellan, and Medicaid insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Humana
- Iowa Total Care
- Magellan Health
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Midlands Choice
- Molina Healthcare
- Optum
- Anthem
Listed fee: $150 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
LGBTQ+ Support
Eli specializes in working with individuals from the LGBTQ+ community.
Neurodivergent Support
Eli has an interest in working with neurodivergent individuals, drawing from their own experiences.
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Eli utilizes Trauma-Informed Approaches, including EMDR, to support clients.
DBT Skills
Eli incorporates DBT Skills into their therapeutic approach.
Person-Centered Approaches
Eli uses Person-Centered Approaches to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
Expressive Therapies
Eli employs Expressive Therapies to help clients express themselves and reach their goals.