About
With multiple locations in Ankeny, Ames, and Grinnell, the practice offers high-quality, client-centered therapy. Their licensed clinicians provide evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and relational support. Red Couch Counseling helps clients manage depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Their mission is to promote long-term emotional well-being through compassionate care. Whether you visit one of their physical offices or connect with them via telehealth, you will find a safe and welcoming environment dedicated to your emotional well-being.
Insurance & payment
Red Couch Counseling accepts Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, HealthPartners of MN and WI, Humana, Iowa Total Care, Medica, and other insurance plans. Contact the practice directly to confirm coverage and rates.
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Humana
- Iowa Total Care
- Medica
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Midlands Choice
- Optum
- Sanford Health Plan
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Listed fee: $160 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Depression Therapy
Red Couch Counseling provides evidence-based depression therapy for adults, teens, and young adults, helping clients manage major depressive disorder, postpartum depression, and situational depression.
Anxiety Therapy and Stress Management
Their clinicians work with clients experiencing social anxiety, health anxiety, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), helping them manage physical symptoms and develop healthy coping strategies.
Trauma Therapy and PTSD Counseling
Red Couch Counseling provides specialized trauma therapy in Ankeny and surrounding offices, using advanced, evidence-based approaches like EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Therapy to help individuals overcome flashbacks, hypervigilance, and emotional dysregulation.
Parenting Support and Family Therapy
Their approach includes family therapy and coaching models like Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to build communication and connection, helping parents develop the confidence and tools necessary to create a stable, supportive home environment for their children.
Life Transitions and Phase of Life Support
Red Couch Counseling provides clarity and support as you move through life changes, such as career moves, divorce, the birth of a child, or midlife transitions, helping you manage the stress of change and emerge with a stronger sense of self.
Conflict Resolution
Their clinicians provide high-quality, client-centered conflict resolution services to support individuals, couples, and families in resolving conflicts and improving relationships.