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Shannon Evers, MSW, LISW

Clinical Director

Shannon is a Licensed Independent Social Worker and holds her master’s degree in social work from the University of Iowa. Shannon has worked in mental health for over 15 years, serving adults, couples, and families. Shannon has experience treating a number of mental health issues including: depression, bipolar disorder, stress management, relationship issues, and trauma, but has clinical interest and training around the treatment of anxiety disorders and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

My clinical approach is strengths-based and non-judgmental. I tailor my therapy interventions for each client, but often uses mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, and acceptance and commitment therapy techniques. I like to work with people of all ages, but specialize in adults, couples, and adolescents.

Megan Wych, MS, LMHC

Clinical Manager

Megan earned her master’s in Mental Health and Secondary School Counseling from Drake University. She has extensive experience working with youth and their families, and has worked in residential treatment, school settings, and more traditional clinical settings. Megan sees adults, couples, families, and school-aged youth.

I use a strength-based, multi-systems orientation through cognitive-behavioral theory, family systems theory, and reality theory. I am an engaging therapist who offers feedback, but I believe it’s important for my clients to come to their own conclusions. I am interested in working with clients who are experiencing struggles with depression, anxiety, trauma-related experiences, relationship issues, and life transitions. I facilitate individual, couples, family and group therapy. I am able to work with persons of all ages, but I specialize with youth, adolescents, and families.

Tina Leaf, MSW, LISW

Clinical Team Lead
Tina is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who received her master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Northern Iowa. Tina has 10 years of experience working in a residential setting. Tina provides therapy to individuals, families and couples- ranging in age from preschool to adulthood. Tina helps children, young adults and adults experiencing a variety of challenges including childhood trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Tina enjoys helping clients through a variety of different modalities including: Play-based therapy, attachment/trauma focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and ACT.
I believe that all people have the ability to overcome their obstacles, and I am here to support and guide them on the journey. I use client-centered approaches, which allow the clients to guide their therapy and find ways to meet their unique needs.

Emily Crabtree, MA, tLMHC, NCC​

EAP/SAP and Outpatient Services Counselor

Emily is working toward her independent license as a Mental Health Counselor and holds her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Northern Iowa. Emily has experience working with clients experiencing substance use issues and mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem and life transitions.

I use a person-centered, strengths-based approach with clients. My approach is individualized for each client and I often use motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral techniques. I approach therapy with the belief that most clients have the tools they need to change within themselves and I am here to assist them in discovering the tools that will allow them to make positive changes in their lives. I work with individuals of all ages, but specialize in working with teens and adults.

Joe Klipping, MS, LMHC

Integrated Treatment Counselor
Joe earned his master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. He has experience in a variety of settings, from private practice to residential facilities to community mental health centers. Joe has worked with many age groups, from clients as young as 3 to as old as 84. He is also an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) trained therapist.
I have helped people improve their functioning and overall contentment with their lives. I have experience helping clients with many different mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, as well as spiritual and existential matters, grief and loss, stage of life changes, and family relationships. We know that life is messy at times and a therapist can help clients lean into it, experience it in a healthy way, and eventually take a step closer to becoming who they want to be. When I am away from the office, I enjoy being with my family, going on drives, and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes.

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