Someone to talk to.
Stress and anxiety are part of our daily lives, but what do you do when it gets to be too much? Professional therapy is one way to work through stress and anxiety, and the therapists in Catholic Charities Counseling Program provide the insight and support needed to manage life problems in a more productive way.
Our licensed, professional therapists work with clients of all faiths and backgrounds to address issues including depression, anxiety, stress, marital issues, relationship problems, child behavior problems, trauma, abuse, and more. We specialize in treating couples and families, with a focus on observing the patterns among family members and helping each member to make changes in how they relate to one another.
- Therapy is available in Des Moines, Ankeny, and Council Bluffs.
- School-based therapy at Dowling Catholic High School and select metro Catholic and public elementary schools.
- Most major insurance plans are accepted.
- For those without insurance therapy is provided on a sliding fee scale that is based on income and family size.
Family Mental Health Plan
Have you considered how prepared you are for mental health needs in your family. Click here to download our Family Mental Health Plan worksheet to guide you through the process!
If you or someone you know are interested in talking with a therapist, contact Catholic Charities Counseling today.
To schedule an appointment in Des Moines or Council Bluffs:
- call 515-237-5045 or email sfister@catholiccharitiesdm.org
Forms
You may print and fill out the following forms to bring along to your first appointment. This will save time when you arrive. If you have questions about any of the forms, you may call our front desk at 515-237-5045.
- Counseling Intake Forms – English (all new English-speaking clients must complete)
- Spanish New Client intake (all new Spanish-speaking clients must complete)
- Counseling Insurance Forms (all clients with insurance must complete)
- Catholic Charities Client Handbook (print and keep for your records)
- Release of Information Form (to be used if you are coordinating care with another provider)
- Consent for Treating Minors Form – English (to be completed by parents of any client under the age of 18)
- Spanish CONSENT TREAT MINOR (to be completed by parents of any client under the age of 18)
Meet Our Therapists
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Debrenee Grajeda, LMSW, PLMHP (Council Bluffs office)
Beginning therapy can feel intimidating, and it’s important to feel at ease and supported by your provider. I believe that therapy should be a partnership based in trust, respect, compassion, and kindness. Using systems theory and a strengths-based approach, I work to understand and empathize with each individual’s unique situation. Everyone has the ability to grow, change, and heal, and I am committed to helping people navigate life’s challenges. I am very passionate about working with survivors of trauma and have extensive experience working with those impacted by domestic violence and sexual abuse in particular. I am also experienced in helping people navigate feelings of grief, anger, and loss, and helping them identify and regulate their emotional responses. Some of my clinical interests include depression, anxiety, self-harm behaviors, compulsions, and trauma responses/symptoms of PTSD. Please feel free to call for more information or to set up an appointment! Currently providing telehealth and telephonic therapy only. Education: Undergraduate degrees from Hastings College; Master’s degrees from Kansas State University and Sacred Heart University. Currently licensed to practice in Iowa and Nebraska. Call 515-237-5045 or email sfister@catholiccharitiesdm.org for an appointment today. |
