Frequently Asked Questions

Sessions incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, positive psychology, and solution-focused therapy tailored to individual needs. Treatment modalities are selected based on presenting concerns and personal goals. Callie is also pursuing certification as a Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider, bringing a holistic approach to mental health care.

Both telehealth and in-person sessions are available, offering flexibility based on client preference and scheduling needs. Telehealth options provide access to therapy from home while maintaining the same quality of care. Availability may adjust based on insurance policy or legislative changes affecting virtual counseling.

The consultation provides an opportunity to discuss current concerns, therapy goals, and determine whether the therapeutic approach aligns with client needs. It allows prospective clients to ask questions about the counseling process before committing to ongoing sessions. This initial meeting helps establish rapport and clarify expectations for treatment.

Callie brings over 20 years of human services experience, including work in victim services for domestic violence and sexual assault, case management, vocational rehabilitation, and community mental health. She holds a Master's degree from the University of Iowa with focus in psychology, mental health counseling, and rehabilitation counseling. She also serves as an adjunct lecturer for the Rehabilitation Counselor Education Program at the University of Iowa.

CBT helps identify thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress, then teaches strategies to reframe reactions and develop healthier responses. Sessions focus on current problems and building positive thinking habits through practical tools. Clients learn to recognize connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, then practice new coping skills between appointments.

The practice serves adults ages 18 to 61, with some work with later adolescents on a case-by-case basis. Individual talk therapy is tailored to the developmental stage and life circumstances of each client. Treatment plans address concerns specific to young adulthood through midlife transitions.

Sessions are $120 per appointment, with flexible payment options available. This rate applies to both in-person and telehealth sessions. Discussing insurance coverage or payment arrangements during the initial consultation helps clarify financial expectations before beginning therapy.

Mindfulness techniques teach present-moment awareness that interrupts automatic stress responses and reduces rumination. Clients learn breathing exercises, body scans, and grounding practices that calm the nervous system during heightened stress. Regular mindfulness practice between sessions builds lasting resilience against daily stressors and life transitions.

Support is provided for academic or vocational changes, relationship shifts, grief and loss, chronic pain adjustment, and major life role transitions. Over a decade of case management and vocational rehabilitation experience informs understanding of how practical life stressors intersect with emotional well-being. Therapy addresses both the emotional and practical aspects of navigating change.

The therapeutic philosophy views clients as whole individuals who already possess inner strengths, beliefs, and values needed for growth. The therapist's role is connecting clients to those existing resources rather than imposing external solutions. Feedback is genuine and direct while honoring each person's autonomy in their healing process.

Two decades in human services has built strong professional relationships across various systems including medical, legal, vocational, and community resources. This network supports collaboration when clients need services beyond mental health counseling, such as case management or specialized medical care. Understanding how different systems work helps facilitate appropriate referrals.

Sessions create a safe, confidential environment where trauma experiences can be processed at the client's pace using evidence-based approaches. Therapy focuses on building coping skills, understanding trauma responses, and reducing distress without requiring detailed recounting before readiness. The counselor's background in victim services informs trauma-informed care that prioritizes safety and empowerment.