1200 Valley West Drive, Suite 304-04, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Jenny S. Thorn, LMHC
Seeking Counseling.
Oftentimes, when people reach the point of seeking counseling, they have lost a sense of hope. At Hope & Healing Counseling, the goal is to restore that sense of hope.
Taking that first step toward hope and healing is often a scary one. It is my goal to put you at ease and help you feel comfortable with the counseling process. I will do a complete assessment of your needs and concerns, and together we will identify the ways in which you would like counseling to improve your life.
Based on the type of counseling you are looking for - individual, couples, family, or some combination - and the types of issues you would like to work on, we will determine a plan for how to best reach your goals, at a pace that feels comfortable to you. I want you to begin the experience of hope and healing in your life as soon as possible.
About Me
I have been providing mental health counseling services to individuals, couples, and families, in the Des Moines area, since 2001. I have had the pleasure of working with a wide variety of populations, in various community settings.
Prior to receiving my Masters degree in Counseling, from Iowa State University, I worked extensively with domestic abuse and sexual assault survivors at area shelters and programs. Since receiving my Masters degree, I have worked as an EAP counselor, a Family Resource Specialist, and a Family Therapist. I also have experience facilitating groups for sexual abuse survivors, domestic abuse survivors, and women with self-esteem issues; as well as co-facilitating STEPPS and STAIRWAYS groups for individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder.
Some of my most rewarding work experience has been working with teens and young women. I take pride in remaining genuine with my clients and on being able to connect and work effectively with clients, of all ages, who typically do not like therapy.
Services
sERVICES FOR:
tREATMENT oRIENTATION:
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE:
- Teens (ages 14 and up)
- Adults
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE:
tREATMENT oRIENTATION:
SPECIALTIES INCLUDE:
- Teens/ Young Women
- LGBT Issues
- Mood Disorders
tREATMENT oRIENTATION:
tREATMENT oRIENTATION:
tREATMENT oRIENTATION:
- Person-Centered
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT).
ISSUES ADDRESSED:
Insurance/ payment options:
tREATMENT oRIENTATION:
• Anxiety
• Depression/ Mood Disorders
• Personality Disorders
• Suicidal Ideation
• Self-Harming Behaviors
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Domestic/ Dating Violence
• Sexual Abuse
• LGBT Issues
• Relationship Issues
• Pet Loss
• Stress Management
• Disordered Eating Behaviors
• Chronic Pain
• Anger Management
• Sexuality Issues
• Grief and Loss.
Insurance/ payment options:
Insurance/ payment options:
Insurance/ payment options:
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Aetna
- Beacon
- Amerigroup
- Iowa Total Care
- ValueOptions/ EmblemHealth
- Optum/ United HealthCare/ UMR
- Private Pay
- Out-of-Network
forms:
Insurance/ payment options:
Insurance/ payment options:
If you would like to have your forms completed prior to your appointment time, you may print the forms from the "Downloads" section below and bring them to your first scheduled appointment.
The Client Information Form (Adult) should be completed for clients over the age of 18.
The Client Information Form (Minor) should be completed for clients age 18 or younger.
The Consent for Treatment form also includes the Acknowledgement of Receipt of Privacy Practices (HIPPA). A copy of the Notice of Privacy Practices will be available to you at your first appointment.
The Manadatory Reporter Policy does need to be reviewed and signed by all clients.