ABOUT US

We have two locations in Cedar Falls. Be sure to check where your counselor is located.

Our goal is to deliver excellent service by providing a safe environment and the support you need. We believe everyone possesses the strength to work through or cope with the challenges they are facing.

We provide counseling services to Cedar Falls, Waterloo and surrounding areas of the Cedar Valley.

John Kohagen, LMFT

118 East 18th Street

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Iowa. I love to bring creativity and personality into the process using a narrative approach to therapy. I want to make therapeutic sessions unique for each person. I believe people have the power to re-write their story and use their pre-existing strengths to overcome the problems in their lives.

Therapy should be a comfortable, engaging, and private space to express yourself. I welcome people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and orientations – especially LGBTQIA+ clients.

Areas of Expertise:

Anxiety
Depression
Work stressors
Anger management
Family of origin stressors
LGBTQIA+

Currently Seeing:

Couples
Families
Kids/Teens 12 years+
Adults

Education:

MA:

Marriage and Family Therapy

St. Mary's University

English Literature

University of Northern Iowa

BA:

Cultural Studies & Comparative Literature

University of Minnesota

Josh Carlson, LMHC

118 East 18th Street

I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. I also am a veteran of the United States Army and served on active duty in Iraq during OIF 06-08.

I've practiced mental health counseling for over ten years, primarily at Allen’s Employee Assistance Program. I'm passionate about empowering my clients to find their path on their journey toward the best future and outcome for them.

I use a collaborative approach in therapy consisting of cognitive, behavioral, and narrative elements. I see every client as the expert on themselves and every client has their own unique story to tell.

I believe in providing a safe space to clients of all orientations, backgrounds, creeds, and ethnicities because everyone deserves to grow and feel well.

Areas of Expertise:

Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Veteran's issues
ADHD/Neurodivergence
Work stressors
Relationship issues

Currently Seeing:

Teens 13 years+
Adults
Couples

Education:

MA:

Mental Health Counseling

University of Northern Iowa

BA:

Psychology, Minor in Creative Writing

University of Northern Iowa

Kayla Reisinger, LMHC

118 East 18th Street

As a therapist, I will support you in working through feelings that accompany the difficult times that life brings and work towards developing a healthy view of yourself. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed with the stresses of everyday life, experienced trauma, want to mend a relationship, or explore attachment, I am eager to support you in reaching your goals.

I have a passion for supporting those who have experienced a "mother/parent wound" or disrupted attachment to the parental figure in their lives; whether it be abuse or growing up around narcissistic caregivers. I practice several types of therapy and will work to utilize the one that will best fit your needs in this journey.

People don't seek counseling when things are going well, so I will approach your sessions without judgement. I offer compassion, empathy, and open ears. You will have a safe space to voice your concerns and struggles, knowing that we will work together to build the best plan for you.

Areas of Expertise:

Attachment issues
Trauma
DBT
CBT
EMDR (Fall 2023)

Currently Seeing:

Adults 18+

Education:

MS:

Mental Health Counseling

Upper Iowa University

BS:

Psychology

Upper Iowa University

Steve Dreesman, LMHC

4521 Chadwick Rd, Suite 2

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. I am passionate about helping clients of all backgrounds reach their goals. I use a collaborative approach to help clients make changes in their lives through increased self-awareness, insight, and using cognitive-behavioral techniques. I work to help clients engage in self-exploration, personal growth and improve their quality of life.

I have worked in the mental health field in various ways for over six years, including a practicum with UNI’s Counseling Center and an internship with Allen Hospital’s Employee Assistance Program.

During my time in graduate school, I helped raise over $70,000 as an executive board member for UNI’s Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention, in conjunction with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. I have presented original research at national conferences on suicide assessment as well as the mental health and well-being of the LGBTQ community.

Areas of Expertise:

Anxiety
Depression
Suicidality
Stress
Men's issues
Perinatal mental health
Relationship issues

Currently Seeing:

Adults 18+

Education:

MA:

Mental Health Counseling

University of Northern Iowa

BA:

Psychology, Minor in Family Studies

University of Northern Iowa

Stacey Hurt, LMHC

4521 Chadwick Rd, Suite 2

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field working among a variety of communities and populations. My ability to connect with clients from various backgrounds is the basis for my work.

My interest in helping clients cope with their experiences of trauma led me to become trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I have now been an EMDR practitioner for several years. I am happy to explain this process to you and discuss whether you would be a good candidate for this particular intervention.

Areas of Expertise:

Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
EMDR

Currently Seeing:

Adults 18+

Education:

MA:

Mental Health Counseling

University of Northern Iowa

BA:

English, Spanish; Certificate in International Business

University of Iowa

Jake Schaefer, LMHC

4521 Chadwick Rd, Suite 2

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. I strive to provide a safe space for clients from all backgrounds, ethnicities, and orientations. I want to work with you to help improve your overall quality of life.

I have worked with a wide range of mental health concerns at various locations including the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinic's Department of Pediatric Oncology, Allen Hospital's Emergency Mental Health Unit, Grinnell College and the Woodward Academy for at risk teens.

I have been in a private mental health practice for several years, taught as an adjunct professor at UNI, and have provided outreach services to employees and community members through churches, businesses and organizations in the local community.

Areas of Expertise: