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

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: