Hi, I’m Megan — a small-town Iowa therapist and mom who understands how overwhelming it can feel to hold everything together. At MD Counseling, I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, supported, and cared for. My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and centered on helping people slow down, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
I have been practicing as a therapist since 2023, with previous experience working as a school counselor with children and adolescents ages 11–17. Today, I work with individuals across the lifespan and from a variety of backgrounds. I enjoy working with women, especially moms, who feel overwhelmed, are navigating a season of change, or are trying to find their way back to themselves.
I commonly support clients navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, relationships, and emotional overwhelm. Whether you're adjusting to a new chapter, feeling pulled in too many directions, or simply know that something needs to change, therapy can be a space to slow down, gain perspective, and reconnect with what matters most.
Education
Iowa State University — B.S. in Psychology
University of Iowa — M.A. in School Counseling
University of Northern Iowa — Advanced Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
On a personal note, I enjoy spending time with my family, staying active through exercise, crafting, exploring the outdoors, music, and trying new restaurants and foods.
Therapy with ME!
My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, supported, and genuinely understood. I strive to create a space where you can be honest about what you’re experiencing, explore your emotions and relationships, and better understand yourself without judgment.
I believe that what we experience today is often connected to the experiences, relationships, and beliefs we’ve developed throughout our lives. As a therapist, I enjoy helping clients slow down, look beneath the surface, and make sense of the patterns that may be affecting how they think, feel, and relate to others. I draw from Adlerian therapy, which emphasizes the importance of relationships, belonging, life experiences, and the beliefs we develop about ourselves and the world around us.
I also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) strategies and practical tools to help clients manage anxiety, stress, negative thought patterns, and everyday challenges. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating a life transition, struggling with your sense of self, or simply feeling stuck, we’ll work together to understand what’s going on and identify meaningful steps forward.
Therapy is never one-size-fits-all. I tailor our work to your individual needs, goals, and pace, creating a space where you can feel supported while building greater clarity, confidence, and connection with yourself.