At Meadowlark we provide mental health support during the perinatal period (the time before, during, and after pregnancy).
All of our therapists are licensed and have training in:
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Amanda (she/her) is the owner of Meadowlark Clinic and a mental health counselor (dually licensed in Iowa and Illinois) and certified in perinatal mental health (PMH-C). She began working in the mental health field in 2005, after completing her master's in psychological counseling from Monmouth University in W
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Amanda (she/her) is the owner of Meadowlark Clinic and a mental health counselor (dually licensed in Iowa and Illinois) and certified in perinatal mental health (PMH-C). She began working in the mental health field in 2005, after completing her master's in psychological counseling from Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey. From 2009 until 2011, she took some leave from direct care as a therapist to re-enter graduate school and work towards a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from Iowa State University. Amanda's doctoral studies and post-graduate work focus on childbirth, child development, parenting, and the intersectionality of these three. She has also been a birth doula and childbirth educator. For more than a decade, she has worked with local, national, and international birth and human rights advocacy organizations promoting improvement to our maternity care systems. In 2022, Amanda left her faculty position as a teaching professor at Iowa State University to focus on Meadowlark full-time.
Amanda has extensive training in perinatal mental health and birth trauma including EMDR. Training programs have included: Postpartum Support International, Seleni, Birth & Trauma Support Center, and Center for Creative Mindfulness. Amanda is the author of Dear Mama, You Matter: Honest Talk about the Transition to Motherhood (2020) - available in paperback or audiobook format.
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Kirby Nelson (she/her) is a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner serving adult patients experiencing mental health symptoms impacting their daily functioning. Kirby believes in a holistic, patient centered approach to psychiatric care and utilizes evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological tr
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Kirby Nelson (she/her) is a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner serving adult patients experiencing mental health symptoms impacting their daily functioning. Kirby believes in a holistic, patient centered approach to psychiatric care and utilizes evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. Kirby's area of expertise is reproductive and perinatal psychiatry and enjoys working alongside child-bearing individuals to improve their mental health and overall well being.
Kirby completed her doctoral degree (DNP) through the University of Minnesota School of Nursing in 2015 and has provided mental health care in primary care clinics and traditional mental health settings in Oregon, Iowa, and Minnesota. She has also received her certification in perinatal mental health.
Outside of clinical practice, Kirby enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She finds contentment when biking on her cargo bike with kids in tow, exploring natural spaces, doing yoga, and drinking coffee while reading a good book.
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Sometimes it’s hard to be a human. Perhaps you are feeling isolated in new parenthood, unsure of yourself and feeling disconnected from the person you used to be. Perhaps you are coping with trauma or a loss that has left you anxious, depressed, or just plain struggling to hold hope for the future. No matter
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Sometimes it’s hard to be a human. Perhaps you are feeling isolated in new parenthood, unsure of yourself and feeling disconnected from the person you used to be. Perhaps you are coping with trauma or a loss that has left you anxious, depressed, or just plain struggling to hold hope for the future. No matter the specific nature of your symptoms or the circumstances that have caused you to seek therapy, you understand that things aren’t working and something has to change. As a person-centered therapist, it is my goal to walk alongside you as you embark on a journey of discovery and increased self-awareness. Together we will examine your core beliefs, values, relationships, and patterns of behavior and explore how they are impacting your ability to reach your full potential, experience growth, and find joy in life. We will also use techniques to improve your ability to cope with stressors in your life and increase your resilience. I believe we are the sum of our experiences, both past and present, and this informs the lens through which we view the world. I aim to provide a safe, nurturing, and nonjudgmental space where you can take a deep breath and ask the big questions: Who am I? What do I want? and What is my purpose? If this resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out and connect so we can begin our work together.
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Anna (she/they), a dedicated LGBTQIA+ affirming counselor, doula, and community organizer, brings expertise to support you through pregnancy, parenting, or loss. With a focus on redressing perinatal health disparities, Anna provides a safe haven at Meadowlark, embracing your unique journey. Offering affirming c
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Anna (she/they), a dedicated LGBTQIA+ affirming counselor, doula, and community organizer, brings expertise to support you through pregnancy, parenting, or loss. With a focus on redressing perinatal health disparities, Anna provides a safe haven at Meadowlark, embracing your unique journey. Offering affirming care for LGBTQIA+ parents, her approach combines somatic, narrative, and liberatory modalities. Experience the power of healing through community with exciting group sessions. Join Anna at Meadowlark for holistic, inclusive mental health support.
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Claire (she/her) understands the challenges of pregnancy and parenthood, offering compassionate mental health support for women facing anxiety, grief, stress, depression, and more. With a client-centered approach, Claire tailors evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and EMDR to meet your uni
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Claire (she/her) understands the challenges of pregnancy and parenthood, offering compassionate mental health support for women facing anxiety, grief, stress, depression, and more. With a client-centered approach, Claire tailors evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and EMDR to meet your unique needs. Passionate about perinatal health, Claire believes in the importance of YOUR well-being. Whether navigating life-altering challenges or daily obstacles, let's collaborate to optimize your well-being together.
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Amanda (she/her) is Iowa Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider (PMH-C) with over a decade of experience. Specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, and more, Amanda offers a person-centered, strengths-based approach, integrating mindfulness and wellness practices.
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Amanda (she/her) is Iowa Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider (PMH-C) with over a decade of experience. Specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, and more, Amanda offers a person-centered, strengths-based approach, integrating mindfulness and wellness practices. She provides a safe and supportive space for your unique journey. Contact Amanda for compassionate and tailored mental health support during this transformative time.
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Lexi (she/her) is a mental health counseling intern studying at UNI. She currently is a licensed school counselor. She is passionate about maternal mental health and support during the perinatal period. She is excited to embark on unique journeys with clients as they explore the family planning, pregnancy, and
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Lexi (she/her) is a mental health counseling intern studying at UNI. She currently is a licensed school counselor. She is passionate about maternal mental health and support during the perinatal period. She is excited to embark on unique journeys with clients as they explore the family planning, pregnancy, and parenthood. Lexi values the therapeutic relationship and will provide a safe, non judgmental space for all she works with.
We believe interns should be paid; however, insurance companies do not pay for services provided by an intern. In order to ensure our interns can be paid for their time there is a $25 out of pocket charge per appointment.
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Bethany (she/her) graduated in 2015 from Simpson College with a Bachelors in Psychology and Sociology. Since then she has experience working with individuals and families from children to the elderly in a residential setting or community-based setting. She has worked
closely with individuals suffering from anxi
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Bethany (she/her) graduated in 2015 from Simpson College with a Bachelors in Psychology and Sociology. Since then she has experience working with individuals and families from children to the elderly in a residential setting or community-based setting. She has worked
closely with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, developmental disorders and trauma. She is a current student at Capella University set to graduate in September 2024 with her Masters in Mental Health Counseling. Bethany's primary interest is perinatal mental health.
We believe interns should be paid; however, insurance companies do not pay for services provided by an intern. In order to ensure our interns can be paid for their time there is a $25 out of pocket charge per appointment.
Debi (she/her) has an accounting degree from ISU and has worked as an account manager prior to staying at home for a few years with her now 7-year-old son. Debi is our behind the scenes support wizard and we are so glad to have her on the team!
The Meadowlark is native to the grasslands and prairies of the Middle and western United States. The bird builds their nest on the ground making it inherently vulnerable to risk. According to our friend and colleague Kara of Joyful Resonance Meadowlark's nature encourages us to ask how we can safeguard what is sacred to us. The bird serves as a metaphor for the experiences and journeys of those who are seeking support and healing during the perinatal period. The Meadowlark bird, through its characteristics and behavior, represents resilience, embracing life's challenges, and nurturing vulnerability.
The name "Meadowlark” captures these qualities and embodies the values of our clinic. It symbolizes resilience, the importance of prioritizing mental health, and the significance of providing a safe and supportive space for individuals during the perinatal journey.
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