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32 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Clive, IA
At Kardia Counseling, we are dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges through a comprehensive, heart-centered approach. Founded in 1994, our practice combines over 35 years of psychotherapy experience with 30 years of nursing expertise, offering deep insights into emotional, psychological, and relational well-being. Our philosophy emphasizes the six Elements of Intimacyphysical, psychological, emotional, social, sexual, and spiritualto create customized care plans that address the root of clients' concerns. We integrate evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Somatic Therapies, alongside walk-and-talk sessions that merge physical movement with emotional healing.Our team, fluent in Spanish and experienced in cross-cultural care, prioritizes active listening, probing exploration, and spiritual integration when desired. With emergency support available and a commitment to accessibility through virtual sessions via HIPAA-compliant software, we strive to make meaningful therapeutic connections that empower lasting change.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Movement Therapy
Marriage Intensives
Grief Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Virtual Sessions
Walk-and-Talk Therapy
Cultural Competency Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined psychotherapy experience with 140,000+ clinical hours.
- Our care integrates six Elements of Intimacy for comprehensive relationship healing.
- We provide cross-cultural therapy with Spanish-fluent clinicians and global perspective.
- Our team combines nursing expertise with mental health counseling for holistic care.
- We offer walk-and-talk therapy sessions that merge physical movement with emotional healing.
What people say
Personalized care plans
Experienced team
Effective crisis support
Holistic approaches
Cross-cultural competence
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one sessions address anxiety, depression, life transitions, and personal growth. Our therapists use evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems to help clients understand thought patterns and develop coping strategies. With 140,000+ clinical hours of experience, we provide deep insights into emotional challenges and practical solutions for lasting change.
Couples Therapy
Specialized interventions for pre-engagement counseling, marriage preparation, and crisis support. We address communication breakdowns, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connections using our six Elements of Intimacy framework. Our approach combines traditional therapy with active techniques like mapping relationship dynamics to create actionable improvement plans for couples at any stage.
Movement Therapy
Combines physical activity with therapeutic conversation to enhance emotional processing. Walking sessions along local trails stimulate endorphin release while addressing relationship dynamics, anxiety, or trauma. This method integrates somatic experiences with cognitive insights, particularly effective for clients who benefit from non-traditional therapy environments or need physical engagement to facilitate emotional breakthroughs.
Marriage Intensives
Focused treatment programs for couples in relationship crisis. These structured sessions begin with individual assessments followed by guided joint sessions to address core issues. Available in half-day, full-day, or weekend formats, intensives provide concentrated support to stabilize marriages on the brink while establishing long-term improvement strategies through our comprehensive intimacy framework.
Family Therapy
Addresses intergenerational dynamics, conflict resolution, and transitional challenges within family systems. We employ genograms and structural mapping to identify patterns affecting relationships across generations. Our approach helps families navigate grief, improve communication, and restore harmony through customized interventions that consider each member's unique perspective and needs.
People
Randy Kiel
Founder & Therapist
MA, LMHC with 30+ years of clinical experience and 65,000+ therapy hours. Specializes in mental health counseling and cross-cultural therapy. Fluent in Spanish, with a focus on active listening and relationship-building techniques.
Cheryl Kiel
Counselor & RN
Registered Nurse with 30+ years of medical experience, including ICU and hospice care. Integrates nursing perspective into counseling for clients dealing with health-related emotional challenges and life transitions.
Micah Kiel
Therapist
MS, MBA, tLMHC with expertise in community relations and philanthropy. Combines business acumen with mental health counseling, offering unique insights into stress management and organizational dynamics.
Questions
What makes Kardia Counseling unique?
Our Philosophy of Care combines six Elements of Intimacy with 35+ years of clinical experience to create customized treatment plans that address the root causes of emotional and relational challenges.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, we use secure, HIPAA-compliant thera-LINK software for virtual sessions accessible via phone, tablet, or computer, with scheduling integration for client convenience.
What therapy modalities do you use?
We employ Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Client-Centered, Somatic, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapies tailored to individual needs.
How do you handle mental health emergencies?
We provide immediate support for emergencies through rapid response sessions and collaborate with local hospitals for inpatient needs, including warm transfers when appropriate.
Can non-English speakers access services?
Yes, Randy and Micah Kiel are fluent in Spanish, and our team has cross-cultural experience working with clients from 19+ countries to provide inclusive mental health care.
What if I'm not satisfied with my therapist?
We prioritize strong therapeutic alliances and will work to address concerns directly. If needed, we can facilitate transitions to better-suited clinicians within our practice.
