Providers

Deborah joined the staff of Integrated Wellness Counseling Center during the New Year of 2026. She originally entered healthcare because she felt drawn to a profession that provided healing to those in pain. Deborah has worked in healthcare since 1992 in multiple settings including inpatient, outpatient, home health and skilled nursing facilities. There isn’t much in healthcare she hasn’t seen.

Deborah began her career as an Occupational Therapist with a focus on helping patients gain greater independence and quality of life by addressing physical, cognitive and emotional challenges. She was commissioned as an active-duty officer with the rank of Captain in the US Army Medical Corp at Madigan Army Medical Center in Ft. Lewis, Washington. She became interested in working in psychiatry by her work with soldiers suffering from PTSD. Following her military discharge with commendation she attended Vanderbilt University. She graduated from Vanderbilt as a nurse practitioner with a specialty in psychiatry. She has experience in multiple areas of behavioral health including a year of training in consultation-liaison psychiatry while working in adult and geriatric psychiatry for a Mayo Clinic satellite hospital. Deborah later completed a certification in Family Practice through Allen College in Waterloo, IA in order to provide more holistic care for folks. She believes healing starts with listening and looking at the whole person.

Deborah is a transplant to Iowa being originally from Tennessee. She loves living in Iowa and especially appreciates “Iowa niceness”. She enjoys gardening, hiking and traveling to new places. She believes in having a balanced life. Her love for what she does finds her always staying up-to-date on the latest research and treatments for her patients.

Kaylee spent the first ten years of her nursing career in the hospital setting working with patients suffering medical and psychiatric issues. After working on the inpatient unit, she transitioned to serving as behavioral health resource for the hospital where she supported patients and families navigating mental health resources in times of crisis. It was in this role that Kaylee was exposed to the gap between mental health services from the acute hospitalization to discharging home with necessary services and supports. Her hope as an outpatient provider is to help bridge the gap in these services by empowering and supporting patients to be successful and lead fulfilling lives.

She’s skilled at working with persons of all ages, but Kaylee’s “sweet spot” is working with children and teens. She was first drawn to the pediatric population from her lived experience of having a younger brother who struggled with mental health from childhood. Kaylee witnessed the limitations of care in pediatric mental health and the strain it puts on families seeking care. Kaylee knows that mental health impacts all areas of our lives - relationships, families, academics/career, and overall wellbeing.

Kaylee’s philosophy of practice is client centered and family focused; she values a holistic wellness approach to mental health management and believes that psychotherapy, medication, and lifestyle changes have the biggest impact on improving wellbeing and mental wellness. In her free time (what’s that!?) she's chasing after her kiddos or has her nose in a good book. She loves being around her family and friends, and enjoys adventuring whenever possible.

Natalie knows that every individual, family, and community has strengths. There’s no magic wand to solve all of your problems, but Natalie will walk alongside you as you work towards your goals. She especially enjoys helping those with anxiety, family life cycle issues, boundaries, life transitions, career stress, school-related issues, and teens transitioning to adulthood.

Natalie graduated in 2013 from the University of Iowa with her master’s in social work and spent the next several years working in end-of-life care, hospital social work, and outpatient psychiatry. She transitioned into the private practice world in 2018.

When Natalie’s not working, she can be found covered in flour working on her latest cake creation, walking her four-legged friends, playing in the dirt, and being in nature. She enjoys consuming copious amounts of coffee, naps, and connecting with fellow humans.

Bridget believes that all individuals come to therapy with a desire to learn about themselves, and navigating that process can feel intimidating. She values authenticity and directness in working with others and prides herself in challenging clients to make decisions that align with their values and goals.

Bridget has an extensive history in the social services world. She worked in the nonprofit sector, providing services in school and working in healthcare before transitioning into private practice. She draws on this vast experience to connect with a diverse client population that includes teens, couples, older adults, and individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and other life stressors.

During Bridget’s free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time cooking for family and friends. She can be spotted walking into a hot yoga class for her own relaxation.

Brittni is dedicated to helping adults navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, chronic illness, relationship distress, boundaries, and assertiveness. She particularly enjoys working with the college population as they navigate the life transitions that accompany this period of their life. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Iowa in 2013 and has since worked in healthcare and mental health counseling roles.
Through her personal and professional experiences, Brittni has cultivated a passion for supporting individuals in discovering their inner resilience and finding hope during challenging times. Brittni's approach is rooted in evidence-based practice, empathy and understanding. She creates a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and experiences - even when this is hard. Whether you're facing life transitions, academic pressures, or the weight of loss, Brittni is here to guide you towards growth and healing.
Outside of her professional life, Brittni enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, trying new restaurants (ask her about her favorite local eats!) and cheering on the Hawks!

Holli is no stranger to pain and suffering. With over a decade of working with individuals with mental and physical health concerns, Holli is well equipped to walk alongside while helping you navigate life's challenges. Holli believes that every individual, group, and community possesses strengths and will help you identify these resources while working towards your goals. Others would describe Holli's approach as patient, empathetic, and straightforward. She's willing to sit with you in the discomfort of your pain and will also challenge your current behaviors to make room for change and growth.

Clients who work well with Holli are engaged, motivated, and ready for change. She enjoys working with older adults, teens/adolescents, men/women/non-binary individuals, working professionals, persons in healthcare and healthcare adjacent fields, and individuals experiencing life transitions.

Holli graduated from the University of Iowa with her Master's in Social Work in 2013. Since that time, Holli has worked with a variety of populations in healthcare, non profit, and mental health related organizations. Outside of the office, you can find Holli adventuring anywhere outside, preferably with her family and four legged companions.

Erica specializes in working with adolescents that are faced with behavioral challenges, trauma, anxiety, autism, and depression. Erica’s experience covers a broad range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, trauma exposure, relationship/family issues, and PTSD. Erica utilizes a strength based therapy along with cognitive behavior therapy, ACT, behavior therapy, and mindfulness practices when working with clients, however, she also incorporates aspects of various theories to best serve and create an individualized experience. Each client deserves the best practice that fits their wants and needs.

Erica truly has a passion for people’s happiness and believes “success as a therapist is not found in doing something for the client, but rather in being something for the client.” Ili Rivera Walter. As a therapist, Erica’s goal is to help the client enhance the effectiveness in their ability to cope.

In Erica’s free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cheering on the Hawkeyes, walking her dogs, and enjoying warm weather!

Mackinze is a compassionate counselor dedicated to helping individuals find healing, growth, and self-discovery. She creates a warm, supportive space where clients feel seen, heard, and valued as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. Drawing on experience in criminal justice, social work, community mental health, and nursing, Mackinze brings a deep understanding of the complex factors that shape mental health.

She works with children (ages 10+), teens, and adults facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and identity exploration. Her integrative, evidence-based approach draws on Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) techniques as well as narrative and mindfulness-based approaches. Grounded in empathy and collaboration, Mackinze strives to meet each client where they are, empowering them to build resilience, self-awareness, and meaningful change.

Cayla believes therapy works best when it focuses on the whole person, not just symptoms and diagnoses. Her approach is warm, collaborative, directive, and holistic, recognizing that mental health is deeply connected to the body, relationships, daily habits, and lived experiences. Cayla believes each individual already possesses inner strengths, and she views therapy as a space to uncover, strengthen, and reconnect with those internal resources.

Cayla works with adolescents ages 12 and up and adults navigating depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, body image and eating-related struggles, life transitions, and identity concerns, including sexual orientation, gender identity, and self-acceptance. She strives to create an affirming, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring who they are and what matters most to them.

Her therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to each client’s unique needs. Cayla draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Adlerian theory. This framework allows her to focus on values, emotional regulation, self-compassion, insight into relational patterns, and understanding how past experiences shape present behavior. She also incorporates mind–body awareness and explores lifestyle factors such as stress, routines, and overall well-being as part of the healing process.

In her free time, Cayla enjoys adventuring outdoors with her beloved dogs, curling up with a good book, binge-watching the newest true crime documentary, or sipping espresso at a local coffee shop.