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Central Iowa Psychological Services
Dr. Donald M. Kaesser
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I have been a licensed psychologist and counselor for almost 20 years. My goals are to help people in addressing issues that have become obstacles in their lives and to help them meet their goals in the context of an honest, caring and direct professional relationship. Individual therapy, couples/relationship issues, substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety, grief, aging, sexuality issues as well as sexual orientation issues, and family matters are among the range of aspects of people's lives on which I effectively work. Counseling or therapy may be briefer and problem-oriented, or involve an extended therapy relationship depending on your needs. I also provide psychological testing, including career interest testing, personality inventories, and whatever psychological testing is needed to help in understanding your process and how it may be blocking your goals in life. When appropriate, I consult with other psychologists, social workers or mental health counselors within the practice to more fully understand and meet my client's needs.
I received my PhD. in counseling Psychology from Iowa State University where I studied process dimensions in psychotherapy for my dissertation. I have Board Certification from the American Psychological Association's College of Professional Psychology for treatment of substance use disorders and additional training in existential, gestalt, cognitive-behavioral, and logotheraputic approaches to my work. My work with you would likely be an eclectic blend of cognitive-behavioral, existential and humantistic positions. Prior to becoming a psychologist I taught psychology full time at DMACC for 15 years.
In additional to working with individuals ages 13 and older, couples and families, I also work with veterans of the armed forces and with seniors. I also work with businesses and as a workshop facilitator.
I love my work and it is 'my calling.'
My goals are to help people in addressing issues that have become obstacles in their lives and to help them meet their goals in the context of an honest, caring and direct professional relationship. Individual therapy, couples/relationship issues, substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety, grief, aging, sexuality issues,sexual orientation issues, and family matters are among the range of aspects of people's lives on which I effectively work. Counseling may be briefer and problem-oriented, or involve an extended therapy relationship depending on your needs. I enjoy ages 13 and older, couples and families, I also work with with seniors.
I have Certification from the American Psychological Association for treatment of Drug and Alcohol Disorders and training AND experience in Gestalt, Cognitive-Behavioral & Logotheraputic approaches to my work with you which would likely be an eclectic blend of cognitive-behavioral, existential and humanistic positions.
I work with other therapists in the office to review our work and to get additional help in helping you. All of the therapists in the office are therapists because they choose to do this important work. I would be honered to work with you in this imporant area: your life.”
Taking the first step toward getting help is often the most difficultr
GENERAL
Gender: Male
Years in Practice: 20+ Years
Avg Cost (per session): $100 - $150
Sliding Scale: No, but some Theraupituc Scholarships Aviliable
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Accepted Insurance Plans:
APS Healthcare
Aetna
Alliance
Beech Street
BlueCross and/or BlueShield
Cigna
ComPsych
Coventry
First Choice Health
Great-West
Health Net
Humana
MHN/Managed Health Network
Magellan Behavioral Health
Medicaid
Medicare
TRICARE
TriWest
ValueOptions
most all plans in DM area
Please ask about your health
insurance coverage when you
arrange your first visit.
CLIENT FOCUS
Ethnicity: African-American, Any
Gender: All
Religious Orientation: Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Age: Adults, Elders
QUALIFICATIONS
School: Iowa State University
Year Graduated: 1988
License No. and State: 00550 Iowa
SPECIALTIES
Relationship Issues
Depression
Anxiety or Fears
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Gay Lesbian Issues
Loss or Grief
Sex Therapy
Logotherapy & Sleep Disorders
TREATMENT PREFERENCES
Orientation:
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Existential
Logotherpay
Modality:
Individuals
Couples
EASY ACCESS
Nearby Towns: Ames, IA, Des Moines, IA, West Des Moines, IA
Nearby Counties: Polk , Story
Nearby Zips: 50010, 50266, 50301
Last Modified: 23 Aug 2009 by Dr. Donald M. Kaesser
Core profile: psychologist West Des Moines Iowa
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