Substance Use Disorder

Grace Robbins is a dedicated mental health professional currently holding her Temporary Licensed Mental Health Counselor (tLMHC) with an International Alcohol and Drug Counselor (IADC) certification. Born and raised in Southeast Iowa, Grace has remained committed to serving her local community and has been supporting individuals and families in the region for several years. Grace earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice from Upper Iowa University, followed by a master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She has extensive experience working with people facing acute mental health challenges, including suicidal ideation, co-occurring substance use concerns, trauma histories, intimate partner violence, LGBTQIA+-related stressors, and involvement in the criminal justice system. She is trained in several evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and is informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS). Grace uses these models to help clients build emotional regulation skills, change unhelpful thinking patterns, process trauma, and develop greater self-understanding through compassionate parts-work. At the core of Grace's practice is a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and client-centered approach. She strives to create a non-judgmental, supportive environment where clients feel safe, respected, and empowered. Grace remains committed to serving diverse and high-need populations while continuing to grow and strengthen her skills within the mental health field.

Amy holds her MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is a Mental Health Therapist. She is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, and holds her CADC, which makes her certified to treat substance use as well. She is a member of the American Counseling Association, ACA Counselors for Social Justice Division, and Chi Sigma lota. She works with clients, middle school age and up, who suffer from trauma-related distress, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and co-occurring disorders.

With over 15 years of experience working with individuals who have faced adversity, Amy is familiar with the multifaceted struggles of life. She has worked closely with the schools, HHS, and the courts, and she understands the dynamics and frustrations that may arise when trying to put the pieces of life’s puzzle together.

Amy values Grace and compassion for those afflicted with any mental health disorder and understands how it can impact all aspects of one’s life. She believes in taking a holistic, culturally competent, and trauma-informed approach when it comes counseling.