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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Adam
Adam Dollen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Iowa with 24 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, family concerns, trauma, parenting difficulties, anger, and self-esteem problems.
He sees many clients who feel outwardly functional but inwardly overwhelmed. He talks through what keeps problems repeating and helps people learn practical skills to change those patterns. Sessions focus on clear steps alongside space to talk about painful feelings.
His work draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the person's perspective. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors. Mindfulness practices and emotionally-focused ideas are introduced where they can calm reactivity and improve connection.
Adam describes his approach as collaborative. He and the person set goals and try small changes between sessions. He uses solution-focused strategies when people want short-term tools and trauma-informed framing when past events affect current functioning.
People often come for help with parenting stress, blended family issues, attachment or abandonment worries, communication breakdowns, divorce and separation concerns, and grief at the end of life. He also supports work on impulsivity, control issues, body image, guilt and shame, and isolation.
To begin, prospective clients choose the online therapy options, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How sessions work
How Adam’s approaches translate to online sessions
Adam often brings client-centered work into sessions, which means conversations focus on the person’s priorities and perspective. That approach helps people clarify what matters most and set practical goals for home and family life.He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy to identify thought patterns and behaviors that maintain stress and anxiety. CBT provides concrete techniques for changing those patterns and is often used for worries, low mood, ADHD-related struggles, and anger management.
Emotionally-focused ideas are used when relationships and attachment issues are central. These techniques aim to name emotions and shift interaction patterns so people feel less reactive and more connected to their own priorities.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. Some people try short solution-focused steps first, others prefer to work more deeply on trauma or attachment concerns; the plan can change as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, mindfulness practices, and behavioral assignments to work between sessions and in everyday life.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Iowa
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, family concerns, trauma, parenting issues, anger, and self-esteem problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a collaborative, client-centered approach with practical tools. Techniques include cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, emotionally-focused ideas, and solution-focused work.
How much experience does he have?
He has 24 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and family-related concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - licensed in Iowa.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Costs vary with location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your initial appointment.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.