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Teen and Adolescent Therapy in Des Moines

Adolescence brings rapid changes in identity, relationships, expectations, independence, and responsibility. Seva therapists provide individualized, evidence-based care that helps young people and families understand concerns and move toward meaningful goals.

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Individualized Care

How teen therapy can help

Therapy gives teens a consistent place to talk openly, learn about emotions and behavior, and practice skills that fit real situations at home, school, and in relationships. Treatment is collaborative and respects the young person as an active participant.

Parents and caregivers can be important partners in care. The therapist will explain confidentiality, discuss how family involvement may help, and establish expectations that support both trust and safety.

Treatment

Evidence-based and collaborative approaches

Your therapist will recommend an approach based on your symptoms, goals, preferences, and clinical needs. Treatment may include the following evidence-based treatments:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Behavioral, mindfulness, and strengths-based strategies
  • Family collaboration when helpful and appropriate

Our Team

Shannon Evers, MSW, LISW, Therapist & Practice Owner at Seva Counseling.

Shannon Evers, MSW, LISW

Therapist & Practice Owner

Megan Wych, MS, LMHC, Therapist & Clinical Director at Seva Counseling.

Megan Wych, MS, LMHC

Therapist & Clinical Director

Jay Foote, MSW, LISW, MM, AMSAT, Therapist & Director of Operations at Seva Counseling.

Jay Foote, MSW, LISW, MM, AMSAT

Therapist & Director of Operations

Addison Malinski, MSW, LISW, Therapist & Assistant Clinical Director at Seva Counseling.

Addison Malinski, MSW, LISW

Therapist & Assistant Clinical Director

Nicolette Novak, MA, LMHC, Therapist & Intern Program Supervisor at Seva Counseling.

Nicolette Novak, MA, LMHC

Therapist & Intern Program Supervisor

Candace Shultz, MSW, LISW, Therapist at Seva Counseling.

Candace Shultz, MSW, LISW

Therapist

Jenna Wagemester, MSW, LISW, Therapist at Seva Counseling.

Jenna Wagemester, MSW, LISW

Therapist

Jakob Jehn, MS, t-LMHC, Therapist at Seva Counseling.

Jakob Jehn, MS, t-LMHC

Therapist

Haley Miller, MSW, LMSW, Therapist at Seva Counseling.

Haley Miller, MSW, LMSW

Therapist

Ingrid Skoog, MSW, LMSW, Therapist at Seva Counseling.

Ingrid Skoog, MSW, LMSW

Therapist

Brynn Hurley, MEd, t-LMHC, Therapist at Seva Counseling.

Brynn Hurley, MEd, t-LMHC

Therapist

Dawn Hafner, Clinical Intern, Clinical Intern at Seva Counseling.

Dawn Hafner, Clinical Intern

Clinical Intern

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How are parents or caregivers involved?

The level of involvement depends on age, needs, safety, and treatment goals. The therapist explains confidentiality and works with the family to create appropriate ways to support progress.

What ages do Seva therapists see?

Seva serves children and adolescents beginning at age five, depending on therapist availability, training, fit, and the needs presented.

Consultation

Find out whether Seva is a good fit.

Reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation or ask which therapist may best match your needs.

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